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Folk Art For Sale
Oaxaca Black Clay Tzinacan Decorative Burnished Polished Fired Oxygen Reduction
Located in London, GB
Tzinacan is the Nahuatl word for bat, and it is our gift for the bats represented in many ceramic pre-hispanic pieces. Bats have been part of the mythology of the cultures of pre-Hi...
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2010s Mexican American Colonial Folk Art

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Clay

Chromed Pewter Prancing Horses Door Stops
Located in Cranbrook, Kent
A pair of prancing horse door stops made from pewter with a chrome, made in around 1920 the finish in original distressed condition showing great patina.
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20th Century English Folk Art

Materials

Chrome, Pewter

Carved Wooden Milliners Head, Vintage Austria, circa 1920s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Adorable unique wood carved head. Austria, 1920s or older. Ideal decoration item, used in the displaying and making of hats. Hand carved from wood. Nice display piece in any room. Fo...
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1920s Austrian Folk Art Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Wood

1833 Blue Floral Painted Cabinet
Located in Albignasego, IT
Blue Tyrolean wardrobe dated 1833 Period: 1833 Origin: Tyrol Essence: Fir Measures: Height: 174cm Width: 98cm (111cm at the frames) Depth: 46 cm (51 cm at the frames) Description...
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1830s Austrian Neoclassical Antique Folk Art

Materials

Fir

Antique, Vernacular 1912 Swedish Log Chair, Traditional Carved Kubbstol
Located in Stockholm, SE
Antique Folk Art Kubbstol from Sweden. A Kubbstol is a dug-out pine trunk chair. It's a primitive construction with a simple design and this particular piece is made from a large lo...
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1910s Swedish Folk Art Vintage Folk Art

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Fabric, Pine

Antique Wabi Sabi Pot, East-Europe c. early 1900s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A wonderful antique wabi sabi pot with beautiful patina from age and use.
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Early 20th Century Bulgarian Romantic Folk Art

Materials

Terracotta

Antique Wabi Sabi Pot, 17.72′′ Tall, East-Europe c. early 1900s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A wonderful antique wabi sabi pot with beautiful patina from age and use.
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Early 20th Century Bulgarian Romantic Folk Art

Materials

Terracotta

Pablo Picasso Madoura, "Fish Subject" Pitcher, Edition Madoura, 1952
Located in Nice, Cote d' Azur
Pablo Picasso madoura, "Fish Subject" turned pitcher, Edition Madoura, A. R. red earthenware clay, decoration in engobes Black, white 500 copies produced 1952. Measures: Height 1...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Folk Art

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Ceramic

Folk Art Carved Wood Penguin Wearing Nike Shoes
Located in Chicago, IL
Meet this delightful American Folk Art hand-carved pine penguin sporting a pair of painted Nike shoes! With a whimsical tilt of his head, he exudes an endearing charm, as if ponderin...
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Late 20th Century American Folk Art Folk Art

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Pine, Paint

Pablo Picasso Madoura, "Colombe Mate" Plate, Edition Madoura, 1948
Located in Nice, Cote d' Azur
Pablo Picasso Madoura (1881-1973), Colombe Mate, 1948 Rectangular Plate, W. 31 cm, L. 37.5 cm, R.A. Terre de faïence blanche, décor aux engobes, gravé au couteau sous couverte parti...
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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Folk Art

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Ceramic

Antique Wabi Sabi Pot, East-Europe c. early 1900s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A wonderfil antique wabi sabi terracota pot with beautiful patina from age and use.
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Early 20th Century Bulgarian Romantic Folk Art

Materials

Terracotta

1960s Emil Milan 21" Modernist Crane Sculpture in Walnut Modern New Hope Era
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rare form and size. Nice example of Emil Milan's sculpture work. Signed
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Folk Art

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Walnut

Maschera (Unica) da Krampus in Legno Intagliato e Pelo Caprino - di Luca Pojer
Located in Milano, IT
Questa non è solo una maschera, ma un'autentica opera d'arte. È importante sottolineare che maschere di questo livello sono estremamente rare: gli artisti che le creano le vendono so...
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2010s Italian Modern Folk Art

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Goatskin, Goat Hair, Resin, Wood

Antique Wabi Sabi Jar, 17.72 in Tall, East-Europe c. early 1900s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A wonderful antique wabi sabi jar with beautiful patina from age and use.
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Early 20th Century Bulgarian Romantic Folk Art

