American Outsider and Self Taught Art

"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...

Six folk art carved and painted canes. They measure from 35-39" in length.

Vintage outsider painting on plywood by American Folk artist Black Joe Jackson (US 1922-1997). The painting is titled "Zetn Now" and it depicts a woman sitting down on a tree trunk ...

An octagonal decorative wooden tramp art basket. Created from popsicle sticks, this basket is lightweight, perfect for holding remotes or other odds and en...

Inspiring folk art by Maine artist Mary Teeter of a button adorned swan and embroidered message Imagine Serenity. We have 3 of her pieces available.

Finely crafted arts and crafts pyrography lidded treasures box. One of the finest works of art originally coming likely from Poland. Carefully carved, crafted and incised , it has b...

Early American Folk Art Cherry wood firkin with original varnish finish and a sewing box interior 19th Century The name firkin originated from the Dutch word "viedikkijn" which mean...

13 different cats are depicted in this charming -vibrant hand painting A framed oil painting on canvas panel by Self Taught Outsider Surrealist Folk Artist Gloria Antoinette Laposk...

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 ...

Made by George Grant of Nantucket (1857-1942). Grant, the son of whaling captain Charles Grant, was born in 1857 during a whaling voyage. His mother, ...

An unusually fine mid century Arts and crafts pyrography portrait of two Dutch children amidst a scene of a windmill , home, boat and water. Attractively hand stained or painted wit...

A superbly incised Arts and Crafts pyrography depiction of a great horned owl. This unique work of art was hand incised in 1978 by Bert (HA) Peters Signed obverse lower right P...

Tall one of a kind cowboy and horse spinning whirligig American Folk Art piece. Most likely from a larger folk art environment. Sheet steel constructi...

Side Show A framed and inspired color print in the manner of Self Taught Outsider Surrealist Folk Artist Gloria Laposka (1922-2015) A unique and vibrant colored work depicting si...

18th Century American Sampler In period frame This specific sampler features stylized images of birds, trees, and flora, typical motifs for the era, along with the inscription "A To...

19th Century American Tramp Art Cabinet An authentic example of a late 19th Century hand crafted American tramp art cabinet. Untouched in form, still with its original glass window ...

This is a beautiful blue and gold hand carved and hand painted zodiac sign crafted by Charles Pizzano, circa 1950. The 32 inch octagonal shaped sign was just one of Pizzano's prolif...

Sister Mary Corita Kent (1918-1986) was known for her text-based pop influenced printmaking that conveyed her activism and spiritually-informed social...

Whimsical and highly collectible pair of signed Poupéé Millet figural art dolls dating from 2006 and 2007, each featuring hand-painted ceramic heads and limbs with soft sculptural te...

American arts and crafts pyrography Judaic "Moses 13 Tribes" storage chest with numerous fine fire etched panels of biblical figures, including the 13 Tribes of Israel. Dated 1904....

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 Votre Sante Cafe Gathering With Pet Dogs - Vibrant Colored Hand Painting An oil painting on canvas panel by Self Taught Outsider Surrealist Folk Artist Gloria Antoinette Lapo...

Fine American Arts and Crafts Pyrography lidded shirt waist chest with depictions of charming honey bees and blossoming poppy flowers, early 20th century. Please view our video. T...

American sampler under glass with the original gilt Birdseye maple frame, Early 19th Century. Alphabet and Numerals. Signed by maker Maria Nuttall Age 7.

"Karaoke Singers At A Night Club" Vibrant Colored Hand Painting Unique Oil Painting by Self Taught Outsider Surrealist Folk Artist Gloria Antoinette Laposka (1922-2015) Said Lapo...

"Joyful Dancers" Vibrant Colored Hand Painting Unique Oil Painting by Self Taught Outsider Surrealist Folk Artist Gloria Antoinette Laposka (1922-2015) Said Laposka: "The paintings...

Oglala Sioux Style War Headdress: 30"H with Drops 26"W. Typically, war headdresses like this one were composed of awarded coup feathers given to a warrior as an acknowledgement of ba...

This exquisite miniature marquetry blanket chest represents a significant example of early 20th century Pennsylvania folk art. Crafted in 1910 by...

A good large antique American Tramp Art crucifix, by John Zadora, Pennsylvania circa 1900. The crucifix as with many tramp art works is chip-carved from found wood, cigar boxes or sh...

A striking example of industrial Americana, this authentic balloon manufacturing mold transcends its utilitarian origins to become a sculptural statement piece. Dozens of rubber-dipp...

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 ...

American Illustrator Philadelphian Thomas Guernsey Moore Pyrography Signed, Woman with Parasol and Shawl. Hand painted pyrography. Dimensions: 9.75 Inches high and 8.6 inches w...

