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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
Antique Folk Art Northern Swedish Handmade Flour Box
Antique Folk Art Northern Swedish Handmade Flour Box

Antique Folk Art Northern Swedish Handmade Flour Box

Located in Kramfors, SE

Folk Art flour box from northern Sweden. The box was made by hand during the mid-1800s from pine and was used to store flour. Boxes like this would be standi...

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine

Hand Carved Folk Art Wooden Duck
Hand Carved Folk Art Wooden Duck

Hand Carved Folk Art Wooden Duck

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Folk Art hand carved wooden duck - a wonderful piece! One of our favorite pieces, the life size shape and graceful angle of the neck give the p...

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20th Century Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

1810 Table Box, Red Floral Painted, Central Europe
1810 Table Box, Red Floral Painted, Central Europe

1810 Table Box, Red Floral Painted, Central Europe

Located in Vo', Veneto

Painted table top box/case Measures: H.30 cm, W.48 cm, D.32 cm Small hand-painted Tyrolean antique box, with red background. Decorated on all sides...

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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Fir

Vintage Carved Wooden Door Panels
Vintage Carved Wooden Door Panels

Vintage Carved Wooden Door Panels

$24,000Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage Carved Wooden Door Panels

Located in Napa, CA

Beautifully carved Pakistani Doorway, Consisting of 3 panels.

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19th Century Pakistani Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Antique Swedish flour Wooden storage box 1800's Handmade Folk Craft blue painted
Antique Swedish flour Wooden storage box 1800's Handmade Folk Craft blue painted

Antique Swedish flour Wooden storage box 1800's Handmade Folk Craft blue painted

Located in Forest, BE

Swedish antique pine and birch wooden flour box. All made by hand, the lid is perfectly adjusted to the barrel. Fine quality of bentwood. It is a true piece from the late 18 century ...

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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Birch, Pine

Vintage Boho Hand Built Ceramic Undersea Totem
Vintage Boho Hand Built Ceramic Undersea Totem

Vintage Boho Hand Built Ceramic Undersea Totem

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Embrace vibrant, handcrafted charm with this unique vintage ceramic totem sculpture. Skillfully hand built, this imaginative piece features a fascinating, densely layered composition...

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Late 20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Folk Art Hand-Carved Wooden Box with Grapes and Leaves
Folk Art Hand-Carved Wooden Box with Grapes and Leaves

Folk Art Hand-Carved Wooden Box with Grapes and Leaves

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Breathtaking folk art hand-carved wooden box with grapes, vine and leaf detail. This Dionysian solid wood box is a compliment to any kitchen, great for recipe cards or tea bags. Can also be used for mementos, 420, or a vintage postcard collection.

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20th Century Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

A Mounted 17th Century Folk Art Brass Bassinoire Cover from France
A Mounted 17th Century Folk Art Brass Bassinoire Cover from France

A Mounted 17th Century Folk Art Brass Bassinoire Cover from France

Located in Buisson, FR

This pierced brass decorative element from France was originally the cover of a bassinoire from the 1600s. A bassinoire is a device where hot coals are inserted into a vented recept...

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17th Century French Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Spanish Green Terracotta Bottle Vase / Vessel, 1940s
Spanish Green Terracotta Bottle Vase / Vessel, 1940s

Spanish Green Terracotta Bottle Vase / Vessel, 1940s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Eye-catching vase in green unglazed terracotta. Spain, 1940s Catalan unglazed urn vase in green terracotta. Long neck and swollen body with engraved dot details at the bottom part El...

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20th Century Spanish Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware, Terracotta, Pottery

Petite Burmese Yun Betel Box, c. 1900
Petite Burmese Yun Betel Box, c. 1900

Petite Burmese Yun Betel Box, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

An exquisite example of Burmese artistry, this palm-sized container dates to the late 19th century and was likely originally used as a betel box (kun-it). A blend of betel leaves, ar...