Materials

Terracotta

Antique Wabi Sabi Wooden Root Bowl, Scandinavia c. 1800s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A wonderfil antique wabi sabi wooden root bowl with beautiful patina from age and use.
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Mid-19th Century Norwegian Romantic Antique Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Antique Wabi Sabi Wooden Root Bowl, Scandinavia c. 1800s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A wonderfil antique wabi sabi wooden root bowl with beautiful patina from age and use.
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Mid-19th Century Norwegian Romantic Antique Folk Art

Materials

Metal

Antique Wabi Sabi Pot, 14.96′′ Tall, East-Europe c. early 1900s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A wonderful antique wabi sabi pot with beautiful patina from age and use.
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Early 20th Century Bulgarian Romantic Folk Art

Materials

Terracotta

Antique Wabi Sabi Terracota Jar, France c. early 1900s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A wonderful antique wabi sabi terracota jar with beautiful patina from age and use.
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Early 20th Century Bulgarian Romantic Folk Art

Materials

Terracotta

19th Century Original Oil painting attributed to Fausto Zonaro
By Fausto Zonaro
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Original oil painting attributed to Fausto Zonaro. no paperwork. beautifully painted in custom frame. Some separation on canvass on bottom of frame. See detailed pics and message u...
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Mid-19th Century French Rococo Antique Folk Art

Materials

Paint

Aboriginal Painting by Cornelia Tipuamanturriri, Tiwi Island
Located in NICE, FR
This painting comes from the Jilamara Design art center and dates back to 2013. It is made with earth ochres bound with acrylic pigment. Cornelia is considered a great artist of the first generation from this region. A certificate of authenticity is included. Cornelia Tipuamantumirri was born in Pirlangimpi (Garden Point), Melville Island, around 1930. Her father's ancestral land is Imalu Point, Melville Island, and her mother's ancestral land is Munupi, Melville Island. Her skin group is Warntarringa (Sun) and her dream is Jarrikalani (Turtle). Tipuamantumirri lives and works in Pirlangimpi, where she is an initiated and respected Tiwi elder. Tipuamantumirri uses the kayimwagakimi, a traditional carved wooden painting comb with a single row of teeth. Using a palette of ochres in pinks, yellows, blacks, and browns, her work depicts significant aspects of Tiwi life and culture with repeated dotted lines referencing yirrinkiripwoja (body painting) and the tidal movements of the surrounding seas. Tipuamantumirri, who began painting in 2010, is also an experienced weaver. Key recent solo and group exhibitions: - Warnarringa - Jarrikalani: Sun - Turtle, Alcaston Gallery, Melbourne (2014) - Cornelia Tipuamantumirri - New Paintings, Alcaston Gallery, Melbourne (2013) - Purunguparri (Stringy Bark Hut), Alcaston Gallery, Melbourne (2011) - Ngawa Munupula/Ngawa Kiripapiranjuwi: New Paintings from Munupi Art on the Tiwi Islands, Outstation Gallery, Darwin (2015) - Cornelia Tipuamantumirri and Delores Tipuamantumirri: New Paintings, Martin Browne Contemporary, Sydney (2015) - We are Tiwi: Munupi Arts from Melville Island, Artitja Fine Art, Fremantle, WA (2014) - The Tiwi: Art from Jilamara & Munupi Art Centres, Kluge-Ruhe Aboriginal Art Collection, Virginia, USA (2014) - Nginingawila Munupi Jilamara: Our Paintings from Munupi, Marshall Arts, Adelaide (2013) - Kirilima + Jarrikalani - Jungle Fowl + Loggerhead Turtle...
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20th Century Australian Tribal Folk Art

Materials

Canvas

Antique 19th Century Indian Kalighat Painting of Krishna Milking Cow
Located in New York, NY
Antique late 19th Century Indian Kalighat natural pigment watercolor painting of Krishna milking a cow under a Pipal tree. The cow is smiling at Krishna, with divine love. The cosmic...
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Late 19th Century Indian Folk Art Antique Folk Art

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Paper

Baroque Folk Art Wood Carved Deer Head with Real Antlers, Austria 18th Century
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A great looking hand carved original wooden Folk Art deer head wall decoration. A great piece for a suitable ambiance in a trophy room or the office of a Hunter or Woodsman. More tha...
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1790s Austrian Folk Art Antique Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Antique Japanese Folk Art Mingei Large Wood Pull Toy Meiji Period
Located in Oakland, CA
Fantastic whimsical antique Japanese large folk art Mingei horse and rider pull toy. Hand painted, arms and legs can be articulated. Purchased first hand in Kyoto. Incredible conditi...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Folk Art

