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Period: Early 20th Century
Goldfinch Viechtauer Hand Carved Wood Bird Black Forest Folk Art, Austria, 1920s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful Austrian 20th century, carved wood bird, mounted on a stand for hanging. The tradition of these in Austria called "Viechtauer" birds goes back to the early 19th century w...
Category
Austrian Black Forest Vintage Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
Set of 4 Antique Bilboquets, France
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Beautiful set of four antique Bilboquets from France,around 1920,
cup-and-bowl children toys in turned Beechwood, dark tinted,
pretty patina,
a set full of charm and authenticity
...
Category
French Vintage Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Beech
Yacht Porthole Solid Brass Highest Quality
Located in Norwell, MA
Solid brass hinged door porthole from a very high quality yacht. Superb hinge mechanism. Impossible to reproduce. Circa 1920.
Category
North American Vintage Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Brass
Early 20C Hand Painted Large Sized Ceiling or Wall Panels by Nena Claiborne
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a unique set of early 20C hand painted large sized ceiling or wall panels by Nena Claiborne.
Art Nouveau/Deco Era hand-painted ceiling or wa...
Category
American Art Nouveau Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Boxwood
Indonesian 'Wayang Kulit" Shadow Puppet, Java, Indonesia, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This flat shadow puppet was crafted on the island of Java by a puppet artist using buffalo hide and mounted on bamboo sticks. It features movable arms, controlled by outer bamboo rod...
Category
Indonesian Tribal Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Leather, Wood
Monumental Makah TOTEM by Young Doctor 108"H
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Makah TOTEM by Young Doctor (1851-1934). Neah Bay, Washington. This monumental pole is a significant piece of Northwest Coast art and Seattle history that was previously owned by Joseph Edward “Daddy” Standley, the founder of the iconic Ye Olde Curiosity Shop in Seattle, Washington. The pole was displayed for years on the grounds of Standley’s “TOTEM Place” estate in West Seattle, across the bay from his iconic ethnographic art and curio shop on the Seattle Waterfront. So popular amongst tourists was the TOTEM Place estate grounds, that the Southwest Seattle Historical Society has stated that “for decades... it was a place where tour buses stopped, and flashbulbs popped. It probably was the most gawked-at, talked-about residence in West Seattle.”
This pole was even featured in situ at Standley’s West Seattle home on a postcard that was sold to visitors through Ye Olde Curiosity Shop. While there are multitudes of model poles and other artifacts available to collectors that were sold as souvenirs from Ye Olde Curiosity Shop, objects that were actually owned by Standley are virtually unknown in the art market. The vast majority of objects that Standley esteemed and considered his private collection have remained with his family and descendants and are on permanent display in the store.
Among the objects owned by Standley to make their way into the Smithsonian was a Spirit Canoe sculpture by Makah master carver Young Doctor (1851-1934), the likely carver of this pole. It would appear that Standley and Young Doctor had a good working relationship as a number of pieces, including this TOTEM, an elaborate transformation mask, the aforementioned Spirit Canoe model at NMAI, and a full model set of a Makah whaling crew and canoe were made for Standley by the artist. This large-scale TOTEM pole is an exceptional example of turn-of-the-20th-century Northwest Coast carving...
Category
American Native American Antique Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Cedar
Antique American Hunting Canvasback Decoy Signed C. A Locart & J.G.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique American Hunting Canvasback Decoy Signed C.A. Locart & J.G.
Hand-Carved Wood, Early 20th Century, 18" W x 6.5" D x 7" H
This antique American canvasback duck decoy is a remarkable example of early 20th-century hunting craftsmanship, signed by C.A. Locart and J.G. Hand-carved from solid wood, this decoy measures 18 inches wide, 6.5 inches deep, and 7 inches high, making it an impressive piece for both display and collection.
Canvasback ducks are the largest species of diving duck in North America. Male Canvasbacks are recognizable by their white bodies and maroon heads, while females are more gray with sandy-brown heads. These ducks are seldom found on dry land, preferring to sleep and nest on the water.
