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Scandinavian folk art cabinet
Scandinavian folk art cabinet

Scandinavian folk art cabinet

Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi

exquisite Scandinavian folk art. Exhibiting a beautiful patina that speaks to its age and authenticity, this

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Antique 19th Century Finnish Folk Art Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Scandinavian Folk Art Silvered Rabbit and Birds Candleholder/Centerpiece
Scandinavian Folk Art Silvered Rabbit and Birds Candleholder/Centerpiece

Scandinavian Folk Art Silvered Rabbit and Birds Candleholder/Centerpiece

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

1170 Scandinavian Folk Art hand crafted candleholder/ centerpiece on a rough sawn hardwood base

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Vintage 1960s Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal

Early 19th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Chair
Early 19th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Chair

Early 19th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Chair

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Large 19th Century Scandinavian Folk Art chair in the form of a Kubbestol (log chair). A wonderful

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Antique Early 19th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Pine

Scandinavian Folk Art Wine, Alcohol Oak Cask, 19th Century
Scandinavian Folk Art Wine, Alcohol Oak Cask, 19th Century

Scandinavian Folk Art Wine, Alcohol Oak Cask, 19th Century

Located in Bochum, NRW

Scandinavian Folk Art oak cask, crafted in the 19th century and steeped in rustic tradition

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Antique 1850s Swedish Folk Art Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Scandinavian folk art chair circa 1830-50s
Scandinavian folk art chair circa 1830-50s

Scandinavian folk art chair circa 1830-50s

Located in Farsta, SE

Scandinavian folk art chair circa 1830-50s Most likely from Norway. Beautiful patina with an

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Antique 1830s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Birch

16/1700s Antique Tankard, Scandinavian folk art, Museum Quality. Norway/Iceland
16/1700s Antique Tankard, Scandinavian folk art, Museum Quality. Norway/Iceland

16/1700s Antique Tankard, Scandinavian folk art, Museum Quality. Norway/Iceland

Located in Skien, NO

perfect for: --Scandinavian folk art collections --Rustic farmhouse decor --Norwegian / Icelandic heritage

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Antique 18th Century Icelandic Folk Art Antiquities

Materials

Wood, Pine

18th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Oak Chest with Carved Panels, Dated 1764
18th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Oak Chest with Carved Panels, Dated 1764

18th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Oak Chest with Carved Panels, Dated 1764

Located in Odense, DK

A rare and characterful Scandinavian Folk Art chest, crafted in solid oak and dated 1764. The front

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Antique 18th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Blanket Chests

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Scandinavian Folk Art Carved Decoy Duck, Denmark, 1910s
Scandinavian Folk Art Carved Decoy Duck, Denmark, 1910s

Scandinavian Folk Art Carved Decoy Duck, Denmark, 1910s

Located in Odense, DK

This evocative early 20th century Danish folk art decoy duck dates to the 1910s and exemplifies the

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Vintage 1910s Danish Folk Art Decoys

Materials

Wood

Scandinavian Folk Art Wooden Lidded Tankard, Norwegian, Dated 1865
Scandinavian Folk Art Wooden Lidded Tankard, Norwegian, Dated 1865

Scandinavian Folk Art Wooden Lidded Tankard, Norwegian, Dated 1865

Located in Bochum, NRW

primitive antiques, a curator of folk art treasures, or simply seeking a unique historical vessel, this

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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Antique Scandinavian Folk Art Carved Wooden Double Handled Pitcher
Antique Scandinavian Folk Art Carved Wooden Double Handled Pitcher

Antique Scandinavian Folk Art Carved Wooden Double Handled Pitcher

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This antique hand-carved wooden folk art pitcher is unsigned, but presumed to have been made in

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Antique Late 19th Century Danish Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Softwood

Scandinavian Folk Art Inspired Brown and Red Pictorial Rug by Rug & Kilim
Scandinavian Folk Art Inspired Brown and Red Pictorial Rug by Rug & Kilim

Scandinavian Folk Art Inspired Brown and Red Pictorial Rug by Rug & Kilim

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

Scandinavian folk art patterns, a very whimsical and fabulous pictorial never made like this before with an

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2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Signed Antique Swedish Textile, Scandinavian Folk Art Pictorial - Rug & Kilim
Signed Antique Swedish Textile, Scandinavian Folk Art Pictorial - Rug & Kilim

Signed Antique Swedish Textile, Scandinavian Folk Art Pictorial - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

the rustic charm of early Scandinavian folk art that would inspired some of the greatest works of the

