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Material: Metal
"Magic Mouse" Mechanical Bank, Japan, circa 1964
Located in Incline Village, NV
For the mechanical bank and toy enthusiast, listed is a tin, lithographed and painted, all original 1960s mechanical bank made by the Yone Company of Japan (see image of logo on side panel). The company was founded in 1950 and is typical of the post war companies who produced outstanding children's toys. The action is unique, clever, and encourages saving money. With the bank wound (attached key wind on the underneath (see image); place a penny on the spot provided on top of the bank. The mouse dashes out of the grey shoe...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Folk Art Metal Folk Art

Materials

Tin

Copper Cauldron 19th Century
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Beautiful 19th century handmade copper cauldron. This cauldron is made of several pieces of copper that have been joined together according to the an...
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19th Century Spanish Antique Metal Folk Art

Materials

Metal

19th Century Hand Blown Canister Jars with Tin Lids Jars, Collection of Three
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This collection of three hand blown jars all have the original tin lids. The condition is very good. It is very hard to find these storage canisters...
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Early 19th Century American Folk Art Antique Metal Folk Art

Materials

Tin

Large 19th Century Verdigris Cockerel Weather Vane
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
A Large natural verdigris full-bodied copper Cockerel weathervane is a fine and striking example of both Folk art and functionality. Traditionally used atop Churches, Barns and Homes...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Metal Folk Art

Materials

Copper

Breitling Retail Store Display Advertising Sign
Located in Forney, TX
A scarce vintage Breitling watch three-dimensional retail store advertising display stand window sign. Rare large free-standing example, only given to select dealers, featuring a tall rectangular solid wood frame, raised chrome Breitling letters, over a yellow jet plane in sculptural relief form, on a most distinctive artistically distressed background; the reverse finished with a flueele fabric and adorned with the Breitling 1884 logo; rising on metal feet. Dimensions: (approx) 29.5" High, 24.5" Wide, 5.5" Deep Condition Report: Great original unrestored vintage condition. Presents well. Some condition issues/retaining vintage character marks and charm, including scattered nicks, mainly to the front top right frame, minor scuffs to the letters, scratches, slight bend to left foot pad, all typical wear consistent with age and indicative of industrial use. At the time of writing this, we also have some other luxury watch store signage / merchandising displays, including Rolex, Panerai, Cartier, antique clock...
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Late 20th Century Industrial Metal Folk Art

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Torso Sculpture by Brunelli
By Brunelli Designs
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
8-273 Torso sculpture made from Japanese paper applied to a foam structure embellished with brass on a polished brass base created by Brunelli in 1985.
Category

1980s Vintage Metal Folk Art

Materials

Brass

Outsider Art Kabuto Helmet Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wildly inventive outsider art sculpture. This Kabuto (Samurai helmet) is constructed from a motorcycle helmet, kitchen utensils (including silverware and mixing attachments), bike pa...
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20th Century Dutch Folk Art Metal Folk Art

Materials

Metal, Copper, Lead

Large Vintage Grey Iron Facade Letter A , 1970s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage industrial facade letter “A” was made during the 1970s in Italy and comes from an old advertising banner. The weight of the letter is 1,7 kg.
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1970s Italian Industrial Vintage Metal Folk Art

Materials

Iron

19th Century Pig Pin Cushion with Metal Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pig pin cushion with metal gilded base. This is a Victorian item.
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1890s American Country Antique Metal Folk Art

Materials

Gold Leaf

Antique Reverse Painted Glass Drink Coca Cola Sign Ice Cream Parlour circa 1920
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous 10 x 21 reverse painted glass Coca Cola sign from the twenties. In excellent vintage condition with a bit of fixing on the upper right corner. Made by the Price Bros. from C...
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1920s American Industrial Vintage Metal Folk Art

