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Folk Art Decorative Objects

FOLK ART STYLE

Folk art is a genre of art that shares the creator’s traditions, offering not just an artistic display but an opportunity to learn about a culture. Antique, new and vintage folk art typically reflects a heritage or location. It can include utilitarian objects and handmade art as diverse as weather vanes, duck decoys, portraiture and paintings, carnival art and quilts.

Quilts are a quintessential part of American folk art but their roots are international, with quilting dating back to Ancient Egypt. The practice spread to Europe and was especially prominent in the Middle Ages, with one of the oldest surviving examples being the Tristan quilt made in Sicily in the 14th century. They were made as bedcovers and clothing, including as a layer for knights to wear beneath their armor. Native American folk art includes functional objects reflecting their heritage, such as baskets, textiles and wooden pieces.

Elsewhere, the vast range of work associated with Mexican folk art includes masks made by Mexican craftspeople for traditional celebrations and ceremonial dances. Mexican masks are part of the country’s folk-art traditions that go back thousands of years and play a role in festivals and theater.

Works in the folk art tradition are valuable because of the 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.

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 antique, new and vintage folk art on 1stDibs.

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Style: Folk Art
Antique Tramp Art Carved Wooden Box, Folk Art Jewellery Casket, Late 19Th C.
Antique Tramp Art Carved Wooden Box, Folk Art Jewellery Casket, Late 19Th C.

Antique Tramp Art Carved Wooden Box, Folk Art Jewellery Casket, Late 19Th C.

Located in Bristol, GB

ANTIQUE FOLK ART WOODEN BOX A wonderful example with typically notch carved exterior and bulbous geometric forms. Incorporating green velvet panels on each side as well as a stuffe...

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Late 19th Century British Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

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Velvet, Wood

Vintage Tonala Pottery Small Cat Sculpture, Hand-Painted Bird Decor
Vintage Tonala Pottery Small Cat Sculpture, Hand-Painted Bird Decor

Vintage Tonala Pottery Small Cat Sculpture, Hand-Painted Bird Decor

By Tonala Pottery

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Charming small Tonala pottery figurine depicts a reclining cat with folded front paws and raised head; the cat is looking forward with wide open, large eyes and a slightly surprised ...

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Mid-20th Century Mexican Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

19thc Blue Painted Firkin in Original Paint
19thc Blue Painted Firkin in Original Paint

19thc Blue Painted Firkin in Original Paint

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19thc original Blue painted Firkin. Original Copper nail construction. Fantastic patina. Wonderful old blue paint, the interior is a beautiful natural color and in great condition.

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Mid-19th Century American Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Large Vintage Painted Folk Art Trout Trade Sign, Fish Monger’s Metal Shop Sign
Large Vintage Painted Folk Art Trout Trade Sign, Fish Monger’s Metal Shop Sign

Large Vintage Painted Folk Art Trout Trade Sign, Fish Monger’s Metal Shop Sign

Located in Lisse, NL

Step into a time when storefronts told their story with charm and character. This striking, hand-painted metal trout sign is a rare and wonderfully quirky example of the early 20th-c...

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Early 20th Century French Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Zinc

Custom French Beaded Floral Spray, Studio VL
Custom French Beaded Floral Spray, Studio VL

Custom French Beaded Floral Spray, Studio VL

Located in Riverdale, NY

Massive Custom French Beaded Spray by Studio VL from the 1990's. Fantasy oversized Lilac hand beaded into a large exaggerated scale in unusual color combinations with new and vintage French and Czech glass beads. Based on the traditional craft of French beaded flowers...

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1990s French Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

19thc Original Mustard Painted Firkin
19thc Original Mustard Painted Firkin

19thc Original Mustard Painted Firkin

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19Thc Original mustard painted furkin from New England with original copper nail construction.The surface is the best.

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Mid-19th Century American Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Paint

19th Century Wooden Butter Mold with Carved Floral Interior
19th Century Wooden Butter Mold with Carved Floral Interior

19th Century Wooden Butter Mold with Carved Floral Interior

Located in Lisse, NL

Wonderful antique wooden butter mold with a charming hand-carved floral decoration to the interior. This rustic and highly decorative butter mold was once used for shaping and decor...

