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Folk Art Decorative Baskets

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
Farmhouse Chicken Wire Egg Fruit Basket Carry All, Vintage Industrial Austria
Farmhouse Chicken Wire Egg Fruit Basket Carry All, Vintage Industrial Austria

Farmhouse Chicken Wire Egg Fruit Basket Carry All, Vintage Industrial Austria

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Beautiful chicken wire made Basket, circa 1930s. Made of wire and wooden handles. Found at an estate sale in Vienna, Austria. Nice addition to any Country Kitchen. Size given in meas...

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1930s Austrian Vintage Folk Art Decorative Baskets

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Metal, Wire

1960's Double-Sided Owl Umbrella Stand/ Sculpture
1960's Double-Sided Owl Umbrella Stand/ Sculpture

1960's Double-Sided Owl Umbrella Stand/ Sculpture

Located in North Miami, FL

so WHIMSICAL, this lovely owl themed umbrella stand is made of woven wicker and decorated with carved wood trim and face. Balsa wood makes up its feathers AND glass eyes. This is D...

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1960s French Vintage Folk Art Decorative Baskets

Materials

Wicker, Wood

Vintage Splint Bamboo Rattan Woven Storage Ikebana Basket
Vintage Splint Bamboo Rattan Woven Storage Ikebana Basket

Vintage Splint Bamboo Rattan Woven Storage Ikebana Basket

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

The vintage basket features square base and rounded top. The top is reinforced with bent bamboo, wrapped and braided with splints; two carved wooden legs are attached to the wooden ...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Folk Art Decorative Baskets

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker

Vintage Large American Hand Woven Gathering Buttocks Basket
Vintage Large American Hand Woven Gathering Buttocks Basket

Vintage Large American Hand Woven Gathering Buttocks Basket

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage or antique oversized gathering basket features traditional rib or buttocks shape with the bent wood ring rim and handle. The plaited splints are carefully interwoven to carry...

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20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Baskets

Materials

Wicker, Oak

Nantucket basket attributed to the Coffin School, 1900's
Nantucket basket attributed to the Coffin School, 1900's

Nantucket basket attributed to the Coffin School, 1900's

Located in Kenilworth, IL

A classic vintage Nantucket berry basket with a turned hardwood base, scored with double incised circles. The base captures 41 curved ash stays woven together with split bamboo, and ...

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20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Baskets

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Bamboo, Hardwood, Ash

Vintage Vietnamese Backpack Basket
Vintage Vietnamese Backpack Basket

Vintage Vietnamese Backpack Basket

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Vintage Vietnamese Backpack Basket. A woven form starting with a square bamboo base tapering up to an open round sturdy mouth with a a smooth interior surface, specifically used in t...

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Late 20th Century Vietnamese Folk Art Decorative Baskets

Materials

Bamboo

Japanese Woven Bamboo Morikago Basket Suruga Sensuji Style, Vintage
Japanese Woven Bamboo Morikago Basket Suruga Sensuji Style, Vintage

Japanese Woven Bamboo Morikago Basket Suruga Sensuji Style, Vintage

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage woven Morikago basket features shallow open basket shape with wide rim. The wider bamboo strips that form the complex pattern on the bottom of the basket and divide into 4 th...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Folk Art Decorative Baskets

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker

19th Century French Folk Art Storage Basket
19th Century French Folk Art Storage Basket

19th Century French Folk Art Storage Basket

Located in Allerum, SE

Unusually large 19th century French folk art storage basket. coiled construction with straw and bark. Ca 1890 France.

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19th Century French Antique Folk Art Decorative Baskets

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Straw

Large Early 20th Century Hand Woven Winnowing Basket Folk Art Wall Sculpture
Large Early 20th Century Hand Woven Winnowing Basket Folk Art Wall Sculpture

Large Early 20th Century Hand Woven Winnowing Basket Folk Art Wall Sculpture

Located in Red Lion, PA

Large Early 20th Century Asian Hand-Woven Winnowing Basket – Folk Art Wall Sculpture This large early 20th century hand-woven winnowing basket is a striking example of traditional A...

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Early 20th Century Asian Folk Art Decorative Baskets

Materials

Rattan

American Woven Tinted Wicker Storage Basket, 1989
American Woven Tinted Wicker Storage Basket, 1989

American Woven Tinted Wicker Storage Basket, 1989

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage woven storage basket features a traditional rounded shape with reinforced rim. The body of the basket is decorated with abstract geomentic color-block elements, formed by uti...

