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Material: Paint
19th Century Painted Papier Mâché Tray
Located in Hudson, NY
A lovely mid 19th century painted leather tray. Likely American, beautiful combination of blue and black ground with detailed painting of Niagara Falls view from the American side on...
Category
Mid-19th Century American Greek Revival Antique Paint Folk Art
Materials
Paint, Paper
Pair of African Cowrie Fertility Idol Figures
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of African (19/20th Cent) seated Cowrie fertility idol figures with a surface of small shells and beads and mounted on modern silver metal bases
Category
20th Century African Folk Art Paint Folk Art
Materials
Shell, Wood, Paint
Vintage American Folk Art Showroom Trade Sign
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Charming vintage wooden trade sign for Showroom. The sign was original painted in with green and white colors and have been through a later restoration when a thick lacquer that has ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Paint Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
Painted Faux Grain Tole Cutlery Caddy
Located in Houston, TX
Painted faux grain tole cutlery caddy from France circa 1880-1910.
Note: Original/early finish on antique and vintage metal will include some, or all, o...
Category
1870s French French Provincial Antique Paint Folk Art
Materials
Tin
Large Tibetan Chest with Hand-Painted Front
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Large Tibetan storage chest with traditional hand painted Dragons
Tibet
Wood, Iron, Paint
19th century.
27 x 59.5 x 22.5 in./ 69 x 151 x 57
Height on custom display St...
Category
19th Century Tibetan Other Antique Paint Folk Art
Materials
Iron
American White Pine Decorative Floral Painted Blanket Chest , NY, Circa 1819
Located in Charleston, SC
American White Pine hand painted floral blanket chest with original wrought iron strap hinges, interior till, and locking mechanism with key. New York,...
Category
1810s American American Colonial Antique Paint Folk Art
Materials
Wrought Iron
19th Century Original Painted Fruit Basket Door Stop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 19th century Hubley original painted basket of fruit cast iron door stop is in fine untouched condition. So hard to find where they have not messed with the paint. Great form an...
Category
19th Century American Adirondack Antique Paint Folk Art
Materials
Iron
Early 20th Century Native American North West Coast Eagle Comb
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Early 20th Century Native American North West Coast Eagle Comb
The eagle has a frog in its claws which is “holding” a whale. Carved with classic Nort...
Category
Early 20th Century Canadian Other Paint Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
1990s Marquis Collection of Beverly Hills Floor Vase Planters, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Indulge in the timeless elegance of this exquisite floor sculptures, dating back to the 1980s. Marquis Collection of Beverly Hills extra large, oversized black, gold and green leaf p...
Category
1990s Chinoiserie Paint Folk Art
Materials
Fiberglass, Paint
Modernist Abstract Oil Painting on Board by WNY Artist Kathrin Langley
By Langley
Located in Buffalo, NY
Modernist Abstract Oil Painting on Board by WNY Artist Kathrin Langley titled boy at the beech..Well executed,, great use of color, texture
. Katherine...
Category
1960s American Folk Art Vintage Paint Folk Art
Materials
Plywood, Paint
"The Hunter" Unsigned 20th Century Folk Art Oil Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This painting is dated on the stretcher frame 1940 and the large over sized dog is a pointer or know as a bird dog. The birds are quail. This painting is amazing and very well done. ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Paint Folk Art
Materials
Canvas, Paint
English Pub Sign, "Charrington - The Eagle Tavern"
Located in Austin, TX
An authentic English pub sign (one-sided) featuring a painting of an eagle in flight with mountains in the background, entitled: Charrington - The Eagle Tavern.
A very fine example of vintage advertising artwork, ready for display.
Charrington & Co. Ltd, Anchor Brewery, Mile End Road, Tower Hamlets, London E1
The partnership of Charrington and Moss was first recorded at Mile End in 1770.
Registered as Charrington & Co. Ltd in July 1897
In 1962 they merged with United Breweries Ltd (formerly Northern Breweries of Great Britain Ltd...
