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A trio of carved wood primitive sculptures by Luciano Bertolotto
A trio of carved wood primitive sculptures by Luciano Bertolotto

A trio of carved wood primitive sculptures by Luciano Bertolotto

Located in London, GB

An extraordinary set of three carvings created from recycled wood from antique furniture by the acclaimed Italian artist Luciano Bertolotto (Pompi) . These naïf primitive style scul...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Europe - Primitives

Materials

Wood

Prestigious Bronze Bust of Vincenzo Gemito "Alessandro" (Anastolè) 1890
Prestigious Bronze Bust of Vincenzo Gemito "Alessandro" (Anastolè) 1890

Prestigious Bronze Bust of Vincenzo Gemito "Alessandro" (Anastolè) 1890

Located in Manzano, IT

Fine bronze sculpture bearing the signature of the celebrated master of Neapolitan verismo, Vincenzo Gemito (1852-1929). The work depicts a young boy with the distinctive features ...

Category

Late 19th Century Italian Modern Antique Europe - Primitives

Materials

Bronze

Remington metal typewriter, 1909
Remington metal typewriter, 1909

Remington metal typewriter, 1909

By E. Remington and Sons

Located in Manzano, IT

Remington metal typewriter, 1909 Style vintage Design period 1890 - 1919 Production period 1890 - 1919 Year of production 1900 Country of production United States Remington maker Rem...

Category

19th Century American Industrial Antique Europe - Primitives

Materials

Metal

Ecuadorian Carved Skull Shaped Whistle
Ecuadorian Carved Skull Shaped Whistle

Ecuadorian Carved Skull Shaped Whistle

Located in London, GB

This unique and amazing Ecuadorian primitive piece is a whistle carved in a skull form, and dates to the formative stage from the woodland period. It measures 2 in – 5 cm wide, 2 ½ i...

Category

15th Century and Earlier Ecuadorean Antique Europe - Primitives

Materials

Clay

18th Century Swedish Decorated Mangle Board
18th Century Swedish Decorated Mangle Board

18th Century Swedish Decorated Mangle Board

Located in Kramfors, SE

Folk art mangle board from northern Sweden. This is a typical proposal gift to the would-be bride from the groom. If he had the skill the groom would make...

Category

Late 18th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Europe - Primitives

Materials

Pine

Rustic Italian craft knife, signed, 1960s
Rustic Italian craft knife, signed, 1960s

Rustic Italian craft knife, signed, 1960s

By Mice di rugiano domenico e c. s.n.c.

Located in Cantù, IT

Elegant handcrafted knife with rustic design, made with steel blade and natural wood handle. Presented on a handcrafted wooden base, enhanced by decorative carvings and metal details...

Category

20th Century Italian Rustic Europe - Primitives

Materials

Metal, Steel

Vintage 1950s Copper Lanterns - Unique Patina & Retro Charm
Vintage 1950s Copper Lanterns - Unique Patina & Retro Charm

Vintage 1950s Copper Lanterns - Unique Patina & Retro Charm

Located in Manzano, IT

Vintage 1950s Copper Lanterns - Unique Patina & Retro Charm Elevate your interior or exterior decor with this striking pair of vintage copper lanterns from the 1950s. These exquisit...

Category

1950s Vintage Europe - Primitives

Materials

Metal

Antique bookbinder's press with cabinet early 20th century
Antique bookbinder's press with cabinet early 20th century

Antique bookbinder's press with cabinet early 20th century

Located in Cesena, FC

Antique bookbinder's press with cabinet early 20th century Antique bookbinder's press with cabinet early 20th century, Italian Antique bookbinder's press with distinctive Oak cabin...

Category

1930s European Vintage Europe - Primitives

Materials

Iron

Berkel's Model 23 Vintage Flywheel Slicer - Berkel & Parnall's
Berkel's Model 23 Vintage Flywheel Slicer - Berkel & Parnall's

Berkel's Model 23 Vintage Flywheel Slicer - Berkel & Parnall's

Located in Manzano, IT

magnificent and rare vintage Berkel's Model 23 flywheel slicer, a true gem of engineering and design. This model was produced in the historical period between 1928 and 1936, and is p...

Category

20th Century English Modern Europe - Primitives

Materials

Metal, Steel

African Raffia Vest
African Raffia Vest

African Raffia Vest

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

African raffia vest, old but in excellent condition: ready to use, sewing the two sides with a few stitches. Now with an interesting price because I'm closing activities. ref. O/3041

Category

Early 20th Century Angolan Primitive Europe - Primitives

Materials

Raffia

Old Antique Farmhouse Rustic "Schwingstock" Ornamental Object from 1889
Old Antique Farmhouse Rustic "Schwingstock" Ornamental Object from 1889

Old Antique Farmhouse Rustic "Schwingstock" Ornamental Object from 1889

Located in OOSTERHOUT, NL

A unique antique schwingstock from 1832, used in the traditional processing of flax. This original farm implement is made of pine and bears both the initials of the original owner an...

