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Folk Art Decorative Objects

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
Alpine Kitchen Diorama
Alpine Kitchen Diorama

Alpine Kitchen Diorama

Located in Greenwich, CT

A large hand-made model of an Alpine kitchen circa 1910, in a walled surround with canted corners and turned feet, having exquisitely detailed furniture, appliances and fittings craf...

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1910s Swiss Vintage Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Spanish Talavera Hand Painted Pottery Vase, Vintage Signed
Spanish Talavera Hand Painted Pottery Vase, Vintage Signed

Spanish Talavera Hand Painted Pottery Vase, Vintage Signed

By Talavera de la Reyna

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage ceramic vase features a traditional rounded form, decorated with the characteristic hand-painted Talavera de la Reina motifs of colorful country flowers. The rim is accentuat...

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20th Century Spanish Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Majolica, Pottery

Mexican Dia De Los Muertos Day of the Dead La Catrina Folk Art Figure Sculpture
Mexican Dia De Los Muertos Day of the Dead La Catrina Folk Art Figure Sculpture

Mexican Dia De Los Muertos Day of the Dead La Catrina Folk Art Figure Sculpture

Located in Studio City, CA

A quite wonderful Mexican Day of the Dead (Dia De Los Muertos festival held throughout Mexico) La Catrina symbolic skeleton figure. La Catrina is the festival’s most recognizable image/figure. She is the model of a high-society woman who has met Death, her maker. She represents something between the fear induced by her skeletal form and the revelry exhibited by the comical way she is typically portrayed, making her a perfect symbol of the Mexican holiday. She often appears in paintings, window displays, and costumes all around Mexico during the Day of the Dead festivities. La Catrina was originally conceived in the early 1900s by newspaper illustrator and printmaker José Guadalupe Posada...

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20th Century Mexican Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Textile, Wood, Paper

Vintage German Yard or Garden Gnome Fishing, Beautiful Statue 1930s
Vintage German Yard or Garden Gnome Fishing, Beautiful Statue 1930s

Vintage German Yard or Garden Gnome Fishing, Beautiful Statue 1930s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A gorgeous character ceramic figural gnome statue. This character statue has been made by unknown Company in Germany, in the 1930s or earlier. Absolutely gorgeous item with lots of ...

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20th Century German Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Antique 19th Century Tramp Art Picture Frame Carved Oak Four Petal Flowers
Antique 19th Century Tramp Art Picture Frame Carved Oak Four Petal Flowers

Antique 19th Century Tramp Art Picture Frame Carved Oak Four Petal Flowers

Located in Munich, DE

This good size tramp art frame was handcrafted out of wood in the last decades of the 19th century. The frame features a rich variety of ornamental carvings in high reliefs made up f...

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1890s Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Oak

ELFRIEDE MEINDL - Folk Art Ceramic Atlantic Fisherman Figure - Canada - C.1970's
ELFRIEDE MEINDL - Folk Art Ceramic Atlantic Fisherman Figure - Canada - C.1970's

ELFRIEDE MEINDL - Folk Art Ceramic Atlantic Fisherman Figure - Canada - C.1970's

Located in Chatham, ON

ELFRIEDE MEINDL (1926-2020) - Fine vintage folk art ceramic figure of an Atlantic fisherman on a plinth base - small size - featuring elaborate hand made and hand crafted details thr...

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Late 20th Century Canadian Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Russian Female Figure Sculpture in Marble and Onyx, Late 20th Century
Russian Female Figure Sculpture in Marble and Onyx, Late 20th Century

Russian Female Figure Sculpture in Marble and Onyx, Late 20th Century

Located in New York, NY

A Russian female figure sculpture in marble and onyx, in the Folk Art design style, circa late‑20th century, 1990s, Russia. A hand‑carved mixed‑stone female figure composed of white...