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Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Large Vintage Hand-Carved Crocodile in Dark Wood
Large Vintage Hand-Carved Crocodile in Dark Wood

Large Vintage Hand-Carved Crocodile in Dark Wood

Located in Esbjerg, DK

85 cm long and lean crocodile in hand-carved wood. We have been told that it was brought home from Africa during the 1980s by a Danish Tourist. It has a screw to its back - allowing ...

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1980s Vintage Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Hardwood

1930's Pair of Native American Chief Brass Bookends
1930's Pair of Native American Chief Brass Bookends

1930's Pair of Native American Chief Brass Bookends

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1930s Indian brass bookends. Native American Chief bookends. Three dimensional Indian Chief. Brass is signed/ inscribed in the back of the bookends.

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20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Farmhouse Chicken Wire Egg Fruit Basket Carry All, Vintage Industrial Austria
Farmhouse Chicken Wire Egg Fruit Basket Carry All, Vintage Industrial Austria

Farmhouse Chicken Wire Egg Fruit Basket Carry All, Vintage Industrial Austria

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Beautiful chicken wire made Basket, circa 1930s. Made of wire and wooden handles. Found at an estate sale in Vienna, Austria. Nice addition to any Country Kitchen. Size given in meas...

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1930s Austrian Vintage Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Wire

American Folk Art Large Painted Wrought Iron Sitting Cat Statue 1950s-1960s
American Folk Art Large Painted Wrought Iron Sitting Cat Statue 1950s-1960s

American Folk Art Large Painted Wrought Iron Sitting Cat Statue 1950s-1960s

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage large American Folk Art statue features a large cat sitting with its tail raised up and slightly curled, looking straight forward with its ears perked up. The cat is sculpted...

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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

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Metal, Wrought Iron

Antique American Tramp Art Carved Box, Early 20th Century Folk Art
Antique American Tramp Art Carved Box, Early 20th Century Folk Art

Antique American Tramp Art Carved Box, Early 20th Century Folk Art

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique American Folk Art Tramp Art Carved Box, probably Late 19th/Early 20th Century. A decorative box ornamented with layers of classic Tramp Art chip carved borders enclosing velvet ground panels centered by elongated star...

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Antique Wooden and Cardboard Apothecary Pharmacy Storage Jar for Valerian Root
Antique Wooden and Cardboard Apothecary Pharmacy Storage Jar for Valerian Root

Antique Wooden and Cardboard Apothecary Pharmacy Storage Jar for Valerian Root

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Classic early 1900s wooden and cardboard apothecary pharmacy storage jar or box for Valerian Root. Nice addition to your room or just for use it on your desk. Found at an estate sale...

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Early 1900s German Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Plywood, Paper

19Thc Hand Carved Wooden Bowl
19Thc Hand Carved Wooden Bowl

19Thc Hand Carved Wooden Bowl

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a hand carved or turned butter bowl.The condition is very good.

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Late 19th Century American Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

American Folk Art Door Stop in the Form of a Sitting Cast Iron Tuxedo Cat
American Folk Art Door Stop in the Form of a Sitting Cast Iron Tuxedo Cat

American Folk Art Door Stop in the Form of a Sitting Cast Iron Tuxedo Cat

Located in Downingtown, PA

Cast Iron Charm: American Folk Art Cat Doorstop This charming piece of American folk art is a cast iron doorstop modeled in the form of a black and white tuxedo cat. Doorstops like ...

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Early 20th Century Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Early Baseball iron Sculpture Bank
Early Baseball iron Sculpture Bank

Early Baseball iron Sculpture Bank

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Early Hubley baseball player bank with original gilded surface.Amazing original painted surface & patina.

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Barbed Wire Collection / Display Mounted on a Texas Shaped Plaque
Barbed Wire Collection / Display Mounted on a Texas Shaped Plaque

Barbed Wire Collection / Display Mounted on a Texas Shaped Plaque

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Barbed Wire Collection / Display Mounted on a Texas Shaped Plaque.

