1940s Folk Art

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

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

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...

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...

Mid-20th century black dance mask, Guerrero, Mexico A nice old mask from Guererro, Mexico, used in the Tlacololero Dance of the Tlactapa and probably fr...

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 ...

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...

This exquisite Chinese Art Deco rug from the 1940s encapsulates the elegance and vibrancy of the period through a refined composition of color and design. The field is rendered in a ...

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...

An extraordinary Mexican folk-art mask, hand-carved from wood circa 1940 using a machete. Its powerful, expressive presence reflects the direct and intuitive language of traditional ...

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...

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...

A mid-20th century hand painted French trade sign. c.1940 Double sided French trade sign for CAFES MAURICE, a company still in existence today. Wonderful patination and depth of col...

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.

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 ...

Antique Chinese large cork diorama depicting temple and garden scene.

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

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

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...

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 ...

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. ...

A beautiful sculpture of a female Ancestor figure from the Chokwe people of Angloa . Carved in a beautifully submissive pose the figure is of undoubted sculptural quality. The image ...

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)

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...

Radiating the serenity of Scandinavian design, this vintage flat-woven rug by Ingegerd Silow exemplifies the iconic simplicity and elegance of Swedish textile artistry. Woven in the ...

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 ...

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, ...

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.

This rare and unique Ife-style bronze head, dating from the mid-20th century, draws inspiration from the great sculptural traditions of West Africa’s royal arts. Echoing the prestigious effigies of the kingdoms of Ife and Benin, these works embody the symbolic language associated with sovereign authority, lineage, and ancestral commemoration. Crafted using the refined lost-wax casting technique, it demonstrates remarkable precision and mastery—harmonious proportions, finely worked surfaces, and a dignified presence. The style evokes the renowned Ife heads...

This fine Native American Papago Indian basket with a handle is in fine condition and has a wonderful geometric pattern.

This striking vintage Art Deco rug, woven in China during the 1940s, exemplifies the distinctive blend of traditional Eastern motifs and modern Western aesthetics characteristic of t...

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...

Vintage 1940's chrome frame building directory sign with beveled glass double panels. This came from the famous Boston (North End) restaurant 'Joe Tecce's' which closed in 2010 after...

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...

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

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

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...

48 STARS ON ANTIQUE AMERICAN FLAG WITH HAND-WRITTEN INSCRIPTIONS AND AN EMBROIDERED DATE OF APRIL 12TH, 1945, MOURNING THE DEATH OF PRESIDENT FRANKLIN DELANO ROOSEVELT: American national parade flag with 48 stars, printed on cotton, embellished with hand-written inscriptions and an embroidered date to commemorate the death of FDR on April 12th, 1945. “On this day in 1945, President Franklin D. Roosevelt died of a massive cerebral hemorrhage at his Warm Springs, Georgia, retreat at the age of 63. Roosevelt’s death in the final months of World War II was met with shock and grief throughout the Western world. Many Americans had no inkling of his decline in health. [He] had been president for more than 12 years, longer than any other person. He led the country through some of its greatest domestic and foreign crises to the impending defeat of Nazi Germany and within sight of Japan’s surrender...

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

Early 20th Century Brazilian Metal Hanging Amulet 'Penca de Balangadas' – Circa 1940 Discover the captivating history behind this early 20th-century metal hanging amulet, known as '...

Horse cart, beautiful aged still functional.

These black and white with a grey ground are so unusual for Navajo weaving's. These pillows have a black cotton linen backing. The condition are pristine. Sold as a pair.

Vintage 1940's Ceramic Arts Studio Indian Figurines Dimensions above are for Female Standing Indian. Kneeling Indian is 4.88 H. In excellent cond...

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...

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

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

This vintage Chinese Deco rug from circa 1945 is a stunning embodiment of East-meets-West design, showcasing the vibrant creativity of the mid-century period. The lush emerald green ...

This striking French Art Deco rug, dating to circa 1945, exemplifies the confident geometries and abstract elegance that defined the post-war European design ethos. Its layout reflec...

Produced by Pinto Bros Mfg of Coney Island, New York, this all-original 1940s firetruck was part of a circular ride at the famed Coney Island Amusement Park. Featuring lucky Number 4...

