With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the American wood carving you’re looking for. Frequently made of
wood,
metal and
paint, every American wood carving was constructed with great care. Find 118 options for an antique or vintage American wood carving now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect American wood carving — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each American wood carving bearing
Folk Art,
Neoclassical or
Art Deco hallmarks is very popular.
Hermitage des Artistes,
Native American Art and
Duane Pasco each produced at least one beautiful American wood carving that is worth considering.
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.