Jambiya Belts
Mid-20th Century Yemeni Islamic Arms, Armor and Weapons
Metal
People Also Browsed
Late 20th Century Moroccan Folk Art More Furniture and Collectibles
Metal, Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Agra Textiles
Linen, Silk, Sequins
Antique Late 18th Century Jordanian Islamic Vases
Sterling Silver, Brass, Copper
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Islamic Arms, Armor and Weapons
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Mother-of-Pearl
Antique 19th Century Indian Islamic Wall Mirrors
Brass
Vintage 1910s Egyptian Folk Art Tribal Art
Textile
Antique 1840s English Books
Paper
20th Century Yemeni More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Steel
Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Jewelry Boxes
Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl, Velvet
Early 20th Century Indian Sultanabad Textiles
Cotton, Linen, Silk
Antique Mid-19th Century Jordanian Islamic Platters and Serveware
Sterling Silver, Brass, Copper
Early 20th Century Moroccan Art Nouveau Wall Mirrors
Bronze
Antique 1890s Moroccan Moorish Fireplaces and Mantels
Walnut
Early 20th Century Moroccan Moorish Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors
Wood
1920s Post-Impressionist Animal Paintings
Oil
Recent Sales
Early 20th Century Yemeni Islamic Arms, Armor and Weapons
Brass
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.