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1980s American Vintage Folk Art Decorative Baskets

Materials

Wicker

Vintage Adirondack Folk Art Traditional Tiered Storage Basket
Vintage Adirondack Folk Art Traditional Tiered Storage Basket

Vintage Adirondack Folk Art Traditional Tiered Storage Basket

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage traditional multi-tiered basket consists of two baskets that are connected by a woven flat panel; structural stays and handle make the basket sturdy and allow it to stand by ...

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20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Baskets

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Nantucket Purse with Painted Seascape on Top, by Barbara Grey, circa 1995
Nantucket Purse with Painted Seascape on Top, by Barbara Grey, circa 1995

Nantucket Purse with Painted Seascape on Top, by Barbara Grey, circa 1995

Located in Nantucket, MA

Vintage Nantucket Purse by Barbara Grey, circa 1995, a covered oval Nantucket basket, with cane weave on rattan staves, braided leather shoulder strap, turned bone peg, and having a ...

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1990s American Folk Art Decorative Baskets

Materials

Cane, Rattan, Wood

Nantucket Cocktail Purse by Jose Formoso Reyes, circa 1950
Nantucket Cocktail Purse by Jose Formoso Reyes, circa 1950

Nantucket Cocktail Purse by Jose Formoso Reyes, circa 1950

By Jose Formoso Reyes

Located in Nantucket, MA

Nantucket Cocktail Purse by Jose Formoso Reyes, circa 1950, a very early Nantucket diminutive oval woven purse made during the first few years Reyes was m...

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1950s American Vintage Folk Art Decorative Baskets

Materials

Cane, Rattan, Pine

Japanese Tall Ikebana Basket, Bamboo, Suruga Sensuji Style
Japanese Tall Ikebana Basket, Bamboo, Suruga Sensuji Style

Japanese Tall Ikebana Basket, Bamboo, Suruga Sensuji Style

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage bamboo Ikebana basket features tall cylindrical shape with prominent rounded handle. The basket is woven of thin round bamboo strips that are secured with light brown fiber, ...

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1960s Japanese Vintage Folk Art Decorative Baskets

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Japanese Flat Ikebana Basket, Bamboo, Suruga Sensuji Style
Japanese Flat Ikebana Basket, Bamboo, Suruga Sensuji Style

Japanese Flat Ikebana Basket, Bamboo, Suruga Sensuji Style

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage bamboo Ikebana basket features an elongated, flattened form with prominent rounded handle. The basket is woven of thin round bamboo strips that are secured with transparent ...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Folk Art Decorative Baskets

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Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Antique Native American Sweet Grass Basket with Lid in Pink and Green
Antique Native American Sweet Grass Basket with Lid in Pink and Green

Antique Native American Sweet Grass Basket with Lid in Pink and Green

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A six-sided woven sweet grass decorative basket in brown, with bright green and pink decorative design. This basket is created from tightly woven sweet grass. Sweet Grass holds deep ...

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20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Baskets

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Natural Fiber

20th Century African Woven Basket
20th Century African Woven Basket

20th Century African Woven Basket

Located in Winnetka, IL

Handwoven African basket made from natural plant fibers, featuring a tightly constructed structure and bold geometric patterning. The surface is composed of dyed reeds in rich tones ...

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Mid-20th Century African Folk Art Decorative Baskets

Materials

Natural Fiber

Large Split Oak American Spale Gathering Basket
Large Split Oak American Spale Gathering Basket

Large Split Oak American Spale Gathering Basket

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage or antique oversized basket in a traditional spale shape features a bent wood ring rim with handles on each side. The basket is formed of a split oak with graphic weave patte...

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Baskets

Materials

Wood, Oak, Beads

Large Antique Northern Swedish Woven Birch Root Decorative Basket with Handle
Large Antique Northern Swedish Woven Birch Root Decorative Basket with Handle

Large Antique Northern Swedish Woven Birch Root Decorative Basket with Handle

Located in Kramfors, SE

Large antique root basket from northern Sweden. The basket is woven with birch root around the 1880s and is unusually large. Good vintage condition with some minor marks and traces o...

