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Art Deco Picture Frame in bevelded Mirror France Circa 1935 Green Color
Art Deco Picture Frame in bevelded Mirror France Circa 1935 Green Color

Art Deco Picture Frame in bevelded Mirror France Circa 1935 Green Color

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

This whimsical and sophisticated picture Art Deco Machine Age frame was realized in France, circa 1935.It is done in a Beveled Green Glassa.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Picture Frames

Materials

Mirror

Murano Art Glass Fish Sculpture Aquarium Gold Nautical Mid Century Figurine Sea
Murano Art Glass Fish Sculpture Aquarium Gold Nautical Mid Century Figurine Sea

Murano Art Glass Fish Sculpture Aquarium Gold Nautical Mid Century Figurine Sea

Located in Palm Beach, FL

A fine and whimsical Murano art glass fish or dolphin sculpture made of clear and colored glass with an aquarium in the center of the fish's belly contaning two goldfish surrounded b...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Gold, Gold Plate, Gold Leaf

Solveig Cox Bud Weed Vase, American Studio Art Pottery 1960s
Solveig Cox Bud Weed Vase, American Studio Art Pottery 1960s

Solveig Cox Bud Weed Vase, American Studio Art Pottery 1960s

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

The rounded body with wide shoulder retains the characteristic ridges, emphasizing the handmade nature of the vase; the charming, whimsical couple references Folk Art pieces, as well...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Art Deco Bronze & Iron Sculptures of Seated Flappers by Ferdinando De Luca
Art Deco Bronze & Iron Sculptures of Seated Flappers by Ferdinando De Luca

Art Deco Bronze & Iron Sculptures of Seated Flappers by Ferdinando De Luca

By Ferdinando de Luca

Located in New York, NY

This whimsical pair of Art Deco Bronze and Iron Sculptures of Seated Women by Ferdinando De Luca originate from Italy during the dawn of the 20th Century.

Category

Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Richard Anderson Wizard of Oz Pop Art Lithograph
Richard Anderson Wizard of Oz Pop Art Lithograph

Richard Anderson Wizard of Oz Pop Art Lithograph

By Robert Anderson

Located in Woodbury, CT

A whimsical pop art lithograph by Robert Anderson, depicting characters from The Wizard of Oz alongside a modern figure.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Prints

Materials

Paper

Vintage 1960s Mexican Folk Art Papier-Mâché Sun Wall Sculpture
Vintage 1960s Mexican Folk Art Papier-Mâché Sun Wall Sculpture

Vintage 1960s Mexican Folk Art Papier-Mâché Sun Wall Sculpture

Located in Delray Beach, FL

The expressive face and scrolling rays give the piece a whimsical Mexican folk art character. Expertly crafted with wonderful texture and patina throughout.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Paper composite

Rug & Kilim’s Chinese Art Deco Style Rug in Gold with Floral Patterns
Rug & Kilim’s Chinese Art Deco Style Rug in Gold with Floral Patterns

Rug & Kilim’s Chinese Art Deco Style Rug in Gold with Floral Patterns

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

On the Design: A Beige border and gold field underscores floral patterns and vase pictorials in light blue, black, and cream white tones—a fabulous use of the unexpected, whimsical...

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Art Deco Picture Frame Back bakelite and bevelded Mirror, France Circa 1935
Art Deco Picture Frame Back bakelite and bevelded Mirror, France Circa 1935

Art Deco Picture Frame Back bakelite and bevelded Mirror, France Circa 1935

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

This whimsical and sophisticated picture Art Deco Machine Age frame was realized in France, circa 1935.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Picture Frames

Materials

Metal

Italian Art Glass Dog-Form Liquor Decanter, Mid-20th Century
Italian Art Glass Dog-Form Liquor Decanter, Mid-20th Century

Italian Art Glass Dog-Form Liquor Decanter, Mid-20th Century

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Whimsical Italian art glass liquor decanter in the form of an upright dog, hand-blown in the mid-20th century.