Materials

Rope, Wood

Unusual American Antique Geometric Hook Rug, c.1930s
Located in Buffalo, NY
American Antique Geometric Hook Rug, c.1930s,, Wonderful use of color, patterns, Very unusual with its traditional floral and abstract geometrics. Nice original condition. Age appro...
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1930s American Folk Art Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Tabriz Animal Scene Room Carpet
Located in New York, NY
1920s Persian Tabriz rug with a pictorial animal scenery pattern rug no. j2910 size 8'9'' x 12' 9" Pictorial rugs are some of the most over-the-top examples of the artistry, talen...
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Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Folk Art

Materials

Wool

Native American large Pima terracotta water pot Decorative Antiques Décor
Located in London, GB
Native American large Pima terracotta water pot in crown clay with geometric painted decoration Vintage Circa 1930`s or earlier Condition minor chip on rim Good
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art

Materials

Clay

Mid-20th Century Signed Alsatian Marquetry Decorative Panel -1Y57
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This captivating mid-20th century signed Alsatian marquetry decorative panel "Pont surmonté d'une Tour" by Fritz adds a touch of rustic charm and vintage appeal to any home décor. Th...
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Mid-20th Century French Empire Folk Art

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Wood

Japanese Folk Art Carved Gilt Wood Theater Facial Mask on Brass Base
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
2-342,Japanese Folk Art carved gilt wood mask on brass base.
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1960s Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Brass

Trio of two Ducks and a Curlew - ancient wood carved and painted decoys
Located in TEYJAT, FR
A trio of two Ducks and a Curlew - ancient decoys used for shooting. Naively carved and painted. The curlew with evidence of gun shot. Hand carved and painted. Paint now faded but a...
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Early 20th Century French Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Jim Rose Barn House Structure, Welded Steel Sculpture Made with Salvaged Steel
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a welded steel sculpture made by furniture creator Jim Rose. It is sustainable design created from salvaged and recycled steel panels left over from his larger projects. These sculptures reference traditional American Folk Art barn...
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2010s American Folk Art Folk Art

Materials

Steel

1850 Mexican Colonial Style Oil on Copper Religious Painting
Located in Marbella, ES
Antique 1850 Mexican colonial style oil on copper religious painting.
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Mid-19th Century Mexican Antique Folk Art

Materials

Copper

1827 Light Green Floral Painted Cabinet
Located in Albignasego, IT
Tyrolean blue wardrobe dated 1827 Period: 1827 Origin: Tyrol Essence: Fir Measures: Height: 190cm Width: 121 cm (135 cm at the frames) Depth: 46 cm (54 cm at the frames) Descripti...
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1820s Austrian Neoclassical Antique Folk Art

Materials

Fir

19th Century Apache Large Earthenware Pot
Located in Nantucket, MA
Antique Apache Large Earthenware Pot, Second Half 19th Century, a very large hand molded clay spheroid vessel, a classic "Olla," with it's original rawh...
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Late 19th Century American Native American Antique Folk Art

Materials

Earthenware

Willi Huggler Brutalist Style Carved Wood Mask
By Willi Huggler
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Carved grotesque wood mask with pierced eyes, very hooked nose, cigar between very crooked bone teeth. Label on verso reads, “Willi Huggler (Swiss, 1925-2016), Holzschnitzereien, Bri...
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20th Century Swiss Tribal Folk Art

Materials

Bone, Wood

Vintage Hand Painted African Barbershop Sign Original Hairdresser Advertising
Located in Bristol, GB
MID-CENTURY ADVERTISING Depicting ten different numbered looks for different haircuts to choose from at the barbershop. Completely hand-painted in a wonderful folk art style with ...
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20th Century Folk Art

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Wood, Paint

Painted African Pende Altar Figure, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Pende diviners interpreted messages from the spirit realm to determine which of their ancestors would provide aid in return for sacrifices. This figure would have been carved for the recipient of such favors. The down-turned gaze and gently placed hands offer a feeling of security and companionship, representing benevolent intentions towards the gift giver...
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Mid-20th Century Congolese Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Japanese Antique Bird Dish - Hard To Find
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese acquisitions The first we have seen. A finch cautiously sits atop a tree while appearing ready to dip into this attached water vessel Japan, an attractiv...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Vintage American Folk Art Copper Chess Board
Located in Chicago, IL
This enchanting mid-20th century American Folk Art chess board is a true testament to naive and outsider craftsmanship and creativity. Hand-crafted with meticulous care, the board fe...
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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Folk Art

