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c.1830's Crazy Quilt in Taupes, Browns, Navy and Reds, Velvet, Linen, Cotton
Located in Louisville, KY
It's no reason this stunning work of textile art from the 1830's was on display for almost 30 years! For lovers of the artfully whimsical crazy quilt, this gorgeous work of art is a ...
Category
Early 19th Century Folk Art Antique Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Felt, Cotton, Linen, Satin, Velvet
Vintage 20th-Century Demijohn Bottle with Wicker Cover – No Cork - 2Y280
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This vintage demijohn bottle, wrapped in a rustic wicker cover, offers a touch of traditional charm and is perfect for collectors or as a decorative p...
Category
20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Glass, Wicker
$148 Sale Price
60% Off
Antique Leather Photo Album With Music Box, Early 20th Century
Located in Greven, DE
Unique antique photo album with a music box, which starts to play when opening the closure.
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Leather, Paper
Whimsical Carving of a Dwarf with Snuffbox, 19th Century
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Whimsical Carving of a Dwarf with Snuffbox, 19th Century
A 19th century funny carved and painted dwarf with snuffbox. Unrestored original condition, old wormholes, partly paintloss ...
Category
Mid-19th Century Black Forest Antique Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Antique Wall Crucifix in Wood and Regule – Esoteric Religious Art - 2Y271
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Discover this exquisite antique wall crucifix crafted from wood and regule, embodying elements of esoteric religion. This unique piece is a striking addition to any collection of rel...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Metal
$140 Sale Price
55% Off
Vintage 1950 Tinplate Miniature Tank by Brev S.G.D.G, Made in France - 2Y244
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This vintage 1950 miniature tank is a classic example of French craftsmanship, made by Brev S.G.D.G. The toy is constructed from tinplate and, despite its age, remains in good condit...
Category
1950s Vintage Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Metal
$145 Sale Price
55% Off
Antique 20th Century Wooden Two-Wheeled Cart - 2Y255
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This antique wooden two-wheeled cart from the 20th century is in good condition for its age. The cart will be shipped disassembled, but it is eas...
Category
20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood
$306 Sale Price
65% Off
Antique Sailor’s Valentine Shellwork in Octagonal Wooden Case
Located in Sarasota, FL
Traditionally associated with Barbados in the West Indies, this late 19th-century Sailor’s Valentine is a finely preserved example of shellwork folk art. Composed of hundreds of natu...
Category
Late 19th Century Folk Art Antique Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Shell, Velvet, Glass, Wood
Alfonso Caliendo Abstract "3 Women" Large Oil on Canvas Mid Century Modern Art
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Alfonso Caliendo Abstract "3 Women" Large Oil on Canvas Mid Century Modern Art. Signed to lower left corner and rear. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 49.5" H x 49.5" W x 1.5" D.
Category
Late 20th Century Other Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Canvas
Vintage Wally Shoop 1985 Bronze Ram Bighorn Sheep Sculpture Limited 13/250
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Wally Shoop 1985 Bronze Ram Bighorn Sheep Sculpture Limited Edition 13/250 on Wooden Base. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 10" H x 7.5" W x 7.5" D.
Category
Late 20th Century Other Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Bronze
The Riace Warriors, A Fine Pair of Cold-Cast Copper and Resin Replica Figures
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Riace Warriors, a fine pair of cold cast copper and resin figures of the Riace Warriors, reduced replicas of the original bronze sculptures currentl...
Category
Late 20th Century Classical Greek Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Copper
$6,760 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Rare Early 20th Century Hand Carved Fairground Dragon Ride Fragment
Located in London, GB
Rare Early 20th Century Hand Carved Fairground Dragon Ride Fragment
A highly decorative and delightful object of an early 20th Century fairground dragon ride fragment panel. Would l...
Category
1920s Victorian Vintage Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Pine
Small black French Stone Mortar with stone Pestle
Located in Rümmingen, BW
This small French mortar was sourced in the south of France. It's an iconic and traditional kitchen object which is found all over France. Its traditional use was and still is to gri...
Category
Early 20th Century French Provincial Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Stone
$220 Sale Price
20% Off
1960’s Vintage Beaded Bag
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Funky lady beg beautifully made of colourful cluster of beads, with motifs of flower and leafs, on old velvet background.
