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Folk Art For Sale
Period: 1970s
Period: 1930s
French Tole Handled Tray with Flowers, Circa 1930
Located in Austin, TX
French tole handled tray with flowers circa 1930.
Reticulated border. A little hole on the metal.
Category
1930s French Rustic Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Chest of Drawers from Berlin around 1930
Located in Greven, DE
Nice little chest of drawers from the German Art Deco. The combination of the black piano lacquer and the Kaukassischer walnut make this furniture an absolute eye-catcher. The entire...
Category
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Schmidt Tole-Ware Decoy Goose
Located in London, GB
Schmidt tole-ware decoy goose
We are proud to offer a highly decorative Schmidt tin tole-ware double sided painted decoy goose dated circa 1930. This is a ...
Category
1930s American Folk Art Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Tin
1930 Art Deco Engraving "Tiger" by George Lucien Guyot – Signed - 2Y294
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This stunning 1930 Art Deco engraving by acclaimed French artist George Lucien Guyot features a majestic tiger in meticulous detail. The piece embodies the elegance and power charact...
Category
1930s Unknown Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Paper
German Carved Wooden Figure of Shepherdess with a Sheep
Located in Barntrup, DE
Beautiful hand carved wooden figurine of an adorable girl - shepherdess with a sheep.
Dimensions: Height 35.5 cm / in, width 13 cm / in, ...
Category
1930s German Folk Art Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Wood
3x4.7 Ft Vintage Turkish Colorful Kilim. Bed, Floor, Sofa Cover or Wall Hanging
Located in Spring Valley, NY
This lively handwoven rug was produced by Kurdish villagers in Central Turkey for daily use in third quarter of the 20th century. These splendid vintage weavings were used in various ways such as wall-hangings, bedding covers...
Category
1970s Turkish Kilim Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Indonesian Wood Mask, Mid-20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A vintage theater mask from Bali, Indonesia, circa 1975-1980.
Polychromed hand-carved teak, mounted on a black metal stand.
This type of mask is used at Indonesian Topeng or Mas...
Category
1970s Indonesian Tribal Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Teak
Early Original Paint Decorated Children's Shovel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This wonderful original painted snow scene shovel has a metal blade with the original wood handle. Great just in time for the holiday season. Wonderful wall ornament. Fantastic patin...
Category
1930s American Vintage Folk Art
1930 Annuaire des Beaux-Arts et Bibliophilie by Adolphe Lion - 2Y281
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This 1930 original edition of Annuaire de la Curiosité des Beaux-Arts et de la Bibliophilie, authored by Adolphe Lion, is a unique treasure for art and bibliophilia enthusiasts. It p...
Category
1930s Unknown Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Paper
Large Illuminated Advertisement for HB cigarettes, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
Large wall advertisment light
Good original condition with signs of use
The top part is missing some plastic
Category
1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Iron
Signed and Dated 1935 Pastel Indian Chief
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This original framed pastel, hand-painted Indian chief is signed E. Summer 35 and is in wonderful condition.
Category
1930s American Adam Style Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Paint
Giant Bayer Pill Pop Art
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Monumental vintage Bayer pill in cream plaster/ceramic. 7" diameter. Likely used as a store display. Whimsical desktop object or paperweight. Black felted bottom. Great piece of art ...
Category
1970s American Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Plaster, Paint
Wall Sculpture Entitled «Tressage Tubulaire» in Grey, Brown and Black Stoneware
By Anne Barrès
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Wall sculpture entitled « Tressage tubulaire » in grey, brown and black stoneware by Anne Barrès.
Circa 1970-1980. Unique piece.
H : 22.04’ x 22.9’ x 1.6’ inches.
Approximate dim...
Category
1970s French Beaux Arts Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Ceramic, Rope
Antique Traditional Spanish Rag Doll, circa 1930
Located in Barcelona, ES
Antique early 20th century hand painted rag doll of man wearing a top hat.
Manufactured circa 1930 in Spain.
In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina.
This exquisite antique rag doll...
Category
1930s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Fabric
Vintage 1974 Matchbox Sherman Tank by Lesney - Battle Kings Series - 2Y194
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This collectible piece from the 1974 Matchbox Battle Kings series features the iconic Sherman tank. A must-have for vintage toy enthusiasts or military memorabilia collectors, this t...