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Late 19th Century Burmese Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Bamboo

Vintage Shell-Encrusted Bud Vase – Coastal Grandmillennial Décor
Vintage Shell-Encrusted Bud Vase – Coastal Grandmillennial Décor

Vintage Shell-Encrusted Bud Vase – Coastal Grandmillennial Décor

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

This stunning vintage shell-encrusted bud vase is an exquisite piece of coastal artistry perfect for lovers of seashell décor, grand millennial interiors, and nautical collectibles. 🌿 Handcrafted Coastal Charm This one-of-a-kind decorative vase features a meticulously arranged collection of natural seashells hand-applied to a red clay ceramic vase. The organic textures and soft, sun-kissed hues of cream, ivory, and golden amber create a truly mesmerizing effect. Each shell is carefully selected, adding a sculptural, three-dimensional quality that makes this piece both a work of art and a functional vessel. 🏡 Styling Inspiration: Coastal Elegance: Display it as a centerpiece on a rattan console or a driftwood coffee table alongside coral and vintage glass floats for a refined beach house aesthetic. Grandmillennial Chic: Layer it into a bookshelf or vignette with chinoiserie, wicker, and botanical prints for a collected-over-time look. Tropical Retreat: Pair it with palm fronds or dried grasses to bring natural elements indoors, perfect for a tiki bar or island-inspired space. Cottagecore Meets the Sea: A delightful addition to a sunroom, garden room, or shabby chic interior. 💎 Why You'll Love It: ✔️ Authentic vintage craftsmanship – not a mass-produced piece. ✔️ Timeless natural materials – seashells have been prized in décor for centuries. ✔️ Perfect for collectors of seashell art, coastal antiques...

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20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell, Clay

Terracotta Articulated Doll Santos Figure Wearing a Bowler Hat
Terracotta Articulated Doll Santos Figure Wearing a Bowler Hat

Terracotta Articulated Doll Santos Figure Wearing a Bowler Hat

Located in Stamford, CT

Unusual, and quite amusing 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...

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Early 20th Century Mexican Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Terracotta

Victorian Antique Smoker’s Cane Walking Stick with Money & Matches Box
Victorian Antique Smoker’s Cane Walking Stick with Money & Matches Box

Victorian Antique Smoker’s Cane Walking Stick with Money & Matches Box

Located in Shippensburg, PA

VICTORIAN SMOKING CANE WITH A ROTATING MONEY BOX AND MATCH COMPARTMENT Unmarked, probably English; late 19th/early 20th century 35" H x 2 1/8" W An interesting smoker's cane, the ...

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20th Century British Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Nickel

Vintage Coastal Shell Encrusted Toucan
Vintage Coastal Shell Encrusted Toucan

Vintage Coastal Shell Encrusted Toucan

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Capture the essence of coastal charm and tropical whimsy with this delightful vintage toucan sculpture. Expertly handcrafted, this unique piece features a vibrant toucan figure metic...

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Late 20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Faux Malachite Leather Decorative Indian Maharaja Box
Faux Malachite Leather Decorative Indian Maharaja Box

Faux Malachite Leather Decorative Indian Maharaja Box

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A beautiful unique Indian motif box with a lid. This piece would be fantastic for storing cigars, tv remotes, or miscellaneous items on a dresser or coffee table. The top of the box ...

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20th Century Indian Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Leather, Faux Leather, Paint

Large Swedish Antique Folk Art Hand Made Pine Flour Box
Large Swedish Antique Folk Art Hand Made Pine Flour Box

Large Swedish Antique Folk Art Hand Made Pine Flour Box

Located in Kramfors, SE

Antique Swedish flour box made by hand in solid pine. The box is from northern Sweden and made around the mid 19th century, 1840 to 1850. The box is in untouched original condition w...

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine

Handcrafted Antique Tinned Copper Metal Betel Box, India
Handcrafted Antique Tinned Copper Metal Betel Box, India

Handcrafted Antique Tinned Copper Metal Betel Box, India

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Beautiful handcrafted antique tinned copper decorative octagonal betel box with with lid, handle and brass latch. The metal is delicately and int...