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Blown Glass

Rug & Kilim’s Chinese Art Deco Style Rug in Pink with Colorful Floral Patterns
Rug & Kilim’s Chinese Art Deco Style Rug in Pink with Colorful Floral Patterns

Rug & Kilim’s Chinese Art Deco Style Rug in Pink with Colorful Floral Patterns

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

On the Design: A chartreuse green border and light pink field underscores floral patterns in blue, green, red and cream tones—a fabulous use of the unexpected, whimsical hues that ...

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Chinese Art Deco Style Rug, Pink and Green with Floral Patterns
Rug & Kilim’s Chinese Art Deco Style Rug, Pink and Green with Floral Patterns

Rug & Kilim’s Chinese Art Deco Style Rug, Pink and Green with Floral Patterns

By Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

On the Design: A green border and light pink field underscores floral patterns in blue, green, red, and gold tones—a fabulous use of the unexpected, whimsical hues that distinguish...

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Art Deco Gio Ponti Style Brass Wood Shield Wall Mirror Italy 1940 Similar Buffa
Art Deco Gio Ponti Style Brass Wood Shield Wall Mirror Italy 1940 Similar Buffa

Art Deco Gio Ponti Style Brass Wood Shield Wall Mirror Italy 1940 Similar Buffa

By Paolo Buffa, (After) Gio Ponti

Located in Miami, FL

Art Deco 1940s whimsical Brass Shield Mirror in the Style of Gio Ponti and similar to Paolo Buffa.

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Gio Ponti Style Brass Wood Shield Wall Mirror Italy Attributed To Buffa
Art Deco Gio Ponti Style Brass Wood Shield Wall Mirror Italy Attributed To Buffa

Art Deco Gio Ponti Style Brass Wood Shield Wall Mirror Italy Attributed To Buffa

By Paolo Buffa, (After) Gio Ponti

Located in Miami, FL

Art Deco 1940s whimsical Brass Shield Mirror in the Style of Gio Ponti and attributed to Paolo Buffa.

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Gio Ponti Style Brass Wood Heart Wall Mirror Italy 1950 Similar Buffa
Art Deco Gio Ponti Style Brass Wood Heart Wall Mirror Italy 1950 Similar Buffa

Art Deco Gio Ponti Style Brass Wood Heart Wall Mirror Italy 1950 Similar Buffa

By Paolo Buffa, (After) Gio Ponti

Located in Miami, FL

Art Deco 1950s whimsical Brass Heart Mirror in the Style of Gio Ponti and similar to Paolo Buffa.

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Folk Art Tree of Life Runner, Blue, Green, and Red Wool, 2'8" x 9'9"
Folk Art Tree of Life Runner, Blue, Green, and Red Wool, 2'8" x 9'9"

Folk Art Tree of Life Runner, Blue, Green, and Red Wool, 2'8" x 9'9"

By Bahram Shabahang, Orley Shabahang

Located in New York, NY

Features: Features: - Hand-knotted wool runner - Persian-style rug - Persian weaving techniques - Tree of Life design - Folk art–inspired pattern - Whimsical botanical motifs - Geome...

Category

2010s Indian Folk Art Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

1950 Rectangle Art Deco Gio Ponti Style Brass Wood Decor Wall Mirror Italy Buffa
1950 Rectangle Art Deco Gio Ponti Style Brass Wood Decor Wall Mirror Italy Buffa

1950 Rectangle Art Deco Gio Ponti Style Brass Wood Decor Wall Mirror Italy Buffa

By Paolo Buffa, (After) Gio Ponti, Ico Parisi

Located in Miami, FL

Art Deco 1950s whimsical dotted Brass Decoration Mirror with round edges in the Style of Gio Ponti and attributed to Paolo Buffa.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Art Deco Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Bruce Houston Miniature Folk Art Man Chained by Parrot
Bruce Houston Miniature Folk Art Man Chained by Parrot

Bruce Houston Miniature Folk Art Man Chained by Parrot

By Bruce Houston

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A wonderful whimsical work of art we have had for a number of years.

