Folk Art

Two Exquisite Yaka Figural Decorative Wooden Combs "Cisakulo". These remarkable antique wooden combs feature handles adorned with geometric carvings the top depicting a standing female and the other comb a male figure. The wooden hair combs are not only for the practical purpose of hair combing but also as items of decoration and adornment. Within the Asante Akan Kingdom of West Africa, these combs held significant cultural value. They were presented to women by family members and male admirers before and during courtship, and subsequently by husbands. Elaborately carved with symbolic designs, these combs symbolize beauty, status, and good fortune in a woman's life. Highly collectible pieces with minor signs of wear on the wood. Dimensions: 11" in height by 2.75" in width. Dimensions: 10" in height by 2.5" in width. Early tribal African wood comb...

A beautiful blown glass apple in such a gorgeous vibrant red. Acquired at a Palm Beach estate.

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of antique carousels with this carved wooden elephant figure. Mounted on a metal base for stability, this carousel piece is a testament to in...

This exquisite antique carousel figure showcases the elegance of a peacock, intricately carved from wood. Mounted on a durable metal base with a supp...

A charming hinged box of simple construction, with its original painted finish and yellow painted number 8. Possibly previously used in a tea dispensers or for dry storage of grains...

Art Deco Pottery Iznik style Platter signed Greber Beauvais, circa 1930.

48 STARFISH-LIKE, NEEDLEWORK EXECUTED STARS ON A HAND-CROCHETED ANTIQUE AMERICAN FLAG FROM THE EARLIEST PART OF THE 48 STAR ERA, 1912-WWI (U.S. INVOLVEMENT 1917-18) OR EVEN PRIOR TO ...

3-660 hand carved hardwood Cambodian princess.

Add a touch of whimsy to your space with this charming antique carousel figure featuring a carved wooden pig. Crafted with precision and mounted on a sturdy metal base, this carousel piece showcases the craftsmanship of yesteryears. Perfect for collectors and those who appreciate the timeless appeal of vintage carousel art...

Embark on a journey of opulence with our Vintage Italian Lapis Lazuli Chess Board, a striking piece from the 1980s. This exquisite chess board, meticulously crafted in Italy, showcas...

Large Early 20th century Palethorps Pictorial Enamel Sausage Sign Very Rare old sign with a mouth watering picture of Palethorps Royal Cambridge sausages The sign is made in ceram...

Behold this majestic antique carousel figure featuring a regal lion. Meticulously hand-carved from wood and mounted on a sturdy metal base, this vint...

Continental Silver Mounted Rosewood Gentlemens Walking Stick. Late 19th Century, German or French. Appears unmarked. The handle cast as a lion surm...

Folk Art carved and painted owl decoy, USA 1900's A decorative barn owl carving decoy Original paint with even wear. Mounted over a new iron stand.

W24 D32 H2 Vintage signed lithograph in excellent condition. Item contents and frame are well preserved. Item is ready to hang.

A superb Igbo Nigeria helmet mask 'Agbogho Mmuo" or Maiden Spirit. Worn as masqurades during funerals, cleansing rituals, harvest festivals, weddings and other such occasions . Igb...

Manufactured by J.G. Pollard Co., a company with a long history dating back to its establishment in 1837 in Brooklyn, New York, this sign represents a part of the heritage of metal c...

This amazing antique American Indian totem pole came from a trading post in New Mexico originally.We obtained it from a Folk art collection in California....

It is thought to be excavated earthenware from around the 15th to 19th century. Judging from the soil, texture of the surface, and shape, it seems to have been made in South America....

Vladimir Mikhailovich Sinitski (1896-1986) was born in Pokrovka, Odessa pr., Ukraine in 1896. He studied at the Odessa Art College 1912 - 1918/19; at the Odessa Free Art Studios 1920...

Capture the enchantment of childhood with this delightful antique carousel figure featuring a carved wooden Bambi. Mounted on a rocking metal frame, this nostalgic piece evokes the whimsy and charm of classic carousels. The intricate woodwork and playful design make it a unique and cherished addition to any collector's ensemble, bringing a touch of vintage magic...

Charming Benin King Oba and his Queen. Terrific pair of Benin hand carved ebony hardwood figures. Intricate detailing on each of these super West African carvings Circa Mid 20th c...

Rare mid century wool rug / wall textile designed by Uhra Beata Simberg Ehrström in 1966 and hand made by Pirkko Sillfors in 1976. In go...

These metal candlestick holders have many gold details, including the faces, hands and bases. The fisherman features a net that is caught in his shoe and the hunter carries a rifle. ...

Large oversized folding wooden chess set made in the USSR in the 1980s. Box unfolds into chess board. Good condition with nice surface patination on board...

