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Style: Primitive
Large Primitive Bowl Hand-Carved from Hardwood
Located in Houston, TX
Large primitive bowl hand-carved from hardwood.
Note: Due to regional changes in humidity and climate during shipping, antique wood may shrink an...
Category
1970s Indian Vintage Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Hardwood
Oval-Shaped Swedish Root Wood Bowl
Located in Houston, TX
Oval-shaped Swedish root wood bowl: dated 1883 and signed "N E Lingvist." Retains remnants of early paint.
Note: Due to regional changes in humidity and climate during shipping, ant...
Category
Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
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
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
Old Italian Primitive Fossil Stone Trough Hand Carved from Ancient Limestone
Located in Encinitas, CA
Exceptional fossil stone trough carved from ancient limestone. Primitive, rough hewn, freeform shaped basin with nicely aged lichen patina. Origin, I...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Limestone
Very Large Hand Carved Walnut Mortar, France, c. 1900
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Large Walnut hand Carved Mortar
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Walnut
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
Slightly Organic Oval-Shape 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."
Note: Due to regiona...
Category
Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Burl
Old Signed Carved Inuit Sculpture of a Salmon Fish Attributed to Simon Pov
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine carved stone sculpture.
In the form of a salmon or other fish.
In 2 parts. Comprised of salmon fish supported on a carved plinth joined by a central wooden dowel.
Signed Pov likely for Simon Pov.
With Inuit characters possibly for Port Harrison / Inukjuak.
Simply a wonderful Indigenous carving...
Category
Mid-20th Century Canadian Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone
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
Sculpted Wooden Oak Vase
Located in Richmond, VA
Flat oak sculpted vase. Can be used with any arrangement and in any space, but is especially good in space conscious settings, and pairs well with flattened flowers. Hole is 5/8" in ...
Category
2010s American Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Oak, Wood
Wooden Artifact Sculpture
Located in Richmond, VA
Primitive artifact sculpture carved from oak wood. Comes with wire stand. Unique piece carved with hand tools. Has natural grain variation and some...
Category
2010s American Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Oak
19th Century Wooden Bowl
Located in Chicago, IL
Embrace the rustic charm and storied history of this hand-carved primitive wood bowl. Crafted with care by skilled artisans of the past, its weathered appearance bears witness to a l...
Category
19th Century Unknown Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
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
Primitive Swedish Burl Root Wood Dugout Bowl with Traces of Exterior Red Paint
Located in Houston, TX
Primitive Swedish burl root wood dugout bowl with traces of exterior red paint dates to the late 19th century. Beautiful burl grain patterns. Inscribed and dated "1885" underneath.
...
Category
Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Burl
18th Century Green-Painted Primitive Swedish Root Wood Bowl
Located in Houston, TX
18th century green-painted primitive Swedish root wood bowl with handles. Hand-carved from burl root wood. Interior retains early brown-ocher paint, and exterior of bowl is scraped b...
Category
Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Burl, Paint
Large Bleached Swedish Lapland Ale Bowl with Handle
Located in Houston, TX
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 ...
Category
Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Steel
Vintage Wooden Sculpture Atlante by Luciano Bertolotto, Italy
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vintage Wooden Sculpture Atlante by Luciano Bertolotto, Italy
A large wooden sculpture made by the Italian sculptor Luciano Bertolotti (Pompi). Handmade with several antique wooden pieces...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Antique Apache Olla Jar Coiled Willow Wicker Devil's Claw Basket
Located in Forney, TX
A magnificent Apache Native American coiled olla jar shaped basket, willow, devil's claw. Early 20th century, Southwestern United States, most impressive large size, primitive hand-w...
Category
Early 20th Century American Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Natural Fiber, Willow
Decorative hand-woven mask from Panama, Mascara by Ethic&Tropic
By Ethic&Tropic
Located in Warsaw, PL
Decorative hand-woven mask from Panama, Mascara by Ethic&Tropic
Extraordinary art and decorative items, these masks come from the shamanic beliefs and rituals of indigenous Embera t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Panamanian Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Cane
Antique Primitive Pennsylvania Paint Decorated Dough Bowl 18”
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique Primitive Pennsylvania Paint Decorated Dough Bowl 18”. Original Green paint decoration present.
Category
19th Century American Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Paint
Sculpted Oak Wooden Bowl
Located in Richmond, VA
Hand sculpted wooden bowl, made from spalted oak (black lines in the wood). Bowl is thick, heavy, and solid. 9" diameter, 3.5" tall. Finished with a food grade mineral oil. Natural g...
