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Style: Primitive
Provincial Chinese Trunk Mortar, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This large wooden mortar dates to the late 19th century and was originally used for crushing rice, grain, spices and other foodstuffs. Carved from a single tree trunk, the mortar has...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Mid Century, Decorative African Wooden Sculpture, Made in the 1940-50s
Located in Odense, DK
A beautiful hand carved wood sculpture / figure. Made in Africa in the 1940-50s,. Bought from a collector of African art.
Great patina and overall a good vintage condition. This figu...
Category
Mid-20th Century African Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Giant Granite Fish, Neolithic Style
Located in Somis, CA
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...
Category
20th Century Chinese Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Granite
Vintage Abstract Hobnail Sculpture from Malawi
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage bronze sculpture from Malawi. This abstract piece is unique and complex. It originates from the late 1970s. The bronze drop-like figure with a neck and head are cov...
Category
1970s Malawian Vintage Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
$780 Sale Price
20% Off
Handmade Artisan Oval Cherry Wood Box
Located in Malibu, CA
Handcrafted in cherry. in Shaker style by Jefferson Woodworks.
Sturdy & well made in a heavy gauge panels.
Category
20th Century American Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Cherry
$221 Sale Price
25% Off
19th Century Kitchen Mortar and Pestle
Located in Chicago, IL
A fantastic 19th century American kitchen hardwood mortar with a turned softwood pestle. It’s likely that this mortar would have lived in a larger wood or marble holder, and removed ...
Category
19th Century American Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Hiroyuki Nishimura Sculpture Four Abstract tribal style wild nature glamping
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Casa guadix.
Sculpture by Hiroyuki Nishimura.
Material: Camphor.
This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws.
Category
2010s Japanese Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Chinese Courtyard Grain Container, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This rustic wooden container dates to the early 20th century and was once used to store dry goods or household items in a provincial home in Yunnan province. Hollowed from a single f...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Fir
Primitive Antique Burl Wood Bowl, c. 19th Century
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An antique, hand-carved burl bowl with its original surface. Slightly out-of-round. Possibly European in origin, circa 19th century.
Category
19th Century Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Burl
Set of Three 19th Century French Dibbers on Custom Stands
Located in Chicago, IL
Behold this exquisite set of three 19th century French dibbers, tools used to aid in planting seeds or seedlings, each a unique testament to the artistry of bygone eras. Crafted with...
Category
19th Century French Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Chinese Terracotta Neolithic Jar Ca. 3rd millennium B.C.
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Chinese Neolithic Terracotta Frog Storage Jar
China, 3rd Millennium B.C.
A striking example of Neolithic ceramic artistry, this elegant terracotta stor...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware, Pottery
"Ritual In Wood" Mid-Century African Wood Bust
Located in Pasadena, CA
This wooden sculpture embodies hyper-verticality, a hallmark of many African sculptural traditions. Its elongated form eschews anatomical realism, instead striving to evoke a presenc...
Category
1950s Mozambican Vintage Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Walnut
Large Primitive Oval-Shaped Dug Out Bowl from Sweden
Located in Houston, TX
Large primitive oval-shaped dug out bowl from Sweden dating to the mid-19th century. Traces of reddish oxblood color paint on bowl exterior. Interior of bowl is scrubbed leaving a darkened finish that highlights the beautiful wood grain of the fruitwood. Inscribed on bottom "PER SODERBERG...
Category
1850s Swedish Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Fruitwood
Primitive Antique Oak Farmhouse Dough Bowl Bin Trough Trencher Treenware 53"
Located in Dayton, OH
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 ...
Category
Early 20th Century Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Oak
$600 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of 4 Decorative Handcrafted African Wooden Sculptures, Mid Century
Located in Odense, DK
A collection of four hand-carved wooden sculptures from West Africa, each piece unique in its form and expression. Crafted with skill and tradition, the figures display fine detailin...
Category
Mid-20th Century African Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Chinese Courtyard Grain Container, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This rustic wooden container dates to the early 20th century and was once used to store dry goods or household items in a provincial home in Yunnan province. Hollowed from a single t...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Sculpture, African Mask, Ivory Coast, 20th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
" Sculpture, African Mask, Ivory Coast, 20th Century "
African mask from the Ivory Coast, early 20th century.
h: 55cm, l:24cm, p: 21cm
Category
20th Century Ivorian Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Antique Primitive American Paint Decorated Tool or Document Storage Box
Located in Atlanta, GA
This antique American storage box exudes a charming rustic appeal with its hand-painted design on a sturdy wooden surface. The box dates back to the 1800s and features ample space to store tools or documents, making it perfect for collectors or those who appreciate primitive decor. The brown color of the box adds a natural touch to any room and its simple, naive style fits seamlessly into any interior design theme. This piece is a must-have for antique enthusiasts who appreciate the history and craftsmanship of the past. Green & Brown paint.