Category

1990s American Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Acrylic, Lucite

Vintage Surrealist Folk Art Portrait of Young Man with Kite, Mexican Vintage
Vintage Surrealist Folk Art Portrait of Young Man with Kite, Mexican Vintage

Vintage Surrealist Folk Art Portrait of Young Man with Kite, Mexican Vintage

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A distinctive addition to a collection of vintage surrealist paintings, outsider art, naïve art, whimsical portraits, or 20th-century figurative works.

Category

Vintage 1960s Mexican Modern Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Wood

Vintage Haitian Folk Art Jungle Painting by Monestime Astrel, Late 20th Century
Vintage Haitian Folk Art Jungle Painting by Monestime Astrel, Late 20th Century

Vintage Haitian Folk Art Jungle Painting by Monestime Astrel, Late 20th Century

Located in Delray Beach, FL

A wonderfully whimsical vintage Haitian folk art painting by Monestime Astrel, depicting a fantastical jungle alive with exotic animals and lush tropical vegetation.

Category

Late 20th Century Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Vintage Set of 6 Hand-Carved Wooden Figures by ANRI, Italian Folk Art
Vintage Set of 6 Hand-Carved Wooden Figures by ANRI, Italian Folk Art

Vintage Set of 6 Hand-Carved Wooden Figures by ANRI, Italian Folk Art

By ANRI

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Measuring approximately 2.25 to 3.38 inches in height, this lovely collection is perfect for displaying on a bookshelf, desk, mantel, or within a collection of vintage folk art and c...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Black Forest Barware

Materials

Wood

Rare Exceptional Hand-Painted Nursery Rhyme “Scarborough Fair” Folk Art Quilt
Rare Exceptional Hand-Painted Nursery Rhyme “Scarborough Fair” Folk Art Quilt

Rare Exceptional Hand-Painted Nursery Rhyme “Scarborough Fair” Folk Art Quilt

Located in Amsterdam, NY

Details Date: Dated 1913 (border and backing fabric is much newer, dating to 1950s-1960s) Origin: Northeastern United States; acquired from a collector in New York’s Hudson Valley Di...

Category

20th Century American Quilts and Blankets

Materials

Cotton, Paint

Folk Art Painted Face Suitcase by Artist Ira Yeager
Folk Art Painted Face Suitcase by Artist Ira Yeager

Folk Art Painted Face Suitcase by Artist Ira Yeager

By Ira Yeager

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Whimsical folk art painted suitcase or valise featuring a striped canvas covered exterior with a painted face by artist Ira Yeager (American 1938-2022).

Category

20th Century American Rustic Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal

Don Ellefson 28" Tall POP ART Articulated Wood "Robot" Sculpture, Circa 1980
Don Ellefson 28" Tall POP ART Articulated Wood "Robot" Sculpture, Circa 1980

Don Ellefson 28" Tall POP ART Articulated Wood "Robot" Sculpture, Circa 1980

Located in St. Louis, MO

Whether styled as a whimsical pop art statement, a conversational folk art piece, or an organic modernist accent, this Don Ellefson sculpture brings immediate warmth, rich texture, a...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Studio Made Golf Club Floor Lamp, Metal, Pop Art Style, USA, 2000s
Studio Made Golf Club Floor Lamp, Metal, Pop Art Style, USA, 2000s

Studio Made Golf Club Floor Lamp, Metal, Pop Art Style, USA, 2000s

By Ettore Sottsass

Located in Chattanooga, TN

For collectors and design lovers who prize originality, sculptural lighting, or whimsical Pop-Art hybrids, this floor lamp is rare and memorable.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Hardwood, Paint

Contemporary Folk Art Ceramic Pitcher with Sculptural Red Lobster Handle
Contemporary Folk Art Ceramic Pitcher with Sculptural Red Lobster Handle

Contemporary Folk Art Ceramic Pitcher with Sculptural Red Lobster Handle

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Signed 1997 Contemporary Folk Art Ceramic Pitcher with Sculptural Red Lobster Handle A distinctive and whimsical handmade folk art ceramic pitcher featuring an imaginative underwate...

