Uncle Sam Still Bank 'Composition, ' circa 1940
Located in Incline Village, NV
American manufacture; this colorful hand-painted still bank depicting Uncle Sam is all original with no repairs and no repaint. Fabulous crazing throughout indicative of original pai...
Composition
Very Large Rare "Uncle Sam" Tramp Art Buffet
By Hermitage des Artistes
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Uncle Sam Tramp Art buffet. The back is a curtain of stars, with Uncle Sam's stove top hat. The front comes to a corner, with an eagle head on both sides, flanked by stars; 44" W x 2...
Wood
Early 20th Century Americana Uncle Sam Lumberjack Whirligig
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Charming whirligig depicting a figure resembling Uncle Sam sawing a log mounted to a wooden base. Hand carved, painted, and assembled with applied facial details. When manually turne...
Wood
"Join American Red Cross" Vintage WWII Uncle Sam Recruitment Tabletop Sign
By James Montgomery Flagg
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Presented is an original WWII folding tabletop sign, promoting enlistment in The American Red Cross. The poster uses distinct Uncle Sam imagery, with the urging text “Join American R...
Other
1940s Folk Art Carnival Uncle Sam Game
Located in Chicago, IL
1940's Folk Art carnival wood game with Uncle Sam image.
Wood
Very Tall Wooden Uncle Sam Flag Holder with Old Paint
Located in New York, NY
A Classic Folk Art piece from the 1960s. M938.
Wood
Old Die Cut Steel Revolving Uncle Sam with Original Paint
Located in New York, NY
An almost six foot tall die cut steel figure of Uncle Sam with original paint on a stand that allows it to fully revolve. A great image with striking facial features and a strong, ex...
Steel
Folk Art Uncle Sam
Located in Seattle, WA
Charming wooden fragment of Uncle Sam. The piece was displayed in the collector's home hanging on the wall from a makeshift hanging apparatus, but is painted on both sides.
Wood, Paint
Sold
H 34.75 in W 9.125 in D 9.125 in
Rare 1982 Curtis Jere Americana Carved Folk Art Uncle Sam Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Dayton, OH
"Vintage hand carved and painted folk art style sculpture of Uncle Sam in his traditional red, white, and blue top hat and tails with paper bunting bow-tie, one arm raised in a salute.
Hardwood, Paint
American Folk Art Articulated Uncle Sam Figure
Located in London, GB
American folk art Articulated uncle sam figure A naively yet charming hand carved mid-20th century American folk art articulated figure in the form of Uncle Sam.
Pine
Vintage Cast Iron "Uncle Sam" Toy Bank Box North American
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Uncle Sam's beard also moves, as if saying "Thank you".
Iron
Fantastic Late 19thc Original Painted Gameboard W/ Uncle Sam
Located in Los Angeles, CA
FANTASTIC AND FOLKY 19THC ORIGINAL PAINTED GAMEBOARD IN RED PAINTED GROUND WITH MUSTARD CHECKER BLOCKS.UNCLE SAM PAINTED IN UPPER LEFT HAND CORNER AND PAINTED LETTERS "PLAY FAIR" AND...
Pine
Patriotic Folky Uncle Sam, Outdoor Sign
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handmade and painted Uncle Sam in all original painted surface.We made a wood block stand for the carved Uncle Sam folky sign.
Wood, Paint
19thc Original Painted Uncle Sam Game Board"play Fair"
Located in Los Angeles, CA
FANTASTIC 19THC ORIGINAL PAINTED RED & MUSTARD GAMEBOARD W/BREAD BOARD ENDS.THE UPPER LEFT HAND CORNER HAS A UNCLE SAM PAINTED AND POINTING AT LETTERS "PLAY FAIR " AND AT THE BOTTOM ...
Pine
19thc Original Painted Uncle Sam Game Board "PLAY FAIR "
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fantastic 19thc hand made and original painted game board is more then likely a one of a kind.Some what crudely made ,but with such great charm and wonderful worn patina.Painte...
Pine
WWI Poster Featuring Uncle Sam and Lady Britania
Located in York County, PA
WWI poster featuring Uncle Sam and Lady Britannia, arm-in-arm, accompanied by the American eagle and British lion, illustrated by James Montgomery Flagg to commemorate Britain’s day,...
