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Creator: Unknown
Early 20Thc Patriotic Blue Juggling Pins
Early 20Thc Patriotic Blue Juggling Pins

Early 20Thc Patriotic Blue Juggling Pins

Located in Los Angeles, CA

These amazing early 20thc original blue cream painted juggling pins are in amazing condition and two different sizes.One is 24" high and 17 high.The width is 4 deep.So unusual to see...

Category

Early 20th Century American Adirondack Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Wood

19th Century Antique Quilt, Postage Stamp Nine Patch
19th Century Antique Quilt, Postage Stamp Nine Patch

19th Century Antique Quilt, Postage Stamp Nine Patch

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This tiny postage stamp nine patch in a square quilt was found in Pennsylvania and is in very good condition. The back is a bars pattern in calico fabric.

Category

Late 19th Century American Country Antique Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Cotton

19th Century Large Oval Papago Indian Basket
19th Century Large Oval Papago Indian Basket

19th Century Large Oval Papago Indian Basket

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This fine papago Indian weaving basket isin good condition with minor wear on the top trim area in two spots. See pics. This is quite unusual the oval shape.

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Late 19th Century American Adirondack Antique Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Hemp

Antique Brass Middle Eastern Dallah Arabic Coffee Pot
Antique Brass Middle Eastern Dallah Arabic Coffee Pot

Antique Brass Middle Eastern Dallah Arabic Coffee Pot

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

19th century antique Middle Eastern traditional Arabian tinned copper and brass Dallah coffee pot. Islamic Moorish coffee pot hand-hammered and chased c...

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Late 19th Century Omani Moorish Antique Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Brass, Copper

Wool Amish Saw Tooth Diamond Quilt From Penna.
Wool Amish Saw Tooth Diamond Quilt From Penna.

Wool Amish Saw Tooth Diamond Quilt From Penna.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Lancaster County wool Amish Saw tooth diamond in a square quilt circa 1930's in fine condition. Made by Mrs. Noah King for one of her daughters. Rebecca or Fanning. Princes Feather f...

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Wool

Nautical Sailboat or Yacht Model in Blue and White with Painted Wood Body, 1930s
Nautical Sailboat or Yacht Model in Blue and White with Painted Wood Body, 1930s

Nautical Sailboat or Yacht Model in Blue and White with Painted Wood Body, 1930s

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Beautiful model sailboat or yacht created from wood, brass, and canvas. The body is painted in a deep blue at the bottom with white edges. A brass propeller sits underneath. All on a...

Category

20th Century American American Classical Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Metal

20th C Original Painted Bank
20th C Original Painted Bank

20th C Original Painted Bank

Located in Los Angeles, CA

20th C original painted bank from Mexico. The bank is more Gray than the photos.

Category

20th Century Mexican Folk Art Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Pottery

19Thc Flying Geese Quilt
19Thc Flying Geese Quilt

19Thc Flying Geese Quilt

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19Thc flying geese or birds in flight quilt in bars format. This quilt is made from such amazing calico and bandana fabrics. The condition is mint with mi...

Category

19th Century American Adirondack Antique Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Cotton

Dated 1883 Masonic Flag Holder in Iron
Dated 1883 Masonic Flag Holder in Iron

Dated 1883 Masonic Flag Holder in Iron

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Masonic cast iron original black painted masonic flag holder with footed ball and claw feet. The condition is very good and strong.

Category

1880s American Folk Art Antique Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Collection of 5 Antique Wrought Iron Eel Forks
Collection of 5 Antique Wrought Iron Eel Forks

Collection of 5 Antique Wrought Iron Eel Forks

Located in Søborg, DK

A collection of 5 wrought iron eel forks from the 18th century. Extremely decorative and each one unique. Each one is a work of art. Sizes vary from 37 cm to 42 cm. Would look am...

Category

18th Century Danish Folk Art Antique Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Wrought Iron

19th Century Crazy Scrap Star Quilt
19th Century Crazy Scrap Star Quilt

19th Century Crazy Scrap Star Quilt

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This 19th century crazy strip star quilt has a burg calico back round and a homespun blue and white backing. Photos look odd but it is in good condition as found. It does have two li...