Category
1970s French Empire Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Metal
Ceramic Figure Model Spring By Bjørn Wiinblad From The "Seasons" Serie
Located in Lejre, DK
Intact Bjørn Wiinblad figure made in ceramic model spring of blue and white colors. Produced in connection with the "Seasons" series. Stands without any damage or defects.
Dimensio...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Ceramic
OPI MILANO nautical ashtray, Cini&Nils Design, 1970s
By Cini & Nils
Located in Bastia Umbra, IT
OPI MILANO nautical ashtray, Cini&Nils Design, Made in Italy, 1970s.
Rare metal nautical safety ashtray with non-slip rubber base, color White. With ORIGINAL box included.
The pric...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Metal
Lot of 3 Religious and Cultural Works: "Sienne et ses Terres" "Lourdes" - 3Y05
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This unique collection features three illustrated softcover books published in Italy by Editions Plurigraf, offering a deep dive into spiritual and cultural sites significant to Cath...
Category
1970s French Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Paper
Early Sunshine Studios American Side Show Electric Chair Banner
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Early example of American sideshow banner art. Painted at the Sunshine Studio in Witchita, Kansas by Geo Bellis. Signed by artist on front and studio name on front and back. This ban...
Category
1930s American Folk Art Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Canvas
Art Deco Folkart Pair Oak Hand Carved Figural Bookends
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very unusual Art Deco folkart pair of hand carved oak bookends with figures dating from around 1930. The bookends have been carved from a single block of wood with a flat polished book...
Category
1930s English Art Deco Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Oak
Ceremonial Camel Cover Rug
Located in New York, NY
Ceremonial camel cover rug. A large animal trapping, most probably a ceremonial cover for a camel made of felted wool and decorated with embroidered motif...
Category
1930s Turkmen Tribal Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Felt
Early 20th C Cast Iron Toy Sedan by A C Williams Original Red with Nickel Wheels
By A. C. Williams Company
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and classic cast iron toy from the early thirties. In what looks like to the original Red with Nickel Wheels and the right amount of wear to th...
Category
1930s American Industrial Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Iron, Nickel
Charming 1930s Art Deco Woven Wicker Child’s Chair - 2Y335
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This delightful 1930s Art Deco children’s chair is crafted from woven wicker, showcasing beautiful craftsmanship with classic Art Deco style. Its petite size and woven design make it...
Category
1930s French Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Wicker, Wood
Mid Century Sculptural Hand Carved & Painted Wooden Buddha
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous hand carved & painted 40 inch tall wooden Buddha. Polychrome decorations with Gilt.
Brightly colored and in prayer. Heavy and well executed. In excellent vintage condition ...
Category
1970s Central Asian Folk Art Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Hardwood, Paint
Art Deco Traditional Wooden Hand Large Artist Mannequin Scale Model
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A handmade wooden Artist mannequin hand model - all joints move as they should. Found on an Estate sale in Vienna, Austria.
Shows some minor w...
Category
1970s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Metal
Folk Art Hand Carved Forest Animals Welcome Plaque
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1273 Hand carved low relief welcome wood wall plaque depicting forest animals.
Signed on verso W.Meyer 1976.
Category
1970s Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Softwood
Petite Stool Made in Solid Wood
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this primitive petite stool made in solid wood. Made in Mexico totally handmade. Ready to use as stool or side table.
Category
1970s Mexican Primitive Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Stoneware oval vase by Georges Martin, circa 1970-1980.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Stoneware ovoid vase with abstract decoration by Georges Martin.
Artist signature on the base. Circa 1970-1980. Unique piece.
H : 19.9’ x 7.7’ x 10’ inches.
Category
1970s French Beaux Arts Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Ceramic
Folk Art Goose Hand Painted Sculpture
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
8-110 handcrafted wood sculpture with hand painted nature scene on the surface
Signed Myle.
Category
1970s Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Fruitwood, Paint
Art Deco Pottery Vase Charles Greber, circa 1930
Located in Austin, TX
Art Deco pottery vase signed Charles Greber, circa 1930.
3 fantastic animals as handles.
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Pottery
Outsider Art "Man in Carriage" Oil on Panel by Bruno Del Favero
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Oil on panel depicting a man in a horse-drawn carriage by acclaimed outsider artist, Bruno Del Favero (b. Italy 1910, d. USA 1995), circa 1970.