Category

1880s German Folk Art Antique Europe - Primitives

Materials

Pine, Paint

Anthropomorphic carved wooden nutcracker folk crafts from the late 1800s
Anthropomorphic carved wooden nutcracker folk crafts from the late 1800s

Anthropomorphic carved wooden nutcracker folk crafts from the late 1800s

Located in Milan, IT

Hand-carved walnut nutcracker, which has developed a beautiful natural dark patina over time. Handicraft typical of the Black Forest area of Germany or the Brienz region of Switzer...

Category

Late 19th Century Antique Europe - Primitives

Materials

Wood

Anthropomorphic carved wooden nutcracker folk crafts from the late 1800s
Anthropomorphic carved wooden nutcracker folk crafts from the late 1800s

Anthropomorphic carved wooden nutcracker folk crafts from the late 1800s

Located in Milan, IT

Anthropomorphic lever nutcracker made of hand-carved wood, typical of folk crafts of the late 19th century and most likely of German or Alpine origin, traceable to the Black Forest o...

Category

Late 19th Century Antique Europe - Primitives

Materials

Wood

Animal House arte animale
Animal House arte animale

Animal House arte animale

Located in Manzano, IT

Sotto il titolo Animal house, che richiama il famoso film ma con il quale non centra, Naka ha raccolto una serie di opere dove l’animale è protagonista in un contesto antropico. Il p...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Europe - Primitives

Materials

Plastic, Wood

Bronze Sculpture: Oriental Knight on Horseback
Bronze Sculpture: Oriental Knight on Horseback

Bronze Sculpture: Oriental Knight on Horseback

Located in Manzano, IT

A richly detailed work of art, perfect for discerning collectors and luxury spaces that want to make a style statement. Thissculpture captures the dynamic power of a Knight or Warri...

Category

19th Century Italian Modern Antique Europe - Primitives

Materials

Bronze

Artistic Metal Turtle Sculpture
Artistic Metal Turtle Sculpture

Artistic Metal Turtle Sculpture

Located in Manzano, IT

Magnificent decorative sculpture in the shape of a turtle, made of high quality metal, ideal for enriching your garden, terrace or indoor environment with a touch of elegance and ori...

Category

20th Century Modern Europe - Primitives

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Antique Hand-Carved Wooden Grain Mortars, Primitive Rustic Vessels
Pair of Antique Hand-Carved Wooden Grain Mortars, Primitive Rustic Vessels

Pair of Antique Hand-Carved Wooden Grain Mortars, Primitive Rustic Vessels

Located in BORGO, FR

Superbe paire de pots à grain anciens en bois sculpté, datant de la fin du XIXe – début du XXe siècle. Taillés dans des troncs d’arbre massifs, ces objets utilitaires témoignent d’un...

Category

20th Century Folk Art Europe - Primitives

Materials

Wood

Bronze Sculpture "The Young Piper"
Bronze Sculpture "The Young Piper"

Bronze Sculpture "The Young Piper"

Located in Manzano, IT

Stunning vintage bronze figurine depicting a young shepherd/piper in rustic clothing. The work stands out for its excellent rendering of anatomical details and folds of clothing, cap...

Category

20th Century Baroque Europe - Primitives

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Brutalist "Don Quixote" Sculpture in Copper - A Mid-Century Design Icon
Brutalist "Don Quixote" Sculpture in Copper - A Mid-Century Design Icon

Brutalist "Don Quixote" Sculpture in Copper - A Mid-Century Design Icon

Located in Manzano, IT

splendid abstract representation of Don Quixote de la Mancha. This work is not just a decorative object, but a character piece: made entirely of worked and brazed copper, it perfect...

Category

20th Century Brutalist Europe - Primitives

Materials

Copper

Small Ecuadorian Moulded Clay Figure on Stand
Small Ecuadorian Moulded Clay Figure on Stand

Small Ecuadorian Moulded Clay Figure on Stand

Located in London, GB

This rare and wonderful example of a formative stage figure from the woodland period is attached to a small wire and wood stand, and is in extraordinarily very good condition for its...

Category

15th Century and Earlier Ecuadorean Antique Europe - Primitives

Materials

Clay

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Swedish Folk Art Root Basket, Sweden 19th century
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Located in Grythyttan, SE

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Antique Danish Wooden Mangle Board Wedding Love Gift with Horse Dated 1823
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Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

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H 32.5 in W 25.5 in D 10 in

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Large openwork crest mounted upon a woven basketry cap. The large, square decorative panel bears a central reptilian or stylized crocodile depiction with alternating squared painted ...