This bag was not made to store any items as you see in the ...
Category
1960s Vintage Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Velvet, Beads
Lion Carved Wooden Carousel Figure: Antique
Located in Mortsel, BE
Behold this majestic antique carousel figure featuring a regal lion. Meticulously hand-carved from wood and mounted on a sturdy metal base, this vint...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Metal
Antique Hand-Painted Wooden Carousel Horse with Saddle - Multicolored
Located in Mortsel, BE
This antique hand-painted wooden carousel horse is a beautiful piece of fairground history, expertly crafted with attention to detail. The multicolored design features a classic sadd...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Metal
Set of Two African Masks for Hanging – Crafted in Precious Wood - 2Y268
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This set features two hand-carved African masks made from precious wood, perfect for hanging as part of your home décor. One mask is in good condition, while the other has a small break at the bottom, which is not too noticeable. These masks showcase the rich cultural artistry of African craftsmanship and add an exotic touch to any interior space. Please refer to the photos for more details.
Type: Hanging Masks...
Category
20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood
$223 Sale Price / set
70% Off
Pre-Columbian Head
Located in Savannah, GA
A pro-columbian head.
3 ¾ inches wide by 3 inches deep by 2 ¼ inches tall
Category
15th Century and Earlier Folk Art Antique Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Earthenware
Antique Hanging Image of the Virgin Vladimir – Religious Artwork - 2Y274
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This beautiful antique hanging image of the Virgin Vladimir is a stunning piece of religious art, perfect for collectors and those looking to add a touch of spirituality to their dec...
Category
20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood
$239 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Folk Art Sterling Silver and Brass on Wood Mirror
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Mid-Century Modern artists created this enameled on brass and sterling silver zodiac symbols. This is a one of a kind mirror as well. The frame is a heavy wood base.
Category
Mid-20th Century Arts and Crafts Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Bronze, Silver
$2,796 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid Century Abstract Steel, Brass & Wood "Man" Sculpture
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Mid Century abstract steel, brass & wood "man" sculpture.
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Brass, Steel
$600 Sale Price
20% Off
19th century Louis Philippe Period Giltwood framed Print, after Winterhalter
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An elegant and high quality Continental 19th century Louis Philippe Period Giltwood framed Print, after Winterhalter. This stunning signed and dated 1859 print depicts an episode fro...
Category
19th Century Louis Philippe Antique Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Giltwood, Paint
Hand Painted Midcentury Resin White Jumper Carousel Horse by C.W. Parker
By Charles Looff Or C.W. Parker
Located in Chattanooga, TN
A sculptural icon of American carousel artistry, this hand-carved C.W. Parker horse exemplifies the craftsmanship, motion, and whimsy that define the golden age of amusement carving....
Category
Mid-20th Century Folk Art Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Brass
$2,396 Sale Price
20% Off
Rare Cabin Decor Antler Humidor, circa 1890-1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Rare Cabin Decor Antler Humidor, circa 1890-1900
An antique turned wooden box with lid, venered with several fine antler slices from the deer and decorated with tips of roe deer antlers. (woodcrack at the lid - see pictures). On top of the lid with hollow turned antler box for matches...
Category
Late 19th Century Black Forest Antique Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Antler
Early 20th Century Folk Art Zinc Barbers Pole Trade Sign
Located in London, GB
Early 20th century folk art zinc barbers pole trade sign.
An early 20th century hand crafted zinc barbers pole trade sign. Hand painted and of naïve construction. Lots of characte...
Category
Early 20th Century Folk Art Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Zinc
Primitive Modernist Wood Sculpture of Female Nude
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Primitive Modernist Wood Sculpture
Female Nude
Unsigned - Artist Unknown
Vertical Grain Douglas-Fir
Geometric Carving near "Hip"
"Nice Color and Grain"
"Some minor scratches and dents"
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Softwood
Antique Black Forest Serving Plate With Music Box, Hand-Carved Folk Art
Located in Greven, DE
This beautiful hand-carved Black Forest serving plate hides a music box in its base. An extraordinary piece of folk art from the mid-20th century.
The music box can be operated with ...
