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Nautical Folk Art Ship Diorama in Tramp Art Frame
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Nautical Folk Art Ship Diorama in Tramp Art Frame
Antique ship diorama with full rigged square sails. A waterline model sailing in painted putty ...
Category
20th Century Folk Art Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Antique Hanging Image of the Virgin Vladimir – Religious Artwork - 2Y274
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This beautiful antique hanging image of the Virgin Vladimir is a stunning piece of religious art, perfect for collectors and those looking to add a touch of spirituality to their dec...
Category
20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood
19th Century Hand Written Persian Book
Located in London, GB
19th century oil on board of a Blacksmith
Of rectangular form, the papier Mache and ebonised cover is finely painted, covered in flowers and a circular motif to the central section...
Category
1850s Folk Art Antique Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Paper
Vintage Vallauris Ceramic Plate with "Weaver" Bas-Relief - 2Y296
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This unique ceramic plate from Vallauris showcases a detailed bas-relief of a weaver, capturing the essence of fine craftsmanship and artistic tradition. A perfect addition for colle...
Category
20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Victorian Rocking Horse Glider Childs Toy Carved Wood White Red Painted
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Rocking Horse Glider Childs Toy Carved Wood White and Red Painted. Circa Late 19th Century. Measurements: 29" H x 35" W x 13" D.
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Vintage Pair of "Vrai Sabot Breton" Wooden Clogs with Anatomical Sole - 2Y247
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This vintage pair of "Vrai Sabot Breton" clogs, featuring an anatomical sole and genuine leather upper, represents classic Breton craftsmanship. These traditional wooden clogs are de...
Category
20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Leather, Wood
Large Tooled Leather Sculpture of a Giraffe
By Abercrombie & Fitch
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Abercrombie & Fitch Style Tooled leather sculpture of Giraffe.
Category
20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Leather
Antique Folk Art Ornately Carved Wooden Picture Frame with Birds & Flowers
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This ornately hand-carved picture frame is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from Eastern Europe, and date to approximately 1920 and done in a Folk Art style. The frame is co...
Category
Early 20th Century Folk Art Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Softwood
Signed Andre Vignoles Framed Landscape Farm Painting
By André Vignoles
Located in Locust Valley, NY
This signed André Vignoles framed landscape farm painting, is depicting a vibrant countryside scene with rich yellow fields, greenery, and distant farmho...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Provincial Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Paper
Antique Art Nouveau L.C Tilt Coffee Pot with Pierced Design - 2Y286
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This antique Art Nouveau tilt coffee pot, crafted by L.C, is a stunning example of early 20th-century metalwork. Its pierced (ajouré) design embodies the elegant, flowing lines chara...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Metal
Robert David Gauley Framed Landscape Painting
Located in Locust Valley, NY
Robert David Gauley’s framed landscape painting beautifully captures a serene countryside with a flowing stream and vibrant greenery. The oil on canvas showcases Gauley’s skillful br...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Provincial Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Paper
Antique Gothic Carved Limestone Model of a Madonna or Venus
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique limestone carving.
Modeled as a Madonna.
With her head slightly tilted, holding an orb in one hand, and with her other hand resting on her breast.
By repute ...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Gothic Antique Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Limestone
A rare reproduction of the Coca Cola umbrella girls in a rustic red frame
Located in Houston, TX
A rare reproduction of the Coca Cola umbrella girls in a rustic red frame. Festoon art is originally designed in 1918. Frame has some wear but overall in good condition.
27” H x 33...
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Antique Ship Vessel Handle Wheel
Located in Greenwich, CT
Antique ship vessel handle wheel.
Category
Early 1900s Other Antique Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Vintage Indian or Oriental Brass Tray with Swastika Motif - 2Y269
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This vintage brass tray, featuring an intricate Swastika motif, reflects traditional Indian or Oriental design. The tray is in good overall conditi...
Category
20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Brass
Framed ICS Numeral Pennant 2
Located in Norwell, MA
International code of signals pennant, number 2. Triangular blue stitched linen panel with white circle in centre. Matted and framed. Measures: Approximately 20" x 33.5".
Category
20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Antique Hand-Painted Wooden Carousel Horse with Saddle - Multicolored
Located in Mortsel, BE
This antique hand-painted wooden carousel horse is a beautiful piece of fairground history, expertly crafted with attention to detail. The multicolored design features a classic sadd...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Metal
Vintage Mechanical Japy Alarm Clock - Blue - 2Y258
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This vintage mechanical Japy alarm clock in blue is in fairly good condition. There are some oxidation marks present, and the plastic on the clock face is scratched with a few small ...
Category
20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Metal
Vintage Native American Style Pottery Cat
Located in Charleston, SC
Acoma Pueblo Ceramic Cat Figurine - Native American Art - Hand Painted in geometric turquoise and black and terracotta.
Category
1980s Folk Art Vintage Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Pre-Columbian Moche Erotic Vessel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This pre-columbian moche erotic vessel depicts two figures engaged in a sexual act, specifically the missionary position. It is a significant artifact showcasing the cultural and art...
