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Folk Art For Sale
Item Ships From: Mexico
Elegant Terracotta Standing Court Dignitary, Tang Dynasty, EU Passport
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Elegant Standing Court Dignitary with joined hands in blue robes and a bird headdress. Polychrome Traces. When China was unified again, first briefly ...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Chinese Tang Antique Folk Art

Materials

Terracotta

Oaxaca Black Clay Tzinacan Decorative Burnished Polished Fired Oxygen Reduction
Located in London, GB
Tzinacan is the Nahuatl word for bat, and it is our gift for the bats represented in many ceramic pre-hispanic pieces. Bats have been part of the mythology of the cultures of pre-Hi...
Category

2010s Mexican American Colonial Folk Art

Materials

Clay

Mexican Burnished Clay Hand Oaxaca Sculpture Mixtec Ceramic with Red Face
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
This Mexican red ceramic clay hand sculpture is a piece by artist Manuel Reyes. Made with clay from Oaxaca and Zacatecas, painted with oxides from the reg...
Category

2010s Mexican Folk Art Folk Art

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Large Chess and Checkers Wood Lathed Table
Located in Naucalpan, Edo de Mex
Chess table This Board Games edition presents classic games and decorative pieces like Backgammon, Chess and Tic Tac Toe, made out of wood and glass. Since 2000, Orfeo Quagliata off...
Category

2010s Mexican Folk Art

Materials

Art Glass, Wood

Remarkable Mesquite Wood Trough Bowl Found in Jalisco, Western Mexico, Mid 19th
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 Primitive Antique Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Mexican Arbol de la Vida Tree Life Dolls ColorFolk Art Ceramic Clay Candelabra
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
This colorful tree of life (árbol de la vida) with a toy like aspect is a unique piece by Marco Antonio Castillo, son of renowned artist Alfonso Castillo. Hand made with natural clay...
Category

2010s Mexican Folk Art Folk Art

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Antique Articulate Artist's Mannequin
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1940. We offer this Antique Articulate Artist's Mannequin made in oak wood.
Category

1960s American Industrial Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Wood, Oak

Toucan Sculpture by Sergio Bustamante
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Copper, brass and aluminium Toucan on a hoop hanging stand by Sergio Bustamante, circa 1960. Sergio Bustamante is a Mexican Artist and sculptor. He began with paintings and papier ...
Category

1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Metal

Antique Monalisa handmade painted replica.
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Painted during 1972 and 1976. We offer this Antique Monalisa handmade painted replica signed by Lourdes Cúe.
Category

1970s Mexican Folk Art Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Linen

Petite Parrot Sculpture attributed to Sergio Bustamante
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Copper, brass and aluminium Parrot on a hoop hanging stand attributed to Sergio Bustamante, circa 1960, Great vintage conditions.
Category

1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Metal

Black Clay Mezcal Jug From Coyotepec, Oaxaca, Circa 1950´s
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Black clay ceramic mezcal jug from Coyotepec, Oaxaca, circa 1950´s. Rare mezcal jug used for ceremonial or festive reunions. Decorative, leaf markings can be seen around the neck are...
Category

1950s Mexican Country Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Anatomical Medical Teaching Display, circa 1960
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1960. We offer this complete Mexican Anatomical Medical Teaching Display. All pieces such as organs and the interior of the head such as the brain can be disassembled.
Category

1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Plastic

Antique Wooden Wheelchair
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1900. We offer this rare Wooden Wheelchair. Crafted in wood and Iron, the wheelchair showcases impeccable workmanship that speaks to the heart ...
Category

1890s American Industrial Antique Folk Art

Materials

Iron

19th Century Quarry Statue of Archangel with Harp Found in Western México
Located in Guadalajra, Jal
This amazing 19th century pink quarry statue of Archangel was found in Western México, it has minor losses and wear consistent with age.
Category

19th Century Mexican Neoclassical Antique Folk Art

Materials

Limestone

Gene Byron Vanity Mirror
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
For your consideration one of her first pieces, this beautiful hand hammered copper Vanity mirror. Made and signed by Gene Byron, a Canadian artist, who moved to Marfil, Guanajuato, ...
Category

1960s Mexican Spanish Colonial Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Copper

Antique Leather Gym Punching Boxing Heavy Bag
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1940. We offer this Antique Leather Gym Punching Boxing Heavy Bag. Beautiful and original chains,
Category

