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Folk Art Adam and Eve from Midwest Lodge
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Fantastic hand-painted and carved lodge piece from the Midwest. Painting depicts Eve picking the
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Vintage 1930s American Folk Art Painted Furniture

Materials

Wood

19th Century American Folk Art Iron Horse Weathervane
Located in Santa Monica, CA
the midwest. Old make-do repair to tail. Great piece of Americana.
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Antique Late 19th Century American Folk Art Weathervanes

Materials

Iron

Vintage Hand-Carved Folk Art Dog Head
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Folky hand-carved dog head found in the midwest.
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Vintage 1940s American Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

19th Century Iron Indian Weathervane with Stand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
removed from 19th century farmhouse. The patina is the best and untouched. This great piece of Folk Art
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Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Weathervanes

Materials

Iron

Clyde Burt Signed Large Mid-Century Modern Studio Pottery Ceramic Art Bowl
By Clyde Burt
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderful and quite impressive large, heavy, hand-decorated bowl by Ohio-born Midwest American
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Pottery, Stoneware

19th Century Folky Iron Rooster Weather Vane on Stand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
good condition and has a nice even mellow patina. He was found in the Midwest at a farm sale.
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Antique Late 19th Century American Folk Art Weathervanes

Materials

Iron

Eugene Deutch Signed Mid-Century Modern Studio Pottery Ceramic Vase, 1950
By Eugene Deutch
Located in Studio City, CA
Wonderful work my well-known Hungarian-born, Midwest potter Eugene Deutch. This magnificently
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Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Folky Iron Door Stop of Horse and Buggy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Folky original black painted cast iron door stop. This guy was found in the midwest but I'm sure
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Early 20th Century American Adirondack More Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Nepal Wood Dance Mask Oval Face with Open Mouth Teeth, Early 20th Century
Located in Point Richmond, CA
collection in Midwest, ex- private collection, originally acquired in Nepal in 1970's-1980's. From the early
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Early 20th Century Nepalese Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

Ohio Amish Double Wedding Ring Quilt
Located in Darnestown, MD
was done with pastel colors on a white ground. The Midwest Amish adapted this pattern to their own
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Vintage 1920s American Country Quilts

Materials

Cotton

Ohio Amish Double Wedding Ring Quilt
Ohio Amish Double Wedding Ring Quilt
H 86 in W 74 in D 0.5 in
Northwest Coast Wooden Doll with Thunderbird, Eagle Mask
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
5.5"H, 6.75W and 4" deep. (See Denver Art Museum, catalog #QBC-2). Cape; Trade wool, black edged in
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Vintage 1920s American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Cedar

Mixed Media Modernist Painting Collage Nantucket Whirligig Americana Folk Art
By Mary Ingebrand-Pohlad
Located in Surfside, FL
worked as a public muralist completing seven murals around the Midwest. Her work has been exhibited
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1990s American Modern Mixed Media

Materials

Paper, Pastel, Graphite

Mixed Media Modernist Painting Collage Nantucket Whirligig Americana Folk Art
By Mary Ingebrand-Pohlad
Located in Surfside, FL
worked as a public muralist completing seven murals around the Midwest. Her work has been exhibited
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1990s American Modern Mixed Media

Materials

Paper, Pastel, Graphite

Fumble Fingers
By Casey Whittier
Located in Kansas City, MO
, textiles, weaving, ceramic artists, contemporary art, fine art, women artists, midwest artists, Eva Hesse
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2010s Folk Art Mixed Media

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

Shapes, Mid Century Modern Abstract Colored Woodcut, Geometric Fine Art Print
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
folk tales from the Old Country that later strongly influenced his work as a professional artist
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20th Century Abstract Abstract Prints

Materials

Woodcut

'Zeus, Venus and Hera' - 1980s Semi Abstract Painting, Nude Figures, Mythology
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
Slavic folk tales from the Old Country that later strongly influenced his work as a professional artist
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1980s American Modern Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Post Office WPA Mural Study American Scene Social Realism Modern 20th Century
By Carlos Lopez
Located in New York, NY
visual expressions diverse in style and theme, representing folk art to mainstream influences. These
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1940s American Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

Winter Palace, 1960s Mid Century Modern Framed Abstract Mixed Media Painting
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
in Cleveland. His childhood household cherished the customs and Slavic folk tales from the Old
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1960s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Paper, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Watercolor

A Quiet Country Home
By Sharon France
Located in San Francisco, CA
scenes from my imagination. These contemporary folk art landscapes are created simply from the heart. I
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21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Interior Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Winter Witches in an Upside World Interfering with Each Other, Semi-Abstract Oil
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
, Slovaks, and Slovenians in Cleveland. His childhood household cherished the customs and Slavic folk tales
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1990s Abstract Figurative Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Oil

