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Kentucky Folk Art

1885 Kentucky Crazy Quilt
1885 Kentucky Crazy Quilt

1885 Kentucky Crazy Quilt

$1,850

H 80 in W 50 in D 0.5 in

1885 Kentucky Crazy Quilt

Located in Louisville, KY

This 1895 folk art crazy quilt out of Kentucky is an absolute work of art. The selection of bright

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Antique Late 19th Century American Folk Art Quilts

Materials

Fabric

Kentucky Burley Tobacco Basket with Original Red Rim, Horse Cave, c. 1880-1910
Kentucky Burley Tobacco Basket with Original Red Rim, Horse Cave, c. 1880-1910

Kentucky Burley Tobacco Basket with Original Red Rim, Horse Cave, c. 1880-1910

Located in Louisville, KY

A monumental Southern folk art tobacco basket hand-woven from split white oak, originating from

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Antique Late 19th Century American Folk Art Primitives

Materials

Oak

Matched Pair of Cat Carvings by Linvel Barker, Kentucky
Matched Pair of Cat Carvings by Linvel Barker, Kentucky

Matched Pair of Cat Carvings by Linvel Barker, Kentucky

$12,000 / set

H 17.5 in W 12 in D 5.5 in

Matched Pair of Cat Carvings by Linvel Barker, Kentucky

By Linvel Barker

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

prominently featured on the spine of the book Contemporary American Folk Art: A Collector’s Guide by Chuck and

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1990s American Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Kentucky Horse Farm Fireplace Mantel Horse Legs
Kentucky Horse Farm Fireplace Mantel Horse Legs

Kentucky Horse Farm Fireplace Mantel Horse Legs

Located in Santa Monica, CA

the home of a horse ranch in Kentucky. Said to have been Amish carved.

Category

20th Century American Folk Art Sculptures

Materials

Wood

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Kentucky Derby Winners Shadow Box
Kentucky Derby Winners Shadow Box

Kentucky Derby Winners Shadow Box

Unavailable

H 32 in W 40.25 in D 3 in

Kentucky Derby Winners Shadow Box

Located in Summerland, CA

Kentucky Derby Winner Shadow Box Midwest Each horse hand carved with label below

Category

20th Century American Folk Art Shadow Boxes

Materials

Wood, Glass, Paper

Kentucky Crossroads Quilt
Kentucky Crossroads Quilt

Kentucky Crossroads Quilt

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H 87 in W 80 in D 0.25 in

Kentucky Crossroads Quilt

Located in Darnestown, MD

This unusual patchwork quilt most closely resembles Kentucky Crossroads and Sawtooth. The patterns

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Antique Late 19th Century American Country Quilts

Materials

Cotton

Tin Litho Framed Kentucky Whiskey Sign, circa 1930s
Tin Litho Framed Kentucky Whiskey Sign, circa 1930s

Tin Litho Framed Kentucky Whiskey Sign, circa 1930s

Located in Surrey, BC

Roses Whiskey from Kentucky. Original Arts & Crafts style solid oak frame. Recently acquired from a

Category

Vintage 1930s American Folk Art Signs

Materials

Tin

15 Star Antique American Flag, Kentucky Statehood, Rare Star Configuration
15 Star Antique American Flag, Kentucky Statehood, Rare Star Configuration

15 Star Antique American Flag, Kentucky Statehood, Rare Star Configuration

Located in York County, PA

celebrate Kentucky statehood, or to commemorate the war of 1812, or to represent the era in which there were

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Antique 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Cotton

Linvel Barker, Kentucky (1929-2004) | Folk Art Cat
Linvel Barker, Kentucky (1929-2004) | Folk Art Cat

Linvel Barker, Kentucky (1929-2004) | Folk Art Cat

Located in Wyomissing, PA

Linvel Barker left Kentucky as a young man and traveled extensively around the US. From some time

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Late 20th Century American Folk Art Outsider and Self Taught Art

"Ashland, Kentucky"  1982  Herb Kornfeld Painting
"Ashland, Kentucky"  1982  Herb Kornfeld Painting

"Ashland, Kentucky" 1982 Herb Kornfeld Painting

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rural Kentucky landscape by noted LA artist, Herb Kornfeld