Category

1890s American Adirondack Antique Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Cotton

19th Century Original Surface Pueblo Child's Chair
19th Century Original Surface Pueblo Child's Chair

19th Century Original Surface Pueblo Child's Chair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19th century original old surface child's chair from the Pueblo in New Mexico. The construction is mortised on all sides.

Category

Late 19th Century American Country Antique Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Wood

19Thc Postage Stamp Chain Mounted Crib Quilt
19Thc Postage Stamp Chain Mounted Crib Quilt

19Thc Postage Stamp Chain Mounted Crib Quilt

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This 19Thc postage stamp Irish chain crib quilt is in fine condition and mounted on stretcher frame.It was found in Pennsylvania and is in red chain on a buttery yellow ground.

Category

Late 19th Century American Adirondack Antique Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Cotton, Wood

Four Large Bird Viechtauer Style Hand Carved Wood Black Forest Folk Art Germany
Four Large Bird Viechtauer Style Hand Carved Wood Black Forest Folk Art Germany

Four Large Bird Viechtauer Style Hand Carved Wood Black Forest Folk Art Germany

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Charming lot of four large German Carved Wooden Folk Art Bird, circa 1980s or Earlier A charming 20th-century carved wooden bird, beautifully handcrafted and mounted on its original...

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1980s German Black Forest Vintage Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Wood, Paint

Mid-20th Century Studio Pottery Vase, Charcoal Body, Drip Glaze
Mid-20th Century Studio Pottery Vase, Charcoal Body, Drip Glaze

Mid-20th Century Studio Pottery Vase, Charcoal Body, Drip Glaze

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Studio pottery vase with a dark matte charcoal body and a blue toned drip glaze. It features a bottle-neck shape with a narrow opening, ideal for single stems or small "weed" bouquet...

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

Materials

Ceramic

Napoleon III Late 19th Century Majolica Pig
Napoleon III Late 19th Century Majolica Pig

Napoleon III Late 19th Century Majolica Pig

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Napoleon III Late 19th Century Majolica Pig Unique piece purchased in France. Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos or message us with questions.

Category

Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Cheese Boards
Antique Cheese Boards

Antique Cheese Boards

Located in Chireno, TX

Antique cheese boards from France, dating to early 20th century. Heart-shaped handles carved into boards. Two available and sold individually, priced $7...

Category

Early 20th Century French French Provincial Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Pine

Amish Ohio Broken Dishes Quilt
Amish Ohio Broken Dishes Quilt

Amish Ohio Broken Dishes Quilt

Located in Los Angeles, CA

20thc rare Amish Holmes County, Ohio broken dishes quilt with double inner borders. This quilt is from the thirties and is very unusual pastel colors. The condition is very good.

Category

1930s American Adirondack Vintage Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Cotton

Geometric Navajo Indian Weaving Rug
Geometric Navajo Indian Weaving Rug

Geometric Navajo Indian Weaving Rug

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This hand Woven Navajo Indian weaving rug is most unusual with the circles and geometric pattern almost looks Mid-Century Modern. The condition is very good.

Category

Early 20th Century American Adirondack Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Wool

Framed Hand Sewn Patriotic Sham Made from a Flag and Ship Ribbons
Framed Hand Sewn Patriotic Sham Made from a Flag and Ship Ribbons

Framed Hand Sewn Patriotic Sham Made from a Flag and Ship Ribbons

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Great framed Folk Art sham with 48star flag and ship ribbons is a great patriotic item. The top left corner as well as the bottom right corner are scraps of a 48 star linen flag and in between them are ribbons of ships names that are sewn together in a collage. The American ships span three centuries of ships ribbons, from late 19th century to present day ships. As well as the "USS Utah" which was sunk during the attack on Pearl Harbor. This great and proud sham is not only a great American item but is a Symbol of hope and unity throughout the ages. Serves better as a hanging Folk Art...