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Early 20th Century Indian Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Copper, Tin

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

Vintage American Splint Wicker Storage Ikebana Basket with Feet

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

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

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20th Century Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wicker, Wood, Ash

Swedish Burl Wood Bowl, Signed TN 1980
Swedish Burl Wood Bowl, Signed TN 1980

Swedish Burl Wood Bowl, Signed TN 1980

Located in Grythyttan, SE

Elevate your living space with the unparalleled beauty of this exquisite Swedish burl wood bowl, (“Vrilskål” in Swedish) a masterpiece that enca...

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1980s Swedish Vintage Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Burl

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

Materials

Wood

Large Antique Carved Painted Collectibles Box with Lions
Large Antique Carved Painted Collectibles Box with Lions

Large Antique Carved Painted Collectibles Box with Lions

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Antique carved wood painted box featuring two lions. This rectangular box features a hinged lid made of iron. The box is perfect for collectables as well as securing important docume...

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Late 19th Century European Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

19th Century hand painted tine decorative box
19th Century hand painted tine decorative box

19th Century hand painted tine decorative box

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

19th century hand painted tine decorative box circa 1860. Good quality Swedish tine box, used for storing valuables or foods for secure storage.  This example in it's original blue ...

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine, Paint

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

Wooden Octagonal Tramp or Folk Art Basket, 20th Century

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

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

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20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Vintage Brass and Enamel Decorative Plate, Colombia, Modernist Figurative Decor
Vintage Brass and Enamel Decorative Plate, Colombia, Modernist Figurative Decor

Vintage Brass and Enamel Decorative Plate, Colombia, Modernist Figurative Decor

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Rare, unusual decorative plate or bowl features Modernist design of a human figure, surrounded by textured background; the rim is adorned with an abstract graphic border. Minimal pal...

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Mid-20th Century Colombian Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Enamel

19th Century Swedish Folk Art Bowl
19th Century Swedish Folk Art Bowl

19th Century Swedish Folk Art Bowl

Located in Bozeman, MT

Swedish Wabi-Sabi ;) 19th century Swedish folk art turned bowl. Very well made, light, thin walls and with fantastic patination, dated 1868.

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19th Century European Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

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 wood bowl produced in Sweden, 19th century. “E” symbol on bottom side

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19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Antique Signed American Folk Art Sewer Tile or Redware Pottery Lion Figurine
Antique Signed American Folk Art Sewer Tile or Redware Pottery Lion Figurine

Antique Signed American Folk Art Sewer Tile or Redware Pottery Lion Figurine

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique signed Folk Art lion figurine. In the form of a recumbent lion. Signed to the underside. The signature appears to read: 'J Silverthorn' Made out of a reddish-brown redware or stoneware sewer tile...

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Late 19th Century American Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Mexican Terracotta Articulated Doll Figure, Folk Art, Circa 1900
Mexican Terracotta Articulated Doll Figure, Folk Art, Circa 1900

Mexican Terracotta Articulated Doll Figure, Folk Art, Circa 1900

Located in Stamford, CT

Amusing 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 i...

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Early 20th Century Mexican Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Large Folk Art Sea Shell Encrusted Tissue or Kleenex Box Cover
Large Folk Art Sea Shell Encrusted Tissue or Kleenex Box Cover

Large Folk Art Sea Shell Encrusted Tissue or Kleenex Box Cover

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A large folk art sea shell encrusted tissue box. This shell-covered box is the perfect way to add coastal design to a space. It is rectangular in sh...

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20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell, Fabric, Wood

Original Acrylic on Wood Painting of Two Cardinals Nesting by A. Rangel Hidalgo
Original Acrylic on Wood Painting of Two Cardinals Nesting by A. Rangel Hidalgo

Original Acrylic on Wood Painting of Two Cardinals Nesting by A. Rangel Hidalgo

By Alejandro Rangel Hidalgo

Located in Mexico, DF

Original signed acrylic painting on wood depicting a pair of Cardinals nesting by Alejandro Rangel Hidalgo. The painting was commissioned (and hence the name of the person that did) ...

