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Country Folk Art

COUNTRY STYLE

Functional pieces made with local materials that can stand the test of time have defined antique and vintage country furniture around the world.

Country style has varied based on regional tastes, from French Country with tufted sofas and cane-framed beds to American Country with stately Windsor chairs and tables built of pine. Each is imbued with touches that are often described as rustic, a style that is inclusive of a range of decorating modes such as country and farmhouse. Exposed wood, traditional fabrics, natural colors and a sense of heritage through distressed surfaces and handcrafted design are all attributes of country-style interiors.

Country furniture and decor can encompass movements from across centuries that reflect rural life, such as French Provincial, which emerged in the 17th century, Black Forest, which became popular in early-19th-century Switzerland with sculptural furniture carved with animals and Adirondack style, with chairs that debuted in the United States in the early 20th century and became a rustic favorite.

The design of country-style furniture isn’t guided by fleeting trends or elite tastes. Sofas upholstered with animal hide, desks made of oak or pine that show off the grain of their material and dining room tables balanced on sturdy square legs are all popular examples of country furniture. Although the aesthetics of country furniture are eclectic, the pieces are unified by meticulous construction that favors utility over ornamentation.

Contemporary country interiors usually have muted palettes, with white walls and calming shades of blue, where heirloom pieces mingle with vintage baskets and gingham textiles. Unpretentious and timeless, country furniture adds warmth to any home, whether it’s a cabin in the woods or an urban loft apartment.

Find a collection of antique and vintage country tables, seating, decorative objects and more furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Country
19th C Applique Quilt from Pennsylvania
19th C Applique Quilt from Pennsylvania

19th C Applique Quilt from Pennsylvania

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19th C Applique quilt from Pennsylvania in good condition with swag floral border.This is quite unusual and unique.

Category

1860s American Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Cotton

Red Floral Painted Cabinet, 1790, Central Europe
Red Floral Painted Cabinet, 1790, Central Europe

Red Floral Painted Cabinet, 1790, Central Europe

Located in Vo', Veneto

Sideboard, antique Tyrolean red painted cabinet - 19th century, Central Europe Measures: H. 192 cm – L. 87 cm – P. 50 cm (82 cm to the frames) ...

Category

1780s Italian Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Fir

Framed Early 20th Century American Canada Goose Decoy
Framed Early 20th Century American Canada Goose Decoy

Framed Early 20th Century American Canada Goose Decoy

Located in Chicago, IL

This framed American 1940s Canada Goose decoy is a striking piece of functional folk art, beautifully preserved and presented. Originally crafted from waxed cardboard, the decoy was ...

Category

1940s American Vintage Country Folk Art

Materials

Paper

19th C Original Blue Painted Dolls Cradle from New England
19th C Original Blue Painted Dolls Cradle from New England

19th C Original Blue Painted Dolls Cradle from New England

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This fine handmade original blue/green doll cradle is in fine condition. It is a dry original first coat of paint and square nail construction. Fantastic f...

Category

19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Wood

19th Century Original Painted Iron Clown Bank
19th Century Original Painted Iron Clown Bank

19th Century Original Painted Iron Clown Bank

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This fun and folky original painted iron penny bank has the original painted surface in working condition. Put a penny in his hand and pull the lever for him to swallow the coin. The small tin...

Category

1890s American Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Iron

19th Century Original Painted Corner Cupboard from Pennsylvania, 2 Pcs
19th Century Original Painted Corner Cupboard from Pennsylvania, 2 Pcs

19th Century Original Painted Corner Cupboard from Pennsylvania, 2 Pcs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19th Century super rare original painted two-piece corner cupboard from Pennsylvania. Amazing dental crown molding and dovetailed case. This folky spotted undisturbed surface corner ...

Category

Early 19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Pine

19th Century Painted Metal Horse Head
19th Century Painted Metal Horse Head

19th Century Painted Metal Horse Head

Located in Austin, TX

Fine metal painted head horse on horseshoe, circa 1890.  

Category

1890s French Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Metal

Pair of Antique American Lightning Rods
Pair of Antique American Lightning Rods

Pair of Antique American Lightning Rods

Located in Hanover, MA

Sculptural pair of American lightning rods dating from the 1870's. They still maintain their original copper skin on its wrought iron twist rod staff wh...

