Folk Art Statues
FOLK ART STYLE
Folk art is a genre of art that shares the creator’s traditions, offering not just an artistic display but an opportunity to learn about a culture. Antique, new and vintage folk art typically reflects a heritage or location. It can include utilitarian objects and handmade art as diverse as weather vanes, duck decoys, portraiture and paintings, carnival art and quilts.
Quilts are a quintessential part of American folk art but their roots are international, with quilting dating back to Ancient Egypt. The practice spread to Europe and was especially prominent in the Middle Ages, with one of the oldest surviving examples being the Tristan quilt made in Sicily in the 14th century. They were made as bedcovers and clothing, including as a layer for knights to wear beneath their armor. Native American folk art includes functional objects reflecting their heritage, such as baskets, textiles and wooden pieces.
Elsewhere, the vast range of work associated with Mexican folk art includes masks made by Mexican craftspeople for traditional celebrations and ceremonial dances. Mexican masks are part of the country’s folk-art traditions that go back thousands of years and play a role in festivals and theater.
Works in the folk art tradition are valuable because of the 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.
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 antique, new and vintage folk art on 1stDibs.
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Style: Folk Art
Period: Mid-20th Century
Early Stone Tiki Garden Statue on Base
By Tiki
Located in Ferndale, MI
Unique two pice garden statue. Tiki style form sits in stand. Most likely cast cement.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Statues
Materials
Cement
Cement Pagoda Garden Ornament
Located in New York, NY
Charming cast stone pagoda landscape ornament in 3 sections
Dimensions: 26.5" H x 11" W x 11" D.
Dealer: S138XX.
Category
Mid-20th Century Asian Folk Art Statues
Materials
Cement
Abstract Cubist Iron American Church Crucifix
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Vintage iron abstract cubist crucifix from American Church. Found in the midwest. Great detail. Quite heavy.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Statues
Materials
Iron
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Italian Stone Garden Sculpture of Roman Mythological Subject Aria
Located in Rome, IT
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Two Italian Stone Garden Sculptures of Apollo and Roman Goddess
Located in Rome, IT
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18th Century Hand-Carved Stone Lion Garden Statue from Europe
Located in Atlanta, GA
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Pipe Smoking Resting Vintage German Yard or Garden Gnome Statue, 1920s
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Located in Atlanta, GA
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Early Stone Tiki Garden Statue on Base
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Located in Ferndale, MI
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Materials
Cement
Rusty Whimsical Folk Art Welded Yard Art Duck Sculpture
Located in Ferndale, MI
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Vintage Cast Iron and Concrete Garden Duck
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Vintage concrete and garden duck with cast iron feet. Old original paint surface.
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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Statues
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Vintage Seal Water Feature, Garden Fountain
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
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Painted Cement Deer, France, circa 1950
Located in Culver City, CA
Painted cement deer, France, circa 1950
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Mid-20th Century French Folk Art Statues
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Sculpture of Hawk Perched Upon Tree
Located in Houston, TX
Sculpture of hawk perched upon tree, masterfully executed in concrete. Large scale and impressive, this evocative sculpture is suitable for display in both indoor and outdoor settings.
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Cement Lawn Jockey
Located in New York, NY
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Cement Dalmatian Garden Statuary
Located in New York, NY
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1960s American Vintage Folk Art Statues
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Pair of Poodle Sculptures
Located in Nantucket, MA
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Folk Art Statues
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Magnificent Carved Deer
Located in Katonah, NY
A monumental pair of carved stone recumbent deer in the naive style, with cast iron antlers, on rectangular integral bases.
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1940s French Vintage Folk Art Statues
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Cement Squirrel on Faux Bois Trunk-French
Located in Van Nuys, CA
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Folk Art statues for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique folk art statues for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage statues created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, decorative objects, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Folk Art statues made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Europe pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original statues, popular names associated with this style include and Gerald DiGiusto. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for statues differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $295 and tops out at $225,000 while the average work can sell for $6,000.
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