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Late 20th Century Russian Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Onyx, Marble

Heron Martinez Mendoza Barro Negro Kangaroo Handled Vessel Bank -- 22.5" High
Heron Martinez Mendoza Barro Negro Kangaroo Handled Vessel Bank -- 22.5" High

Heron Martinez Mendoza Barro Negro Kangaroo Handled Vessel Bank -- 22.5" High

By Heron Martinez

Located in Minneapolis, MN

Here is a very unusual and LARGE (22.5" high) kangaroo piece by Mexican artist, Herón Martínez Mendoza (1918-1990). This is a handmade item that, although is considered folk art, has...

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1960s Mexican Vintage Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay

Burmese Red Lacquer Bowl, Late 19th Century
Burmese Red Lacquer Bowl, Late 19th Century

Burmese Red Lacquer Bowl, Late 19th Century

Located in Chicago, IL

With bright red color and an antique patina, this round footed bowl is a sculptural example of traditional Burmese lacquer ware. Dated to the late 19th century, the lacquered contain...

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Late 19th Century Burmese Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Bamboo

Swedish 18th Century Bentwood Travel Box or Chest
Swedish 18th Century Bentwood Travel Box or Chest

Swedish 18th Century Bentwood Travel Box or Chest

Located in Buisson, FR

Rare and very beautiful Swedish travel box with stunning patina and hand forged iron details. Working lock and key ( bronze key from the 19th century). Sweden, circa 1750-1800. Weath...

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18th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Exquisite Sea Shell & Coral Encrusted Treasure Box
Exquisite Sea Shell & Coral Encrusted Treasure Box

Exquisite Sea Shell & Coral Encrusted Treasure Box

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Exquisite richly encrusted with a great selection of sea shells, all natural colours with white coral branches and a brown cowrie shell on top, treasure box.

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1970s American Vintage Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell

European Hand-Carved Folk Art Duck Decoy, Wood & Paint, Mid-20th Century
European Hand-Carved Folk Art Duck Decoy, Wood & Paint, Mid-20th Century

European Hand-Carved Folk Art Duck Decoy, Wood & Paint, Mid-20th Century

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Charming Hand-Carved Folk Art Duck Decoy. The duck features wonderful patina throughout including paint and glass eye. Wonderful collectable piece to add to a grouping. We think this...

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Mid-20th Century French Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Paint

Sitting Cat Door Stop Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art
Sitting Cat Door Stop Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art

Sitting Cat Door Stop Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage or antique cast iron door stop features a tabby cat form with polychrome painted decor. The realistically sculpted cat is depicted sitting with its head turned to a side and ...

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

20th Century Vintage Dressmaker's Mannequin Covered in Old Newsprint
20th Century Vintage Dressmaker's Mannequin Covered in Old Newsprint

20th Century Vintage Dressmaker's Mannequin Covered in Old Newsprint

Located in Round Top, TX

This vintage dress/suit form is perfect for displaying dressed up or simply as a fun vintage accent. An additional feature of the mannequin is the black painted wood tripod base wit...

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Mid-20th Century Hungarian Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Paint, Paper

Carved Ebony "Star" Vide Poche, France 1950's
Carved Ebony "Star" Vide Poche, France 1950's

Carved Ebony "Star" Vide Poche, France 1950's

Located in New York, NY

Delicately carved solid Ebony vide poche on a pedestal base decorated with points around the edge.

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Mid-20th Century French Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Ebony

Swedish 19th Century Folk Art Painted Wooden Box
Swedish 19th Century Folk Art Painted Wooden Box

Swedish 19th Century Folk Art Painted Wooden Box

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

A painted 19th Century Scandinavian Folk Art wood box, with blue and red. These boxes were used for multiple purposes, eg to transport during long trips important documents and priva...

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Paint

1960s Large Hand-carved Iron Wood American Bald Eagle Art Sculpture
1960s Large Hand-carved Iron Wood American Bald Eagle Art Sculpture

1960s Large Hand-carved Iron Wood American Bald Eagle Art Sculpture

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

A large hand-carved iron wood eagle perched on a tree stump and surveying the surroundings ready to fly. Hand carved wood vintage extremely detailed bald eagle perched upon rockery with glass eyes. Hand carved Ironwood Southwestern seri...

