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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
Figurative Hand Carved Wood Sculpture -  Juneau, Alaska 1984
Figurative Hand Carved Wood Sculpture -  Juneau, Alaska 1984

Figurative Hand Carved Wood Sculpture - Juneau, Alaska 1984

Located in Soquel, CA

Figurative Hand Carved Wood Sculpture - Juneau, Alaska 1984 Hand carved wooden sculpture, presented on a dark wooden base. The sculpture is somewhat figural, but rather abstract. Th...

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1980s American Vintage Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Korean Celadon Maebyeong Vase, Flying Cranes and Clouds
Korean Celadon Maebyeong Vase, Flying Cranes and Clouds

Korean Celadon Maebyeong Vase, Flying Cranes and Clouds

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage vase features celadon craquelure glaze with motifs of flying cranes and clouds, the "Thousand Cranes" design that common to Korean Goryeo ware. It has the distinct Maebyong shape with small opening, short neck, round shoulder, wide base, and constricted waist. The vase is signed and stamped on the bottom with maker's marks. Maebyong is the Korean pronunciation for the Chinese Meiping...

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Mid-20th Century Korean Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery, Ceramic, Celadon

Marble Camel Sculpture, Zoomorphic Carved Figurine, Morocco 1970s
Marble Camel Sculpture, Zoomorphic Carved Figurine, Morocco 1970s

Marble Camel Sculpture, Zoomorphic Carved Figurine, Morocco 1970s

Located in ROUEN, Normandie

Marble Camel Sculpture, Zoomorphic Carved Figurine, Morocco 1970s Folk Art piece from Morocco made of marble. Hand-crafted object, finely engraved with geometric patterns on both s...

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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Limestone, Marble, Sandstone

STELIO MOLA - Hand Painted Majolica Sardinian Figure - Italy - Mid 20th Century
STELIO MOLA - Hand Painted Majolica Sardinian Figure - Italy - Mid 20th Century

STELIO MOLA - Hand Painted Majolica Sardinian Figure - Italy - Mid 20th Century

By Mola

Located in Chatham, ON

STELIO MOLA - Vintage hand painted majolica figure of a Sardinian gentleman - medium size - featuring elaborate hand crafted and hand painted details throughout - signed on the base ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Irish "Erin go Bragh" Silk Embroidered Picture with Green Gems
19th Century Irish "Erin go Bragh" Silk Embroidered Picture with Green Gems

19th Century Irish "Erin go Bragh" Silk Embroidered Picture with Green Gems

By Interi

Located in Dublin, Dalkey

19th century Irish embroidered silk picture with a gold frame adorned with an antique silver braid and aventurine, emerald, and topaz polished stones. The picture shows the phrase, ...

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19th Century Italian Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Multi-gemstone

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

19th Century Swedish hand painted pine storage box
19th Century Swedish hand painted pine storage box

19th Century Swedish hand painted pine storage box

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

19th century hand painted pine storage box circa 1840. We are pleased to offer this original painted storage box. Hand painted florals to the lid with initials mjd and an anno date...

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine

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 Objects

Materials

Wicker, Oak

Pair of Hand Carved Wooden Folk Art Masks
Pair of Hand Carved Wooden Folk Art Masks

Pair of Hand Carved Wooden Folk Art Masks

$280Sale Price / set|20% Off

Pair of Hand Carved Wooden Folk Art Masks

Located in San Diego, CA

A very fun pair of hand carved wooden folk art masks circa 1940s. The set is in very good vintage condition and has a hanger on the reverse side; the larger mask...

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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Paint

Exceptional Exotic Carousel Zebra by Karl Muller
Exceptional Exotic Carousel Zebra by Karl Muller

Exceptional Exotic Carousel Zebra by Karl Muller

Located in Greenwich, CT

A late 19th century-early 20th century carousel zebra by eminent creater Karl Muller in carved, painted wood. Ex-coll. Muller/Thummel studio in Molbitz, Ge...

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1890s German Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Floral Bo Fajans Rustic Ceramic Dish, circa 1930s
Floral Bo Fajans Rustic Ceramic Dish, circa 1930s

Floral Bo Fajans Rustic Ceramic Dish, circa 1930s

Rustic hand-thrown decorative ceramic wall plate or dish produced by Bo Fajans in the small Swedish town of Gälve, circa 1930s. Attributed to the artist Eva Jancke-Björck. Hand-paint...

