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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
Swedish Craft, Bowl, Pine, Sweden, c. 1900
Swedish Craft, Bowl, Pine, Sweden, c. 1900

Swedish Craft, Bowl, Pine, Sweden, c. 1900

Located in High Point, NC

A pine bowl produced in Sweden, c. 1900.

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Early 1900s Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine

Antique Swedish genuine Folk Art  Country Cutlery box dated 1857 Original paint
Antique Swedish genuine Folk Art  Country Cutlery box dated 1857 Original paint

Antique Swedish genuine Folk Art Country Cutlery box dated 1857 Original paint

Located in Boden, SE

A charming mid 19th Century two-section Cuterly tray with a handled -divider. The Tray is dated 1857 & signed KJD It has a lovely original color & stunning patina. You can use it in...

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine

Iron Boot Scraper with Ram's Head Finial
Iron Boot Scraper with Ram's Head Finial

Iron Boot Scraper with Ram's Head Finial

Located in Greenwich, CT

A generous iron boot scrape with twisted shaft handle and bronze finial of a ram's head mounted on a heraldic helmet. Decorative scrolled base imprinted with "1928". In the manner...

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Early 20th Century English Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron, Bronze

Found and Salvaged Steel House Structure, Modern and Minimalist Sculpture
Found and Salvaged Steel House Structure, Modern and Minimalist Sculpture

Found and Salvaged Steel House Structure, Modern and Minimalist Sculpture

By Jim Rose

Located in Chicago, IL

Structure No. 248 occupies an important place within Jim Rose’s legacy as a distilled, architectural meditation born directly from the material logic of his studio practice. Constructed from steel and aluminum found objects salvaged during the making of his quilt cabinets...

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2010s American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Steel

Rare Genuine Antique Swedish Large Root Bowl
Rare Genuine Antique Swedish Large Root Bowl

Rare Genuine Antique Swedish Large Root Bowl

Located in Kramfors, SE

Rare genuine root bowl from northern Sweden made during the first few years of the 19th century, around 1810 to 1820. The bowl is in untouched condition with an attractive patina. Th...

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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine

Danish 19th Century Wooden Folk Art Bible Box "Forget Me Not"
Danish 19th Century Wooden Folk Art Bible Box "Forget Me Not"

Danish 19th Century Wooden Folk Art Bible Box "Forget Me Not"

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Mid-19th century wooden box designed to look like a Bible. Text engraved with monogramme. The four words in the corners are quite cute and charming: Danish: "FOR - GLEM - MIG - EJ"...

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19th Century Danish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Vintage Coney Island Swim Club Mannequin
Vintage Coney Island Swim Club Mannequin

Vintage Coney Island Swim Club Mannequin

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This unique vintage mannequin torso is a nostalgic tribute to early 20th-century Americana and the legendary spirit of the Coney Island boardwalk. Expertly crafted from a durable com...

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Late 20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass, Paint

Antique Folk Art Northern Swedish Handmade Basket
Antique Folk Art Northern Swedish Handmade Basket

Antique Folk Art Northern Swedish Handmade Basket

Located in Kramfors, SE

Antique folk art basket from northern Sweden made during the mid 19th century, around 1840. The basket is made by hand in pine and has the original paint as well as the original deta...

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine

Bowl In Birch Early 19th Century Swedish
Bowl In Birch Early 19th Century Swedish

Bowl In Birch Early 19th Century Swedish

Located in Kastrup, DK

Large turned wooden bowl in birch, Sweden, ca. 1800–1840. The bowl has a fine original patina and signs of age, giving it an authentic and vivid appearance with a rustic aesthetic. ...

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Birch

Swedish Craft, Bowl, Wood, Sweden, 19th Century
Swedish Craft, Bowl, Wood, Sweden, 19th Century

Swedish Craft, Bowl, Wood, Sweden, 19th Century

Located in High Point, NC

A wooden bowl designed and produced in Sweden, 19th century

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19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Hand-crafted Wooden Candlestick "4 Horses", Folk Art, Norway / Sweden
Hand-crafted Wooden Candlestick "4 Horses", Folk Art, Norway / Sweden

Hand-crafted Wooden Candlestick "4 Horses", Folk Art, Norway / Sweden

Located in Skien, NO

20th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Candlestick - 4 Horses This stunning semi-antique candlestick is a beautiful example of Scandinavian folk art from the first half of 1900s. Handcr...

