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Folk Art For Sale
19thc Folky Rooster With Snail Below
19thc Folky Rooster With Snail Below

19thc Folky Rooster With Snail Below

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This folky rooster weather vane with a snail trailing behind.This hand made weather vane has a wonderful old aged surface.Fantastic patina.Comes from a roof top of a barn in the mid ...

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19th Century American Folk Art Antique Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Fine Grouping of Folk Art Handcarved Signed Fish Lure Decoys
Fine Grouping of Folk Art Handcarved Signed Fish Lure Decoys

Fine Grouping of Folk Art Handcarved Signed Fish Lure Decoys

Located in Greenwich, CT

Fine Collection of seven hand-carved and painted wooden fish decoys, presented in a custom-made shadowbox. Each decoy , of wooden carved & exquisitely painted bodies, w metal fins, ...

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1990s American Folk Art Folk Art

Materials

Glass, Wood

Large Vintage Palm Tree Soft Sculpture, Signed and Dated, 1979
Large Vintage Palm Tree Soft Sculpture, Signed and Dated, 1979

Large Vintage Palm Tree Soft Sculpture, Signed and Dated, 1979

Located in Oxnard, CA

Here is a super fun and large fabric "soft sculpture" of a palm tree with posable leaves. It measures approximately 77" tall and 48" wide depending how the palms are positioned. It...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Folk Art

Materials

Fabric

Vintage Light-Up Horseshoe Sign
Vintage Light-Up Horseshoe Sign

Vintage Light-Up Horseshoe Sign

Located in Chicago, IL

The horseshoe has always promised good luck. This one promises better stories. This vintage American gray painted horseshoe sign once announced itself with the confidence of a roads...

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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Folk Art

Materials

Metal

small Folk art chest, circa 1930
small Folk art chest, circa 1930

small Folk art chest, circa 1930

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

This folk art box from the 1930s is a particularly decorative object with an authentic, hand-painted appearance. The wooden box is richly decorated with colorful floral motifs in red...

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1930s Romanian Folk Art Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Pine

French Folk Art Painting Virgin and Child oil on leather 17th Century
French Folk Art Painting Virgin and Child oil on leather 17th Century

French Folk Art Painting Virgin and Child oil on leather 17th Century

Located in London, GB

French Folk Art Virgin and Child Oil on Leather Mounted on Wood Panel, 17th Century Charming early French devotional painting depicting the Virgin and Child in a tender domestic com...

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17th Century French Antique Folk Art

Materials

Paint, Leather, Wood

Antique Industrial Art Deco Brass Internalite 'Exit' Illuminated Sign. C.1920
Antique Industrial Art Deco Brass Internalite 'Exit' Illuminated Sign. C.1920

Antique Industrial Art Deco Brass Internalite 'Exit' Illuminated Sign. C.1920

Located in London, GB

Quality illuminated glass and brass directional sign made in England. c.1920. Brass frame housing the internal illuminations above polished plate glass etched with 'EXIT'. Made in E...

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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Folk Art

Materials

Brass

1950s Handmade Miniature Chess Set with Walnut Inlaid Box with magnetic pieces
1950s Handmade Miniature Chess Set with Walnut Inlaid Box with magnetic pieces

1950s Handmade Miniature Chess Set with Walnut Inlaid Box with magnetic pieces

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a very good quality handmade Miniature or Travelling wood chess set game of 32 pieces in its own inlaid hardwood box, which we date to the mid 20th century, circa 1950s. The...

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Mid-20th Century British Folk Art Folk Art

Materials

Brass

19thc Red, White and Blue Original painted Sugar Bucket
19thc Red, White and Blue Original painted Sugar Bucket

19thc Red, White and Blue Original painted Sugar Bucket

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19thc original red white and blue painted wooden sugar bucket from new England. Amazing patina and all original paint. This comes from a New England Collection.

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19th Century American Folk Art Antique Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Weathervane Rustic Metal Running Horse on wood stand
Weathervane Rustic Metal Running Horse on wood stand

Weathervane Rustic Metal Running Horse on wood stand

Located in Norton, MA

A beautifully and rustic crafted metal sculpture in the shape of a horse in a very detailed presentation with the high quality of body structure. The Racing Horse Weather-Vane . This...