Sold
H 31.5 in W 24 in D 2 in
World War II Uncle Sam Poster "I'm Counting on You! Don't Discuss", circa 1943
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
This is an original WW II poster that reads: "I'm Counting On You! Don't Discuss: Troop Movements / Ship Sailings / War Equipment." The poster was designed by artist Leon Helguera, w...
Sold
H 52.5 in W 42.5 in D 3 in
Striking and Rare WWII Poster by N.C Wyeth, with a Windswept Image of Uncle Sam
Located in York County, PA
Striking and rare WWII poster by N.C. Wyeth, in the largest and rarest of three known sizes, with a windswept image of a fervent uncle Sam directing American troops to the fight: Whi...
Folk Art Carved and Painted Uncle Sam Sculpture, circa 1920
Located in Nantucket, MA
Antique Folk Art Uncle Sam figure, circa 1920, a carved and painted silhouette of Uncle Sam cut from one board, retaining its original attached iron lawn stakes for mounting in the y...
Wood
Uncle Sam
Located in New York, NY
Unknown/ Unidentified Artist, "Uncle Sam", Wooden Figurative Folk Art Sculpture, 30 H x 8 W x 5.50 D, 20th Century Colors: Red, White, Blue Provenance: This tall and elongated "Unc...
Wood
Folk Nail Art "Uncle Sam"
Located in Chicago, IL
1970s Folk nail art "Uncle Sam." It is signed.
Iron
Uncle Sam Toy Bank
Located in San Francisco, CA
Exceptional Uncle Sam mechanical bank with original paint. Patent date 1880.
Iron
UNCLE SAM WHIRLIGIG
Located in Essex, MA
Whimsical Uncle Sam whirligig, hand carved and painted by 'Barber', a folk artist from Narragansett, Rhode Island. Mounted on a black painted rectangular base.
Wood
Anonymous | Uncle Sam Mailbox Carrier
Located in Wyomissing, PA
Mailbox Carrier with Base
Uncle Sam Mailbox Holder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circa 1920 hand made wood double sided Uncle Sam figure with a blue clay marble eye on each side of his face, with iron bracing up the leg on each side, all in old red, white and blu...
Mechanical Uncle Sam / Tojo Propaganda Display
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Historically, this is a very important item of Propaganda art, folk art, and Americana. Uncle Sam measures 32" tall, while Tojo only stands 21" tall.
1920s Uncle Sam Mailbox Holder
Located in Chicago, IL
1920s uncle Sam mailbox holder. Original paint.
Wood
$283,934Sale Price|20% Off
H 52 in W 40 in D 2 in
Exotic - Scottish 1920's exhibited 'Glasgow Girl' art portrait oil painting
Located in Hagley, England
This stunning much exhibited 1920's Scottish portrait oil painting is by noted Glasgow Girl artist Norah Nielson Gray. Painted circa 1923, the model for the painting was Rita McIlrai...
Oil
$500 / item
H 18.7 in W 13.2 in D 3 in
Manly P. Hall's The Secret Teachings, Facsimile Book Set with Prints
By TASCHEN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The classic encyclopedia of the arcane in an expanded edition. Renowned philosopher and lecturer Manly P. Hall’s masterful encyclopedia of ancient symbols, hidden rituals, and arcan...
Foil
$395,000
H 89 in W 22 in
Late 19th Century Pair of Bronze Atlas Sculptures with Globe & Armillary Sphere
Located in Fredericksburg, VA
This pair of bronze sculptures of Atlas with Globe & Armillary Sphere are of high cast quality. Pairs have sold for over 700,000 Euro. Their condition is excellent for age and has ve...
Bronze
Late 19th-century “Goddess of Liberty” Copper Weathervane on Stand
Located in San Francisco, CA
On offer is a late 19th-century American folk art "Goddess of Liberty" molded copper weathervane mounted on a gallery presentation stand. The figure represents Liberty (also historic...
Copper
$57,705
H 17.33 in W 22.05 in
Macbeth and the Three Witches a Painting on Panel by Francesco Zuccarelli
By Francesco Zuccarelli
Located in PARIS, FR
This painting, created during Zuccarelli's stay in England, represents the decisive moment when Macbeth, together with Banquo, meets the three witches who announce that he will be Ki...
