Wool Folk Art

20Thc Navajo Yei Indian weaving in colorful pictorial.The condition is very good.

A celebration of botanical beauty and contemporary textile art, this hand-tufted rug depicts an abundant bouquet of white blossoms resting on a painterly draped fabric. Delicate ivor...

This contemporary hand-tufted rug celebrates a vibrant botanical composition, blending artistic expression with soft, inviting textures. Featuring a lush cluster of stylized white bl...

This vintage Yahyali runner from the Kayseri region of Central Anatolia presents a bold and expressive example of Anatolian village weaving. The composition is defined by a vertical ...

The design source of the rug comes from the possession of Endre Unger, which was sold at Sotheby’s in 1992. That rug with the central star was designed in the early 16th-century rug ...

This is an Antique & Unique Sarkoy (Sharkoy or Şarköy) Kilim rug from Western Turkey with a rare and beautiful color composition. Sarkoy kilims are very finely woven in slitweave in...

This is a South Anatolian Vintage / Semi-old Handwoven Runner Kilim from the town of Mut in Mersin Province, located in the Mediterranean region of Anatolia, Turkey. These kilims are...

Floral Echoes is a textured mix of colors and shapes that feel like petals, leaves, and landscapes woven together. Soft blues and greens resemble flowing rivers and lush fields, whi...

This is Central Anatolian Antique Kilim, from the Isparta region with a rare and beautiful color composition. This highly collectible antique kilim has wonderful special colors and ...

A wonderful, highly engaging, intricately hand woven antique Native North American Indian Navajo tribe wool rug/dress/blanket featuring a Diné. Bill two panel geometric design with a...

This is a South Anatolian Vintage / Semi-old Handwoven Kilim from the town of Mut in Mersin Province, located in the Mediterranean region of Anatolia, Turkey. These kilims are renown...

This is a rare antique Sewan Kazak Rug from the Sewan / Sevan region in the southwest Caucasia. This is another handsome example of the “Sewan” Ka...

This is an Antique Soumak ( Sumak, Sumac ) Kilim from the Caucasus region with a rare and beautiful color composition. Of the four countries that make up the Caucasus, Azerbaijan produces the most kilims, and the land has a long history of weaving. The nomadic tribes wove kilims and carpets as well as a wide range of storage bags and sacks, such as saffrash, khurgin and chula, and donkey and horse trappings. Smaller bags for salt, utensils, and other items are also common. Not only are the Azerbaijani weavers prolific, but they also employ many techniques at the loom. These include slitweave- known locally by the word Kilim, warp-faced patterning (jajim), supplementary weft (zili), weft wrapping (popularly known as soumak), and extra weft wrapping (verneh). Furthermore, flatweaves are defined by regional names such as palas and shadda, so it is possible to ascribe a variety of weaving names to particular provenances as follows: soumaks are made in Kuba, palas, and kilims in Hajikabul, zili in Khizy, verneh and zili in Kazakh, shadda, verneh and zili in Barda, jajim in Agjabedi, and palas and kilims in Jabrail. Soumak weave is a technique in which weft threads are added to a plain weave fabric, and one or two warp threads are wound from the front to the back. The resulting Kilim is denser and firmer, giving it a unique feel and look. This technique is commonly used in the Caucasus region. Soumak kilims have a very beautiful contrast between orange that shines like the sun, deep purple-tinged indigo, and astringent dark red. You can also see the unevenly dyed abrage in this Soumak, which is like a magic carpet with an oriental atmosphere. Features of the Caucasian Kilim, such as the unique cosmic geometric floral pattern, are also found in this Soumak which has a bright look, but it also has a faded and textured feel, so it can be used in a good old atmosphere. The woven fabric is particularly solid, so it is recommended for use in a solid living room or under a dining table without moving or twisting. A nice Kilim under a long wooden dining table.

This fine hand hooked horse & rider rug is in a black frame and mounted ready to hang in your home. It is wired for hanging and in pristine condition. Its been prof. cleaned.

48 STAR, U.S. NAVY SMALL BOAT ENSIGN, MADE AT MARE ISLAND, CALIFORNIA DURING WWII, SIGNED AND DATED 1944, IN THE SMALLEST SCALE EMPLOYED AT THE TIME 48 star American national flag, ...

Winter Rose captures the quiet poetry of nature in hibernation a soft bloom frozen in time. This sculptural rug blends abstract floral gestures with geological layering, rendered in ...

Turkish Court Manufactury Rugs were woven in the Egyptian workshops founded by Ottoman Empire in the 16th century. Those carpets were woven in Egypt, following the paper cartoons pro...