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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

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 Objects

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker

Japanese Urushi craftsman's workbench w/ drawers, box chest of drawers wabi sabi
Japanese Urushi craftsman's workbench w/ drawers, box chest of drawers wabi sabi

Japanese Urushi craftsman's workbench w/ drawers, box chest of drawers wabi sabi

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

At the first glance, this looks like an art piece done by a modern abstract artist - with the layers of random, thicker paint on it. But the truth is, this small box chest of drawers...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Mackenzie-Childs Flower Market Set of Oval Tray and Box, Retired Pieces
Mackenzie-Childs Flower Market Set of Oval Tray and Box, Retired Pieces

Mackenzie-Childs Flower Market Set of Oval Tray and Box, Retired Pieces

By Mackenzie Childs

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage MacKenzie-Childs set of oval tray and square box with lid is decorated with Flower Market pattern on white background; the steel underbodies are color-glazed in white and de...

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2010s North American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Mwana Pwo mask Chokwe - Angola African Decortive Wall Art Sculpture
Mwana Pwo mask Chokwe - Angola African Decortive Wall Art Sculpture

Mwana Pwo mask Chokwe - Angola African Decortive Wall Art Sculpture

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a Mwana Pwo Mask Chokwe - Angola African Decortive Wall Art Sculpture. Beautiful craftsmanship. Nice original unrestored patina. No information present on th...

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1980s Angolan Vintage Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

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 Objects

Materials

Straw

Sculptural Cherry Wood Vase, Organic Form, Vintage French Decor
Sculptural Cherry Wood Vase, Organic Form, Vintage French Decor

Sculptural Cherry Wood Vase, Organic Form, Vintage French Decor

By Alexandre Noll

Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR

A sculptural vase carved from solid cherry wood, defined by its organic, asymmetrical form. The composition balances a softly curved body with a more angular upper section, where a d...

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1980s French Vintage Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Fruitwood

Swedish Folk Art Hand-Carved Wooden Candelabra, 1940s
Swedish Folk Art Hand-Carved Wooden Candelabra, 1940s

Swedish Folk Art Hand-Carved Wooden Candelabra, 1940s

Located in Karis, Nyland

A rare Swedish five-arm candelabra, handmade from solid wood in the 1940s. The design blends folk tradition and modernist sculpture - its bold silhouette and rhythmic surface carving...

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1940s Swedish Vintage Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Vintage Hand Painted Puffin Ring Box
Vintage Hand Painted Puffin Ring Box

Vintage Hand Painted Puffin Ring Box

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This charming vintage puffin trinket box is a delightful example of coastal folk art, capturing the whimsical character of the beloved Atlantic seabird with artisanal grace. Meticulo...

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Late 20th Century Canadian Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Carved Wooden African Head
Carved Wooden African Head

Carved Wooden African Head

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A wonderful hand carved head of Hardwood. A stunning sculpted and carved piece. A stand alone decorative piece or can be used as a large book end. Trul...

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20th Century African Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Hardwood

Early Baseball iron Sculpture Bank
Early Baseball iron Sculpture Bank

Early Baseball iron Sculpture Bank

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Early Hubley baseball player bank with original gilded surface.Amazing original painted surface & patina.

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Vintage Sculpture of an American Eagle Carved in Seri Ironwood
Vintage Sculpture of an American Eagle Carved in Seri Ironwood

Vintage Sculpture of an American Eagle Carved in Seri Ironwood

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage Sculpture of an American Eagle Carved in Seri Ironwood. Vintage hand carved Ironwood Southwestern seri sculpture of an Eagle. Dimensions: 5.5" x 3.5". circa 1970. Ironwood hand carved eagle or falcon...

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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Moroccan Terracotta Candle Holder Handbuilt and Handpainted by the Potter Houda
Moroccan Terracotta Candle Holder Handbuilt and Handpainted by the Potter Houda

Moroccan Terracotta Candle Holder Handbuilt and Handpainted by the Potter Houda

Located in Marseille, FR

- Handbuilt freckles terracotta candle holder - made of clay collected from the potter's surroundings. - made in the Moroccan Rif mountains by Houda Approximate measurements: 1....