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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Baskets

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Birch

Oversized Handmade Japanese Ikebana Floor Basket
Oversized Handmade Japanese Ikebana Floor Basket

Oversized Handmade Japanese Ikebana Floor Basket

Located in Malibu, CA

Vintage Japanese Ikebana Floor Basket. The basket features a unique design with a woven background & high-quality bamboo with freestyle form embellishing the underneath basket. S...

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20th Century Japanese Folk Art Decorative Baskets

Materials

Reed, Bamboo

Large Vintage Asian Wood and Bamboo Basket Tribal Decor
Large Vintage Asian Wood and Bamboo Basket Tribal Decor

Large Vintage Asian Wood and Bamboo Basket Tribal Decor

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Large vintage basket features hand-woven split bamboo tribal decor with multiple bands of abstract motifs. The large-scale basket is constructed with a bamboo and wood structured bas...

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20th Century Southeast Asian Folk Art Decorative Baskets

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Pair of Woven Tortoiseshell Split Bamboo Baskets Trays, Vintage
Pair of Woven Tortoiseshell Split Bamboo Baskets Trays, Vintage

Pair of Woven Tortoiseshell Split Bamboo Baskets Trays, Vintage

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Pair of octagonal trays or flat baskets features the octagonal form with traditional Folk Art style complex pattern and reinforced sides, constructed of wider, sturdy split bamboo st...

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20th Century Chinese Folk Art Decorative Baskets

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker

Open Round Nantucket Lightship Basket by Sherwin Boyer
Open Round Nantucket Lightship Basket by Sherwin Boyer

Open Round Nantucket Lightship Basket by Sherwin Boyer

By Sherwin P. Boyer 1

Located in Nantucket, MA

With a dark rich patina. Made with oak staves, handle and a mahogany base. In excellent condition. Attributed to Sherwin Porter Boyer (1907-1964). Measures: 6”.    

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Mid-20th Century North American Folk Art Decorative Baskets

Materials

Brass

Japanese Tall Bamboo Ikebana Basket with Tinted Handle, Suruga Sensuji Style
Japanese Tall Bamboo Ikebana Basket with Tinted Handle, Suruga Sensuji Style

Japanese Tall Bamboo Ikebana Basket with Tinted Handle, Suruga Sensuji Style

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage bamboo Ikebana basket features tall cylindrical shape with prominent rounded handle. The basket is woven of thin round bamboo strips that are secured with burned or tinted b...

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1960s Japanese Vintage Folk Art Decorative Baskets

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Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

American Folk Art Metal Basket of Beaded Fruit, Early 20th Century
American Folk Art Metal Basket of Beaded Fruit, Early 20th Century

American Folk Art Metal Basket of Beaded Fruit, Early 20th Century

Located in Downingtown, PA

American Folk Art metal basket of beaded fruit, Basket early 20th Century, fruit 1940s-60s. The dramatic early 20th Century metal openwork basket cont...

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20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Baskets

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Metal

Vintage Rattan and Plant Fibers Rounded Woven Hanging Ikebana Basket
Vintage Rattan and Plant Fibers Rounded Woven Hanging Ikebana Basket

Vintage Rattan and Plant Fibers Rounded Woven Hanging Ikebana Basket

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage hand-woven ikebana or display basket features rounded shape with demilune front, and straight back; the form is convenient for hanging the basket on the wall or displaying it...

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20th Century Folk Art Decorative Baskets

Materials

Wicker, Rattan, Wood

Woven Hinged Lid Picnic Basket with Handles
Woven Hinged Lid Picnic Basket with Handles

Woven Hinged Lid Picnic Basket with Handles

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage woven picnic basket with solid lid on hinge and handles This basket is a classic shape and texture and would be a great "cottagecore" addition to many rooms. Unique storage for dog toys...

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Mid-20th Century Folk Art Decorative Baskets

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Wood

1930's American Handwoven Tall Market Basket
1930's American Handwoven Tall Market Basket

1930's American Handwoven Tall Market Basket

Located in Red Lion, PA

This charming 1930s American handwoven tall market basket is a beautiful example of early 20th-century craftsmanship. Woven from natural splint materials and framed with firm bentwoo...

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1930s American Vintage Folk Art Decorative Baskets

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Bentwood

American Folk Art Apple Shaped Woven Tinted Small Basket with Lid
American Folk Art Apple Shaped Woven Tinted Small Basket with Lid

American Folk Art Apple Shaped Woven Tinted Small Basket with Lid

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage or antique decorative storage basket features traditional weaving technique with soft rims on the body and the lid. The hand-crafted basket is formed to resemble an apple whe...

