American Folk Art

American folk art has always had a complicated relationship with utility. The best examples were made to work first and impress second, which is precisely why they endure. This early...

A large 19th century American with thick brass and some old paint on horse Weathervane on Custom Metal Stand This 19th-century American running horse weathervane still seems to gallo...

An exceptional vintage copper grasshopper weathervane sculpture with a richly aged verdigris patina and striking sculptural form. Handcrafted from copper and mounted on a custom blac...

Fantastic Navajo Indian weaving from a private collection.Condition is very good.

Fine 1930s Navajo Old pawn silver turquoise ring Native American Jewelry Early Native American old pawn Navajo Ring with snake detail Circa 1930...

A charming vintage folk art sculpture depicting a cowboy riding a galloping horse, captured in a dynamic balancing composition. Crafted with hand-cut and painted metal elements, the ...

On offer is a late 19th-century American folk art "Goddess of Liberty" molded copper weathervane mounted on a gallery presentation stand. The figure represents Liberty (also historic...

Fantastic metal street sign, 1980s USA. Made for the Massachusetts Department of Public works. Bright red sign with white lettering :WRONG WAY GO BACK. Fun piece of transportation...

20Thc all wool diamond in a square from Lancaster county,Pennsylvania. The crib quilt is in mint condition and is all wool & very finely quilted. The backing is a brown & and the bin...

19th century blue painted small oval table with original decoration of a New England scene in the center of the tabletop. This table has fantastic gilded stencil around the edge of t...

Native American Navajo Sterling Silver Necklace inset with Coral. by Jerry Johnson Stamped JJ, Length 40cm, weight 23g

Three words, three fish, and not a hint of subtlety. Hand-carved from wood and painted to resemble rainbow trout, the trio reclines inside an oversized wooden frying pan as if awaiti...

"New England Style" Folk Art Wood Whale Wall Sculpture "made of pine wood - oiled with food grade mineral oil" "ready to hang" "perfect for a beach house" "small portion of upper t...

Fine Pair of Plains Woman's Boot Moccasins North America 19th to early 20th century A beautifully crafted and well-preserved pair of Plains Native American woman's high-top moccas...

This most unusual 19thc hand crafted and all hand inlaid stars wood box not sure if it was for office or jewelry box.It retains a amazing patina or surface.

A Large American Copper & Brass Sulky Driver Weathervane 19th/Early 20th Century on the Metal Stand There are 3 parts assembled together for this whole piece, the brass & copper horse, the sulky with the driver, the bronze direction pointer and the metal base. This weathervane is from the late 19th century, but It's still in the new condition. It's just took out from the grandpa's attic. It's been sitting in the attic for more than a century until recent days. This item is a dynamic American copper and brass weather vane...

This fine decorated 19thc stone ware crock from Cowden & Wilcox in Harrisburg,Pennsylvania.This folky tulip hand painted & decorated large three gallon crock is in fine condition.It ...

A Fine Vintage Native American Navajo bracelet Silver Turquoise jewellery A fine quality elegant slender bracelet with turquoise and coral with floral silver embellishments at the ...

This original painted robin egg blue painted hanging wall shelf.

Asian aesthetics with Art Deco and Hollywood Regency styles tall standing rotary phone made of thick and heavy brass in the style of James Mont . Working very well and clear soundi...

Asian aesthetics with Art Deco and Hollywood Regency styles tall standing rotary phone made of thick and heavy brass in the style of James Mont . Working very well and clear soundi...

Signed hand carved cowboy from a private folk art collection.The condition is very good.

Charming hand wrought iron Folk Art Tulip Candleabra from the 1930's. Heavy enough to use as doorstop as well. Beautifully rendered. 1930's USA. Measures: Height 20", width 17", bas...

Elegant hand-painted wood chest with wrought iron clasp.

UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS PENNANT OF NOTABLE WEIGHT & QUALITY, IN THE OLD COLOR SCHEME, MADE DURING OR IN THE WAKE OF WWII Marine Corps pennant, made of heavy felt with a dark blue ground, with a flocked (Silvet-painted) device and lettering in harvest gold, with an applied, gold felt binding and blue felt ties. The colors used to represent the Marine Corps changed over time. Though the present combination of scarlet red and gold were formally adopted in 1925, American military traditions die hard, tending to be as difficult to extinguish as the men and women of their ranks. In this regard, the Corps was far from an exception. 14 years would, in fact, pass before the official change caught up with Marine Corps flags...

19th century original painted and decorated sled from New England. Stamped/Signed By the maker under the body. In Very good condition.

Navajo Indian Weaving runner rug.This eye dazzler has been prof. cleaned and in pristine condition.

A beautifully weathered 19th century American copper bull weathervane, now presented on a newly fabricated black metal display base. This sculptural s...

A vintage light up Frye Boot advertising sign from the 1970's with aluminum frame surrounding a dark plastic face. Stating "Boots by Frye Bootmakers Since 1863" with a pull chain for...

A large wheeled walking spinning wheel designed to be operated while standing, also known as a Great Wheel. Made by J.Platt, as marked on the end of the oak base or table, who made w...

1930s Hand Woven Navajo Indian Eye Dazzler Weaving. Wonderful Earth toned Color pallet. Nice tight weave. The binding is still in good condition. Some areas are slightly worn from a...

This amazing Fisk made original painted heavy iron windmill weight is in fine condition.It has been placed on a wood base mount,custom made of course.The surface of the paint is the ...

"A wine party gathering With Sweet Memories" Vibrant Colored Print An unusual colored print by self taught outsider surrealist folk artist Gloria Antoinette Laposka (1922-2015) S...

19th Century Extra-Long Brass Sleigh Bells on Leather Belt: 39 Jingle Bells, Nearly 8 Feet Long A spectacular and highly authentic set of original 19th-century brass sleigh bells, featuring an impressive 39 hand-cast bells mounted on a nearly 8-foot-long leather strap. This exceptional antique offers not only a beautiful historic presence, but also the perfect traditional “Jingle Bells” sound, bright, rich, and unmistakably festive, just as sleigh bells should be. Each bell is solid brass, tightly fastened and fully functional, producing that magical tone that modern reproductions rarely achieve. The leather strap retains its original metal buckle and remains surprisingly supple and pliable for its age. With simple annual conditioning, it should continue to remain strong and flexible for years to come. The strap appears handmade and hand-stitched, and while there are small areas of thread loss consistent with age, the original workmanship was so solid that these minor imperfections do not compromise the structural integrity of the piece. The leather has developed a beautifully worn patina that speaks to more than a century of use, adding depth and authenticity to its appearance. In the 19th century, long straps of sleigh bells like this were affixed to horse harnesses so travelers could be heard approaching through winter snow, helping prevent collisions on narrow rural roads. Over time, this cheerful sound became woven into the imagery of the holiday season and ultimately inspired the classic Christmas carol, “Jingle Bells.” Today, authentic sets like this capture the warmth and romance of Victorian winter travel and embody the nostalgia of an old-fashioned Christmas. Because of its impressive length, this sleigh bell strap lends itself beautifully to holiday decorating. Many collectors enjoy hanging it on a door so it jingles each time someone enters or exits, while others drape it across a mantel for a warm, traditional seasonal moment. It also looks wonderful wrapped around a staircase railing, stretched along a festive tablescape as a conversation piece, or even displayed on a wall as a piece of functional folk art. However it’s arranged, the authentic sound and historic character bring instant Victorian holiday charm to any space. Original 19th-century sleigh bell straps in this size and condition have become increasingly difficult to find, especially with such a full complement of bells still attached. Modern reproductions, while decorative, seldom replicate the deep, resonant sound of genuine antique brass or the rich patina only time and use can create. For lovers of Americana, equestrian history, Victorian Christmas...