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art

Materials

Metal

18th Century Spanish Colonial Oil Painting: Virgin of Mercy
18th Century Spanish Colonial Oil Painting: Virgin of Mercy

18th Century Spanish Colonial Oil Painting: Virgin of Mercy

Located in London, GB

18th Century Spanish Colonial Oil Painting on Board A characterful Spanish Colonial devotional painting, oil on board, dating to the 18th century. The work depicts the Virgin of Mer...

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Mid-18th Century Peruvian Antique Folk Art

Materials

Paint, Wood

Early 20th Century American Copper Trout Weathervane
Early 20th Century American Copper Trout Weathervane

Early 20th Century American Copper Trout Weathervane

Located in Chicago, IL

American folk art has always had a complicated relationship with utility. The best examples were made to work first and impress second, which is precisely why they endure. This early...

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Folk Art

Materials

Copper

Vintage Yahyali Kayseri Runner Rug Central Anatolia Old Turkish Wool Carpet
Vintage Yahyali Kayseri Runner Rug Central Anatolia Old Turkish Wool Carpet

Vintage Yahyali Kayseri Runner Rug Central Anatolia Old Turkish Wool Carpet

Located in Tokyo, JP

This vintage Yahyali runner from the Kayseri region of Central Anatolia presents a bold and expressive example of Anatolian village weaving. The composition is defined by a vertical ...

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1980s Turkish Oushak Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Wool, Natural Fiber

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

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 Folk Art

Materials

Brass, Steel Mesh

Antique Silver Pumpkin Betel Box Asian Cambodian Thai Indian Antiques Gifts
Antique Silver Pumpkin Betel Box Asian Cambodian Thai Indian Antiques Gifts

Antique Silver Pumpkin Betel Box Asian Cambodian Thai Indian Antiques Gifts

Located in London, GB

Antique Silver Pumpkin Betel Box Asian Cambodian Very nice fine high quality piece in 900 silver 8 x 6 x 6 cm weight 52 grams approx. good Condition Fine PLEASE SEE PHOTOS FO...

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Early 20th Century Laotian Folk Art

Materials

Silver

Large Burchell's Zebra Hide (Equus quagga burchellii), Africa, 20th Century
Large Burchell's Zebra Hide (Equus quagga burchellii), Africa, 20th Century

Large Burchell's Zebra Hide (Equus quagga burchellii), Africa, 20th Century

Located in Kastrup, DK

Decorative and exceptionally large Burchell's zebra skin (Equus quagga burchellii). The skin displays the species' distinctive striped pattern in warm dark brown and cream tones, ma...

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Mid-20th Century South African Campaign Folk Art

Materials

Zebra Hide

Bronze Magnifying Glass
Bronze Magnifying Glass

Bronze Magnifying Glass

$316Sale Price|20% Off

Bronze Magnifying Glass

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This early bronze hand crafted magnifying glass in fine as found condition.Works great !

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1920s American Folk Art Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Bronze

Amazing Early 20Thc Blue Painted Bucket
Amazing Early 20Thc Blue Painted Bucket

Amazing Early 20Thc Blue Painted Bucket

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Early 20Thc Original blue painted planting bucket or container bucket.Found in New England.The condition is good with age spotting and wear consistent with age and use.

Category

19th Century American Folk Art Antique Folk Art

Materials

Wood

A large 19th Century American Brass Horse Weathervane on Custom Metal Stand
A large 19th Century American Brass Horse Weathervane on Custom Metal Stand

A large 19th Century American Brass Horse Weathervane on Custom Metal Stand

Located in Norton, MA

A large 19th century American with thick brass and some old paint on horse Weathervane on Custom Metal Stand This 19th-century American running horse weathervane still seems to gallo...

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19th Century American Antique Folk Art

Materials

Metal, Brass

Early 19th Century American Folk Art Six-Board Blanket Chest.
Early 19th Century American Folk Art Six-Board Blanket Chest.

Early 19th Century American Folk Art Six-Board Blanket Chest.

Located in Vero Beach, FL

Early 19th Century American Folk Art Six-Board Blanket Chest Crafted from old-growth white pine with traditional nailed construction and classic bootjack ends. The exterior features...

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19th Century American American Colonial Antique Folk Art

Materials

Pine

Large Vintage Painted Folk Art Trout Trade Sign, Fish Monger’s Metal Shop Sign
Large Vintage Painted Folk Art Trout Trade Sign, Fish Monger’s Metal Shop Sign

Large Vintage Painted Folk Art Trout Trade Sign, Fish Monger’s Metal Shop Sign

Located in Lisse, NL

Step into a time when storefronts told their story with charm and character. This striking, hand-painted metal trout sign is a rare and wonderfully quirky example of the early 20th-c...