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Baskets

Materials

Natural Fiber, Wicker

Wooden Octagonal Tramp or Folk Art Basket, 20th Century
Wooden Octagonal Tramp or Folk Art Basket, 20th Century

Wooden Octagonal Tramp or Folk Art Basket, 20th Century

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

An octagonal decorative wooden tramp art basket. Created from popsicle sticks, this basket is lightweight, perfect for holding remotes or other odds and en...

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20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Baskets

Materials

Wood

Collection of  vintage Swedish handwoven straw Christmas ornaments.
Collection of  vintage Swedish handwoven straw Christmas ornaments.

Collection of vintage Swedish handwoven straw Christmas ornaments.

Located in Boden, SE

Collection of vintage Swedish handwoven straw Christmas ornaments. The tradition of using straw for Christmas decorations has deep roots in Swedish culture, dating back to ancient ...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Folk Art Decorative Baskets

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Straw

Chinese Woven Bamboo Carrying Basket with Blessings, c. 1920s
Chinese Woven Bamboo Carrying Basket with Blessings, c. 1920s

Chinese Woven Bamboo Carrying Basket with Blessings, c. 1920s

Located in Chicago, IL

This lacquered carrying basket from the early 20th century is an exquisite example of Chinese basketry. Impressive in scale and detail, the basket is expertly woven of thin bamboo st...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Folk Art Decorative Baskets

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Bamboo

Vintage American Splint Wicker Storage Ikebana Basket with Feet
Vintage American Splint Wicker Storage Ikebana Basket with Feet

Vintage American Splint Wicker Storage Ikebana Basket with Feet

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

The vintage basket features square base and rounded top. The top is reinforced with carved bent wooden pieces, wrapped with splints; four carved wooden legs are attached to the woode...

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20th Century Folk Art Decorative Baskets

Materials

Wicker, Wood, Ash

Vintage Rattan and Twisted Root Woven Ikebana Basket
Vintage Rattan and Twisted Root Woven Ikebana Basket

Vintage Rattan and Twisted Root Woven Ikebana Basket

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage hand-woven ikebana basket features rounded shape with asymmetrical rim; the form is convenient for displaying it on a shelf, fireplace mantel, or a table. A prominent handle...

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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Baskets

Materials

Wicker, Wood, Rattan

Fringed Navajo Weaving Rug
Fringed Navajo Weaving Rug

Fringed Navajo Weaving Rug

By Navajo Indian Art

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This fine weaving resembles a Germantown weaving but were not sure of its origin.It is in pristine condition and very unusual color and pattern.

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Baskets

Materials

Wool

Bamboo Wicker & Wood Large Storage Basket with Owl Lid
Bamboo Wicker & Wood Large Storage Basket with Owl Lid

Bamboo Wicker & Wood Large Storage Basket with Owl Lid

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage Chinoiserie style large lidded storage basket features a cylindrical body, done in complex weave with pronounced rib structure, creating a sturdy base for the applied decor....

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20th Century Asian Folk Art Decorative Baskets

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Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Antique American Folk Art Wood Bucket Painted
Antique American Folk Art Wood Bucket Painted

Antique American Folk Art Wood Bucket Painted

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Gorgeous antique American folk art wood bucket with lid painted green and with cow figurines collage.

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1940s American Vintage Folk Art Decorative Baskets

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Wood

Large Antique Wicker Boulangerie Basket
Large Antique Wicker Boulangerie Basket

Large Antique Wicker Boulangerie Basket

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Large antique handmade wicker market Boulangerie basket.

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1950s American Vintage Folk Art Decorative Baskets

Materials

Wicker

Very Large Wall Basket, Straw and Leather, African Folk Art 1970
Very Large Wall Basket, Straw and Leather, African Folk Art 1970

Very Large Wall Basket, Straw and Leather, African Folk Art 1970

Located in ROUEN, Normandie

Large African wall-hanging basket, Circa 1970. This large decorative basket comes from Africa, purchased by one of my clients during a trip to Ethiopia in the 70s. It is made of han...

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Mid-20th Century Ethiopian Folk Art Decorative Baskets

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Leather, Straw

19th Century Small Swedish Folk Art Woven Basket
19th Century Small Swedish Folk Art Woven Basket

19th Century Small Swedish Folk Art Woven Basket

Located in Kramfors, SE

Northern Swedish small folk art basket made during the mid 1800s. The basket has the original paint. Handmade from tree roots that are braided. Good antique condition consistent with...