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1960s Mexican Vintage Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Acrylic, Wood

Sculptural "Rhino #5" Table Lamp by Bill Stewart, American Art Studio Pottery
Sculptural "Rhino #5" Table Lamp by Bill Stewart, American Art Studio Pottery

Sculptural "Rhino #5" Table Lamp by Bill Stewart, American Art Studio Pottery

By Bill Stewart

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Striking ceramic table lamp is comprised of hand-sculpted rhino figurine with a bird sitting on its neck; the rhino is mounted on long conical totem pole, formed in coil technique. ...

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20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery, Ceramic, Terracotta, Majolica

Late 19th Century Sheet Iron and Metal Trotting Horse Weathervane
Late 19th Century Sheet Iron and Metal Trotting Horse Weathervane

Late 19th Century Sheet Iron and Metal Trotting Horse Weathervane

Located in Incline Village, NV

Late 19th century sheet iron and metal "Trotting Horse" weathervane. It has a nice weathered color and patina and is very authentic with six "healthy" bullet holes to boot. I basica...

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1890s Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Sheet Metal

Handcrafted Wood Whale Puzzle Sculpture Signed
Handcrafted Wood Whale Puzzle Sculpture Signed

Handcrafted Wood Whale Puzzle Sculpture Signed

Located in San Diego, CA

Handcrafted what sculpture made of solid wood. Amazing design an workmanship. Signed and dated.

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1990s American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

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 wood bowl produced in Sweden, 19th century.

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19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

19th Century Swedish antique rustic country folk art wooden bowl with patina
19th Century Swedish antique rustic country folk art wooden bowl with patina

19th Century Swedish antique rustic country folk art wooden bowl with patina

Located in Boden, SE

Nice early 19th century swedish Folk Art root bowl from Northern Sweden. A genuine wooden bowl with lovely patina. An antique and unique organic wooden bowl. These bowls where espec...

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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine

Swedish Craft, Wooden Bowl, Sweden, 17th Century
Swedish Craft, Wooden Bowl, Sweden, 17th Century

Swedish Craft, Wooden Bowl, Sweden, 17th Century

Located in High Point, NC

A wooden bowl designed and produced in Sweden in 1668. “1668” inscription on bottom

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17th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

19th Century Swedish  antique rustic Folk Art Wooden tray bowl  original color
19th Century Swedish  antique rustic Folk Art Wooden tray bowl  original color

19th Century Swedish antique rustic Folk Art Wooden tray bowl original color

Located in Boden, SE

An large antique and unique organic wooden bowl / wooden tray. With highly appealing patina, with traces of use. This one in a unique blue painted color thats been patinated during i...

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine

Decorative Wood Carved Tramp Art Keepsake Box or Sailors Valentine with Heart
Decorative Wood Carved Tramp Art Keepsake Box or Sailors Valentine with Heart

Decorative Wood Carved Tramp Art Keepsake Box or Sailors Valentine with Heart

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A superb Folk Art sailors valentine Tramp Art keepsake box. Wide in form, this beautiful Primitive wood carved box features the letters S and M with a heart between on both sides. Tw...

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19th Century English Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Vintage Folk Art Tramp Art Box With Mirror Detail
Vintage Folk Art Tramp Art Box With Mirror Detail

Vintage Folk Art Tramp Art Box With Mirror Detail

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage folk art Tramp art box featuring hand-carved geometric layers from reclaimed cigar box wood. The front displays a circular mirror framed in intricate relief work. The interio...

