Folk Art Decorative Objects

Abstract Modernist Wood Inlay / Marquetry Figure wall plaque. Hand executed..Art Deco , African influenced.Several mixed species of exotic woods.

This large and substantial sculpture of a horse's head is unsigned, but believed to have been made in Canada in circa 1980. The sculpture is made completely of pieces of driftwood...

Pair of Chinese vintage carved and painted horn eagles or hawks with an alluring, stylized interpretation of these majestic birds of prey.

18/19 th century snuff box Probably France Folk art Handcarved in solid wood box On the top a crucifixion scene in openwork technique On the sides extremely fine handcarved architu...

Vintage or antique cast iron door stop features a pair of long hairs with polychrome painted decor. The realistically sculpted cats are depicted sitting with their heads slightly li...

Great decorative Moroccan Tribal flask.. African decorative brass with front richly decorated with embossed brass and overlay. The valve stem turns and open. Truly a conversation mu...

Royal Doulton The Mendicant, Moroccan figurine of a man wearing a turban and playing a tamburine. High glazed, finely modeled bone china with exquisi...

Turuza Wauja Sculptural Bench Kamalu Hai, 2021 Brazilian wood Magono natural pigment based on "jenipapo" and "urucum" and snail shell. Carved from solid Piranheira wood and adorned ...

Beautiful 1930s Austrian horse toy. Wonderful patina.

Made by the Yoruba Tribe from Benin they date back to the 19th century. Created for the royal family.

A beautifully worn serving tray handmade in Sweden in the 19th century. Made of wood and with original paint. Owners mark carved underneath.

This petite keepsake box with a swivel lid is crafted in the tradition of Indian bidri-ware, with a dark metal body decorated with simple silver inlay. Composed of a zinc and copper ...

Large antique handmade wicker market Boulangerie basket.

Scandinavian hand painted folk art pine box circa 1850. Fine example of traditional Swedish hand painted woodenware. Slight dome topped lid which opens to reveal a unfitted interio...

Sculptural Norwegian Hand-Carved Birch Trough Telemark, Early 20th Century Exceptional hand-carved wooden trough originating from Telemark, Norway, early 20th century. Sculpted from...

This open brass box was originally the case of an early 20th century betel box set from Indonesia, filled with small containers that held the individual ingredients of a betel quid. ...

- rare collection of 3 wide heads from 18th century to 19th century - antiques from the period 1980-1910 - beautiful patina with traces of old craftsmanship

A rare and highly evocative mid-19th century Swedish wooden scoop or grain spade, carved by hand from a single block of oak and dating to circa 1850. Originally a humble agricultura...

Hand-carved from reclaimed wood, this colorful koi fish is a traditional symbol of harmony, wealth and luck. The rustic fish is carved with a squat, rounded body, the scales and fins...

Round hand carved Swedish root wood bowl, dating to 19th century. Retains remnants of early paint, markings and beautiful burled root grain. Note: Regional differences in humidity a...

Turuza Wauja Sculpture Tamanduá, 2022 Mogno wood, graphics in natural pigments and snail shell 15 x 72 x 11 cm 5 91/100 x 28 7/20 x 4 33/100 in Carved from solid Piranheira wood and...

19th Century Nantucket Lightship Basket by Capt. Thomas James (1811 - 1885), circa 1870, a round open swing-handled basket having cane weave on rattan staves with beveled edges, pine...

A beautiful piece of studio pottery, this round clay vase will add interest to any space. It is created from clay, and glazed in brown on the bottom, a...

Arts and Crafts Leather Model of an Elephant This is a rare and beautiful find from the early part of the 20th Century, it was made for Liberty and is known as “Junior Bull” This ...

Ceramica D'Amore Vietri Italian hand-painted ceramic pottery candle holder. Handcrafted in Italy circa 1960s. Italian small round ceramic candle holder hand decorated with a geometri...

A one of a kind, small articulated mannequin, made with the percussion hammers of a piano. The metaphisically shaped feet and face, are made from dampers: these are wooden blocks co...

This set of red lacquer trays are components of an early 20th century Burmese betel box (kun-it). A blend of betel leaves, areca nuts, slaked lime, and sometimes tobacco, betel quid ...

- Hand built decorative fish sculpture - made of clay collected from the potter's surroundings. - decorative motifs painted with a goat hair brush made by the potter to apply natur...

Vintage cotton elephant, covered in Indian textiles, retailed in the 1950s by Harrods. Interior frame composed of wire and straw. Textiles originally s...

A wonderfully characterful hand-carved wooden pig, executed in a bold, rustic folk art style. The form is simplified yet expressive, with sturdy legs, a gently lowered head, and a so...

Early 20th century American double sided whirligig figure A brilliant example of early 20th century American Folk Art. In the form of a hand carved wooden double sided whirligig f...

Late 19th century American carnival wagon or band organ female head carving. Very detailed wood carving with great old white painted surface. Presented on a...

19th century carved pine folk art farmer and his oxen model We are proud to offer a unique example of a late 19th century hand carved pine folk art model of a farmer and his oxen. R...

For your consideration, a hand-painted enameled pewter frog trinket box accented with green Austrian crystals and a gold-tone finish.It features a hinged opening, designed to store s...