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20th Century Norwegian Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Folk Art Hand-Painted Wood Candlesticks, Poland, Early 20th Century
Folk Art Hand-Painted Wood Candlesticks, Poland, Early 20th Century

Folk Art Hand-Painted Wood Candlesticks, Poland, Early 20th Century

Located in Toronto, CA

This is a wonderful pair of folk art candlesticks from Poland. Probably early twentieth century. Beautifully hand painted with flowers and leaves, the candlestick rest on a trio of b...

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Early 20th Century Polish Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Early 19th Century Scandinavian Wood Pouring Bowl
Early 19th Century Scandinavian Wood Pouring Bowl

Early 19th Century Scandinavian Wood Pouring Bowl

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

A fabulous Scandinavian antique pouring bowl that has been turned from one piece of timber and the spout remains intact. Displays beautifully on a coffee table or side table standing...

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1810s Scandinavian Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Swedish Craft, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1900
Swedish Craft, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1900

Swedish Craft, Vase, Earthenware, Sweden, 1900

Located in High Point, NC

A yellow-glazed earthenware vase designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1900.

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Early 1900s Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

Late 18th Century Original Painted Swedish Grandfather Clock
Late 18th Century Original Painted Swedish Grandfather Clock

Late 18th Century Original Painted Swedish Grandfather Clock

Located in Round Top, TX

Late 18th-century Swedish grandfather clock crafted in pine with original painted finish in blue, teal, red, and white. The clock features a curved bonnet that frames a dramatic cloc...

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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine, Paint

Tatyana Nazarenko Life-Sized Painted Wooden Props of a Russian Family
Tatyana Nazarenko Life-Sized Painted Wooden Props of a Russian Family

Tatyana Nazarenko Life-Sized Painted Wooden Props of a Russian Family

By Tatyana Nazarenko

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Russian artist signed, titled and dated on back, 1996. Painted on 5//8"plywood. Each has a pair of slotted wedges for standing. Dimensions:Woman and child: 63.25" high by 27" wide S...

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1990s Russian Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Plywood, Paint

American Folk Art Hand-Carved and Painted Solid Pine Stationary Standing Lion
American Folk Art Hand-Carved and Painted Solid Pine Stationary Standing Lion

American Folk Art Hand-Carved and Painted Solid Pine Stationary Standing Lion

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Folk art hand-carved and painted standing lion in solid pine (ca. Mid-20th Century, Texas, USA). Given its stature and style, likely inspired from a lion carousel figure, though slig...

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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine, Paint

Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Travel Box / Chest with Originalpaint
Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Travel Box / Chest with Originalpaint

Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Travel Box / Chest with Originalpaint

Located in Boden, SE

Early 19th century Swedish Folk Art travel box from Skellefteå Västerbotten, Northern Sweden. Beautiful untouched originalpaint. Decorated with handwrought iron around the box and ov...

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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine

Antique Northern Swedish Folk Art Cutlery Basket
Antique Northern Swedish Folk Art Cutlery Basket

Antique Northern Swedish Folk Art Cutlery Basket

Located in Kramfors, SE

Antique folk art basket from the mid 1800s, a so called cutlery basket. The basket is for storing cutlery and is made by hand in pine in northern Sweden...

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine

Folk Art Found Object Doll TOTEM by Bill Fink, Bergdorf Goodman
Folk Art Found Object Doll TOTEM by Bill Fink, Bergdorf Goodman

Folk Art Found Object Doll TOTEM by Bill Fink, Bergdorf Goodman

By Bill Fink

Located in New York, NY

Fantastic doll TOTEM sculpture composed of European doll parts, European and American vintage tin tea caddies, fire bell, and topped by a whimsical tin bird...

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20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Found and Salvaged Steel House Structure on a Reclaimed Steel Plate, Wooden Base
Found and Salvaged Steel House Structure on a Reclaimed Steel Plate, Wooden Base

Found and Salvaged Steel House Structure on a Reclaimed Steel Plate, Wooden Base

By Jim Rose

Located in Chicago, IL

Jim Rose, known primarily for his steel furniture, was an avid collector and scoured salvage yards for unique and interesting items. Here, a collection of found steel is reworked and...

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2010s American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Steel

18th Century Swedish Primitive Organic Wooden Bowl with Original Paint
18th Century Swedish Primitive Organic Wooden Bowl with Original Paint

18th Century Swedish Primitive Organic Wooden Bowl with Original Paint

Located in Boden, SE

An antique and unique organic wooden bowl. With highly appealing patina, with traces of use. Produced in Sweden, 19th century. The bowl has original paint. Beautiful in any room,a ...