Category
20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Antique Afro Caribbean Fine Wood Carving Male Ancestral Figure
Located in Rochester, NY
Exceptionally beautiful museum quality wood carving of a male ancestral figure with perfectly aged original surface color patina. Ink stamped on underside West Indies and old paper l...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Painting Signed J Beravas
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century oil painting on canvas over wood frame signed J Beravas.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Paint
$1,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Most Unusual Arts & Crafts Stand w/ Hawaiian Art Deco Carved Panels
Located in Buffalo, NY
Most Unusual Arts & Crafts Stand with Hawaiian / Art Deco Carved Wood Panels. Pure Crafts . Mission form with a twist ! Piece has carved wood panels on each side with different moti...
Category
1920s Arts and Crafts Vintage Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Oak
Antique Arts & Crafts Oak Pharmacy Apothecary Bronze Mortar & Pestle Wall Plaque
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Arts & Crafts Oak Pharmacy Apothecary Bronze Mortar & Pestle Wall Plaque. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 18" H x 12.5" W x 1" D.
Category
Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Bronze
Antique Painted Primitive Covered & Finger Staved Sugar Pail, Bucket or Firkin
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This folk art finger staved covered sugar bucket or firkin shows no indication of a specific maker, or country of origin. We presume this covered bucket...
Category
Early 20th Century Primitive Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Brass
Early 20th Century Large Tribal Shield
Located in Sheffield, MA
Highly decorative and impressive shields from the buttress-like roots and/or trunks of mangrove trees. The soft mangrove wood is well suited to be proces...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood
$1,500 Sale Price
45% Off
Fine 19th Century White Marble Sculpture of “Rebecca at the Well”
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Fine 19th century white marble sculpture of “Rebecca at The Well” depicting a Classical maiden wearing a robe, with one breast semi-exposed, stan...
Category
Late 19th Century Neoclassical Antique Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Marble
$14,850 Sale Price
57% Off
Morton Gaffin "David" 1989 Modernist Carved Peach Alabaster Male Nude Sculpture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Minor scratches. Very good vintage condition being structurally sound with age appropriate signs of normal use as pictured. Overall very nice.
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Alabaster
Simon Moore Studio Hand Made Pottery White Bowl
By Simon Moore
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Simon Moore studio hand made ceramic, pottery bowl, free form.
White color, signed.
Japanese style, very delicate and light.
Category
Late 20th Century Organic Modern Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Unique And Early Safety Helmet
Located in Peekskill, NY
This type of head gear was used in shops to protect workers from flying particles. This hood was perfect if you worked on grinders or a wire wheel. This shop...
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Canvas
Indonesian Contemporary Wood Carved Sinta Mask Wall Decor
Located in Queens, NY
Indonesian Mid-Century hand carved wooden mask in the likeness of Rama / Sinta with a 2-pronged and tiered crown (See Matching NWL7127A)
Category
20th Century Other Unknown Folk Art
Indonesian Contemporary Wood Carved Rama Mask Wall Decor
Located in Queens, NY
Indonesian Mid-Century hand carved wooden mask in the likeness of Rama with a 3-pronged and tiered crown (See Matching NWL7127B)
Category
20th Century Other Unknown Folk Art
Rustic Country Carved Wooden Yoke
Located in Queens, NY
Rustic Country-style carved wooden yoke mounted as a wall decoration.
Category
19th Century British Colonial Antique Unknown Folk Art
Tall, solid Wooden servants
Located in Mortsel, BE
Elevate your decor with this striking antique wooden servant figures, crafted entirely from wood. Dressed in vibrant red clothing and a matching hat, this remarkable piece exudes bot...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood
$1,439 / item
Japanese Wooden Shinto Priest
Located in Queens, NY
Asian Japanese Mid-Century Modern bleached wood carved religious figure of a Shinto Priest seated in Lotus position with legs crossed.
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Lion Carved Wooden Carousel Figure: Antique
Located in Mortsel, BE
Behold this majestic antique carousel figure featuring a regal lion. Meticulously hand-carved from wood, this vintage piece exudes timeless charm. A p...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood
$2,783 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Pair of "Vrai Sabot Breton" Wooden Clogs with Anatomical Sole - 2Y247
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This vintage pair of "Vrai Sabot Breton" clogs, featuring an anatomical sole and genuine leather upper, represents classic Breton craftsmanship. These traditional wooden clogs are de...
