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Antique French Primitive Cutting Board, 19th Century
Antique French Primitive Cutting Board, 19th Century

Antique French Primitive Cutting Board, 19th Century

$316

Antique French Primitive Cutting Board, 19th Century

Located in BORGO, FR

A beautifully timeworn antique French cutting board hand-carved from a single thick piece of hardwood. This authentic primitive kitchen object features a substantial rectangular form...

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Early 20th Century French Primitive Primitives

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Wood

Antique French Primitive Cutting Board, 19th Century
Antique French Primitive Cutting Board, 19th Century

Antique French Primitive Cutting Board, 19th Century

$284

Antique French Primitive Cutting Board, 19th Century

Located in BORGO, FR

A beautifully timeworn antique French cutting board hand-carved from a single thick piece of hardwood. This authentic primitive kitchen object features a substantial rectangular form...

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Early 20th Century French Primitive Primitives

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Wood

Antique French Primitive Cutting Board, 19th Century
Antique French Primitive Cutting Board, 19th Century

Antique French Primitive Cutting Board, 19th Century

$282

Antique French Primitive Cutting Board, 19th Century

Located in BORGO, FR

A beautifully timeworn antique French cutting board hand-carved from a single thick piece of hardwood. This authentic primitive kitchen object features a substantial rectangular form...

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Early 20th Century French Primitive Primitives

Materials

Wood

Antique French Primitive Cutting Board, 19th Century
Antique French Primitive Cutting Board, 19th Century

Antique French Primitive Cutting Board, 19th Century

$250

Antique French Primitive Cutting Board, 19th Century

Located in BORGO, FR

A beautifully timeworn antique French cutting board hand-carved from a single thick piece of hardwood. This authentic primitive kitchen object features a substantial rectangular form...

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Early 20th Century French Primitive Primitives

Materials

Wood

Antique French Primitive Cutting Board, 19th Century
Antique French Primitive Cutting Board, 19th Century

Antique French Primitive Cutting Board, 19th Century

$316

Antique French Primitive Cutting Board, 19th Century

Located in BORGO, FR

A beautifully timeworn antique French cutting board hand-carved from a single thick piece of hardwood. This authentic primitive kitchen object features a substantial rectangular form...

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Early 20th Century French Primitive Primitives

Materials

Wood

18th Century French Black Marble Folk Art Mortar with Spout
18th Century French Black Marble Folk Art Mortar with Spout

18th Century French Black Marble Folk Art Mortar with Spout

$1,440

18th Century French Black Marble Folk Art Mortar with Spout

Located in Buisson, FR

This highly scarce, hand-carved stone mortar is a rare surviving piece of French folk utilitarian art from the northern border regions, dating to circa 1750-1780. Masterfully sculpte...

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Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Primitives

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Belgian Black Marble

18th Century French Black Marble Folk Art Mortar with Spout
18th Century French Black Marble Folk Art Mortar with Spout

18th Century French Black Marble Folk Art Mortar with Spout

$1,440

18th Century French Black Marble Folk Art Mortar with Spout

Located in Buisson, FR

This highly scarce, hand-carved stone mortar is a rare surviving piece of French folk utilitarian art from the northern border regions, dating to circa 1750-1780. Masterfully sculpte...

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Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Primitives

Materials

Belgian Black Marble

18th Century French Black Marble Folk Art Mortar with Spout
18th Century French Black Marble Folk Art Mortar with Spout

18th Century French Black Marble Folk Art Mortar with Spout

$1,553

18th Century French Black Marble Folk Art Mortar with Spout

Located in Buisson, FR

This highly scarce, hand-carved stone mortar is a rare surviving piece of French folk utilitarian art from the northern border regions, dating to circa 1750-1780. Masterfully sculpte...

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Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Primitives

Materials

Belgian Black Marble

Set of 3 brutalist Savoyard folk art wooden dishes, 1950s
Set of 3 brutalist Savoyard folk art wooden dishes, 1950s

Set of 3 brutalist Savoyard folk art wooden dishes, 1950s

$892 / set

Set of 3 brutalist Savoyard folk art wooden dishes, 1950s

Located in CHAPONOST, FR

Set of three wooden dishes, Savoyard folk art from the 1950s. We love the craftsmanship of these dishes/bowls, carved from the solid wood, with the triangular shapes framing each on...