Category

Late 20th Century Pitchers

Materials

Pottery

1960s Charm of Hollywood Folk Art Crop Top California Novelty Print Blouse Shirt
1960s Charm of Hollywood Folk Art Crop Top California Novelty Print Blouse Shirt

1960s Charm of Hollywood Folk Art Crop Top California Novelty Print Blouse Shirt

Located in San Diego, CA

Dating to circa 1969, it features a whimsical folk art novelty print with hearts, birds, florals, and geometric motifs, beautifully accented by black grosgrain trim and dramatic tier...

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1960s American Crop Tops

Le Chat Botté: Kay Nielsen's Lavish Art Deco Fairy Tale Illustration, 1913
Le Chat Botté: Kay Nielsen's Lavish Art Deco Fairy Tale Illustration, 1913

Le Chat Botté: Kay Nielsen's Lavish Art Deco Fairy Tale Illustration, 1913

Located in Langweer, NL

Nielsen’s interpretation of the classic fairy tale Puss in Boots is a masterpiece of early 20th-century illustration, capturing the luxurious and whimsical essence of the Art Deco mo...

Category

Vintage 1910s Prints

Materials

Paper

1991 Mugosa Naïve Art Triptych - Original Oil on Canvas Paintings ( set of 3 )
1991 Mugosa Naïve Art Triptych - Original Oil on Canvas Paintings ( set of 3 )

1991 Mugosa Naïve Art Triptych - Original Oil on Canvas Paintings ( set of 3 )

Located in Manzano, IT

1991 Mugosa Naïve Art Triptych – Original Oil on Canvas Paintings set of 3 Discover the whimsical charm of naïve art with this captivating triptych by the artist Mugosa, painted in ...

Category

1990s Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Fir

Pig-Head-Shaped Pitcher, France, 20th Century
Pig-Head-Shaped Pitcher, France, 20th Century

Pig-Head-Shaped Pitcher, France, 20th Century

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Style : French Country / Folk Art / Vintage / Whimsical Key Features : - France, 20th century - Glazed ceramic - Warm terracotta-brown finish - Pig-head-inspired design - Sculpted e...

Category

20th Century French Folk Art Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Watercolor Painting of Nuns on Bicycles with Windmill – Framed.
Vintage Watercolor Painting of Nuns on Bicycles with Windmill – Framed.

Vintage Watercolor Painting of Nuns on Bicycles with Windmill – Framed.

Located in Seattle, WA

Ideal for collectors of vintage Catholic decor, whimsical European landscape art, or unique hand-painted illustrations, this framed original adds an eclectic, storied touch to any ga...

Category

Vintage 1970s Folk Art Paintings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Vintage Wood and Metal Figurative Found Object Sculpture
Vintage Wood and Metal Figurative Found Object Sculpture

Vintage Wood and Metal Figurative Found Object Sculpture

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This vintage wood and metal found object sculpture brings whimsical folk-art charm to any collection, its playful humanoid form built entirely from turned wood elements.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Vintage Italian Glazed Ceramic Sun Plaque
Vintage Italian Glazed Ceramic Sun Plaque

Vintage Italian Glazed Ceramic Sun Plaque

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Expertly hand-painted with vibrant glazes, this charming wall art features a whimsical, smiling sun face in a cheerful yellow, emanating stylized rays that burst forth from a rich te...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Folk Art Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Pottery

Vintage Chinese Handwoven Rattan Rabbit Basket Decorative Box, 1970s
Vintage Chinese Handwoven Rattan Rabbit Basket Decorative Box, 1970s

Vintage Chinese Handwoven Rattan Rabbit Basket Decorative Box, 1970s

Located in Nicolosi, IT

The woven rattan surface gives the piece a warm organic texture, while the animal form adds a whimsical folk art character. The body opens, making the piece functional as a small li...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Folk Art Decorative Bowls

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Walter von Nessen “Cat” Doorstop in Copper and Brass
Walter von Nessen “Cat” Doorstop in Copper and Brass

Walter von Nessen “Cat” Doorstop in Copper and Brass

By Chase Brass and Copper Company, Walter Von Nessen

Located in Miami, FL

Its clean lines and balanced proportions reflect von Nessen’s talent for turning everyday objects into striking decorative pieces. A whimsical example of American Art Deco metalwork...

