$1,089
H 9.85 in W 38.59 in D 6.7 in
19th Century Scale Boat Hull Model & Line Plans Naval Sailor Maritime Folk Art
Located in Lowestoft, GB
An interesting scale model hull of a vessel with its original line plans. The boat has its original painted exterior, and appears to be complete. The plans are dated but unfortunate...
Hardwood
$2,186
H 24.51 in W 38.19 in D 10.63 in
Late 19th Century Cased British Sailing Vessel Folk Art Maritime
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A late 19th/early 20th century cased display of a painted British sailing vessel, built by Joseph Packer, who was a carpenter in Ramsey The detailed ship is housed in the most wonde...
Blown Glass, Pine
$6,250
H 22 in W 29.5 in D 1.5 in
British Sailor's Large Woolwork of a Royal Navy Ship Under Full Sail
Located in Downingtown, PA
traditional folk art form. Dating to circa 1865–75, this large-scale embroidery depicts a majestic, three
Wool
$2,323 / set
H 16.15 in W 19.69 in D 0.79 in
Late 18th C Sailors Naval Maritime Nautical Folk Art Pen & Ink Sketch's
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A charming folk art pen and ink collection of sketch's housed in period glazed maple frames, the
Paper
$952
H 3.75 in W 3.75 in D 2.17 in
19th Century Maritime Nautical Sailor Folk Art Carved Cassia Pod Nut Curiosity
Located in Lowestoft, GB
We believe this to be a cassia pod, and likely picked up by a sailor on his travels in the mid to late 19th century. The pod has been hollowed out with two hinged doors and external ...
Natural Fiber
$409Sale Price|30% Off
H 19.25 in W 8.5 in D 31 in
Prison Folk Art Matchstick Model Boat Ship Maritime Night Light Sculpture 31"
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid century three tiered prison folk art / tramp art model steam boat sculpture. Upcycled cardboard
Metal
$3,968 / set
H 29.93 in Dm 29.93 in
Pair of Large 19th C Carpenter Model War Ships Maritime Naval Sailor Folk Art
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A highly detailed pair of carpentered model ships. The larger model is a 19th century model of an early 18th century French war ship the 20inch hull carved from the solid, mounted ...
Fabric, Rope, Wood
$21,500 / item
H 37.5 in W 49 in D 2.5 in
Antique Maritime Nautical Scenic Folk Art Carved Mahogany Mantle Wall mirror
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
This incredible antique mahogany carved mirror is a fascinating example of maritime folk art
Mahogany
$3,968
H 9.26 in W 2.76 in D 2.56 in
Early 19th C George III Folk Art Shell Work China Man Sailor Maritime Naval
Located in Lowestoft, GB
rare piece of folk art, 23.5cm in height, 7cm in width, 6.5cm in depth
Natural Fiber
Rare Brass Maritime Signal Horn
Located in Norwell, MA
Signal Horn From Stone Bridge Connecting Tiverton and Portsmouth Rhode Island. Rare signal horn of a exceptional length and with awesome performance. Trumpet also has embossed makers...
Brass
Victorian Oil Painting Cornish Coastal Scene Maritime 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing a collectable Victorian oil painting depicting a Cornish coastal scene Beautiful scene with Turneresque skies - moody and atmospheric Various boats in the foregrounde...
Paint
Crouse Hinds Maritime Flood Light
Located in Norwell, MA
Marine beacon by Crouse Hinds with thick glass lens and polished steel housing. Mounted to a painted steel base with hinged brass door. Rewired with new socked for years of enjoyment...
Brass
Framed Maritime Signal Flag of Letter F
Located in Norwell, MA
Shadow box framed ships Signal flag with attached rope and wood toggle. Blue and yellow field. Weight is 5 pounds.
Cotton
Framed Maritime Signal Flag of Letter X
Located in Norwell, MA
Shadow box framed ships signal flag with attached rope and wood toggle. White and red field. Weight is 5 pounds.
Cotton
Framed Maritime Signal Flag of Letter T
Located in Norwell, MA
Shadow box framed signal flag with attached rope and wood toggle. Red, white and blue field. Weight is 5 pounds.
Cotton
Frames Maritime Signal Flag of Letter F
Located in Norwell, MA
Shadow box framed ships signal flag with attached rope and wood toggle. Red diamond on a white background. Weight is 5 pounds.
