At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of Mali tribal art for your home. Frequently made of
wood,
metal and
ceramic, every item from our selection of Mali tribal art was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the choice in our collection of Mali tribal art you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each object in our assortment of Mali tribal art bearing
Folk Art hallmarks is very popular. A well-made option in this array of Mali tribal art has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by
Dogon Tribe and
Claire Ginioux are consistently popular.
A piece of Mali tribal art can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,650, while the lowest priced sells for $295 and the highest can go for as much as $29,500.
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.