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Vintage 1950s French Folk Art Primitives

Materials

Wood

18th Century Provençal French Folk Art Painted on Iron Madonna & Child
18th Century Provençal French Folk Art Painted on Iron Madonna & Child

18th Century Provençal French Folk Art Painted on Iron Madonna & Child

$1,779

18th Century Provençal French Folk Art Painted on Iron Madonna & Child

Located in Buisson, FR

This highly charming 18th-century painting, crafted in the Provence region of Southern France (circa 1750-1780), beautifully reflects the pure soul of regional French folk art (art p...

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Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Primitives

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Metal

Exceptional Primitive Hand-Carved White Marble Mortar, Early 20th Century
Exceptional Primitive Hand-Carved White Marble Mortar, Early 20th Century

Exceptional Primitive Hand-Carved White Marble Mortar, Early 20th Century

$508

Exceptional Primitive Hand-Carved White Marble Mortar, Early 20th Century

Located in BORGO, FR

Description A beautifully hand-carved white marble mortar distinguished by its sculptural silhouette and softly weathered surface. Featuring a gently tapered body with four subtly pr...

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Early 20th Century French Primitive Primitives

Materials

Marble

Pair French 19th Century French Rustic Cutting and Chopping Boards
Pair French 19th Century French Rustic Cutting and Chopping Boards

Pair French 19th Century French Rustic Cutting and Chopping Boards

$785 / set

Pair French 19th Century French Rustic Cutting and Chopping Boards

Located in Buisson, FR

Dating back to circa 1850-1880, this pair of rustic French cutting boards offers a beautiful contrast in tone and form. Each board is hand-hewn from a single solid piece of hardwood....

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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Primitives

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Wood

19th Century French Rustic Cutting Board with Unique Fan Handle
19th Century French Rustic Cutting Board with Unique Fan Handle

19th Century French Rustic Cutting Board with Unique Fan Handle

$1,412

19th Century French Rustic Cutting Board with Unique Fan Handle

Located in Buisson, FR

It features a short, heavy handle expertly carved into a geometric fan shape—a highly coveted folk art detail seldom seen on early European boards.

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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Primitives

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Rustic Oak Chopping Block with Handle
19th Century French Rustic Oak Chopping Block with Handle

19th Century French Rustic Oak Chopping Block with Handle

$785

19th Century French Rustic Oak Chopping Block with Handle

Located in Buisson, FR

Dating back to circa 1850-1880, this primitive French chopping block is hand-hewn from a single, exceptionally thick piece of solid oak. The piece features unique elongated proportio...

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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Primitives

Materials

Wood

French 19th Century, Wooden Chopping or Cutting Board
French 19th Century, Wooden Chopping or Cutting Board

French 19th Century, Wooden Chopping or Cutting Board

$412

French 19th Century, Wooden Chopping or Cutting Board

Located in Buisson, FR

Dating back to circa 1850-1880, this rustic French cutting board is crafted from a single solid piece of oak. The piece features a notable thickness of 4 cm (1.57 inches) and an eleg...

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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Primitives

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Yellow Glazed Terracotta Charger with Fish Motif
19th Century French Yellow Glazed Terracotta Charger with Fish Motif

19th Century French Yellow Glazed Terracotta Charger with Fish Motif

$892

19th Century French Yellow Glazed Terracotta Charger with Fish Motif

Located in Buisson, FR

This captivating earthenware charger is a rare and highly expressive example of mid-19th-century French provincial slipware, originating from Eastern France (Franche-Comté / Savoie r...

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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Primitives

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Terracotta

19th Century French Rustic Oak Cutting Board with Angular Shoulders
19th Century French Rustic Oak Cutting Board with Angular Shoulders

19th Century French Rustic Oak Cutting Board with Angular Shoulders

$412

19th Century French Rustic Oak Cutting Board with Angular Shoulders

Located in Buisson, FR

Dating back to circa 1850-1880, this rustic French cutting board is hand-hewn from a single solid piece of dense oak. The piece features a distinctive silhouette with clean, geometri...

