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British Sailor's Woolwork Picture of Five Ships Off a Coastline
British Sailor's Woolwork Picture of Five Ships Off a Coastline

British Sailor's Woolwork Picture of Five Ships Off a Coastline

Located in Downingtown, PA

A Fleet in Thread: The Victorian Sailor's Grand Panorama British, Circa 1875 This engaging and substantial artwork serves as a superb example of the "woolie," a distinctive form of ...

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1870s English Folk Art Antique Folk Art

Materials

Wool

Naive Ethiopian Painting Circle of Life 'Scene of the Year', 1970s
Naive Ethiopian Painting Circle of Life 'Scene of the Year', 1970s

Naive Ethiopian Painting Circle of Life 'Scene of the Year', 1970s

Located in Nagykovácsi, Central Hungary

The upper two lines show Months of Year form September to February and March to August, below the scenes of life. with Ge'ez language inscriptions.

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1970s Ethiopian Folk Art Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Canvas

1960s Taller Maya Mixed Metal Modernist Necklace, Mexico
1960s Taller Maya Mixed Metal Modernist Necklace, Mexico

1960s Taller Maya Mixed Metal Modernist Necklace, Mexico

By Taller Maya

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A striking mixed-metal modernist necklace designed and handcrafted in Mexico in the 1960s by the renowned jewelry studio Taller Maya. This bold and sculptural piece showcases the studio’s signature use of hammered brass, copper, and patinated detailing, arranged in an interconnected geometric chain supporting a large circular pendant with richly textured, multi-tonal hammered surfaces. The necklace features alternating hammered links, copper accent rings, and round decorative medallions, all connected with Taller Maya’s characteristic hand-forged techniques. The large pendant—layered with concentric hammered textures—creates a dramatic focal point that embodies the expressive and culturally rooted aesthetic for which the studio is celebrated. The piece retains its original hallmark: “Maya” and “Mexico” Measurement: Length: 16.50 in (41.9 cm) This necklace is an excellent example of mid-20th-century Mexican modernist jewelry...

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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Brass, Copper

Bronze Indian & Dog Book Ends -Pair
Bronze Indian & Dog Book Ends -Pair

Bronze Indian & Dog Book Ends -Pair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This pair of bronze bookends of an Indian & his dog are signed JB1524-C.Vieth. Fine condition.

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1930s American Adirondack Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Bronze

Antique Oushak Carpet, Oriental Rug, Handmade Taupe, Ice Blue and Brown
Antique Oushak Carpet, Oriental Rug, Handmade Taupe, Ice Blue and Brown

Antique Oushak Carpet, Oriental Rug, Handmade Taupe, Ice Blue and Brown

Located in Port Washington, NY

The town of Oushak first emerged as a center for the production of Ottoman Turkish court carpets from the end of the fifteenth century. Like these forerunners, the antique Oushak car...

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Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Folk Art

Materials

Wool

Vintage Parchment Tribal Art Wall Sconce North African
Vintage Parchment Tribal Art Wall Sconce North African

Vintage Parchment Tribal Art Wall Sconce North African

By Berber Tribes of Morocco

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

African Tribal Art parchment wall shade sconce featuring a large triangle hide form stitched on iron and hand painted surface. These Moroccan Art pieces could be used as wall lamp s...

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20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Folk Art

Materials

Iron

"Woodie Wagon Brooklyn Taxi" Sculpture by Paul Jacobsen
"Woodie Wagon Brooklyn Taxi" Sculpture by Paul Jacobsen

"Woodie Wagon Brooklyn Taxi" Sculpture by Paul Jacobsen

By Paul Jacobsen

Located in Wiscasset, ME

Custom sculpture constructed of painted wood. Paul Jacobsen used everyday objects, such as chairs, cars, airplanes, trains, motorcycles and puzzles, all built from scratch and turns...