Fine example showcasing Del Favero's ...
Category
1970s American Folk Art Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Paint
1930s Oversized Folk Art Wooden Gavel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Unique and large commemorative gavel given to Fred G. Fraser as Chef de Chemin de Fer in 1938 by the Promenade Nationale General Committee in Los Angeles, CA (a...
Category
1930s American Folk Art Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Brass
Otto & Gertrud Natzler Signed Volcanic Glazed Mid-Century Modern Large Bowl 1936
Located in Studio City, CA
A masterful early work by famed potters Otto and Gertrud Natzler. This round-shaped footed bowl was delicately hand thrown and formed by Gertrud and glazed by Otto with one of his famed early volcanic glazes. The bowl captures your attention from all angles. Rare and stunning.
This work is sure to give aesthetic pleasure for years to come and would be an amazing addition to any Natzler or modern ceramic...
Category
1930s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Earthenware
Naive Ethiopian Painting The first Italo-Ethiopian War, 1970s
Located in Budapest, HU
The painting captures the events of this battle:
"Baratieri planned to execute an attack early morning 1st March Baratieri, to strike a surprise on the ethiopians, who outnumbered h...
Category
1970s Ethiopian Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Canvas
1970's Art by Vladimir Urban
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
Amazing wood collage by Russian artist Vladimir Urban. This is truly an amazing work. I have been unable to find much information on the artist. The only work I have found by him wa...
Category
1970s Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Scrap Wood
Circus Poster by Ringling Bros, circa 1971 "Buffalo Bill’s Wild West"
Located in Incline Village, NV
This bright and colorful, action packed circus poster portrays the quintessential Buffalo Bill images with Indians and western scenes, characters in full regalia that were used in his wild west shows...
Category
1970s American Folk Art Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Paper
Two Chein Wind-Up Toys "Dancing Bear" and "Dancing Pig"; American Circa 1938
Located in Incline Village, NV
"Dancing Bear" and "Dancing Pig" wind up toys were made by the Chein Toy Company, of New York City, circa 1938, about the same time as "Dancing Rabbit" (a...
Category
1930s American Folk Art Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Tin
A set of 4 Wooden Spatels
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Set of 4 Spatula from the XINGU,an Indian Tribe in Brasil,
these wooden objects were used for cooking,
from the collection of Gunther Hartmann (1924-2012), a German Ethnologist,
very...
Category
1970s Brazilian Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Fruitwood
Plains Beaded Knife Sheath 1930s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beaded Knife Sheath
Plains
1930s
Cut glass trade beads, hide, sinew, tin cones, twisted hide, dyed horsehair.
Excellent original conditio...
Category
1930s American Native American Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Other
Vintage Central Asian Felt Rug
Located in Milan, IT
Felts are among the first woolen structures made by mankind. Some of the earliest we know date from the 5th century B.C. and were found under ground in the frozen kurgans of Siberia....
Category
1930s Kyrgyzstani Tribal Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Wool
Wonderful, Massive Bronze Sculpture by Paul Ponsard
Located in Greven, DE
A woman kneels on a pillow and takes off a necklace, by Paul Ponsard (French sculptor).
A very attractive, graceful Art Deco bronze. Detailed and masterf...
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Set of Two Vintage Régule Wall Sconces - 1970s Design - 2Y08
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Enhance your space with these elegant vintage régule wall sconces. Perfect for adding a retro touch to your interior, these sconces feature a distinctive 1970s design that brings uni...
Category
1970s French Empire Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Metal
3x3.8 Ft Handmade 1970s Turkish Kilim Rug with Colorful Poms, Great for KidsRoom
Located in Spring Valley, NY
This lively handwoven rug was produced by Kurdish villagers in Central Turkey for daily use in third quarter of the 20th century. These splendid vintage weavings were used in various ways such as wall-hangings, bedding covers...
Category
1970s Turkish Folk Art Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Wool
2x Art Deco 15kg double ball dumbbells, 1930s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
2x Art Deco 15kg double ball dumbbells
Super decorative.
Will be sent in 2 packages because of the weight.