Materials

Brass

American Mechanical Bank "Melody-Bank, " circa 1946
Located in Incline Village, NV
"Melody-Bank" is a rare bank and was manufactured by "Electric Coding Machine Co., N.Y.C." in 1946. American made, this is a genuine and authentic vintage mechanical bank, albeit somewhat later, having been manufactured in 1946. It maintains all of the elements of a collectible antique mechanical bank; pleasing shelf appeal and wonderful musical action. The metal faux textured, green painted casing on five sides is fronted by cardboard on wood, filled with delightful images of "children at play with money" lithography. To operate: Wind up the mechanism by turning the brass dial in front clockwise; then put a nickel, dime, or quarter in the appropriate slot at the top. Music will play as additional lithography depicting children's nursery rhymes rotate on the interior circular dial ("Little Boy Blue", "Mary Had A Little Lamb", etc.). Coins are removed by unscrewing the metal plate at the rear bottom. Bank is in excellent all original condition with fully operable musical mechanism. Dimensions: 7" high x 4 9/16" wide x 3" deep. I am a leading specialist in the field of antique mechanical coin banks...
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1940s American Folk Art Vintage Metal Folk Art

Materials

Metal

Black Rubber Figural Sculpture in the Manner of Chakaia Booker
By Chakaia Booker
Located in New York, NY
You don't see this every day...figural black rubber sculpture in the manner of Chakaia Booker (American, 20th century) kneeling with a Horn, made from w...
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1990s American Metal Folk Art

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

African Fulani Currency Bracelet, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Characterized by its open shape capped with geometric ends, this bracelet is but one form of the many types of body adornments favored the Fulani people of West Africa. The thick des...
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Early 20th Century Nigerien Tribal Metal Folk Art

Materials

Brass

Mid 19th Century Firedogs, Sphinx Andirons, Cast Iron, 40 cm
Located in Greven, DE
Pair of wonderful andirons in the shape of a Sphinx. France, circa 1860. Solid iron in good condition according to its age. Firedogs are used as a holder for firewood in a fireplace...
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Mid-19th Century French Victorian Antique Metal Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Decorative Horn with Brass Closure and Brass Tip for Storage, Drinking, 420
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful horn - typically used as a drinking cup on the camp, or storage of anything from gunpowder to tobacco - today, with the addition of a beaurtiful brass hinged top and adde...
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20th Century English Rustic Metal Folk Art

Materials

Brass

20th Century Blacksmith's Sign on Custom Mount
Located in Chicago, IL
A bold and striking 20th century American blacksmith's sign with an arm swinging a hammer against a block of metal on an anvil, and with sparks flying from the impact. We've had this...
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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Metal Folk Art

Materials

Steel

Antique Late 19th-Early 20th Century Wooden Butter Churn with Copper Ban - 2Y305
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This beautifully crafted butter churn, dating from the late 19th or early 20th century, is made from wood and secured with copper bands. It’s no longer functional but serves as an excellent decorative piece with charming rustic appeal. Type: Vintage butter churn Material: Wood and copper Era: Late 19th to early 20th century Origin: France Condition: Good overall condition. No longer watertight, ideal for decoration. The wood shows some wear and tear, minor spots, and the copper requires polishing (refer to photos). Dimensions: Height: 50 cm (19.7 inches) Maximum diameter: 30 cm (11.8 inches) Minimum diameter: 21 cm (8.3 inches) Weight: 4.5 kg (9.9 lbs) This antique butter churn...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Metal Folk Art

Materials

Copper

Deco Toy Horse on Wheels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pull toy horse in original condition, functional.
Category

1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Folk Art

Materials

Chrome

1913. 50 years Dutch-Indian Railroad Company NGC MS 62
Located in UTRECHT, UT
Obverse: NEDERLANDSCH-INDISCHE SPOORWEGMAATSCHAPPIJ, locomotive seen from the front, harvest goddess in front Reverse: 50 / JARIG BESTAAN / 1863- / -1913, Indian macara motive, styli...
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1910s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Metal Folk Art

Materials

Silver

Vintage Two-Arm Brass Wall Sconce – 1940s Decorative Design - 2Y62
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Add a touch of classic elegance to your interior with this vintage two-arm brass wall sconce. Dating from the 1940s, this beautifully crafted piece features ornate detailing and timeless style. Its warm brass finish exudes a vintage charm that can enhance any room. Type: Wall Sconce (Two-Arm) Sub-Type: Interior Lighting Material: Brass Style: 1940s Vintage Maximum Power: Less than 40 Watts Decorative Features: Ornate brass design Dimensions: Height (without bulb): 23.5 cm (9.3 inches) Width: 18.5 cm (7.3 inches) Weight: 630 grams (1.39 lbs) Condition: Good; some areas require polishing. The lamp holder is slightly damaged (see photos). This vintage brass wall sconce...
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20th Century French Empire Metal Folk Art