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2010s American Folk Art Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Vintage Bait Shop Fish Trade Sign
Vintage Bait Shop Fish Trade Sign

Vintage Bait Shop Fish Trade Sign

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Vintage bait shop fish trade sign. Carved fish with nice details and worn paint, metal eyes, and lichen from outdoor display. Used and displayed in the Adirondacks. Great for continu...

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Tramp Art Cabinet, Signed by Michael Lavery
Tramp Art Cabinet, Signed by Michael Lavery

Tramp Art Cabinet, Signed by Michael Lavery

By Michael Lavery

Located in NYC, NY

Fine and large tramp art cabinet signed 'Michael Lavery' and dated '98' on reverse (shown in Image #9) in whitewash paint. Certainly one of the fines...

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Late 20th Century American Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Six Foot Carved Fish Trade Sign
Six Foot Carved Fish Trade Sign

Six Foot Carved Fish Trade Sign

Located in Norwell, MA

Six foot Atlantic tuna with painted finish. 'Fresh Fish' is painted in red block letters on its right side. Distressed finish. Fitted with two pieces of iron chain. Awesome look. We...

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2010s North American Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Bent Wood Victorian Sled with Unique Form
Bent Wood Victorian Sled with Unique Form

Bent Wood Victorian Sled with Unique Form

Located in Vienna, Austria

A Victorian wooden sled, the type one often finds on vintage European Christmas cards. Designed for a child, it can be pushed or pulled. You can al...

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1890s Austrian Victorian Antique Folk Art

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Bentwood

Parker Carousel Company Wood Carved Chariot Side
Parker Carousel Company Wood Carved Chariot Side

Parker Carousel Company Wood Carved Chariot Side

By John Adams Parker

Located in Santa Monica, CA

Carved wood Parker Carousel chariot side. Fantastic carved dragon with the original jewel eye.

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Early 20th Century American Steampunk Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Roman Marble Statue of Jupiter and Eagle from the Imperial Period
Roman Marble Statue of Jupiter and Eagle from the Imperial Period

Roman Marble Statue of Jupiter and Eagle from the Imperial Period

Located in London, GB

This exquisite Roman marble statuette depicts Jupiter, king of the gods, flanked by an eagle with outstretched wings, the symbol of his divine power. While only the feet and left leg...

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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Folk Art

Materials

Marble

Senoufo Ivory Coast 'Kpelié' Initiation Dance Mask, First Half 20th Century
Senoufo Ivory Coast 'Kpelié' Initiation Dance Mask, First Half 20th Century

Senoufo Ivory Coast 'Kpelié' Initiation Dance Mask, First Half 20th Century

Located in CA, CA

A strikingly darkly patinated and geometrically inscribed ritual mask made by the Senoufo people of the Ivory Coast. This delicately carved mask, with its characteristic arched eyebr...

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Early 20th Century Folk Art

Materials

Hardwood

Folky Hand-Hooked Mounted Blue Birds Rug from Pennsylvania
Folky Hand-Hooked Mounted Blue Birds Rug from Pennsylvania

Folky Hand-Hooked Mounted Blue Birds Rug from Pennsylvania

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This hand-hooked rug was found in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania and has such great geometric lines. It has a thick NAP and is really great condition.The rug is sewn on linen and on a custom made wood...

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1930s American Folk Art Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Wool

18th Century Italian Small Speckled Silver Leaf Tassel Ornaments 'Set of 5'
18th Century Italian Small Speckled Silver Leaf Tassel Ornaments 'Set of 5'

18th Century Italian Small Speckled Silver Leaf Tassel Ornaments 'Set of 5'

By Interi

Located in Columbia, SC

18th Century Italian hand-carved speckled silver leaf tassel ornaments. The tassels originally came from an Italian church in Tuscany and were used during feast days. These tassels were commonly used to adorn 18th and 19th century French and Italian chandeliers...

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18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Folk Art

Materials

Metal, Silver Leaf

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Swedish Geometric Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Carpet Pile
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Swedish Geometric Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Carpet Pile

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Swedish Geometric Warm Tan Hand-Knotted Carpet Pile

Located in New York, NY

This vintage Swedish Rya rug from the 1950s is a playful and vibrant expression of Scandinavian design, showcasing a charming pattern reminiscent of rows of stylized townhouses. Each...