Category
20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Leather, Wood
$243 Sale Price / set
65% Off
Gold Umbrella with Rainbow Accent
Located in South Salem, NY
Stunning sun umbrella with a gilt exterior and a painted wood column with a gold finial at the top. The gold umbrella opens to reveal a brilliant pattern...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Unusual Brutalist Bronze Figure Mounted Sculpture
By Paul Evans
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual Brutalist bronze figure mounted sculpture, emotionally charged, raw imagery, beautifully hand executed, depicting cloaked person amazin...
Category
Mid-20th Century Brutalist Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Concrete Seagull Sculpture
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Concrete Seagull Sculpture
Category
Early 20th Century Folk Art Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Concrete
Set of 5 Watercolor Drawings by J. René Rommel – Studio Collection - 2Y295
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This unique set includes five original watercolor drawings by J. René Rommel, an artist known for his diverse subjects and expressive style. Although unsigned, these pieces were dire...
Category
20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Paper
$707 Sale Price / set
75% Off
DSP Service Entrance Arrow
Located in Dekalb, IL
Double-sided porcelain directional arrow sign.
This piece features white block text over a royal blue arrow, creating a high-contrast item; also present are two grommets for fasteni...
Category
Mid-20th Century Other Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Metal
Large Tooled Leather Sculpture of a Giraffe
By Abercrombie & Fitch
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Abercrombie & Fitch Style Tooled leather sculpture of Giraffe.
Category
20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Leather
Black Forest-Style Carved Wooden Game Motif Wall Plaque
Located in Queens, NY
Black Forest-style carved wooden wall plaque featuring a game motif of a ram, pheasant, gun, and satchell with bordering oak leaves.
Category
19th Century Biedermeier Antique Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Oak
Cast Bronze Sculpture of Lounging Woman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This cast bronze sculpture depicts a woman, captured in a moment after she just finished a swim at her favourite lake. She’s gazing upon the view, reclining on a rock as she air drie...
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Bronze
Continental 19th century Oil on Canvas and Giltwood school painting of ducks
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A striking and highly detailed Continental 19th century Oil on Canvas and Giltwood school painting of ducks. This exceptional painting is set within its original stunning and richly ...
Category
19th Century Antique Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Giltwood, Paint
Vintage XXth Century Wall Plate with Copper Reliefs by Sénécal - 2Y285
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This exquisite XXth century wall plate features intricate bas-reliefs crafted from genuine copper, set against a solid wood background. Signed by the renowned French artist Sénécal, ...
Category
20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Copper
$244 Sale Price
60% Off
Vintage Folk Art Copper Sailboat Ship 38" Weathervane Hand Crafted
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Folk Art Copper Sailboat Ship 38" Weathervane Hand Crafted. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 38" H x 26" W x 5.5" D.
Category
Mid-20th Century Other Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Copper
Charming Vallauris Ceramic Ewer or Soliflore – Signed, Vintage Home Deco - 2Y287
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This charming ceramic ewer or soliflore, signed by Vallauris, is a delightful addition to any vintage collection or home decor. With its graceful lines and elegant design, it exempli...
Category
20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Ceramic
$145 Sale Price
55% Off
Antique Gothic Carved Limestone Model of a Madonna or Venus
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique limestone carving.
Modeled as a Madonna.
With her head slightly tilted, holding an orb in one hand, and with her other hand resting on her breast.
By repute ...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Gothic Antique Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Limestone
Antique Vallauris HB Handcrafted Large Bowl – Decorative Centerpiece - 2Y273
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This exquisite antique large bowl, handcrafted and signed by Vallauris HB, showcases a beautiful design that enhances any decor. Ideal for use as a ...
Category
20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Ceramic
$201 Sale Price
60% Off
Vintage Patricia Stone "The Bar" Large Oil on Canvas Art Deco Painting, Signed
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Patricia Stone (American) "The Bar" Large Oil on Canvas Art Deco Painting, Signed to Bottom Corner and Rear. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 42" H x 48" W x 1.25" D.
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Canvas, Wood
Vintage Vallauris Ceramic Plate with "Weaver" Bas-Relief - 2Y296
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This unique ceramic plate from Vallauris showcases a detailed bas-relief of a weaver, capturing the essence of fine craftsmanship and artistic tradition. A perfect addition for colle...
Category
20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Ceramic
$179 Sale Price
50% Off
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