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Baskets

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Organic Material

Set of two Swedish Root Basket from 19th-20th century
Set of two Swedish Root Basket from 19th-20th century

Set of two Swedish Root Basket from 19th-20th century

Located in Farsta, SE

Set of two Swedish Root Basket from 19th-20th century Made from pine and spruce roots, these are very strong yet lightweight, with a beautiful pattern on the bottom. Height: 12-14....

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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Baskets

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Pine, Spruce

Swedish 19th century antique rustic country woven pine basket  original paint
Swedish 19th century antique rustic country woven pine basket  original paint

Swedish 19th century antique rustic country woven pine basket original paint

Located in Boden, SE

Swedish 19th century woven pine basket circa 1890. Beautiful rustic made pine basket using strips of pine fixed into a pine frame. Complete with original lid. Beautiful original pai...

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Early 20th Century Swedish Folk Art Decorative Baskets

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Pine

19thc Green Painted Hiney  Basket
19thc Green Painted Hiney  Basket

19thc Green Painted Hiney Basket

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19Thc Original dark green painted hiney basket in fine undisturbed painted surface.This basket comes to East Meets West Antiques from a private folk art collection.This basket is in...

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19th Century American Antique Folk Art Decorative Baskets

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Wood

Woven Porcupine Wood Decorative Basket
Woven Porcupine Wood Decorative Basket

Woven Porcupine Wood Decorative Basket

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A decorative "Porcupine" woven wood basket with a handle. Dimensions: 15.5" Wide 12.5" Deep 15" Tall.   

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20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Baskets

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Wood

Large Round Green and Brown Woven Basket, Mexico
Large Round Green and Brown Woven Basket, Mexico

Large Round Green and Brown Woven Basket, Mexico

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A large round woven natural fiber basket in green. Handmade in Mexico by local artisans, this beauty will be fantastic hanging on a wall in a grouping of other baskets, or on a table...

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20th Century Mexican Folk Art Decorative Baskets

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Natural Fiber

1940s Burmese Lacquered Red Tray Large Size Bamboo Thai Stand
1940s Burmese Lacquered Red Tray Large Size Bamboo Thai Stand

1940s Burmese Lacquered Red Tray Large Size Bamboo Thai Stand

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Early 20th century large Burmese lacquered bamboo tray handcrafted red Thai lacquered rattan footed stand. This Thai features a drum shape circular tray top sitting above a body rhythmically accented with spindle motifs, the ensemble resting on a confirming plinth. Burmese (Myanmar) lacquer ware has a long tradition dating back to the 13th century. Lacquer in Burma is called “Thitsi” meaning the sap of a Thitsi Tree (Melanhorrea Usitata). Typically, bamboo and wood are used as a frame or base in making lacquer work. This table tray stand called a “Dang lan”. This stand is constructed with woven bamboo that is then applied with many layers of lacquer. Black lacquered frame covered with red lacquer. A large high quality handcrafted wooden elevated tray...

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Mid-20th Century Thai Folk Art Decorative Baskets

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Rattan, Wood, Paper, Bamboo

1940s Day Basket Co. Handwoven White Oak Long Market Basket with Stamped Handle
1940s Day Basket Co. Handwoven White Oak Long Market Basket with Stamped Handle

1940s Day Basket Co. Handwoven White Oak Long Market Basket with Stamped Handle

Located in Red Lion, PA

1940s Day Basket Co. Handwoven White Oak Long Market Basket with Stamped Handle This charming 1940s handwoven market basket by the Day Basket Company of Maryland is a beautiful and ...

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1940s American Vintage Folk Art Decorative Baskets

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Oak

19th Century Swedish Folk Art Bentwood Basket
19th Century Swedish Folk Art Bentwood Basket

19th Century Swedish Folk Art Bentwood Basket

Located in Allerum, SE

Unusually large and rare 19th century Swedish folk art bentwood box with a lid. Ca 1800, Sweden.