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1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Wool

Monumental 18th Century Italian Oil Painting
Monumental 18th Century Italian Oil Painting

Monumental 18th Century Italian Oil Painting

Located in Round Top, TX

A monumental 18th century Oil On Canvas Painting from Lucca, Italy. Delightful soft color and hues with handsome cracquelure. The painting will be the statement of its surrounding.

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18th Century Italian Antique Folk Art

Materials

Canvas

Navajo Indian  Weaving Runner Rug
Navajo Indian  Weaving Runner Rug

Navajo Indian Weaving Runner Rug

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Early Navajo weaving runner rug . Interesting geometric pattern rug.Very rare

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1920s American Adirondack Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Wool

Samarkand Vintage Rug In Pale Sand - Silk by Doris Leslie Blau
Samarkand Vintage Rug In Pale Sand - Silk by Doris Leslie Blau

Samarkand Vintage Rug In Pale Sand - Silk by Doris Leslie Blau

Located in New York, NY

This rug is part of Samarkand Rugs collection. This exceptional antique rug, originating from the Yarkand region of East Turkestan and dating to circa 1830, is a rare example of a S...

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1830s East Turkestani Khotan Antique Folk Art

Materials

Silk

19thc Mini Postage Stamp Blue & White Doll Quilt
19thc Mini Postage Stamp Blue & White Doll Quilt

19thc Mini Postage Stamp Blue & White Doll Quilt

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19thc blue & white postage stamp mounted doll quilt sewn on linen. The condition is very good.

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Late 19th Century American Adirondack Antique Folk Art

Materials

Cotton

Large Carved and Painted Temple Lion, Pixiu or Foo Dog
Large Carved and Painted Temple Lion, Pixiu or Foo Dog

Large Carved and Painted Temple Lion, Pixiu or Foo Dog

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Large Carved and Painted Temple Lion, Pixiu or Foo Dog This fierce looking beast dates from the 19th Century, he is carved in wood and was originally painted Much of the paint 1s fad...

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19th Century Folk Art Antique Folk Art

Materials

Teak

"Protector One" Folk Art Crow Sculpture
"Protector One" Folk Art Crow Sculpture

"Protector One" Folk Art Crow Sculpture

Located in Chicago, IL

Richly textured with whimsical appeal, this late 20th century wooden crow is a delightful example of naive American sculpture. Poised mid-caw, the crow's wings are outstretched, read...

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Late 20th Century American Folk Art Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Maya Bird Sello Stamp
Maya Bird Sello Stamp

Maya Bird Sello Stamp

Located in Chicago, IL

Stamps, or sellos, such as this one were common during the pre-Columbian period in Mesoamerica and most popular during the Formative Period that spanned the years between 1200-800 B....

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15th Century and Earlier Mexican Pre-Columbian Antique Folk Art

Materials

Ceramic

French Majolica Wire Basket Gien circa 1890
French Majolica Wire Basket Gien circa 1890

French Majolica Wire Basket Gien circa 1890

By Gien

Located in Austin, TX

French Majolica wire basket Gien circa 1890. Chinoiserie scene with pagoda.

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1890s French Chinoiserie Antique Folk Art

Materials

Wire

Vintage Folk Art Carved Wood Juvenile Size Carousel Figure of a Standing Lion
Vintage Folk Art Carved Wood Juvenile Size Carousel Figure of a Standing Lion

Vintage Folk Art Carved Wood Juvenile Size Carousel Figure of a Standing Lion

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Vintage half-scale carved wood carousel figure by Robert Demechko (1938-1923). Called "Leo" a carved and bleached or limed wood figure of a standing male lion with glass eyes and dec...

