Primitive Decorative Objects

This is an antique Japanese hand-carved wooden bowl, believed to date from the Meiji period (circa 1868–1912). Measuring approximately 275 mm (10.8 inches) in diameter, it is a beaut...

This stone basin was carved by hand over two centuries ago, sculpted from solid limestone with and irregular texture and asymmetrical shape. The vessel is minimally worked to preserv...

This early French gathering basket has all the right stuff that makes it feel like it was in a romantic novel in early Spring in the south of F...

A Chinese woven reed river basket, circa 1900. 12 inches wide by 14 ½ inches tall

A primitive looking vessel in the shape of this little vase or jar. It is executed in what we believe is copper that has patinated intensely over the years. It features distinct West...

Beautiful Neolithic style fish is carved from a single boulder. Its design is typical of China's ancient Red Mountain Culture. The stone has a brownish green color and the texture of polished granite...

A charming pair of antique wrought iron spiral candlesticks, dating to the 19th century. Each candlestick features a distinctive corkscrew stem with an adjustable candle holder, oper...

A large vintage willow branch basket, mid-20th century. 27 inches wide and deep by 14 inches tall

Dating from the late Meiji to Taisho period, circa 1900–1920, this Japanese antique low stand is crafted entirely from solid keyaki (zelkova), featuring a thick single-board top and ...

An exceptional collection of five antique carpet and rug beaters dating to around 1900, each formed from hand-shaped metal wire and finished with a turned wooden handle. Created as p...

Antique Primitive Glider Rocking Hobby Horse Rustic Carved Wood Cast Iron Red. Item features a carved wood horse, red painted wood base, cast iron hardware with star accents, and lea...

A bold 15.75 lb solid jujube tree root pot, crafted to preserve the natural contours, knots, and bark textures of the original root. Rather than imposing a conventional form, the mak...

Antique oak rustic treen dough bowl / trencher. Rectangular in form with pointed sides and a rounded bottom. Each side has some metal plates from past repairs. Dimensions: 18" x ...

Rustic Swedish herb turned bowl with maker's brands. Incised line markings from lathe run counter to the grain and wood striation of bowl creating a subtle, gorgeous patterned effect...

This is a Rare and unique Swedish Mora Clock Alfta Model. it has been restored and New Battery works have been installed with a reproduction face. the Original works and face are ...

A beautifully weathered terracotta vessel from early 20th-century Anatolia, hand-thrown in coarse local clay and fired in a traditional wood kiln. Originally used for storing olive o...

This 20th-century hand-crafted terracotta olive jar originates from Anatolia, where field firing — an open-air kiln method — produced vessels with richly varied tones and natural smo...

Large ceramic pot.    Each vary in appearance and dimension.

Large Antique Wabi Sabi Style Bowl in Wood 19th Century. A wonderful and large antique wooden bowl with a very good wabi sabi appearance. Ha...

Antique primitive large Swedish trough style dough bowl, c. 1850. Hand carved from a single piece of wood, this robust, elongated bowl is designed for kneading and proofing dough. F...

This beautifully constructed circular pantry box from the late 19th century is indeed a unique find. It's smaller size makes it particularly unusual. Typically found in one's pantry ...

A pair of south Georgia plantation split oak cotton picking baskets, c.1900. largest: 24 ½ inches wide by 23 ¾ inches deep by 18 ¾ inches tall smaller: 22 inches wide by 22 inches d...

Russian Imperial brass spittoon with rounded hammered body and wide tulip mouth rests on three ball feet. The patinated vessel can be used for floral ar...

A hand-carved malachite sculpture depicting an indigenous tribesman - possibly Mayan or Aztec - , probably 20th century. A hole is carved on verso bottom of sculpture so he can be fi...

A wicker splint market gathering 'buttocks' basket with 'God's eye' handle support, circa early-20th century, America.

These late 19th or early 20th-century Dutch garden clogs, with their leather uppers and wooden soles, evoke a bygone era of simple, rustic craftsmanship. Each clog is thoughtfully de...

A weathered hand crafted antique wooden wheel (Likely of Asian origin) with rectangular center opening mounted as Sculpture on a black painted stand. Dimensions: H. 25", Diam. 21", ...

from North part of Kanto or Tohoku area, Japan. Antique massive wood lump, burl wood slab can be displayed as an unique art piece to add the taste of wabi sabi, or the touch of natu...

Decorative hand-woven bag from Panama, Sac-Bolso by Ethic&Tropic Extraordinary art and decorative items, these masks come from the shamanic beliefs and rituals of indigenous Emb...

Decorative hand-woven mask from Panama, Nemboro by Ethic&Tropic Extraordinary art and decorative items, these masks come from the shamanic beliefs and rituals of indigenous Em...