This decoy features a bold, streamlined profile characteristic of canvasback ducks, prized by hunters for their distinctive sloping head and long bill. The deep, rich patina of the wood highlights the natural grain, with subtle carving marks that add texture and character. The orange glass eyes lend a lifelike quality, enhancing its realistic appeal.
On the underside, the decoy bears the impressed signatures of C.A. Locart and J.G., adding to its historical significance and collectible value. The piece shows age-appropriate wear, including minor surface imperfections and a charming patina that reflects its authentic use in waterfowl hunting.
Perfect for decoy collectors, folk art enthusiasts, or those seeking rustic Americana decor...
Category
American Folk Art Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Glass, Wood
Antique Akha Hill Tribe Silver Cuff Bracelet, Golden Triangle
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
An Akha Tribe Woven Silver Bracelet with spiral design. This Tribal bracelet encompasses tradition Hill tribe silversmithing techniques with each silver str...
Category
Thai Tribal Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Silver
19th Century Austrian Carved Pine Folk Art Farmer and His Oxen Model
Located in London, GB
19th century carved pine folk art farmer and his oxen model
We are proud to offer a unique example of a late 19th century hand carved pine folk art model of a farmer and his oxen. R...
Category
Austrian Folk Art Antique Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Pine
Pair of Vintage Swedish Wooden Decoy Ducks with Original Paint
Located in Kastrup, DK
Pair of Swedish vintage wooden decoy ducks crafted from pine, featuring its original black, light gray and brown paint.
Natural wear and a beauti...
Category
Swedish Folk Art Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Chippewa Pictorial Bark Canoe
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Chippewa pictorial canoe. Fully slated, having four grouse, four rabbits and leaf design. Bark varies in color from a light tan to a mid-tone brown. Circa 1930. Minor damage to one r...
Category
American Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Birch
Early 20th Century, Circus Balancing Balls
Located in London, GB
Early 20th century circus balancing balls.
We share what we love, and we love these rare early 20th century hand crafted wood and glass mirror English circus balancing balls. Each section is hand crafted using pins...
Category
British Folk Art Vintage Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Early 20th Century Korona Home Portrait Camera
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Korona Home Portrait Camera. It depicts a square wood camera body and base with square glass in the back and metal hardware. In the middle, there...
Category
American American Craftsman Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Glass, Wood
Nigerian Nupe Gourd-Form Water Vessel, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Inspired by the natural world, Nupe ceramicists fired this water vessel in the shape of a gourd. The vessel's varied surface textures and colors come from its functional design. The ...
Category
Nigerian Tribal Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Terracotta
African Topoke Iron Currency Blade, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
While shield and spear were central to African combat, this iron sword blade was most likely made to serve as a piece of trade currency. Many pre-colonization African currencies were...
Category
Congolese Minimalist Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Iron
Two Antique Indian Papier-Mâché Hand Painted Face Masks Depicting Brides
Located in Yonkers, NY
Two antique Indian papier-mâché hand painted face masks from the early 20th century, depicting Indian brides. They are priced and sold individually. Featuring a polychrome finish made of ocher, red and black tones, each of these face masks depicts an Indian bride. Touching us with the simplicity of their execution, they showcase traditional red jewels adorning the brides' foreheads and curly strings of hair on the cheeks. The eyebrows, mouths and noses are represented in an archaic manner that gives great presence to the ensemble. With their fascinating décor and small proportions, these Indian papier-mâché face...
Category
Indian Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Other
Early 20th Century Brass Indian Temple Toy on Wheels
By Rajhastani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large sized (13" height) Indian temple toy. Camel with rider. Very rare to see this size.
India is famous for its brass and copper metal craftsmanship. It ...
Category
Indian Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Large Carved Bust of African Man
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is an exceptionally well-carved portrait bust of an African man dating to the mid-20th century. The bust is carved from a single piece of mahogany; th...