Category

Late 20th Century American Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Missoni Home "Kentucky"  Indoor/outdoor rug
Missoni Home "Kentucky"  Indoor/outdoor rug

Missoni Home "Kentucky" Indoor/outdoor rug

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Striped runner designed for indoor or outdoor use.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Rugs

Materials

Polyester

"THE KENTUCKY GROOMER" by William Auerbach-Levy
"THE KENTUCKY GROOMER" by William Auerbach-Levy

"THE KENTUCKY GROOMER" by William Auerbach-Levy

By William Auerbach-Levy

Located in Washington, DC

Oil on Canvas depicting groomer and horse by William Auerbach-Levy (born Russia 1889 died New York 1964) Museums: Library of Congress, Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, National Portrait ...

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Vintage 1930s American Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Kentucky Derby Game Sign from a Carnival / Circus
Kentucky Derby Game Sign from a Carnival / Circus

Kentucky Derby Game Sign from a Carnival / Circus

Located in Dallas, TX

Wonderful old Carnival sign for a Kentucky Derby Horse Race game. Great piece of Americana and the

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20th Century American Carnival Art

Connie Lewis | Sumo Wrestler, Kentucky
Connie Lewis | Sumo Wrestler, Kentucky

Connie Lewis | Sumo Wrestler, Kentucky

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H 11 in W 7.5 in D 4 in

Connie Lewis | Sumo Wrestler, Kentucky

Located in Wyomissing, PA

Wife of famous Folk Art carver, Leroy Lewis, Connie is in involved by demonstrating carving to the

Category

Late 20th Century American Outsider and Self Taught Art

Woven Kentucky Basket
Woven Kentucky Basket

Woven Kentucky Basket

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H 18 in W 36 in D 22 in

Woven Kentucky Basket

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A simple but beautiful woven wood, slat carrying basket of Kentucky origins. Intricately and

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Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Decorative Baskets

Folk Art Sculpture by Cher Shaffer
Folk Art Sculpture by Cher Shaffer

Folk Art Sculpture by Cher Shaffer

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H 28 in W 13 in D 4.5 in

Folk Art Sculpture by Cher Shaffer

By Cher Shaffer

Located in Charlottesville, VA

Kentucky Folk Art Center and the Cincinnati Museum of Art. She has work in the collections of Oprah

Category

Late 20th Century American Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Floral Inlaid Kentucky One-Drawer Stand 19th Century
Floral Inlaid Kentucky One-Drawer Stand 19th Century

Floral Inlaid Kentucky One-Drawer Stand 19th Century

Located in Houston, TX

Kentucky handmade floral inlaid walnut one-drawer stand with tapered leg, circa mid-19th century.

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Antique Mid-19th Century American Folk Art End Tables

Materials

Wood

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Vintage Log Cabin Stitched Geometric Floral Quilt Blanket Bedspread 87"
Vintage Log Cabin Stitched Geometric Floral Quilt Blanket Bedspread 87"

Vintage Log Cabin Stitched Geometric Floral Quilt Blanket Bedspread 87"

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage hand stitched quilt, blanket, comforter, bedspread featuring the traditional Log Cabin geometric design with squares, crosses and floral motifs. Full to queen size. The Log ...

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20th Century Folk Art Quilts and Blankets

Materials

Cotton

Courthouse Steps Log Cabin Quilt
Courthouse Steps Log Cabin Quilt

Courthouse Steps Log Cabin Quilt

$1,075

H 78 in W 78 in D 0.1 in

Courthouse Steps Log Cabin Quilt

Located in Darnestown, MD

Classic courthouse steps log cabin quilt with a good use of lights and darks. Solid red and orange logs play well against the printed fabrics. Excellent condition. It is lightweight ...

Category

Antique 1890s American Quilts

Materials

Cotton

Antique Hand-Stitched Silk Quilt, American Folk Art, 19th Century, USA
Antique Hand-Stitched Silk Quilt, American Folk Art, 19th Century, USA

Antique Hand-Stitched Silk Quilt, American Folk Art, 19th Century, USA

Located in Barrington, IL

Celebrate the brilliance of American folk art with this exquisite hand-stitched silk quilt from the late 19th century. Crafted with exceptional skill and care, this quilt features an...