Autumn Harvest, Original Semi-Abstract Landscape and Figurative Oil Painting
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
, and Slovenians in Cleveland. His childhood household cherished the customs and Slavic folk tales from
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1980s American Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Diana and the Three Fates, Vintage 1970s Semi Abstract Figural Oil Painting
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
cherished the customs and Slavic folk tales from the Old Country that later strongly influenced his work as
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1970s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

The Argument, 1960s Vintage Semi-Abstract Oil Painting in Reds, Pinks, and Black
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
Slovenians in Cleveland. His childhood household cherished the customs and Slavic folk tales from the Old
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1960s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

A Small City Park, Abstract Painting Acrylic Watercolor Painting, Green Brown
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
customs and Slavic folk tales from the Old Country that later strongly influenced his work as a
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Mid-20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Paper, Acrylic, Watercolor

The Garden, Vintage Abstract Mixed Media on Paper in Pink, Orange, and Green
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
Slavic folk tales from the Old Country that later strongly influenced his work as a professional artist
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1960s Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Crayon, Acrylic

City Park, Denver, Colorado, Large Semi Abstract Colorful Oil Landscape
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
customs and Slavic folk tales from the Old Country that later strongly influenced his work as a
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20th Century American Modern Landscape Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

Masks, 1980s Semi-Abstract Polychromatic Oil Painting, Vibrant Multicolor
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
, Slovaks, and Slovenians in Cleveland. His childhood household cherished the customs and Slavic folk tales
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1980s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Untitled #21, 1970s Abstract Mixed Media Acrylic Painting, Blue Black Shapes
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
, and Slovenians in Cleveland. His childhood household cherished the customs and Slavic folk tales from
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20th Century Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Ink, Acrylic

Untitled #26, 1970s Abstract Mixed Media Acrylic Painting, Blue Purple Red
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
, Slovaks, and Slovenians in Cleveland. His childhood household cherished the customs and Slavic folk tales
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20th Century Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Crayon, Acrylic

Still Life and Round Lace Table, 1960s Abstract Still Life, Acrylic and Pastel
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
customs and Slavic folk tales from the Old Country that later strongly influenced his work as a
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1960s Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Pastel, Acrylic

Sybils Telling Cosmic Jokes On Mankind, Framed Figurative Abstract Oil Painting
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
Slovenians in Cleveland. His childhood household cherished the customs and Slavic folk tales from the Old
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1960s Abstract Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Statue of Young Boy in Fountain on the Plaza
By Jackson Lee Nesbitt
Located in New Orleans, LA
Benton at the Kansas City Art Institute during this period. The figure on the drawing is of a nude young
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1930s American Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Conté

The Chicken, 1940s Abstract Geometric Pen Ink Drawing, Red, Black, Cream
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
and Slovenians in Cleveland. His childhood household cherished the customs and Slavic folk tales from
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1940s Abstract Geometric Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Ink

Antique Architectural Bank Building Bronze "No" Letters
Located in Santa Monica, CA
building in the midwest. Great patinated bronze surface. Very substantial and solid letters.
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Bronze

Jim Rose Barn House Structure, Welded Steel Sculpture Made with Salvaged Steel
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
reference traditional American Folk Art barn house models or bird houses. This sculpture works alone on a
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2010s American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Jim Rose Barn House Structure, Welded Steel Sculpture Made with Salvaged Steel
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
reference traditional American Folk Art barn house models or bird houses. The inset panels on this piece of
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2010s American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Jim Rose Barn House Structure, Welded Steel Sculpture Made with Salvaged Steel
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
reference traditional American Folk Art barn house models or bird houses. This sculpture works alone on a
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2010s American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Jim Rose Barn House Structure, Welded Steel Sculpture Made with Salvaged Steel
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
reference traditional American Folk Art barn house models or bird houses. This sculpture works alone on a
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2010s American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Found and Salvaged Industrial Steel Object Sculpture Figure with Face
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
United States to attend college. After one year at Bard College, Jim transferred to the School of the Art
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2010s American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Abstract Cubist Iron American Church Crucifix
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Vintage iron abstract cubist crucifix from American Church. Found in the midwest. Great detail
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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Statues