The Antique Primitive American Paint Decorated Tool or Document Storage Box is a unique and charming piece of American folk art. These boxes were commonly used in the 18th and 19th centuries to store tools, documents, or other small items.
The box is typically made of wood and features a simple, rustic design. It may have dovetail or nailed construction, showcasing the craftsmanship of the time. The surface of the box is often hand-painted with decorative motifs or patterns, adding a touch of color and artistry.
The paint decoration on these boxes can vary greatly, depending on the region and the individual artist. It may include floral designs, geometric patterns, or even scenic landscapes. The paint is typically applied in a folk art style, with bold brushstrokes and vibrant colors.
These storage boxes were primarily functional, but the paint decoration adds an aesthetic appeal that makes them highly sought-after by collectors and enthusiasts of American folk art. They are a testament to the creativity and resourcefulness of early American craftsmen.
The age and condition of an antique primitive American paint decorated tool or document storage box can greatly affect its value. Boxes in good condition with well-preserved paint decoration are particularly prized by collectors.
This type of antique box serves as a fascinating glimpse into American history and the everyday lives of the people who used them. They make wonderful additions to collections of folk art, Americana, or vintage storage containers...
Category
Early 19th Century American Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Paint
$1,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Italian Olive Jars from Puglia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay
$1,350 / set
Japanese Drifting Chair / Drifting Stool Drifting Object Animal
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Japanese drifting chair / drifting stool
Drifting object animal
A dog-shaped stool made of drifting objects. It has a beautiful shape as an object.
Category
2010s Japanese Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Driftwood
19th Century English Sycamore Treen Bowl
Located in Chicago, IL
A fantastic 19th century English sycamore treen bowl with simple incised line decorations around the rim and on the interior bottom of the bowl.
Category
19th Century English Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Sycamore
Antique Water Buffalo Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
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...
Category
2010s Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
$12,900 / item
Spectacular American Grain Painted Strong Box, New England Circa 1800
Located in Atlanta, GA
American Likely New Hampshire or Massachusetts, circa 1800.
This stunning quality antique strong box or storage box is constructed with a light woo...
Category
Early 1800s American Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Paint
$788 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Rare Bronze Tribal Ancestor Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
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...
Category
1960s Vintage Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
$236 Sale Price
20% Off
Massive 18th Century Limestone Grinding Stone on Custom Steel Mount
Located in Chicago, IL
Monumental in scale and presence, this 18th-century French carved limestone grinding stone has been reimagined as a sculptural object of striking simplicity. Mounted vertically on a ...
Category
18th Century French Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Limestone
Antique 19th C American Primitive Wooden Distressed Paint Storage Tool Work Box
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique 19th C American Primitive Wooden Distressed Paint Storage Tool Work Box. Item features solid wood construction, distressed finish, very nice antique item, quality American cr...
Category
20th Century Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Substantial Driftwood Table Lamp on Mahogany Base
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Circa 1940s sculptural driftwood table lamp with organic form and large size.
Beautiful, natural patina and good age present. Mahogany oval base has been refinished; driftwood is i...
Category
1940s American Vintage Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Driftwood, Mahogany
Decorative Brazilian Indian Ceremonial Mask on Stand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Decorative Brazilian Indian ceremonial mask on stand.
Category
Late 20th Century Brazilian Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Steel
Ancient Luristan Bronze Ewer with Painted Decoration and Handle, c. 1000 BC
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
A rare and large Luristan bronze ewer, dating to circa 1000 BC. The vessel is finely cast with a rounded body, tall flaring neck, and a sharply everted rim, joined by an arched bronz...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Persian Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
18th Century Oak French Silver Chest Strongbox
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful handmade oak silver chest. It was made to hold valuables such as silver coins, jewels or maps. This was the precursor to the modern day safe. It is due to its age beautiful...
Category
18th Century French Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
$1,382 Sale Price
49% Off
Pair of Neolithic Black Basalt Axe Heads, Great Britain Circa 2200 BC
Located in Stamford, CT
Two Black Basalt carved and polished Neolithic axe heads mounted on steel bases. These wonderful ancient objects are a testament to the artisans who crea...
