Pair of Handcrafted Venetian Jester Masks with Opera Sticks, Commedia dell’Arte
Located in Miami, FL
A striking pair of handcrafted Venetian jester masks, created in Italy circa 2000 and inspired by the rich theatrical traditions of Commedia dell’Arte. These original Venetian folk a...
Gold, Brass, Metallic Thread
18th Century Italian Reliquary
Located in Dallas, TX
A magnificent 18th century Italian reliquary of a saint. The piece showcases intricate bright gold filigree work that glows with remarkable luminosity and detail a testament to the e...
Metallic Thread
Kain Limar Songket, Silk Ikat, Metallic Thread, circa 1900, Palembang, Sumatra
Located in Austin, TX
A rich and luxurious kain limar songket, shoulder cloth for a woman, ikat dyed and woven silk (limar) with supplementary weft woven metallic gold thread brocade (songket), circa 1900...
Metallic Thread
Ashanti African Chief’s ceremonial gold and gilt-metal crown and sash on stand
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An Ashanti Chief’s ceremonial gold and gilt-metal crown and sash Ghana, early 20th century Diam. 20 cm (crown) L. 128 cm (sash) H. 102 cm (incl. st...
Gold, Gold Plate, Metallic Thread
$2,159Sale Price|30% Off
Bird Cage
Located in Hellerup, DK
Antique French unique handmade, carved and painted dolls house-like birdcage - oversized and with many unique details which makes it look more like a birds-chateau and is very far fr...
Metallic Thread
Oromo Igbo African Gourd
Located in Winnetka, IL
This African piece was made by the oromo igbo people of ethiopia It is a gourd with weaved fiber and metal covering it with intricate design and patterns It has a lid with it which is usually not found It definately has age but not sure of its exact year This vessel is a lovely african artifact...
Metallic Thread
$1,200Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Caftan, Dark Blue Silk Velvet with Silver Trim, 1960s
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Amazing vintage caftan, royal blue silk velvet heavily hand embroidered with silver trim, circa 1970s The velvet kaftan is handcrafted and embel...
Metallic Thread
Pair of 18th Century Italian Rococo Gold Leaf Tassel Ornaments
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
Pair of 18th century Italian hand-carved gold leaf tassel ornaments. They are two of the same shape of tassel but in two different sizes ...
Metal, Gold Leaf
Early 20th century papier Mache carnival mask of a German soldier
Located in London, GB
Early 20th century papier Mache carnival mask of a German soldier An early example of a French carnival mask in the form of a German soldier. With hand crafted detail included pain...
Paper
Swedish 18th Century Raindeer Sleigh 100% Original
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a very RARE 100% Original Swedish Rain deer sleigh. I have owned it for over 30 years and its time for someone else to enjoy it. you will NEVER see another!!!!!
Birch, Pine
Antique Mexican Demon Mask
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this rare antique Mexican Demon mask in wood, circa 1970. The mask makes a sound when moved.
Wood
Antique Mexican Diablo Mask
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this rare and very antique Mexican Diablo mask in wood, circa 1940. Great patina.
Wood
Handmade French wooden bucket from the 18th century
Located in Meulebeke, BE
A rare antique wooden bucket from the 18th century. Handmade in France in hardwood with ironwork. This bucket is made of wooden staves and a bas...
Iron
$256
H 2.5 in W 4.25 in D 1.5 in
Just Andersen, Denmark 1930s Art Deco Pewter Stylised Bird Pipe Holder
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Just Andersen of Denmark, Pewter stylised bird pipe holder. Circa 1930's. Stamped on base. Measures: height 2.5 inch, width 4.25 inch, depth 1.5 inch Good condition. Wear consis...
Pewter
Set of Eight Vintage Framed Masks, Paper, 1960s, Folk Art, USA
Located in Stamford, CT
Eight vintage masks of a rogues' gallery framed in black plastic frames. Priced as a set.
Paper
18th Century Italian Large Gold Leaf Rococo Tassel Ornament
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
18th century Italian large gold leaf tassel ornament. These tassels were once used to decorate churches for feast days like Christmas. T...
Gold Leaf, Metal
Rare 18th Century Painted Shrine
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
This magnificent 18th-century Brazilian shrine, originating from Minas Gerais, is a stunning example of Colonial baroque religious craftsmanship. Crafted from wood and adorned with h...
Wood
$660Sale Price|20% Off
H 39.77 in W 26.78 in D 0.02 in
Ikat Textile from Dayak Tribe, Kalimantan, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This Ikat textile originates from the Island of Kalimantan, Indonesia. It is hand-woven using naturally dyed yarns via a method passed on through generations amid the Dayak Tribes...
Yarn
Yoruba Nigeria African Royal Beaded Headdress Crown on Lucite Stand
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
West African hand beaded head dress crown from Yoruba, Nigeria. This artistic beautiful and functional art piece is covered with beads in turquoise, orange, green, yellow red, blue ...