Category
19th Century Pre-Columbian Antique Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Pottery
Vintage Elite 3 Optima Retro Metallic Green Portable Manual Typewriter in Case
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Elite 3 Optima Retro Metallic Green Portable Manual Typewriter in Case. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: Case, 7.5" H x 14" W x 14" D.
Category
Mid-20th Century Other Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Steel
Vintage Ethnic Embroidered Baby Jacket from Nepal Pink Green Red
Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland
An exquisite vintage piece of child’s clothing from the country Nepal. A stunning ethnic jacket with a mixture of cloths, colored threads, hand stitching...
Category
20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Cotton
Lion Carved Wooden Carousel Figure: Antique
Located in Mortsel, BE
Behold this majestic antique carousel figure featuring a regal lion. Meticulously hand-carved from wood, this vintage piece exudes timeless charm. A p...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Vintage U.S. WWII Era Boeing PT-17 Stearman Wood Propeller
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage U.S. WWII Era Boeing PT-17 Stearman Wood Propeller
Decorate your living room, restaurant, hotel or lounge space with this exquisite memorabilia. This wooden propeller is fro...
Category
Early 20th Century American Craftsman Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Vintage Yellow & Black Painted Steel 'FRESH OIL' Traffic or Street Sign
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage traffic or street sign.
With text that reads: FRESH OIL.
In reflective yellow paint.
Simply a great vintage sign!
Date:
Mi...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Steel
1986 Franklin Mint Parian Tranquil Waters Wall Art Birds by George McMonigle
By Franklin MInt
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage 1986 Franklin Mint Parian Tranquil Waters Wall Art Birds by George McMonigle. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 25" H x 9.5" W x 1.5" D.
Category
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Porcelain, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Folk Art Sterling Silver and Brass on Wood Mirror
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Mid-Century Modern artists created this enameled on brass and sterling silver zodiac symbols. This is a one of a kind mirror as well. The frame is a heavy wood base.
Category
Mid-20th Century Arts and Crafts Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Bronze, Silver
Antique Book: "Les Voyages Involontaires" by Lucien Biart - 2Y257
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This antique book, Les Voyages Involontaires by Lucien Biart, is in good condition, sold in its original state. The cover shows slight wear and minor tears, while the pages have yell...
Category
20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Paper
The Riace Warriors, A Fine Pair of Cold-Cast Copper and Resin Replica Figures
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Riace Warriors, a fine pair of cold cast copper and resin figures of the Riace Warriors, reduced replicas of the original bronze sculptures currentl...
Category
Late 20th Century Classical Greek Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Copper
20thc Wooden Windmill Garden Ornament
Located in Los Angeles, CA
20thc wooden windmill. hand made great honest weathered exterior.
Great used condition.
Category
1930s Adirondack Vintage Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood
1800s Skeleton Key Locksmith Trade Sign
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is one of the best locksmith trade signs we have offered. It’s early and all handmade in iron with original paint. It's very well done and a wonderful piece of Folk Art.
Category
Late 19th Century Folk Art Antique Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Iron
Vintage Double-Sided Electric Fence Sign, Embossed Metal - 2Y282
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Add a unique piece of industrial history to your collection with this vintage double-sided electric fence sign. Featuring embossed lettering, this sign was used to warn about electri...
Category
20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Metal
Fox and Antler Bone Frame
Located in San Francisco, CA
Handmade mirror from wood and antlers - likely European.
Category
Late 20th Century Folk Art Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Antler, Wood
Rare Cabin Decor Antler Humidor, circa 1890-1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Rare Cabin Decor Antler Humidor, circa 1890-1900
An antique turned wooden box with lid, venered with several fine antler slices from the deer and decorated with tips of roe deer antlers. (woodcrack at the lid - see pictures). On top of the lid with hollow turned antler box for matches...
Category
Late 19th Century Black Forest Antique Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Antler
19th-century Russian Icon Depicting the Nativity of the Virgin Mary
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th-century Russian icon depicting the Nativity of the Virgin Mary. This finely detailed piece captures the serene and sacred moment of Mary's birth, rendered with rich colors and t...
Category
19th Century Antique Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Whimsical Carving of a Dwarf with Snuffbox, 19th Century
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Whimsical Carving of a Dwarf with Snuffbox, 19th Century
A 19th century funny carved and painted dwarf with snuffbox. Unrestored original condition, old wormholes, partly paintloss ...
Category
Mid-19th Century Black Forest Antique Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Vintage German Country Gentlemen Woman and Dog Italian Framed Painting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage German Country Gentlemen Woman and Dog Italian Framed Painting. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 17" H x 14" W x 1" D.
Category
Mid-20th Century Other Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
Antique Painted Primitive Covered & Finger Staved Sugar Pail, Bucket or Firkin
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This folk art finger staved covered sugar bucket or firkin shows no indication of a specific maker, or country of origin. We presume this covered bucket...
Category
Early 20th Century Primitive Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Brass
Early 20th Century Folk Art Zinc Barbers Pole Trade Sign
Located in London, GB
Early 20th century folk art zinc barbers pole trade sign.