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2010s Moroccan Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay, Earthenware

Large Sculpture by Bill Stewart, American Art Studio Pottery 1970s
Large Sculpture by Bill Stewart, American Art Studio Pottery 1970s

Large Sculpture by Bill Stewart, American Art Studio Pottery 1970s

By Bill Stewart

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage ceramic sculpture features hand-sculpted totem pole style form, done in two separate segments that can be either combined and displayed at full height for a striking, monume...

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20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery, Terracotta

Signed 19th Century Glazed Terracotta Lion Covered Vessel
Signed 19th Century Glazed Terracotta Lion Covered Vessel

Signed 19th Century Glazed Terracotta Lion Covered Vessel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A signed 19th century glazed terracotta lion covered vessel, modeled in a stylized standing pose with an expressive face, textured mane, curled tail, and rectangular base. The lion’s...

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19th Century Italian Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

18th Century primitive Folk Art Wooden bowl dated 1791
18th Century primitive Folk Art Wooden bowl dated 1791

18th Century primitive Folk Art Wooden bowl dated 1791

Located in Boden, SE

19th century Swedish folk Art wooden bowl dated 1791 & owner marks PPS A stunning antique organic wooden bowl with lovely patina. You can see the use of time. The bowl is made of...

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1790s Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine

Antique Hindu Brass Box with Peacocks and Elephants
Antique Hindu Brass Box with Peacocks and Elephants

Antique Hindu Brass Box with Peacocks and Elephants

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Antique Hindu brass decorative box. This is an antique Mughal style brass Indian ornate locking trinket box container. It has six compartments that lock ...

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Late 19th Century Indian Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Large Swedish Hand-Carved Wooden Horse Model Sculpture, c. 1880
Large Swedish Hand-Carved Wooden Horse Model Sculpture, c. 1880

Large Swedish Hand-Carved Wooden Horse Model Sculpture, c. 1880

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

A folk art sculpture of a horse from the 19th Century. This wooden horse has been scraped to original its color. This animal sculpture can nicely stand on a writing desk, a cupboard ...

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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Rustic Chofa Sculpture
Rustic Chofa Sculpture

Rustic Chofa Sculpture

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Rustic Chofa Sculpture

Located in New York, NY

Antique Rustic Chofa Sculpture. Solid woodblock Folk Art carving of Thai or Lao Chofa sculpture. Carved from a sold piece of wood having a very weathered patina. Heavy wear to the...

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1890s Thai Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Hand-Carved African Leopard Sculpture on Tree Trunk, Tribal Folk Art Figure
Hand-Carved African Leopard Sculpture on Tree Trunk, Tribal Folk Art Figure

Hand-Carved African Leopard Sculpture on Tree Trunk, Tribal Folk Art Figure

Located in Wembley, GB

Hand-Carved African Leopard Sculpture on Tree Trunk, Tribal Folk Art Figure A striking hand-carved African leopard sculpture, expertly crafted from a single piece of wood and depicte...

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1950s Vintage Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Boxwood, Fruitwood, Bentwood, Harewood

Floral Bouquet Door Stop Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art
Floral Bouquet Door Stop Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art

Floral Bouquet Door Stop Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage or antique cast iron door stop features a bouquet of blue, white, and pink flowers. Carefully painted, highly detailed flowers are juxtaposed by the monochromatic light blue ...

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

American Copper Full Bodied Pig Directional Weathervane on Stand, circa 1880
American Copper Full Bodied Pig Directional Weathervane on Stand, circa 1880

American Copper Full Bodied Pig Directional Weathervane on Stand, circa 1880

Located in Charleston, SC

American Copper full bodied pig directional weathervane resting on squared iron stand, late 19th century.

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1880s American Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper, Iron, Zinc

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 Objects

Materials

Wicker, Wood

Large Antique Carved Wood Male Bambara Chi Wara Antelope Figure
Large Antique Carved Wood Male Bambara Chi Wara Antelope Figure

Large Antique Carved Wood Male Bambara Chi Wara Antelope Figure

Located in Nantucket, MA

Chi wara is a ritual headdress used by the Bambara people in Mali. Portrayed as both male or female figures Chi ware is associated with agriculture. This larg...