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Early 20th Century Swedish Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Pottery

Moroccan Decorative Cat Sculpture Handbuilt and Handpainted by Potter Houda
Moroccan Decorative Cat Sculpture Handbuilt and Handpainted by Potter Houda

Moroccan Decorative Cat Sculpture Handbuilt and Handpainted by Potter Houda

Located in Marseille, FR

- Hand built decorative cat sculpture - made of clay collected from the potter's surroundings. - decorative motifs painted with a goat hair brush made b...

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2010s Moroccan Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay, Earthenware

Polychrome Lucky Fish Sculpture
Polychrome Lucky Fish Sculpture

Polychrome Lucky Fish Sculpture

Located in Chicago, IL

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

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20th Century Chinese Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine

Hand-Carved and Painted 19th Century Cigar Store Figure
Hand-Carved and Painted 19th Century Cigar Store Figure

Hand-Carved and Painted 19th Century Cigar Store Figure

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Hand-Carved and Painted 19th Century Cigar Store Figure. The man is hand carved from one piece of wood. He is probably late 19th century and over pa...

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Late 19th Century American Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Antique Folk Art Horse Sculpture
Antique Folk Art Horse Sculpture

Antique Folk Art Horse Sculpture

Located in Sheffield, MA

Wonderfully charming hand-carved 19th Century American folk art horse sculpture on stand. Pay special attention to its face and the carved details to appreciate this fine specimen. ...

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19th Century American Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Vintage Oversized Buffalo Nickel Bank
Vintage Oversized Buffalo Nickel Bank

Vintage Oversized Buffalo Nickel Bank

Located in Chicago, IL

An oversized stack of Buffalo Nickels, cast in solid zinc, cool to the touch and satisfyingly weighty in the hand. Industrial metal elevates humble pocket change into something sculp...

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1970s American Vintage Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Zinc

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

Hand Carved & Hand Painted Rooster Sculpture
Hand Carved & Hand Painted Rooster Sculpture

Hand Carved & Hand Painted Rooster Sculpture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Hand carved & hand painted rooster sculpture. Very folky rooster.

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20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Mexican Terracotta Articulated Doll Figure Wearing a Military Hat
Mexican Terracotta Articulated Doll Figure Wearing a Military Hat

Mexican Terracotta Articulated Doll Figure Wearing a Military Hat

Located in Stamford, CT

Funky and very cool Mexican terracotta doll figure with articulated limbs. Since it is solid terracotta it is likely this is a mold from which other dolls were made. As a folk art sculpture it is absolutely charming. The military hat...

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Early 20th Century Mexican Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

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 Objects

Materials

Bamboo

Puerto Rican Santos De Palos/Wood Carved Sculpture of The Virgin of Monserrat.
Puerto Rican Santos De Palos/Wood Carved Sculpture of The Virgin of Monserrat.

Puerto Rican Santos De Palos/Wood Carved Sculpture of The Virgin of Monserrat.

Located in Guaynabo, PR

A renown tradition in Puerto Rico is the making of Santos de Palos by Masters Carvers since the 19th century. They hand carved and hand painted the saints inspired in their personal ...

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19th Century American Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

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 Objects

Materials

Rattan, Wood, Paper, Bamboo

Japanese Antique Ancient Sueki Sue Ware Wabi-Sabi Pottery Vase Vessel Urn
Japanese Antique Ancient Sueki Sue Ware Wabi-Sabi Pottery Vase Vessel Urn

Japanese Antique Ancient Sueki Sue Ware Wabi-Sabi Pottery Vase Vessel Urn

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderful, unique, and handcrafted piece of ancient Japanese Sueki Sue ware pottery dating back to the 500-600s (6th-7th century). Sueki/ Sue pottery was a ...

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15th Century and Earlier Japanese Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery, Stoneware

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

Finnish 19th century wooden folk art bowl
Finnish 19th century wooden folk art bowl

Finnish 19th century wooden folk art bowl

Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi

Immerse your home in the rustic elegance of this 19th century Finnish wooden folk art bowl. Hand-made with an authentic wabi sabi spirit, it boasts a great patina that speaks of its ...