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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Primitives

Materials

Wood

Collection of 4, 19th Century French Cutting and Chopping Boards
Collection of 4, 19th Century French Cutting and Chopping Boards

Collection of 4, 19th Century French Cutting and Chopping Boards

$1,440 / set

Collection of 4, 19th Century French Cutting and Chopping Boards

Located in Buisson, FR

Dating back to circa 1850-1880, this distinctive collection of four rustic French cutting boards showcases an exceptional variety of form and texture. Each board is individually hand...

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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Primitives

Materials

Wood

17th Century French Sandstone Mortar with Early Wooden Pestle
17th Century French Sandstone Mortar with Early Wooden Pestle

17th Century French Sandstone Mortar with Early Wooden Pestle

$1,355

17th Century French Sandstone Mortar with Early Wooden Pestle

Located in Buisson, FR

This robust, hand-carved sandstone mortar is a characterful expression of 17th-century French utilitarian craftsmanship (circa 1600–1700). The piece features four prominent, organica...

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Antique 17th Century French French Provincial Primitives

Materials

Sandstone

Set of Five Antique Advertising Containers, English & French, circa 1900
Set of Five Antique Advertising Containers, English & French, circa 1900

Set of Five Antique Advertising Containers, English & French, circa 1900

$1,155 / set

Set of Five Antique Advertising Containers, English & French, circa 1900

Located in Coral Gables, FL

Exceptional collection of five antique advertising containers, composed of four English pieces and one French mustard pot. The group brings together objects associated with food, hea...

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Early 20th Century European Victorian Primitives

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Primitive Folk Art Display Painted Step Stool Bench
Antique Primitive Folk Art Display Painted Step Stool Bench

Antique Primitive Folk Art Display Painted Step Stool Bench

$375

Antique Primitive Folk Art Display Painted Step Stool Bench

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

As found on a recent buying trip in Europe, this early 20th Century painted wooden stool or small bench features warm tones throughout and with wonderful aged patina. Fantastic and f...

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Early 20th Century European French Provincial Painted Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

Rare French 16th century primitive wool comb
Rare French 16th century primitive wool comb

Rare French 16th century primitive wool comb

$1,016

Rare French 16th century primitive wool comb

Located in Meulebeke, BE

Its tactile surface and sculptural form give it a timeless presence, bridging the worlds of folk art and primitive design. Perfect as a decorative artifact or collector’s piece, thi...

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Antique 16th Century French Rustic Tribal Art

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Metal

16/1700s Brass Mortar and Pestle, France, Primitive Antique, Patina
16/1700s Brass Mortar and Pestle, France, Primitive Antique, Patina

16/1700s Brass Mortar and Pestle, France, Primitive Antique, Patina

$800

16/1700s Brass Mortar and Pestle, France, Primitive Antique, Patina

Located in Skien, NO

Antique French Apothecary Mortar and Pestle, Hand Cast Brass / Bronze, 17th / 18th Century. This rare primitive mortar and pestle, handcrafted in France during the 17th or 18th cent...

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Antique 18th Century French Country Antiquities

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Large Primitive Bleached Walnut and Flint Grain Thresher
Large Primitive Bleached Walnut and Flint Grain Thresher

Large Primitive Bleached Walnut and Flint Grain Thresher

$4,600

Large Primitive Bleached Walnut and Flint Grain Thresher

Located in Chireno, TX

Large Primitive bleached walnut and flint grain thresher dating to the 19th century. Hand carved walnut embedded with sharpened flint stones. Originally used in an agricultural setti...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Primitive Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone, Iron

Antique French Table Top Painted Pie or Cheese Safe Cabinet in Pine Pantry
Antique French Table Top Painted Pie or Cheese Safe Cabinet in Pine Pantry

Antique French Table Top Painted Pie or Cheese Safe Cabinet in Pine Pantry

$1,875

Antique French Table Top Painted Pie or Cheese Safe Cabinet in Pine Pantry

Located in Atlanta, GA

This French Antique pie safe (also called a cheese safe or food cupboard) is a charming example of early rural farmhouse furniture, blending practical function with folk-art appeal.