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Early 1900s Malian Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Hardwood

19th Century Big antique rustic country  Swedish Wooden bowl
19th Century Big antique rustic country  Swedish Wooden bowl

19th Century Big antique rustic country Swedish Wooden bowl

Located in Boden, SE

19th century Swedish wooden bowl from Northern Sweden. A genuine 19th century Swedish Folk Art Wooden bowl with lovely patina. The bowl has a fantastically fine wood carving in the ...

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine

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 Objects

Materials

Rattan

Hand Carved Wood Pig with Original Paint, Signed
Hand Carved Wood Pig with Original Paint, Signed

Hand Carved Wood Pig with Original Paint, Signed

By David Barr

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Hand carved wooden pig with original paint. the base is made specifically for this carved pig. Signed David Barber. Very well done. 33 W x 19.5 H x D.

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1970s American Vintage Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Paint

Monumental Antique Hand Carved Wooden Trough or Bowl Wabi Sabi, 19th Century
Monumental Antique Hand Carved Wooden Trough or Bowl Wabi Sabi, 19th Century

Monumental Antique Hand Carved Wooden Trough or Bowl Wabi Sabi, 19th Century

Located in Meer, VAN

Monumental antique carved wooden trough or bowl, 19th century. This is a rare antique hand carved wooden trough or bowl, which can be used for decoration or as a (fruit) bowl or mag...

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19th Century European Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Large Sculpture Made of Handwoven Palm Leaves with Two Spheres
Large Sculpture Made of Handwoven Palm Leaves with Two Spheres

Large Sculpture Made of Handwoven Palm Leaves with Two Spheres

Located in West Hollywood, CA

These large hand-woven palm sculptures are made from natural palm and provide rustic, organic modern, contemporary design for any home decor. Their unique w...

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2010s Mexican Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Palmwood

Burmese Red Lacquer Bowl, Late 19th Century
Burmese Red Lacquer Bowl, Late 19th Century

Burmese Red Lacquer Bowl, Late 19th Century

Located in Chicago, IL

With bright red color and an antique patina, this round footed bowl is a sculptural example of traditional Burmese lacquer ware. Dated to the late 19th century, the large container h...

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Late 19th Century Burmese Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Bamboo

Unicorn Mythical Creature Vienna Bronze Letter Opener, Antique Austria 1960s
Unicorn Mythical Creature Vienna Bronze Letter Opener, Antique Austria 1960s

Unicorn Mythical Creature Vienna Bronze Letter Opener, Antique Austria 1960s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Classic early 1960s Austrian letter opener. It has a nice patina. I did not clean it, so the next owner can decide what he wants to do with it. This highly collectible vintage piec...

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1960s Austrian Vintage Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Pair of Hand Carved Wooden Paul Laszlo Figural Lamps with Custom Woven Shades
Pair of Hand Carved Wooden Paul Laszlo Figural Lamps with Custom Woven Shades

Pair of Hand Carved Wooden Paul Laszlo Figural Lamps with Custom Woven Shades

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A striking pair of **hand-carved wooden figural table lamps by Paul László, featuring sculptural seated figures mounted on black bases. Each lamp is accented with a decorative brass...

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20th Century Central African Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Arts & Crafts Folk Art Chandelier with Four Folkloristic Male Figures
Arts & Crafts Folk Art Chandelier with Four Folkloristic Male Figures

Arts & Crafts Folk Art Chandelier with Four Folkloristic Male Figures

Located in Lisse, NL

A museum-quality Arts & Crafts folk art chandelier, conceived and handcrafted in southern Germany in the early years of the 20th century. This exceptional sculptural pendant transcen...

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Early 20th Century German Folk Art Decorative Objects

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Iron

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 Objects

Materials

Cane, Rattan, Wood

Folk Art decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique folk art decorative objects 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 objects created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, folk art, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Folk Art decorative objects made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative objects, popular names associated with this style include Mosche Bianche, Jim Rose, Berber Tribes of Morocco, and Tonala Pottery. 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 objects differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $38 and tops out at $225,000 while the average work can sell for $1,105.