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19th Century Finnish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine

1930's Havre de Grace Canadian Goose Decoy
1930's Havre de Grace Canadian Goose Decoy

1930's Havre de Grace Canadian Goose Decoy

Located in High Point, NC

Original hand carved and painted Canadian Goose decoy from the area of Havre de Grace in Maryland. This piece came out of a collector's estate who was an avid hunter and collector...

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1930s American Vintage Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

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

18th century Norwegian carved kasa ale cup
18th century Norwegian carved kasa ale cup

18th century Norwegian carved kasa ale cup

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Good quality Norwegian horse head ale bowl known as a kasa/kuksa. Dated on the base 1773, with makers marks. Hand carved decoration, with original polychrome paint. Evidence of ol...

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Late 18th Century Norwegian Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine, Paint

Moorish Heads Vases Collection "Catania Green", Set of 3, Handmade in Italy
Moorish Heads Vases Collection "Catania Green", Set of 3, Handmade in Italy

Moorish Heads Vases Collection "Catania Green", Set of 3, Handmade in Italy

By Mosche Bianche

Located in San Miniato PI, IT

This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...

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2010s Italian Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Leaf

Antique Black Tramp Art Frame Folk Art Picture Frame Carved Wood Carved Oak
Antique Black Tramp Art Frame Folk Art Picture Frame Carved Wood Carved Oak

Antique Black Tramp Art Frame Folk Art Picture Frame Carved Wood Carved Oak

Located in Munich, DE

This tramp art picture frame was handcrafted and hand carved in the last decades of the 19th century. It is decorated with for pointed stars, square and rectangular pyramids, lozeng...

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1890s European Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Oak

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 Objects

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker

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 Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Natural Fiber, Wicker

19th Century American Birdseye Maple Box with Brass Accents
19th Century American Birdseye Maple Box with Brass Accents

19th Century American Birdseye Maple Box with Brass Accents

Located in Stamford, CT

19th century birdseye maple box with brass nail head decoration and iron lock plate and hasp. This box is hand crafted with beautiful dovetail joints visible on the corners, evidence...

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Mid-19th Century American Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Iron

Vintage Chinese Woven Wicker Panda Figure, Handcrafted Rattan, 1970s
Vintage Chinese Woven Wicker Panda Figure, Handcrafted Rattan, 1970s

Vintage Chinese Woven Wicker Panda Figure, Handcrafted Rattan, 1970s

Located in Nicolosi, IT

Charming vintage Chinese standing panda figure, a wonderful example of traditional woven folk handicraft, likely produced in workshops associated with Shanghai or the Zhejiang region...

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1970s Vintage Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Vintage Brass Duck Head Vide Poche Trinket Valet Tray
Vintage Brass Duck Head Vide Poche Trinket Valet Tray

Vintage Brass Duck Head Vide Poche Trinket Valet Tray

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Handcrafted decorative vintage collectible brass valet tray duck head shape. Beautiful handcrafted large cast brass bird form this handsome trinket tray is very well made and large scale. A vintage solid brass mallard duck head compact tray for the dresser or home office desk, it has a place for keys, change, pens, keys, trinket holder, jewelry. Heavyweight brass duck head...

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Mid-20th Century European Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Hand Carved Wood Figural Bull Statue
Hand Carved Wood Figural Bull Statue

Hand Carved Wood Figural Bull Statue

Located in Cincinnati, OH

This skillfully executed hand carved figural bull is fully dimensional and has a rich brown color. The bull is depicted in a standing position atop a shaped wooden plinth. The muscular animal has been finished with realistic detail with particular attention given to the bull's facial features and folds of skin. The plinth itself is slightly domed at the center and bears carved elements which include a large rock and stylized plants. The bull measures 8" tall and the base is 10.75" x 4.125". It weighs 1lb 15oz. The carved bull is in very good vintage condition with no cracks or signs of wear. This early 20th century hand carved bull statue...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Swedish folk art painted wooden box "Timplåda" with sliding lid
Swedish folk art painted wooden box "Timplåda" with sliding lid

Swedish folk art painted wooden box "Timplåda" with sliding lid

Located in Kvidinge, SE

Painted box with a typical Swedish art work decor, dated 1836. A 'timplåda' is a traditional Swedish wooden box, handcrafted with care. Popular during the 18th and 19th centuries, ...