Category
2010s American Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Oak
Mother Mary Madonna Wood Carved Polychrome Santo Santos, 18th-19th Century
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful hand-carved wood Santo of the Madonna, Mary mother of Christ.
The piece clearly shows signs of weathering, use, and age and was likely placed outside a church or shri...
Category
19th Century Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Large Black Lacquer Embedded Sea Shell Floor Vase Coral Philippines 45"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage tree or giant coral shaped floor vase crafted of composite / resin finished in black lacquer, thoroughly embedded with small sea shells, their exte...
Category
Late 20th Century Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Shell, Lacquer
Large Sculpted Oak Bowl
Located in Richmond, VA
Sculpted wooden bowl from spalted oak (black lines in wood). Hand turned piece. 11" diameter, 3.5" tall; bowl is very thick and heavy. Natural grain variation and checking. Sold by t...
Category
2010s American Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Oak
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
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
Andrianna Shamaris Antique Sculptural Teak Wood Bowl
Located in New York, NY
Stunningly beautiful rare antique, hand carved teak wood bowl. We polished the inside and left the outside raw. Both sides have fabulous patina. A piece of art and a usable object. W...
Category
1950s Vintage Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Teak
Wood Sculpture by Dennis Jose
Located in Chicago, IL
Wood pieces sculpted, painted, and attached. On wood base.
Category
Early 2000s American Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Antique 19th Century Salt Glazed Stoneware Jugs and Blacking Bottle, a Set
Located in Doylestown, PA
A set of 19th century salt glazed jugs and blacking bottle.
A charming, handcrafted stoneware trio offering a large jug, whisky jug and blacking bottle whi...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay, Stoneware
Remarkable Mesquite Wood Trough Bowl Found in Jalisco, Western Mexico, Mid 19th
By G. None
Located in Guadalajra, Jal
Remarkable mesquite wood dough bowl found in Western Mexico, mid 19th century, carved from a single block of wood.
It's rare to come across this bowls in such a great state, espe...
Category
Mid-19th Century Mexican Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Terracotta Bowl from Mexico, circa 1950s
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Terracotta bowl from the border of Veracruz and Puebla, Mexico, circa 1970´s with the characteristic knobs on each side of the lip. Known as "apaxtle" in the native Nahua language, t...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Terracotta
Sculpted Original Wooden Vase
Located in Richmond, VA
Triangular sculpted vase made from solid maple. Original design by the artist. 6" tall, 5" wide, 4.5" deep. 5/8" diameter hole, about 2.5" deep.
Category
2010s American Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Maple
Sculpted Wooden Vase
Located in Richmond, VA
Flat oak sculpted vase. Can be used with any arrangement and in any space, but is especially good in space conscious settings, and pairs well with flattened flowers. Hole is 5/8" in ...
Category
2010s American Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Oak
19th Century American Primitive Distressed Solid Wood Machinist Tool Box Storage
Located in Philadelphia, PA
19th Century Antique American Primitive distressed solid wood machinist tool box storage. Item features a small removable interior boxes, frame to i...
Category
19th Century Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Decorative hand-woven mask from Panama, Mascara by Ethic&Tropic
By Ethic&Tropic
Located in Warsaw, PL
Decorative hand-woven mask from Panama, Mascara by Ethic&Tropic
Extraordinary art and decorative items, these masks come from the shamanic beliefs and rituals of indigenous Embera t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Panamanian Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Cane
Italian Terracotta Vase
Located in Nijlen, BE
This thick-bellied terracotta vase from Italy is a beautiful model after the example of Mediterranean vases from the 17th C.
This item comes from th...
Category
Early 1900s Italian Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Primitive Abstract Wood Sculpture Object
Located in Richmond, VA
Hand sculpted oak wood art object sculpture. Measures 20.5" tall, 6" diameter at the thickest part. Has natural grain variation and some natural cracks.
Category
2010s American Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Oak
Andrianna Shamaris Sculptural Antique Teak Wood Container
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful antique original drum in solid teak wood. Finished with a natural oil revealing the natural wood grain and detail. Both sculptural and usable. Full dimensions; Top 10" diam...
Category
1950s Vintage Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Teak, Reclaimed Wood, Wood
Ceramic "Sans Titre" by Elisabeth Joulia
Located in PARIS, FR
Ceramic "Sans Titre" by Elisabeth Joulia.