1920s Industrial Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Leather

Xantolo Mask From The Huasteca Region Of Hidalgo, Mexico, 1970´s
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Xantolo mask from the Huasteca region of Hidalgo. This rare collector's mask was acquired from the town of Tzapotitla in the municipality of Huazalingo in the mid 1970´s. The Xantolo celebration is a full blown...
Category

1970s Mexican Tribal Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Wood, Paint

Beautiful large José María de Servín Painting of Stylized Cello Player
Located in Mexico, DF
José María de Servin was born in La Piedad, Michoacán in central Mexico in 1917. As a small child, he moved with his family to Guadalajara, Jalisco State, Mexico. He studied paintin...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Folk Art Folk Art

Materials

Burlap

Petite Stool Made in Solid Wood
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this primitive petite stool made in solid wood. Made in Mexico hand carved using machete. Ready to use as stool or side table.
Category

2010s Mexican Primitive Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Vintage Heavy Cast Iron Dog Lawn Sign
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this original Vintage Heavy Cast Iron Dog Lawn Sign. Made in iron with great patina
Category

1950s American Industrial Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Mexican Antique One of a Kind Flower Pot Clay Dolores Porras Ceramic Vase
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...
Category

1980s Mexican Folk Art Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Enamel

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

1990s Mexican Folk Art Folk Art

Materials

Enamel

Antique Real Size Human Skeleton
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1950. We offer this Antique Real Size Human Skeleton. Made in resin and wood base.
Category

1950s Mexican Other Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Resin, Wood

Antique Articulate Artist's Mannequin
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1940. We offer this Antique Articulate Artist's Mannequin made in wood and brass tripod.
Category

1940s American Industrial Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Brass

Archeological Hand Painted Ceramic Vessel From Mexico, Circa 12th Century
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Hand painted ceramic vessel from the El Cajon region of Nayarit, Mexico, circa 12th century. The four pointed peaks most likely allude to the cardinal points.
Category

15th Century and Earlier Mexican Primitive Antique Folk Art

Materials

Ceramic, Terracotta

Rare and Antique Mexican Carousel Horse
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1920. We offer this wonderfully charming Carousel Horse from Mexico. Handmade caved from wood with fabulous patina.
Category

1910s Mexican Folk Art Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Wood

1920s Doctors' Medical Scale Mechanical Stand Up with Weights
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1920. We offer this antique Industrial stand up doctors' scale. Features height indicator and a movable weights made in solid brass.
Category

1920s American Industrial Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Brass

Mexican Burnished Clay Chicken Kitchen Vessel Hen Egg Basket Decoration
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
This Mexican ceramic hen is an egg basket, perfect to keep eggs fresh -- a utilitarian kitchen piece by artist Manuel Reyes. Made with clay from Oaxaca and Zacatecas, painted with oxides from the region. Done with the hand-modeled technique and cooked in traditional wood-fired oven. Reyes has been constantly innovating with his hen collection, making this one of his most iconic works. Ceramic artist, sculptor and painter, Manuel Reyes (Mexico City, 1972) atended the Escuela Nacional de Artes Plásticas in Xochimilco, México. He was later mentored by Royer Von Guten, Joy Laville...
Category

2010s Mexican Folk Art Folk Art

Materials

Clay, Ceramic

Mexican Burnished Clay Chicken Kitchen Hen Egg Basket Decoration Hen Brown
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
This Mexican ceramic hen is an egg basket/container, perfect to keep eggs fresh -- a utilitarian kitchen piece by artist Manuel Reyes. Made with clay from Oaxaca and Zacatecas, painted with oxides from the region. Done with the hand-modeled technique and cooked in traditional wood-fired oven. Reyes has been constantly innovating with his hen collection, making this one of his most iconic works. Ceramic artist, sculptor and painter, Manuel Reyes (Mexico City, 1972) atended the Escuela Nacional de Artes Plásticas in Xochimilco, México. He was later mentored by Royer Von Guten, Joy Laville...
Category

2010s Mexican Folk Art Folk Art

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Talavera Jar Decorative Vase Folk Art Vessel Mexican Ceramic Black White Modern
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
Elegant black and white jar made with the authentic Talavera technique. Master artisan, Cesar Torres portraits the colonial art of Mexico while cre...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Spanish Colonial Folk Art