Category
1930s German Bauhaus Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Iron
Equestrian Circus Poster by Ringling Bros Ca. 1971 Featuring "Miss Helen Girard"
Located in Incline Village, NV
There is a lot going on in this equestrian themed, bright and colorful circus poster portraying famous early 20th century circus performer "Miss Helen Girard". She is in a horse drawn cart in one image, while two men ride horses in two other images, and Helen Girard in full portrait is featured on the left. Her claim to fame is stated at the bottom "Empress of the Equestrian World" and "Side Saddle Queen". This is a reissued poster by Ringling Brothers from 1971 of one of their original, very early, 1903 promotional circus posters.
To commemorate their 100th anniversary, in 1971, Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey, produced reissues of some of their select and most famous authentic posters...
Category
1970s American Folk Art Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Paper
20thc Wooden Windmill Garden Ornament
Located in Los Angeles, CA
20thc wooden windmill. hand made great honest weathered exterior.
Great used condition.
Category
1930s Unknown Adirondack Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Barbara Davidson Scottish Studio Pottery Abstract Decorated Shallow Dish
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish Scottish studio pottery shallow dish decorated with abstract designs by Barbara Davidson and dating from the early 1970's. The small ro...
Category
1970s Scottish Modern Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Stoneware
"Roosevelt & Garner" Embroidered Armband Supporting the 1932 Democratic Ticket
Located in York County, PA
"ROOSEVELT & GARNER", AN EMBROIDERED ARMBAND SUPPORTING THE 1932 DEMOCRAT PRESIDENTIAL TICKET AND THE REPEAL OF PROHIBITION
Made for the 1932 Democratic presidential Campaign ticke...
Category
1930s American Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Cotton
"Souvenir d'Italia" – Stunning Photo Collection of Italy (1974) - 3Y23
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This beautifully illustrated volume, Souvenir d'Italia, published in 1974 by Editions P. Marzari in Schio, offers a breathtaking visual journey through Italy’s landscapes and cultura...
Category
1970s Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Paper
Vintage Red Iron Facade Letter T, 1970s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage industrial facade letter “t” was made during the 1970s in France and comes from an old advertising banner. The weight of the letter is 0,6 kg.
Category
1970s French Industrial Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Iron
Vintage Red Iron Facade Letter R, 1970s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage industrial facade letter “R” was made during the 1970s in France and comes from an old advertising banner. The weight of the letter is 0,7 kg.
Category
1970s French Industrial Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Iron
Vintage Blue Carnival Fun-House Mirror
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very cool vintage wood carnival fun house mirror. Painted blue and mounted on a sturdy metal base. Curvy acrylic mirror in good vintage condi...
Category
1970s American Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Acrylic, Wood
Solid Tropical Wood Abstract Bench
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1970. We offer this Bench made in Exotic Tropical wood. Made in Mexico, the bench pieces are completely removable.
Category
1970s Mexican Primitive Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Vintage 20th Century Ceramic Lampshade Base with Bird and Flower Design - 2Y132
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Add a touch of vintage elegance to your home with this beautifully crafted ceramic lampshade base from the 1970s. Featuring charming bird and flower decorations, this piece is perfec...
Category
1970s French Empire Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Ceramic
Large Pacific Coast Scenic Highway Sign
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large vintage Pacific Coast Highway sign reading "Pacific Coast Scenic Byway." Green sign that features birds, water, snow-capped mountains, Ever...
Category
1970s American Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Steel
Vintage Iron Milk Can Side Table, Powder Coated Bright Blue
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Large antique 20th Century heavy iron milk container with handle and lid. Great Folk Art to use in a farm or country rustic decor. Large, traditional, heavy pot, freshly powder coated bright metallic blue with an original removable lid. Keep your house organized by placing this beautiful, antique milk...
Category
1930s Industrial Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Iron
Edgardo Sketch Sculpture 70s Glass Resin Art Design
Located in Taranto, IT
Edgardo Abbozzo Sculpture 1970s Glass Resin Art Design.
Sculpture in very good conservation condition, base with some pieces missing. (Please see photos)
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Marble
Set of Eight Evelyn Ackerman Carved Redwood Panels
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Beautiful and rare vintage set of (8) Evelyn Ackerman carved Redwood panels with animals and people. Designed and manufactured by Era Industries in conju...
Category
1970s American Vintage Folk Art
Materials
Wood
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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Why Jules Chéret Was the King of the Modern Poster
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