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Style: Primitive
Japanese Antique Cedar Wood Board Wall Decoration 1860s-1900s / Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old, single-slab board made of Japanese cedar, believed to date back to the Meiji period (1860s–1900s). Cut from the trunk of a large, centuries-old cedar tree, it retains...
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Primitive Decorative Art
Materials
Cedar
Oceanic Vintage Shield, Tribal Wall Art, Papua New Guinea, Late 19th Century
Located in Odense, DK
A large decorative and rare hand carved tribal war shield in traditional colors, made in Papua New Guinea in the late 19th century. Functional as beautiful ...
Category
Late 19th Century Papua New Guinean Antique Primitive Decorative Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
Decorative Fine Carved Wood Wall Panel
Located in Germantown, MD
Decorative Fine Carved Wood Wall Panel
Measures 45" in width, 20" in height
Category
20th Century Unknown Primitive Decorative Art
Materials
Wood
African Vintage Shield, Tribal Wall Art, SONGYE SHIELD, Congo, Mid 20th Century
Located in Odense, DK
The Songye Shield is a striking example of African tribal art from the Congo, dating back to the mid-20th century. This shield, traditionally used by the Songye people for protection...
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Late 19th Century Congolese Antique Primitive Decorative Art
Materials
Wood
Antique Carved Teak Wood Panel
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand carved merbau wood panel from Lampung, Sumatra. We have a collection in various sizes. Please inquire. The size and price reflect the one shown. Stunning on both sides.
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Category
1930s Vintage Primitive Decorative Art
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Antique Carved Teak Wood Panel
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand carved merbau wood panel from Lampung, Sumatra. We have a collection in various sizes. Please inquire. The size and price reflect the one shown. Stunning on both sides.
...
Category
1930s Vintage Primitive Decorative Art
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Antique "Skates Sharpened" Double Sided Hand Painted Trade Sign Circa 1900
Located in Atlanta, GA
American, circa 1900.
An antique American double-sided trade sign or store display "Skates Sharpened". Each side with an off-white background and heavy black painted lettering. Iron...
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Primitive Decorative Art
Materials
Iron
$1,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Hand Carved Wooden Panel
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand carved architectural panel from Toraja. This carving symbolizes the protection of the home. Originally used as an exterior panel. Great art piece.
This antique panel ...
Category
1950s Vintage Primitive Decorative Art
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Andrianna Shamaris Hand Carved Wood Panel
Located in New York, NY
Ancient hand carved architectural panel from Toraja. The carving symbolizes the protection of the home and was used as an exterior panel.
This ancient carving...
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Early 1800s Indonesian Antique Primitive Decorative Art
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Antique Hand Carved Wooden Panel
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand carved architectural panel from Toraja. This carving symbolizes the protection of the home. Originally used as an exterior panel. Great art piece.
This antique panel ...
Category
1950s Vintage Primitive Decorative Art
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Antique Temple Door with Shell Inlay
Located in New York, NY
Antique temple door in teak wood with the original pretty coral color. We added the shell inlay by hand. Great as a headboard, coffee table or sim...
Category
1930s Vintage Primitive Decorative Art
Materials
Shell, Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Still Life on Wood Fire Board
Located in Stamford, CT
Vibrantly colored, hand-painted still life fireboard on wood.
Category
1980s American Vintage Primitive Decorative Art
Materials
Wood
$960 Sale Price
40% Off
Andrianna Shamaris Ancient Hand Carved Panel
Located in New York, NY
Ancient hand carved architectural panel from Toraja. The carving symbolizes the protection of the home and was used as an exterior panel.
This ancient carving...
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Early 1800s Indonesian Antique Primitive Decorative Art
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Antique Teak Wood Temple Door with Shell Inlay
Located in New York, NY
Antique temple door in teak wood with remnants of the original color. We added the shell inlay by hand. Great as a headboard, coffee table or simp...
Category
1930s Vintage Primitive Decorative Art
Materials
Shell, Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Antique Teak Wood Temple Door with Shell Inlay
Located in New York, NY
Antique temple door in teak wood with the remnants of the original pretty coral color. We added the shell inlay by hand. Great as a headboard, cof...
Category
1930s Vintage Primitive Decorative Art
Materials
Shell, Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
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This is a rustic woven basket made of walnut bark, made in Japan around the 20th century.
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Unknown, Northern Industrial Townscape, circa 1970
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Coco de Mer, Ebony Box, Art, Decorative Sculpture, Late 19th/Early 20th Century
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Primitive decorative art for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Primitive decorative art for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage decorative art created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include wall decorations, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, reclaimed wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Primitive decorative art made in a specific country, there are Europe, Asia, and Indonesia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative art, popular names associated with this style include and Andrianna Shamaris. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for decorative art differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $390 and tops out at $8,900 while the average work can sell for $1,000.
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