African Hair Comb
Early 20th Century Ghanaian Tribal Tribal Art
Wood
Mid-20th Century Ethiopian Folk Art Paintings
Canvas
People Also Browsed
2010s Austrian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
20th Century Papua New Guinean Mounted Objects
Iron, Metal
Early 20th Century Papua New Guinean Mounted Objects
Stone
Vintage 1970s French Space Age Architectural Elements
Metal, Aluminum
1970s Contemporary Interior Prints
Lithograph
Vintage 1950s English Renaissance Beds and Bed Frames
Oak
19th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings
Oil
Mid-20th Century Paintings
Paint
Early 20th Century Swiss Islamic Paintings
Giltwood, Canvas
Mid-20th Century African Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Vintage 1970s Ethiopian Folk Art Paintings
Canvas
Vintage 1920s European Other Paintings
Canvas
Antique 19th Century Chinese Decorative Art
Tortoise Shell, Glass
19th Century Portrait Paintings
Oil
Early 20th Century English Prints
Paper
Mid-20th Century Congolese Mid-Century Modern Masks
Ceramic, Terracotta
Recent Sales
Early 20th Century Congolese Tribal Tribal Art
Wood
Early 20th Century Ghanaian Tribal Tribal Art
Hardwood
Vintage 1940s Sculptures
Bronze
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.
- How do I use vintage hair combs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To use vintage hair combs, turn the comb upside-down so that the teeth point upward. Sweep back the section of hair that you wish to pin using a comb. Then, hold your hair in place with one hand and guide the teeth of the comb into the section. On 1stDibs, find a selection of vintage hair combs.
Read More
A Giant Wedding Cake Has Us Looking at Portuguese Tiles in a New Light
At Waddesdon Manor, artist Joana Vasconcelos has installed a three-tiered patisserie inspired by the narrative tile work of her homeland. We take a look at the cake sculpture and how Portuguese tiles have been used in architecture from the 17th century to today.
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
Expert Jeff Bridgman explains the history and meaning behind the twinkling constellations that have graced Old Glory.
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
Perfect for July 4th weekend, a new show at Philadelphia's Museum of the American Revolution displays an array of antique red, white and blue flags.
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.