Fiji Tapa
Mid-20th Century Fijian Tribal Tribal Art
Natural Fiber
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
2010s British Ottomans and Poufs
Fabric, Bouclé, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Center Tables
Travertine
2010s Egyptian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Oak
Mid-20th Century Congolese Tribal Tribal Art
Natural Fiber
Mid-20th Century Congolese Tribal Tapestries
Natural Fiber
Antique 19th Century Primitive Tribal Art
Cotton
Antique Late 19th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art
Wood
Mid-20th Century Congolese Archaistic Tribal Art
Raffia
Mid-20th Century Congolese Tribal Tribal Art
Raffia
20th Century American Samoan Paintings
Paint, Wood
Early 20th Century Papua New Guinean Tribal Tribal Art
Natural Fiber
Mid-20th Century Congolese Tribal Tribal Art
Raffia
Vintage 1950s Libyan Tribal Tribal Art
Wool, Cotton
Vintage 1930s Moroccan Tribal Tribal Art
Wool
Mid-20th Century Burmese Tribal Tribal Art
Cotton
Finding the Right Folk Art for You
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.