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Mirror, Wood

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

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

20th Century African Woven Basket

Located in Winnetka, IL

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

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Mid-20th Century African Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Natural Fiber

Mexican Ceramic Jug Vase Fishes 1994 Dolores Porras Folk Art Decorative Vessel
Mexican Ceramic Jug Vase Fishes 1994 Dolores Porras Folk Art Decorative Vessel

Mexican Ceramic Jug Vase Fishes 1994 Dolores Porras Folk Art Decorative Vessel

By Dolores Porras

Located in Queretaro, Queretaro

Dolores Porras Enríquez is widely known throughout Mexico and the world for being the creator of a technique rooted in the land of Oaxaca: pottery in natural color, glazed and decora...

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1990s Mexican Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Vintage Set of 3 American Studio Pottery Cat Figurines
Vintage Set of 3 American Studio Pottery Cat Figurines

Vintage Set of 3 American Studio Pottery Cat Figurines

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Set of 3 vintage ceramic or pottery sculptures depicts cats engaged in various activities - one tabby cat is sleeping curled up in a ball, another tabby is stretching, and the orange...

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20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Equine Decoupage Decorated Dairy Farm Milk Jug
Equine Decoupage Decorated Dairy Farm Milk Jug

Equine Decoupage Decorated Dairy Farm Milk Jug

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Whimsical decoupage decorated New England dairy farm lidded milk jug or bottle. Features an equine motif with images and labels of horses over a lacquered g...

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20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Mid 19th Century Swedish Folk Art  small Travel box /chest with original paint
Mid 19th Century Swedish Folk Art  small Travel box /chest with original paint

Mid 19th Century Swedish Folk Art small Travel box /chest with original paint

Located in Boden, SE

Mid 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Travel box from Skellefteå Västerbotten, Northern Sweden. Beautiful untouched original paint. Dated 1858 Decorated with handwrought iron around the ...

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Mid Century Folk Art Hand Painted Flower Design Serving Bowl
Mid Century Folk Art Hand Painted Flower Design Serving Bowl

Mid Century Folk Art Hand Painted Flower Design Serving Bowl

Located in San Carlos, CA

🌼 Beautiful Vintage Folk Art Pottery Serving Bowl – Signed by Artist 🌼 Add a touch of vintage, Mid Century charm and artistry to your collection or home decor with this gorgeous v...

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1960s American Vintage Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Elegant Vintage Cherry Vase Holder
Elegant Vintage Cherry Vase Holder

Elegant Vintage Cherry Vase Holder

Located in Manzano, IT

beautiful original vase holder from the 1990s, made of fine cherry wood with warm and cozy color. The design features curvy lines and arched legs ending in curly feet, supporting a c...

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20th Century Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Cherry

Large Wild West Cowboy and Horse Sculpture
Large Wild West Cowboy and Horse Sculpture

Large Wild West Cowboy and Horse Sculpture

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Gilt brass sculpture on stand, depicting a celebrating cowboy on a wild horse with great patina.

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

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

Moroccan Decorative Horse Sculpture Handbuilt and Handpainted by Potter Houda

Located in Marseille, FR

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

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2010s Moroccan Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay, Earthenware

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

Petite Chinese Rice Measure, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

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

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Early 20th Century Chinese Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine

Whaler Made Bone and Ebonized Wood Round Lidded Box, circa 1850
Whaler Made Bone and Ebonized Wood Round Lidded Box, circa 1850

Whaler Made Bone and Ebonized Wood Round Lidded Box, circa 1850

Located in Stamford, CT

Whaler made antique bone and ebonized wood round box, circa 1850. With pierced bone medallion and delicately carved bone spiral decorative supports on the...

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Mid-19th Century American Antique Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Bone, Wood

Moorish Heads Vases Collection "Red and Gold", Set of 2, Handmade in Italy
Moorish Heads Vases Collection "Red and Gold", Set of 2, Handmade in Italy

Moorish Heads Vases Collection "Red and Gold", Set of 2, 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

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

One of a Kind Antique Tramp Art Box
One of a Kind Antique Tramp Art Box

One of a Kind Antique Tramp Art Box

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Crafted from wood with intricate, hand-carved details, this vintage tramp art box is another timeless peice of history to treasure. Featuring a layered, hand-carved design, original ...

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

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.