Metal
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H 11 in W 13.25 in D 4.5 in
Italian Venetian Handcrafted Turquoise Royal Blue Gold Modern Tricorne Mask
Located in New York, NY
This Folk Art jester mask is a real Venetian creation, entirely hand-drawn and handcrafted in 2000. Italian Artists have realized this piece in full respect of craftsmanship traditio...
Gold, Metallic Thread
King of Diamonds Wall Art in Colored Gravel, 1964 USA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fun and unique piece of art by a student in 1964 by the name of Jerry Terry. Dated and signed on the back and even shows that this was made in Jerry's 4th ...
Stone, Metallic Thread
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H 25.63 in W 28.75 in D 3.75 in
Patriotic "E Pluribus Unum" Silk and Metallic Embroidered Souvenir of Eagle
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Patriotic "E Pluribus Unum" Silk and Metallic Embroidered Souvenir of Eagle with 4 Flags, circa 1901 Presented is a patriotic silk floss and metallic thread embroidered souvenir, circa 1909. The banner has a blue silk field, with "E Pluribus Unum" embroidered in red thread on a gold bannerette above an American eagle with a U.S. Shield and a panoply of American flags. This embroidered banner was most likely made in Japan, to celebrate the visiting U.S. Navy men of the Great White Fleet...
Metallic Thread
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H 15.25 in W 10.25 in D 4.75 in
Italian Modern Venetian Handmade Pink and Silver Carnival Mask with Feathers
Located in New York, NY
This Folk Art fuchsia pink mask is a real Venetian creation, entirely hand-drawn and handcrafted. Another color available is blue and silver as per image. Italian artists have real...
Metal, Metallic Thread
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H 17.5 in W 11 in D 4.5 in
Italian Modern Venetian Handmade Blue and Gold Carnival Mask with Feathers
Located in New York, NY
This Folk Art cobalt blue mask is a real Venetian creation, entirely hand-drawn and handcrafted with gold decor and white stone. Italian Artists have realized this piece in full res...
Metal, Metallic Thread
Venetian Handmade Red Carnival Masks with Feathers and Gold Detail
Located in New York, NY
This Folk Art mask is a real Venetian creation, entirely hand-drawn and handcrafted. Italian Artists have realized this piece in full respect of craftsmanship traditions and followin...
Gold, Metallic Thread
Venetian Green and Gold Modern Mask with Jester Collar and Bells
Located in New York, NY
This Folk Art jester mask is a real Venetian creation, entirely hand-drawn and handcrafted in 2000. Italian Artists have realized this piece in full respect of craftsmanship traditions and following original designs developed in Venice for “Commedia dell'Arte” during the late 17th century. The coated papier mâché face...
Gold, Brass, Metallic Thread
Vintage Caftan, Black Velvet and Gold Embroidered, 1960s
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Amazing vintage caftan, black silk velvet heavily hand embroidered with gold threads, circa 1960s The black velvet kaftan is embroidered and embell...
Gold, Metallic Thread
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H 18.5 in W 6.5 in D 4 in
Venetian Green or Cobalt Blue and Gold Modern Mask with Jester Collar and Bells
Located in New York, NY
This Folk Art jester mask is a real Venetian creation, entirely hand-drawn and handcrafted in 2000. Italian Artists have realized this piece in full respect of craftsmanship traditio...
Gold, Metallic Thread
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H 25.5 in W 17 in D 4 in
Italian Modern Venetian Carnival Handmade Blue Mask with Flower Pleated Jabot
Located in New York, NY
This Folk Art mask is a real Venetian creation, entirely hand-drawn and handcrafted. Italian Artists have realized this piece in full respect of craftsmanship traditions and followin...
Metallic Thread, Gold
Moorish Moroccan Blue and White Ceramic Vase from Fez
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Antique Moroccan blue and white ceramic urn with lid from Fez. Moorish style handcrafted lidded jar adorned with fine filigree silver nickel work Antique Hispano Moresque design cer...
Metallic Thread
At Waddesdon Manor, artist Joana Vasconcelos has installed a three-tiered patisserie inspired by the narrative tile work of her homeland. We take a look at the cake sculpture and how Portuguese tiles have been used in architecture from the 17th century to today.
The streets of fin-de-siècle Paris were set aglow with colorful poster ads, thanks to the printing techniques invented by Jules Chéret. Now, the Milwaukee Art Museum is celebrating this undersung talent in America's first solo show dedicated his exuberant works.
Expert Jeff Bridgman explains the history and meaning behind the twinkling constellations that have graced Old Glory.
The iconoclastic style setter displayed African and Oceanic art, as well as works by indigenous peoples of the Americas, alongside pieces by such major modernists as Pablo Picasso and Jackson Pollock.
Perfect for July 4th weekend, a new show at Philadelphia's Museum of the American Revolution displays an array of antique red, white and blue flags.
Designers are beginning to see this enigmatic form of folk art in a whole new light.