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Late 20th Century American Folk Art Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Ararat Rugs the Alaeddin Mosque Diamond Lattice Carpet Seljuk Rug, Natural Dyed
Ararat Rugs the Alaeddin Mosque Diamond Lattice Carpet Seljuk Rug, Natural Dyed

Ararat Rugs the Alaeddin Mosque Diamond Lattice Carpet Seljuk Rug, Natural Dyed

By Ararat Rugs

Located in Tokyo, JP

The source of the carpet comes from the book Orient Stars Collection, Anatolian Tribal Rugs 1050-1750, Michael Franses, Hali Publications Ltd, 2021 fig.21. This 13th century carpet i...

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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Revival Folk Art

Materials

Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material

18th Century Blanket Chest Blue and Red Painted
18th Century Blanket Chest Blue and Red Painted

18th Century Blanket Chest Blue and Red Painted

Located in Vo', Veneto

Ancient Tyrolean painted chest. Measures: H. 70, L. 174, P. 63 Antique painted chest. On the front it has two mirrors with geometric decor...

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Late 18th Century Italian Folk Art Antique Folk Art

Materials

Fir

Vintage American Amish “Baby Blocks” Hand-Stitched Cotton Quilt
Vintage American Amish “Baby Blocks” Hand-Stitched Cotton Quilt

Vintage American Amish “Baby Blocks” Hand-Stitched Cotton Quilt

Located in Barrington, IL

An exquisite mid-20th century Amish quilt from Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, beautifully hand-stitched in the classic “Baby Blocks” pattern. This expertly crafted textile features soft hues of lavender, pale gray, and green, with each geometric block meticulously hand-cut and hand-pieced to create a three-dimensional illusion. Made from repurposed household fabrics and constructed entirely by hand, this quilt reflects the Amish commitment to both utility and artistry. The fine needlework and harmonious color palette make it a standout heirloom-quality piece ideal for display or use. Dimensions: 46” x 54” Date of Manufacture: 2nd Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: United States Material: Cotton Condition: Good The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU: 2242 vintage Amish quilt, Baby Blocks quilt, hand-stitched Amish cotton quilt, antique geometric quilt, mid century American quilt, Lancaster County quilt, lavender and gray quilt, handmade patchwork quilt, repurposed fabric textile, collectible Amish craftsmanship, vintage nursery decor, three-dimensional quilt design, sustainable vintage decor, heirloom American quilt, quilt for interior design, Amish Baby Blocks Quilt, American Amish Baby Blocks Quilts, Baby Blocks Quilts, Vintage Amish Quilts, Antique Amish Quilts, Amish American Quilts, Pennsylvania Quilts, Lancaster County Quilts...

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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art

Materials

Cotton

Rare South German Butcher's Guild Trade Sign, 19th Century
Rare South German Butcher's Guild Trade Sign, 19th Century

Rare South German Butcher's Guild Trade Sign, 19th Century

Located in ALHAURÍN EL GRANDE, Malaga

An exceptionally rare and highly unusual South German butcher's guild trade sign, dating to the 19th century. Hand-carved and polychromed, this remarkable object represents the shop ...

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1880s German Folk Art Antique Folk Art

Materials

Glass, Wood

Early Brown Navajo Weaving Pillows -Pair
Early Brown Navajo Weaving Pillows -Pair

Early Brown Navajo Weaving Pillows -Pair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fantastic early 20thc Navajo Indian saddle blanket pillows with mohair backings.The inserts are down & feather fill.Sold as a pair.

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Folk Art

Materials

Wool

Bakelite or early plastic photo frame by Giulio Natta.
Bakelite or early plastic photo frame by Giulio Natta.

Bakelite or early plastic photo frame by Giulio Natta.

By Aldo Tura

Located in Lugo, IT

Bakelite or early plastic photo frame by Giulio Natta. Front glass Production L.A.C.S.A. Bologna Good condition. Thanks

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1940s Italian Modern Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Plastic

Large Figurative African Mangbetu Anthropomorphic Ceramic Vessel or Jar
Large Figurative African Mangbetu Anthropomorphic Ceramic Vessel or Jar

Large Figurative African Mangbetu Anthropomorphic Ceramic Vessel or Jar

Located in Studio City, CA

This is a wonderful piece likely made by the Mangetu tribe of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is finely detailed and quite large and hefty. These pieces were originally made...