Oil, Wood Panel
$68,500 / set
H 0.75 in Dm 10.75 in
Minton Mazarine Extensive Pristine Dinner Service Cobalt Blue & Gold 232 Pcs
By Minton
Located in Great Barrington, MA
It's always time to entertain! This is one of the most elegant and versatile patterns imaginable in a Classic and rare Minton cobalt blue pattern with raised paste gold on a white gr...
Porcelain
Wood Low-Relief Depicting a Werewolf and Saint George
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Exceptional polychrome wood low-relief depicting a werewolf and saint george after a woodcut by lucas cranach (“DER WERWOLF” 1512) Provenance : collection Brimo de Laroussihle colle...
Wood
$128,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 124 in W 105 in D 20 in
Grand 17th C. Viennese Baroque Archway Wood Door Surround Architectural Element
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Grand 17th C. Viennese Baroque Archway Wood Door Surround Architectural Element . Outstanding workmanship of the Masters of the Craft. Large Carved wood black, tone down red and Gilt...
Wood, Giltwood
$163,877
H 90.95 in W 61.03 in D 77.56 in
IMPORTANT BISHOP JAMES STANLEY 1508 KING HENRY VII ENGLiSH OAK TUDOR TESTER BED
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very rare and highly important, Museum quality, English Tudor King Henry VII Oak tester bed made for an...
Oak
Old Fountain
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
This old French Limestone fountain was hand carved and installed in a French countryside home. The piece has been well preserved throughout the years and was recently reclaimed by ou...
Limestone
$4,500
H 38 in W 60 in D 31 in
Rare and Unusual 19th Century Louis XVI Style Dog/ Doll Bed or Baby Crib
Located in Buchanan, MI
Rare and unusual 19th century Louis XVI style dog/ doll bed or baby crib. The ultimate in luxury for your little furry friend.
Walnut
$2,920
H 28 in W 41 in D 8 in
Large Antique Americana Gilt and Forest Green Painted Plaster Spread Wing Eagle
Located in Morristown, NJ
19th c., Americana, a large scale gilt and forest green painted cast plaster eagle, depicted spread-wing, with crisply detailed overlapping feathers. With mounting bracket on reverse...
Plaster, Paint
French Fountain
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
This old French Limestone fountain was hand carved and installed in a French countryside home. The piece has been well preserved throughout the years and was recently reclaimed by ou...
Limestone
Small Sailor Whirligig, circa 1930-1940
Located in Nantucket, MA
Figural standing sailor whirligig, carved from Pine wearing a white hat with metal brim, a blue sailor’s middy with scarf, striped red and white undershirt, white trousers and black...
Pine
$573,571
H 3.35 in W 2.37 in D 0.79 in
Unique and Magnificent Jewel Encrusted Automaton Watch by Audemars Piguet
By Audemars Piguet
Located in London, GB
Unique and magnificent jewel encrusted automaton watch by Audemars Piguet Swiss, 2002 Measures: Height 8.5cm, width 6cm, depth 2cm This spectacular watch is by Audemars Piguet. ...
Gold
Len Norman, American 20th Century, the Fireman Whirligig
Located in Buchanan, MI
Len Norman, American 20th century the fireman. Assembled and painted wood whirligig depicting a fireman with Dalmatian Measure: 21" x 25" x 18".
Wood
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.
At Waddesdon Manor, artist Joana Vasconcelos has installed a three-tiered patisserie inspired by the narrative tile work of her homeland. We take a look at the cake sculpture and how Portuguese tiles have been used in architecture from the 17th century to today.
The streets of fin-de-siècle Paris were set aglow with colorful poster ads, thanks to the printing techniques invented by Jules Chéret. Now, the Milwaukee Art Museum is celebrating this undersung talent in America's first solo show dedicated his exuberant works.
Expert Jeff Bridgman explains the history and meaning behind the twinkling constellations that have graced Old Glory.
The iconoclastic style setter displayed African and Oceanic art, as well as works by indigenous peoples of the Americas, alongside pieces by such major modernists as Pablo Picasso and Jackson Pollock.
Perfect for July 4th weekend, a new show at Philadelphia's Museum of the American Revolution displays an array of antique red, white and blue flags.
Designers are beginning to see this enigmatic form of folk art in a whole new light.