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20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Steel

19th Century Swiss Black Forest Hand-Carved Oak Jewelry Box
19th Century Swiss Black Forest Hand-Carved Oak Jewelry Box

19th Century Swiss Black Forest Hand-Carved Oak Jewelry Box

Located in Meulebeke, BE

Switzerland / 19th century / Black ForestJewelry box / oak / Antique An exquisite example of 19th-century Swiss artisanal craftsmanship. This Black Forest jewelry box is richly hand...

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19th Century Swiss Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Oak

Pair of 19thc Original White Painted Furkins
Pair of 19thc Original White Painted Furkins

Pair of 19thc Original White Painted Furkins

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of original white painted furkins in good condition.Small & large furkins from a private collection.They are most unusual to find stacked. Measurements are as follows - Smaller...

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Late 19th Century American Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Paint

19th Century Swedish Painted White Mora Clock
19th Century Swedish Painted White Mora Clock

19th Century Swedish Painted White Mora Clock

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Swedish 19th Century painted long case clock or Grandfather clock. This Scandinavian folk art clock is from the region of Småland, where the village of Lönshult is (see the name of t...

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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine, Paint

Swedish 19th Century Folk Art Painted Wooden Box
Swedish 19th Century Folk Art Painted Wooden Box

Swedish 19th Century Folk Art Painted Wooden Box

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

A painted 19th Century Scandinavian Folk Art wood box, with blue and red. These boxes were used for multiple purposes, eg to transport during long trips important documents and priva...

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Paint

Custom French Beaded Spray, Studio VL
Custom French Beaded Spray, Studio VL

Custom French Beaded Spray, Studio VL

Located in Riverdale, NY

Custom French Beaded Spray, Studio VL from the 1990's, France. Custom made in exaggerated scale with unusual color combinations of new and vintage French and Czech beads. Based on the traditional craft of French beaded flowers...

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1990s French Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Large Folk Art Blue Green Painted Wooden Box, Scandinavian Style
Large Folk Art Blue Green Painted Wooden Box, Scandinavian Style

Large Folk Art Blue Green Painted Wooden Box, Scandinavian Style

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

A charming painted American Folk Art wood box featuring a slight curved top. This box certainly has Scandinavian roots and look about it. We see this box holding treasures or standin...

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Paint

Vintage Large Tonala Mexico Pottery Cat, Hand Painted, Signed
Vintage Large Tonala Mexico Pottery Cat, Hand Painted, Signed

Vintage Large Tonala Mexico Pottery Cat, Hand Painted, Signed

By Tonala Pottery, Ken Edwards

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Playful stretching Tonala pottery cat figurine is decorated with beautiful hand painted abstract geometric and floral designs in blue, green, and earthy brown palette. Variations in...

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Mid-20th Century Mexican Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Russian Female Figure Sculpture in Marble and Onyx, Late 20th Century
Russian Female Figure Sculpture in Marble and Onyx, Late 20th Century

Russian Female Figure Sculpture in Marble and Onyx, Late 20th Century

Located in New York, NY

A Russian female figure sculpture in marble and onyx, in the Folk Art design style, circa late‑20th century, 1990s, Russia. A hand‑carved mixed‑stone female figure composed of white...

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Late 20th Century Russian Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Onyx, Marble

19th Century Country English Chest with House Facade
19th Century Country English Chest with House Facade

19th Century Country English Chest with House Facade

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Charming folk art 19th-century country English pine blanket chest or box featuring a Georgian manor house facade on the outside. The storage box has a hinged top and handles on each ...

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19th Century English Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Large English Cast Iron Scottie Terrier Dog Door Stop Sculpture
Large English Cast Iron Scottie Terrier Dog Door Stop Sculpture

Large English Cast Iron Scottie Terrier Dog Door Stop Sculpture

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Cast iron sculpture of a Scottie terrier door stop with original black paint. Fantastic patina on this doorstop with great age and wear. Wonderful addition to an existing collection ...

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Mid-20th Century English Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Antique Indian Metal Water Jugs, Hand-Crafted Folk Art, 19th Century
Antique Indian Metal Water Jugs, Hand-Crafted Folk Art, 19th Century

Antique Indian Metal Water Jugs, Hand-Crafted Folk Art, 19th Century

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Two large antique rustic metal water jugs handmade by Indian artisans in the 19th century. Large generous belly and flaring neck on every item. Great vintage condition with small de...