Category
20th Century English Paint Folk Art
Materials
Metal
Large Antique Americana Gilt and Forest Green Painted Plaster Spread Wing Eagle
Located in Morristown, NJ
19th c., Americana, a large scale gilt and forest green painted cast plaster eagle, depicted spread-wing, with crisply detailed overlapping feathers. With mounting bracket on reverse. This is a very handsome example of an iconic form. The combination of the gilt and forest green paint is striking.
Depictions of eagles can be seen across American art. The national bird of the United States, the eagle has been used as a symbol of American freedom for centuries. This is a fine example in the style of John Haley Bellamy...
Category
19th Century American American Classical Antique Paint Folk Art
Materials
Plaster, Paint
Extra Large Gilt Wood Frame Oil / Canvas Flowers / Fruits Still Life Painting
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Transport yourself to the elegance of the 19th century with this captivating Gilt Wood Framed Oil on Canvas Wreath/Flowers and Fruits Still Life Painting. Meticulously created, this ...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Paint Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
Mid 19th Century French Landscape With Castle Ruins
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Mid 19th Century French Landscape With Castle Ruins. Gorgeous oil on linen piece. See detailed photos. Contact us for more information.
Category
Mid-19th Century French Rococo Antique Paint Folk Art
Materials
Linen, Paint
Grain Painted Blanket Chest American
Located in Hudson, NY
Painted blanket chest with bracketed feet and beautiful saw tooth apron. Top with molded edge and stepped cleats. An absolute delight, this festive 18th century jewel...
Category
Late 18th Century American Folk Art Antique Paint Folk Art
Materials
Pine, Paint
Antique Native American Indigenous Peoples Carved Polychrome Canoe Model
Located in Forney, TX
An exceptionally rare antique Native American / Indigenous Peoples hand carved and painted wooden dugout canoe model, dating to the early 20th century or earlier, likely Pacific Nort...
Category
Early 20th Century North American Native American Paint Folk Art
Materials
Twine, Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century "J-E" Storage Battery Flange Sign
Located in Dekalb, IL
Antique flanged service station sign.
This piece advertises Jelly-Electrolyte, or "J-E" storage batteries. The "jelly" eliminated the need for refilling water (a task required with ...
Category
Early 20th Century Paint Folk Art
Materials
Metal
Mata Ortiz Polychrome Effigy Pot by Mauro Quezada, 1989
By Mauro Quezada
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Polychrome effigy pot
Mauro Quezada
Hand coiled low fired clay
1989
Pueblo Quezada, Mata Ortiz, Chihuahua, Mexico
Measures: 4.75 inches height x 5.5 inches...
Category
Late 20th Century Mexican Folk Art Paint Folk Art
Materials
Clay, Paint
Mother Mary Madonna Wood Carved Polychrome Santo Santos, 18th-19th Century
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful hand-carved wood Santo of the Madonna, Mary mother of Christ.
The piece clearly shows signs of weathering, use, and age and was likely placed outside a church or shri...
Category
19th Century Primitive Antique Paint Folk Art
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Marx Tin Litho Charlie McCarthy Mortimer Snerd Reversible Coupe 1933
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous tin litho car toy from Louis Marx, circa 1930. Fabulous paint with some paint chips and scrapes but no rust or dents. Clockwork mechanism works ...
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Paint Folk Art
Materials
Tin
Hand Carved Large Vintage Antique Wood Duck Decoy Sculpture, Early 20th Century
Located in Studio City, CA
A fantastic early to Mid-20th Century hand-carved and painted wood duck or mallard decoy with glass eyes. This piece has an wonderful color and texture.
From an impressive Los Angeles vintage duck and antique swan decoy...
Category
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Paint Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
Vintage Still Life Oil Painting on Board - Signed & Dated - Canada - Circa 1975
Located in Chatham, ON
OSKAR - Vintage floral still life oil painting on artist's canvas board - signed and dated - unframed - Canada - circa 1975.
Ex...
