Find many varieties of an authentic piece of antique American folk art available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of
wood,
fabric and
metal, every item from our selection of antique American folk art was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a choice in our collection of antique American folk art — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each object in our assortment of antique American folk art bearing
Folk Art,
Neoclassical or
Arts and Crafts hallmarks is very popular.
Navajo Indian Art,
Native American Art and
Sioux Indian Art each produced at least one beautiful option in this array of antique American folk art that is worth considering.
Prices for a piece of antique American folk art can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1 and can go as high as $295,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,126.
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.