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Early 20th Century French Primitive Painted Furniture

Materials

Brass, Steel Mesh

Primitive Early 20th Century Fiddle and Bow
Primitive Early 20th Century Fiddle and Bow

Primitive Early 20th Century Fiddle and Bow

$933

Primitive Early 20th Century Fiddle and Bow

Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex

Unusual home made primitive violin. good burnished patination. excellent attention to detail, Original Bow, with horsehair.. France, Circa 1900

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Early 20th Century French Outsider and Self Taught Art

Materials

Wood

19th Century Large Sculptural French Solid Wood Wine Press / Pedestal
19th Century Large Sculptural French Solid Wood Wine Press / Pedestal

19th Century Large Sculptural French Solid Wood Wine Press / Pedestal

$1,580

19th Century Large Sculptural French Solid Wood Wine Press / Pedestal

Located in Odense, DK

A robust and beautifully crafted French wine press, 19th century, made from solid wood. Originally used in vineyards for pressing grapes, this authentic piece of rural craftsmanship ...

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Antique 19th Century French Primitive Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Primitive Folk Art Shelving Cupboard, France, 19th Century
Primitive Folk Art Shelving Cupboard, France, 19th Century

Primitive Folk Art Shelving Cupboard, France, 19th Century

$5,250

Primitive Folk Art Shelving Cupboard, France, 19th Century

Located in Antwerp, BE

19th-century French cupboard, handcrafted from solid wood, featuring a slanted lid that opens to reveal a spacious storage compartment in the lower section, ideal for keeping items n...

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Antique 19th Century French Folk Art Cupboards

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Wood

Primitive Folk Art Bakery Rack, France, 19th Century
Primitive Folk Art Bakery Rack, France, 19th Century

Primitive Folk Art Bakery Rack, France, 19th Century

$11,200

Primitive Folk Art Bakery Rack, France, 19th Century

Located in Antwerp, BE

Rustic wooden folk art bread rack from 19th century France reminiscent of days gone by. This bakery rack features seven spacious shelves, making it not only a functional storage solu...

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Antique 19th Century French Rustic Shelves

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century Folk Art Primitive XL Straw Basket
Early 20th Century Folk Art Primitive XL Straw Basket

Early 20th Century Folk Art Primitive XL Straw Basket

$1,129Sale Price|20% Off

Early 20th Century Folk Art Primitive XL Straw Basket

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Early 20th Century Folk Art Primitive Straw Basket. Made in France.

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Early 20th Century French Folk Art Decorative Baskets

Materials

Straw

19th century primitive ladderback roped seat Folk Art farm chair
19th century primitive ladderback roped seat Folk Art farm chair

19th century primitive ladderback roped seat Folk Art farm chair

$225Sale Price|20% Off

19th century primitive ladderback roped seat Folk Art farm chair

Located in STRASBOURG, FR

French Folk Art ladderback homemade farm chair with crudely roped seat, primitive design of the late 19th century.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Folk Art Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

French Mid-Century Brutalist Tripod Stool – Hand-Carved Primitive Folk Art, 1950
French Mid-Century Brutalist Tripod Stool – Hand-Carved Primitive Folk Art, 1950

French Mid-Century Brutalist Tripod Stool – Hand-Carved Primitive Folk Art, 1950

$800

French Mid-Century Brutalist Tripod Stool – Hand-Carved Primitive Folk Art, 1950

Located in BRIGHTON, AU

A striking example of French mid-century brutalist design, this hand-carved tripod stool dates to the 1950s and embodies the raw, organic aesthetic of primitive folk art.

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Vintage 1950s Stools

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Wood

French Primitive Brutalist Oak Tripod Stool, France, 1950s
French Primitive Brutalist Oak Tripod Stool, France, 1950s

French Primitive Brutalist Oak Tripod Stool, France, 1950s

$770

French Primitive Brutalist Oak Tripod Stool, France, 1950s

Located in Almelo, NL

We consider the aged surface an important part of the stool's character and have intentionally preserved it. Origin: France Period: Circa 1950 Material: Solid oak Style: French Prim...

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Vintage 1950s French Primitive Stools

Materials

Oak

Primitive Travail Populaire Chest, France, 19th Century
Primitive Travail Populaire Chest, France, 19th Century

Primitive Travail Populaire Chest, France, 19th Century

$3,350

Primitive Travail Populaire Chest, France, 19th Century

Located in Antwerp, BE

19th century French chest that doubles as a versatile bench. Adorned with intricate detailing and boasting a rich historical allure, this chest serves as a stunning focal point in an...