Category
Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Paint Folk Art
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Vintage Mexican Handcrafted Articulated Skeleton Figurine in Painted Wood
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This rare vintage Mexican handcrafted articulated skeleton figurine is a stunning example of traditional folk art. Expertly carved from wood, this piece reflects the vibrant culture and artistry of Mexico. The skeleton is meticulously hand-painted in bold red, black, and white tones, featuring intricate details that bring it to life. Its articulated joints allow for a range of expressive poses, making it a playful yet culturally significant addition to any collection.
The figurine showcases a distressed, aged patina that adds depth and character, indicative of its vintage origins. This piece likely draws inspiration from Mexico’s rich Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos) traditions, where skeleton imagery symbolizes a joyful celebration of life and death. Whether displayed as part of a festive altar, used as decor in an eclectic home, or added to a collection of Mexican folk art, this skeleton figurine is sure to captivate attention and spark conversation.
Its hand-carved nature and artistic imperfections highlight the skill and individuality of its maker, making it a one-of-a-kind treasure. This piece embodies the essence of Mexican craftsmanship, blending cultural significance with artistic creativity. This rare skeleton figurine is perfect for collectors of antique or vintage Mexican art...
Category
Early 20th Century Mexican Folk Art Paint Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
70's Serigraph by Sister Corita Kent
By Sister Corita
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Sister Mary Corita Kent (1918-1986) was known for her text-based pop influenced printmaking that conveyed her activism and spiritually-informed social...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paint Folk Art
Materials
Paint
Antique Carved Sailboat set in Open Waters Oil Painting 1920's
By Esposito
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
8-158 hand carved sailboat on open waters set in a wood frame
Signed on verso Esposito 1920
Image size 9.5 x 12.5".
Category
1920s Italian Vintage Paint Folk Art
Materials
Fruitwood, Paint
Surrealistic Oil Painting on Canvas, 1970s, Signed
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage framed oil painting on canvas, 1970. Depicts a woman with pill, standing in a moonlit landscape. Signed with R.Boutens, 70.
Dimensions: 108 W x 88 H x 3.5 D cm.
Category
1970s Belgian Space Age Vintage Paint Folk Art
Materials
Canvas, Paint
English Pub Sign, "Free House, The Cask and Taverners"
Located in Austin, TX
An authentic English pub sign (two-sided) featuring a painting of two revelers or publicans in Carolingian costume enjoying the libations and victuals of a fine inn, entitled: Free House - The Cask & Taverners.
A free house in Great Britain is a public house...
Category
20th Century English Paint Folk Art
Materials
Metal
Early Stenciled Victorian Hand Crafted Winter Sled
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous early Victorian childs snow sled in old green paint and the original Stenciled. Handcrafted from oak and reinforced with hand wrought ...
Category
1870s American Adirondack Antique Paint Folk Art
Materials
Iron
Antique American Carousel Horse Carnival Ride Attrib Charles Dare
Located in Forney, TX
A charming antique, circa 1920, American track machine carousel horse amusement ride attributed to legendary carver Charles W. Dare Company (United States), now mounted on a custom r...
Category
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Paint Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
Vintage Fishing Boat Ship Model a, Rab NJ 8592
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage 48" fishing boat ship Model A - Rab NJ 8592. Item features a nice impressive size, finely painted details, lights up in areas (has not been tested). ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Arts and Crafts Paint Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
Vintage Native American Style Pottery Cat
Located in Charleston, SC
Acoma Pueblo Ceramic Cat Figurine - Native American Art - Hand Painted in geometric turquoise and black and terracotta.
Category
1980s Unknown Folk Art Vintage Paint Folk Art
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Pair of Monumental Topoke African Currency Spears on Museum Stands, Late 19th C.
Located in San Francisco, CA
An impressive pair of late 19th century extra-long African currency spears—properly referred to as liganda or ngbele—from the Topoke, Turumbu, or Lokele peoples and related cultures in what is now the Democratic Republic of the Congo, presented on museum-caliber custom made black pedestal display stands.