Early 20th Century Folk art English Articulated Toy Dog Form A very unusual and quirky example of an early 20th century English folk art articulated weighted jaw toy dog. Made from ...

A fantastic vintage patinated metal palm tree. A chic torch cut design in a gnarly metal finish. A real boho tropical look. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.

Beautiful copper pan from France, a so-called Bassinoire. The lid can be opened with an external lever. This antique form of a todays hot-water bottle was primarily used in aristocr...

This folky hand carved & painted fish sign comes from a cabin in New England.Possibly a fishing campsite.Amazing painted surface.

Elevate your decor with this striking antique wooden servant figures, crafted entirely from wood. Dressed in vibrant red clothing and a matching hat, this remarkable piece exudes bot...

Incredible vintage monumental original oil. A brilliant composition of a Russian group of people. Bright and clear colors dominate this massive canvas. Signed on the back

Great Vintage porcelain sign-enameled metal sign, Sprinkler Fire Alarm when bell rings call Police or Fire Dept. This sign came off an industrial building ...

Royal antique living room round rug 1950s

An 18th Century French Portrait painting of a man in its original gold painted gilt wood frame. The frame has time worn damage t...

Long Lane Persian Antique 1920

Fabulous Midcentury Signed oil portrait. A depiction of beautiful and stylish ladies among the traditional local people. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.

A striking vintage original oil painting on canvas. A gorgeous female nude in a quiet reclining pose. Deep rich colors dominate this composition. Signed by the artist. Acquired from ...

A striking vintage Regency oil portrait on canvas. A chic composition in the period style. Signed and dated by the artist. Acquired from a Palm Be...

Unique carved cane that chronicles the life and achievements of Thomas Jefferson. Among the carved words are "Thos. Jefferson of Va Born Apr 2,1743 Wa...

A Red-figure lekanis composed of a fitted lid with red-figure "ladies of fashion" in profile. This woman wears a saccos, a type of headdress characterised by its draped fabric, which...

A Virgin Of Atocha - The Virgin Mary, 19th C. Wooden Sculpture believed to be from the 19th Century Mexico. The piece is all hand crafted and quite large at 45" tall. The crown, an...

Vintage Vietnamese Front Pack Basket. Cleverly woven with three open compartments and two shoulder straps with a variation of weave patterns and well finished trim. To be worn on the...

A exquisite vintage Zuni Native American silver ring with inlaid Kachina dancer This silver ring features a Kachina dancer inlaid with T...

Fantastic antique found unpainted carousel horse form having distressed wood, amazing character, and handsome custom iron stand. Makes a stunning folk art sculpture with monochromat...

Two carved bone tool Handles from the Pre-Inuit Thule Culture in all original condition. Probable wood working tools, the handles once held Stone or, more rarely, Iron blades. The la...

A rare and large glazed ceramic whiskey dispenser with strong form and color. Mark on the base dates to 1882-1891. Urquart owner's inscription also i...

A pine wedding chest from Central Europe, probably German, dated 1797. The Neoclassical style persisted in Europe until after the 1820s. This color scheme of terracotta red and earth...

Large Antique Photo Album with Wooden Carved Cover, Brienz ca. 1900 A lovely antique photo album featuring a lindenwood carved cover depicting a hunte...

Set Porcelain Plates Collection, 2019 Carved Porcelain Wall Sculpture Set Overall size: 39.5 H x 28 W x 1 D in. Individual size: 1. Stairway to Now...

Carved painted wood Ashanti Linguist Staff with bird top and twisted knots forms. A staff like this was the symbol of office for the linguist, a traine...

A rare French Military Academy Officer's hat or cap from the 1970s. These special and unique hats are part of the uniform of students studying to become officers in the French Milita...

On offer is a Basangwe mask from the Songye people of the Democratic Republic of Congo, circa 1950s. The mask has the typical facial shape of the Basangwe mask. At the top, it has a pair of stylised birds decorated with punched triangles. Their long beaks seem to suggest Hornbill or Kalao bird. The eyes are slanted elongated slits, it has narrow nose and protruding circular mouth in a light russet colour. It has a banded stripe design in black and white more similar to a Songye Kifwebe mask...

The most dramatic of the Gerous ( Garrus, Gerus, Garus ) carpets are those with an "asymmetric" design. Only a section of the original is shown, in the same way, many Lotto carpets w...

18th Century Bronze Palanquin Leopard Finials An intriguing pair of 18th-century Bronze Palanquin Leopard Finials, exquisite artifacts that represent the opulence and cultural herit...

Modernist Oil Painting on Canvas by Alice (Alicia) Makara .1925-2007 WNY Artist..