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Antique 19th Century French Folk Art Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

Collection of European Pine Primitive Hay Forks. Great for an art installation.
Collection of European Pine Primitive Hay Forks. Great for an art installation.

Collection of European Pine Primitive Hay Forks. Great for an art installation.

$750 / item

Collection of European Pine Primitive Hay Forks. Great for an art installation.

Located in Buchanan, MI

Collection of European Pine Primitive Hay Forks, priced per item/hayfork. Great for large art installation.

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Antique Late 18th Century French Folk Art Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Pine

Primitive Early 20th Century French Shelf in Patinated Oak, Wabi Sabi, 1920s
Primitive Early 20th Century French Shelf in Patinated Oak, Wabi Sabi, 1920s

Primitive Early 20th Century French Shelf in Patinated Oak, Wabi Sabi, 1920s

$3,400

Primitive Early 20th Century French Shelf in Patinated Oak, Wabi Sabi, 1920s

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Odense, DK

This striking three-bay bookcase, crafted from solid oak, features a warm, rich patina that highlights the wood’s natural grain and age. Generous in scale and presence, its bold, arc...

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Early 20th Century French Folk Art Bookcases

Materials

Oak

19th Century Hand-Carved Wooden Agricultural Pitchfork, Folk Art
19th Century Hand-Carved Wooden Agricultural Pitchfork, Folk Art

19th Century Hand-Carved Wooden Agricultural Pitchfork, Folk Art

$1,440

19th Century Hand-Carved Wooden Agricultural Pitchfork, Folk Art

Located in Elkhart, IN

Now appreciated as a piece of vernacular folk art, the pitchfork would be especially handsome mounted on a wall in an English country house, French country kitchen, garden room, or t...

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Antique Late 19th Century American Country Garden Ornaments

Materials

Wood

Handcrafted Ladle with Antique Patina, France, 19th Century
Handcrafted Ladle with Antique Patina, France, 19th Century

Handcrafted Ladle with Antique Patina, France, 19th Century

$518

Handcrafted Ladle with Antique Patina, France, 19th Century

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Style : Rustic / French Country / Folk Art / Wabi-Sabi / Primitive Key Features : - France, 19th century - Antique handcrafted wooden ladle - Traditional French kitchen utensil - Ca...

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Antique 19th Century French Rustic Serving Pieces

Materials

Wood

Antique Quimper Porcelain Butter Pats Set with Caddy and Doilies
Antique Quimper Porcelain Butter Pats Set with Caddy and Doilies

Antique Quimper Porcelain Butter Pats Set with Caddy and Doilies

$1,240 / set

Antique Quimper Porcelain Butter Pats Set with Caddy and Doilies

Located in Coral Gables, FL

This collection would be particularly appealing to collectors of Quimper porcelain, French provincial antiques, primitive folk art, antique lace, and historic table accessories.

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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

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Flight of Three Primitive Shorebird Decoys

Flight of Three Primitive Shorebird Decoys

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H 12.5 in W 9.25 in D 2.5 in

Flight of Three Primitive Shorebird Decoys

Located in London, GB

Retaining original long beaks Solid carved cork with original painted surface.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Folk Art Decoys

Materials

Cork, Paint

Primitive French Earthenware Figure
Primitive French Earthenware Figure

Primitive French Earthenware Figure

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H 9.25 in W 3.75 in D 2.75 in

Primitive French Earthenware Figure

Located in London, GB

Of a Lady with bonnet and cape 'Art Populaire' glazed earthenware French, probably Savoie region, circa 1880 Measures: 9.25" high x 3.75" diameter An engaging and sculptural Pr...

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Antique 19th Century French Outsider and Self Taught Art

French Copper and Brass Rooster Weathervane on Stand, circa 1820
French Copper and Brass Rooster Weathervane on Stand, circa 1820

French Copper and Brass Rooster Weathervane on Stand, circa 1820

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H 16 in W 22.5 in D 4.5 in

French Copper and Brass Rooster Weathervane on Stand, circa 1820

Located in Lake Forest, IL

French Copper and Brass Chanticleer Weathervane now mounted on display stand. "Chanticleer" is French for Rooster. Rooster Weathervanes and have been featured prominently throughout ...