Category
African Folk Art Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Mahogany
Henry Culver Model of Revenge
Located in Norwell, MA
Rare ship model of the noted warship "Queen Anne's Revenge", by famous ship modeler Henry Brundage Culver. This is an exceptional piece with a very colorful paint scheme, exceptional rigging, quality sail work and fabulous woodwork. The model is set into a Fine arch topped display case with French doors...
Category
Vintage Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
Giant Wood Early 20th Century Hand Painted Americana Barber Shop Sign
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Large and chunky Americana! Fantastic and original Barber Shop trade sign in the shape of a barber pole. Great statement piece. Layers of super graphic red and white original paint. ...
Category
American Folk Art Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Vintage Concrete Seagull Sculpture
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Concrete Seagull Sculpture
Category
Unknown Folk Art Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Concrete
French Turn of the Century Hand Carved Tramp Art Folk Mirror with Raised Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French hand carved Tramp Art folk wall mirror from the early 20th century, with raised motifs. We currently have two available, priced and sold $1,750 each. Created in France at th...
Category
French Folk Art Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Weathered Old Tribal Squatting Spring Figure, Nepal, Early 20th Century praying
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Old weathered tribal squatting spring figure with hands raised in namaste position, traces of clay and incrustation, expressive carved open mouth and eyes. These were protective figu...
Category
Nepalese Tribal Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Schoolhouse Quilt
Located in Darnestown, MD
Schoolhouse is one of the most iconic of American quilt patterns. This lovely example has each Schoolhouse set in a vivid red frame with x's at the intersections between the blocks. ...
Category
American Country Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Cotton
Gelede Headdress, Yoruba People, Nigeria, circa 1920s
Located in Aramits, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Gelede festivals honor the creative and dangerous power of women elders, female ancestors and goddesses known as "our mothers". The Gelede headdress often consists of two parts, a lo...
Category
Nigerian Tribal Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Antique Hanging Piece of a Medieval Lady, circa 1900s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Hanging Piece of a Medieval Lady, circa 1900s
An antique hanging piece of a medieval noble lady holding blazon and rose. The statue is made of handcarved and painted wood. C...
Category
German Early Victorian Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood
An antique wooden nutcracker - France early XXth
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A magnificent antique wooden nutcracker, a true piece of folk art from the early 20th century. Crafted with exceptional artisanal skill, thi...
Category
French Folk Art Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Early 20th Century Vintage Boho Original Painting on Board of Male Nude
Located in west palm beach, FL
A vintage Boho original oil painting on board. A chic composition of a male nude in beautiful shades of green. Framed in a brilliant gilt wood frame. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Category
American Bohemian Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Masonite, Paint
Djerma Painted Water Vessel
Located in Chicago, IL
The Djerma people of Niger are well-known for their gracefully shaped and delicately painted water containers. The surface paintings are applied after firing with all natural pigment...
Category
Nigerien Tribal Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Terracotta
Plaids One Patch Quilt
Located in Darnestown, MD
This one-patch quilt made almost entirely of plaid cotton flannels is both simple and sophisticated. It took an artistic eye to put together this large combination of plaids in a pal...
Category
American Vintage Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Cotton
Early and Unusual Loop-Pile Beni Ouarain Moroccan Berber Rug
Located in Milan, IT
The Beni Ouarain confederation is composed of seventeen tribes inhabiting the high mountain region of the northeastern Middle Atlas. Their rugs differ from other Berber weavings in t...
Category
Moroccan Tribal Vintage Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wool
Papau New Guinea Sentani Mounted Nephrite Axe, Early 20th Century
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Large and exceptional vintage tribal carved green jade/nephrite axe from Sentani, Papau New Guinea. The Axe is mounted in a custom made bronze base and is...