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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine

Black and White Hand-Crafted Ceramic Chicken Sculpture, Animal Figurine Folk Art
Black and White Hand-Crafted Ceramic Chicken Sculpture, Animal Figurine Folk Art

Black and White Hand-Crafted Ceramic Chicken Sculpture, Animal Figurine Folk Art

By Iittala

Located in Miami, 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  

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1980s American Vintage Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Staffordshire Pearlware 'John Wesley' Bust
Staffordshire Pearlware 'John Wesley' Bust

Staffordshire Pearlware 'John Wesley' Bust

By Staffordshire

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Staffordshire pottery pearlware bust with a religious theme which features John Wesley, resting on a plinth base. Decorated 'in the round', decoration to front and reverse. Open bott...

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1820s English Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Swedish 19th Century Wooden Folk Art Box With Shaving Knives
Swedish 19th Century Wooden Folk Art Box With Shaving Knives

Swedish 19th Century Wooden Folk Art Box With Shaving Knives

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

A Swedish original painted Folk Art box. From the beginning of the 19th century, used to keep shaving knives and similar supplies. Included 3 knives with the razor blades in English ...

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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Found and Salvaged Steel House Structure on a Reclaimed Steel Base
Found and Salvaged Steel House Structure on a Reclaimed Steel Base

Found and Salvaged Steel House Structure on a Reclaimed Steel Base

By Jim Rose

Located in Chicago, IL

Jim Rose, known primarily for his steel furniture, was an avid collector and scoured salvage yards for unique and interesting items. Here, a collection of spare parts come together ...

Category

2010s American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Steel

Australian Aboriginal Painted Totem Pole from Elcho Island
Australian Aboriginal Painted Totem Pole from Elcho Island

Australian Aboriginal Painted Totem Pole from Elcho Island

Located in Atlanta, GA

A hollow log painted with Ocher with a clan-based design. Title: Djirrididi Log Artist: James Patrick Lamuta DOB: 01/04/1984 Medium: Ocher pigment on wood Provenance: COA from Elcho Island Art...

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Early 2000s Australian Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Shell Encrusted Cat Figurine
Shell Encrusted Cat Figurine

Shell Encrusted Cat Figurine

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A whimsical shell-covered cat figurine. Delicately applied seashells cover this feline figurine in an array of browns. Great for the kitten lover, or for ...

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20th Century Philippine Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell

Jim Rose - Construct No. 03, Salvaged Steel and Aluminum Industrial Objects
Jim Rose - Construct No. 03, Salvaged Steel and Aluminum Industrial Objects

Jim Rose - Construct No. 03, Salvaged Steel and Aluminum Industrial Objects

By Jim Rose

Located in Chicago, IL

Jim Rose, known primarily for his steel furniture, was an avid collector and scoured salvage yards for unique, interesting items. Here he has welded together various washers, nuts, ...

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2010s American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Steel

Polychrome Semi-Precious Stone Hexagonal Inlaid Box, 20th Century
Polychrome Semi-Precious Stone Hexagonal Inlaid Box, 20th Century

Polychrome Semi-Precious Stone Hexagonal Inlaid Box, 20th Century

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A finely crafted polychrome semi-precious stone box featuring an intricate hexagonal mosaic inlay composed of richly colored natural stones. The lid displays a jewel-like honeycomb p...

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20th Century Indian Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone, Onyx, Granite, Marble

Jim Rose Barn House Structure, Welded Steel Sculpture Made with Salvaged Steel
Jim Rose Barn House Structure, Welded Steel Sculpture Made with Salvaged Steel

Jim Rose Barn House Structure, Welded Steel Sculpture Made with Salvaged Steel

By Jim Rose

Located in Chicago, IL

Structure No. 246 (2022) represents a late and quietly eloquent strand of Jim Rose’s legacy, one rooted in attentiveness to process and the expressive potential of remnants. Made from repurposed painted steel scraps generated during the construction of his quilt cabinets...

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2010s American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Steel

Italian Maiolica Haraldic Pharmacy Jar
Italian Maiolica Haraldic Pharmacy Jar

Italian Maiolica Haraldic Pharmacy Jar

Located in Atlanta, GA

A tin-glazed earthenware pharmacy jar of waisted cylindrical form, decorated in a rich polychrome palette of cobalt, golden ochre, and soft grey. The front features an elaborate hera...