A liganda’s monetary value was determined primarily by its length, and based on the monumental size of the pair offered here, they would’ve been classified as dihunga liganda—the largest of those made—and used for important events or transactions such as wedding dowries or the purchase of livestock or a canoe.
Each dihunga liganda is comprised of two hand-forged, hand-wrought, and hand-worked thin melded iron pieces that in whole form a sword-like spear with winged elements that smoothly transition to a blade terminating in an elongated tip. Middle ridge with parallel linear decorations on both sides follow the left edge of the blade and the perimeter of the wings.
Narrow cylindrical shaft at bottom would’ve originally allowed it to be mounted on a pole or planted in the ground. Both dihunga liganda display a very handsome and desirable amount of uniform natural patina and character throughout.
Created and exchanged by the Turumbu originally, as well as by the Topoke, Lokele, Bambole, Wagenia, and Bajurnu peoples of the Isangi, Kisangani, Lomami, Lualaba, and other nearby regions of central Africa until around 1920, at which point the use of liganda as currency was banned by the Belgian colonial powers in control at the time.
Presented on commanding museum-quality custom made matte black wood pedestal display...
Category
Late 19th Century Congolese Tribal Antique Paint Folk Art
Materials
Steel, Iron, Wrought Iron
A. RUSHTON - Vintage Folk Art Oil Painting - Framed - Canada - Mid 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
A. RUSHTON - Vintage folk art oil painting on canvas covered panel - signed lower right - framed (likely original) - Canada - mid 20th c...
Category
Mid-20th Century Canadian Folk Art Paint Folk Art
Materials
Paint
Kenyan Massai tribe hand painted hide shield
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Kenyan Massai tribe hand painted hide shield circa 1920. Not to be confused with modern reproductions.
Beautiful decorative piece from Kenya, likely to be from the Massai or Kikuya...
Category
Early 20th Century Kenyan Tribal Paint Folk Art
Materials
Leather, Paint
Lot of Two Vintage Swedish Dala Rooster Chicken by Nils Olsson, Sweden Folk Art
By Nils Olsson
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This offer is for a collection of two Swedish Dala rooster Chicken by Nils Olsson. Each is hand carved painted wood. Nice display item for every room. Mea...
Category
1970s Swedish Folk Art Vintage Paint Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
Large Antique Early American Banner Weathervane
Located in Forney, TX
A large and remarkable 4' long early PA American scrollwork bannerette weathervane / wind directional.
Pennsylvania, first half of the 19th century, cut sheet metal, copper tubing,...
Category
19th Century American Folk Art Antique Paint Folk Art
Materials
Metal, Copper, Zinc
Grey Wolf Kachina Doll Hand Carved Signed by Artist
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderfully detailed and decorated wolf figure Kachina doll with fur.
Signed by the artist on the base.
From a collection of Native American objects an...
Category
20th Century American Native American Paint Folk Art
Materials
Fur, Leather, Wood, Paint
Contemporary British Framed Oil Painting on Canvas (White Roses In Mustard Pot)
Located in Austin, TX
A fine contemporary British oil painting on canvas of white roses in a mustard pot displaying a masterful use of color, space, and light, mounted to an attractive gray-washed and sil...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Paint Folk Art
Materials
Silver Leaf
African Art by Luzolano, Oil Painting, 1978
Located in Delft, NL
African Art by Luzolano, Oil Painting, 1978
African Art , oil painting
Signed by Luzolano, 1978,
A scene of two African woman
The measurement is 60.5 cm ...
Category
20th Century Angolan Paint Folk Art
Materials
Paint
Vintage Folk Art Oil Painting of a Cat
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Charming French oil painting on canvas of a tabby cat staged with curtains and tassels, executed in a naive style that captures the enigmatic feline nature. With "CHAT" written on th...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Folk Art Paint Folk Art
Materials
Paint
18th Century Wooden Cross, Guanajuato, Mexico
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Wooden cross
Guanajuato, Mexico
Wood, paint
22 x 13 inches, (56 cm x 33 cm)
18th century
A wonderful old wooden cross with a painted crucified Christ figure, an angel, possibly Mary Magdelene...