Cotton
Framed Maritime Signal Flag of Letter V
Located in Norwell, MA
Shadow box framed ships signal flag with attached rope and wood toggle. Red diamond on a white field. Letter V. Weight is 5 pounds.
Cotton
Framed Maritime Signal Flag of Letter V
Located in Norwell, MA
Framed marine pennant representing the letter V set into a shadow box frame with rope and wood toggle. Weight is 5 pounds.
Cotton
19th Century Maritime Curiosities Launch Bottle Shards Naval Sailors
Located in Lowestoft, GB
Trio of 19th century maritime curiositys, two glass bottle neck shards from the launch bottles of
Glass, Paper
$678
H 5.91 in W 12.21 in D 7.88 in
Early 20Th Century English Maritime Sailors Gambling Game Box ‘Crown & Anchor'
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A early 20th century sailors ditty box, with painted ‘Crown & Anchor’ lid and original dice. C & A was a gambling game, its origins can be traced back to the beginning of the 18th c...
Pine
$42,558
H 60 in W 12 in D 11.7 in
19th Century Carved Ship Figurehead Oak Wood Female Figure Antique Maritime
Located in Milan, IT
Figurehead in carved oak depicting a female figure whose body has the shape of a siren, symbol of fertility and protection, with female features in the upper part and fish tail inste...
Wood
A Hand Painted Stone by Ilya Schor
Located in New York, NY
motion of the water, enhancing the maritime atmosphere. Schor’s folk-art-inspired style, combined with
Stone
Antique Sailor’s Valentine Shellwork in Octagonal Wooden Case
Located in Sarasota, FL
collectible maritime object that bridges folk art, Victorian sentiment, and nautical history.
Shell, Velvet, Glass, Wood
$541
H 8.67 in W 12.21 in D 0.99 in
Circa 1780 Sailor's Naval Maritime Pen & Ink Wash Portrait Sketch's Folk Art
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A charming late 18th century pen and ink wash group of portrait sketches on paper, housed in a glazed period gilt wood frame. Some elderly knocks and abrasions to the frame, staini...
Giltwood, Paper
Maritime Architectural Element
Located in Stamford, CT
A maritime architectural element of painted and carved wood representing Neptune.
Wood
$3,836 / set
H 9.06 in Dm 12.21 in
Set of Three Antique Dutch/Flemish Herring Barrels with Original Inscriptions
Located in Antwerp, BE
Flanders, late 19th century. These charming folk art barrels were traditionally used in fish shops and
Wood
$1,880
W 40 in L 42 in
1930s Green Pictorial Sailboat FolkArt American Hooked Rug 3'4"x3'6" Wool Carpet
Located in New York, NY
rug is a remarkable specimen of nineteenth-century pictorial folk art, offering a rare and
Wool
Vintage Nautical Signal Pennant Maritime, Framed
Located in Acworth, GA
Really nice and very hard to find vintage nautical pennant. Its classified as a 2nd Pennant, Which means "Absentee Indicator", Chief of Staff. Made of heavy weight cotton w...
Cotton Canvas
Antique Yacht Club Flag, Rare, Nautical, Maritime Signal Flag
Located in Acworth, GA
Rare antique hand-sewn yacht club bur-gee / flag. Beautiful stitching. Flags like this are almost impossible to find these days. Made of wool, the red circle appears to be linen. Can...
Wool, Linen, Cotton Canvas
Unavailable
H 8 in W 3.25 in D 3.25 in
Set of 3 Maritime Sand Timers from the 18th and 19th Century, Hand Blown Glass
Located in Petaluma, CA
make an a stunning maritime collection for display or decoration.
Glass
Maritime Architectural Element
Located in Stamford, CT
A maritime architectural element of painted and carved wood representing Neptune.
Wood
Pair 19th Century Half Block Ship Models Naval Maritime Folk Art
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A pair of pine 19th Century half block ship models, each possessives a wonderful chestnut colour from years of handling old varnishes and waxing. Each block is numbered 557 & 26, an...