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19th Century Italian Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

Earthenware Hungarian Pottery, circa 1900s
Earthenware Hungarian Pottery, circa 1900s

Earthenware Hungarian Pottery, circa 1900s

Located in Ventura, CA

Earthenware Hungarian Pottery, circa 1900s This exquisite piece of early 20th century, this antique Hungarian pottery stands as a testament ...

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Early 20th Century Hungarian Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

Antique Folk Art Ornately Carved Wooden Picture Frame with Birds & Flowers
Antique Folk Art Ornately Carved Wooden Picture Frame with Birds & Flowers

Antique Folk Art Ornately Carved Wooden Picture Frame with Birds & Flowers

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

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...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Softwood

Beaded Ndebele Fertility Doll
Beaded Ndebele Fertility Doll

Beaded Ndebele Fertility Doll

Located in Chicago, IL

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...

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20th Century South African Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Cotton, Wood

Montopolyi Arno Italian Vase with Winged Guardians   An unusual piece
Montopolyi Arno Italian Vase with Winged Guardians   An unusual piece

Montopolyi Arno Italian Vase with Winged Guardians An unusual piece

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Montopolyi Arno Italian Vase with Winged Guardians An unusual piece made in terracotta marked Montopolyi Arno, the vase a very attractive piece relief decorated with plants and 4 ...

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1950s Vintage Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Mid Century Wood / Painted Sculpture " Clock Tower " by Rita Wasserman
Mid Century Wood / Painted Sculpture " Clock Tower " by Rita Wasserman

Mid Century Wood / Painted Sculpture " Clock Tower " by Rita Wasserman

By Craft and Folk Art Museum

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A wooden sculpture in the style of folk art with found objects , wood industrial molds and clock parts titled " Clock Tower " . Painted in tones of ambers, blacks and browns by femal...

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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Paint

"Day of the Dead" Three-Piece Sculpture of Kahlo & Rivera by Demetrio Aguliar
"Day of the Dead" Three-Piece Sculpture of Kahlo & Rivera by Demetrio Aguliar

"Day of the Dead" Three-Piece Sculpture of Kahlo & Rivera by Demetrio Aguliar

Located in San Diego, CA

A very cool and unique "Day of the Dead" three-piece Folk Art sculpture of Frida Kahlo & Diego Rivera signed by Mexican artist, Demetrio Garcia Agu...

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Mid-20th Century Mexican Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery, Paint

Signed Folk Art Seated Dog Polychrome Painted Sculpture
Signed Folk Art Seated Dog Polychrome Painted Sculpture

Signed Folk Art Seated Dog Polychrome Painted Sculpture

Located in Astoria, NY

Folk Art Seated Dog Carved and Polychrome Painted Sculpture, signed "Peer" to underside. 31" H x 27" W x 18" D. Provenance: From an East Village Estate.

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Late 20th Century Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Composition

Whimsical Surfer Sculpture by Mitch Berg
Whimsical Surfer Sculpture by Mitch Berg

Whimsical Surfer Sculpture by Mitch Berg

Located in San Diego, CA

A really cool and whimsical surfer sculpture by Mitch Berg, circa 2008. The piece is in good vintage condition and measures 10.5" W x 4.5" D x 15" H. ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Copper and Wood American Folk Art Boxer Whilrligig
Copper and Wood American Folk Art Boxer Whilrligig

Copper and Wood American Folk Art Boxer Whilrligig

Located in Santa Monica, CA

Spectacular American Folk Art whirligig found in Rockford, IL. Wonderful dry surface paint on boxers. Great working condition.

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Signed Art Nouveau Weathered Statue of a Dancer circa 1960
Signed Art Nouveau Weathered Statue of a Dancer circa 1960

Signed Art Nouveau Weathered Statue of a Dancer circa 1960

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Signed Art Nouveau Weathered Statue of a Dancer circa 1960 Statue of a Dancing Maiden Sculpted in White Marble Signed Papini A signed marble “di latte” (crushed composite marble) ...

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1960s Vintage Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Statuary Marble

Vintage Hand Carved Wild Boar
Vintage Hand Carved Wild Boar

Vintage Hand Carved Wild Boar

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This captivating vintage hand-carved wild boar sculpture is a remarkable example of artisan craftsmanship and global folk art. Rendered with impressive anatomical detail and dynamic ...