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Mid-20th Century Ivorian Primitive Europe - Primitives

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This magnificent 18th-century Brazilian shrine, originating from Minas Gerais, is a stunning example of Colonial baroque religious craftsmanship. Crafted from wood and adorned with h...

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Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

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Late 19th Century Danish Primitive Folk Art Tape Heddle Band Loom
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H 12.55 in W 11 in D 0.13 in

Late 19th Century Danish Primitive Folk Art Tape Heddle Band Loom

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Impressive Danish painted folk art tape loom, also known as a heddle or band loom. It is a traditional tool used for weaving narrow bands of fabric, such as belts, straps, or decorat...

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Late 19th Century Danish Folk Art Antique Europe - Primitives

Materials

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19th century Primitive Painted Early American Floor Lamp
19th century Primitive Painted Early American Floor Lamp

19th century Primitive Painted Early American Floor Lamp

Located in Savannah, GA

Rare painted iron standing floor lamp made to burn oil but converted to electricity. Nice lines and detail with upturned feet, scroll work and finial at top. See measurements below.

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Early 19th Century American Primitive Antique Europe - Primitives

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Located in London, GB

19th Century naïve English folk art bird house form Dimensions in inches: H 17” x W 9” x D 8” Age: Late 19th Century Origin: England Condition: Fair Overview A highly decorative ...

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1850s British Folk Art Antique Europe - Primitives

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20th Century African Tribal Europe - Primitives

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H 21.66 in W 21.46 in D 13.98 in

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Located in London, GB

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Carved Solid Wood African 3-Legged Stool
Carved Solid Wood African 3-Legged Stool

Carved Solid Wood African 3-Legged Stool

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H 13 in Dm 12 in L 13 in

Carved Solid Wood African 3-Legged Stool

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Carved solid wood African 3-legged stool This lovely piece has been very skilfully carved out of one piece of wood, it has handsome dished seat, w...

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Late 19th Century Primitive Antique Europe - Primitives

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Bog Wood

African Baoulé Chair, Ivory Coast, Mid-20th Century
African Baoulé Chair, Ivory Coast, Mid-20th Century

African Baoulé Chair, Ivory Coast, Mid-20th Century

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H 21.66 in W 21.46 in D 13.98 in

African Baoulé Chair, Ivory Coast, Mid-20th Century

Located in London, GB

This small chair from the ivory coast has a truly lovely presence. It is hand carved and showcases the typical design elements of a ‘Baoulé’ chair, low seat with a vertical back. Ind...

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Mid-20th Century Ivorian Primitive Europe - Primitives

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Swedish Folk Art Chest with Original Blue Paint
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H 18.51 in W 37.41 in D 22.84 in

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Large Swedish Root Bowl with Organic Shape

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Large Swedish Root Bowl with Organic Shape

Located in Kramfors, SE

Large root bowl from Sweden. Made from birch circa 1820 the root bowl has a natural and organic shape. It is very big and heavy and weighs around 6 kg.

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Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Europe - Primitives

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Large Swedish 19th Century Folk Art Cutting Board In Pine
Large Swedish 19th Century Folk Art Cutting Board In Pine

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Old English Mill Trolley, circa 1900
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Located in London, GB

Recently uncovered in an empty mill factory in Durham England, this unique decorative and functional aged mill trolley would have been used for transporti...

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Byzantine Silver-Gilted Filigree Bride's Earrings Arpalii, 19th Century Bulgaria
Byzantine Silver-Gilted Filigree Bride's Earrings Arpalii, 19th Century Bulgaria

Byzantine Silver-Gilted Filigree Bride's Earrings Arpalii, 19th Century Bulgaria

Located in Sofia, BG

Authentic pair of earrings ('arpalii) comes from its origin town Vidin in Bulgaria. Silver-gilt, in the form of a central rosette with applied beadwork, surrounded by a series of ro...

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1880s Bulgarian Balkan Antique Europe - Primitives

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18th and 19th Century Lock Pickers Skeleton Keys
18th and 19th Century Lock Pickers Skeleton Keys

18th and 19th Century Lock Pickers Skeleton Keys

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H 11.42 in W 7.09 in D 1.97 in

18th and 19th Century Lock Pickers Skeleton Keys

Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex

Bunch of large 18th and 19th century primitive lock pickers skeleton keys. Largest key is 20cm Dimensions: 18cm x 29cm x 5cm.

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18th Century French Antique Europe - Primitives

Materials

Iron