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Vintage 1920s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

17/1800s Scandinavian Folk Art Hand-painted Pine Spout Jug, Pipe Jug
17/1800s Scandinavian Folk Art Hand-painted Pine Spout Jug, Pipe Jug

17/1800s Scandinavian Folk Art Hand-painted Pine Spout Jug, Pipe Jug

Located in Skien, NO

/ Painting style: Baroque style / Naive Style Folk Art Technique: Handcarved / Hand carved / Handcrafted

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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antiquities

Materials

Wood, Pine

Painted, Cloth, Wallhanging, 20th Century, Scandinavian, Folk Art
Painted, Cloth, Wallhanging, 20th Century, Scandinavian, Folk Art

Painted, Cloth, Wallhanging, 20th Century, Scandinavian, Folk Art

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

essence of Folk Art. This massive hanging depicts a naive stencilled design with two repeats of a lady

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Early 20th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Decorative Art

Materials

Linen

Primitive Scandinavian Folk Art Tree Stump Armchair Kubbstol
Primitive Scandinavian Folk Art Tree Stump Armchair Kubbstol

Primitive Scandinavian Folk Art Tree Stump Armchair Kubbstol

Located in Dusseldorf, DE

A Scandinavian primitive Folk Art ‘kubbstol’ or ‘kubbestol’. Presumably Norwegian, 19th century

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Antique 19th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Early 19th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Mangle Board
Early 19th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Mangle Board

Early 19th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Mangle Board

Located in Greenwich, CT

Charming early 19th Century Swedish folk art mangle board having a stylized horse handle, the body

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Antique 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Vintage Swedish Woven Tapestry: Scandinavian Folk Art Wall Hanging
Vintage Swedish Woven Tapestry: Scandinavian Folk Art Wall Hanging

Vintage Swedish Woven Tapestry: Scandinavian Folk Art Wall Hanging

Located in Skarpnäck, SE

rooted in Swedish folk art. Originating from the southern regions of Scandinavia, Gubbatäcken were

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Folk Art Tapestries

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Linen

19th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Hand-Painted Chest Box
19th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Hand-Painted Chest Box

19th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Hand-Painted Chest Box

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Impressive hand-painted Folk Art box from the Late 19th Century. The box has been hand-painted in

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Antique Late 19th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

18th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Hand-Painted Rectangular Chest Box
18th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Hand-Painted Rectangular Chest Box

18th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Hand-Painted Rectangular Chest Box

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Impressive hand-painted Folk Art box from the Mid-18th Century. The box has been hand-painted in

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Antique Mid-18th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Paint

Unique Handcrafted Wooden Pendant Light – Pine, Scandinavian Folk Art (1979)
Unique Handcrafted Wooden Pendant Light – Pine, Scandinavian Folk Art (1979)

Unique Handcrafted Wooden Pendant Light – Pine, Scandinavian Folk Art (1979)

Located in Skien, NO

Unique Handcrafted Wooden Pendant Light – Norwegian / Swedish Folk Art (1979) This one-of-a-kind

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Folk Art Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wood, Pine

19th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Carved Oak Table Top Chest
19th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Carved Oak Table Top Chest

19th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Carved Oak Table Top Chest

Located in Norwich, GB

A lovely 19th century oak lidded-top table chest with hand carved leaf scrolls and roundel carvings, having swivel carrying handles to the sides. The chest has a rustic charm and sh...

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Antique 19th Century European Folk Art Decorative Boxes

Materials

Oak, Pine

Huge Antique Scandinavian Folk Art Carved Wooden Handled Hardwood Bowl
Huge Antique Scandinavian Folk Art Carved Wooden Handled Hardwood Bowl

Huge Antique Scandinavian Folk Art Carved Wooden Handled Hardwood Bowl

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This extremely large and substantial Folk Art carved bowl is presumed to have originated from

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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Folk Art Decorative Bowls

Materials

Hardwood

Vintage Hand-Painted Norwegian Rosemaling Tray Scandinavian Folk Art 1978
Vintage Hand-Painted Norwegian Rosemaling Tray Scandinavian Folk Art 1978

Vintage Hand-Painted Norwegian Rosemaling Tray Scandinavian Folk Art 1978

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Rosemaling Style decor. Rosemaling is a folk-art painting style with abundance of flowing patterns, large

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20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Wood