Category

20th Century American Folk Art Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Plexiglass

19th Century Lady of the Lake Quilt with Chintz Border
19th Century Lady of the Lake Quilt with Chintz Border

19th Century Lady of the Lake Quilt with Chintz Border

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19th century fine pieced lady of the lake quilt with chintz border in really good condition. This is a new England quilt there is minor wear on the...

Category

19th Century American Adirondack Antique Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Cotton

1930s Broken Star Patriotic Quilt
1930s Broken Star Patriotic Quilt

1930s Broken Star Patriotic Quilt

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This finely quilted and pieced broken star quilt is in fine condition. It’s most unusual with the pink trailing color. Really works well with the red...

Category

Early 20th Century American Adirondack Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Cotton

19th Century Brass Sleigh Bells for Reindeer
19th Century Brass Sleigh Bells for Reindeer

19th Century Brass Sleigh Bells for Reindeer

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This pair of large brass sleigh bells are in amazing condition and retain the original leather strap. Make a fantastic bell sound.

Category

19th Century American Adirondack Antique Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Brass

Wood Black Forest Brienz Carved Figural Gnome Nutcracker German Antique, 1930s
Wood Black Forest Brienz Carved Figural Gnome Nutcracker German Antique, 1930s

Wood Black Forest Brienz Carved Figural Gnome Nutcracker German Antique, 1930s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Classic early 1930s Black Forest Brienz wood carved Nutcracker in form of a Gnome. Nice addition to your room or just for use it on your desk. Found at an Estate sale in Nuremberg, G...

Category

1930s German Black Forest Vintage Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Oil on Canvas Painting Depicting a View of Paris in Montparnasse Frame By Audry
Oil on Canvas Painting Depicting a View of Paris in Montparnasse Frame By Audry

Oil on Canvas Painting Depicting a View of Paris in Montparnasse Frame By Audry

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

This very nice oil on canvas painting depicts a view of Paris in a great Montparnasse frame. This is a French work signed Audry. Circa 1930

Category

1930s French Art Deco Vintage Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Canvas

Geometric Eye Dazzler Bolster Pillow
Geometric Eye Dazzler Bolster Pillow

Geometric Eye Dazzler Bolster Pillow

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This large eye dazzler bolster pillow has a black cotton linen backing. This brown and grey with black trim eye dazzler is in good condition.

Category

Early 20th Century American Navajo Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Wool

Antique Pram With Wicker Basket & Original Black Canopy From 1900s
Antique Pram With Wicker Basket & Original Black Canopy From 1900s

Antique Pram With Wicker Basket & Original Black Canopy From 1900s

Located in Lejre, DK

Antique pram from around 1900 with wicker basket and original canopy. The pram stands on a beautifully curved metal frame with large spoked wheels and wh...

Category

Early 1900s Danish Other Antique Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Metal

Antique English King Charles Cavalier Hand-Painted Dog Doorstop
Antique English King Charles Cavalier Hand-Painted Dog Doorstop

Antique English King Charles Cavalier Hand-Painted Dog Doorstop

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Form meets function with this King Charles Cavalier doorstop. This iconic English dog is believed to be made from plaster or similar material and is filled with sand. The pup wears a red collar with a lock at the front with a small chain leash draped over its back. It is painted in a light brown, with deep brown spots throughout. Use this to bring a touch of classic English decor...

Category

20th Century English Victorian Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Paint

1960s Dutch Papier Mache Blue Monster Carnival Parade Head
1960s Dutch Papier Mache Blue Monster Carnival Parade Head

1960s Dutch Papier Mache Blue Monster Carnival Parade Head

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Large hand-painted fiberglass carnival head depicting a grumpy blue demon monster character, complete with red hair, wide-set brown eyes, yellow tusk-like protrusions, and an open ci...

Category

1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Paper

North West Coast Indian Totem Pole
North West Coast Indian Totem Pole

North West Coast Indian Totem Pole

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This North West Coast Indian totem pole has fantastic carving and condition. It is unsigned or dated. Found in California. This table top totem...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Adirondack Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Inlaid Game Board, Oversize C. 1930
Inlaid Game Board, Oversize C. 1930

Inlaid Game Board, Oversize C. 1930

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This fine large over size game board is inlaid walnut & pine combo. It has an inner inlaid border and picture frame molding. The condition is very good.