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1830s Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine

Large Elephant Stone sculpture hand made and signed under the foot, Circa 1920
Large Elephant Stone sculpture hand made and signed under the foot, Circa 1920

Large Elephant Stone sculpture hand made and signed under the foot, Circa 1920

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a large stone sculpture of an elephant, made from a cast or stone / composite stone all hand painted and signed. We date this piece to the early 20th Century , Circa 1920. T...

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Early 20th Century British Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

Vintage Indian Handcarved Wooden Decorative Box
Vintage Indian Handcarved Wooden Decorative Box

Vintage Indian Handcarved Wooden Decorative Box

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Handcarved wooden trinket box with carved geometric shapes, small handmade ornamental indentations and cream white decor on the lid. Rustic organic ...

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20th Century Indian Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

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 Objects

Materials

Metal, Wire

Chinese Checkered Papier-Mâché Box
Chinese Checkered Papier-Mâché Box

Chinese Checkered Papier-Mâché Box

Located in Chicago, IL

Formed around a simple wooden frame, this papier-mâché storage box is a charming example of Chinese folk art. Crafted with old newspapers and dyed rice paper, the box would have been...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Paper

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

Trench Art Vase Dated 1918-19
Trench Art Vase Dated 1918-19

Trench Art Vase Dated 1918-19

Located in Fulton, CA

Extraordinary example of WWl Trench Art. Historical significance as this vase is signed by the soldier that crafted it, "Lieutenant Thorburn" including regiment "62nd Reg" and date "1918-19". Also inscribed A. E. F. The AEF helped the French Army on the Western Front during the Aisne Offensive (at the Battle of Château-Thierry and Battle of Belleau Wood...

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

19Thc Hand Carved Wooden Bowl
19Thc Hand Carved Wooden Bowl

19Thc Hand Carved Wooden Bowl

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a hand carved or turned butter bowl.The condition is very good.

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Late 19th Century American Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Folk Art Vintage Carved Wooden Bowl Goose Handle
Folk Art Vintage Carved Wooden Bowl Goose Handle

Folk Art Vintage Carved Wooden Bowl Goose Handle

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage Folk Art carved wooden bowl or open box features a hand-carved wood construction, accented with rattan splints and fitted with carved handle in shape of goose head and neck. ...

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20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wicker, Wood

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 Objects

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Vintage Large Ceramic Sitting Cat Figurine, Pink Sponge Ware Folk Art Style
Vintage Large Ceramic Sitting Cat Figurine, Pink Sponge Ware Folk Art Style

Vintage Large Ceramic Sitting Cat Figurine, Pink Sponge Ware Folk Art Style

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage ceramic cat figurine features hand-painted pink sponge ware decor with black accents on face and paws. The cat depicted sitting with tail curled around the hind legs, slightl...

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Late 20th Century Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Wabi Sabi - Swedish Hand-Carved Wooden Dough Trough - 18th–Early 19th Century
Wabi Sabi - Swedish Hand-Carved Wooden Dough Trough - 18th–Early 19th Century

Wabi Sabi - Swedish Hand-Carved Wooden Dough Trough - 18th–Early 19th Century

Located in Stockholm, SE

A striking and sculptural antique wooden dough trough, hand-carved in Sweden during the late 18th to early 19th century. Hewn from a single piece of oak, this substantial object embo...

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18th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Oak

19th Century Swedish Green Painted Box Dated 1815
19th Century Swedish Green Painted Box Dated 1815

19th Century Swedish Green Painted Box Dated 1815

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

A Swedish original green painted and carved bentwood box from the Gustavian Folk Art period. These small 19th Century Scandinavian collectibles were usually hand crafted and sometime...

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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Paint

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

19th Century Swedish antique genuine rustic Bent wood box with original paint
19th Century Swedish antique genuine rustic Bent wood box with original paint

19th Century Swedish antique genuine rustic Bent wood box with original paint

Located in Boden, SE

19th Century Swedish Folk Art Bentwood Box from Hälsingland, Northern Sweden. Oval box with lid. Originalpainted with nice patina after several hundred years of use. Beautifully pain...

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine

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.