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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 Orley Shabahang, Bahram 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

1960s Kent Art Ware Ceramic Dog Sculpture, Vintage Signed Figurine
1960s Kent Art Ware Ceramic Dog Sculpture, Vintage Signed Figurine

1960s Kent Art Ware Ceramic Dog Sculpture, Vintage Signed Figurine

Located in West Palm Beach, US

A delightful addition to any vintage or eclectic interior. Keywords: Kent Art Ware, mid-century ceramics, vintage dog sculpture, 1960s art pottery, whimsical figurine, collectible a...

Category

Vintage 1960s Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

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

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 Ico Parisi, Paolo Buffa, (After) Gio Ponti

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.

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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

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

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...

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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

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

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...

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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 ...

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1990s Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Fir

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 Hand Painted Puffin Ring Box
Vintage Hand Painted Puffin Ring Box

Vintage Hand Painted Puffin Ring Box

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This charming vintage puffin trinket box is a delightful example of coastal folk art, capturing the whimsical character of the beloved Atlantic seabird with artisanal grace.

Category

Late 20th Century Canadian Folk Art Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

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 Walter Von Nessen, Chase Brass and Copper Company

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...

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass, Copper

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 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 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...

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

Materials

Pottery

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...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Folk Art Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

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.

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

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

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

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

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...

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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...

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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 ...

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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...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Murano glass vase, Anthropomorphic (face) vase
Murano glass vase, Anthropomorphic (face) vase

Murano glass vase, Anthropomorphic (face) vase

Located in London, GB

A whimsical and stylized art glass vase in the shape of an expressive human face.

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

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

19th Century French Scenic Wallpaper
19th Century French Scenic Wallpaper

19th Century French Scenic Wallpaper

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

The background shows classical buildings, a lake and mountains.  A wonderfully whimsical form of wall art. 

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Antique 19th Century French Wallpaper

Materials

Paper

Murano glass face vase, Anthropomorphic sculptural vase
Murano glass face vase, Anthropomorphic sculptural vase

Murano glass face vase, Anthropomorphic sculptural vase

By Murano Glass Sommerso

Located in London, GB

A striking, whimsical Italian art glass vase handcrafted on the island of Murano.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Yetyy Junior Animal Sculpture by Marcantonio - Modern Leather & Resin Design
Yetyy Junior Animal Sculpture by Marcantonio - Modern Leather & Resin Design

Yetyy Junior Animal Sculpture by Marcantonio - Modern Leather & Resin Design

By Scarlet Splendour, MARCANTONIO

Located in Kolkata, IN

Finished in a plush matte suede, Yetyy Junior blends Himalayan folklore with contemporary sculptural art — a whimsical yet sophisticated accent for any shelf, sideboard or corner.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Leather, Resin

Vintage Ceramic Lemon Topiary
Vintage Ceramic Lemon Topiary

Vintage Ceramic Lemon Topiary

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This exquisite vintage ceramic lemon topiary is a masterwork of mid-century Italian-style ceramic art. Featuring a whimsical yet elegant stack of realistic lemons nestled within a cl...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Pottery

19th Century French Leather and Papier Mâché Horse Sculpture with Horsehair Mane
19th Century French Leather and Papier Mâché Horse Sculpture with Horsehair Mane

19th Century French Leather and Papier Mâché Horse Sculpture with Horsehair Mane

Located in Dallas, TX

Bring a touch of whimsical folk art charm to a shelf, child’s room, or country interior with this unusual antique horse sculpture from France.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Leather, Paper

Tiffany & Co. Gold and Mother-of-Pearl Fish Brooch
Tiffany & Co. Gold and Mother-of-Pearl Fish Brooch

Tiffany & Co. Gold and Mother-of-Pearl Fish Brooch

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Roma, RM

Playful yet unmistakably refined, this charming Tiffany & Co. fish brooch captures the maison’s ability to transform whimsical inspiration into sophisticated wearable art.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Brooches

Materials

Gold

Vintage parrot Coral Tsaverite Diamond 18K Gold Bird Pin Brooch
Vintage parrot Coral Tsaverite Diamond 18K Gold Bird Pin Brooch

Vintage parrot Coral Tsaverite Diamond 18K Gold Bird Pin Brooch

Located in Miami, FL

A vibrant and whimsical work of wearable art, this exceptional vintage parrot brooch is masterfully crafted in solid 18K yellow gold and showcases remarkable attention to detail.

