Folk Art
Early 2000s English Modern Folk Art
Stoneware
2010s Italian Modern Folk Art
Brass
2010s Mexican Modern Folk Art
Resin, Wood
1970s French Modern Vintage Folk Art
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Canadian Modern Folk Art
Stone
Late 20th Century Zimbabwean Modern Folk Art
Stone
15th Century and Earlier Unknown Gothic Antique Folk Art
Limestone
1960s German Baroque Vintage Folk Art
Wood
1970s German Modern Vintage Folk Art
Wood, Velvet
20th Century British Modern Folk Art
Paper
2010s Italian Modern Folk Art
Ceramic
Early 1900s German Baroque Antique Folk Art
Quartz
1990s Australian Modern Folk Art
Canvas, Acrylic
Mid-18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Folk Art
Iron
Early 2000s Australian Modern Folk Art
Canvas, Acrylic
Mid-19th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Folk Art
Leather, Wood
20th Century American Modern Folk Art
Metal
2010s Indonesian Modern Folk Art
Wool, Acrylic
Early 19th Century French Baroque Antique Folk Art
Wool, Linen
Mid-18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Folk Art
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Folk Art
Wool
2010s Italian Modern Folk Art
Gold Leaf
Late 18th Century Brazilian Baroque Antique Folk Art
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Folk Art
Wool
Early 2000s Indonesian Modern Folk Art
Wool
2010s Italian Modern Folk Art
Leather, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Folk Art
Wool
1960s French Modern Vintage Folk Art
Ceramic
16th Century Belgian Gothic Antique Folk Art
Oak
Mid-20th Century British Modern Folk Art
Granite
2010s Italian Modern Folk Art
Leather
20th Century Philippine Modern Folk Art
1930s German Baroque Vintage Folk Art
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Folk Art
Wool
2010s Italian Modern Folk Art
Leather
20th Century American Modern Folk Art
Fabric
2010s Italian Modern Folk Art
Leather
Early 1900s German Baroque Antique Folk Art
Quartz
18th Century Dutch Baroque Antique Folk Art
Ceramic, Pottery
Mid-20th Century Greek Medieval Folk Art
Ceramic
2010s French Modern Folk Art
Glass
18th Century German Baroque Antique Folk Art
Walnut
2010s Italian Modern Folk Art
Leather
1970s American Modern Vintage Folk Art
Wood
2010s Italian Modern Folk Art
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Folk Art
Wool
1750s Italian Baroque Antique Folk Art
Fir
2010s Italian Modern Folk Art
Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century Modern Folk Art
Other
20th Century American Modern Folk Art
Other
2010s Italian Modern Folk Art
Leather, Cotton
Mid-20th Century Mexican Modern Folk Art
Silver
1970s Scottish Modern Vintage Folk Art
Stoneware
2010s Italian Modern Folk Art
Leather
2010s French Modern Folk Art
Metal
Early 2000s English Modern Folk Art
Stoneware
20th Century American Modern Folk Art
Wood
1970s English Modern Vintage Folk Art
Stoneware
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.