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20th Century Congolese Folk Art Folk Art

Materials

Terracotta

19th C Original Painted Checkerboard
19th C Original Painted Checkerboard

19th C Original Painted Checkerboard

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19th C Original painted checkerboard.

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19th Century American Folk Art Antique Folk Art

Materials

Wood, Paint

Group Of Five Assorted Antique And Vintage Canes
Group Of Five Assorted Antique And Vintage Canes

Group Of Five Assorted Antique And Vintage Canes

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Included: Natural Wood Shillelagh / Knobstick with a large handle, naturally occurring burl or root-ball knob carved into a bulbous, ergonomic handle. The shaft is formed from a sin...

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Early 20th Century Victorian Folk Art

Materials

Metal

Biostim Pain Management Chart Framed Medical Graphic Wall Art 1980s
Biostim Pain Management Chart Framed Medical Graphic Wall Art 1980s

Biostim Pain Management Chart Framed Medical Graphic Wall Art 1980s

Located in Lisboa, PT

A framed Biostim chart titled “Pain Management – Treatment Mode,” produced in the 1980s, recontextualized here as a striking piece of graphic wall art. Originally designed for clinic...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Acrylic, Wood, Paper

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Floral Light Gray Hand-Knotted Carpet
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Floral Light Gray Hand-Knotted Carpet

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage French Art Deco Floral Light Gray Hand-Knotted Carpet

Located in New York, NY

This vintage Art Deco rug from the 1950s is a striking example of mid-century European textile artistry, blending the bold geometry of Deco design with whimsical natural motifs. Hand...

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1940s European Art Deco Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Wool

Oversized Metal Key Trade Sign
Oversized Metal Key Trade Sign

Oversized Metal Key Trade Sign

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Massive metal bit-key trade sign from the UK. Marked BOLTON, 1925. Great patina to metal. Well made and in very good condition. Cool oversized piece. ...

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1970s British Vintage Folk Art

Materials

Metal

Naive decorative antiques Paintings ''Two Lovers'' Italy
Naive decorative antiques Paintings ''Two Lovers'' Italy

Naive decorative antiques Paintings ''Two Lovers'' Italy

Located in Den Haag, NL

Naive paintings from a lady on a lute playing for a men . ''Two Lovers'' so romantic ,oil paint on linen . on board . made for a Tower room...

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18th Century Italian Folk Art Antique Folk Art

Materials

Paint

19th Century Hand-Painted Romantic Decor Fan
19th Century Hand-Painted Romantic Decor Fan

19th Century Hand-Painted Romantic Decor Fan

Located in NANTES, FR

19th Century Hand-Painted Romantic Decor Fan M3781 This 19th-century fan comes with its original case and features hand-painted decoration. Unfortunately, it is heavily damaged, wit...

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19th Century Romantic Antique Folk Art

Materials

Paper

Pre-Prohibition Fortune's Buffet ROG Mirror Sign
Pre-Prohibition Fortune's Buffet ROG Mirror Sign

Pre-Prohibition Fortune's Buffet ROG Mirror Sign

Located in Dekalb, IL

Antique reverse-painted storefront sign. This piece was for a shop that specialized in alcoholic and tobacco goods. Features a red field with gold-tone painted serif lettering. Whil...

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art

Materials

Brass

Large Vintage Toy Horse and Cart
Large Vintage Toy Horse and Cart

Large Vintage Toy Horse and Cart

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Impressive hand crafted toy horse and cart with a realistic cowhide cover horse with authentic tack on a wood platform with wheels. The hand painted c...

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Mid-20th Century American Sporting Art Folk Art

Materials

Metal

English Pub Sign, "Nag's Head"
English Pub Sign, "Nag's Head"

English Pub Sign, "Nag's Head"

Located in Austin, TX

An authentic English pub sign (two-sided) featuring a painting of a horse's head in a bridle, titled: Nag's Head. A very fine example of vintage advertising artwork, ready for displ...

