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Folk Art For Sale
Antique Limoges Porcelain Plaque with Enameled Portrait of Christ -1Y83
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This captivating antique Limoges porcelain plaque, adorned with an enameled portrait of Christ, exudes religious devotion and artistry, showcasing the craftsmanship of the Limoges po...
Category
20th Century French Empire Folk Art
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Far Eastern Style Bronze Vase with Botanical Motif -1Y79
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This captivating Far Eastern style bronze vase, reminiscent of Chinese or Japanese craftsmanship, exudes the artistry and charm of the 19th century. Dating back to the 19th century, ...
Category
19th Century French Empire Antique Folk Art
Materials
Bronze
Antique Paris Porcelain Church Vase with Floral Decor -1Y88
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This captivating antique Paris porcelain church vase, dating back to the second half of the 19th century, exudes elegance and grace, showcasing the artistry and craftsmanship of the ...
Category
Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Folk Art
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Renaissance Style Bronze Advertising Catchall -1Y76
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This captivating Renaissance-style bronze advertising catchall exudes the grandeur and craftsmanship of a bygone era. Dating back to the first half of the 20th century, this piece em...
Category
Early 20th Century French Empire Folk Art
Materials
Bronze
Vintage 1970s Nickel-Plated Metal Sculpture of a Stylized Woman -1Y87
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This captivating vintage 1970s nickel-plated metal sculpture of a stylized woman exudes elegance and simplicity, embodying the artistic sensibilities of the era. The minimalist desig...
Category
1970s French Empire Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Metal, Nickel
Art Deco Bronze Sculpture of an Oriental Dancer -1Y85
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This captivating Art Deco bronze sculpture of an Oriental dancer exudes elegance and grace, embodying the artistic spirit of the era. The intricate details and flowing lines capture ...
Category
Early 20th Century French Empire Folk Art
Materials
Bronze
Antique Pair of Nankin Porcelain Vases, 19th Century -1Y90
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This captivating antique pair of Nankin porcelain vases, dating back to the second half of the 19th century, showcases the exquisite artistry and craftsmanship of Chinese porcelain t...
Category
Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Folk Art
Materials
Porcelain
Art Nouveau Double Inkwell / Antique Pewter Inkwell from the 1900s -1Y75
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This exquisite Art Nouveau double inkwell, crafted from pewter, exudes the elegance and charm of the early 20th century. Dating back to around 1900, this piece showcases the signatur...
Category
Early 1900s French Empire Antique Folk Art
Materials
Pewter
American Folk Art Portrait Of a Young Gentleman
Located in Hudson, NY
Stunning little american folkhart water color of a young gentleman. Sitting with his arm over the back of what appears to be a tiger maple chair of the period. In the lower right cor...
Category
Early 19th Century American Folk Art Antique Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Paper, Paint
1946 Oil Painting "Joutes Nautiques à Rive de Gier" by Fanget -1Y84
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This captivating 1946 oil painting titled "Joutes Nautiques à Rive de Gier" by Fanget captures the excitement and energy of traditional jousting competitions held in Rive de Gier, Fr...
Category
1940s French Empire Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Canvas
17th Century Oil on Canvas Italian Painting Martyrdom of Saint Bartholomew
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Italian painting from the second half of the 17th century. Oil artwork on canvas depicting the martyrdom of Saint Bartholomew the Apostle. He was one of the closest disciples to Jesu...
Category
1680s Italian Antique Folk Art
Materials
Canvas
1955 Bronze Medal Commemorating the Centenaire of the Compagnie Générale -1Y86
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This captivating bronze medal, struck in 1955, commemorates the centennial of the Compagnie Générale Transatlantique (CGT), a renowned French maritime company. The intricate design a...
Category
1950s French Empire Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Leather Playing Card Case in Garnet Red -1Y16
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This charming vintage leather playing card case in a rich garnet hue is a delightful addition to any collection of antique accessories or game room essentials. Dating back to the mid...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Empire Folk Art
Materials
Leather
Antique Belle Époque Bronze Bust of a Young Woman by Victor Leopold Bruyne -1Y78
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This captivating Belle Époque bronze bust of a young woman, sculpted by the renowned Belgian artist Victor Leopold Bruyneel, exudes the elegance and artistry of the early 20th centur...