Materials

Brass

Ironwood Root Carved War Club
Located in London, GB
Gunstock shaped war club ‘Sali’. Ironwood root carved with traditional motifs. An excellent example, mounted on a custom stand in patinated bronze. Measure...
Category

1980s Fijian Vintage Metal Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Oceanic Handled Cup With Carved And Incised Decoration
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Tribal carved cup with handle with incised and carved design. Possibly from the Abeam People in the Sepik Region of New Guinea, the cup has overall meandering incised design and a s...
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Mid-20th Century Guinean Tribal Metal Folk Art

Materials

Other

1960s Handmade Model of a Carved Motor Cycle on Iron Mount
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This very cool motor cycle is a hand carved Harley Davidson from the 1960s. This is a very unusual very unique model. Rarely see is the motor cycle in a hand carved form on a custom ...
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Mid-20th Century American Country Metal Folk Art

Materials

Iron

19th Century Swedish Folk Art Travel Chest / Box with Untouched Original Paint
Located in Boden, SE
19th century Swedish Folk Art chest box from Boden Norrbotten, Northern Sweden. A very charming Box / chest with untouched Original paint. Decorated with handwrought iron around th...
Category

Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Metal Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Very Rare 19th Century Italian Trompe L'oeil Panels
Located in London, GB
19th century Italian trompe l'oeil panels We are proud to offer a spectacular pair of highly decorative 19th century Italian trompe l'oeil panels, each depicting an architectural b...
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1850s Italian Early Victorian Antique Metal Folk Art

Materials

Wrought Iron

Mounted Turnstile “To The Fun House” from Coney Island, New York
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A rare and Historical Industrial Era Mounted Turnstile from the Fun House at Coney Island, New York, featuring original painted finishes mounted on wood plinth with label reading, “T...
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Metal Folk Art

Materials

Steel

Huge 19th Century Iron Directional Weathervane Arrow
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
Simply Huge Wrought Iron Weathervane Directional Arrow. Untouched, naturally worn surface. Bespoke mounts to wall mount for display. France, Circa 1880.
Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Metal Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Edan Staffs for Ogboni Society, Yoruba People People, Nigeria, 20th century
Located in Aramits, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Pair of Bronze & Iron Ogboni Society staffs from the Yoruba People, Nigeria, early 20th century. Among the Yoruba, in southwestern Nigeria, there was and still is the Ogboni secret s...
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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Metal Folk Art

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Nautical Sailboat or Yacht Model in Blue and White with Painted Wood Body, 1930s
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Beautiful model sailboat or yacht created from wood, brass, and canvas. The body is painted in a deep blue at the bottom with white edges. A brass propeller sits underneath. All on a...
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20th Century American American Classical Metal Folk Art

Materials

Metal

Horn Sailing Boat Figurine
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Set sail into a sea of style with this extraordinary mid-century style horn ship or sailboat accessory, a piece that promises to captivate and intrigue. This unique item is an artful...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Metal Folk Art

Materials

Brass

"Space bar" by WAS, Unique piece
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
"Space bar" by WAS Airplane trolley turned into an unique Artwork The trolley has been customized by the french artist WAS transforming it into a work...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Metal Folk Art

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

"Space bar" by WAS, Unique piece
"Space bar" by WAS, Unique piece
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Antique Boule Ball "B", Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule ball, France, late 19th Century. In the 19th century, the manufacture of boules balls underwent significant development in France as the game of boules, part...
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Metal Folk Art

Materials

Metal

An antique large padlock & skeleton key - France - Early XXth century.
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
Antique large padlock accompanied by its original functional skeleton key.
Category

Early 20th Century French Metal Folk Art

Materials

Steel

19th Century French Bread Board
Located in grand Lancy, CH
19th Century French Bread Board
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Early 19th Century French Antique Metal Folk Art

Materials

Metal

Composed pair of original mid 17th/early 18th century Cavalry basket Stirrups
Located in TEYJAT, FR
An interesting composed pair of original mid 17th/early 18th century cage or basket Stirrups. Superbly hand forged and of the period in wrought iron with openwork branches and foot plate, one with a rotating attachment eye, good general condition and a little oxidation. The main suspension arch resembles that of a horse shoe, the front branches look like those of a sword guard...
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17th Century European Antique Metal Folk Art