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Early 20th Century French Folk Art Folk Art

Materials

Zinc

Vintage Folk Art Balancing Baseball Player Kinetic Sculpture
Vintage Folk Art Balancing Baseball Player Kinetic Sculpture

Vintage Folk Art Balancing Baseball Player Kinetic Sculpture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Whimsical and full of character, this charming vintage folk art kinetic sculpture depicts a baseball player balancing atop a bat. Expertly crafted and hand-painted, the figure featur...

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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Folk Art

Materials

Metal, Iron

Important Ancient Hawaiian Aumakua Stone Sculpture with Provenance
Important Ancient Hawaiian Aumakua Stone Sculpture with Provenance

Important Ancient Hawaiian Aumakua Stone Sculpture with Provenance

Located in South Burlington, VT

A rare and monumental Hawaiian hand carved stone "Aumakua" abstract sculpture of a male carved from Vesicular Basalt. An Aumakua is a Hawaiian ancestral spirit guardian—a family de...

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19th Century American Antique Folk Art

Materials

Stone

Antique Century Traditional Toy Singer Sewing Machine Reproduction, circa 1950
Antique Century Traditional Toy Singer Sewing Machine Reproduction, circa 1950

Antique Century Traditional Toy Singer Sewing Machine Reproduction, circa 1950

Located in Barcelona, ES

Vintage metal toy Singer sewing machine reproduction. In original condition, wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. Materials: Metal.  

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1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Metal

Pre Columbian Moche Transformational Anthropomorphic Stirrup Vessel
Pre Columbian Moche Transformational Anthropomorphic Stirrup Vessel

Pre Columbian Moche Transformational Anthropomorphic Stirrup Vessel

Located in London, GB

Moche Transformational Anthropomorphic Stirrup Vessel North Coast Peru, ca. 100–800 CE Ceramic with red and cream slip A finely modeled Moche stirrup-spout vessel depicting an anth...

Category

15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Antique Folk Art

Materials

Pottery

Vintage Terracotta Studio Pottery Jug, Adam And Eve Sgraffito Decoration
Vintage Terracotta Studio Pottery Jug, Adam And Eve Sgraffito Decoration

Vintage Terracotta Studio Pottery Jug, Adam And Eve Sgraffito Decoration

Located in Bristol, GB

VINTAGE FOLK ART EARTHENWARE JUG Profusely decorated with incised line work, known as sgraffito decoration. Depicting Adam, Eve and the serpent next to the tree of life in the gard...

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Mid-20th Century British Folk Art Folk Art

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Dutch 19th Century Folk Art Architectural Mansion Pigeon / Birdcage
Dutch 19th Century Folk Art Architectural Mansion Pigeon / Birdcage

Dutch 19th Century Folk Art Architectural Mansion Pigeon / Birdcage

Located in Buisson, FR

Beautiful and unique Dutch Folk art Pigeon/birdcage in the form of a manor . This type of birdcages were made in the North of he Netherlands . They were miniature versions of the ori...

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19th Century Dutch Folk Art Antique Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Pre-Columbian Nazca Polychrome Bowl South American art
Pre-Columbian Nazca Polychrome Bowl South American art

Pre-Columbian Nazca Polychrome Bowl South American art

Located in London, GB

Pre-Columbian Nazca Polychrome Bowl South Coast Peru, Nazca Culture, c. 200–600 AD A fine hand-coiled pottery bowl decorated in classic Nazca polychrome pigments—cream, black, red,...

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15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Antique Folk Art

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Ancient Cypriot Pedestal Bichrome Pottery Bowl with Geometric Decoration
Ancient Cypriot Pedestal Bichrome Pottery Bowl with Geometric Decoration

Ancient Cypriot Pedestal Bichrome Pottery Bowl with Geometric Decoration

Located in London, GB

A striking and well-preserved pedestal-footed bowl, with vibrant painted decoration typical of early pottery production on the Mediterranean island of Cyprus. Flourishing during the ...