Pre-Columbian style , Hispaniola, Arawak Peoples, Taino Native Indians This is a finely carved Taino Cacique Chief's hand carved hard wood figure- a superb ancestor style ceremonial...

19Thc Original decorated stoneware crock with handles in fine condition.This crock was found in Pennsylvania.Wonderful blue glaze decoration.

A large-scale painting by folk/outsider artist Black Joe Jackson (American, 1922-1997) . Jackson's theme derives from his childhood memories in the American South. Raised in a poor ...

A beautifully designed, large, hand-crafted Hopi-Tewa Pueblo/Hopi First Mesa pottery bowl by famed Native American potter/artist Elva Nampeyo (1926–1985) (also known as Elva Tewaguna...

A sensitive and superb antique Arts and crafts pyrography portrait of an elegant Victorian lady holding a branch. This unique work of art was hand incised likely in the early 20th ...

A striking large American studio pottery bowl featuring an elegant low, wide form and richly layered glazing. The interior is finished in luminous turquoise and sea-green tones with ...

Early 20Thc Original blue painted planting bucket or container bucket.Found in New England.The condition is good with age spotting and wear consistent with age and use.

19thc red white and blue in original painted wooden bucket with metal fitting and wooden handles. Great size and amazing patina.

A great Folk Art barber pole in a smaller size that would hang on a post or in the front of the shop with holes to the reverse. Having fantastic patina with wear, age and being repai...

19th C Applique quilt from Pennsylvania in good condition with swag floral border.This is quite unusual and unique.

Fabulous and rare, timeless and very cool in original as found condition this Emerson radio is a petite model and the likes of which i have not seen before. Back of cabinet is missi...

19thc original red white and blue painted wooden sugar bucket from new England. Amazing patina and all original paint. This comes from a New England Collection.

19th C amazing Navajo Indian weaving bolster large pillow in the storm pattern. The backing is in homespun linen and down & feather fill.

Beautiful original landscape scene by acclaimed artist Lee Reynolds. This piece titled “Marshland” from the 1960s showcases a sunset marshland landscape done in a vivid, expressiv...

Brass ships wheel with hardwood handles. Cast in pieces and assembled. Castings are precise and the brass has mellowed. Great nautical themed decoration.

A beautiful, quite colorful Indigenous Native American Southwest Acoma Pueblo of New Mexico bowl by Doris Concho Patricio (1944-2019) featuring a wonderful geometrical pattern and de...

A beautifully and heavy crafted bronze sculpture in the shape of a horse in a very detailed presentation with the high quality of body structure. The Hackney Index Horse Weather-Vane...

Folk portrait of a bull in oil on canvas, signed L.D.D. and dated 1885. Found at an estate in the Hudson, New York area. The painting’s great style and presence in the stylized anima...

CARVED FOLK ART MASONIC WALKING STICK Stained, ebonized and polychromed hardwood With bas-relief symbolism along the length of the shaft Circa late 19th century 36" in total length...

This framed American 1940s Canada Goose decoy is a striking piece of functional folk art, beautifully preserved and presented. Originally crafted from waxed cardboard, the decoy was ...

Floral Bouquet and Bow Applique Quilt. Great Condition.

A beautiful and quite engaging sumptuously glazed relatively large Chawan tea bowl by famed Japanese Hawaiian American pottery master Toshiko Takaezu. The fired bowl features a drip ...

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...

We love folk art and particularly tramp art. Made mostly by anonymous artists and craftsmen from discarded materials, the joy and creativity they convey in a functional object has a ...

A beautiful if not a little oddly strange Indigenous Native American Southwest Acoma Pueblo of New Mexico bowl featuring a wonderful hand painted beetle/bug/insect motif. The bowl...

A fantastic early to Mid-20th Century hand-carved and painted wood duck or mallard decoy. This piece has an wonderful color and texture. From an impressive Los Angeles vintage duck and antique swan decoy...