Category
15th Century and Earlier English Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone
Vintage Hand-Stitched Leather Dog Sculpture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Buttery leather puppy dog sculpture in the Style of Dmitri Omersa (ca. 1980s, USA).
Very good, vintage condition with light patina/normal age consistent with age/use (due to the han...
Category
1980s American Vintage Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Leather
Antique Handcrafted Terracotta Pitcher Rustic Amphora-Style Clay Vessel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This antique handcrafted terracotta pot is a striking example of traditional pottery, featuring a beautifully aged patina and a timeless, rustic charm. Likely originating from Europe...
Category
Early 20th Century European Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
Mid-Brown Gorgeous Oval-Shaped Swedish Burl Root Wood Bowl
Located in Houston, TX
Mid-brown gorgeous Swedish oval-shaped burl root wood bowl dating to the 19th century. Hand-carved from burl fruitwood. Beautiful burl grain and dry pat...
Category
Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Burl
Antique American Primitive Wooden Distressed Paint Crafts Organizer Parts Box
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique 19th Century American Primitive Wooden Distressed Paint Crafts Organizer Parts Box. Item features solid wood construction, distressed finish, quality American craftsmanship, ...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Bleached Swedish Lapland Ale Bowl with Handle
Located in Houston, TX
Bleached Swedish Lapland ale bowl with handle. Hand-carved sycamore with scrubbed surface.
Note: Original/early finish on antique and vintage metal will include some, or all, of the...
Category
Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Sycamore
Painted Swedish Gustavian Mora Clock
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a painted Swedish Gustavian Mora clock. I have installed new battery works. The original works are offered with this clock but they do not...
Category
1870s Swedish Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Very Important “Nwantantay” African Dance Mask
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Very important “Nwantamtay” dance African mask, consisting of three sections: The upper in plain rectangular shape surmounted by a crescent shape moon, the middle with beautiful geometric triangles in black bitumen and white kaolin, surrounding a red cruciform in the centre of remarkable contrasting colors, and the lower part or face inscribed in a circular space that inspired numbered great artists like Joan Miro, Picasso and Henry Moore of a very strongly solar symbolism, with a projecting protuberance emanating from the forehead like a sculpted bird beak, that descents toward the mouth. Concentric eyes harmonize with the circular mouth, both with of elegant proportions. The whole mask exudes a supreme harmony and perfect balance rarely seen in this pieces. The back-side presents nice ware that attested the ancient origin and traces of animistic ceremonies as the use of animal blood residues. The painting of brown bitumen or cola, the natural colorants in red and ocher tones and the white kaolin are original and do not show any repainted or restored areas, giving a freshness rarely seen in old pieces. This exceptional mask Bwa, of the Hound`e Region in Burkina-Fasso, was used it the transit ceremonies and funerals manifesting the presence of “Do”, name given to their God sons, protectors and powerful spirits. The round face also represents an owl, the curving beak of the bird plants a seed into the sun, like a female sexual vulva being fecundated by the male organ; the eternal symbol of Ying and Yang, masculine and feminine, and the quest of life and death. This mask of Primitive facture can be compared to the one in the celebrated Verite Collection (this one being larger) sold in Paris at the Hotel Drouot, Saturday June 17, Lot 59, for 80,000 Euros and remarkably stands out from the Pierre and Tannia Matisse sold in Sotheby’s, New York in May 13, 2011. Another similar piece was published in: “Arman et l’art africain...
Category
Early 20th Century Burkinabe Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Antique Painted Primitive Covered & Finger Staved Sugar Pail, Bucket or Firkin
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This folk art finger staved covered sugar bucket or firkin shows no indication of a specific maker, or country of origin. We presume this covered bucket...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Antique Italian Orcio Puglia #4, Colossal Terra Cotta Jar, Ochre and Umber Glaze
Located in Encinitas, CA
Antique Italian Orcio Puglia; large terracotta vessel with ochre & umber glaze.
Authentic Mediterranean antique pottery, two-handled amphora jar...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
$1,820 Sale Price
35% Off
Ocher Color Rustic Swedish Wooden Dug Out Bowl
Located in Houston, TX
Ocher color rustic Swedish wooden dug out bowl dating to 19th century. Wood plug repair and remnants of early paint.
Note: When shipped, antique wood may shrink and/or split along i...
Category
Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Paint
Antique White Washed Merbau Wood Carved Panel
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand carved merbau wood panel from Lampung, Sumatra. We have a collection in various sizes all white washed. The size and price reflect the one shown. Stunning on both sides....