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Antique Early 19th Century French Primitive Weathervanes

Materials

Brass, Copper

Sculptural Primitive French Folk Art Elm Chair
Sculptural Primitive French Folk Art Elm Chair

Sculptural Primitive French Folk Art Elm Chair

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H 37.01 in W 23.23 in D 19.49 in

Sculptural Primitive French Folk Art Elm Chair

Located in London, GB

A primitive chair from the south west of France. Constructed from four thick cut slabs of elm. Dating to the turn of the century and likely unique.

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Antique Early 19th Century French Chairs

Materials

Elm

19th Century Folk Art Cleavers
19th Century Folk Art Cleavers

19th Century Folk Art Cleavers

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H 7 in W 12 in

19th Century Folk Art Cleavers

Located in Houston, TX

Hand-forged folk art knives resembling animals from the region where they were made. The handle represents the tail.

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Antique 19th Century French Folk Art Primitives

Materials

Steel, Brass

19th Century Folk Art Chair from the Alp Section of France, Chamonix
19th Century Folk Art Chair from the Alp Section of France, Chamonix

19th Century Folk Art Chair from the Alp Section of France, Chamonix

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H 41 in W 22 in D 16 in

19th Century Folk Art Chair from the Alp Section of France, Chamonix

Located in Houston, TX

Charming 19th C. folk Art chair. Fabulous character. Peg and dowel construction. Arms are a split wood branch. ( rounded on the top, flat underneath ) Seat is a thick piece of wood ...

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Antique 19th Century French Primitives

Materials

Wood

Early 19 Hundreds Trench Art
Early 19 Hundreds Trench Art

Early 19 Hundreds Trench Art

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H 4.73 in W 5.12 in D 9.06 in

Early 19 Hundreds Trench Art

Located in Søborg, DK

Early 19 hundreds Trench Art field cooker in the form of a car. Gorgeous wear and patina to the brass. Made with great skill and attention to detail. Presumably Second World War.

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Vintage 1940s French Folk Art Primitives

Materials

Brass

Antique Rustic French Twig Chair
Antique Rustic French Twig Chair

Antique Rustic French Twig Chair

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H 33.5 in W 22.75 in D 23.25 in

Antique Rustic French Twig Chair

Located in Chireno, TX

Antique rustic French twig chair: 19th century or early 20th century Tramp Art chair constructed by hand from branches and twigs by an unknown itinerant folk artist. Retains a beauti...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Folk Art Primitives

Materials

Twig, Wood

French Wooden Articulating Artist’s Model, circa 1900
French Wooden Articulating Artist’s Model, circa 1900

French Wooden Articulating Artist’s Model, circa 1900

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H 23 in W 8 in D 2.5 in

French Wooden Articulating Artist’s Model, circa 1900

Located in Surrey, BC

An unusual mid-sized, hand carved wooden artist’s model from France, circa 1900. The model is fully articulating so it can hold a variety of poses. Handmade models from this era in F...

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Antique Early 1900s French Folk Art Primitives

Materials

Wood

French 19th Century Toro Bell, Bull Bell
French 19th Century Toro Bell, Bull Bell

French 19th Century Toro Bell, Bull Bell

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H 32.5 in W 13.25 in D 8.5 in

French 19th Century Toro Bell, Bull Bell

Located in Round Top, TX

A wonderful later 19th century Toro Bell - Bull Bell from the southwest of France. Wonderfully crafted from patinated metal and a beautifully patina'd leather strap adorned with a ha...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Primitives

Carved Wood Sign in French
Carved Wood Sign in French

Carved Wood Sign in French

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H 17.5 in W 27.5 in D 1 in

Carved Wood Sign in French

Located in Tarrytown, NY

Great Folk Art piece from France. Carved from one piece of wood.