Category

Early 20th Century American Adirondack Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Pine

Signed Dated Patriotic American Flag Painting
Signed Dated Patriotic American Flag Painting

Signed Dated Patriotic American Flag Painting

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Signed B. Donahue and dated 1969 Patriotic Flag painting. On the left side a cemetery honoring fallen heroes in war. To the Right of the flag is a seemi...

Category

1960s American Adirondack Vintage Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Canvas

19Thc Hand Carved Gentleman Sculpture / Whirlygig
19Thc Hand Carved Gentleman Sculpture / Whirlygig

19Thc Hand Carved Gentleman Sculpture / Whirlygig

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This amazing 19thc hand carved sculpture of a gentleman with a top hat and rotating arms.This is a very early carving from the Southern states of the mid 19thc.

Category

19th Century American Folk Art Antique Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Iron

19Thc Applique of Wreath of Roses From Pennsylvania
19Thc Applique of Wreath of Roses From Pennsylvania

19Thc Applique of Wreath of Roses From Pennsylvania

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19Thc Wreath of roses applique quilt from Pennsylvania in pristine condition.This quilt is finely appliqued & nice quilting.

Category

Late 19th Century American Folk Art Antique Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Cotton

19Thc Patriotic Triple Irish Chain
19Thc Patriotic Triple Irish Chain

19Thc Patriotic Triple Irish Chain

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19Thc Patriotic triple Irish chain quilt in fine condition.The quilting and piecing are very good. Found in Ohio.

Category

Late 19th Century American Country Antique Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Cotton

19Thc Mini Postage Stamp Chain Mounted Crib Quilt
19Thc Mini Postage Stamp Chain Mounted Crib Quilt

19Thc Mini Postage Stamp Chain Mounted Crib Quilt

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This fine tiny pieced 19thc postage stamp chain crib quilt on indigo blue calico ground and pink calico blocks with white calico blocks is in fine condition.This Pennsylvania beauty is a real gem for a quilt collector or folk art collection. It is sew on...

Category

19th Century American Folk Art Antique Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Cotton

19thc Early Pennsylvania Applique Quilt
19thc Early Pennsylvania Applique Quilt

19thc Early Pennsylvania Applique Quilt

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19Thc Early applique quilt from Pennsylvania in very good condition.This fine quilt is about 1860-1870 and very rare as well. This binding is most unusual and very rare to see red wi...

Category

19th Century American Adirondack Antique Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Cotton

19th Century Hand Blown Storage Jar
19th Century Hand Blown Storage Jar

19th Century Hand Blown Storage Jar

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This fantastic hand blown storage jar is in fine condition and has a curled under lip. Lots of bubbles and pontil on base.

Category

Mid-19th Century American Adirondack Antique Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Glass

Pair of Navajo Saddle Blanket Bolster Pillows
Pair of Navajo Saddle Blanket Bolster Pillows

Pair of Navajo Saddle Blanket Bolster Pillows

Located in Los Angeles, CA

These saddle blanket weaving's have red stars pattern in the end corner of each pillow. There are two pairs in inventory. The backing is in a black cotton linen. Condition is very go...

Category

1930s American Native American Vintage Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Wool

1930s Czechoslovak Art Deco Men’s Travel Shaving Kit in Leather Case
1930s Czechoslovak Art Deco Men’s Travel Shaving Kit in Leather Case

1930s Czechoslovak Art Deco Men’s Travel Shaving Kit in Leather Case

Located in Praha, CZ

A rare and stylish Art Deco men’s travel shaving set, produced in Czechoslovakia circa the 1930s. The kit is presented in its original textured leather case and includes a selection ...