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

Originally designed by architect, designer and artistic director Guido Andlovitz in 1936 for Società Ceramica Italiana Laveno, this pair of vases are indeed the rarest of finds. The vases were manufactured in 1942, as attested to by the marking "N - 42" on the base of each vase. The gold rims and aquatic scenes that surround each vase, are unique to each piece and were painted by hand in 1943. They are both signed by the artist "Miruccia". One of the vases has the words “Anni di Guerra” (Year of War) written on the base in reference to the Second World War . Founded in Laveno in 1856 by Severino Revelli and some former employees of the "Richard" manufacturer in Milan. The "SCI" (Italian Ceramic Society) began its activity as a manufacturer of wall tiles and fine tableware. In 1883 it became a limited company and obtained its first successes at numerous national exhibitions. In 1895, Cavalier Luciano Scotti took over the company and, thanks to his intuition and his entrepreneurial skills, the factory grew substantially in a few years. In those years, some Liberty-style pieces designed by Giorgio Spertini, the author of noteworthy elegant "whiplash" creations, were created in the Laveno factory. In 1906 "SCI" presented numerous works at the International Exhibition of Decorative Arts in Milan. Other collaborators from the beginning of the century were Silvio and Piero De Ambrosis, Felice Palucco, Giancarlo Jacopini and the brothers Marco and Luigi Raggiori. However, it was in 1923 that, under the direction of Guido Andlovitz, the company reached the peak of its fame and in 1925 was a resounding success at the 2nd Monza Biennale. Andlovitz, who collaborated with the manufacturer for almost forty years, applied to the production process the principle of seriality, a concept also put into effect by Giò Ponti at "Richard-Ginori", adopting various types of decoration which, although moulded and decal stamped, still retained an undeniable elegance. In 1924 the "Società Ceramica Revelli" became a consortium with the "SCI", the partnership would continue until 1932 and saw Franco Revelli's company marketing pottery and table porcelain on behalf of "SCI". From 1925 porcelain and crockery began to appear in the factory's catalogs. In 1927 the company was present at the 3rd Biennial of Decorative Arts in Monza. Between the end of the 1920's and the beginning of the 1930's, the decorators Giuseppe Bellorini and Daniela Ferretto began to collaborate with the "SCI". As of 1932 the company managed two factories: that of Laveno, which, with over 1300 employees, produced strong pottery, tableware and artistic ceramics and the smaller factory of Verbano, which employed about 400 people and produced, in addition to ceramics for the electrotechnical industry, excellent table porcelain. The products were marketed in the company owned stores in Rome, Genoa and Naples. This was an initiative realised by Andlovitz himself. In the mid-thirties, the decorators Ada Corsi and Ida Fonini among others, collaborated with the "SCI". From 1936 to 1940 the artistic direction of the company was entrusted to the sculptor and modeler Angelo Biancini. In 1939 about 1300 people worked in the Laveno plant and in 1951 about 2300. In the years between the two wars among the collaborators of the factory were Sirio Tofanari...

Step back in time with this charming vintage copper bed warmer, handcrafted in Villedieu, France, during the 1940s. Measuring 25.98 inches in height, with a diameter of 8.27 inches a...

Extraordinary mid-20th century Mexican ceremonial mask, hand-carved in wood and mounted with authentic ram horns, a striking testament to the expressive power of traditional folk art...

Glazed stoneware vase prod. Royal Copenhagen Stamped to base

Bring timeless classical elegance to your home with this vintage Neoclassical wall plaque featuring a beautifully detailed bas-relief scene of a reclining woman attended by cherubs. ...

A vintage decorative rug from the Zapotec Indian tribe in Oaxaca, Mexico, size 3'3 x 1'8, featuring a central medallion on an unfussy beige field, with four stylized bird motifs stan...

Tutsi Ceremonial dance shield. Rwanda-Burundi Second quarter, 20th century. Wood, natural pigment Measures: 20” long x 7 1/4” wide x 4” deep (50.5 x 1...

French handled wire basket salad or eggs, circa 1940.

1940's PHILCO Television metal Ride On Toy Truck. Beautiful original distressed condition.

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...