Dated 1977 Unique Scandinavian Folk Art "Dancing Cat" Chest on Stand
Dated 1977 Unique Scandinavian Folk Art "Dancing Cat" Chest on Stand

Dated 1977 Unique Scandinavian Folk Art "Dancing Cat" Chest on Stand

Located in Skien, NO

One of a Kind – This unique Scandinavian/Norwegian folk art piece from 1977 is a true standout

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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Folk Art Side Tables

Materials

Copper

Early 1900s Scandinavian Folk Art Corner Cabinet by Martin Dørdal, Norway
Early 1900s Scandinavian Folk Art Corner Cabinet by Martin Dørdal, Norway

Early 1900s Scandinavian Folk Art Corner Cabinet by Martin Dørdal, Norway

Located in Skien, NO

Early 20th C. Norwegian Folk Art Hanging Cabinet by Martin I. Dørdal, with key and lock. A museum

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Early 20th Century Norwegian Folk Art Corner Cupboards

Materials

Pine, Wood

Antique Scandinavian Large Folk Art Carved Wood Bowl 1940
Antique Scandinavian Large Folk Art Carved Wood Bowl 1940

Antique Scandinavian Large Folk Art Carved Wood Bowl 1940

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

3-679 Scandinavian Folk Art bowl carved from a solid block of wood.

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Vintage 1940s Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Fruitwood

Vintage Swedish Rya Rug, Scandinavian Folk Art-Style Leaf Florals - Rug & Kilim
Vintage Swedish Rya Rug, Scandinavian Folk Art-Style Leaf Florals - Rug & Kilim

Vintage Swedish Rya Rug, Scandinavian Folk Art-Style Leaf Florals - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

a bold new addition to Rug & Kilim’s curation of iconic, collectible mid-century Scandinavian rugs

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Folk Art Scratch Built Boat, Early 20th C
Folk Art Scratch Built Boat, Early 20th C

Folk Art Scratch Built Boat, Early 20th C

Located in London, GB

Scandinavian folk art boat of 2 rigged masts - completely scratch built from pine and teak wood

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Early 20th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Nautical Objects

Materials

Steel

Dated 1798 Important Norwegian Folk Art Tine Box, Primitive, Pine Bentwood
Dated 1798 Important Norwegian Folk Art Tine Box, Primitive, Pine Bentwood

Dated 1798 Important Norwegian Folk Art Tine Box, Primitive, Pine Bentwood

Located in Skien, NO

region in 1798. Representing the pinnacle of Scandinavian folk art, this pine box was a functional

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Antique 1790s Norwegian Folk Art Antiquities

Materials

Bentwood, Pine

Dated 1938 Norwegian Rosemaling Basket – Hand-Painted Telemark Folk Art
Dated 1938 Norwegian Rosemaling Basket – Hand-Painted Telemark Folk Art

Dated 1938 Norwegian Rosemaling Basket – Hand-Painted Telemark Folk Art

Located in Skien, NO

functional object and a preserved artifact of Scandinavian folk art. The entire form is adorned with

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Early 20th Century Norwegian Folk Art Decoys

Materials

Wood, Bentwood, Pine

Norwegian Folk Art Rosemaling Pine Trunk, c. 1956
Norwegian Folk Art Rosemaling Pine Trunk, c. 1956

Norwegian Folk Art Rosemaling Pine Trunk, c. 1956

Located in Skien, NO

Rosemaling—hallmarks of traditional Norwegian folk art. Hand-crafted in 1956, and hand-painted in 1971, it

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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Folk Art Painted Furniture

Materials

Iron

Norwegian Rosemaling Ale Bowl – Hand-Painted Telemark Folk Art (1987)
Norwegian Rosemaling Ale Bowl – Hand-Painted Telemark Folk Art (1987)

Norwegian Rosemaling Ale Bowl – Hand-Painted Telemark Folk Art (1987)

Located in Skien, NO

. ✔ Signed & Dated – A certified piece of Scandinavian folk art history. 📏 Dimensions: ◉ Diameter

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Late 20th Century Norwegian Folk Art Decoys

Materials

Wood, Bentwood, Pine

Dated 1911 Primitive Antique Hand-carved Box, RUSTIC Memory & Keepsake Box
Dated 1911 Primitive Antique Hand-carved Box, RUSTIC Memory & Keepsake Box