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Vintage 1930s European Primitives

Antique 19th Century French Cast Iron Coal Iron
Antique 19th Century French Cast Iron Coal Iron

Antique 19th Century French Cast Iron Coal Iron

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H 8.25 in W 8.25 in D 3.5 in

Antique 19th Century French Cast Iron Coal Iron

Located in New Orleans, LA

Iconic charm from the 19th Century. Once used in every French Provincial household, now it’s cherished for its simplicity and rustic beauty. Makes a beautiful and unique accent piece...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Rustic Primitives

Materials

Iron

18th and 19th Century Lock Pickers Skeleton Keys
18th and 19th Century Lock Pickers Skeleton Keys

18th and 19th Century Lock Pickers Skeleton Keys

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H 11.42 in W 7.09 in D 1.97 in

18th and 19th Century Lock Pickers Skeleton Keys

Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex

Bunch of large 18th and 19th century primitive lock pickers skeleton keys. Largest key is 20cm Dimensions: 18cm x 29cm x 5cm.

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Antique 18th Century French Primitives

Materials

Iron

Large Hand-Carved Dough Bowl with Handles
Large Hand-Carved Dough Bowl with Handles

Large Hand-Carved Dough Bowl with Handles

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H 14 in W 34 in D 26 in

Large Hand-Carved Dough Bowl with Handles

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Early 19th century hand-carved dough bowl or trencher with early old small old repairs. The condition is very good with a great old surface. Probably from France.

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Antique Early 19th Century French Adirondack Primitives

Materials

Wood

European Game Ball on Custom Pedestal
European Game Ball on Custom Pedestal

European Game Ball on Custom Pedestal

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H 13 in Dm 10.5 in

European Game Ball on Custom Pedestal

Located in Houston, TX

This Antique European Game ball on a custom pedestal would make a great accessory on its own or nestled in a styled bookshelf. The hardwood game ball has been reinforced with iron st...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Primitives

Materials

Metal

Antique Rustic Primitive 18th Century Chestnut Folk Art Chair
Antique Rustic Primitive 18th Century Chestnut Folk Art Chair

Antique Rustic Primitive 18th Century Chestnut Folk Art Chair

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H 40.5 in W 22 in D 15.75 in

Antique Rustic Primitive 18th Century Chestnut Folk Art Chair

Located in Houston, TX

18th century chestnut folk art chair with three legs, a 2.75" thick slab seat and double rounded carved top.

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Antique 18th Century French Antiquities

Materials

Chestnut

19th Century French Primitive Iron Rooster
19th Century French Primitive Iron Rooster

19th Century French Primitive Iron Rooster

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H 16.5 in W 15.75 in D 4 in

19th Century French Primitive Iron Rooster

Located in New York, NY

Mounted on a lucite plinth base. Incised "1819."

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Antique 19th Century French Folk Art Weathervanes

Primitive Toy Dog
Primitive Toy Dog

Primitive Toy Dog

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H 16 in W 21 in D 6 in

Primitive Toy Dog

Located in Culver City, CA

Primitive stuffed toy dog

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Antique 19th Century French Toys

A Primitive Ceramic Mask by Accolay Pottery France 1960s
A Primitive Ceramic Mask by Accolay Pottery France 1960s

A Primitive Ceramic Mask by Accolay Pottery France 1960s

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H 15.16 in W 6.3 in D 5.71 in

A Primitive Ceramic Mask by Accolay Pottery France 1960s

By Accolay Pottery

Located in HYÈRES, FR

An important wall mask by Accolay Pottery. France 1960s Signed under With nice colors

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Vintage 1960s French Masks

Materials

Ceramic

A Primitive Ceramic Mask by Fernand Elchinger France 1960's
A Primitive Ceramic Mask by Fernand Elchinger France 1960's

A Primitive Ceramic Mask by Fernand Elchinger France 1960's

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H 8.47 in W 4.34 in D 3.55 in

A Primitive Ceramic Mask by Fernand Elchinger France 1960's

By Elchinger

Located in HYÈRES, FR

A Primitive Ceramic Mask by Fernand Elchinger France 1960's. Rare piece. Nice colours and beautiful expression Can be base-mounted or wall-mounted Unsigned. To report : two slig...

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Vintage 1960s French Masks

Materials

Ceramic

Life Sized Concrete Folk Art Deer
Life Sized Concrete Folk Art Deer

Life Sized Concrete Folk Art Deer

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H 69 in W 58 in

Life Sized Concrete Folk Art Deer

Located in Culver City, CA

Concrete sculpture with original paint and seashell eyes.