Category
Early 20th Century French Empire Folk Art
Materials
Bronze
Miniature Porcelain Plaque "Château de Blois" by Jean Gradassi -1Y68
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the grandeur of Renaissance France with this exquisite miniature porcelain plaque "Château de Blois" by renowned artist Jean Gradassi.
Dati...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Empire Folk Art
Materials
Porcelain, Wood
Monumental 19th Century Hand Painted Duck Decoy Antique Austria Decoration Item
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Found in Vienna Austria at an estate sale, this hand carved and hand painted duck decoy is perfect for the collector or just as decoration item. Very good condition, made of wood and...
Category
Late 19th Century German Folk Art Antique Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
Rare French Military Badge - Bataillon Autonome de Mauritanie (c. 1950s) -1Y66
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Own a piece of military history with this rare and authentic French military badge from the Bataillon Autonome de Mauritanie.
This distinctive badge, crafted by the renowned Parisia...
Category
1950s French Empire Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Leather
Art Deco Masterpiece - Signed Kovats Terracotta Sculpture "Christ" -1Y67
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Embrace the elegance and spiritual depth of the Art Deco era with this exceptional signed terracotta sculpture "Christ à l'Agneau" by Z. Kovats, a testament to the artist's mastery a...
Category
1930s French Empire Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Terracotta
Mid-Century German Porcelain Sitting Dog Figurine -1Y34
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This charming mid-century German porcelain sitting dog figurine adds a touch of canine charm and European flair to any home décor. The intricate details of the dog's features and the...
Category
20th Century French Empire Folk Art
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Bronze Rugby Player Sculpture -1Y71
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This captivating bronze sculpture, dating back to the first half of the 20th century, captures the dynamism and athleticism of rugby, a sport that has captivated audiences worldwide....
Category
Early 20th Century French Empire Folk Art
Materials
Bronze
Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Terracotta Crucifix by José Rodrigues -1Y65
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Brazilian folk art with this captivating mid-century modern terracotta crucifix sculpture by José Rodrigues da Silva.
This exquisite piece, ...
Category
1950s French Empire Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Terracotta
Vintage Sacré-Coeur Watercolor Painting, Signed 1964 -1Y63
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Evoking a sense of nostalgic charm, this watercolor painting captures the beauty of the Sacré-Coeur basilica in Montmartre, Paris. Dated 1964, the artwork showcases a lively scene bu...
Category
1960s French Empire Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Canvas
19th-Century Painted and Enameled Opaline Vase -1Y33
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This captivating 19th-century painted and enameled opaline vase adds a touch of elegance and vintage charm to any home décor. The intricate floral motifs adorning the vase showcase t...
Category
19th Century French Empire Antique Folk Art
Materials
Opaline Glass
Antique Metal Wire Egg Basket Rustic French Farmhouse Decor
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique French metal wire egg decorative basket, rustic French farmhouse decor with collapsible zigzag lids and two folding handles, loop feet, the basket has...
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Folk Art
Materials
Metal
Antique Gothic Style Candle Holder in Gilded Bronze, 19th Century -1Y61
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This highly decorative Gothic-style candle holder in gilded bronze dates from the second half of the 19th century. It features rich ornamentation with motifs of three angels, fleur-d...
Category
Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Folk Art
Materials
Bronze
20th Century Oil on Board Italian Signed F. Rontini Landscape Painting Sunset
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Italian painting from the first half of the 20th century. Oil artwork on pressed wooden board depicting a landscape in Macchiaiolo style, Sunset in the countryside of good pictorial ...
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Japanese Signed Showa Carved Wood Kyogen Noh Theater Raccoon Dog Tanuki Mask
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful, wonderfully crafted, quite engaging mask made for Japanese Kyogen Noh theatre.
This mask is quite rare much like the Kitsune fox mask which this is sometimes confused f...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
Mid-Century German Porcelain Resting Cat Figurine -1Y35
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This charming mid-century German porcelain resting cat figurine adds a touch of feline charm and European flair to any home décor. The intricate details of the cat's features and the...
Category
20th Century French Empire Folk Art
Materials
Porcelain
Mid-Century Henri Delcourt Desvres Faience Decorative Shoe -1Y19
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This charming mid-century Henri Delcourt Desvres faience decorative shoe adds a touch of rustic charm to any home décor. Handcrafted from fine Desvres faience, the shoe features a vi...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Empire Folk Art
Materials
Faience
Late 20th Century Pastry Shop Sign Patisserie Fine Pies and Pastries
Located in Stamford, CT
Late 20th century reproduction wood hand-painted pastry shop sign Patisserie Fine Pies and Pastries. This is a fun colorful sign perfect for any home or bu...