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15th Century and Earlier Cypriot Prehistoric Antique Folk Art

Materials

Pottery

Native American Fine Plains beaded boot moccasins
Native American Fine Plains beaded boot moccasins

Native American Fine Plains beaded boot moccasins

Located in London, GB

Fine Pair of Plains Woman's Boot Moccasins North America 19th to early 20th century A beautifully crafted and well-preserved pair of Plains Native American woman's high-top moccas...

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art

Materials

Hide, Beads

Pre Columbian Rare Large Zacatecas Figure Latin American Antiques Art
Pre Columbian Rare Large Zacatecas Figure Latin American Antiques Art

Pre Columbian Rare Large Zacatecas Figure Latin American Antiques Art

Located in London, GB

Rare large Zacatecas seated Figure Pre-Columbian, West Mexico ca. 200 BCE – 300 CE A striking large terracotta figure from the Zacatecas culture, depicting a standing female with ...

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15th Century and Earlier Mexican Antique Folk Art

Materials

Pottery

French 18th Century Forged Iron Folk Art Baroque Tavern Sign
French 18th Century Forged Iron Folk Art Baroque Tavern Sign

French 18th Century Forged Iron Folk Art Baroque Tavern Sign

Located in Buisson, FR

Important and beautiful 18th century Tavern sign depicting a rearing white horse with a crowned coat of arms on its back. Most likely from the Alsace, France due to the German influe...

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18th Century French Baroque Antique Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Superb large antique Maasai shield Tribal Art East Africa
Superb large antique Maasai shield Tribal Art East Africa

Superb large antique Maasai shield Tribal Art East Africa

Located in London, GB

Superb Large Antique Maasai Shield – East Africa Origin: Kenya/Tanzania, East Africa Culture: Maasai Period: early 20th century Material: Hide, natural pigments, and wood Dimensio...

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Early 20th Century Kenyan Folk Art

Materials

Hardwood

Antique Early 20th Century Traditional Toy Kitchen Reproduction, circa 1930
Antique Early 20th Century Traditional Toy Kitchen Reproduction, circa 1930

Antique Early 20th Century Traditional Toy Kitchen Reproduction, circa 1930

Located in Barcelona, ES

Vintage iron toy kitchen figure of a traditional antique kitchen representation. Made by unknown manufacturer in Spain, circa 1930. In original condition, wear consistent with ...

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1930s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Brass

Early 20th Century Weather Vane Pig Copper Three-Dimensional, Italy
Early 20th Century Weather Vane Pig Copper Three-Dimensional, Italy

Early 20th Century Weather Vane Pig Copper Three-Dimensional, Italy

Located in Nicolosi, IT

Charming early 20th century Italian weather vane in copper, featuring a finely executed three-dimensional pig subject with a beautifully aged natural patina. This sculptural weather vane stands out for its whimsical and lively design, depicting a pig in motion, captured in an energetic running or leaping pose. The animal is rendered with appealing volume and character: the elongated snout, raised ear, rounded body, stretched legs and distinctive curled tail give the piece a strong sense of movement and personality. Unlike flatter and more conventional weather vanes, this example has a true sculptural quality, making it both a functional directional object and a highly decorative piece. The lower section retains the traditional directional letters and central rotating shaft, while the copper surface shows a rich time-worn patina with dark brown and green oxidized tones. This aged finish enhances the historical presence of the piece and emphasizes its early craftsmanship. A rare and evocative architectural ornament, ideal for collectors of folk art, antique weather vanes...

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Early 20th Century Folk Art Folk Art

Materials

Copper

American Folk Art 'PAN FRIED TROUT' Hanging Sign
American Folk Art 'PAN FRIED TROUT' Hanging Sign

American Folk Art 'PAN FRIED TROUT' Hanging Sign

Located in Chicago, IL

Three words, three fish, and not a hint of subtlety. Hand-carved from wood and painted to resemble rainbow trout, the trio reclines inside an oversized wooden frying pan as if awaiti...

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20th Century American Folk Art Folk Art

Materials

Metal

19thc Original Painted White Bucket With Handles
19thc Original Painted White Bucket With Handles

19thc Original Painted White Bucket With Handles

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19thc red white and blue in original painted wooden bucket with metal fitting and wooden handles. Great size and amazing patina.