Category

1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Navajo Indian Weaving Pillows, Pair
Navajo Indian Weaving Pillows, Pair

Navajo Indian Weaving Pillows, Pair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

These black and white with a grey ground are so unusual for Navajo weaving's. These pillows have a black cotton linen backing. The condition are pristine. Sold as a pair.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Adirondack Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Linen, Wool

Folky Hand Carved & Painted Decoy
Folky Hand Carved & Painted Decoy

Folky Hand Carved & Painted Decoy

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This hand carved & painted decoy from New England. Fine original painted with a great patina.

Category

Early 20th Century American Adirondack Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Set of Three, Vintage, French, Pierrot Boudoir Doll Faces from the 1920s
Set of Three, Vintage, French, Pierrot Boudoir Doll Faces from the 1920s

Set of Three, Vintage, French, Pierrot Boudoir Doll Faces from the 1920s

Located in Vienna, Austria

What a wonderful discovery, rare Pierrot doll faces from the 1920s . All three pieces are in very good condition with minor age related flaws. These fabri...

Category

1920s French Modern Vintage Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Textile

19th Century Unusual Sponge Ware Pottery Bucket
19th Century Unusual Sponge Ware Pottery Bucket

19th Century Unusual Sponge Ware Pottery Bucket

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This most unusual shape sponge ware pottery bucket is in very good condition. It has the original bail handle and in fine condition.

Category

19th Century American Adirondack Antique Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Pottery

Cinco De Mayo, Framed Mexican Serape, Santa Barbara, Calif
Cinco De Mayo, Framed Mexican Serape, Santa Barbara, Calif

Cinco De Mayo, Framed Mexican Serape, Santa Barbara, Calif

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This most unusual framed Serape / printed advertisement is most unusual . It is stamped " Cinco DE MAYO " CLEANERS / PROP. JOSE DIAZ PHONE WO -2-6561 506...

Category

20th Century American Adirondack Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Wool

Collection of Four 19th Century Sponge Ware Serving Platters
Collection of Four 19th Century Sponge Ware Serving Platters

Collection of Four 19th Century Sponge Ware Serving Platters

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This amazing collection of four 19th century sponge ware serving platters are in fantastic condition. These platters are so hard to find in pristine condition.

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19th Century American Adirondack Antique Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Porcelain

Frye "Boot" Advertising Sign For Harvard Square Tannery Shoe Store, ca. 1960s
Frye "Boot" Advertising Sign For Harvard Square Tannery Shoe Store, ca. 1960s

Frye "Boot" Advertising Sign For Harvard Square Tannery Shoe Store, ca. 1960s

Located in Peabody, MA

A hangable advertising icon for the Frye Boot Company in the form of an oversized leather boot, circa 1960s. This once hung in the renowned favorite Harvard Square Tannery shoe stor...

Category

1960s American Folk Art Vintage Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage Moroccan Leather Rectangular Pouf in Red and Black
Vintage Moroccan Leather Rectangular Pouf in Red and Black

Vintage Moroccan Leather Rectangular Pouf in Red and Black

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Large vintage red and black hand tooled leather Moroccan ottoman. Rectangular shape pouf in red and black leather embroidered with black and white silk threads. Handcrafted by skil...

Category

20th Century Moroccan Moorish Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Leather

Vintage Navajo Weaving Decorative Pillows
Vintage Navajo Weaving Decorative Pillows

Vintage Navajo Weaving Decorative Pillows

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful custom made Navajo weaving pillows. Nice bright colors. (red, white, and blue) new down and feather inserts.

Category

20th Century American Adirondack Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Wool

19th Century Sponge Ware Pottery Batter Bowl
19th Century Sponge Ware Pottery Batter Bowl

19th Century Sponge Ware Pottery Batter Bowl

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This 19th century pattern sponge ware pottery batter bowl is in fine condition. It is most unusual form and pottery type. This is a handmade pottery bowl.

Category

Late 19th Century American Country Antique Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Pottery

19th C Iron Chicago Trains
19th C Iron Chicago Trains

19th C Iron Chicago Trains

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of cast iron trains marked Chicago Rook Island & Pacific R. R. Good condition.