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19th Century Indian Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

20th Century American Folk Art Carved Stop Sign
20th Century American Folk Art Carved Stop Sign

20th Century American Folk Art Carved Stop Sign

Located in Chicago, IL

A 20th century American Folk Art hand-carved and painted wood stop sign mounted on a custom steel stand.

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20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Paint

Vintage American Brass Sperm Whale Doorstop
Vintage American Brass Sperm Whale Doorstop

Vintage American Brass Sperm Whale Doorstop

Located in Chicago, IL

This vintage American brass sperm whale doorstop is a delightful blend of charm and functionality, perfect for adding a splash of coastal flair to your space. Cast in solid brass, th...

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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

19th Century Country English Chest with House Facade Georgian Trunk
19th Century Country English Chest with House Facade Georgian Trunk

19th Century Country English Chest with House Facade Georgian Trunk

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Charming folk art 19th-century country English pine blanket chest or box featuring a Georgian manor house facade on the outside. The storage box has a hinged top and handles on each ...

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19th Century English Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Japanese Woven Bamboo Morikago Basket Suruga Sensuji Style, Vintage
Japanese Woven Bamboo Morikago Basket Suruga Sensuji Style, Vintage

Japanese Woven Bamboo Morikago Basket Suruga Sensuji Style, Vintage

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage woven Morikago basket features shallow open basket shape with wide rim. The wider bamboo strips that form the complex pattern on the bottom of the basket and divide into 4 th...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker

Antique Swedish Wooden bowl 1800's Handmade Folk Craft nice details
Antique Swedish Wooden bowl 1800's Handmade Folk Craft nice details

Antique Swedish Wooden bowl 1800's Handmade Folk Craft nice details

Located in Forest, BE

Swedish antique birch hand made wooden bowl. Made to be used as a dining dish / plate. Fine quality of handwork. this is are true piece from the early 19 century. Beautiful patina o...

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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Birch

Antique 19th-Century Carved Wooden Printing Block – Paisley Textile Motif
Antique 19th-Century Carved Wooden Printing Block – Paisley Textile Motif

Antique 19th-Century Carved Wooden Printing Block – Paisley Textile Motif

Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR

A rare 19th-century wooden printing block featuring a finely carved paisley motif, designed for textile printing. This rectangular block measures 12.5 x 11 cm and showcases the exqui...

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19th Century French Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Large Sculpture Made of Handwoven Palm Leaves with Two Spheres
Large Sculpture Made of Handwoven Palm Leaves with Two Spheres

Large Sculpture Made of Handwoven Palm Leaves with Two Spheres

Located in West Hollywood, CA

These large hand-woven palm sculptures are made from natural palm and provide rustic, organic modern, contemporary design for any home decor. Their unique w...

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2010s Mexican Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Palmwood

Antique Tramp Art Box, Hand-Carved Two-Toned Wood, France, Circa 1900
Antique Tramp Art Box, Hand-Carved Two-Toned Wood, France, Circa 1900

Antique Tramp Art Box, Hand-Carved Two-Toned Wood, France, Circa 1900

By Tramp Art

Located in Valencia, VC

Charming Antique Tramp Art Box, France, Circa 1900 A very charming tramp art box featuring beautifully hand-carved work in two-toned wood. The lighter sections are framed with delic...

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Early 20th Century French Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Extra-Large Fajalauza Lebrillo Bowl - Granada Pottery - 18th-19th Century
Extra-Large Fajalauza Lebrillo Bowl - Granada Pottery - 18th-19th Century

Extra-Large Fajalauza Lebrillo Bowl - Granada Pottery - 18th-19th Century

By Cerámica de Fajalauza

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

An impressive extra-large Fajalauza lebrillo from Granada, dating approximately to the late 18th or early 19th century. The bowl features the characteristic green copper decoration traditionally associated with Fajalauza pottery, including floral motifs and freehand brushwork on a white tin-glazed ground. The scale of the piece is particularly notable, with a diameter of 64 cm / 25 in, making it a striking example of traditional Andalusian pottery...