Early 20th century one-patch quilt from Pennsylvania. This fun and colorful quilt is made from wool and velvets. The back is a polished cotton and has cotton ties through out. This w...

This is a Central Anatolian Old Kilim from the Konya region with a rare and beautiful color composition. As early as the 13th century Marco Polo noted, in his account of his trave...

Early Amish 20thc diamond in a square quilt in wool.Amazing condition and colors from a 50 year collection never offered for sale before. The colors are most unusual for Lancaster Am...

This rug features an abstract, modern design with an organic, freeform shape. The color palette includes earthy tones like beige, terracotta, deep green, gray, and cream, creating a ...

rare square shaped tribal Persian Gabbeh rug from the 2nd quarter of the 20th century. The signature reads "order by reza" and dated 1940 in farsi. It must have been custom made duri...

Misshapes Dune Form explores the beauty of unstructured design through an organic, free-form silhouette inspired by nature’s slow transformations. This sculptural rug blends soft des...

Antique East Anatolian long runner rug. A great antique village rug from Eastern Turkey with considerable age and a highly unusual and intriguing design. The pile of the rug is knotted in angora (mohair), rather than wool, another unusual feature. Fantastic color palette with superb natural dyes. A top-flight collectible item that should be of interest even for the seasoned connoisseurs. Well preserved and complete after minimal professional repairs. As a valuable antique...

Sailor's Woolwork Picture, Royal Navy Ship and Flags of All Nations Circa 1875–1890 This elaborate and finely worked woolwork centers on a circular medallion depicting a Royal Navy ...

This is a Western Anatolian Modern 'New' Fine Kilim from the Manisa region with a rare and beautiful color composition. This kilim is woven according to traditional kilim technique...

Collection of three Navajo Indian weaving eye dazzler pillows.The backing is in a black cotton linen and down & feather fill. Sold as a group of three pillows. Two larger pillows...

This beautiful hand-stitched quilt, dating to the American Civil War era (circa 1860–1870), originates from the deep South—likely Alabama or Georgia—and stands as a powerful example of African American folk artistry during one of the most pivotal periods in American history. Crafted from wool and homespun blankets, the quilt features a striking design of diagonally pieced squares composed of repurposed clothing in shades of navy, brown, red, and gray. These textiles are believed to be remnants of garments worn during the Civil War, transformed through necessity and creativity into a work of enduring beauty and cultural significance. The back of the quilt is made from a bold red and gray striped textile, adding a distinctive visual contrast. Quilts like this—made by African Americans in the Reconstruction-era South—are exceedingly rare and deeply meaningful. They embody both resilience and resourcefulness, and serve as powerful expressions of heritage, survival, and artistic identity. The attribution was provided by the previous owner, a Civil Rights attorney who practiced in Alabama and maintained an interest in collecting historically significant objects, including items associated with the Civil Rights Movement and the American South. No documentation, provenance records, or third-party authentication have been obtained to verify the quilt's origin beyond the information supplied by the previous owner. Dimensions: 63” x 73” Date of Manufacture: 3rd Quarter of the 1800s Place of Origin: United States Material: Cotton, wool Condition: Original condition with some wear throughout The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU: 1982 African American Quilts, Southern Quilts, Gee’s Bend Quilts, Alabama Quilts, 19th Century Quilts, African American Art, Antique African American Quilts, Vintage Raising Barn Quilt...

Nautical Folk Art: A Rare Pair of Royal Navy Sailor's Woolworks, Same Sailor Artist, Circa 1865-70 This magnificent, matched pair of mid-Victorian British sailor's woolworks—affecti...

One of a kind large square room size with a happy-go-lucky large camel sitting on an ivory ground. The wool on this is phenomenal. it's soft on the feet. The hump on the camel has a ...

Handmade vintage folk art Bolivian serving spatula. Embodying the rich cultural heritage of Latin American folk art, the serving utensil is in excellent condition and ready to be used. By seamlessly merging beauty, practicality, and history, this engraved spatula elevates the dining experience by infusing it with both aesthetics and cultural significance. The engraving details on this vintage spatula...

Set of Danish teak Viking figures, attributed to Kay Bojesen, Denmark, circa 1960s, emblematic of Scandinavian modern design and playful wooden objects of the mid-20th century. These...