Category
18th Century Mexican Folk Art Antique Paint Folk Art
Materials
Paint, Wood
Original Brown Painted Wood Rocking Horse on Green Rocker, Sweden circa 1900's
Located in Round Top, TX
It is the worn look that creates the wonderful appeal of this original painted and carved rocking horse from Sweden.
The brown/brick paint has been distressed (some missing, see photo of direct front). Note also the cracked leather ears, carved and painted black mane and leather bridle with brass accents. Real horse hair was used to create the tail.
Sold in used vintage condition. Solid, stable on original green painted rocker...
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Country Paint Folk Art
Materials
Leather, Wood, Paint
Pair of Italian Demi-Lune Painted Floral Consoles with Spade Feet, Circa 1830
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of Italian neoclassical style painted demilune consoles with a centered floral medallion surrounded by a faux marbleized top, floral painted border and swag skirt, and terminat...
Category
1830s Italian Neoclassical Antique Paint Folk Art
Materials
Brass
Southwestern Native American Signed Hopi Kachina Katsina Doll in Display Case
Located in Studio City, CA
Nicely made and displayed. Signed by the artist on the base.
Kachina figures are believed to act as messengers between humans and the spirit world.
Would be a great addition to any...
Category
20th Century American Native American Paint Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
Large Erzgebirge Christmas Nutcracker Decoration Piece Germany Vintage 1970s
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
A vintage nutcracker from the Erzgebirge region, in shape of a king made of turned wood and painted in vibrant colors, dating back to the 1970s.
This large nutcracker...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Paint Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
Vintage Bright Red Ceramic Sculptural Studio Pottery Pedestal Bowl
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
An exquisite handcrafted ceramic pedestal bowl in a vibrant deep cherry red glaze. This piece exudes timeless elegance and artisanal craftsmanship. The wide, gently flared rim and robust pedestal base showcase a harmonious balance of form and function, making it both a striking centerpiece and a functional vessel. The glossy red glaze adds depth and warmth, reflecting light beautifully to enhance its visual appeal.
Perfect for collectors of fine ceramics or for adding a bold accent to modern, mid-century, or eclectic interiors, this bowl can serve as a standalone sculptural statement or as a vessel for decorative arrangements. Its unique design and bold color make it a versatile addition to upscale home décor. Some of our collector buyers have suggested using this to display a vintage matchbook...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paint Folk Art
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
1940 Dove Decoys Locustville Virginia
Located in Woodbury, CT
Antique hand carved and painted folk art dove decoys. Brass plaque reads “Dove Decoys circa 1940 Locustville Virginia”. Set of 5 birds mounted with wooden pegs on paint decorated woo...
Category
1940s American Folk Art Vintage Paint Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
Antique Japanese Noh theatre Carved Painted Wooden Ko-Omote Mask
Located in Forney, TX
A scarce antique Japanese Noh theatre hand carved and painted wooden mask of Ko-Omote.
Sculpted in Japan in the 19th century, Ko-omote (literally ...
Category
19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Paint Folk Art
Materials
Cypress, Paint
Antique Folk Art Red Painted Wood & Iron Childrens Sled Sleigh 49"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Victorian wooden children’s sled with iron wrapped runners, painted dark red with the word “Belle” picked out in gold.
Category
19th Century Folk Art Antique Paint Folk Art
Materials
Iron
Spanish Colonial Gilt Wood Reliquary or Table Box
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is an outstanding example of a late 18th/early 19th century Spanish Colonial Reliquary or table box. The emerald green combined with th...
Category
Late 18th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Antique Paint Folk Art
Materials
Gold Leaf
Antique Mythical Lion & Hunter, Hand Carved & Painted, India, 19th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Antique Tamil Nadu massive ferocious mythical lion (Yali) and hunter sculpture - hand carved from a single piece of wood (likely teak or walnut) - multi color painted finish with fin...