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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Baskets

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Wood

Petite Chinese Rice Measure, c. 1900
Petite Chinese Rice Measure, c. 1900

Petite Chinese Rice Measure, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

This rustic, wooden container is an early 20th century rice measure, used to portion out servings of dry rice and other grains. In keeping with the larger rice measures used at marke...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Folk Art Decorative Baskets

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Pine

Japanese Tall Ikebana Basket, Bamboo & Black Accents, Suruga Sensuji Style
Japanese Tall Ikebana Basket, Bamboo & Black Accents, Suruga Sensuji Style

Japanese Tall Ikebana Basket, Bamboo & Black Accents, Suruga Sensuji Style

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage bamboo Ikebana basket features tall cylindrical shape with prominent rounded handle. The basket is woven of thin round bamboo strips that are secured with black fiber, addin...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Folk Art Decorative Baskets

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Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker

Woven Tribal Basket Vase in Brown and Black
Woven Tribal Basket Vase in Brown and Black

Woven Tribal Basket Vase in Brown and Black

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A small woven basket shaped like a vase. Woven with natural fibers in geometric patterns, this small decorative piece of folk art would be beautiful...

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20th Century Mexican Folk Art Decorative Baskets

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Wicker

Large American Indian Pima Basket
Large American Indian Pima Basket

Large American Indian Pima Basket

Located in Los Angeles, CA

American Indian hand woven and dyed Pima basket made from devils grass and hemp. Wonderful sunflower pattern on both sides of the basket. Great sturdy and well made basket. Great con...

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Baskets

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Hemp

Set of Three Antique Dutch/Flemish Herring Barrels with Original Inscriptions
Set of Three Antique Dutch/Flemish Herring Barrels with Original Inscriptions

Set of Three Antique Dutch/Flemish Herring Barrels with Original Inscriptions

Located in Antwerp, BE

Set of Three Antique Dutch/Flemish Herring Barrels with Original Inscriptions, Late 19th Century A rare set of three antique wooden herring barrels (haringtonnen), originating from the Netherlands or Flanders, late 19th century. These charming folk art barrels were traditionally used in fish shops and village groceries to store and sell salted herring. Each barrel is made of wooden staves bound with wooden hoops and comes with its original removable lid. Remnants of hand-painted inscriptions and price markings remain visible, including “18 centen den ½ kilo” (18 cents per half kilo), referring to the historical retail price of herring. The barrels show a rich patina and authentic wear consistent with use and age. Such early shop fittings and objects of everyday folk culture are increasingly rare and today make wonderful decorative accents. Perfect for collectors of maritime antiques, rustic interiors, and antique kitchenalia. Barrel 1: Ø 31 cm (12.2 in) x H 23 cm (9 in) Barrel 2: Ø 30 cm (11.8 in) x H 23 cm (9 in) Barrel 3: Ø 23 cm (9 in) x H 16 cm (6.3 in) Period: Late 19th Century Place of Origin: Netherlands / Flanders Condition: Good antique condition with wear, scratches, and paint losses consistent with age and use. Lids fit loosely, as typical for old coopered barrels. Unmatched on 1stdibs – no other Dutch or Flemish herring barrels are currently available, making this complete set exceptionally rare. Antique herring barrels, antique haringtonnen, Dutch folk art, Flemish folk art, 19th century barrels, rustic storage containers, antique wooden barrels...

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Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Folk Art Decorative Baskets

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Wood

Nantucket Lightship Basket, Made by Davis Hall on the South Shoal Lightship
Nantucket Lightship Basket, Made by Davis Hall on the South Shoal Lightship

Nantucket Lightship Basket, Made by Davis Hall on the South Shoal Lightship

Located in Nantucket, MA

Oval Nantucket lightship basket with shaped oak swing handle ending in carved round “lollipop” ends and brass ears. Remnants of the original paper label remains on the bottom. Made...

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Late 19th Century North American Antique Folk Art Decorative Baskets

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Cane, Rattan, Oak

American Indian Hand Woven Basket w/Geometric Motif
American Indian Hand Woven Basket w/Geometric Motif

American Indian Hand Woven Basket w/Geometric Motif

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Hand made Pima Indian basket from hemp and a devils grass. Hand dyed fibers create a wonderful geometric pattern. Tightly woven and in great condition.

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Baskets

Materials

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Folk Art decorative baskets for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique folk art decorative baskets 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 decorative baskets created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, folk art, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with natural fiber, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Folk Art decorative baskets 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 decorative baskets, popular names associated with this style include Sherwin P. Boyer, and Jose Formoso Reyes. 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 decorative baskets differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $75 and tops out at $40,000 while the average work can sell for $1,050.