1940s Folk Art

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

Collection of Lineol toy figures depicting soldiers of the Royal Danish Guard wearing bearskin hats. The collection also includes guard towers and dates from around the 1930s–1940s. ...

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

Mexico, circa 1940 · Solid carved and polychrome wood · 50 × 44 cm It depends on where you look from. And that is exactly the point. This large-format sculpture — 50 cm tall, 44 cm...

Interesting French tole decoration bunch of flowers in a basket, maybe a dummy board.

Remarkable Mexican ceremonial mask handcrafted in repoussé copper sheet and hand-painted polychrome, circa 1940. The composition depicts a bearded male figure integrated into a fanta...

Traditional antique circa 1940s Collectible women face veil from the Sinai Bedouin Desert Garment Nikab framed in a lucite box. Museum quality well preserved Middle Eastern Bedouin women face veil, from the Bedouin tribes of the Sinai Desert. Face veil for a Bedouin Women, North Sinai Egypt or Palestine Mid 20th C. An amazing Niqab, Negev Bedouin veil from Palestine or Egypt. Worked on a base of thin red silk and cotton embroidery with antique Ottoman nickel silver coins, glass beads, wool, embroidered, stones, carnelians, glass, and amber. Mid 20th century, circa 1940-50s typical Middle Eastern traditional Arabian Bedouin, Egyptian, Palestinian face mask, garment, head dress, tribal jewelry, bridal veil. Showing heavily decorated in the bottom with silver nickel hands amulets for the Evil Eye protection and early textiles (wool and silk) and tassels hanging down. Face coverings were worn for centuries by the women of various nomadic tribal groups of North Africa and the Middle East. In the western desert of Egypt, Berber women living in Bedouin societies sometimes wear masks or veils called niqab. The veils serve multiple functions, including protecting the women’s face from sun damage, filtering dust from the air, displaying adornment, and demonstrating wealth or status. The niqab worn by Bedouin women on special occasions are sometimes elaborately decorated with coins and beads, like this one. Such masks are not for everyday use; they would be too hot and heavy. They are worn during special events, such as weddings and feasts. Face veil: 12" W x 19" L, circa 1915-1930. Last pictures are references from the book: "Traditional Palestinian Embroidery...

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

Amazing craftsmanship in this one of a kind piece hand crafted from copper. Hammered repousse in and around the entire lighthouse. Tall 33 inches by 14 diameter with an 11 inch balcony. Entirely lights up, Tower with a large dome light...

Group of five Folk Art fish decoys composed of painted tinned iron sheet metal or aluminum fins and tails and carved wooden weighted lead bodies, some with ...

Substantial cowhide bag with brass hardware and closure. Used a travel bag for physicians to play tools and prescriptions in. Perfect as a purse or for tra...

Chiapa de Corzo, Chiapas, México · Circa 1940 · Papier-mâché, natural pigments. The Parachicos are one of the oldest and most celebrated expressions of Chiapas cultural identity. Th...

Vintage primitive floral still life on reclaimed wooden panels having a lovely curved top. Found in an antique store in Calabria about 30 years ago.

Ohio Amish blue & pink broken star quilt in pristine condition. Very fine quilting and piece work. Notice the fine hand stitched saw tooth binding.

Antique American carnival amusement park, carousel motorcycle ride, from the late 1940s. A fabulous late 1940s motorcycle carousel ride, the motorcycle body is made of wood and is ha...

1677 Hand painted carnival sign world's tallest man and Tom tump In a pediment frame

Likely handmade mid-20th-century figural costume inspired by the mirrored imagery of a traditional playing card. The costume comprises two painted boards, each decorated with a high-...

We offer this rare and very antique Mexican Diablo mask in wood, circa 1940. Great patina.

1870 Hand crafted Folk Art Bull sculpture hand crafted from natural materials Has a pocket measuring 8x7.5" 12" deep

O'Henry Tent and Awning sideshow banner with original shipping tag. Unusual subject matter and fantastic story from the Salem witch trails to Spider Girl. ...

Classic vintage NEON "MOTEL" sign salvaged from a motel in Niagara Falls Canada,, Retains original finish & patina,, New transformer, metal replaced to bottom of can,, (see photo)

This Navajo Indian weaving has a saw tooth border and most unusual colors.The weaving is in pristine condition.

Large-scale Folk Art Carnival game board, American, circa 1940s. This painted carnival game board came from Texas and combines wonderfully patinate...

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...

This hand carved wood sculpture of a mermaid is in fine condition.It is hand carved and unsigned.So fantastic the surface and carving.

A striking piece of American roadside history: an original "Welcome to New York — The Empire State" highway marker, hand-lettered in gold on a deep cobalt blue ground, with the New Y...

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, ...

Circa 1940. We offer this antique folk mask hand-carved in wood, with a powerful ritual presence and expressive character. The piece depicts a fantastical zoomorphic face with long c...

This elegant European Art Deco rug from the mid-1940s exemplifies the refined and forward-looking design ethos of post-war Europe. Hand-knotted in wool, the rug features a bold yet 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...