Pine
Sold
H 8.27 in W 11.23 in D 0.79 in
Early 19th C Sailors Naval Maritime Folk Art Pen & Ink Sketch Native Oceania
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A charming folk art pen and ink sketch of a Native Oceania gent by the shoreline, with a large
Paper
Sold
H 18.51 in W 22.84 in D 1.38 in
Early 19th C Sailors Naval Maritime Folk Art Pen & Ink Sketch's Native Oceania
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A charming folk art pen, ink and watercolour collection of sketch's of Native Oceania individuals
Paper
Edwardian Shellwork Valentine Diorama of a Lighthouse with Ship
Located in Downingtown, PA
inches deep (27 cm x 5.08cm) A finely executed example of turn-of-the-century maritime folk art. This
Shell
Edwardian Shellwork Valentine Diorama of a Ship Passing Lighthouse
Located in Downingtown, PA
cm x 5.08cm) A finely executed example of turn-of-the-century maritime folk art. This circular
Shell
Sold
H 13.59 in W 10.63 in D 0.99 in
19th Century William Wilson, Sailors Folk Art Sketches Maritime Interest
Located in Lowestoft, GB
An interesting trio of framed and glazed sketches, believed to of been executed by the sailor William Wilson, circa 1860. One depicting a drunken sailor, 'A Sea Lion', with banner...
Paper
Sold
H 11.62 in W 11.62 in L 11.62 in
19th Century Folk Art Maritime Sailor's Shell Valentine Souvenir Love Token
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A 19th century sailor's shell valentine of typical octagonal form, the hinged glazed case enclosing a geometric pattern of various shells within colored card borders. Some minor l...
Natural Fiber, Pine
Anchor-shaped Seashell Valentine Large Diorama with Architectural Ruins
Located in Downingtown, PA
common symbols in maritime folk art. When presented as a gift to a romantic partner, it expressed deep
Shell
Sold
H 18.31 in W 18.31 in D 0.79 in
19th Century Scottish Sailors Folk Art Naval Maritime Pen & Ink Chess Board
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A rather wonderful pen and ink on paper sailors chess board, with a aesthetically pleasing geometric pattern and with what appears to be Scottish castles, HMS Alert & Discovery. Hou...
Oak, Paper
Sold
H 15.16 in W 15.16 in D 1.97 in
19th C Large Folk Art Maritime Sailor's Shell Valentine Souvenir Love Token
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A 19th century sailor's shell valentine of typical octagonal form, the glazed case enclosing a geometric pattern of various shells within colored card borders. Some very minor los...
Natural Fiber, Pine
Sold
H 1.78 in W 1.97 in D 1.58 in
Folk Art Maritime Scrimshaw Shipwreck Tagua Nut "The Peruvian" 1899 E.E.Evans
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A carved and painted Tagua nut also known as vegetable ivory, the cargo of the Peruvian when it ran aground on the 8th of February 1899 during a vicious storm. Probably created by H...
Natural Fiber
Oil Painting Ostend Maritime Ship Signed Pauwels Antique Art
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Wonderful expressionist treatment of a maritime seascape Oil painting is by Henri Joseph Pauwels
Other
Maritime Oil Painting Ship Clipper Victorian Seascape
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Gorgeous Victorian style oil painting of a clipper boat Sails are bellowing as the clipper cuts through the water Great seascape in a lovely gilt frame Viewings available by appoint...
Paint
Two Brass Maritime Taffrail Spinners
Located in Norwell, MA
Two solid brass taffrail spinners with braided rope and coupling used to send data back to the shipboard log. The blade is engraved "NEGUS NEW TORK" with a large "N" also. This unit ...
Brass
Maritime Beacon on Custom Stand
Located in Norwell, MA
Brass nautical beacon light with two lens design, one clear and one red. The unit is highly polished and lacquered with Fresnel lenses, set onto a tall mahogany binnacle style base w...
Brass
Framed Maritime Flag of Number 8
Located in Norwell, MA
Shadow box framed ships signal flag with attached rope and wood toggle. White field with Red Cross. Weight is 5 pounds.
Cotton
Sold
H 47.45 in W 71.86 in D 2.96 in
Large Vintage Ship Pub Sign, English, Pine, Bar, Billboard, Maritime, circa 1950
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
maritime theme and dating to the mid-20th century, circa 1950. Impressive scale and nicely decorated
Pine
Pair of Solid Brass Maritime Pier Beacons
Located in Norwell, MA
Pair of solid brass maritime beacons with double Fresnel lenses set into heavy brass beacon
Brass
Framed Maritime Signal Flag of Substitute 1
Located in Norwell, MA
Shadow box framed ships signal flag with attached rope and wood toggle. Blue field with yellow. Weight is 5 pounds.