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20th Century English Folk Art

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Ideal Weighing Machine Scale c.1929
Art Deco Ideal Weighing Machine Scale c.1929

Art Deco Ideal Weighing Machine Scale c.1929

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT An Art Deco, coin operated weighing machine. Green and yellow enameled porcelain cast iron body with chromed steel viewing window and coin slot. Beneath the thick glass view w...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Folk Art

Materials

Enamel, Steel, Iron

Set of Two Handmade Stoneware Bowls by Aksel Larsen, Denmark, 1970s
Set of Two Handmade Stoneware Bowls by Aksel Larsen, Denmark, 1970s

Set of Two Handmade Stoneware Bowls by Aksel Larsen, Denmark, 1970s

Set of two large unique handmade brutalist rustic stoneware bowls with hand-carved incised organic and geometric decorations and running glaze in earthy brown, lilac, light blue and ...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Folk Art

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

19th Century or Earlier Ritual Buddhist Mask, Japan
19th Century or Earlier Ritual Buddhist Mask, Japan

19th Century or Earlier Ritual Buddhist Mask, Japan

Located in Point Richmond, CA

19th Century or Earlier Ritual Buddhist Mask, Japan Ex Collection of Charles Smith, University of Washington A masterly carved ritual mask used in Shinto Festival ceremonies, most ...

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Mid-19th Century Japanese Tribal Antique Folk Art

Materials

Cypress

Vintage Double-Sided Handmade Carnival Sign
Vintage Double-Sided Handmade Carnival Sign

Vintage Double-Sided Handmade Carnival Sign

Located in Dekalb, IL

Hand-painted carnival game sign. This item features two sides, seemingly for two different types of games. It also appears to have been repurposed from a another carnival game sign a...

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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Folk Art

Materials

Wood, Paint

African Congo Pende Facial Mask, Carved Wood, Early 20th Century
African Congo Pende Facial Mask, Carved Wood, Early 20th Century

African Congo Pende Facial Mask, Carved Wood, Early 20th Century

Located in Queens, NY

African Congo Early 20th Century carved and painted Pende facial mask (for healing or preventing sickness) with a twisted nose and mouth, plus 2 eye slits, 2 side holes and elongated...

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20th Century African Tribal Folk Art

Materials

Paint

Stunning Modernist Architectural Rendering, Drawing by G.F.Hahn
Stunning Modernist Architectural Rendering, Drawing by G.F.Hahn

Stunning Modernist Architectural Rendering, Drawing by G.F.Hahn

Located in Buffalo, NY

Original MCM Pen and ink architectural study for a Palm Springs Residence (unbuilt). Framed and signed; J.H.Hahn, Reminiscent of the famed Dinah Shore hous...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Folk Art

Materials

Lead

Vintage Pennsylvania Amish “Churn Dash” Hand-Stitched Cotton Quilt
Vintage Pennsylvania Amish “Churn Dash” Hand-Stitched Cotton Quilt

Vintage Pennsylvania Amish “Churn Dash” Hand-Stitched Cotton Quilt

Located in Barrington, IL

This beautifully hand-crafted Amish quilt, made in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania circa the mid-1900s, features the classic “Churn Dash” pattern—a beloved motif in American quiltmaking, symbolizing home, work, and tradition. Rendered in a joyful palette of lavender, turquoise, and pink, the design strikes a harmonious balance between bold geometry and gentle color. Each fabric piece was carefully hand-cut and stitched with remarkable precision, showcasing the exceptional skill and dedication of its maker. True to Amish tradition, the quilt was constructed from materials readily available in the home—an inspired act of reuse that transformed everyday fabric into lasting art. The result is a quilt that speaks not only to function but to deep cultural values: simplicity, resourcefulness, and quiet beauty. The fine craftsmanship and striking visual appeal make this piece a desirable collector’s item and a stunning candidate for wall display. Please note: Some color distortion may occur in photos—refer to the video for the most accurate representation. Dimensions: 43” x 55” Date of Manufacture: 2nd Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: Pennsylvania, United States Material: Cotton Condition: Good The Persian Knot, SKU: 2239 Amish Churn Dash Quilt, American Amish Churn Dash Quilts, Churn Dash Quilts, Vintage Amish Churn Dash Quilts, Antique Amish Quilts, Amish American Quilts, Pennsylvania Quilts, Lancaster County Quilts...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Folk Art