Category
1960s French Vintage Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Wooden Sculpture African Madonna and Baby by Tutsi Rwanda Artist Ndatite Ilo
By Ndatite Ilo
Located in Atlanta, GA
Tutsi tribe artist Ndatite Ilo from Rwanda hand-carved this unique Africanist wooden statue figurine sculpture. The artwork features a lovely black woman, a Madonna carrying a baby i...
Category
20th Century Rwandan Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Decorative Hand-Woven Mask from Panama, Nemboro by Ethic&Tropic
By Ethic&Tropic
Located in Warsaw, PL
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 Embera...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Panamanian Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Cane
Makonde Carved Figure
Located in London, GB
A fascinating large hand carved Shetani figure from the Makonde people of Tanzania. Named 'Daudi' which roughly translates to 'beloved'. The Shetani carved figures represent good spi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tanzanian Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Hardwood
Andrianna Shamaris Antique Candle Holder
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful hand carved antique candle holder. This can also be used as a place holder for keys. Full dimensions; Base 8 x 8 x top 9.5" diameter x 34" hi...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Decorative hand-woven bag/box from Panama, Sac-Bolso by Ethic&Tropic
By Ethic&Tropic
Located in Warsaw, PL
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 Embera ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Panamanian Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Cane
19th Century Articulated Wooden Figure of the Virgin Mary
Located in Leesburg, VA
19th century articulated wooden figure of the Virgin Mary
Anonymous
Spain; 19th century
Polychrome wood, inset glass eyes
Approximate size: 37 x 11 x 7 cm
An antique ‘Virgin...
Category
19th Century Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paint
Primitive Styled Bowl from Mexico, circa 1970s
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Rustic, Primitive styled "apaxtle" bowl from Veracruz, Mexico, circa 1970s. Terracotta water vessel from the the border of Puebla with Veracruz.
Category
Late 20th Century Mexican Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Terracotta
Senufo Crocodile Headdress, Africa
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Large openwork crest mounted upon a woven basketry cap. The large, square decorative panel bears a central reptilian or stylized crocodile depiction with alternating squared painted ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Ivorian Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Primitive Abstract Wood Carved Bust
Located in Richmond, VA
Primitive Brutalist bust, hatchet carved from solid wood. 8" wide, 7" deep, 13" tall. Abstract figure.
Category
2010s American Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Primitive Pine Dough Box
Located in Baltimore, MD
25VJL114b Primitive pine dough box, measures :50”Lx22”Wx10”H Hungary, circa 1900, $240.00
Bread was an important staple for families who often had little ...
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Pine
Andrianna Shamaris Impressive Wooden Antique Statue
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful antique statue from Kalimantan. Hand carved from a single block of wood. Circa 1900.
This impressive statue was sourced in the spirit of Wa...
Category
20th Century Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Mid-20th Century Terracotta Bowl from Mexico
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Terracotta bowl from the border of Veracruz and Puebla, Mexico, circa 1970s with the characteristic knob off the lip. Known as "apaxtle" in the native Nahua language, these bowls ser...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Terracotta
Andrianna Shamaris Antique Sitting Man
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful hand carved primitive man from Kalimantan. Rare. Full dimensions; 12" wide at arms x 8" deep sitting x 20" high.
This antique hand carved statue was sourced in the spir...
Category
19th Century Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Inuit Artist George Noah Soapstone Sculpture "the Seal Hunter" Rankin Inlet
By George Noah
Located in Oakland, CA
Soapstone figure sculpture by Inuit artist George Noah of Rankin Inlet, Nunavut, Canada on the Hudson Bay. "The Seal Hunter" hand carved soapstone for the hunters body and that of th...
Category
2010s Canadian Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Soapstone
Primitive Clay Cooking Bowl
Located in Houston, TX
Primitive clay cooking bowl from Los Reyes Metzontla, Mexico. This vintage vessel is hand-sculpted, created and used circa 1950-1969 by the indigenous population of the isolated Mexi...
Category
1950s Mexican Vintage Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay
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
Decorative hand-woven mask from Panama, Mascara by Ethic&Tropic
By Ethic&Tropic
Located in Warsaw, PL
Decorative hand-woven mask from Panama, Mascara by Ethic&Tropic
Extraordinary art and decorative items, these masks come from the shamanic beliefs and rituals of indigenous Embera t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Panamanian Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Cane
Large Ceramic Pot
Located in Dallas, TX
Category
20th Century European Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Primitive decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.
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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