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass, Copper

Vicke Lindstrand Rare 'Bubbles' Vase in Etched Glass for Orrefors Sweden 1930s
Vicke Lindstrand Rare 'Bubbles' Vase in Etched Glass for Orrefors Sweden 1930s

Vicke Lindstrand Rare 'Bubbles' Vase in Etched Glass for Orrefors Sweden 1930s

By Orrefors, Vicke Lindstrand

Located in Tilburg, NL

These bubbles are visible all over the vase - small to large and with a tactile concave quality to them. A whimsical and aesthetically very pleasing art deco design.

Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Vases

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Vintage Hand Carved Man With Mustache
Vintage Hand Carved Man With Mustache

Vintage Hand Carved Man With Mustache

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This captivating vintage hand-carved wood sculpture is a masterful example of American folk art, exuding a whimsical yet stoic personality.

Category

Late 20th Century American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Vintage Shanghai Weave Woven Rattan Bug Box
Vintage Shanghai Weave Woven Rattan Bug Box

Vintage Shanghai Weave Woven Rattan Bug Box

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

The play between the tight, geometric weave of the base and the organic, architectural form of the bug highlights the incredible craftsmanship and whimsical folk-art influence of the...

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Folk Art Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Vintage Monumental Hilario Alejo Madrigal Glazed Terracotta Pineapple
Vintage Monumental Hilario Alejo Madrigal Glazed Terracotta Pineapple

Vintage Monumental Hilario Alejo Madrigal Glazed Terracotta Pineapple

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This rare, large-scale work perfectly embodies the blend of whimsical folk art and sophisticated organic modernism, making it a compelling focal point for a curated interior.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Folk Art Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Mexican Brass and Copper Ashtray
Vintage Mexican Brass and Copper Ashtray

Vintage Mexican Brass and Copper Ashtray

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Whether utilized as a functional piece or displayed as a decorative objet d'art, this whimsical bird is a delightful conversation starter for any discerning collector.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Folk Art Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Brass, Copper

Dia.59.5cm Vintage Rosemaling Wall Hanging NISSE plate, Hand-painted, Norway
Dia.59.5cm Vintage Rosemaling Wall Hanging NISSE plate, Hand-painted, Norway

Dia.59.5cm Vintage Rosemaling Wall Hanging NISSE plate, Hand-painted, Norway

Located in Skien, NO

Ideal for collectors of Scandinavian design, folk art, or whimsical decorative objects, this statement piece brings unparalleled charm, history, and artisan craftsmanship to any inte...

Category

Early 2000s Norwegian Folk Art Cabinets

Materials

Hardwood, Beech

1940s Hand-Knotted Lurestan Bird Runner Rug in Wool, 2'4" x 6'11", Tribal
1940s Hand-Knotted Lurestan Bird Runner Rug in Wool, 2'4" x 6'11", Tribal

1940s Hand-Knotted Lurestan Bird Runner Rug in Wool, 2'4" x 6'11", Tribal

Located in New York, NY

This 1940s hand-knotted Lurestan bird runner rug measures 2'4" x 6'11" and showcases the whimsical folk-art character that has made Lurestan weaving so collectible.

Category

Vintage 1940s Folk Art Persian Style Rugs

Materials

Wool

Carole Stupell Silvered & Gilt Bronze Foxhound Dog Box, Signed, Italian Made
Carole Stupell Silvered & Gilt Bronze Foxhound Dog Box, Signed, Italian Made

Carole Stupell Silvered & Gilt Bronze Foxhound Dog Box, Signed, Italian Made

By Carole Stupell

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

The subject matter and material treatment reflect a whimsical yet elevated sporting art sensibility, reminiscent of foxhunting portraits and country house decor.

Category

20th Century Italian Sporting Art Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Vintage Artisan Made Studio Pottery Circus
Vintage Artisan Made Studio Pottery Circus

Vintage Artisan Made Studio Pottery Circus

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This captivating artisan studio pottery set is a masterful expression of 1970s folk art, presenting a whimsical "circus" of hand-modeled animal forms.