Cotton
Framed Maritime Signal Flag of Letter H
Located in Norwell, MA
Shadow box framed ships signal flag with attached rope and wood toggle. Red and white field, flag is stained. Weight is 5 pounds.
Cotton
Framed Maritime Signal Flag of Letter I
Located in Norwell, MA
Shadow box framed ships signal flag with attached rope and wood toggle. Represents the letter I. Black circle on yellow field. Weight is 5 pounds.
Cotton
Framed Maritime Signal Flag of Letter U
Located in Norwell, MA
Shadow box framed ships Signal flag with attached rope and wood toggle. Represents the letter U. Weight is 5 pounds.
Cotton
Edwardian Valentine Diorama of a Ship
Located in Downingtown, PA
example of turn-of-the-century maritime folk art. This circular diorama features a central
Shell
Sold
H 70 in W 40 in D 40 in
Monumental Antique English Brass Telescope Tripod Maritime Instrument Nautical
Located in Dayton, OH
Rare and genuine 19th century English Victorian brass telescope on tripod stand. Features amazing optics and a large adjustable base with spike pointed feet.
Brass
Sold
H 69.69 in W 13.39 in D 9.85 in
17th Century Carved Nautical Maritime Ships Stern Gilt Decoration, Figure Head
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A finely carved circa 1690 depiction of a gentleman in flowing robes and tunic, with large sections of original decoration and gilding. The piece has lost his legs from the knees ...
Wrought Iron
A Sailor's Woolie Picture of Two Sailors by a Maritime Memorial.
Located in Downingtown, PA
The most unusual woolie depicts a memorial obelisk with a scene of a ship in distress on the base flanked by two large figures of sailors with a fan display of flags.
Sold
H 1.19 in W 2.17 in D 1.58 in
19th Century Scrimshaw Sailors Nut Ship Run Aground Dylan Ford Maritime Naval
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A wonderful early 19th century sailors scrimshaw nut/seed. Typically naive and charming, depicting a three masted ship that appears to of run aground. The name Dylan Ford is just ...
Natural Fiber
Sold
H 6.11 in W 3.15 in D 2.76 in
Early 19th C Maritime Sailor's Coconut “Bugbear” Memento Mori Gun Powder Flask
Located in Lowestoft, GB
Antique nautical sailor's carved coconut “Bugbear” gun powder flask, late 18th/early 19th century with brass mounts and nozzle. Also with an unusual inset carved bone skull and cross...
Natural Fiber
Sold
H 2.37 in W 6.7 in D 2.76 in
19Th C Miniature Coffin Admiral Lord Nelson Walter Burke Naval Sailor Maritime
Located in Lowestoft, GB
Early 19th century miniature coffin, constructed from the casket that contained the body of Admiral Lord Nelson The casket covered with printed paper, the top with Viscount's corone...
Lead
Sold
H 20.5 in W 15.5 in D 16.5 in
American Maritime Copper and Brass Deep Sea Divers Helmet on Stand, NY C. 1930
Located in Charleston, SC
American maritime copper and brass deep sea divers helmet with the original three glass cross
Brass, Copper
Sold
H 64.97 in W 23.63 in D 26.38 in
Circa 1880 Large Carved Oak Dragon Figurehead Gentleman's Yacht Maritime
Located in Lowestoft, GB
and rare piece of maritime history. 165cm in height base width 60cm depth from tip of tongue to
Oak
Sold
H 35.44 in W 10.24 in D 11.82 in
1870 Fragments from the Shipwreck Prince Victor Canadian Vessel Maritime Naval
Located in Lowestoft, GB
Three large sculptural fragments from the vessel Prince Victor. The ship was built In 1870 by the Vail and Moran families, the Prince Victor ran aground on the Severn River on Go...
Pine
One Big Catch: Enormous Hand-Carved Wooden Fish Trade Sign
Located in New York, NY
and maritime folk art. Carved from a single solid piece of wood, it measures 50 inches wide and
Wood
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H 8.47 in W 11.03 in D 0.79 in
1854 American Maritime Graphite Sketch of The Ben Franklin & Sailors Folk Art
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A naive ship drawing, sketched in graphite, penned in the corner reads as follows by H. Smith of Lawrence, MA, "in the evening" of November 30, 1854. Housed in a glazed maple frame. ...