Category
Papua New Guinean Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Stone
Angola Chokwe Mask Revisited by Bomber Bax
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful classic Chokwe mask genre that honours female founding ancestors. Such representations are particularly significant as the Chokwe trace the descent through the lines of their mothers. This is thought to be a dance mask with a net and wood hairstyle, from the Batshokwe people skilled in the art of carving and of very ancient origin belonging to the culture of the divine monarchy.
The Batshokwe sculptors were the most famous in the region, masters in geometric decorations such as the depiction of scarifications and tooth deformations, the surfaces of their works were carefully smoothed and polished.
On the forehead of the mask, the classic chinge-lyengelye scarification is clearly visible, commonly interpreted as a variant of the Portuguese cross...
Category
Angolan Tribal Antique Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Circa 1900 French Wallpaper Printing Roll
Located in High Point, NC
Circa 1900 wallpaper printing roll from France made from pine.
Category
French Industrial Antique Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Metal
1920's French Charcoal Sketch of Seated Nude Lady the Artists Model
Located in Cirencester, GB
"The Artists Model"
French School, circa 1920's
Charcoal drawing on paper, unframed.
Paper: 24.5 x 17.5 inches.
Condition report:
The painting is in good and sound condition.
Category
Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Other
Wooden Decoy Duck on Stand, circa 1910
Located in Hastings, GB
Beautiful early 20th century French decoy duck. Hand carved in wood and hand painted, the decoy has a movable head that can be turned left or right, it is a...
Category
French Folk Art Vintage Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Iron
Antique English Dark Oak Barrel with Brass Bands
Located in Troy, MI
Circa early 1900s English barrel is just over 14” tall. Made of dark oak with four polished brass bands. Unknown maker. We may have similar barrels in various sizes and styles availa...
Category
English Rustic Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Brass
French Wallpaper Printing Roll, Circa 1900
Located in High Point, NC
Circa 1900 pine wallpaper printing roll from France.
Category
French Industrial Antique Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Pine
Pair of Native American Rawhide Pom Pom Snowshoes, Late 19th-Early 20th Century
Located in Studio City, CA
A great set of Native American Indian pom pom snowshoes with the traditional bent wood form with woven rawhide feet supports.
From a larger collection of Native American artifacts...
Category
American Native American Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vintage Late 19th Century Canvas Circus Carnival Midway Folk Art Sideshow Banner
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Very early American circus or carnival Sideshow Banner, circa 1890-1900. Fantastic paint detail. Great example of American folk art banner painting. The Great American African Camel...
Category
American Folk Art Antique Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Canvas
Rare Acoma Polychromed Geometric Painting! Sky City Abstract Art Tapestry
By Acoma
Located in Peoria, AZ
"SKY CITY"
ACOMA ABSTRACT ART
POLYCHROMED TAPESTRY!
CIRCA 1900-1930
Framed Behind Glass
Extremely Rare!
DIMENSIONS: Approximately 40" By 20" Framed
In the dry and lonely desert ...
Category
American Native American Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Canvas
Late 19th Century Fairground Knock Down Figure
Located in London, GB
Jeu De Massacre Fairground Figure
One of the finest examples of a late 19th Century fairground knock down figure we have had the pleasure to obtain, in ...
Category
French Folk Art Antique Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Carved and Painted Six Whale Species Board Made by Nantucket Whaler, circa 1940
By Captain George Grant
Located in Nantucket, MA
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, ...
Category
American Folk Art Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Pine, Paint
Stunning Swiss Antique Pine Cottage Set, Hutch, Table, Chairs w Awesome Carvings
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare folk art set with great carvings on cottage cupboard, table and matching chairs.
If you are looking for a unique set for your chalet, home, cott...
Category
Swiss Folk Art Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Brass
Antique Harvard Ave. Porcelain Sign c.1900-1910
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
An original double sided enameled porcelain Harvard Ave street sign.
Shown with life size hand model for scale.
CREATOR Unknown.
DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1900-1900.
...