Made from found industrial objects, this face takes on different looks at every angle. A wedge, sprockets, gears are adhered to a found painted steel plate to complete this "Flatlay Face" Jim Rose Flatlay Face No. 05, 2021 found industrial objects 4.50h x 10.75w x 10.75d in 11.43h x 27.30w x 27.30d cm JR0299 Jim Rose b. 1966, d. 2023 Bio Born in Indiana, Jim Rose lived in Europe until he returned to the United States to attend college. After one year at Bard College, Jim transferred to the School of the Art Institute in Chicago (SAIC) where he graduated in 1988 with a BFA. His skillful interpretation of the Shaker design is a result of intense research and field study of Shaker furniture, architecture, culture and history. After over two decades of dedicated work, he has mastered the minimalism of the Shaker technique and created his own unique visual vernacular. The quilts of Gee's Bend have become a monumental influence taking this artist's work to new levels of unique interpretation and artistry. His selection of aged steel results in a patina directly related to that of aged wood while his colored strips beautifully mimic worn cloth. Each piece of furniture is masterfully made and intended for daily use. Jim Rose’s steel furniture is featured every year at SOFA Chicago for the past 25 years. Jim Rose b. 1966, Wisconsin Education 1989 B.F.A., Sculpture, The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, IL 1988 Student at Large, Welding Technology, Triton College, Chicago, IL 1985 Undergraduate Photography Bard College, Annandale-on-Hudson, New York Awards 2008 Wisconsin Arts Board Fellowship Award, Madison, WI. 2005 Elizabeth R. Raphael Founder’s Prize, Society for Contemporary Craft, Pittsburgh, PA 2003 Grant Recipient for Shaker Interpretations in Cast Iron, PA Arts Assoc / WI Arts Board 2003 Arts/Industry Residency Program for Visual Artists, John Michael Kohler Arts Center, Sheboygan, Wisconsin Solo Exhibitions 2017 New Work, Tory Folliard Gallery, Milwaukee, WI 2012 Simply Steel, Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum, Wausau, WI 2007 Variation, Ann Nathan Gallery, Chicago, IL 2003 New Work, Ann Nathan Gallery, Chicago, IL 2001 Shaker in Steel / New Work, Ann Nathan Gallery, Chicago, IL 2000 Shaker in Steel / New Work, Ann Nathan Gallery, Chicago, IL 1999 Hands and Heart to Steel III, Ann Nathan Gallery, Chicago, IL National Exhibitions 2017-2018 SOFA Chicago – Gallery Victor Armendariz 2016 - 1995 SOFA Chicago, New York, Palm Beach - Ann Nathan Gallery 2011 - 2002 Art Chicago - Ann Nathan Gallery Group Exhibitions 2017 Coming Attractions: Inaugural Exhibition, Gallery Victor Armendariz, Chicago, IL 2017 Living with Art: The Newman Collection, 108 Contemporary, Tulsa, Oklahoma 2016 Form Follows Function: The Intersection of Art and Craft, The Hardy Gallery, Ephraim, Wi 2015 NEO, Chipstone Foundation, Milwaukee Art Museum, Milwaukee, WI 2015 ICFF, Furniture Society, Javits Convention Center, New York City, NY 2013 Vahki Revisited, The Enduring Spirit of a Craft Collection” Mesa Contemporary Arts, Mesa, AZ 2013 Fearless Furniture, Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites, Indianapolis, IN 2013 Inaugural Exhibition, Museum Wisconsin of Art, West Bend, WI 2012 Sitting Pretty: Furniture from RAM’s Collection, Racine Art Museum, WI 2011 Hiding Places: Memory in the Arts, John Michael Kohler Arts Center, WI 2010 Living with Art, Strohl Art Center, Chautauqua Institution, NY 2009 Summer in Wisconsin, Tory Folliard Gallery, Milwaukee, WI 2009 High Honors, James Watrous Gallery, Madison, WI 2008 Second Lives: Remixing the Ordinary, Museum of Art and Design, NY 2007 Transformation 5: Contemporary Works in Found Materials, Art Association, Jackson, WY 2007 Transformation 5: Contemporary Works in Found Materials, Houston Center for Contemporary Craft, Houston, TX (traveling exhibition) 2006 Show us Your Drawers, Herron School of Art, Indianapolis, IN 2006 Marriage of the Minds...

Extraordinary 19th Century Swedish Bonad. The Nativity, The imagery capturing the Baby in a Manger in the stable, being overlooked by donkeys and angels. Primitive and exuberant colo...

This 36-star flag has stars arranged in a gorgeous and highly desirable medallion pattern. This particular medallion includes a large haloed star in the middle, two rings of stars s...