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Early 19th Century Spanish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

Swedish Marriage Box
Swedish Marriage Box

Swedish Marriage Box

Located in Greenwich, CT

A Swedish dowry box presented to the bride by her parents on the occasion of her marriage, decorated with homemade pigments in traditional folk-art patterns in faded grey blues and s...

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19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Antique Labu Sayong Carafe, Hand-Carved Ceramic Folk Art from Malaysia
Antique Labu Sayong Carafe, Hand-Carved Ceramic Folk Art from Malaysia

Antique Labu Sayong Carafe, Hand-Carved Ceramic Folk Art from Malaysia

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Antique traditional Southeast Asian ceramic Labu Sayong water cooler carafe bottle vase with hand-carved graphic and organic decorations. Dark blackish brown gourd shaped shiny piece...

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Early 20th Century Malaysian Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay, Pottery, Ceramic

Hand Carved Wood Pig with Original Paint, Signed
Hand Carved Wood Pig with Original Paint, Signed

Hand Carved Wood Pig with Original Paint, Signed

By David Barr

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Hand carved wooden pig with original paint. the base is made specifically for this carved pig. Signed David Barber. Very well done. 33 W x 19.5 H x D.

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1970s American Vintage Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Paint

Nantucket basket attributed to the Coffin School, 1900's
Nantucket basket attributed to the Coffin School, 1900's

Nantucket basket attributed to the Coffin School, 1900's

Located in Kenilworth, IL

A classic vintage Nantucket berry basket with a turned hardwood base, scored with double incised circles. The base captures 41 curved ash stays woven together with split bamboo, and ...

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20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Bamboo, Hardwood, Ash

1960's Double-Sided Owl Umbrella Stand/ Sculpture
1960's Double-Sided Owl Umbrella Stand/ Sculpture

1960's Double-Sided Owl Umbrella Stand/ Sculpture

Located in North Miami, FL

so WHIMSICAL, this lovely owl themed umbrella stand is made of woven wicker and decorated with carved wood trim and face. Balsa wood makes up its feathers AND glass eyes. This is D...

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1960s French Vintage Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wicker, Wood

Mackenzie-Childs Flower Market Set of Oval Tray and Box, Retired Pieces
Mackenzie-Childs Flower Market Set of Oval Tray and Box, Retired Pieces

Mackenzie-Childs Flower Market Set of Oval Tray and Box, Retired Pieces

By Mackenzie Childs

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage MacKenzie-Childs set of oval tray and square box with lid is decorated with Flower Market pattern on white background; the steel underbodies are color-glazed in white and de...

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2010s North American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Vintage Tonala Pottery Large Cat Sculpture, Hand-Painted
Vintage Tonala Pottery Large Cat Sculpture, Hand-Painted

Vintage Tonala Pottery Large Cat Sculpture, Hand-Painted

By Tonala Pottery

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Charming large Tonala pottery figurine depicts a reclining cat with folded front paws and raised head; the cat is looking forward with wide open, large eyes and a slightly surprised ...

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20th Century Mexican Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Vintage Vietnamese Backpack Basket
Vintage Vietnamese Backpack Basket

Vintage Vietnamese Backpack Basket

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Vintage Vietnamese Backpack Basket. A woven form starting with a square bamboo base tapering up to an open round sturdy mouth with a a smooth interior surface, specifically used in t...

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Late 20th Century Vietnamese Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Bamboo

Vintage Splint Bamboo Rattan Woven Storage Ikebana Basket
Vintage Splint Bamboo Rattan Woven Storage Ikebana Basket

Vintage Splint Bamboo Rattan Woven Storage Ikebana Basket

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

The vintage basket features square base and rounded top. The top is reinforced with bent bamboo, wrapped and braided with splints; two carved wooden legs are attached to the wooden ...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker

ELFRIEDE MEINDL - Folk Art Ceramic Atlantic Fisherman Figure - Canada - C.1970's
ELFRIEDE MEINDL - Folk Art Ceramic Atlantic Fisherman Figure - Canada - C.1970's

ELFRIEDE MEINDL - Folk Art Ceramic Atlantic Fisherman Figure - Canada - C.1970's

Located in Chatham, ON

ELFRIEDE MEINDL (1926-2020) - Fine vintage folk art ceramic figure of an Atlantic fisherman on a plinth base - small size - featuring elaborate hand made and hand crafted details thr...