Category

19th Century American Folk Art Antique Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Pair of Mid Century Folk Art Ironwood Marine Carvings, Mexico
Pair of Mid Century Folk Art Ironwood Marine Carvings, Mexico

Pair of Mid Century Folk Art Ironwood Marine Carvings, Mexico

Located in Nottingham, GB

Ironwood carving emerged as one of the most distinctive folk art traditions of northwestern Mexico during the 20th century. Associated particularly with the Sonoran region, artisans ...

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Mid-20th Century Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Takashi Murakami Flowers Skateboard Deck, 2017
Takashi Murakami Flowers Skateboard Deck, 2017

Takashi Murakami Flowers Skateboard Deck, 2017

By Takashi Murakami

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Takashi Murakami Flowers Skateboard Deck: A vibrant piece of Takashi Murakami wall art produced as a limited series in conjunction with the 2017 Murakami exhibit: The Octopus Eats I...

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2010s American Post-Modern Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Antique Pyramidal Hmong Hill Tribe Silver Hairpin – Asian art antiques
Antique Pyramidal Hmong Hill Tribe Silver Hairpin – Asian art antiques

Antique Pyramidal Hmong Hill Tribe Silver Hairpin – Asian art antiques

Located in London, GB

Antique Pyramidal Hmong Hill Tribe Silver Hairpin – Asian art antiques This striking large pyramidal antique silver hairpin was handcrafted by the Hmong people of northern Laos, dat...

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1960s Laotian Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Silver

Late 19th-century “Goddess of Liberty” Copper Weathervane on Stand
Late 19th-century “Goddess of Liberty” Copper Weathervane on Stand

Late 19th-century “Goddess of Liberty” Copper Weathervane on Stand

Located in San Francisco, CA

On offer is a late 19th-century American folk art "Goddess of Liberty" molded copper weathervane mounted on a gallery presentation stand. The figure represents Liberty (also historic...

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Late 19th Century American American Classical Antique Folk Art

Materials

Copper

Folk Art Bridal Chest, circa 1950
Folk Art Bridal Chest, circa 1950

Folk Art Bridal Chest, circa 1950

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

This vintage pine chest with a drawer from the mid-20th century is a real eye-catcher. It is richly decorated with hand-painted folkloric decorations, executed in a traditional color...

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1950s Hungarian Folk Art Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Pine

Vintage Folk Art Santa Claus on Reindeer Balancing Kinetic Sculptured
Vintage Folk Art Santa Claus on Reindeer Balancing Kinetic Sculptured

Vintage Folk Art Santa Claus on Reindeer Balancing Kinetic Sculptured

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A charming vintage folk art kinetic sculpture depicting Santa Claus riding a leaping reindeer, captured in a dynamic and whimsical balancing composition. Handcrafted in painted metal...

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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Folk Art

Materials

Metal, Iron

19Thc Decorated Stoneware Crock Cowden & Wilcox Pa.
19Thc Decorated Stoneware Crock Cowden & Wilcox Pa.

19Thc Decorated Stoneware Crock Cowden & Wilcox Pa.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This fine decorated 19thc stone ware crock from Cowden & Wilcox in Harrisburg,Pennsylvania.This folky tulip hand painted & decorated large three gallon crock is in fine condition.It ...

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Mid-19th Century American Folk Art Antique Folk Art

Materials

Pottery

Early 20thC Cast Iron Horse Head Hitching Post Water Pump Combination
Early 20thC Cast Iron Horse Head Hitching Post Water Pump Combination

Early 20thC Cast Iron Horse Head Hitching Post Water Pump Combination

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Rare and fabulous hard to find hitching post with a spigot for a water pump. Excellent catings and in wonderful condition with nonormal wear from age and use. Please see all pics an...

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1920s American American Classical Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Zabihi Collection Colorful Floral American Hooked Small Square Rug
Zabihi Collection Colorful Floral American Hooked Small Square Rug

Zabihi Collection Colorful Floral American Hooked Small Square Rug

Located in New York, NY

An early 20th-century American hooked small square rug Details rug no. j5169 size 2' 10" x 3' 2"

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Mid-20th Century American Country Folk Art

Materials

Jute

Cairo Taupe Backgammon Set
Cairo Taupe Backgammon Set

Cairo Taupe Backgammon Set

By Pinetti

Located in Milan, IT

The Cairo Taupe backgammon board game features a sophisticated design with a Canaletto wood and leather finish, emphasizing refined textures and durability. The muted taupe and soft ...