Embrace the timeless charm of the 1970s with this exquisite vintage women's woolen coat from the USSR. Made in the German Democratic Republic (GDR) by Quintet-Moden, this black and white coat exudes sophistication and style that transcends fashion eras. Crafted with a blend of 75% wool and 25% штапель, this coat showcases the superior quality and attention to detail that defined the fashion landscape of the era. With a length of 118cm, sleeve length of 65cm, and a chest circumference of 63cm, this coat ensures a comfortable and flattering fit. Emblazoned with the original label reading "176-100-108," this coat is a testament to its authentic vintage origins. In original good condition and without any problems, this vintage treasure preserves its allure for the discerning fashion enthusiast. Whether you're a collector of vintage fashion, a lover of classic elegance, or someone seeking a statement piece, this women's coat is a cherished find. Embrace the opportunity to own a piece of history and allow the black and white color palette to make a bold and versatile fashion statement. With this vintage woolen coat from the USSR, savor the joy of wearing a garment that epitomizes the artistry and craftsmanship of an era defined by elegance and sophistication. Relish the feeling of slipping into a piece that carries the legacy of GDR's Quintet-Moden, renowned for their commitment to excellence. Add this women's black and white woolen coat to your collection and let its classic charm elevate your style. Celebrate the fusion of Soviet and GDR fashion influences and enjoy the experience of wearing a coat that embodies the essence of vintage elegance. Embrace the allure of authentic vintage fashion...

Indulge in the timeless elegance of the 1970s with this exquisite vintage woman coat from the USSR. Crafted with woolen perfection and adorned with ...

This is Eastern Anatolian Old Vintage Kilim from the Mut, Adana region with a rare and beautiful color composition. This highly collectible antique kilim has wonderful special colo...

The source of carpet comes from the Mercer Collection Sotheby's 2000 (catalog cover). This Mamluk-Cairene carpet is known, curiously featuring some type of lattice was designed in th...

Handwoven wool serape blanket from the highlands of Oaxaca, Mexico with traditional Mixtec symbols, circa 1950s.  

A fine Native American woven purse. From Chimayo (a region inhabited by Pueblo Indians since about 1200 CE). Dating from the 1940s - 1950s. Principally...

There is no overarching color composition to either the square sections nor to their associated six-point stars on this richly toned antique quilt. The stars are not perfectly orient...

A vintage Turkish cicim mini kilim featuring an earth brown field with crisp geometric lattice motifs and richly textured raised embroidery. The composition is grounded and architect...

This fine all wool super rare Amish Lancaster County,Pennsylvania floating bars doll quilt is in fine condition.Minor wear on original tape binding.It is mounted on linen frame.Very ...

This is Central Anatolian Antique Kilim from the Konya region with a rare and beautiful color composition. This highly collectible antique kilim has wonderful special colors and tex...

This is a South Anatolian Vintage / Semi-old Handwoven Kilim from the town of Mut in Mersin Province, located in the Mediterranean region of Anatolia, Turkey. These kilims are renown...

This is Central Anatolian Antique Kilim from the Konya - Obruk region with a rare and beautiful color composition. This highly collectible antique kilim has a wonderful special col...

Step into the timeless world of vintage elegance with this exquisite women's wool coat from the USSR. Crafted with the finest wool and adorned with a luxurious genuine sable collar, this coat epitomizes sophistication and style that remains glamorous and fashionable even in modern times. The coat's elegant grey hue exudes a sense of refined charm, making it a versatile piece for various occasions. The genuine sable collar adds an opulent touch, elevating the coat to a true statement of luxury and allure. With a sleeve length of 64cm, coat length of 121cm, and chest circumference of 64cm, this long coat offers a comfortable and flattering fit, ensuring you look and feel fabulous on any occasion. Preserved in original good condition, this vintage treasure showcases the lasting quality and craftsmanship that defined Soviet fashion. The wool material provides not only a glamorous look but also excellent warmth and comfort during colder seasons. Whether you're a collector of vintage fashion, a lover of classic elegance, or someone seeking a coat that exudes timeless glamour, this women's wool coat is a cherished find. Embrace the opportunity to own a piece of history and allow its sophisticated grey exterior, complemented by the opulent sable collar, to make a bold fashion statement. Add this women's wool coat to your collection and let its timeless elegance elevate your style. Celebrate the allure of authentic vintage...

Modern Design Style Hand-tufted Rug 'ZEN GARDEN' by RAG HOME A rug inspired by currents of Serene, peaceful, balanced, simple words that describe the zen garden. RAG under this br...

Life-sized, mohair Steiff Elk, probably from the 1960s. Steiff referred to these life-size stuffed creatures as, “studio animals” and were very expensive when new. As I child, we wou...