Category
Early 1900s Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Ethiopian Carved Wooden Headrest
Located in Chicago, IL
So as not to muss their intricate hairstyles while sleeping, Ethiopian women would traditionally rest their heads on these petite wooden stands. The combination of conic base and con...
Category
Early 20th Century Ethiopian Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
19th Century Primitive Polychrome Divided Country Grain Bin
Located in Milford, NH
A 19th century primitive, orange and black painted grain bin with divided compartments. A great conversation and statement piece that could even be used as a woodbox for kindling, to...
Category
19th Century American Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Gorgeous Primitive Swedish Burl Rootwood Bowl
Located in Houston, TX
Gorgeous primitive Swedish burl rootwood bowl dating to the early 19th century. Beautifully organic burl wood grain patterns decorate surface of this bowl. Two old steel plug repairs...
Category
Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Steel
Swedish Rustic Branch-Shaped Dugout Trough
Located in Houston, TX
Swedish rustic branch-shape dugout trough. Nice dry, bleached and scrubbed patina. Maker's mark underneath.
Note: Due to regional changes in humidity an...
Category
Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Rustic Wooden Tray, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Carved from a large length of northern elmwood, this primitive tray charms with its humble rustic finish and simple form. Marked with use and traces of ...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Elm
Antique Hand Carved Panel
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand carved architectural panel from Toraja. This carving symbolizes the protection of the home. Originally used as an exterior panel. Grea...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Large Primitive Bowl Hand-Carved with Handle from Hardwood
Located in Houston, TX
Large primitive bowl hand-carved with handle from hardwood.
Note: Original/early finish on antique and vintage metal will include some, or all, o...
Category
Late 20th Century Indian Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Hardwood
Swedish Mora Clock 100% Original Paint
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Swedish Mora Clock 100% Original Paint . the only thing done to it is the old original NON working have been replaced with New modern battery works.
Category
1810s Swedish Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Pine
Antique Two-Piece Terracotta Hourglass Vessel – Sculptural Rustic Pottery
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This antique two-piece terracotta vessel is a remarkable example of early handcrafted pottery, featuring an hourglass-inspired form that exudes rustic charm and sculptural appeal. Th...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Swedish Dugout Branch-Shape Trough Bowl
Located in Houston, TX
Swedish dugout branch shape trough bowl. Scrubbed, pale light brown color. Inscribed with runic characters underneath. Dates to early 19th century.
Not...
Category
Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
100% Original Painted Swedish Mora Clock
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a 100% original painted Swedish Mora clock. I have installed new battery works. The original works are offered with this clock but they do not work.
Category
1810s Swedish Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Antique Hand Carved Panel Framed
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand carved architectural panel from Toraja Land. This carving symbolizes the protection of the home. Originally used as an exterior panel. Framed in a minimalist black teak ...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Neolithic Chinese Terracotta Storage Jar with Frog Motif, 3rd Millennium B.C.
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Neolithic Chinese Terracotta Storage Jar with Frog Motif, 3rd Millennium B.C.
China, Neolithic Period (circa 3000–2000 B.C.)
A striking Neolithic terracotta vessel, distinguished by ...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery, Terracotta
19th Century French Articulated Mannequin
Located in San Francisco, CA
Mid-late 19th century expertly hand carved and fully articulated artist mannequin
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Walnut
Swedish Dugout bowl Covered in remnants of Red Paint.
Located in Houston, TX
Organic slightly oval-shape Swedish dugout bowl covered in remnants of red paint. Burl root wood. Underside marked by maker "NIS."
Category
Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Wabi Sabi Vernacular Log Beehives, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
These hand-crafted log vessels are made from solid sections of tree trunks, with the bark left intact to preserve their raw, natural texture. Originally used in traditional beekeepin...
Category
19th Century French Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Antique African 'Bamana' Hand Carved Monkey Mask
Located in Meer, VAN
Antique African 'Bamana' Monkey Mask
Antique African 'Bamana' Monkey Mask, late 19th to early 20th century.
A hand carved wooden mask most presumably from the Bamana people of Mali...
Category
Late 19th Century African Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Antique Copper Storage Vessel with Verdigris Patina, 19th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking antique copper storage vessel, hand-forged with a beautifully timeworn surface and rich verdigris patina. This substantial piece features a broad cylindrical body with a g...
Category
Late 19th Century Turkestan Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Copper
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Find a broad range of unique Primitive 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, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Primitive decorative objects made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative objects, popular names associated with this style include Andrianna Shamaris, Ethic&Tropic, Hiroyuki Nishimura, and Bovey 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 $70 and tops out at $156,000 while the average work can sell for $1,200.
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