Vintage Brazilian hand carved Ironwood sculpture of a whale and a shark. Hand carved Brazilian sculpture hand crafted in amazing detail from one of...

This enchanting vintage basket is a masterful example of the traditional Shanghai weave, showcasing the intricate artistry of Chinese basketry. The oval-shaped box is meticulously ha...

Vintage pair of American wood women shoe form molds mounted as bookends Vintage wooden shoe making mold from the 1930s. A pair of shoe form converted to bookends, these well carved solid wood shoe mould would have been used to make handmade shoes. These molds were traditionally made for each customer and would be used each time they came into the cobbler for a new pair of shoes. They are in good original condition with the patina and metal that shows age. Cobbler molds size 6.5 B model 258 Made from solid wood, I love these moulds because of their individual nature but also they are almost a piece of sculpture. Since the shoe form themselves were used as molds to make shoes, there are pin-pricks and wear present from frequent use in addition to naturally aged patina. They work well as bookends or simply as tabletop sculptures. These elegant women wooden shoes bookends form mold make a great addition to your vintage decor. Vintage hand carved wood cobbler shoe molds...

Full Size 1950s Model Divers helmet, shop display piece The Helmet is a Rare Piece of Chandlery Shop Display, the helmet is a full size piece made in...

Hand-carved wooden pipe holder with twelve slots for pipes (circa 1930s, USA). Crude design (figures themselves are ambiguously two dogs meeting at the jaws). Nice patina/age present...

A rare imported commodity, glass beads have been a symbol of wealth and importance in south African cultures for centuries, and were exclusively distributed by the region's oba (king). As beads become gradually more accessible throughout the 19th century, they began to displace the organic materials used in traditional art and attire. This colorful example of African beadwork is a fertility doll...

This ornately hand-carved picture frame is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from Eastern Europe, and date to approximately 1920 and done in a Folk Art style. The frame is co...

Great decorative Moroccan Berber Tuareg metal brass powder flask. African decorative brass with front richly decorated with Moorish embossed brass ocverlay. Moroccan tribal powder fl...

Scandinavian Modern Iittala style black and white glazed ceramic chicken, handmade in the USA. Life-size stylized chicken animal sculpture for any interior design. A-595-335  

Antique Folk Art Carved Wood Black and White 13" Mallard Duck Decoy with Glass Eyes. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 6" H x 13" W x 6" D

English brown wicker dog kennel or pet carrier (circa 1900-1910), rare large-scale and in good condition. Forged iron door and latch loop. Door openi...

A Whimsical Decoupage and Painted Dairy Farm Milk Jug with a Sweet Folk Art Design.. would make a Great Umbrella Stand. Unknown artist ... age approximate.

Richly textured with whimsical appeal, this late 20th century wooden crow is a delightful example of naive American sculpture. Poised mid-caw, the crow's wings are outstretched, read...

A striking example of early American folk art, the hand carved wooden horse sculpture dates to the early 20th century and showcases the rustic charm and character of outsider crafts...

Turuza Wauja – Two-headed Bird Sculpture-Bench, 2024 Hand-carved by Indigenous Wauja artisans from the Xingu region in Brazil, this remarkable sculpture-bench represents a two-heade...

19Thc Early hiney basket collection, All in very good condition.These were from a collection in Pennsylvania. Measurements are as follows - Large basket - 13.5d x 14h x 16w Medium ...

This petite brass box was originally part of an early 20th century betel box set from Indonesia, one of several small containers that held the individual ingredients of a betel quid....

This whimsical vintage cockatoo figurine is a masterclass in the artisanal "coquillage" or shell art tradition. Meticulously hand-crafted, the sculpture features a stunning arrangeme...

Studio organic pottery vessel brush pot vase with incised Geometric pattern. A very nice California studio pottery earthenware vase with beautiful grayish blue and brown earth tones. The vase has a wonderful free form design featuring abstract stroke...

Vintage ceramic vase minimalist pottery handmade in Germany circa 1970s. Wonderful neutral color palette featuring predominately off white with a gold geometric pattern. Original vin...

Folkloric ceramic nativity set decorated in Tonalá, Jalisco, México. Beautifully hand painted. Handmade in clay. Includes 14 figures. The figures are first handmade in clay and burned in a wood burned oven at low temperature, then painted with acrylic paint and decorated manually. Mexican folk art...

An exceptional, rare antique terracotta cow, traditionally hand-modeled by women in the mountainous Rif region of Morocco as a children's toy. While similar ornamental animals are st...

Origin: Ivory Coast, Baule Peoples Dimensions: 14” W x 14” D x 43” H Discover the elegance and spiritual depth of African tribal artistry with this Large Bronze Seated Ancestor Figur...

This striking monumental fish sculpture is a masterwork of coastal folk art, expertly hand-carved from solid wood. Its vibrant, expressive palette features deep crimson, forest green...

Vintage Asian Hammered Bronze Singing Bowl 1950s. Asian Bronze Vessel Singing Bowl. A special collectible piece. Made from bronze, a good heavy wei...

Large 60" x 60" Modernist Abstract kinetic metal hanging sculpture. Eight metal squares graduating in size. Sculpture has been outside for 40-50 years shows signs of wear, rust, etc....