Category
Late 19th Century Indian Antique Paint Folk Art
Materials
Hardwood, Paint
19th Century Gilt Wood Framed Oil / Canvas Painting
Located in Tarry Town, NY
19th century Lakeside Camp. Continental. Relined signed 34" x 42" framed
Mid 19th century gilt wood framed oil on canvas painting featuring a lakeside scene camp. The painting is ...
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique Paint Folk Art
Materials
Giltwood, Paint
19th Century Oil / Canvas Painting
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Early 19th century gilt wood framed oil on canvas painting featuring basket of fruits and flowers. The painting is in good antique condition. Minor wear consistent with age / use. Ar...
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique Paint Folk Art
Materials
Giltwood, Paint
Tall Mid-Century Octagonal Geometric Ceramic Vase in Blue and Brown, Signed
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Glazed in an ombre blue, cream, and brown, this tall geometric vase will bring a touch of mid-century to any space. The piece is octagonal and decorated with applied geometric circle...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paint Folk Art
Materials
Paint, Clay, Ceramic
Art Deco Sideboard Makassar from France Around 1925 with Painted Mirror
Located in Greven, DE
Original Art Deco furniture from a time full of life and elegance. We get all of our furniture unrestored so that we can be sure that it is really original. We then offer these as original until we recondition the furniture in our workshop and then offer it as restored furniture...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Paint Folk Art
Materials
Chrome
American Sheraton Pine Hand Painted Floral Single Drawer Washstand, Circa 1830
Located in Charleston, SC
American Sheraton pine hand painted floral washstand with a single drawer, original wooden knob, and resting on turned bulbous ringed legs, Early 19th century.
Category
1830s American Sheraton Antique Paint Folk Art
Materials
Pine, Paint
19th Century Oil on Canvas Figurative Painting
Located in Miami, FL
A fine 19th century oil on canvas figurative painting.
Signed, artist unknown. Country of origin unknown, we acquired this beautiful work of art in France. Stunning details.
The pa...
Category
19th Century Antique Paint Folk Art
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Early 20th Century Hand Painted Decoy Duck, Antique German
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Found in Germany at an estate sale, this hand carved and hand painted duck decoy is perfect for the collector. Well used by a previous hunter the paint has faded through time althoug...
Category
1910s German Folk Art Vintage Paint Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
French Framed Oil Painting Featuring a Mediterranean Harbour Scene
Located in Austin, TX
A fine French oil painting on canvas of a Mediterranean harbour scene, featuring a view of sailboats and a picturesque town in an Impressionist style, signed in bottom right facing c...
Category
Early 20th Century French Paint Folk Art
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Large Vintage Latin American Hispanic Devil Diablo Folk Art Mask with Horns
Located in Studio City, CA
A fantastic piece. Really quite unique. We have not seen another quite like it.
Made from heavy wood and features real horns.
Likely South or Central American or perhaps from Mexico.
Has clear signs of use and age so we are estimating early to mid-20th century.
Would make for a terrific addition to any folk or tribal mask collection...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Folk Art Paint Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
19th Century American Patriotic Barber Pole Open Sign Folk Art
Located in Forney, TX
A rare, likely one-of-a-kind, large antique, circa 1860s, early American hand carved, painted, and sculpted wooden patriotic barber pole advertising trade sign / open sign...
Category
Mid-19th Century American Folk Art Antique Paint Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Giltwood, Paint
Vintage Mexican Handcrafted Articulated Skeleton Figurine in Painted Wood
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This rare vintage Mexican handcrafted articulated skeleton figurine is a stunning example of traditional folk art. Expertly carved from wood, this piece reflects the vibrant culture and artistry of Mexico. The skeleton is meticulously hand-painted in bold red, black, and white tones, featuring intricate details that bring it to life. Its articulated joints allow for a range of expressive poses, making it a playful yet culturally significant addition to any collection.
The figurine showcases a distressed, aged patina that adds depth and character, indicative of its vintage origins. This piece likely draws inspiration from Mexico’s rich Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos) traditions, where skeleton imagery symbolizes a joyful celebration of life and death. Whether displayed as part of a festive altar, used as decor in an eclectic home, or added to a collection of Mexican folk art, this skeleton figurine is sure to captivate attention and spark conversation.