Materials

Iron

Jim Rose Barn House Structure, Welded Steel Sculpture Made with Salvaged Steel
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
reference traditional American Folk Art barn house models or bird houses. This sculpture works alone on a
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2010s American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Jim Rose Barn House Structure, Welded Steel Object Made with Salvaged Steel
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
reference traditional American Folk Art barn house models or bird houses. This sculpture works alone on a
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2010s American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Found and Salvaged Steel House Structure on a Reclaimed Steel Base
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
attend college. After one year at Bard College, Jim transferred to the School of the Art Institute in
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2010s American Folk Art Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Steel

Found and Salvaged Industrial Objects, Metal Sculpture on Base
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
United States to attend college. After one year at Bard College, Jim transferred to the School of the Art
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2010s American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Steel, Metal

Found and Salvaged Industrial Steel Object Sculpture Arrangement
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
United States to attend college. After one year at Bard College, Jim transferred to the School of the Art
Category

2010s American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Found and Salvaged Industrial Steel Object Sculpture Arrangement
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
United States to attend college. After one year at Bard College, Jim transferred to the School of the Art
Category

2010s American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Found and Salvaged Industrial Steel Object Sculpture Arrangement
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
United States to attend college. After one year at Bard College, Jim transferred to the School of the Art
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2010s American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Jim Rose - Construct No. 05, Salvaged Steel and Aluminum Industrial Objects
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
. After one year at Bard College, Jim transferred to the School of the Art Institute in Chicago (SAIC
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2010s American Folk Art Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Steel

Jim Rose Barn House Structure, Welded Steel Object Made with Salvaged Steel
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
reference traditional American Folk Art barn house models or bird houses. This sculpture works alone on a
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2010s American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Jim Rose - Construct No. 02, Salvaged Steel and Aluminum Industrial Objects
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
, Jim transferred to the School of the Art Institute in Chicago (SAIC) where he graduated in 1988 with a
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2010s American Folk Art Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Steel

Jim Rose - Construct No. 03, Salvaged Steel and Aluminum Industrial Objects
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
States to attend college. After one year at Bard College, Jim transferred to the School of the Art
Category

2010s American Folk Art Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Steel

Found and Salvaged Steel House Structure on a Reclaimed Steel Plate, Wooden Base
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
transferred to the School of the Art Institute in Chicago (SAIC) where he graduated in 1988 with a BFA. His
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2010s American Folk Art Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Steel

Found and Salvaged Steel House Structure, Modern and Minimalist Sculpture
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
attend college. After one year at Bard College, Jim transferred to the School of the Art Institute in
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2010s American Folk Art Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Steel

Found and Salvaged Steel House Structure on a Reclaimed Steel Plate, Wooden Base
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
United States to attend college. After one year at Bard College, Jim transferred to the School of the Art
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2010s American Folk Art Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Steel

Found and Salvaged Steel Industrial Objects on Wooden Base
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
, Jim transferred to the School of the Art Institute in Chicago (SAIC) where he graduated in 1988 with a
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2010s American Folk Art Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Steel

Jim Rose - Wire Dog, Repurposed Heavy Wire Dog Sculpture, Cylindrical Metal Base
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
at Bard College, Jim transferred to the School of the Art Institute in Chicago (SAIC) where he
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2010s American Folk Art Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Steel

Jim Rose Legacy Collection - Chest of Drawers, Solid Cast Iron Miniature
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
States to attend college. After one year at Bard College, Jim transferred to the School of the Art
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Early 2000s American Folk Art Models and Miniatures

Materials

Steel

Found and Salvaged Steel Structure on a Wooden Base
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
. After one year at Bard College, Jim transferred to the School of the Art Institute in Chicago (SAIC
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2010s American Folk Art Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Steel

Found and Salvaged Steel Structure on a Steel & Wooden Circular Base
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
of the Art Institute in Chicago (SAIC) where he graduated in 1988 with a BFA. His skillful
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2010s American Folk Art Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Steel

Wood Carved Chinese Restaurant Entry Arch, circa 1940s
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Midwest. Impressively carved and double-sided solid wood. Original paint surface with great lipstick red
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Vintage 1940s American Folk Art Sculptures

Materials

Wood

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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of midwest folk art you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, steel and wood, every item from our selection of midwest folk art was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a choice in our collection of midwest folk art, we have 19 options in-stock, while there are 10 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect object in our assortment of midwest folk art — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. An option in this array of midwest folk art is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in folk art and mid-century modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one piece of midwest folk art that is appealing in its simplicity, but Jim Rose and Eugene Deutch produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Midwest Folk Art?

Prices for a piece of midwest folk art can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $375 and can go as high as $15,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,200.
Questions About Midwest 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Among the materials used in folk art are cloth, wood, paper, clay and metal.

  • 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.