Category

Late 19th Century American Adirondack Antique Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Antique Applique Quilt with Swag Border
Antique Applique Quilt with Swag Border

Antique Applique Quilt with Swag Border

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This amazing autumn leaf applique quilt is in pristine condition and has a very unusual swag border. It comes to us from Southern Ohio from the family -mother that made the quilt. Th...

Category

20th Century American Adirondack Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Cotton

Navajo Indian Weaving Streak of Lighting Pillows
Navajo Indian Weaving Streak of Lighting Pillows

Navajo Indian Weaving Streak of Lighting Pillows

Located in Los Angeles, CA

These fantastic and detailed weaving pillows are in great as found condition. We are selling them in pairs at 950 a pair. The backings are in brown and tan cotton linen.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Navajo Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Wool

Native American Washo Basket
Native American Washo Basket

Native American Washo Basket

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Native American Washo basket in very good condition. Great form and patina.

Category

20th Century American Adirondack Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Natural Fiber

19th Century Decorative Change /Cigar Trays
19th Century Decorative Change /Cigar Trays

19th Century Decorative Change /Cigar Trays

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19th century decorative cigar tray given at bars as props/gift. These are in great condition with minor wear consistent of age and use. Each measure the same.

Category

19th Century American Other Antique Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Tin

1960s Dutch Papier Mache Extra Large Jovial Rasta Woman Carnival Parade Head
1960s Dutch Papier Mache Extra Large Jovial Rasta Woman Carnival Parade Head

1960s Dutch Papier Mache Extra Large Jovial Rasta Woman Carnival Parade Head

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mid-Century unique and wonderfully fun large painted papier mache carnival head. This extra large Jovial Rasta Woman head has an infectiously happy yet devious face. Traditionally wo...

Category

1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Paper

Navajo Indian Weaving Streak of Lighting Pillows
Navajo Indian Weaving Streak of Lighting Pillows

Navajo Indian Weaving Streak of Lighting Pillows

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This pair of Navajo saddle blanket pillows are in good condition and have black cotton linen backings.

Category

1940s American Navajo Vintage Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Wool

19th Century Decorated Stoneware Crock with Handles
19th Century Decorated Stoneware Crock with Handles

19th Century Decorated Stoneware Crock with Handles

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19th century original decorated stoneware crock with double handles in fine condition. Fantastic folky floral design.

Category

Mid-19th Century American Adirondack Antique Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Pottery

1930s Navajo Yei Pictorial Floor or Wall Weaving
1930s Navajo Yei Pictorial Floor or Wall Weaving

1930s Navajo Yei Pictorial Floor or Wall Weaving

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Seven figure pictorial Yei weaving. Bright colors, hand dyed yarns over natural cream background. Very little if any wear. Beautiful weaving! Great for floor or wall. Origin: Navajo...

Category

1930s American Native American Vintage Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Wool

Gilt Grand Tour Plaster Intaglio with Bust of a Man, 19th Century
Gilt Grand Tour Plaster Intaglio with Bust of a Man, 19th Century

Gilt Grand Tour Plaster Intaglio with Bust of a Man, 19th Century

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

This is a 19th-century Intaglio Tassie - A seal with the bust of a man on it. Thick gilt paper wrapped around the edge mimicking a frame. There are a few tiny faults in the mold but ...

Category

19th Century English Grand Tour Antique Unknown Folk Art

Materials

Plaster

Unknown folk art for sale on 1stDibs.

Unknown folk art are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of fabric and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Unknown folk art, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 1,446 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 51 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original folk art by Unknown were created in the folk art style in north america during the 20th century. Prices for Unknown folk art can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $75 and can go as high as $52,726, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $978.

Questions About Unknown Folk Art

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    Yes, paintings by unknown artists may be worth something in some cases. When a painting’s maker isn't a well-known artist or is completely anonymous, factors like the visual appeal, historical significance, previous ownership and condition will determine the value of a painting. A certified appraiser or experienced art dealer can evaluate your piece using these criteria and provide you with an estimated value for your art. Shop a wide range of paintings on 1stDibs.