French Folk Art
Vintage 1950s French Paintings
Wood
Vintage 1950s French Paintings
Wood
Antique 1850s French Early Victorian Paintings
Paper
Early 20th Century French Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings
Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings
Fruitwood
Early 20th Century French Sculptures and Carvings
Wood
20th Century American Books
Paper
Antique 19th Century French Folk Art Decorative Baskets
Straw
Vintage 1960s French Folk Art Table Lamps
Shell
Early 20th Century French Folk Art Side Chairs
Pine
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Tapestries
Natural Fiber
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Weathervanes
Copper
Early 20th Century French Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings
Fruitwood
Early 20th Century French Folk Art Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century French Folk Art Barware
Wood, Fruitwood
Antique Early 19th Century American Folk Art Paintings
Giltwood, Paint
Early 20th Century French Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings
Leather, Paper
Vintage 1950s French Brutalist Stools
Wood
Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Table Lamps
Marble
Vintage 1970s French Table Lamps
Limestone
Vintage 1960s French Organic Modern Side Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1970s French Table Lamps
Limestone
Vintage 1960s European Figurative Sculptures
Steel
Early 20th Century French Industrial Antiquities
Metal
Vintage 1920s French Folk Art Wall Lights and Sconces
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century French Folk Art Armchairs
Walnut
Vintage 1940s French Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings
Plastic, Hardwood, Paint
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Tableware
Wood, Olive
Early 20th Century French Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings
Leather, Paper
Antique Late 19th Century French Folk Art Painted Furniture
Metal
Mid-20th Century French Folk Art Wall Mirrors
Glass, Wood
20th Century French Figurative Sculptures
Concrete
Antique Late 19th Century French Architectural Elements
Iron
Mid-20th Century French Folk Art Chairs
Beech
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Coat Racks and Stands
Ceramic, Bamboo, Mirror
Mid-20th Century French Folk Art Armchairs
Beech
Mid-20th Century French Folk Art Tables
Beech
20th Century French Statues
Concrete
Early 20th Century French Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Metal
Vintage 1950s French Folk Art Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wrought Iron
Antique Late 19th Century French Buffets
Oak
Vintage 1950s French Brutalist Gueridon
Olive, Pine
1960s Folk Art Landscape Paintings
Acrylic
Early 20th Century French Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Vintage 1950s French Folk Art Pitchers
Wood
Early 20th Century French Folk Art Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Shell, Glass, Wood
Vintage 1930s French Folk Art Animal Sculptures
Iron
20th Century French Folk Art Floor Lamps
Wrought Iron
20th Century Folk Art Animal Paintings
Canvas, Oil
20th Century Folk Art Animal Paintings
Canvas, Oil
20th Century Folk Art Animal Paintings
Canvas, Oil
20th Century Folk Art Animal Paintings
Canvas, Oil
20th Century Folk Art Animal Paintings
Canvas, Oil
20th Century Folk Art Animal Paintings
Canvas, Oil
20th Century Folk Art Animal Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Antique 19th Century French Torchères
Brass, Copper
20th Century French Floor Lamps
Iron
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- Is mandala art folk art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, 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, 2024What 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, 2022Mexican 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, 2024The 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, 2022Jamini 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The French painters of the 19th century worked in two styles. Neoclassicism dominated the first half of the century, and Impressionism was the most common style during the second half. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of French paintings.
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