Category
Late 20th Century English Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Dutch Folkloric Couple Stoneware Mustard Pot -1Y30
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This charming mid-century Dutch folkloric couple stoneware mustard pot adds a touch of rustic charm and European flair to any dining table or kitchen décor. The intricate details of ...
Category
20th Century French Empire Folk Art
Materials
Stoneware
Early 20th Century Framed Glass-Covered Print of a Romantic Scene -1Y45
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This captivating early 20th century framed glass-covered print of a romantic scene adds a touch of elegance and historical charm to any home décor. The intricate details of the scene...
Category
20th Century French Empire Folk Art
Materials
Glass, Paper
Mid-Century German Porcelain Figurine Depicting Two Horses -1Y25
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This charming mid-century German porcelain figurine, featuring two graceful horses, adds a touch of rustic charm to any home décor. The intricate details and hand-painted accents sho...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Empire Folk Art
Materials
Porcelain
Mid-Century Henriot Quimper Faïence Decorative Clog-1Y31
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This charming mid-century Henriot Quimper faïence decorative clog adds a touch of rustic charm and Breton heritage to any home décor. The intricate hand-painted design featuring a pe...
Category
20th Century French Empire Folk Art
Materials
Faience
17th Century Oil on Canvas Flemish Painting Saint Jerome in His Study, 1620
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Great Flemish painting from the first half of the 17th century. Oil artwork on canvas with a very refined Saint Jerome in the study, with great charm. Father and doctor of the church...
Category
1620s Dutch Antique Folk Art
Materials
Canvas
Early 20th-Century German Caricature Animated Metal Sculpture "Misstrauen" -1Y18
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This captivating early 20th-century German caricature animated metal sculpture, titled "Misstrauen" (Distrust), depicts a group of two characters and a hare. The sculpture's whimsica...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Empire Folk Art
Materials
Metal
Antique French Porcelain Condiment Set with La Louvesc Peasant Motif -1Y17
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This charming antique French porcelain condiment set, dating back to the first half of the 20th century, features a delightful depiction of a peasant woman heading to the market. A s...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Empire Folk Art
Materials
Porcelain
20th-Century African Head Plaster Sculpture -1Y29
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This captivating 20th-century African head plaster sculpture adds a touch of ethnic charm and artistic expression to any home décor. The intricate details and aged patina of the scul...
Category
20th Century French Empire Folk Art
Materials
Plaster
Mid-Century Eastern-Style Enameled Bronze Vase -1Y28
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This decorative mid-century Eastern-style enameled bronze vase adds a touch of elegance and Eastern charm to any home décor. The intricate floral and bird motifs adorning the vase, c...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Empire Folk Art
Materials
Bronze
Cushion "Fleur"
By Uchronia
Located in PARIS, FR
Prelle x Univers Uchronia x Anaïs Hervé - Waving Stream fabric / Pearl trimmings
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Folk Art
Materials
Silk
Early 20th-Century Fiacre Lantern -1Y24
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This charming early 20th-century fiacre lantern, crafted from painted metal and glass, adds a touch of antique charm and ambiance to any home décor. The lantern's classic design, rem...
Category
Early 20th Century French Empire Folk Art
Materials
Metal
19Thc Original Blue Painted Butter Churn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19Thc Original blue painted butter churn with amazing patina and all original metal bands in tack.The insert churn and paddle is inside the churn as well.All cut nails construction ...
Category
19th Century American Adirondack Antique Folk Art
Materials
Metal
Folk Art Boat Model, 1930’s
Located in Doylestown, PA
A folk-art ship model of a freighter, circa 1930, carved in wood and hand-painted with details in metal.
Category
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Folk Art
Materials
Scrap Wood
Mid-Century Chinese-Style Polychrome Bronze Vase Lamp -1Y26
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This exquisite mid-century Chinese-style polychrome bronze vase lamp adds a touch of elegance and Eastern charm to any home décor. The intricate floral and bird motifs adorning the v...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Empire Folk Art
Materials
Bronze
Maurice Mazeilie- French Impressionist Watercolour - by the Shore
Located in Cirencester, GB
"Watercolour Beach Scene"
by Maurice Mazeilie (French)
watercolour painting on paper, unframed
stamped verso
painting: 11 x 15 inches
A delightful original oil painting by t...