Dated 1911 Primitive Antique Hand-carved Box, RUSTIC Memory & Keepsake Box

Located in Skien, NO

RARE Scandinavian folk art box with detailed hand-carved patterns around the whole body and lid

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Early 20th Century Norwegian Folk Art Antiquities

Materials

Beech, Birch, Wood, Pine

Dated 1835 Antique jug / tankard with rosemaling, Nordic, Rustic Farmhouse Style
Dated 1835 Antique jug / tankard with rosemaling, Nordic, Rustic Farmhouse Style

Dated 1835 Antique jug / tankard with rosemaling, Nordic, Rustic Farmhouse Style

Located in Skien, NO

, showcasing classic Scandinavian folk art. --Original rose painting (rosemaling) with floral motifs --Rich

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Antique Early 19th Century Norwegian Folk Art Antiquities

Materials

Wood, Pine, Oak

H.63cm Hand-crafted Viking Sculpture, Norway, Wood Carving Folk Art
H.63cm Hand-crafted Viking Sculpture, Norway, Wood Carving Folk Art

H.63cm Hand-crafted Viking Sculpture, Norway, Wood Carving Folk Art

Located in Skien, NO

sound. A striking and rare work of Scandinavian folk art, it serves as a powerful standalone statement

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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Antique Swedish Two-Part Corner Cabinet in Painted Pine – Rustic Folk Art
Antique Swedish Two-Part Corner Cabinet in Painted Pine – Rustic Folk Art

Antique Swedish Two-Part Corner Cabinet in Painted Pine – Rustic Folk Art

Located in PARIS, FR

of Scandinavian folk art furniture, perfect for collectors or anyone looking to add authentic Nordic

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Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Folk Art Painted Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique Pine Spout Jug, Handcrafted Folk Art from Norway, 1800s
Antique Pine Spout Jug, Handcrafted Folk Art from Norway, 1800s

Antique Pine Spout Jug, Handcrafted Folk Art from Norway, 1800s

Located in Skien, NO

connoisseurs of antique barware, Scandinavian folk art, or historical design objects. Its significance is

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Antique 19th Century Norwegian Folk Art Antiquities

Materials

Wood, Pine, Beech

A 1700s Norwegian Wooden Tankard, Primitive Antique, Richly Hand Carved
A 1700s Norwegian Wooden Tankard, Primitive Antique, Richly Hand Carved

A 1700s Norwegian Wooden Tankard, Primitive Antique, Richly Hand Carved

Located in Skien, NO

Scandinavian folk art tankard, dating to the early 1700s, is a remarkable example of early Norwegian

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Antique Early 18th Century Norwegian Baroque Antiquities

Materials

Wood, Birch, Nutwood

1800s Norwegian Rosemaling Ale Bowl Tine Box – Handpainted Rosemaling Folk Art
1800s Norwegian Rosemaling Ale Bowl Tine Box – Handpainted Rosemaling Folk Art

1800s Norwegian Rosemaling Ale Bowl Tine Box – Handpainted Rosemaling Folk Art

Located in Skien, NO

Origin: Norway Region: Vestland Style: Primitive, Antique, Scandinavian Folk Art Materials: Bent Pinewood

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Antique Late 19th Century Norwegian Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Bentwood, Pine

Dated 1850 Museum-Quality Antique Tine Box with Rosemaling, bentwood, Nordic
Dated 1850 Museum-Quality Antique Tine Box with Rosemaling, bentwood, Nordic

Dated 1850 Museum-Quality Antique Tine Box with Rosemaling, bentwood, Nordic

Located in Skien, NO

Scandinavian folk art. Dimensions (approx.): --Diameter: 27.5 cm --Height: 10 cm The box is in outstanding

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Antique 1840s Norwegian Folk Art Antiquities

Materials

Bentwood, Pine

c.18/1900s RUSTIC hanging cabinet with Rosemaling, Baroque style, Norway
c.18/1900s RUSTIC hanging cabinet with Rosemaling, Baroque style, Norway

c.18/1900s RUSTIC hanging cabinet with Rosemaling, Baroque style, Norway

Located in Skien, NO

folk art. Item: Hanging Cabinet / Cupboard / Sideboard with Rosemaling Style: Rustic, Country Style

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20th Century Norwegian Folk Art Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Vintage Scandinavian Swedish Kilim. Size: 7 ft 10 in x 12 ft
Vintage Scandinavian Swedish Kilim. Size: 7 ft 10 in x 12 ft