Category

Late 20th Century American Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Pottery, Stoneware

Coastal Boho Chic Polychromed Rattan, Willow and Reed Sailboat Chandelier
Coastal Boho Chic Polychromed Rattan, Willow and Reed Sailboat Chandelier

Coastal Boho Chic Polychromed Rattan, Willow and Reed Sailboat Chandelier

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Coastal Boho Chic Polychromed Rattan, Willow and Reed Sailboat Chandelier This coastal boho chic polychromed rattan, willow, and reed sailboat chandelier transforms the timeless sil...

Category

20th Century American Sporting Art Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Rattan, Reed, Willow

19th Century Glazed Ceramic Wagon Pulled By Two Dogs
19th Century Glazed Ceramic Wagon Pulled By Two Dogs

19th Century Glazed Ceramic Wagon Pulled By Two Dogs

Located in Stamford, CT

What I love most is the expression on the dog's faces. A whimsical piece of folk art that will make you smile. 6.75 inches high by 9 wide by 4.5 deep

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century European Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Pottery

Valet Stands Pinocchio & Jiminy Cricket, 1940s Italian Design
Valet Stands Pinocchio & Jiminy Cricket, 1940s Italian Design

Valet Stands Pinocchio & Jiminy Cricket, 1940s Italian Design

Located in Southampton, NJ

Scarcely seen handcrafted valet stands "Pinocchio & Jiminy Cricket" made in Italy c. 1940's, after the children's novel, The Adventures of Pinocchio, by Italian author Carlo Collodi...

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Folk Art Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Maple, Lacquer

Franz Xaver Bergmann, Koran Scribe, Vienna Bronze Sculpture, Ca. 1900
Franz Xaver Bergmann, Koran Scribe, Vienna Bronze Sculpture, Ca. 1900

Franz Xaver Bergmann, Koran Scribe, Vienna Bronze Sculpture, Ca. 1900

By Franz Xaver Bergman (Bergmann)

Located in New York, NY

Dimensions: Height: 3.5 inches (8.75cm) Length: 5.75 inches (14.37cm) Width: 3.5 inches (8.75cm) Franz Xaver Bergmann (1861–1936) was the owner of a Viennese foundry who pro...

Category

Antique 1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Franz Xaver Bergmann, Odalisque, Vienna Bronze Sculpture, Ca. 1900
Franz Xaver Bergmann, Odalisque, Vienna Bronze Sculpture, Ca. 1900

Franz Xaver Bergmann, Odalisque, Vienna Bronze Sculpture, Ca. 1900

By Franz Xaver Bergman (Bergmann)

Located in New York, NY

Dimensions: Height: 2.75 inches (6.9cm) Length: 6.5 inches (16.25cm) Width: 4 inches (10cm) Franz Xaver Bergmann (1861–1936) was the owner of a Viennese foundry who produced...

Category

Antique 1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Franz Xavier Bergman, Oriental Dancer, Jugenstil Vienna Bronze Sculpture, 1900s
Franz Xavier Bergman, Oriental Dancer, Jugenstil Vienna Bronze Sculpture, 1900s

Franz Xavier Bergman, Oriental Dancer, Jugenstil Vienna Bronze Sculpture, 1900s

By Franz Bergmann

Located in New York, NY

Franz Xaver Bergman (1861–1936) was the owner of a Viennese foundry who produced numerous patinated and cold-painted bronze oriental, erotic and animal figures, the latter often huma...

Category

Antique 1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Bruno Zach Vienna Bronze Austria Semi-Nude Lady with Hoop Bergmann circa 1930
Bruno Zach Vienna Bronze Austria Semi-Nude Lady with Hoop Bergmann circa 1930

Bruno Zach Vienna Bronze Austria Semi-Nude Lady with Hoop Bergmann circa 1930

By Bruno Zach

Located in Vienna, AT

Detailed informations about Viennese Bergmann bronze manufactory: Franz Xaver Bergman (or Franz Xaver Bergmann / 1861–1936) was the owner of a Viennese foundry who produced numerous ...