Materials

Metal

Set of 12 Vintage Silver-Plated Soup Spoons – French BB Hallmark - 2Y403
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This set of 12 vintage silver-plated soup spoons is a beautiful example of French tableware craftsmanship. Marked with the BB hallmark, these spoons are elegant, well-balanced, and i...
Category

20th Century Metal Folk Art

Materials

Silver Plate

Moor heads, Collection of 4, Handmade in Sicily, Gold Leaf, Reflex Blue Bespoke
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
This collection is a work of art that make a statement in modern décor and in the modern cultural art world. It can be used as a vase containing flowers, or as a beautiful centerpiec...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Metal Folk Art

Materials

Gold Leaf

Open Round Nantucket Lightship Basket with Original Paper Label
By Sherwin P. Boyer 1
Located in Nantucket, MA
Made with oak staves, handle, mahogany base and attached brass ears, in excellent condition. The poem on the label reads” I was made in Nantucket, I’m strong and stout. Don’t lose me or burn me and I’ll never wear out", which was a poem handed down by Mitchy Ray. Made by Sherwin Porter Boyer, (1907-1964). Sherwin Boyer was one of the first generation of Nantucket basket makers in the “purse” period, starting in the late 1940s and working up until his death in 1964. A contemporary to Jose Reyes...
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Mid-20th Century North American Folk Art Metal Folk Art

Materials

Brass

Aluminum Ship's Porthole Mirror
Located in Norwell, MA
Authentic polished aluminum ship's porthole fitted with a glass mirror. Door is hinged and fitted with two dogbolts. The highly polished porthole is also fitted with a teakwood trim ...
Category

1960s Vintage Metal Folk Art

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Toy Motorbike by Oriental Metal Industries, India, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Oriental Metal Industries Motorcyclist is vintage mechanical toy, realized in 1970s. Vintage metal toy representing a big motorcyclist on hi...
Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Metal Folk Art

Materials

Metal

A rare 19th century folk art diorama of two sailing vessels racing at sea.
Located in Central England, GB
This most attractive mid 19th century folk art cased diorama shows a view at sea with a large three mast English ship being chased in a racing situation by a smaller and faster single mast yacht. Both are passing by a lighthouse which is in the foreground. This diorama has been beautifully handmade. The vessel, sails and lighthouse are all hand carved in wood and very nicely painted in bright colours as is the setting of the choppy sea which has most likely been formed in papier mâché. The most appealing element of this piece is its small compact size which easily lends itself for display on a shelf, table or perhaps wall mounted. The case is made from nailed pine boards which have been papered and painted black and finished with a glazed front set into putty. The glass is original and period with lovely handmade imperfections. This decorative diorama is in excellent original condition. English, circa 1860 Height 16cm x width 52.5cm x depth 8.5cm max. Thank you for looking at this rare and interesting 19th century diorama...
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Mid-19th Century English Folk Art Antique Metal Folk Art

Materials

Other

Solido Military Citroën C35 Ambulance – 1:50 Scale Diecast Model - 2Y396
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This vintage Solido Military Citroën C35 Ambulance is a 1:50 scale diecast model, part of the Solido military series. With its green military finish and detailed design, it’s a great...
Category

20th Century Metal Folk Art

Materials

Metal

19th Century French Bread Board
Located in grand Lancy, CH
19th Century French Bread Board
Category

Early 19th Century Swiss Antique Metal Folk Art

Materials

Metal

Charles Voysey Design PAIR Antique Candle stick holders decorative décor
Located in London, GB
A rare pair of Pumpkin like design Arts & Crafts brass Candle stick holders by designer Charles Voysey Manufactured by Edward Barnard & Son Circa 1910 Pretty cool cut out pumpk...
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19th Century English Antique Metal Folk Art

Materials

Brass

Vintage Hand-Carved and Hand-Painted Black Duck Decoy
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Offered is an original 20th century wooden decoy, which is hand-carved and hand-painted. The decoy has a swooped white head with glass eyes. Its back, breast, and belly are painted s...
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20th Century American Metal Folk Art

Materials

Metal

Theodore Roosevelt Plaque Portrait by James Earl Fraser, 1920
By James Earle Fraser
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Presented an original Theodore Roosevelt plaque portrait by James Earle Fraser. This work was produced by the Decorative Arts League of New York in 1920. This attractive plaque featu...
Category