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Majolica

Arbol de la Vida Bull Colorful Ceramic Mexican Folk Art Tree of Life
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
Beautiful folk art piece made by La Familia Castillo. Handmade in clay and painted with acrylic paint. Created by master artisan Soledad Martha Hernández and her son Marco Antonio C...
Category

2010s North American Folk Art Folk Art

Materials

Ceramic

Mexican Burnished Clay Chicken Kitchen Vessel Hen Egg Basket Decoration Birds
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
This Mexican ceramic hen is an egg basket, perfect to keep eggs fresh -- a utilitarian kitchen piece by artist Manuel Reyes. Made with clay from Oaxaca and Zacatecas, painted with oxides from the region. Done with the hand-modeled technique and cooked in traditional wood-fired oven. Reyes has been constantly innovating with his hen collection, making this one of his most iconic works. Ceramic artist, sculptor and painter, Manuel Reyes (Mexico City, 1972) atended the Escuela Nacional de Artes Plásticas in Xochimilco, México. He was later mentored by Royer Von Guten, Joy Laville...
Category

2010s Mexican Folk Art Folk Art

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Mexican Burnished Clay Hand Oaxaca Sculpture Mixtec Ceramic Organic Pre-Hispanic
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
This Mexican ceramic clay hand sculpture is a piece by artist Manuel Reyes. Made with clay from Oaxaca and Zacatecas, painted with oxides from the region. Done with the hand-modeled technique and cooked in traditional wood-fired oven. The hand is decorated with birds on each finger, inspired by a textile from Chiapas. Manuel mentions the main character is a friend of his that had a great love for birds and nature. Ceramic artist, sculptor and painter, Manuel Reyes (Mexico City, 1972) atended the Escuela Nacional de Artes Plásticas in Xochimilco, México. He was later mentored by Royer Von Guten, Joy...
Category

2010s Mexican Folk Art Folk Art

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Mexican Burnished Clay Chicken Kitchen Vessel Hen Egg Basket Decoration Flowers
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
This Mexican ceramic hen is an egg basket, perfect to keep eggs fresh -- a utilitarian kitchen piece by artist Manuel Reyes. Made with clay from Oaxaca and Zacatecas, painted with oxides from the region. Done with the hand-modeled technique and cooked in traditional wood-fired oven. Reyes has been constantly innovating with his hen collection, making this one of his most iconic works. Ceramic artist, sculptor and painter, Manuel Reyes (Mexico City, 1972) atended the Escuela Nacional de Artes Plásticas in Xochimilco, México. He was later mentored by Royer Von Guten, Joy Laville...
Category

2010s Mexican Folk Art Folk Art

Materials

Clay, Ceramic

Carousel Day of the Dead Ceramic Mexican Folk Art by Familia Castillo
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
Beautiful folk art piece made by La Familia Castillo. Handmade in clay and painted with acrylic paint. Day of the Dead theme. Created by master artisan Soledad Martha Hernández and...
Category

2010s North American Folk Art Folk Art

Materials

Ceramic

Mexican Antique Arbol de la Vida Folk Art Candelabra Ceramic Day of the Dead
By Alfonso Castillo Orta
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
Created by late master Alfonso Castillo Orta in 1999 in the town of Izucar de Matamoros, in the state of Puebla, Mexico. The traditional "arboles de l...
Category

1990s Mexican Folk Art Folk Art

Materials

Acrylic, Ceramic, Clay

Wild Natural Clay Sculpture Silo, Burnished Clay from the Mixteca Mountains
Located in London, GB
Silo is a sculpture that bases its beauty on the material in which it is made. Made of wild clay from the Mixteca mountains, this clay is cleaned in filters...
Category

2010s Mexican Art Deco Folk Art

Materials

Clay, Wood

Fantastic Collection of 34 Vintage Mexican Betty Boop "Lulu" Steel Soda Trays
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this Fantastic collection of 34 vintage mexicano betty boop lulu steel soda trays. About "Lulu" The Mexican Betty Boop If you've visited...
Category

1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Steel

Vintage Handmade Advertising Tire Iconic Bibendum Michelin Man
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1970. We offer this Vintage Handmade Advertising Tire Iconic Bibendum Michelin Man.
Category

1970s North American Folk Art Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Resin