Distinctive mid-20th century Mexican ceremonial mask, hand-carved in wood with a powerful sculptural presence and a deeply expressive aesthetic. The piece depicts a fantastic zoomorp...

Antique Chinese large cork diorama depicting temple and garden scene.

Early 20th child Middle Eastern Efe Zeybek Jacket. Kid Efe Zeybek Costume Turkish authentic ethnic vest. Dark brown red velvet with gold foliates and gold trim. Open sleeves, red cotton lining. Antique collector red velvet jacket with gold Middle Eastern Moorish style embroidery. Small tiny Turkish antique vest...

This striking 1945 French Art Deco rug embodies the refined simplicity and modernist clarity that defined late Deco design. Rooted in the artistic movement that flourished in Paris i...

Ventaglio in teca firmato, possibile Spagnolo. Buone condizioni. Grazie

Expressive traditional Mexican mask, hand-carved in wood and polychromed, circa 1940. Defined by its strong features and sculptural presence, it displays a prominent nose, brows acce...

Large Tribal Mask/Sculpture (Adoné), crafted as originally naturalistic Antelope, Kurumba people, Burkina Faso , early 20th cent. Note :Adoné Headdress was used as portable altars ...

Symbolically, miniature ladders like the Dogon ladder can hold various meanings depending on the context in which they are used and their cultural or historical background. For example, a miniature ladder can be a metaphor for ambition and personal growth, representing the desire to reach new heights or overcome obstacles. In spiritual contexts, a ladder can symbolize a path to wisdom or enlightenment, reflecting a personal quest to achieve higher consciousness or insight. The interpretation of its design is multifaceted and may reflect a combination of traditional, cultural, and personal values. It serves as a beautiful symbol for those seeking inner guidance, a personal altar...

Fabulous hand crafted Art Deco styled airplane with the French colors on its tail. All there except for the tails wheel. Otherwise in excellent antique condition with minimal wear. ...

Fabulous screeching black cat door stop in iron & steel. Stylized in the manner of Walter Von Neesen for Chase. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear.

This elegant vintage European Art Deco rug, dating from the 1940s, exemplifies the geometric experimentation and forward-thinking design that characterized mid-century modern aesthet...

Large Scale Vintage New York City Bus or Subway Roll, Brooklyn-Queens , 8th ave... Over 11 feet !! Great old sign, double sided.

French handled wire basket salad or eggs, circa 1940.

This striking 1940s Art Deco rug, attributed to George Leclère, exemplifies the bold innovation and modernist flair of post-war European design. Woven circa 1945, the piece features ...

Len “Spider” Austin The drunken clown shoes A genuine pair of leather clown's shoes, these were made by Anello & Davide; shoemakers to the ballet, dance and theatrical world from th...

Rare mid century Lobi folk tribal art female figure wooden sculpture produced in Burkina Faso, Africa by anonymous designer in the 1940s. In good original condition. Dimensions: H:...

Early Chesapeake Bay Scaup Drake Sink Box Wing Decoy, circa 1940, a very shallow flat bodied decoy in original condition, original black and white paint on head and body, and painted...

Rare Carta Blanca beer porcelain metal sign. Mexico, ca. 1940’s.

Original Bavarian Tyrolian Folk Art painting, signed and dated This charming folk painting is executed in oil on artist board. A beautiful and rus...

This captivating vintage Swedish rya rug, attributed to renowned Finnish-born textile artist Laila Karttunen, dates back to the mid-1940s and beautifully embodies the expressive spir...

This authentic 20th-century German lifebuoy is a rare maritime artifact with exceptional decorative appeal. The piece shows a rich, weathered patina that speaks to its long history a...

Whimsical Folk Art chain whittled from one continuous piece of wood (ca. 1940s, USA). In addition to the traditional chain link design, there are two 'cages' containing two balls eac...

This vintage pink ceramic table lamp from the 1940s, featuring a charming floral shade and a dimmer, is a beautiful addition to any decor. Measuring 28.3 inches (72 cm) in height, 5....

This vintage Chinese rug is hand-knotted of fine wool into a medium-high, velvety pile that gently undulates underfoot. Its warm ivory-cream ground is subtly variegated by pale beige...

Fantastic advertising sign from possibly a travel agency or transit system c1940. Excellent vintage condition with just the right amount of wear. Stainless border and mounting hardwa...

Mexican Indian weaving horse pillows with a weaving on the reverse of pillows.The over size horse pillows are from a larger weaving.The inserts are down & feather fill. Sold as a pair.

Fabulous and rare painted sheet metal black cat with arched back and prominent whiskers door stop. Measures : Tall 23 x 10.75 so it makes it's presence felt. Very cool cat...

For your consideration, antique leather western saddle stirrup. Leather covered metal saddle stirrup, circa 1940s.  

White hand lettered and red background folk art tin sign. Backed with the original backing barn wood. Purchased from the Adair Winery Estate, New Paltz, New York. The Adair Winery wa...

This handmade folk art battleship from the early 1940s is a remarkable example of wartime craftsmanship, reflecting both the patriotic spirit and resourcefulness of the era. Crafted ...