Materials

Copper

Antique Folk Art Stitched Geometric Patchwork Quilt Blanket Gingham Check
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique hand stitched bedspread / blanket / coverlet / quilt featuring checkered geometric blocks of multicolored gingham, divided by white and...
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Early 20th Century Folk Art Folk Art

Materials

Cotton

Porcelain Belgian Beer Sign, Three Stars Leopold, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Porcelain Beer Sign for Belgian Beer - Three Stars Leopold Sign A large and great looking Belgian beer sign with the American colors white, red and blue ...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Modern Folk Art

Materials

Metal

Early 20th Century Pende "Circumcision Ceremonial" Mask
Located in Austin, TX
Revel in the mystique of tribal artistry with this Early 20th Century Pende "Circumcision Ceremonial" Mask. This evocative piece, crafted meticulously by hand, showcases the profound...
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Early 20th Century Ivorian Folk Art

Materials

Wood

1960s Alberto Giacometti Inspired Brutalist Bronze Chess Set. Italy
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Wonderful vintage 1960s era artisan handcrafted bronze Brutalist / Modernist chess set in the style of Italian Alberto Giacometti. The hammered brass and copper board and the brass ...
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1960s Italian Brutalist Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Brass

Aboriginal Bark Painting by Emmanuel Wurrkidj, Australia
Located in NICE, FR
This impressive large aboriginal painting was crafted on eucalyptus bark from the Arnhem Land region in the Northern Territory of Australia. It was made by Emmanuel Wurrkidj who is a...
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20th Century Australian Tribal Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Pair of Iconic Vintage Ph5 Chandeliers for L. Poulsen of Dk with Art Work
Located in Søborg, DK
Iconic Vintage PH5 chandelier by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen of Denmark from the 1990s with abstract art work by G61. Titled “Cherry Blossom” The art work is acrylic paint w...
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1990s Danish Mid-Century Modern Folk Art

Materials

Aluminum

Unusual Art Deco Limed Smoking / Planter Stand
Located in Riverdale, NY
Unusual Art Deco limed smoking stand from the 1930's. Originally designed for ashtrays, can now be used for snacks or plants. Folk Art and Art Deco vibes mixed in this hand made piec...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Conical Hat Mornington Island, Queensland Australia Woven Fiber on Stand
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Early to mid-20th century woven fiber and palm leaf conical hat with two vertical painted stripes on the front, from Mornigton Island, Queensland, Austral...
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Mid-20th Century Australian Tribal Folk Art

Materials

Organic Material

Antique Navajo Carpet, Folk Rug, Handmade Wool, Beige, Gray, Orange
Located in Port Washington, NY
Navajo rugs and blankets are textiles produced by Navajo people of the four corners area of the United States. Navajo textiles are highly rega...
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Early 20th Century American Navajo Folk Art

Materials

Wool

Beatrice Wood Signed Midcentury California Studio Pottery Luster Glaze Vase
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderful gem of a piece by famed American/California ceramicist Beatrice Wood featuring her highly coveted, gorgeously radiant turquoise luster glaze. A beautiful design with a delicate long neck rising from a circular base. Classic and timeless. Signed by Beatrice in her customary "Beato" on the underside of the base (with noted inventory number). Would be an amazing addition to any Mid-Century Modern pottery collection or personal collectors of her work or a fabulous stand-alone accent piece in about any setting. One of the best Beatrice Wood's luster glaze vases we have come across in quite a while. Know famously in the art world as "The Mama of Dada", Wood lived a long (1893-1998) and very fruitful, creative life and is considered by many experts and collectors alike to have been a centerpiece in the modern ceramic art movement of the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s. At one point in her career, Wood studied with master potters Otto and Gertrud Natzler and later become famed in her own right for her distinct luster-glazing techniques. In 1994, the Smithsonian Institution named Wood an "Esteemed American Artist". Her other awards include: 1994 Governor’s Awards for the Arts (California) 1993 Recognition as A Role Model by Women in Film 1992 Gold Medal for Highest Achievement in Craftsmanship, American Craft Council 1988 Distinguished Service Award, Arizona State University 1987 Fellow of American Craft Council Women’s Art Caucus, National Award (NCECA Award) 1986 Women’s Building Award 1984 Living Treasure of California 1983 Symposium Award of the Institute for Ceramic History 1961 Goodwill Ambassador from USA...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Folk Art