Antique wooden dough bowl, Konebachi. - Hand-carved from the one solid wood piece , circa 1870s - 1900s. dough bowls were widely owned by the ordinary Japanese households, the most ...

Italian Pottery from Puglia hand crafted dimensions: 16 x 13.5 x 15 H 16 x 13.5 x 15 H 13 x 11 x 17 H

An anonymous wabi sabi style driftwood and iron table sculpture. The round cut of wood log has iron wires inlaid into one side of its center. The log is attached into another log of ...

Wabi-Sabi Primitive Wooden Trough/Planter – Hand-Carved Lombok Vessel A striking primitive wooden trough from Lombok, Indonesia, hand-carved from a single solid timber block. This l...

This small clay plaque is an antique tsatsa amulet, a form of votive offering created by devotees of Tibetan Buddhism. Three Buddhist deities are stamped onto the front, including Sh...

This 20th-century terracotta olive jar comes from Western Anatolia, where it was originally crafted for storing olive oil after harvest. The broad-shouldered, twin-handled form and n...

Antique water buffalo set on a wooden stand. A set of five from Sumatra. Originally placed on the outside of the house for the protection of the home and symbolizing courage and pros...

Exceptional pair of antique enamelware vessels comprising an oversized coffee pot with a wooden handle and a broad wash basin or utility bowl. Both ...

This South Arabian sandstone stele is a decorative sculpture inspired by the pre-Islamic funerary pillars of ancient Yemen. Entirely hand-carved in natural, sand-toned stone, it refl...

Large Bleached Swedish Lapland ale bowl with handle. Hand-carved from sycamore. Old steel plug repair with scrubbed dark interior patina. Note: Original/early finish on antique and ...

This 20th-century field-fired terracotta amphora was crafted in Anatolia using rich local clay and traditional open-kiln techniques. Once used for the storage and transport of oil or...

Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Patinated Copper / Brass, Hand-Riveted Metal This antique pouring vessel showcases the rugged character and hand-worked constructio...

Gorgeous terracotta vessel with excellent patina and wear. 19th Century Spain.  

This incredible wooden vessel wears a lifetime of history on its surface, deeply weathered to expose the wood grain and darkened by a smooth patina. Shaped from a single tree trunk, ...

Introducing the Handcrafted Rugged Earthenware Storage Amphora, a piece that embodies the essence of Mediterranean craftsmanship and rustic charm. This amphora, traditionally used fo...

This is a painted Swedish mora clock. I have installed New battery works. the original works are offered with this clock but they do not work.

Hand Carved Elm Bowl

We offer for sale a ceramic handcrafted in Italy by the Urbano Fontana factory, as attested by the signature engraved at the base, between the 60s and 70s. This vintage ceramic has a...

Imagine this gorgeous textural piece of rustic history being carried about a farm in the 1850's, collecting eggs on a spring morning. Now, imagine this same beautiful piece today in ...

Beautiful and rare vintage figure. Stylistically primitive and raw, this beautiful bronze statue represents an old protective ancestor or soul. The skeletal figure and large head e...

Antique Primitive Pennsylvania Paint Decorated Dough Bowl 18”. Original Green paint decoration present.

Unleash a slice of culinary history with this 19th-century French iron butcher's cleaver, a robust masterpiece echoing the craftsmanship of a bygone era. The large triangle-shaped bl...

Crafted with an artisan’s touch and a deep appreciation for natural materials, this 20th-century American hand-woven basket is a testament to both craftsmanship and ingenuity. Constr...

Swedish dugout branch shape trough bowl. Scrubbed, pale light brown color. Inscribed with runic characters underneath. Dates to early 19th century. Not...

Classic icon from the last century. Once used in every household, now its cherished for its simplicity and beauty. Cast in it's lid is the ancient symbol of Rome, She wolf with her b...

This bronze sculpture depicts a Native American in an upright, dignified pose, wearing the traditional attire of the North American Plains peoples. The statue is crafted from 100% b...

Large patinated Chinese Sang de Boeuf with Flambe glazed bowl, signed, early 20th century. A heavy, thick-bodied earthenware bowl with great color likely used for utilitarian purpose...

Two hand-chiseled horse sculptures with a primitive aesthetic. Their weathered finish adds character and suggests a sense of history. Placed on a fireplace mantel, they likely serv...

This set of four 19th-century French wrought iron chamfered shave draws is a tribute to the artistry of coopers, essential craftsmen in communities. These draws, once crucial tools f...

An incredible and rare set of 19th century French stone carver's wooden mallet and six iron chisels, mounted on a custom steel stand. Found in Roen, Nor...