Category

Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Franz Bergmann Vienna Cold Painted Bronze Figure of Snake Charmer
Franz Bergmann Vienna Cold Painted Bronze Figure of Snake Charmer

Franz Bergmann Vienna Cold Painted Bronze Figure of Snake Charmer

By Franz Bergmann

Located in Forney, TX

He produced numerous patinated and cold-painted bronze Oriental, erotic and animal figures, the latter often humanized or whimsical, humorous objects d'art. Noted for his detailed an...

Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Red Wing Pottery King of Tarts Figural Cookie Jar Mid-Century Americana
Vintage Red Wing Pottery King of Tarts Figural Cookie Jar Mid-Century Americana

Vintage Red Wing Pottery King of Tarts Figural Cookie Jar Mid-Century Americana

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Its animated expression, colorful glazing, and distinctive silhouette make it a delightful addition to a curated collection of mid-century ceramics, American folk-inspired art, or wh...

Category

Mid-20th Century Jars

Materials

Ceramic

Jessie McCutcheon “Good Fairy” Sculpture C. 1927
Jessie McCutcheon “Good Fairy” Sculpture C. 1927

Jessie McCutcheon “Good Fairy” Sculpture C. 1927

Located in Norwalk, CT

A distinctive work for admirers of whimsical figurative art and vintage sculpture.

Category

Vintage 1920s American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Chrome

Postmodern Fish Vase, Hand-Sculpted Ceramic, Unknown Artist, 1980s-90s
Postmodern Fish Vase, Hand-Sculpted Ceramic, Unknown Artist, 1980s-90s

Postmodern Fish Vase, Hand-Sculpted Ceramic, Unknown Artist, 1980s-90s

By Memphis Milano

Located in North Fort Myers, FL

The vase features a delightful heart-shaped top opening mimicking an upturned fish mouth, alongside sculptural raised-relief fins and applied wavy eye elements. Equal parts whimsical...

Category

1990s Unknown Post-Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

1900s Ivory and Cream Antique American Hooked Hand Knotted Rug 2'3" x 4'5"
1900s Ivory and Cream Antique American Hooked Hand Knotted Rug 2'3" x 4'5"

1900s Ivory and Cream Antique American Hooked Hand Knotted Rug 2'3" x 4'5"

Located in New York, NY

This late 19th-century American Hooked rug is a delightful example of “Pictorial Folk Art,” representing the whimsical and soulful side of domestic weaving in the New World.

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Folk Art North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Abstract Ceramic Bust Sculpture
Vintage Abstract Ceramic Bust Sculpture

Vintage Abstract Ceramic Bust Sculpture

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Deep-set square eyes, a small triangular nose, and a curved, smiling mouth are carved directly into the clay, creating a whimsical, almost folk-art expression that contrasts playfull...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Handcrafted Solid Wood Alligator / Crocodile Sculpture
Handcrafted Solid Wood Alligator / Crocodile Sculpture

Handcrafted Solid Wood Alligator / Crocodile Sculpture

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Bring a striking touch of organic modernism and whimsical folk art into your interior with this exceptional, hand-crafted solid wood alligator sculpture.

Category

20th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Vintage Coconut and Metal Flamingo Sculpture
Vintage Coconut and Metal Flamingo Sculpture

Vintage Coconut and Metal Flamingo Sculpture

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This vintage flamingo sculpture is a whimsical piece of folk art, built from a real coconut shell and slender painted metal.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Vintage Wicker Woven Duck Swan ? Bird Motif Basket with Handle
Vintage Wicker Woven Duck Swan ? Bird Motif Basket with Handle

Vintage Wicker Woven Duck Swan ? Bird Motif Basket with Handle

Located in Wayne, NJ

The basket is really a work of art, this whimsical basket features a handle hand woven in duck or swan form with the head looking back to the inside basket.

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Decorative Baskets

Materials

Wicker

Vintage Shell Encrusted Bird House
Vintage Shell Encrusted Bird House

Vintage Shell Encrusted Bird House

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

The artisanal craftsmanship transforms a functional garden object into a sculptural work of art, evoking the whimsical spirit of a traditional "Sailor's Valentine."

Category

Late 20th Century American Bohemian Bird Cages

Materials

Wood, Shell

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