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Late 20th Century Kenyan Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Bone, Wood

Found and Salvaged Steel Industrial Objects on Wooden Base
Found and Salvaged Steel Industrial Objects on Wooden Base

Found and Salvaged Steel Industrial Objects on Wooden Base

By Jim Rose

Located in Chicago, IL

Jim Rose, known primarily for his steel furniture, was an avid collector and scoured salvage yards for unique, interesting items. Here, a beautifully rusted tobacco box, a steel egg...

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2010s American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Steel

Found and Salvaged Steel Structure on a Steel & Wooden Circular Base
Found and Salvaged Steel Structure on a Steel & Wooden Circular Base

Found and Salvaged Steel Structure on a Steel & Wooden Circular Base

By Jim Rose

Located in Chicago, IL

Jim Rose, known primarily for his steel furniture, was an avid collector and scoured salvage yards for unique and interesting items. Here, a collection of spare parts come together ...

Category

2010s American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Steel

19th C Branding Iron Candlestick
19th C Branding Iron Candlestick

19th C Branding Iron Candlestick

$716Sale Price|20% Off

19th C Branding Iron Candlestick

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

19th C branding iron candlestick, An authentic American wrought iron branding iron, now as a candlestick. Stands 21-inches high, the base measures 7-inche...

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Late 19th Century American Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wrought Iron

Found and Salvaged Industrial Objects, Metal Sculpture on Base
Found and Salvaged Industrial Objects, Metal Sculpture on Base

Found and Salvaged Industrial Objects, Metal Sculpture on Base

By Jim Rose

Located in Chicago, IL

Known for his steel furniture, Jim Rose was an avid collector and scoured salvage yards for unique, interesting items. Here he has paired various repurposed finds together to create...

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2010s American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Steel, Metal

German Shepard 1950 s Statue
German Shepard 1950 s Statue

German Shepard 1950 s Statue

$680Sale Price|20% Off

German Shepard 1950 s Statue

Located in Los Angeles, CA

German Shepard 1950 s gesso Italian vintage statue .

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1950s Italian Vintage Folk Art Decorative Objects

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Gesso

Vintage Carved Wood Articulated Clown Figure
Vintage Carved Wood Articulated Clown Figure

Vintage Carved Wood Articulated Clown Figure

Located in Santa Monica, CA

Chunky hand carving with simple facial detailing a pointed hat. Found in the southern US. Presented on a custom museum stand.

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1930s American Vintage Folk Art Decorative Objects

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Wood

A Set of Black Americana Baseball Memorabilia Folk Art Figures, Circa 1930s-40s
A Set of Black Americana Baseball Memorabilia Folk Art Figures, Circa 1930s-40s

A Set of Black Americana Baseball Memorabilia Folk Art Figures, Circa 1930s-40s

Located in Atlanta, GA

This collection of three Black Americana baseball figures, circa 1930s-1940s, are attributed to the San Antonio folk artist, Control Valadez. The set of Black memorabilia, sometimes called Black Americana, includes a pitcher, catcher & batter, each having been set and raised onto a custom iron base. They are all quite chippy with losses, nice patina and showing of age, still retaining much of their original paint colors. Likely once outdoor ornaments, we would suggest, due to their delicate condition, that these pieces remain indoors. Though historically, much black memorabilia portrayed racist and offensive ideas, there was also art, such as this collection, which reflects a more positive connotation, commemorating athletic achievements within the black community. These nicely sized baseball sculptures...

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1930s American Vintage Folk Art Decorative Objects

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Iron

Giovanni De Simone teapot
Giovanni De Simone teapot

Giovanni De Simone teapot

$960Sale Price|20% Off

Giovanni De Simone teapot

By Giovanni de Simone

Located in Pasadena, TX

This is an excellent example of Giovanni De Simone's work! It's hand painted and crafted by the artist himself. This piece is titled "Midnight Sunlight". It has a small chip on the ...

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1960s Italian Vintage Folk Art Decorative Objects

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Pottery, Paint

Swedish Blue Allmoge Painted Wooden Folk Art Bowl, Mid-20th Century
Swedish Blue Allmoge Painted Wooden Folk Art Bowl, Mid-20th Century

Swedish Blue Allmoge Painted Wooden Folk Art Bowl, Mid-20th Century

Located in Frederiksberg C, DK

Swedish Folk Art Painted Wooden Bowl in the Allmoge Tradition, Mid-20th Century Charming Swedish folk art bowl in hand-painted wood, made in the allmoge tradition, likely dating fro...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

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.