Its hand-carved nature and artistic imperfections highlight the skill and individuality of its maker, making it a one-of-a-kind treasure. This piece embodies the essence of Mexican craftsmanship, blending cultural significance with artistic creativity. This rare skeleton figurine is perfect for collectors of antique or vintage Mexican art...
Category
Early 20th Century Mexican Folk Art Paint Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
Mexican Folk Art Woodcarving Alebrije Fortune Wheel Folkloric Art Oaxaca Toy
By Edilma Cruz Prudencio, Socorro Cruz Prudencio, Agustin Cruz Tinoco
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
This colorful fortune wheel alebrije is made by Agustín Cruz Tinoco in Oaxaca Mexico.
“I came up with the idea as a toy for children,” says Mexican master wood carver Agustin Cruz ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Folk Art Paint Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
Naive Folk Art Study of a Cat, Oil on Canvas, 19th Century Antique Painting
Located in Bristol, GB
Antique original oil painting.
A charming study of a fluffy cat curled up and staring directly at you.
Painted in the naive style.
Dating to the early 19th Century.
The painting do...
Category
19th Century Folk Art Antique Paint Folk Art
Materials
Canvas, Paint
19th Century Folk Art Painting of a Gentleman Attributed to Horace Bundy
Located in Wiscasset, ME
Oil on canvas, inscribed on the stretcher bar reverse.
The painting is presented in a flat black frame that complements it well.
Horace Bundy was an it...
Category
1830s American Folk Art Antique Paint Folk Art
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Vintage Late 20th Century French Wood Painted Two Sided Chef Sign
Located in Burton, TX
Found in the South of France, this life size wood hand painted chef was once used at a bistro in Provence. Painted on both sides, this unique piece of art could be displayed on a wal...
Category
Late 20th Century French Paint Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
Mid Century Japanese Tin Litho Friction Toy Car Chevrolet Station Wagon C1956
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic Japanese tin litho toy car from the mid to late fifties. A Chevrolet Station Wagon in excellent vintage condition with minimal wear, practi...
Category
1950s Japanese Folk Art Vintage Paint Folk Art
Materials
Metal
Large Hand Painted Polychrome Asian Buddha Head Bust on Stand
Located in Studio City, CA
A large polychrome Buddha bust on an acrylic base. Stunning piece, wonderfully executed. From a larger collection of Asian artifacts and religious wo...
Category
20th Century Asian Paint Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century 'The Virginian' Cigar Store Indian
By Samuel Anderson Robb
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
Early 20th century carved and polychrome painted cigar store indian, which to the top of the feathers measures 6 feet. Boards around base are replacement as many of the bases of th...
Category
1920s Folk Art Vintage Paint Folk Art
Materials
Gesso, Wood, Paint
Tom Cramer Primitive American Folk Art Carved Figural Totem Sculpture 1994
By Tom Cramer
Located in Miami, FL
Tom Cramer Primitive American Folk Art Carved Figural Totem Sculpture 1994
Offered for sale is a recent acquisition from a New York estate. Thi...
Category
Late 20th Century American Primitive Paint Folk Art
Materials
Metal
1956 Haitian Roosters Oil on Board Painting by Rene Exume
Located in Stamford, CT
1956 Haitian Roosters Painting by Rene Exume. Oil on board. As found wood frame. Purchased directly from the artist in 1956 in Port Au Prince, Haiti by an American Diplomat.
Category
1950s Haitian Folk Art Vintage Paint Folk Art
Materials
Masonite, Paint, Wood
Vintage Thomas Walker & Sons Nautical Trade Sign with Ship Log Instrument
Located in Morristown, NJ
A vintage trade sign from the esteemed Thomas Walker & Sons Ltd, renowned makers of ship’s logs and chronometers in Southampton, UK. The sign is be...
Category
1950s English Folk Art Vintage Paint Folk Art
Materials
Metal
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