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Antique Late 19th Century American Quilts

Materials

Fabric, Silk

19th Century American Applique Quilt in Southern Tulip Pattern
19th Century American Applique Quilt in Southern Tulip Pattern

19th Century American Applique Quilt in Southern Tulip Pattern

$3,920Sale Price|33% Off

H 94 in W 80 in D 0.25 in

19th Century American Applique Quilt in Southern Tulip Pattern

Located in Barrington, IL

Step back in time with this breathtaking 19th-century American appliqué quilt, lovingly hand-stitched in the late 1800s in the southern United States. Featuring the timeless “Souther...

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Antique 19th Century American Quilts

Materials

Cotton

19thc Velvet Crazy Quilt from Pennsylvania
19thc Velvet Crazy Quilt from Pennsylvania

19thc Velvet Crazy Quilt from Pennsylvania

$1,036Sale Price|20% Off

H 64 in W 70 in D 0.15 in

19thc Velvet Crazy Quilt from Pennsylvania

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This 19thc velvet and embroidered quilt is in pristine condition. It was found in Pennsylvania.

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Antique 19th Century American Adirondack Quilts

Materials

Velvet

Late 19th Century American Crazy Quilt, Hand-Stitched Wool & Cotton
Late 19th Century American Crazy Quilt, Hand-Stitched Wool & Cotton

Late 19th Century American Crazy Quilt, Hand-Stitched Wool & Cotton

Located in Barrington, IL

An exceptional late 19th-century American Crazy Quilt, hand-pieced, hand-stitched, and hand-tied with remarkable artistry and attention to detail. Likely originating from Pennsylvani...

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Antique Late 19th Century American Quilts

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Early 20th Century American Crazy Quilt in Turquoise, Pink, Yellow, Navy, Green
Early 20th Century American Crazy Quilt in Turquoise, Pink, Yellow, Navy, Green

Early 20th Century American Crazy Quilt in Turquoise, Pink, Yellow, Navy, Green

Located in Barrington, IL

A vibrant and visually compelling example of early American textile art, this Crazy Quilt dates to the early 1900s and showcases the rich, expressive tradition of folk craftsmanship....

Category

Early 20th Century American Quilts

Materials

Cotton, Wool

Antique American Crazy Quilt, Dated, 1909-1910
Antique American Crazy Quilt, Dated, 1909-1910

Antique American Crazy Quilt, Dated, 1909-1910

Located in Istanbul, TR

It has wool, silk velvet and cotton patches, lined with a printed paisley design fabric probably from Manchester.

Category

Early 20th Century American Folk Art North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Silk

Early 20th Century American Crazy Quilt in Turquoise, Pink, Yellow, Navy, Green
Early 20th Century American Crazy Quilt in Turquoise, Pink, Yellow, Navy, Green

Early 20th Century American Crazy Quilt in Turquoise, Pink, Yellow, Navy, Green

Located in Barrington, IL

A striking and expressive example of American textile art, this early 20th-century Crazy Quilt features a vivid patchwork of hand-cut and hand-stitched cotton and flannel pieces in t...

Category

Early 20th Century American Quilts

Materials

Wool, Cotton

19thc Velvet Crazy Quilt from Ohio
19thc Velvet Crazy Quilt from Ohio

19thc Velvet Crazy Quilt from Ohio

$796Sale Price|20% Off

H 92 in W 64 in D 0.25 in

19thc Velvet Crazy Quilt from Ohio

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19thc velvet crazy quilt with embroidery and ties. This quilt is in pristine condition. The backing is a blue calico backing with ties.

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Antique Late 19th Century American Adirondack Quilts

Materials

Velvet

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Kentucky Folk Art For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of kentucky folk art for your home. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, canvas and fabric. Your living room may not be complete without an item from our selection of kentucky folk art — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A choice in our collection of kentucky folk art is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Folk Art styles are sought with frequency. Linvel Barker each produced at least one beautiful object in our assortment of kentucky folk art that is worth considering.

How Much is a Kentucky Folk Art?

A piece of kentucky folk art can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,800, while the lowest priced sells for $200 and the highest can go for as much as $49,000.
Questions About Kentucky Folk Art
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, 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, 2024
    What 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, 2022
    Mexican 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, 2024
    The 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, 2022
    Jamini 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.