Materials

Earthenware

Beautiful Vichtauer Hand Carved Wood Bird, Black Forest Folk Art, Austria, 1860s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful medium size Austrian 19th century, carved wood bird, mounted on a stand for hanging. The tradition of these in Austria called "Viechtauer" birds goes back to the early 19...
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1860s Austrian Black Forest Antique Folk Art

Materials

Wood, Paint

Kozak Saddlebags
Located in New York, NY
An old tribal bag, originally meant to be carried over the shoulder or the back of a donkey. A very nice example with lots of details. Can be used in a variety of ways - wall hangin...
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1960s Turkish Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Brocade, Goat Hair, Wool

Swedish Birch hook 1886
Located in Farsta, SE
A large pine hook made in 1886 in Sweden is a historical tool used for various purposes. Pine or birch hooks, often made from a sturdy piece of wood, were commonly used in agricultur...
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1880s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Folk Art

Materials

Birch

Antique Running Horse Copper Weather Vane on Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century copper weather vane on hand-forged iron stand. From western Tennessee.
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19th Century American Folk Art Antique Folk Art

Materials

Copper, Iron

Large Erzgebirge Christmas Nutcracker Hunter Decoration Piece Germany 1970s
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
A vintage nutcracker from the Erzgebirge region, in shape of a hunter made of turned wood and painted in vibrant colors, dating back to the 1970s. This piece is made by the famous ma...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Folk Art

Materials

Fur, Wood, Paint

Pair 19th Century Victorian Eastlake Free Mason Throne Chairs w/ Symbolism
Located in Savannah, GA
Victorian Eastlake large upholstered solid oak throne chairs from Masonic Lodge with lots of detailed carving. The pair consists of one with the plumb bob sy...
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1880s American Eastlake Antique Folk Art

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Large Hand-Carved and Painted Folky Chicken
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine example of early 20th century Folk Art is all original paint and carved from one piece of wood. The weight is heavy and would make a great doorstop in the kitchen.
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Early 20th Century American Country Folk Art

Materials

Pine

Antique Konya Kilim Central Anatolian Rug Turkish Carpet
Located in Tokyo, JP
This is Central Anatolian antique Kilim from the Konya - Hotamis region with a rare and beautiful color composition. It belongs to the scallop from the Konya region of Central Anato...
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Early 20th Century Turkish Kilim Folk Art

Materials

Wool, Natural Fiber

Antique Victorian Micromosaic Gilded Brooch, Italy Early 20th Century
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Victorian Micromosaic gilded brooch, Italy early 20th century A Victorian micromosaic brooch with a central floral bouquet motif surroun...
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Early 20th Century Italian Victorian Folk Art

Materials

Metal

Moleskin top hat, with leather hatbox (late 19th - early 20th century)
Located in Oostende, BE
Moleskin top hat, with leather hatbox (late 19th - early 20th century). The hat was made by Berteil Paris (France), an established house existing since 1840. Dimensions: The hat ...
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Early 20th Century French Victorian Folk Art

Materials

Fur, Leather

Vintage, New and Antique Folk Art

Folk art refers to a genre of art that shares the creator’s traditions, offering not just an artistic display but an opportunity to learn about a culture. Vintage, new and antique folk art typically reflects a heritage or location. It can include utilitarian objects and handmade art as diverse as weather vanes, portraiture and paintings, carnival art, quilts and duck decoys.

American folk art is frequently valued because of the traditional skills involved, like weaving, hand-carving wood and even stonework. Many folk artists are self-taught, while some train as apprentices within their community. By using available materials and taking a personal approach to their creations, artists ensure each piece is unique and conveys a story. Native American folk art includes functional objects reflecting their heritage, such as baskets, textiles and wooden pieces.

During the Great Depression, artistic materials in America were hard to come by, so artisans used discarded wood from cigar boxes and shipping crates to make highly stylized, notched pieces — most often picture frames and boxes — that are today sought after by collectors. This folk art style is called tramp art and was popular from roughly 1870 until the 1940s.

Folk art brings vibrant culture and traditions into your home. Browse an extensive collection of folk art on 1stDibs.

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