Talavera Decorative Lavabo Sink Folk Art Mexican Ceramic Spanish Colonial
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
Elegant surrealist sink lavabo made with the Talavera technique. Artist, Cesar Torres portraits the colonial art of Mexico. The Spanish colonial style sink is a perfect piece to brin...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Spanish Colonial Folk Art

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Majolica

Parrot Sculpture by Sergio Bustamante
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Copper, brass and aluminium Parrot on a hoop hanging stand by Sergio Bustamante, circa 1960. presents some damage to the head and tail. Sergio Bustamante is a Mexican Artist and scu...
Category

1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Metal

Antique Mexican Demon Mask
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this rare antique Mexican Demon mask in wood, circa 1970. The mask makes a sound when moved.
Category

1970s Mexican Folk Art Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Authentic Talavera Decorative Vase Folk Art Vessel Mexican Ceramic Blue White
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
Elegant white and blue vase made with the Talavera technique. Artist, Cesar Torres portraits the colonial art of Mexico. The Talavera is not just a simple painted ceramic: its exquisite decoration is the product of a delicate process of alchemy that translates into fine enamels. In Puebla, Mexico few people still produce using Talavera with the ancestral techniques. One of those few is Cesar Torres, Don Cesar learned his art in the workshop of the Uriarte family, an excellent workshop where his grandfather worked. In his creations he uses the black and white mud that is obtained from the nearby hills of Loreto and Guadalupe, and colors of mineral origin that he creates in his workshop with recipes from his grandfather. All the pieces are modeled in a traditional way and go through a production process that usually takes from one to two months, between drying, burning, and painting. Being surrounded by a living tradition, Cesar Torres Jr., learned from his father since childhood. Architect by profession, Cesar Jr. has come to revolutionize and modernize with new designs and ideas of the current world, nevertheless always respecting the tradition of the processes and materials that make Talavera a Creole art...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Spanish Colonial Folk Art

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Majolica

Talavera Jar Decorative Vase Folk Art Vessel Mexican Ceramic Blue White
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
Elegant white and blue jar made with the authentic Talavera technique. Master artisan, Cesar Torres portraits the colonial art of Mexico. The Talavera is not just a simple painted ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Spanish Colonial Folk Art

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Majolica

Rare Antique Articulate Handmade Artist's Mannequin
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1940. We offer this Rare Antique Articulate Handmade Artist's Mannequin made in river stones and copper wire.
Category

1940s Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Stone

Antique Mexican Diablo Mask
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this rare and very antique Mexican Diablo mask in wood, circa 1940. Great patina.
Category

1940s Mexican Folk Art Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Talavera Mural Azulejo Tile Folk Contemporary Mexican Ceramic Blue White Mosaic
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
This contemporary azulejo tile forms a mosaic perfect for kitchen decorations or any exterior space. Made with the Talavera technique. Artist, Cesar Torres portraits the colonial art of Mexico, but this time with a contemporary touch. This wall decoration can be arranged to fit specific spaces or simply hanged as a painting on the wall. The Talavera is not just a simple painted ceramic: its exquisite decoration is the product of a delicate process of alchemy that translates into fine enamels. In Puebla, Mexico few people still produce using Talavera with the ancestral techniques. One of those few is Cesar Torres, Don Cesar learned his art in the workshop of the Uriarte family, an excellent workshop where his grandfather worked. In his creations he uses the black and white mud that is obtained from the nearby hills of Loreto and Guadalupe, and colors of mineral origin that he creates in his workshop with recipes from his grandfather. All the pieces are modeled in a traditional way and go through a production process that usually takes from one to two months, between drying, burning, and painting. Being surrounded by a living tradition, Cesar Torres Jr., learned from his father since childhood. Architect by profession, Cesar Jr. has come to revolutionize and modernize with new designs and ideas of the current world, nevertheless always respecting the tradition of the processes and materials that make Talavera a Creole art...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Spanish Colonial Folk Art

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Majolica

Talavera Decorative Lavabo Sink Folk Art Mexican Ceramic Blue White
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
Elegant white and blue sink lavabo made with the Talavera technique. Artist, Cesar Torres portraits the colonial art of Mexico. The Talavera is not just a simple painted ceramic:...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Spanish Colonial Folk Art

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Majolica

Mexican Ceramic Corn Skull Sculpture Hand Crafted Folk Art, Edition 1/30
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
“My purpose in making this skull is to represent the different types of native maize that since remote times have brought food security to our ancestors, giving them the time to develop the knowledge and arts to the extent they did,” says Mexican ceramist Omar Hernández...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Organic Modern Folk Art