Category
Industrial Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Enamel, Steel
Hand Crafted and Beautifully Painted Dolls Found in Southern Mexico, 1930's
By G. None
Located in Guadalajra, Jal
Hand Crafted and Beautifully Painted Doll found in Southern Mexico, Early 20th Century.
Origin: Villa de Zaachila, Oaxaca / Southern México.
Category
Mexican Folk Art Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Leather, Wood
Chinese Bent Handle Fisherman's Basket, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Basket making is an ancient and humble craft, but in the hands of a skilled weaver a simple willow basket becomes a truly beautiful statement. The artisan’s mastery is evident in thi...
Category
Chinese Rustic Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Willow, Fabric
Nias 'Kalabubu' Coconut & Brass Headhunter Necklace
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This 'Kalabubu' necklace, also known as the 'head-hunter' necklace made out of coconut and brass is the most important ornament for the men of Southern Nias Island, North Sumatra...
Category
Indonesian Tribal Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Brass
1925 Rare Rene Lalique Renaissance Blue Bracelet
By René Lalique
Located in Milan, IT
Rare blue bracelet R. Lalique, France 1925, signed by R. Lalique. The bracelet is in excellent condition.
Category
French Art Deco Vintage Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Glass
Old Weathered Hardwood Kuna Indian Abstract Figure, Panama, Ina Sua Wood
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Old well weathered hardwood Kuna Indian abstract figure, Panama, Provenance, old CA state collection. Body abstracted down to two forms for shoulders and hips, with small fine head....
Category
Panamanian Tribal Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood
French Art Deco Vintage Glass Hairdressing Salon Advertising Sign c.1930s Barber
Located in Bristol, GB
VINTAGE HAIRDRESSER’S ADVERTISING SIGN ‘JAQUES COIFFEUR HOMMES FILLETTES’
Reflective ribbed silver mirror encapsulated by black-backed glass reveals a reflective, eye-catching font ...
Category
French Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Steel
Mason Premier Grade Bluebill Drake, circa 1920
Located in Nantucket, MA
Antique Mason Premier Grade Bluebill Drake Decoy, circa 1920, having head with glass eyes and carved mandible, nares and nail on bill, attached to hollow carved two part body (seam i...
Category
American Folk Art Vintage Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Vintage Oushak Carpet, Handmade Oriental Rug, Pale Caramel, Coral Taupe, Gray
Located in Port Washington, NY
West Anatolia is one of the largest weaving regions in Turkey. Since the 15th century, Turkish rugs have always been on top of the list for having Fine oriental rugs. Measure: 5'3" x...
Category
Turkish Oushak Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wool
Beautiful Antique African Ewe Kente Cloth Textile 5'7" x 8'9"
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Antique African Ewe Kente Cloth Textile, Country of Origin: Africa, Circa Date: 1900
Category
Ghanaian Tribal Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Cotton
Pair of Mentawai Tribe Hand-Carved Wooden Bowls with Handles, c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
Crafted from ironwood these Mentawai tribal bowls feature handles and subtle wood detailing. Wonderful decorative bowls or table centrepieces certain to invoke conversation. The Ment...
Category
Indonesian Other Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Old and Well Used Luba Wood Medicine Mortar with Classic Face, DRC Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Old and well used Luba wood medicine mortar with classic carved Luba face, DRC Africa.
The mortar is heavily worn and polished outside from many years of use, and the inside shows de...
Category
Congolese Tribal Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood
A Table Mirror in Pine by a Swedish Cabinetmaker, Folk Art, Early 20th Century
Located in Odense, DK
This charming hexagon shaped table mirror in pine is a stunning example of Swedish Folk Art from the early 1900s. The mirror is crafted in solid...
Category
Swedish Primitive Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Pine
Aboriginal Carved Wood Woomera Australia Tribal Art Interior Design
Located in London, GB
Fine Large Aboriginal woomera carved in hard mulga wood with pleasing curved chip carved interior with gum handle and possum tooth barb
Beautiful p...
Category
Australian Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Hardwood
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