An early 20th century hand crafted zinc barbers pole trade sign. Hand painted and of naïve construction. Lots of characte...
Category
Early 20th Century Folk Art Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Zinc
Contemporary Acrylic on Paper Multi-Color Painting, Signed KALM
Located in Miami, FL
Contemporary art piece using spray paint and acrylic dots on paper. Signed KALM.
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Paper
Fine Hardwood Drum
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An authentic Tribal drum in all original condition. The Hardwood body of the Drum features fine Graining and has substantial weight. The very tight constru...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tribal Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Tribal Plank Art
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Unique tribal plank art with metal base. The piece features a 5.5' tall wooden plank with a colored ornate fish design. Great conversation piece for any space.
Category
20th Century Tribal Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Metal
Antique 20th Century Wooden Two-Wheeled Cart - 2Y255
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This antique wooden two-wheeled cart from the 20th century is in good condition for its age. The cart will be shipped disassembled, but it is eas...
Category
20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Large Early 20th C Intricately Hand Carved Walnut Panel
Located in Troy, MI
Found in the US. Unknown origin. Circa 1910 large hand carved and framed walnut panel. Very intricately rendered work featuring leaves, vines and flowers. This is heavy piece and is...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Walnut
Antique Vide Poche, France, 1920s, Snake Bite
Located in Greven, DE
Exceptional vide-poche with a snake as a holder.
Can be wonderfully used for storing small objects on the desk or as a jewelry tray.
Category
20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Brass
Large Indian Papier Mache Ceremonial Dhal Shield
Located in New York, NY
A large Indian papier mache ceremonial Dhal shield. The round, slightly curved Dhal shield with four metal bosses is richly decorated with a rhythmic, hand painted pattern in red and...
Category
19th Century Antique Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Paper
Early 20th Century Large Tribal Shield
Located in Sheffield, MA
Highly decorative and impressive shields from the buttress-like roots and/or trunks of mangrove trees. The soft mangrove wood is well suited to be proces...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Alfonso Caliendo Abstract "3 Women" Large Oil on Canvas Mid Century Modern Art
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Alfonso Caliendo Abstract "3 Women" Large Oil on Canvas Mid Century Modern Art. Signed to lower left corner and rear. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 49.5" H x 49.5" W x 1.5" D.
Category
Late 20th Century Other Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Canvas
Mid-19th Century Folk Art Horn Carved Nun Figure
Located in London, GB
Mid-19th Century Folk Art Horn Carved Nun Figure
A rare and unusual example of a mid-19th Century hand carved folk art figure of a Nun. Made from the t...
Category
1880s Folk Art Antique Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Horn
Vintage Concrete Seagull Sculpture
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Concrete Seagull Sculpture
Category
Early 20th Century Folk Art Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Concrete
Antique French Carved Wood Hand Painted Carousel Horse
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique French Carved Wood Hand Painted Carousel Horse Statue
This antique French carved wood hand-painted carousel horse statue embodies the charm and artistry of classic carousel...
Category
Early 20th Century Late Victorian Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Vintage Carved African/Jamaican Bob Marley Style Rasta Live Edge Wall Sculpture
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Carved African/Jamaican Bob Marley Style Rasta Live Edge Wall Sculpture
This vintage carved wall sculpture embodies the essence of African and Jamaican artistry, featuring ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Folk Art Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood
19th Century Wrought Iron and Brass Firedog Andirons
Located in Savannah, GA
Rare small size pair of wrought iron Christmas tree shaped firedog andirons with decorative brass finials.
See measurements below.
Category
1820s Folk Art Antique Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
Earthenware, Ceramic Bowl with Floral Decor, 18th Century
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Antique 18th century ceramic bowl. Tin-glazed ceramics with slip painting in red, green and black. A special decor, adorned with floral details and two mythical birds. The decoration is reminiscent of Islamic ceramics...
Category
18th Century Rustic Antique Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Ceramic
Rustic Decor Antique Wooden Humidor
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Rustic Decor Antique Wooden Humidor
A very large highly decorative rustic wooden humidor turned out from a solid thunk, tin inset. Executed, ci...
Category
Mid-20th Century Black Forest Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood
19th century Louis Philippe Period Giltwood framed Print, after Winterhalter
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An elegant and high quality Continental 19th century Louis Philippe Period Giltwood framed Print, after Winterhalter. This stunning signed and dated 1859 print depicts an episode fro...
Category
19th Century Louis Philippe Antique Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Paint, Giltwood
Antique Wall Crucifix in Wood and Regule – Esoteric Religious Art - 2Y271
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Discover this exquisite antique wall crucifix crafted from wood and regule, embodying elements of esoteric religion. This unique piece is a striking addition to any collection of rel...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Metal
Large Vintage Traditional Wooden Bongo Drum Hand Painted Boho Tribal Art
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
A superb vintage Bongo Drum, lovely decorative piece with beautiful wood construction and hand-painted with a vibrant tribal colourway. Lovely wear and colour to the wood.
In Excel...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tribal Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood
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