Category

1870s American Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Copper, Wrought Iron

Zabihi Collection American Hooked Scenic Pictorial Rug
Zabihi Collection American Hooked Scenic Pictorial Rug

Zabihi Collection American Hooked Scenic Pictorial Rug

Located in New York, NY

A handmade decorative American hooked rug from the middle of the 20th century depicting a quiet little home on the prairie. The condition is really nice. No stains, no tears, has bee...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Country Folk Art

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Jute

19th C Bronze Horse Bookends, Pair
19th C Bronze Horse Bookends, Pair

19th C Bronze Horse Bookends, Pair

$396Sale Price / set|20% Off

19th C Bronze Horse Bookends, Pair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair 19th C bronze Horse bookends Measure 2 deep x 4.5 high x 5wide.

Category

19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Bronze

19th Century  Butter Churn Crock With Blue Decoration
19th Century  Butter Churn Crock With Blue Decoration

19th Century Butter Churn Crock With Blue Decoration

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This fine butter churn has the salt glaze and blue decoration with a number six on the face of the crock. It has the doubled handles in fine condition.

Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Pottery

19th Century Wooden Rocking Horse
19th Century Wooden Rocking Horse

19th Century Wooden Rocking Horse

$3,920Sale Price|30% Off

19th Century Wooden Rocking Horse

Located in Sheffield, MA

The 19th century charming and rustic rocking horse now mounted on two straight boards is made of handcrafted wood pieces cleverly assembled, and has a leather saddle, reins and stirrups. A great addition for those who collect Early American country antiques...

Category

Early 19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Antique French Zinc Weathervane in Original Condition C1900's
Antique French Zinc Weathervane in Original Condition C1900's

Antique French Zinc Weathervane in Original Condition C1900's

Located in Highwood, IL

Antique zinc weathervane that we believe probably came from France and was constructed around the turn of the century and by that we mean circa 1900. Completely original and unrestor...

Category

Early 1900s French Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Zinc

American Country Painted and Carved Wooden Rocking Horse
American Country Painted and Carved Wooden Rocking Horse

American Country Painted and Carved Wooden Rocking Horse

Located in Queens, NY

American Country (20th Century) carved and painted double sided rocking horse.

Category

20th Century American Country Folk Art

Materials

Paint, Wood

Zabihi Collection American Hooked Pictorial Rug
Zabihi Collection American Hooked Pictorial Rug

Zabihi Collection American Hooked Pictorial Rug

Located in New York, NY

Hooked rug made in a Boston house. Dating back to 1920. Depicting a lady spinning and weaving like the good ole days. Details rug no. r5863 size 2' 4" x 3' 3" (71 x 99 cm)

Category

20th Century Country Folk Art

Materials

Wool

Starburst Quilt
Starburst Quilt

Starburst Quilt

Located in Darnestown, MD

Dazzling is the best way to describe this large size Starburst quilt. The multiple rows repeat the same colors making for a very cohesive pattern. A printed paisley border blends per...

Category

1870s American Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Cotton

Pair of Antique French Sculptural Toleware Potted Floral Bouquets or Garnitures
Pair of Antique French Sculptural Toleware Potted Floral Bouquets or Garnitures

Pair of Antique French Sculptural Toleware Potted Floral Bouquets or Garnitures

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This pair of antique toleware bouquet sculptures are branded on the bases by an unknown maker, and date to approximately 1880 and originate from France. The bases are done in pine wi...

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Metal

19th Century Iron Humpty Dumpty Bank
19th Century Iron Humpty Dumpty Bank

19th Century Iron Humpty Dumpty Bank

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This fun bank was purchased out of a collection and has an aged patina and unpainted surface. The condition is very good.

Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Thomas Jefferson Crannock Carved Cane
Thomas Jefferson Crannock Carved Cane

Thomas Jefferson Crannock Carved Cane

Located in Darnestown, MD

Unique carved cane that chronicles the life and achievements of Thomas Jefferson. Among the carved words are "Thos. Jefferson of Va Born Apr 2,1743 Wa...

Category

19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Wood

19th C Berks County Pennsylvania School House Quilt
19th C Berks County Pennsylvania School House Quilt

19th C Berks County Pennsylvania School House Quilt

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19th C Berks County Pennsylvania school house quilt. Circa 1890. This quilt is folky and fun with rare colors. Pristine condition.

Category

19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Cotton

19th C Framed Fraktur Watercolor Painting
19th C Framed Fraktur Watercolor Painting

19th C Framed Fraktur Watercolor Painting

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful 19th C Fruktur by Martha Geist The poem on the Fruktur (watercolor) is re-written below. "If my name heaven is my station, This world is my habitation. Christ is my ...

Category

19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Wood

19th Century Original Painted Basket Iron Door Stop
19th Century Original Painted Basket Iron Door Stop

19th Century Original Painted Basket Iron Door Stop

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This fine cast iron door stop is in original painted surface and great condition. Really great paint. The basket is filled with vegetables and fruit.

Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Iron

19th Century Spongeware Pottery Lidded Container
19th Century Spongeware Pottery Lidded Container

19th Century Spongeware Pottery Lidded Container

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is quite rare a 19th century spongeware pottery lidded container or jar. The shape is most unusual and condition is very good.

Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Late 19th Century Original Painted Tin Tulips in Basket Planter
Late 19th Century Original Painted Tin Tulips in Basket Planter

Late 19th Century Original Painted Tin Tulips in Basket Planter

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is the most unusual metal Folk Art arrangement of flowers in a urn in the form of a basket planter. The condition is very good. Great look on a mantel or bookshelf. Wonderful ol...

Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Metal

19th Century French Pottery Cider Bottle from Normandy
19th Century French Pottery Cider Bottle from Normandy

19th Century French Pottery Cider Bottle from Normandy

Located in Austin, TX

French pottery cider bottle from Normandy, end of 19th century. 13 bottles available, sold separately. Different sizes.

Category

1880s French Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Pottery

Whimsical Appliqued Table Mat with Animals
Whimsical Appliqued Table Mat with Animals

Whimsical Appliqued Table Mat with Animals

Located in Darnestown, MD

This appliqued table mat may have been made for a child but it can certainly please any adult. Next to each letter is an animal or vignette whose first letter is shown next to it. For instance, next to the letter C is the cow jumping over the moon...

Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Wool, Cotton

19th C Mini Pieced Birds in Flight Quilt
19th C Mini Pieced Birds in Flight Quilt

19th C Mini Pieced Birds in Flight Quilt

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19th C Birds in Fight Quilt From Lancaster County Pennsylvania Very Finely Quilted and Piece Work. Amazing Construction. Note: Minor Color Lifts in Brown Blocks

Category

19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Cotton

Zabihi Collection American Hooked Duck Rug
Zabihi Collection American Hooked Duck Rug

Zabihi Collection American Hooked Duck Rug

Located in New York, NY

A handmade mini-size American hooked rug from the middle of the 20th century showing a duck Measures: 2' x 2'6''.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Country Folk Art

Materials

Wool, Jute

19th Century Original Painted Lard Bucket
19th Century Original Painted Lard Bucket

19th Century Original Painted Lard Bucket

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This 19th century lard bucket in original blue and grey painted surface is in fine as found condition. The lid is stamped P.Square Pure Lard Co. under the painted surface. Fantastic ...

Category

1890s American Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Boxwood

19th Century Original Surface Pueblo Child's Chair
19th Century Original Surface Pueblo Child's Chair

19th Century Original Surface Pueblo Child's Chair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19th century original old surface child's chair from the Pueblo in New Mexico. The construction is mortised on all sides.

Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Collection of Seven 19th Century Flo-Blue Spinach Leaf
Collection of Seven 19th Century Flo-Blue Spinach Leaf

Collection of Seven 19th Century Flo-Blue Spinach Leaf

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of seven flow blue collection in mint condition and hand-painted. This is a real find and great colors. Mush cup and saucer measure - Mush cup - 6 inches x 5 inches x 3.5 in...

Category

Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Porcelain

American Folk Art Painted Iron Sailor Decoration
American Folk Art Painted Iron Sailor Decoration

American Folk Art Painted Iron Sailor Decoration

Located in Queens, NY

American Country (19/20th Century) Folk Art sculpture of a painted and decorated sailor holding two flags mounted on an iron balance beam.

Category

19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Metal

19th Century Painted Apothecary Chest with Removable Locking Doors
19th Century Painted Apothecary Chest with Removable Locking Doors

19th Century Painted Apothecary Chest with Removable Locking Doors

Located in Nantucket, MA

Thirty drawer 19th century apothecary chest in green paint, having seven rows of four drawers above a pair of drawers. The green painted drawers with red painted pulls and framing al...

Category

Mid-19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Schoolhouse Quilt
Schoolhouse Quilt

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

Early 20th Century American Country Folk Art

Materials

Cotton

20th Century Handmade Quilt
20th Century Handmade Quilt

20th Century Handmade Quilt

$716Sale Price|20% Off

20th Century Handmade Quilt

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This streak of lighting quilt is in brown calico fabric. This condition is very good.

Category

1940s American Vintage Country Folk Art

Materials

Cotton

Zabihi Collection Brown Turkish Room Vintage Rug
Zabihi Collection Brown Turkish Room Vintage Rug

Zabihi Collection Brown Turkish Room Vintage Rug

Located in New York, NY

mid 20th Century Turkish Kars rug Details rug no. j3599 size 7' x 12' 10" (213 x 391 cm)

Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Country Folk Art

Materials

Wool

19th Century Spongeware Salt Crock with Bail Handle
19th Century Spongeware Salt Crock with Bail Handle

19th Century Spongeware Salt Crock with Bail Handle

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This fine example of unusual spongeware is in good condition with the original metal handle. The lid is also original to the piece.

Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Pottery

Spirit of St Louis  Lindbergh Airplanes Quilt
Spirit of St Louis  Lindbergh Airplanes Quilt

Spirit of St Louis Lindbergh Airplanes Quilt

Located in Darnestown, MD

In May, 1927, Charles Lindbergh was the first to fly solo across the Atlantic He went from New York to Paris in 33 hours. Quiltmakers were inspired...

Category

1920s American Vintage Country Folk Art

Materials

Cotton

Mennonite Original Pattern Quilt
Mennonite Original Pattern Quilt

Mennonite Original Pattern Quilt

Located in Darnestown, MD

This original pattern Mennonite quilt most closely resembles the Philadelphia Pavement pattern. The use of entirely solid colors changes the look consi...

Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Cotton

Architectural Wood Decoration, circa 1890
Architectural Wood Decoration, circa 1890

Architectural Wood Decoration, circa 1890

Located in Austin, TX

Antique architectural oakwood element nicely carved with leaves on wood pedestal, circa 1890.

Category

1890s French Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Signed and Dated 1939 Amish Double Wedding Ring Quilt
Signed and Dated 1939 Amish Double Wedding Ring Quilt

Signed and Dated 1939 Amish Double Wedding Ring Quilt

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This very rare Holmes County, Ohio Amish double wedding ring is signed and dated 1937 and in very good condition. The quilting and piecing is very ...

Category

1930s American Vintage Country Folk Art

Materials

Cotton

19Thc Spatter Ware Tea Pot
19Thc Spatter Ware Tea Pot

19Thc Spatter Ware Tea Pot

$716Sale Price|20% Off

19Thc Spatter Ware Tea Pot

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19Thc blue & white spatter ware soft paste teapot in fine condition. These are very rare and very hard to find.

Category

1810s American Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Pottery

19th C Buttock Baskets from Pennsylvania, Pair
19th C Buttock Baskets from Pennsylvania, Pair

19th C Buttock Baskets from Pennsylvania, Pair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19th C buttock baskets from Pennsylvania - pair rounded square basket measures -12.5 x 16 x 11.5 Smaller buttocks basket measures - 14 x 13 x 12.

Category

19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Hemp

American Hooked Horse Rug
American Hooked Horse Rug

American Hooked Horse Rug

Located in New York, NY

A handmade American hooked rug from the middle part of the 20th century depicting a horse on a mint green background. Condition is really nice. No stains, no tears, has been professi...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Country Folk Art

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Jute

Collection of Three 19th Century Sponge Ware Pottery Butter Crocks
Collection of Three 19th Century Sponge Ware Pottery Butter Crocks

Collection of Three 19th Century Sponge Ware Pottery Butter Crocks

Located in Los Angeles, CA

These three different sponge ware Butter crocks are in good condition with minor repairs to the lids as found in collection. Sold as a group.

Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Pottery

Spanish American War Quilt
Spanish American War Quilt

Spanish American War Quilt

Located in Darnestown, MD

This patriotic quilt was made to commemorate the Spanish American War that took place for 10 weeks in 1898. The main issue was Cuban independence from Spain....

Category

1890s American Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Cotton

Original Painted Carved Rocking Horse from Sweden, circa 1900's
Original Painted Carved Rocking Horse from Sweden, circa 1900's

Original Painted Carved Rocking Horse from Sweden, circa 1900's

Located in Round Top, TX

It is the worn look that creates the wonderful appeal of this original painted and carved rocking horse from Sweden. The brown/brick red paint has been distressed through years of us...

Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Country Folk Art

Materials

Leather, Pine, Paint

19th Century English G. J. Lines Nursery Rocking Horse
19th Century English G. J. Lines Nursery Rocking Horse

19th Century English G. J. Lines Nursery Rocking Horse

By G & J Lines

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Wonderful 19th Century nursery rocking horse by G. J. Lines. This charming horse features a wonderfully detailed head, with a dished face and flared nostrils. He retains hi...

Category

19th Century English Antique Country Folk Art

Materials

Pine

Country folk art for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Country folk art for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage folk art created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include folk art, rugs and carpets, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Country folk art made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Europe pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original folk art, popular names associated with this style include Amish Quilts, M. MacLoughlin, Adams, and American Flag & Banner Co.. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for folk art differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $80 and tops out at $39,000 while the average work can sell for $1,024.