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Late 20th Century Canadian Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Large Ceramic Sitting Cat Figurine, Pink Sponge Ware Folk Art Style
Vintage Large Ceramic Sitting Cat Figurine, Pink Sponge Ware Folk Art Style

Vintage Large Ceramic Sitting Cat Figurine, Pink Sponge Ware Folk Art Style

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage ceramic cat figurine features hand-painted pink sponge ware decor with black accents on face and paws. The cat depicted sitting with tail curled around the hind legs, slightl...

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Late 20th Century Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Early 20th Century Vintage Artists Paint Box and Pallet, Denmark
Early 20th Century Vintage Artists Paint Box and Pallet, Denmark

Early 20th Century Vintage Artists Paint Box and Pallet, Denmark

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Danish Vintage Artists Paint Box and Pallet, Early 20th Century Well loved Danish artists traveling wooden box with everything needed to paint on location. This charming box, acqui...

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Early 19th Century Danish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Jim Rose - Construct No. 05, Salvaged Steel and Aluminum Industrial Objects

Jim Rose - Construct No. 05, Salvaged Steel and Aluminum Industrial Objects

By Jim Rose

Located in Chicago, IL

Jim Rose, known primarily for his steel furniture, was an avid collector and scoured salvage yards for unique, interesting items. Here he has welded together various metal pieces to...

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2010s American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Steel

Korean Celadon Maebyeong Vase, Flying Cranes and Clouds
Korean Celadon Maebyeong Vase, Flying Cranes and Clouds

Korean Celadon Maebyeong Vase, Flying Cranes and Clouds

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage vase features celadon craquelure glaze with motifs of flying cranes and clouds, the "Thousand Cranes" design that common to Korean Goryeo ware. It has the distinct Maebyong shape with small opening, short neck, round shoulder, wide base, and constricted waist. The vase is signed and stamped on the bottom with maker's marks. Maebyong is the Korean pronunciation for the Chinese Meiping...

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Mid-20th Century Korean Folk Art Decorative Objects

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Pottery, Ceramic, Celadon

20th Century Vintage Dressmaker's Mannequin Covered in Old Newsprint
20th Century Vintage Dressmaker's Mannequin Covered in Old Newsprint

20th Century Vintage Dressmaker's Mannequin Covered in Old Newsprint

Located in Round Top, TX

This vintage dress/suit form is perfect for displaying dressed up or simply as a fun vintage accent. An additional feature of the mannequin is the black painted wood tripod base wit...

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Mid-20th Century Hungarian Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Paint, Paper

Pair of Marquetry Boxes
Pair of Marquetry Boxes

Pair of Marquetry Boxes

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Pair of marquetry boxes with aluminum pulls. Each box measures about 4.75" wide, 4.75" deep and 7" high.

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1950s American Vintage Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Aluminum

Moorish Heads Vases "Catania Purple", Handmade in Italy, 2019, Unique Design
Moorish Heads Vases "Catania Purple", Handmade in Italy, 2019, Unique Design

Moorish Heads Vases "Catania Purple", Handmade in Italy, 2019, Unique Design

By Mosche Bianche

Located in San Miniato PI, IT

This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...

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2010s Italian Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Leaf

Sitting Cat Door Stop Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art
Sitting Cat Door Stop Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art

Sitting Cat Door Stop Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage or antique cast iron door stop features a tabby cat form with polychrome painted decor. The realistically sculpted cat is depicted sitting with its head turned to a side and ...

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Folk Art decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique folk art decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage decorative objects created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, folk art, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Folk Art decorative objects made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative objects, popular names associated with this style include Mosche Bianche, Jim Rose, Berber Tribes of Morocco, and Tonala Pottery. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for decorative objects differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $38 and tops out at $225,000 while the average work can sell for $1,105.