Paper, Glass
Sold
H 52 in W 18 in D 18 in
52" Tall Maritime Nautical Folk Art Carved Wood "Little Navigator" Statue Figure
Located in Philadelphia, PA
" Tall Maritime Nautical Folk Art Carved Wood "Little Navigator" Statue Figure. Item features a large
Wood
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H 30.5 in W 19 in D 14.75 in
Vintage Folk Art Red Nautical Martime Viking Clipper Ship Side Accent Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage folk art nautical maritime design side chair featuring a hand painted Viking Clipper ship
Wool, Hardwood
Antique Style Bronze Nautical Maritime Bearded Fisherman Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Captivating figure in bronze of bearded fisherman. The figure is detailed. It renders attention to the nautical jacket and hat worn by the bearded subject for an incredible overall p...
Bronze
Antique Maritime Diorama of a Four-Masted Clipper Ship c. 1880–1910
Located in Black Rock, CT
details, this folk art tableau is housed in its original gilt gesso frame with charming age wear. Likely
Metal
English 19th Century Sailors Folkart Beckets Museum Display
Located in London, GB
example on the stand. A totally unique piece of maritime folk art with a great sculptural quality
Leather, Rope, Wood
Edwardian Shellwork Valentine Diorama of a Clipper Ship
Located in Downingtown, PA
) A finely executed example of turn-of-the-century maritime folk art. This circular diorama features a
Shell
Sold
H 17.33 in W 22.45 in D 1.38 in
Naïve School Steam Yacht "Eagle" Built 1875 Maritime Antique Folk Art
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A decorative oil on canvas depicting the steam yacht the "Eagle" built, 1875. The painting has been relined and reframed some time ago, housed in a sympathetic gilt frame. The...
Canvas, Paint
Edwardian Shellwork Valentine Diorama of HMS Devastation
Located in Downingtown, PA
inches deep (27 cm x 5.08cm) A finely executed example of turn-of-the-century maritime folk art. This
Shell
Sold
H 8.67 in W 7.09 in D 6.3 in
Early 20th C Curios Sailors Naval Maritime Carved & Painting Coconut Folk Art
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A unusual carved and painted coconut, possibly produced by a sailor on a long and tedious voyage. The original painted face has minor areas of wear and abrasions, the nut also has...
Natural Fiber
Folk Art Ships Painting on a 1910 Crock Pot
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-441 Folk Art maritime ships paintings on a crock pot with wood lid. At one point converted to a
Ceramic, Hardwood
Framed Letter L Maritime Signal Flag
Located in Norwell, MA
Shadow box frame with linen letter L flag with rope and wood toggle. Weight is 11 pounds.
Cotton
Sold
H 12.21 in W 10.83 in D 0.6 in
18th Century 1775 English Naive School Half Length Portrait, Sailor Maritime
Located in Lowestoft, GB
An animated half length portrait of a sailor, painted in a naive style oil on board. Dated 1775 and indistinctly signed W.C, housed in a pine frame with a scumble finish. ...
Hardwood
Rare and Massive Antique Maritime Ship's Anchor
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An authentic Maritime ship’s anchor with a section of very large link double whole chain. In all
Iron
Frames Maritime Signal Flag of Number 8
Located in Norwell, MA
Shadow box framed ships signal flag with attached rope and wood toggle. White field with Red Cross. Weight is 5 pounds.
Cotton
Framed Maritime Signal Flag of Letter A
Located in Norwell, MA
Shadow box framed ships signal flag with attached rope and wood toggle. Yellow and red field represents latter A weight is 5 pounds.
Cotton
Framed Maritime Signal Flag of Letter B
Located in Norwell, MA
Shadow box framed ships signal flag with attached rope and wood toggle. Blue and yellow field. Weight is 5 pounds.
Cotton
Framed Maritime Signal Flag of Letter H
Located in Norwell, MA
Shadow box framed ships signal flag with attached rope and wood toggle. Blue and yellow field. Weight is 5 pounds. X-143
Cotton
Framed Maritime Signal Pennant for Number 5
Located in Norwell, MA
Shadow box framed ships signal flag for the numeral 5. Weight is 6 pounds.
Cotton
Framed Maritime Signal Flag of Letter G
Located in Norwell, MA
Shadow box framed ships signal flag with attached rope and wood toggle. Yellow field with blue stripes. Weight is 5 pounds.