There has long been a fascination with the symbolism of the dragon and its depiction in carpet weavings. The design of ‘Dragon’ carpets consists of a field pattern composed of different colored overlaid lattices formed of pointed, serrated leaves creating intersecting lozenges, which alternately contain palmettes and are flanked by confronting stylized dragons, birds, or animal figures. The most archaic of the ‘Dragon’ carpets include dragon motifs with birds and running animals relatively naturalistically drawn, which stand either alone or in confronting pairs facing a tree. The Graf carpet, originally found in a Damascene mosque, now in the Islamiches Museum, Berlin, is considered to be the oldest example of this type, see Serare Yetkin, Early Caucasian Carpets in Turkey, Vol. II, London, 1978, p.8, fig.118. Yetkin defines four types of ‘Dragon’ carpet: ‘Archaic’, ‘Four-Dragon’, ‘Dragon-and-Phoenix’ and as a further combined development of the latter, the ‘Two-Dragon’ style, of which the present carpet falls into the ‘Dragon-and-Phoenix group along with other examples, some of which include two fragments, one in the Museum fur Kunst und Gerwerbe, Hamburg; another in the Christian Museum, Esztergom, Hungary, a complete carpet in the Kier collection; an incomplete example in the Textile Museum, Washington, D.C; the ‘Cassirer’ Dragon carpet in the Thyssen-Bornemisza collection, Lugano; the Ali Pasa Mosque carpet in Tokat, and a further example in the Vakiflar Hali Museum, Istanbul (S. Yetkin, op. cit. pp.16-20). It has been suggested that the earliest examples of the Caucasian ‘Dragon’ carpets...

A radiant example of early American textile artistry, this monumental antique hooked rug, circa 1900, captivates with its romantic floral composition and exuberant color palette. Han...

This unique vintage Navajo rug bag, crafted circa the mid-1900s, is a beautifully repurposed piece made from an original Native American Navajo area rug. Featuring a classic diamond ...

Pair of beautiful early geometric Navajo pillows. Soft colors of ivory, taupe, beige and pink. Down and feather inserts. Zippered casing.

These Amish Braided & crochet area rugs are very hard to find in good condition.They were made in Lancaster County,Pennsylvania in Amish country.Its a mix of wool and polished cotton.

A rare and visually striking example of 1920s Art Deco rug design, this antique Chinese Deco runner combines refined symmetry with an evocative naturalistic palette. Woven in China d...

This handwoven 19th century four color coverlet is in fantastic condition. This pattern is so detailed with birds and tulips with most unusual patterns. This is the early patterns of...

Presented is a rare Centennial patriotic flag banner, dating to 1876. The flag’s brilliant blue canton is spectacular, with 81 five-pointed, rayed stars, arranged to read “1776” and “1876.” The flag’s design is completed with thirteen alternating red and white stripes. The flag is a three-piece, treadle-sewn sewn construction, printed on a thin wool and cotton blend. Along the edge, there is a narrow, treadle-sewn sleeve made of cotton tape. In the lead up to the nation’s Centennial in 1876, flag makers and individuals looked to the past for designs to produce as part of the country’s many celebrations. Popular interpretation of the stars and stripes undoubtedly reached its climax of variety and originality at the time of our Nation’s first Centennial. Since no design restrictions were placed on flagmaker’s imaginations and no strict distinctions were drawn between official and unofficial star counts, it is no surprise that, on the occasion of the Centennial, creativity in flag design was not the exception, but the rule. The cantons from this period presented an array of geometric abstractions. Great star patterns, referred to as the “starry flower of Liberty” by Oliver Wendell Holmes, that were popular from 1818 and on, resurfaced in Centennial flags...

A rare and vibrant example of mid-century Scandinavian textile design, this Swedish Rya rug titled "Alvastra Green" was created in the 1960s by the renowned Swedish textile artist Ma...

A wonderful, highly engaging, intricately hand woven antique Native North American Indian Navajo tribe wool rug/blanket featuring a geometric X-pattern (the Navajo tribe is famed for...

Fantastic Yei Indian weaving in mint condition made into a shoulder bag backed with top quality black leather.Fine condition.

This is a repeat of large sweeping arabesques in muted colors adorning the midnight blue field rug designed in the early 20th century that originates from the Bidjar region in northw...

A finely worked sailor's woolwork picture depicting the Royal Navy ship of the line H.M.S. Aboukir under full sail, flying the White Ensign at her stern. The vessel is shown broadsid...