Vintage Scandinavian Swedish Kilim. Size: 7 ft 10 in x 12 ft

Located in New York, NY

Scandinavian Folk Art traditions and the stylistic influences of talented domestic weavers who had extreme

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

H.64cm Hand-crafted "Eric Bloodaxe" Viking Sculpture, Norway
H.64cm Hand-crafted "Eric Bloodaxe" Viking Sculpture, Norway

H.64cm Hand-crafted "Eric Bloodaxe" Viking Sculpture, Norway

Located in Skien, NO

folk art, it serves as a powerful standalone statement for any interior. Dimensions (approx.): --Width

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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Mid 19th century Swedish folk art hand painted pine coffer
Mid 19th century Swedish folk art hand painted pine coffer

Mid 19th century Swedish folk art hand painted pine coffer

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Scandinavian folk art.  Made from solid pine with a slight dome top lid.  Base coated in a blue/green scheme

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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Folk Art Blanket Chests

Materials

Iron

Swedish Folk Art Candleholder in Carved Birch with Star Detail, 1920s
Swedish Folk Art Candleholder in Carved Birch with Star Detail, 1920s

Swedish Folk Art Candleholder in Carved Birch with Star Detail, 1920s

Located in Göteborg, SE

A striking example of Scandinavian folk art, this handcrafted candleholder is carved in solid birch

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Vintage 1920s Swedish Folk Art Candlesticks

Materials

Birch

Scandinavian Rug Rollakan  Earthy Tones
Scandinavian Rug Rollakan  Earthy Tones

Scandinavian Rug Rollakan Earthy Tones

Located in Ferrara, IT

. These geometric forms are inspired by traditional Scandinavian folk art and symbolize a connection to

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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavi...

Materials

Wool

Scandinavian Modern Candle Sconce by KONRAD GALAAEN (1923-2004), c. 1970s
Scandinavian Modern Candle Sconce by KONRAD GALAAEN (1923-2004), c. 1970s

Scandinavian Modern Candle Sconce by KONRAD GALAAEN (1923-2004), c. 1970s

By Konrad Galaaen, Porsgrund Porselænsfabrik

Located in Skien, NO

Porsgrund Porcelain. This Scandinavian folk art piece serves as both a **candlestick holder and tealight

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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Metal

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Scandinavian Folk Art For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic piece of Scandinavian folk art available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and wool, every item from our selection of Scandinavian folk art was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a choice in our collection of Scandinavian folk art, we have 97 options in-stock, while there are 2 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each object in our assortment of Scandinavian folk art bearing Folk Art, Scandinavian Modern or Baroque hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made option in this array of Scandinavian folk art over the years, but those crafted by Royal Copenhagen, Axel Salto and Borje Skohg are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Scandinavian Folk Art?

The average selling price for a piece of Scandinavian folk art at 1stDibs is $1,836, while they’re typically $200 on the low end and $22,500 for the highest priced.
Questions About Scandinavian Folk Art
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, mandala art is folk art. The definition of folk art is art that reflects the sociocultural characteristics and values of a particular group of people. Mandala art fits this definition due to its association with the Hindu and Buddhist faiths. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of folk art from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    What Ukrainian folk art is called depends on its medium. Named after the village from which it emerged, Petrykivka is a type of decorative painting that often features colorful flowers and birds against a white background. The name for decorating eggs is pysanky, and vyshyvka is the term for decorative embroidery. Explore a large selection of folk art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Among the materials used in folk art are cloth, wood, paper, clay and metal.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mexican folk art can be characterized by vibrant colored paintings and jewelry designed with floral motifs. Lush forests and animals, especially birds, are featured in Mexican folk art, which is a blend of Indigenous and European methods and skills. You’ll find a variety of Mexican folk art from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between fine and folk art comes down primarily to function. Fine artists produce paintings, prints, sculptures and other artworks to express an idea or concept, communicate a message or tell a story. With folk art, artists are usually more interested in following cultural traditions than self-expression. Pieces of folk art often have more practical uses compared to works of fine art, such as quilts and furniture. Other examples of folk art include pottery, masks, textiles and carvings. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of fine and folk art.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Jamini Roy was an Indian artist whose paintings often reflected his Indian roots. Roy combined imagery from Indian folk art with Western motifs to create his unique modern works. Subjects ranged from paintings of legendary figures to everyday life in rural Bengal. His goal was to make art affordable to everyone. Browse a selection of Jamini Roy paintings on 1stDibs.