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2010s Italian Folk Art

Materials

Leather

1970s James Mont Style Thick Brass Tall Standing Rotary Phone
1970s James Mont Style Thick Brass Tall Standing Rotary Phone

1970s James Mont Style Thick Brass Tall Standing Rotary Phone

By James Mont

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Asian aesthetics with Art Deco and Hollywood Regency styles tall standing rotary phone made of thick and heavy brass in the style of James Mont . Working very well and clear soundi...

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1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Brass

1970s James Mont Style Thick Brass Tall Standing Rotary Phone
1970s James Mont Style Thick Brass Tall Standing Rotary Phone

1970s James Mont Style Thick Brass Tall Standing Rotary Phone

By James Mont

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Asian aesthetics with Art Deco and Hollywood Regency styles tall standing rotary phone made of thick and heavy brass in the style of James Mont . Working very well and clear soundi...

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1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Brass

British Crown & Anchor Iron Hanging Tavern or Pub Sign
British Crown & Anchor Iron Hanging Tavern or Pub Sign

British Crown & Anchor Iron Hanging Tavern or Pub Sign

Located in Rio Vista, CA

A rare hanging British "Crown and Anchor" pub or tavern sign constructed out of iron and wood. The sign is crafted with a forged iron frame having two hanging loops. The sign feature...

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20th Century English Folk Art Folk Art

Materials

Iron

African Tribal Large Somalian Gashan Shield Art Home Decoration Interior Design
African Tribal Large Somalian Gashan Shield Art Home Decoration Interior Design

African Tribal Large Somalian Gashan Shield Art Home Decoration Interior Design

Located in London, GB

African Tribal Fine Large Somalian Gashan Shield Fine old hide shield with hammered etched geometric design on front and back A Historic collectable and great Interior design ele...

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19th Century Somali Antique Folk Art

Materials

Leather

19Thc Original Robin Egg Blue Hanging Shelf
19Thc Original Robin Egg Blue Hanging Shelf

19Thc Original Robin Egg Blue Hanging Shelf

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This original painted robin egg blue painted hanging wall shelf.

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19th Century American Adirondack Antique Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Fine Vintage Sino-Tibetan Gilt Bronze Figure of Avalokiteshvara Asian art
Fine Vintage Sino-Tibetan Gilt Bronze Figure of Avalokiteshvara Asian art

Fine Vintage Sino-Tibetan Gilt Bronze Figure of Avalokiteshvara Asian art

Located in London, GB

Fine Vintage Sino-Tibetan Gilt Bronze Figure of Avalokiteshvara Early–Mid 20th Century Height 28 cm 11 inches This finely cast Sino-Tibetan gilt bronze figure of Avalokiteshvara, ...

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Early 20th Century Tibetan Folk Art

Materials

Silver

Modern Animal Chevron Stripes Warm Tan Rug "Tigrinus" by Doris Leslie Blau
Modern Animal Chevron Stripes Warm Tan Rug "Tigrinus" by Doris Leslie Blau

Modern Animal Chevron Stripes Warm Tan Rug "Tigrinus" by Doris Leslie Blau

By Doris Leslie Blau

Located in New York, NY

This striking modern rug reimagines the traditional Tibetan tiger motif with a bold, contemporary sensibility. Hand-knotted in a luxurious blend of wool and silk, the design is split...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Tribal Folk Art

Materials

Wool, Silk

Vintage, New and Antique Folk Art

Folk art refers to a genre of art that shares the creator’s traditions, offering not just an artistic display but an opportunity to learn about a culture. Vintage, new and antique folk art typically reflects a heritage or location. It can include utilitarian objects and handmade art as diverse as weather vanes, portraiture and paintings, carnival art, quilts and duck decoys.

American folk art is frequently valued because of the traditional skills involved, like weaving, hand-carving wood and even stonework. Many folk artists are self-taught, while some train as apprentices within their community. By using available materials and taking a personal approach to their creations, artists ensure each piece is unique and conveys a story. Native American folk art includes functional objects reflecting their heritage, such as baskets, textiles and wooden pieces.

During the Great Depression, artistic materials in America were hard to come by, so artisans used discarded wood from cigar boxes and shipping crates to make highly stylized, notched pieces — most often picture frames and boxes — that are today sought after by collectors. This folk art style is called tramp art and was popular from roughly 1870 until the 1940s.

Folk art brings vibrant culture and traditions into your home. Browse an extensive collection of folk art on 1stDibs.