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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
$146 Sale Price
60% 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
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
Unmarked Small Four Passenger Hand Crank Driven Wind Up Ferris Wheel Circa 1935
Located in Incline Village, NV
Cute, small and vintage 1930's ferris wheel, crank driven, and all original children's tin toy. There are four children riders, each in a separate carriage. To operate: hold the toy ...
Category
1930s Folk Art Vintage Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Tin
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
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
Signed Andre Vignoles Framed Landscape Farm Painting
By André Vignoles
Located in Locust Valley, NY
This signed André Vignoles framed landscape farm painting, is depicting a vibrant countryside scene with rich yellow fields, greenery, and distant farmho...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Provincial Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Paper
1918 World War 1 "Sure We'll Finish The Job" Victory Liberty Loan Framed Poster
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Original Antique 1918 World War 1 "Sure We'll Finish The Job" Victory Liberty Loan Large Framed Poster by Gerrit Beneker. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 46" H x 34" W x 1" D...
Category
Early 20th Century Victorian Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Paper
Lady of the Lake Antique Art Nouveau Bronze Mirror Circa 1930
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Lady of the Lake Antique Art Nouveau bronze mirror, circa 1930.
Solid cast bronze mirror with a beautiful young lady holding a tree branch fo...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Bronze
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
$302 Sale Price
65% Off
Antique Folk Art Ornately Carved Wooden Picture Frame with Birds & Flowers
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This ornately hand-carved picture frame is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from Eastern Europe, and date to approximately 1920 and done in a Folk Art style. The frame is co...
Category
Early 20th Century Folk Art Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Softwood
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
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
$236 Sale Price
20% Off
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
$138 Sale Price
55% Off
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
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
19th Century Carnival Folk Art Carved Wooden Head with Zinc Hat
Located in Haarlem, NL
This head is from a fair or carnival game.
Not sure what the game was, perhaps the head has been used to toss rings over, or maybe you were supposed to throw something in his mouth....
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Zinc
$2,000 Sale Price
20% Off
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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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 C.W. Parker horse embodies craftsmanship, whimsy, and vibrant history. Standing roughly 48-50 inches high, 22-24 inches wide, an...
Category
Mid-20th Century Folk Art Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Brass
$2,396 Sale Price
20% Off
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
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 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
Fine Hardwood Drum
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An authentic Tribal drum in all original condition. The Hardwood body of the Drum features fine Graining and has substantial weight. The very tight constru...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tribal Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Antique 20th Century Carved Wooden Christ Face with Crown of Thorns - 2Y254
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This antique carved wooden depiction of Christ's face with a crown of thorns dates back to the 20th century. It is in good condition, with one thorn missing and another broken. The w...
Category
20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood
$307 Sale Price
50% Off
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
20thc Wooden Windmill Garden Ornament
Located in Los Angeles, CA
20thc wooden windmill. hand made great honest weathered exterior.
Great used condition.
Category
1930s Adirondack Vintage Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood
$1,036 Sale Price
20% Off
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
$217 Sale Price
20% Off
1995 Hopi Kachina Doll, Aholi
By John Booth
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1995 Hopi Kachina Doll - Aholi on wood base
Matte and Glazed in ceramic (heavy)
Feather missing on one ear muff
The perfect addition to any Kachina D...
Category
1990s Native American Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Ceramic
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
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
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
Antique French Art Nouveau Stained Leaded Glass Windows with Birds - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Art Nouveau Stained Leaded Glass Windows with Birds in More Recent Wooden Frames - a Pair. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 30" H x 25" W x 1" D. Stained Glass:...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Stained Glass, Wood
Contemporary Acrylic on Paper Multi-Color Painting, Signed KALM
Located in Miami, FL
Contemporary art piece using spray paint and acrylic dots on paper. Signed KALM.
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Paper
$5,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Vintage Oriental Plate, 55 cm, Silvered, 20th Century, Table Centerpiece
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful large plate for table decorations.
Vintage look of the silvered surface.
Category
20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Metal
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 Folk Art Vintage Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Vintage Concrete Seagull Sculpture
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Concrete Seagull Sculpture
Category
Early 20th Century Folk Art Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Concrete
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
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
Vintage Large 84" USS Nimitz CVN-68 Aircraft Carrier Navy Military Model Ship 37
Located in Philadelphia, PA
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HUGE Vintage 84" Long USS Nimitz CVN-68 Aircraft Carrier Navy Military Model Ship "37...
Category
Late 20th Century Other Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Fiberglass, Wood
Robert David Gauley Framed Landscape Painting
Located in Locust Valley, NY
Robert David Gauley’s framed landscape painting beautifully captures a serene countryside with a flowing stream and vibrant greenery. The oil on canvas showcases Gauley’s skillful br...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Provincial Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Paper
1986 Franklin Mint Parian Tranquil Waters Wall Art Birds by George McMonigle
By Franklin MInt
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage 1986 Franklin Mint Parian Tranquil Waters Wall Art Birds by George McMonigle. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 25" H x 9.5" W x 1.5" D.
Category
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Porcelain, Wood
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
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
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
$1,418 / item
Very rare plastic stand of the M&M's candy company mascot, 1990s.
Located in Praha, CZ
Plastic stand in the shape of the M&M's mascot from the 1990s, 103cm high. The production of the candy began in 1941, when Forrest Mars saw soldiers eating chocolate candies dipped ...
Category
1990s Mid-Century Modern Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Plastic
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
19th-century Russian Icon Depicting the Nativity of the Virgin Mary
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th-century Russian icon depicting the Nativity of the Virgin Mary. This finely detailed piece captures the serene and sacred moment of Mary's birth, rendered with rich colors and t...
Category
19th Century Antique Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Folk Art / Pop-Art Comic Strip Papier Mache Teddy Bear Sculpture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine folk-art papier-mache sculpture.
In the form of a teddy bear.
The papier mache appears to be from various 20th Century Philippine comic books, such as Superkat by L.S. M...
Category
Late 20th Century Folk Art Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Paper, Plaster
Resin Egg with Clock Parts on Pierre GIRAUDON Sculpture /Ornament / Paperweight
By Enzo Mari
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful resin egg with clock parts inside, remind us to some the resin Oierre Giraudon , the resin is coloring with age.
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Resin
Rooster Carved Wooden Carousel Figure: Antique
Located in Mortsel, BE
Behold the charm of this antique carousel figure featuring a beautifully carved rooster. Crafted from wood and mounted on a sturdy metal base, this v...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Vintage Victorian Flower Bouquet Still Life Painting Oil on Canvas Signed Romen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Victorian Flower Bouquet Still Life "Old Master Style" Oil on Canvas Painting Signed, "Romen". Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 33" H x 39" W x 2.5" D. Artwork: 23.5" x...
Category
Late 20th Century Victorian Unknown Folk Art
Materials
Canvas, 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
$2,743 Sale Price
20% Off
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
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