Cotton
The Helix Chandelier
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
The Helix chandelier is inspired by the Helix Nebula. The Helix Nebula has sometimes been referred to as the "Eye of God." In ancient art, design, and architecture, the use of fracta...
Bronze
$18,505
H 35.44 in W 72.84 in D 41.34 in
Vintage George Smith Kilim Upholstered Three Seat Couch or Sofa Feather Cushions
By George Smith
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original George Smith three seat sofa with the period Kilim upholstery and feather filled cushions A stunning sofa which is one of G...
Upholstery
$400
W 20.08 in L 20.48 in
Ararat Rugs Mamluk Wagireh Rug with Jerrehian Border Design Egypt Revival Carpet
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
The design source of the rug comes from the possession of Endre Unger, which was sold at Sotheby’s in 1992. That rug with the central star was designed in the early 16th-century rug ...
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
Murano Hand Blown Chartreuse Green Glass Chandelier, in stock
Located in Miami, FL
Murano hand blown studio glass chandelier, in stock All different shaped chartreuse green discs with white details, rigadin technique Brass plated structure with 24 exposed brass reg...
Brass
Large Row Boat or Dinghy Model
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Vintage row boat model hand crafted in mahogany with ambitious accuracy. Painted white with green trim and presented in a custom handcrafted stand.
Mahogany
$26,000
H 102 in W 61.5 in D 79 in
English Georgian Mahogany Gadrooned and Upholstered Tester Bed, Circa 1800
Located in Charleston, SC
English Georgian mahogany four-poster bed with a carved molded inset headboard, tapered head post, serpentine gadrooned and upholstered tester with a centered carved urn & swags, dec...
Upholstery, Mahogany
Mounted Wooden Painted Model of a Sailing Ship with Full Crooked Sails
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Hand Crafted Decorative Model of a Sailing Ship, similar to the USS constitution, however not labeled as such. The wooden body is painted and the fabric on the fully crooked sails...
Metal
Antique Grand Tour Faux Book of Intaglios by Pietro Paoletti
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique Grand Tour faux book of plaster intaglios by Pietro Paoletti (1801-1847). This intriguing book encloses thirty-eight classically themed Italian medallions surrounded by a...
Plaster
Brass Onyx Vanity
Located in Hellerup, DK
Gorgeous antique French patinated brass vanity with beautiful onyx kidney shaped table top. The elegant vanity has 2 light holders for candles and a drawer plus many fine ornamented ...
Onyx, Brass
Jewelry Safe Brushed Gold Brass
Located in Paris, FR
Jewelry safe vintage golded distinguishes itself following a new hyperluxury trend. Special compartments for jewelry and precious liquors, watch winders for watches and humidors f...
Gold Plate, Brass
Vintage Handmade Boat Model Diorama
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Vintage handmade boat model diorama of the "Sovereign of the Seas" a three masted schooner, displayed in its original case. Originally built in Massachusetts in 1852 and in 1854, thi...
Hardwood
Allegory of Africa - 16th century
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Flemish school of the 16th century Allegory of Africa After The Allegories of the Continents by Maerten de Vos (engraving by Adriaen Collaert) Oil on copper Inscription: "Giulio Ro...
Copper
$7,000
H 9 in W 20.5 in
20th Century Reclining Female Nude Marble Sculpture, Cleveland School Artist
By Max Kalish
Located in Beachwood, OH
Max Kalish (American, 1891-1945) Reclining Nude Marble Signed on base 9 x 20.5 inches Born in Poland March 1, 1891, figurative sculptor Max Kalish came to the United States in 1894,...
Marble
French Crystal Ship Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1950's French crystal ship chandelier with 4 interior lights. Measurements: Height:28" Width:28" Depth:10.5"
Crystal
Pre-Columbian Central Mexico Pottery Man
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Pre-Columbian central Mexico pottey man. Probably Tlatilco. Seated man figure vessel. 4” x 3” x 4 ¼”. 100 BCE - 250 CE. Ex. Hank Johnson Collection. Hank Johnson was a geologist, and...
Clay
Mid 19th Century Wood Oars on Stand
Located in New York, NY
Four antique wooden oars, hand-carved in Indonesia, mid 19th Century. Some original paint is preserved, with time-conferred patina. The tallest oar measures 59 inches high, the sm...
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.