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Antique Early 1900s French Primitive Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Concrete

French Primitive Carpenter’s Workbench in Solid Beech, Early 20th Century
French Primitive Carpenter’s Workbench in Solid Beech, Early 20th Century

French Primitive Carpenter’s Workbench in Solid Beech, Early 20th Century

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H 34.1 in W 98.8 in D 16.9 in

French Primitive Carpenter’s Workbench in Solid Beech, Early 20th Century

Located in SAINT-CLÉMENT-DE-LA-PLACE, FR

This authentic French carpenter’s workbench, crafted from solid beech in the early 20th century, is a striking testament to traditional woodworking heritage. Measuring an impressive ...

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Vintage 1910s French Arts and Crafts Antiquities

Materials

Beech

A Primitive Ceramic Mask by Les Potiers D'Accolay France 1970's
A Primitive Ceramic Mask by Les Potiers D'Accolay France 1970's

A Primitive Ceramic Mask by Les Potiers D'Accolay France 1970's

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H 6.7 in W 6.11 in D 2.96 in

A Primitive Ceramic Mask by Les Potiers D'Accolay France 1970's

By Accolay Pottery

Located in HYÈRES, FR

A Primitive Ceramic Mask by Les Potiers D'Accolay France 1970's Wall Ceramic Mask or or can be displayed on a pedestal. Nice colors. Signed " Accolay " in the back. In good condi...

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Vintage 1970s French Masks

Materials

Ceramic

A Primitive Ceramic Mask by Les Potiers D'Accolay France 1970's
A Primitive Ceramic Mask by Les Potiers D'Accolay France 1970's

A Primitive Ceramic Mask by Les Potiers D'Accolay France 1970's

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H 9.06 in W 4.73 in D 2.56 in

A Primitive Ceramic Mask by Les Potiers D'Accolay France 1970's

By Accolay Pottery

Located in HYÈRES, FR

A Primitive Ceramic Mask by Les Potiers D'Accolay France 1970's Wall Ceramic Mask or or can be displayed on a pedestal. Nice colors. Signed " Accolay " in the back. ( Difficult to...

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Vintage 1970s French Masks

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Ceramic

Set of 9 Primitive Juggling Pins

Set of 9 Primitive Juggling Pins

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Set of 9 Primitive Juggling Pins

Located in Culver City, CA

Set of 9 wood primitive juggling pins, simple form, original worn surface.

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Early 20th Century French Toys

Materials

Wood

Pair of Primitive Working Shorebird Decoys
Pair of Primitive Working Shorebird Decoys

Pair of Primitive Working Shorebird Decoys

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H 8.27 in W 7.88 in D 2.76 in

Pair of Primitive Working Shorebird Decoys

Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex

Pair of primitive working shorebird decoys, both with iron bills or beaks, carved painted wood. As expected wear and paint loss. Baie de Somme France Circa 1950.

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Mid-20th Century French Decoys

Materials

Wood

Primitive Horse from Children's Rocking Toy
Primitive Horse from Children's Rocking Toy

Primitive Horse from Children's Rocking Toy

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H 21 in W 22 in D 6 in

Primitive Horse from Children's Rocking Toy

Located in Culver City, CA

Primitive Horse from children's rocking toys, hand carved face, wood, burlap, paper glass eyes.

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Antique 19th Century French Toys

Materials

Wood, Glass

Primitive Horse from Children's Rocking Toy
Primitive Horse from Children's Rocking Toy

Primitive Horse from Children's Rocking Toy

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H 24 in W 24 in D 8 in

Primitive Horse from Children's Rocking Toy

Located in Culver City, CA

Primitive Horse from children's rocking toys, hand carved face, wood, burlap, paper glass eyes.

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Antique 19th Century French Toys

Materials

Wood, Burlap, Glass

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Primitive French Folk Art For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of primitive French folk art on 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and iron. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right piece of primitive French folk art, those designed in folk art, Art Deco and industrial styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made item from our selection of primitive French folk art over the years, but those crafted by Charles Dudouyt, Accolay Pottery and Emile Bernard are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Primitive French Folk Art?

The average selling price for a piece of primitive French folk art at 1stDibs is $1,493, while they’re typically $105 on the low end and $43,750 for the highest priced.

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