Materials

Cotton

Antique Malatya Kilim Rug Old South Eastern Anatolian Turkish Carpet
Antique Malatya Kilim Rug Old South Eastern Anatolian Turkish Carpet

Antique Malatya Kilim Rug Old South Eastern Anatolian Turkish Carpet

Located in Tokyo, JP

This is a South Eastern Anatolian antique Kilim from the Malatya region with a rare and beautiful color composition. Malatya is Turkey's main kilim production area, and there are many variations. This is one of them, a runner-type kilim. The thread is thin, and the weave is very fine and dense. Some metallic threads are used in this antique kilim, which is rarely seen in Anatolian kilims. Red, navy blue, and gray are the colors that determine the impression of this kilim. Other colors, such as brown, yellow, and light blue, are also used in the patterns. The wavy horizontal striped pattern, plain pattern, and lined motif pattern are woven together to create a kilim that looks like an obi. The pattern of the motif and the pattern of the wave are about the same amounts, giving a lively impression without getting busy. The deep shades of colors and patterns that are familiar to each other are unique to antiques. However, it still retains good coloring, which makes it hard to believe that it is an antique. The runner type is a good type to make this kilim unique. Also, for those who want to create a different kind of home, the use of runners is very effective. Malatya is a town built on one main street that continues for several miles. It is situated in the Tohmasuyu River basin, which is encircled by the high peaks of the eastern Taurus Mountains. This is a fertile agricultural region, particularly for apricots, and has been a prolific weaving area for many years. The modern town was established in 1838; old Malatya, which is close by, was once an important city in Armenia Minor. In Roman times it was important as a garrison town on the eastern frontier, and the settlement came under Ottoman rule in the early fifteenth century. Considering the number of kilims woven in this region there is a surprising lack of diversity in design, especially in the larger kilims; this is possibly a direct result of the Kurdish tribal tradition of weaving only one type of design. Small prayer rugs...

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Early 20th Century Turkish Kilim Folk Art

Materials

Wool, Natural Fiber

Antique Arts & Crafts Moby Dick "Whale" Copper Metal 37" Weathervane
Antique Arts & Crafts Moby Dick "Whale" Copper Metal 37" Weathervane

Antique Arts & Crafts Moby Dick "Whale" Copper Metal 37" Weathervane

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Arts & Crafts Moby Dick "Whale" Copper Metal 37" Weathervane. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 21" H x 37" W x 3" D.

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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Folk Art

Materials

Copper

Red glazed ceramic vase by Michel Lanos, 1988
Red glazed ceramic vase by Michel Lanos, 1988

Red glazed ceramic vase by Michel Lanos, 1988

By Michel Lanos

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Red glazed ceramic vase by Michel Lanos. 18.1 x 14.2 inches. Perfect original decorations. Artist monogram under the base. 1988. Unique piece. This work is reproduced in the monograp...

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20th Century French Beaux Arts Folk Art

Materials

Ceramic

Hand Painted Indian Folk Art Stand or Low Table  A Lovely Decorative piece
Hand Painted Indian Folk Art Stand or Low Table  A Lovely Decorative piece

Hand Painted Indian Folk Art Stand or Low Table A Lovely Decorative piece

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Hand Painted Indian Folk Art Stand or Low Table A Lovely Decorative piece painted in a green pallet with small Flowers This little metal table is very sta...

Category

19th Century Folk Art Antique Folk Art

Materials

Tin

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.