Hermes Scarf Folk
20th Century American Folk Art Vases
Metal
People Also Browsed
20th Century American Folk Art Sculptures
Wood
Early 20th Century British Victorian Drawings
Paper
Vintage 1940s French Stools
Leather, Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Brass
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Toys
Wood
20th Century Toys
Wrought Iron
20th Century American Animal Sculptures
Wood
20th Century Decorative Art
Copper
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Toys
Leather, Wood, Paint
Antique Early 1900s English Animal Sculptures
Silver Plate
Mid-20th Century Indian Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings
Bronze
Antique 19th Century Azerbaijani Persian Rugs
Wool
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Resin
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Paintings
Acrylic, Paper
2010s Bookends
Porcelain
Antique 19th Century Caucasian Caucasian Rugs
Wool
Recent Sales
Vintage 1980s French Political and Patriotic Memorabilia
Silk
Vintage 1980s French Political and Patriotic Memorabilia
Silk
Vintage 1970s Political and Patriotic Memorabilia
Silk
Finding the Right Folk Art for You
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.