Category

Vintage 1970s Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold

cc-tapis - Fornasetti Collection - BATTIPANNI Runner handmade rug in Wool
cc-tapis - Fornasetti Collection - BATTIPANNI Runner handmade rug in Wool

cc-tapis - Fornasetti Collection - BATTIPANNI Runner handmade rug in Wool

By cc-tapis, Fornasetti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

It embodies the playful irony that breaks boundaries and celebrates the whimsical side of art. A striking graphic symbol, it marks a partnership built on the rejection of conformity ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

cc-tapis -Fornasetti Collection- BATTIPANNI handmade rug in wool
cc-tapis -Fornasetti Collection- BATTIPANNI handmade rug in wool

cc-tapis -Fornasetti Collection- BATTIPANNI handmade rug in wool

By cc-tapis, Fornasetti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

It embodies the playful irony that breaks boundaries and celebrates the whimsical side of art. A striking graphic symbol, it marks a partnership built on the rejection of conformity ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Bergman Vienna cold painted bronze of a nude 'Lady + attendant'
Bergman Vienna cold painted bronze of a nude 'Lady + attendant'

Bergman Vienna cold painted bronze of a nude 'Lady + attendant'

By Franz Bergmann

Located in Brighton, Sussex

Franz Xavier Bergman was the owner of a Viennese foundry who produced numerous patinated and cold-painted bronzes, Oriental, erotic, and animal figures, the latter often humanized or...

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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Contemporary 14k Gold Multi-Gems Chandelier Earrings Diamond Carnelian, Peridot
Contemporary 14k Gold Multi-Gems Chandelier Earrings Diamond Carnelian, Peridot

Contemporary 14k Gold Multi-Gems Chandelier Earrings Diamond Carnelian, Peridot

By SCALA GIOIELLI

Located in Marcianise, IT

This eye-catching pair features a fluid, architectural design heavily inspired by the whimsical, organic lines of the Art Nouveau period, boasting a total combined weight of 15.20 gr...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Carnelian, Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold

Contemporary 14K Gold Chandelier Earrings Carved Rock Crystal Multi-Color Quartz
Contemporary 14K Gold Chandelier Earrings Carved Rock Crystal Multi-Color Quartz

Contemporary 14K Gold Chandelier Earrings Carved Rock Crystal Multi-Color Quartz

By SCALA GIOIELLI

Located in Marcianise, IT

This pair beautifully revives the organic, whimsical lines of the Art Nouveau movement while integrating a fresh, modern color palette, boasting a total weight of 16.90 grams.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold

Roger Capron - Panel with 5 Glazed Ceramic Tiles - Bird
Roger Capron - Panel with 5 Glazed Ceramic Tiles - Bird

Roger Capron - Panel with 5 Glazed Ceramic Tiles - Bird

By Roger Capron

Located in Stratford, CT

Playful and whimsical, Capron’s art panels are the most sought after, as editions were small, and in some cases not more than a few, or by special commission.

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Roger Capron - Panel with 3 Ceramic Glazed Tiles - SUN - 1970's
Roger Capron - Panel with 3 Ceramic Glazed Tiles - SUN - 1970's

Roger Capron - Panel with 3 Ceramic Glazed Tiles - SUN - 1970's

By Roger Capron

Located in Stratford, CT

Playful and whimsical, Capron’s art panels are the most sought after, as editions were small, and in some cases not more than a few, or by special commission.

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Italian Glazed Ceramic Fish
Vintage Italian Glazed Ceramic Fish

Vintage Italian Glazed Ceramic Fish

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This vibrant vintage Italian ceramic fish is a celebration of whimsical Mediterranean folk art. Hand-crafted with an expressive, oversized form, the piece features deep-relief sculpt...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Contemporary Bessarabian Design Handmade Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Contemporary Bessarabian Design Handmade Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau

Contemporary Bessarabian Design Handmade Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau

By Doris Leslie Blau

Located in New York, NY

Contemporary Bessarabian design handmade wool rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Eastern-European rug art exudes whimsical charm that introduces the atmosphere of warmth and homeliness into a...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Bessarabian Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Wool

1960s Tole Metal Painted Stacked Books Nightstands End Tables, Set of 2
1960s Tole Metal Painted Stacked Books Nightstands End Tables, Set of 2

1960s Tole Metal Painted Stacked Books Nightstands End Tables, Set of 2

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Transport yourself back to the 1960s with this exquisite art piece set. Whimsical Italian stacked books form toleware flip-top accent tables.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Metal

Vintage Carved Wood and Brass Penguin
Vintage Carved Wood and Brass Penguin

Vintage Carved Wood and Brass Penguin

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This combination of materials creates a timeless decorative object that bridges the gap between whimsical folk art and high-end interior design. Measuring 7.25 inches wide, 9.25 inc...