1920s American Art Nouveau Vintage Metal Folk Art

Materials

Bronze

19th c. Distressed French Flag Pole
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT A 19th century French distressed wooden flag pole tipped with toleware spear. CREATOR Unknown. Made in France. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1800s. MATERIALS AND TECHNI...
Category

19th Century French Industrial Antique Metal Folk Art

Materials

Tin

Charming Watercolor Still Life by Jette Boving, Framed and Signed - 2Y430
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This charming watercolor still life by Jette Boving, created in 2005, is an exquisite example of fine art that will add a touch of elegance to any space. Measuring 16.1 inches (41 cm...
Category

Early 2000s Metal Folk Art

Materials

Aluminum

Nude Theme Straight Razor, Germany, 1905
Located in Incline Village, NV
Great barber shop collectible item consisting of a German straight edge razor with a molded red celluloid handle; theme is a nude standing on a pil...
Category

Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Metal Folk Art

Materials

Steel

Unique Yacht Windlass Capstan
Located in Norwell, MA
Substantial yacht windlass built from brass and iron. The yacht name has been obscured from too much polishing over the years. This relic is fitted with a ratchet pole to crank the g...
Category

1920s American Vintage Metal Folk Art

Materials

Brass

Art nouveau golden brass inkwell 1900 jugendstil desk accessorie
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Art Nouveau Large jugendstil golden brass inkwell Original 1900 desk accessorie Original good condition Height 13 cm Large 25 cm
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Metal Folk Art

Materials

Brass

Solido Renault C-Renault 2003 Military Vehicle – 1:55 Scale – Die-Cast - 2Y404
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This Solido Renault C-Renault 2003 is a highly detailed military vehicle model in 1:55 scale, perfect for collectors of die-cast military miniatures. Key Features: ✔ Brand: Solido –...
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Early 2000s Metal Folk Art

Materials

Metal

20th Century Bronze Patine Plaque Portrait Patrie
Located in Sofia, BG
Medallion in bronze Patrie. The relief portrait has beautiful slightly brown patina. France, circa 1905
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Early 20th Century French Metal Folk Art

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Leo Jensen Bronze Guitar Player Figural Sculpture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed vintage wood & bronze figural sculpture. By Leo Jensen. In the form of a man wearing a suit & bowler hat and playing a guitar or ukelele. Signed to the base of the p...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Metal Folk Art

Materials

Bronze

Old Vintage Pair Hand Painted Happy Snow Elves Couple Lighting Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
Very Nostalgic opportunity, memories of a wintery childhood past. America's fondest childhood memories conjure up this remarkable Pair (2) of old, plump delightfully vintage and liv...
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Mid-20th Century American Metal Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Folk Art Hand Made Simplex 1909 Model Car in Copper and Brass 1940s
Located in Meer, VAN
Folk Art Hand Made Simplex 1909 Model Car in Copper and Brass, United States, 1940s. This is really something very special. A one-off model car, made by a skilled craftsman around t...
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Early 20th Century North American American Craftsman Metal Folk Art

Materials

Brass, Copper

Polished Brass Yacht Pulley with Steel Hooks
Located in Norwell, MA
Polished and lacquered yacht pulley with two attached steel hooks. Weight is 1 pound. X-131
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1920s Vintage Metal Folk Art

Materials

Brass, Steel

Folk Art Painted Face Suitcase by Artist Ira Yeager
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Whimsical folk art painted suitcase or valise featuring a striped canvas covered exterior with a painted face by artist Ira Yeager (American 1938-2022). The case is covered with vintage western European ports of call with a lovely aged, distressed patina. The interior has a green intact silk lining with pockets. Used as a prop in Yeager's Gallery studio in Calistoga, CA. Made by US manufacturer...
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20th Century American Rustic Metal Folk Art

Materials

Metal

Two Antique Hunting Decoys One-Eyed Jack & Black & Silver Canvas Back
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Two Antique Hunting Decoys: "One-Eyed Jack" & Black and Silver Canvas Back Duck USA, Circa 1900s, Handmade with Glass Eyes, Unmarked This pair of anti...
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Metal Folk Art

Materials

Metal

Vintage Metal Men Working Sign
Located in Pasadena, CA
Vintage Metal Men Working Sign with original paint. The metal work is well done as closed 20 wide x 33 high x 2deep While open and standing this item measures - 27d x 20w x 30h
Category

1950s American Vintage Metal Folk Art

Materials

Metal

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