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Antique Tortilla Press Maker in Mesquite Wood
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this antique tortilla press maker in mesquite wood, circa 1950.
Category

1950s Mexican Folk Art Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Ecce Homo
Located in Guadalajara, Jalisco, MX
Beautiful and carefully detailed polychromed wood ecce homo from 17th century Seville
Category

17th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Antique Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Cylindrical Art Glass Chess and Wood Lathed Table
Located in Naucalpan, Edo de Mex
This Board Games edition presents classic games and decorative pieces like Backgammon, Chess and Tic Tac Toe, made out of wood and glass. Since 2000, Orfeo Quagliata offers a remarkable consistency based in design and a fine technical work in glass. He creates custom interior design projects, as well as furniture, jewelry and decorative elements. Orfeo takes his most interesting glass techniques to apply them in the inserts of the table. The "Barcodes" technique is a fine linear design with schemes of different colors that contrast with the wood. For the chess pieces, Orfeo applies the exclusive "Jimmiz...
Category

2010s Mexican Folk Art

Materials

Wood, Art Glass

Small Chess and Checkers Wood Lathed Table
Located in Naucalpan, Edo de Mex
Chess table This Board Games edition presents Classic games and decorative pieces like Backgammon, Chess and Tic Tac Toe, made out of wood and glass. Since 2000, Orfeo Quagliata off...
Category

2010s Mexican Folk Art

Materials

Art Glass, Wood

Large Wood and Glass Tic Tac Toe
Located in Naucalpan, Edo de Mex
A collaboration by Orfeo Quagliata creating iconic family entertainment. This Board Games edition presents classic games like Backgammon, Chess and Tic Tac Toe, made out of wood and ...
Category

2010s Mexican Folk Art

Materials

Art Glass, Wood

Primitive Petite Stool Made in Solid Wood
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this primitive petite stool made in solid wood, circa 1930. Made in Mexico hand carved using machete and chisel. Fully restored. Clear markings s...
Category

1930s Mexican Primitive Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Antique English Rolls Razor Safety Blade Sharpener
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this English rolls razor blade sharpener, circa 1930. Made by Rolls Razor, Ltd., of Cricklewood, London. The Rolls Safety Razor product was a sophisticated safety-razor whic...
Category

1930s English Industrial Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Metal

Authentic Talavera Decorative Plate Folk Art Vessel Mexican Ceramic Blue White
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
Elegant white and blue plate made with the Talavera technique. Artist, Cesar Torres portraits the colonial art of Mexico. The Talavera is not just a simple painted ceramic: its exquisite decoration is the product of a delicate process of alchemy that translates into fine enamels. In Puebla, Mexico few people still produce using Talavera with the ancestral techniques. One of those few is Cesar Torres, Don Cesar learned his art in the workshop of the Uriarte family, an excellent workshop where his grandfather worked. In his creations he uses the black and white mud that is obtained from the nearby hills of Loreto and Guadalupe, and colors of mineral origin that he creates in his workshop with recipes from his grandfather. All the pieces are modeled in a traditional way and go through a production process that usually takes from one to two months, between drying, burning, and painting. Being surrounded by a living tradition, Cesar Torres Jr., learned from his father since childhood. Architect by profession, Cesar Jr. has come to revolutionize and modernize with new designs and ideas of the current world, nevertheless always respecting the tradition of the processes and materials that make Talavera a Creole art...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Spanish Colonial Folk Art

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica, Clay

Proteo Dos by Andres Monnier
Located in Geneve, CH
Proteo Dos by Andres Monnier. Dimensions: height: 10 - 20, width: 3 - 8, length: 5 - 10 cm. Materials: nero marquina. Different dimensions available....
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Folk Art

Materials

Other

Vintage, New and Antique Folk Art

Folk art refers to a genre of art that shares the creator’s traditions, offering not just an artistic display but an opportunity to learn about a culture. Vintage, new and antique folk art typically reflects a heritage or location. It can include utilitarian objects and handmade art as diverse as weather vanes, portraiture and paintings, carnival art, quilts and duck decoys.

American folk art is frequently valued because of the traditional 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. Native American folk art includes functional objects reflecting their heritage, such as baskets, textiles and wooden pieces.

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 folk art on 1stDibs.

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