Dixieland Banjos Unique Oil Painting by Self Taught Outsider Surrealist Folk Artist Gloria Laposka (1922-2015) A unique and vibrant colored , hand painted oil on board Folk Art mas...

We could not resist acquiring this chair. The shape and high back give it a classy feel but with humor. The double headed dog on the chair back are well done as are the dog foot legs...

Mandan split horn single trailer style headdress. Styled after an 1830 single trailer ermine bonnet worn by Chief Mato-Tope. With painted feathers. Only the most prestigious and...

"Violin Player" Vibrant Colored Hand Painting A framed oil painting on canvas panel by Self Taught Outsider Surrealist Folk Artist Gloria Antoinette Laposka (1922-2015) Said Lapo...

Rose Lautman, worked exclusively in fabric collage with a meticulous hand and a fine needle. Rose's artwork was exhibited in galleries primarily in Sara...

"Le Cage au Folle" Vibrant Colored Hand Painting Signed and Dated 1987 Unique Oil Painting by Self Taught Outsider Surrealist Folk Artist Gloria Antoinette Laposka (1922-2015) Said...

Paul Edward Walker (American, b.1949) Box and fan signed on side P.E.W. ‘94 box: 8 ¾ inches wide by 5 ½ inches deep by 2 ½ inches tall Paul Walker is a Savannah, Georgia outside...

Oil on panel by acclaimed outsider artist, Bruno Del Favero (b. Italy 1910, d. USA 1995), circa 1970. Fine example showcasing Del Favero's aptitude for creating fantastical backdrop...

As-found. Petite painted plywood bits and bobs cabinet, factory or garage custom in house job. No makers markings. Chips, dents to wood, splat and paint patina from normal uses.

Oil on panel depicting a man in a horse-drawn carriage by acclaimed outsider artist, Bruno Del Favero (b. Italy 1910, d. USA 1995), circa 1970. Fine example showcasing Del Favero's ...

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 ...

Cheyenne style war headdress. 30"H with Drops 26"W. Headdresses like this were constructed of award coup feathers. Ermine and stripped hawk feathers attached to the back of the crown...

One of a kind iron gate in the shape of an elongated face. It would be functional as a gate but would also be terrific hung indoors as a piece of outsider art. The movable earrings...

A large mosaic panel artwork representing the bicentennial celebration in New York harbor on the evening of July 4, 1976. A memorable evening throughout the United States and partic...

Vintage Everlast punching bag. This looks like a classic "heavy bag," also known as heavy duty or jumbo bag, used for strength training in boxing, kickboxing, Muay Thai and a range o...

Groovy cut-out laminate wood two-tier shelf, after Nicole L. This example shows some cosmetic wear including a white paint spot on the back bottom shelf, and one formed drip protrusi...

Alaskan black diamond hand carved totem pole from Alaskan yellow cedar. Not Native carved. Made for and marketed in a souvenir shop in Ketchikan, Alaskan. Features motif from a legen...

Striking mixed-media assemblage sculpture by Ocean Beach artist Stuart Glennon (1929–2022). Constructed from painted wood and an imaginative assortment of found materials, including ...

Playing Cards Under Candle Light At The Green Dolphin Inn - Vibrant Colored Hand Painting An oil painting on canvas panel by Self Taught Outsider Surrealist Folk Artist Gloria A...

A fabulous piece for the Postmodern art lover. This piece features cubist lines, bright bold colors and wonderful texture. It depicts a portrait of a figure, and is titled “Japanese Hair Salon...

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 rare and likely one-of-a-kind matching pair of carved cat sculptures by self-taught American folk artist Linvel Barker (1921–2004), created in 1996. Born in rural eastern Kentucky,...

Thunderbird Sun Lodge Lance. With feather, fur, and red stroud drop. Fur-on hide wrapped handle and beaded accents. After pledging and completing a Sun Dance, the owner of this la...

Alaskan black diamond hand carved totem pole from Alaskan yellow cedar. Not Native carved. Made for and marketed in a souvenir shop in Ketchikan, Alaskan. Features motif from a legen...

Chicago-based artist Patrick Fitzgerald uses his works as a means of resurrecting the idyllic worlds he once found in the Industrial surroundings of his youth. Raised in Grand Rapids...

Fine and large tramp art cabinet signed 'Michael Lavery' and dated '98' on reverse (shown in Image #9) in whitewash paint. Certainly one of the fines...

Blackfeet style lance with feathers, hereford tail, medicine pouch, red strough and sheared otter. 6'2" Amongst the Blackfeet, specific military society members were known as "Lance...

Bowling ball impaled artistically with assorted metal items great piece of Folk Art for table or shelf.