Category
20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Other
Mid-20th Century Original Etching "Portrait d'Homme" by Claude Weisbuch -1Y56
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This captivating mid-20th century original etching "Portrait d'Homme" by Claude Weisbuch adds a touch of artistic charm and vintage appeal to any collection. The intricate details of...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Empire Folk Art
Materials
Aluminum
Late 19th/Early 20th Century Far Eastern Style Painted -1Y53
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This captivating late 19th/early 20th century Far Eastern style painted and enameled porcelain vase adds a touch of exotic charm and vintage appeal to any home décor. The intricate d...
Category
Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Folk Art
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Late 19th/Early 20th Century Inlaid Wood Jewelry Box with Brass -1Y54
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This captivating antique late 19th/early 20th century inlaid wood jewelry box adds a touch of elegance and vintage charm to any jewelry collection. The intricate marquetry work on th...
Category
Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Folk Art
Materials
Wood
19Thc Blue & White School House Quilt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19Thc Blue & white calico school house quilt in a very unusual format.See arrows in the construction of the houses.Amazing unused condition.This quilt was found in a New England col...
Category
Late 19th Century American Adirondack Antique Folk Art
Materials
Cotton
Early 20th Century Plaster Figurine Tirelire of a Seated Cat -1Y50
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This captivating early 20th century plaster figurine tirelire of a seated cat adds a touch of rustic charm and vintage appeal to any home décor. The intricate details of the cat figu...
Category
20th Century French Empire Folk Art
Materials
Plaster
Late 19th/Early 20th Century Soapstone Oriental Dignitary Figurine -1Y42
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This captivating late 19th/early 20th century soapstone Oriental dignitary figurine adds a touch of exotic charm and historical significance to any home décor. The intricate details ...
Category
Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Folk Art
Materials
Soapstone
Art Deco Opaline Candy Dish -1Y47
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This captivating Art Deco opaline candy dish adds a touch of elegance and vintage charm to any home décor. The intricate details of the opaline glass and the sleek Art Deco design ma...
Category
1930s French Empire Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Opaline Glass
Cushion "Fleur"
By Uchronia
Located in PARIS, FR
Prelle x Univers Uchronia - Waving Silk Fabric and cartisane
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Folk Art
Materials
Silk
Early 20th Century Far Eastern Style Woven Tapestry Panel -1Y52
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This captivating early 20th century Far Eastern style woven tapestry panel adds a touch of exotic charm and vintage appeal to any home décor. The intricate details of the woven scene...
Category
Early 20th Century French Empire Folk Art
Materials
Textile
Cushion "Fleur"
By Uchronia
Located in PARIS, FR
Prelle x Univers Uchronia - Waving Silk Fabric and cartisane
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Folk Art
Materials
Silk
Mid-20th Century Patinated Metal Bas-Relief of the Virgin Mary -1Y60
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This captivating mid-20th century patinated metal bas-relief of the Virgin Mary adds a touch of religious charm and vintage appeal to any home décor. The intricate details of the Vir...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Empire Folk Art
Materials
Metal
Late 18th/Early 19th Century Rouen Faience "Cul Noir" Platter with Basket -1Y40
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This captivating late 18th/early 19th century Rouen faience "cul noir" platter adds a touch of rustic charm and historical elegance to any home décor. The intricate basket motif and ...
Category
Late 18th Century French Empire Antique Folk Art
Materials
Faience
Cushion "Fleur"
By Uchronia
Located in PARIS, FR
Prelle x Univers Uchronia - Waving Stream fabric
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Folk Art
Materials
Silk
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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Why Jules Chéret Was the King of the Modern Poster
The streets of fin-de-siècle Paris were set aglow with colorful poster ads, thanks to the printing techniques invented by Jules Chéret. Now, the Milwaukee Art Museum is celebrating this undersung talent in America's first solo show dedicated his exuberant works.
Why the American Flag Has Had So Many Different Star Patterns
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Peggy Guggenheim Loved Modernism, but She Also Collected Tribal Art
The iconoclastic style setter displayed African and Oceanic art, as well as works by indigenous peoples of the Americas, alongside pieces by such major modernists as Pablo Picasso and Jackson Pollock.
The 13-Star American Flag Had More Variations Than You’d Think
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Tramp Art, America’s Most Misunderstood Art Form, Is Trending in Interiors
Designers are beginning to see this enigmatic form of folk art in a whole new light.
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