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

Materials

Brass

Vintage Concrete Goose Doorstop – Hand-Painted Sculpture in Quacking Pose
Vintage Concrete Goose Doorstop – Hand-Painted Sculpture in Quacking Pose

Vintage Concrete Goose Doorstop – Hand-Painted Sculpture in Quacking Pose

Located in West Hollywood, CA

The dynamic posture and slightly exaggerated proportions lend it a whimsical, folk art quality that makes it far more than a simple functional object.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Rustic Animal Sculptures

Materials

Concrete

James de Wulf Illuminated Forget-Me-Not Sconce, Series 2
James de Wulf Illuminated Forget-Me-Not Sconce, Series 2

James de Wulf Illuminated Forget-Me-Not Sconce, Series 2

By James de Wulf

Located in Paia, HI

Inspired by Park's unique style, James enlisted his art for the whimsically shaped floral sconces. The two-piece diptych is the second edition of the FMN series.

Category

2010s American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Acrylic

Vintage 1950s Lane Glazed Ceramic Light
Vintage 1950s Lane Glazed Ceramic Light

Vintage 1950s Lane Glazed Ceramic Light

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

As a prime example of mid-century California pottery, this lamp reflects the era’s fascination with "Tropical Modernism" and whimsical functional art, offering a textured, high-relie...

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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pedro Friedeberg - Limited Edition Artist Hand-knotted Wool and Silk Rug 6' x 4'
Pedro Friedeberg - Limited Edition Artist Hand-knotted Wool and Silk Rug 6' x 4'

Pedro Friedeberg - Limited Edition Artist Hand-knotted Wool and Silk Rug 6' x 4'

By Pedro Friedeberg

Located in Miami, FL

His most iconic work, the Hand Chair, is a symbol of his whimsical approach to art, where form meets function in unexpected ways.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Modern Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Silk

Yellow Submarine 1968 Australian Daybill Film Poster
Yellow Submarine 1968 Australian Daybill Film Poster

Yellow Submarine 1968 Australian Daybill Film Poster

Located in Bath, Somerset

Yellow Submarine transported audiences into a psychedelic world where The Beatles’ music came alive through bold, groundbreaking animation.It captivated viewers with its whimsical ch...

Category

20th Century Australian Posters

Materials

Linen, Paper

Painted Rainy Day Story Earrings - Girl with Umbrella Mother of Pearl Drops
Painted Rainy Day Story Earrings - Girl with Umbrella Mother of Pearl Drops

Painted Rainy Day Story Earrings - Girl with Umbrella Mother of Pearl Drops

By Daizy Jewellery

Located in Istanbul, TR

Mother of Pearl Drop Earrings Girl with Umbrella Mother of Pearl Earrings Unique Sky Themed Gift Whimsical Rainy Day Jewelry Art Sky Theme Jewelry Miniature Art Find joy on a r...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Topaz, Gold Plate, Silver

Vintage Boho Original Abstract Oil on Canvas
Vintage Boho Original Abstract Oil on Canvas

Vintage Boho Original Abstract Oil on Canvas

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This dynamic composition reflects a sophisticated architectural depth, perfectly capturing the experimental spirit of 1970s studio art. Its whimsical yet structured form bridges the ...

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

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You are likely to find exactly the piece of whimsical art you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. There are many contemporary, abstract and Impressionist versions of these works for sale. You’re likely to find the perfect item from our selection of whimsical art among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those made as recently as the 21st Century. On 1stDibs, the right choice in our collection of whimsical art is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes gray, beige, brown and gold. Finding an appealing object in our assortment of whimsical art — no matter the origin — is easy, but Gary John, Cindy Shaoul, Kevin Box, Maggie Taylor and Hunt Slonem each produced popular versions that are worth a look. Artworks like these — often created in paint, oil paint and synthetic resin paint — can elevate any room of your home.

How Much is a Whimsical Art?

The price for an artwork of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — a piece of whimsical art in our inventory may begin at $21 and can go as high as $425,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,794.