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 Century French Wooden Carousel Horse
Located in Cirencester, GB
We sourced this antique fairground horse from Versailles, France. Early 19th Century. A delightful and decorative carousel horse, which captures the whimsy and craftsmanship of a by...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Country Folk Art
Materials
Zinc
19th C Coffee Grinder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th C Coffee Grinder. Grinder is in good working condition.
Category
19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art
Materials
Metal, Iron
19Thc Schoharie County, New York Paint Decorated Blanket Chest
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Paint decorated blanket chest. Schoharie County, New York. Blue
paint with yellow, red black and green. Painted initials E.M.D. on
front. Dov...
Category
Early 19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art
Materials
Wood
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 Shaker Style Sugar Bucket from New England
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a Shaker style sugar bucket in fine condition with a minor age crack on the top but has been glued tight together long ago. The wire handle and co...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art
Materials
Wood
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
$495 / set
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
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
19th C Rare Center Square Amish Lancaster, Pennsylvania Quilt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare 19th C amazing colors center square with in a square Lancaster County, Pennsylvania all wool in fantastic colors & condition.These center square all wool Amish quilts are super ...
Category
19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art
Materials
Wool
19th Century Amish Hole in the Barn Door Quilt, Dated 1890
By Amish Quilts
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century very rare Holmes county Ohio Amish hole in the barn door quilt. This early and very rare all cotton quilt has a cheddar backing and ...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art
Materials
Cotton
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
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
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
$1,125 Sale Price / item
25% Off
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
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
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
19th Century Spongeware Cream Bowl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century spongeware cream bowl in good condition. This is an unusual form. The color is a lighter indigo blue.
Category
Mid-19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art
Materials
Pottery
19th Century Cowden & Wilcox Stoneware Crock with Grape Decoration
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This super rare and large four gallon 19th century decorated crock with exaggerated grapes design is in pristine condition. Cowden & Wilcox was a pottery company located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania in the 19th century. Its very rare as well to find this variety in such a large size and in pristine condition. This is a real collectors choice...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art
Materials
Pottery
Antique Oil Painting With Four Saints, Germany ca. 1920s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Oil Painting With Four Saints, Germany ca. 1920s
A great antique painting depicting the saints St. Elisabeth, St. Gregorius, St. Nikolaus and St. Barbara. Handpainted with e...
Category
Early 20th Century German Country Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Glass
19th C Geese Chase in Bars Quilt. Dated 1877
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th C Geese Chase in Bars Quilt. Dated 1877. This Quilt in Pristine Condition! In Never Used Condition.
Category
19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art
Materials
Cotton
19th Century Sponge Ware Pottery Serving Bowl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century sponge ware pottery bowl. The condition is very good. Great for serving berries or vegetables. Great size!
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art
Materials
Pottery
Antique Amish Bars Quilt Lancaster County, Pennsylvania
By Amish Quilts
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique Amish Bars quilt from Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. This quilt is from the 1930s wool and cotton sateen. The condition is very good with min...
Category
1930s American Vintage Country Folk Art
Materials
Wool
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
Patriotic Red, White and Blue Quilt Dated
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fun patriotic red, white and blue quilt is in very good with slit fade condition in areas. It had a paper label with a signature and dated 1986. Late b...
Category
Late 20th Century American Country Folk Art
Materials
Cotton
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
$3,100 / set
Rustic American Folk Clown Figure
Located in Queens, NY
Rustic American Country Folk Art painted wood clown figure with articulated limbs on a round base.
Category
20th Century American Country Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Early 19th Century N.E. Painted Child's Windsor Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early 19th century painted child's windsor chair in good condition. The chair has a second generation painted surface.
Category
Early 19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art
Materials
Pine
Large French Wicker Rooster, Circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Large French wicker rooster, Circa 1950.
Measures: Height / 19 inches.
Lenght / 23 inches.
Category
1950s French Vintage Country Folk Art
Materials
Wicker
Ohio Amish Ocean Waves Quilt
Located in Darnestown, MD
This is a very fine example of a classic Amish Ocean Waves quilt. The colors, quilting and condition make it a real stand out. The black background is cotton sateen giving a nice sh...
Category
1920s American Vintage Country Folk Art
Materials
Cotton
Early 20th C Ohio Amish Plain Quilt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine quilted Ohio Amish plain quilt is in a purple cotton and inner mint green borders.The quilting is very fine and the quilt is in pristine condition. Super rare colors and a ...
Category
1910s American Vintage Country Folk Art
Materials
Wool, Cotton
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
19th C Rag Balls and Handled Basket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th C Rag balls and 19th c basket with handles. From the Hess Estate Lancaster County, Pennsylvania.
Category
19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art
Materials
Wood
French Majolica Wire Basket Sarreguemines, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica wire basket Sarreguemines circa 1890.
"Aschbach pres Soultz Sous Foret"
signed Alsace Sarreguemines.
Category
1890s French Antique Country Folk Art
Materials
Wire
Original Painted Swan Iron Door Stop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This early 20th century original painted cast iron swan door stop. This has a old worn patina but is all original surface.
Category
Early 20th Century American Country Folk Art
Materials
Iron
Zabihi Collection American Hooked Zodiac Horoscope Vintage Square Rug
Located in New York, NY
a wild mid-20th century hooked rug featuring a zodiac horoscope pattern
Details
rug no. j4034
size 3' x 3' 2" (91 x 97 cm)
Category
Mid-20th Century American Country Folk Art
Materials
Jute
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
$1,125 Sale Price
25% Off
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
18th Century Hammered Copper Jug or Pitcher with Iron Loop Handle, French
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is an antique 18th century, French provincial, hammered copper jug or pitcher with an iron loop handle.
The jug or pitcher is all hand made with a hamm...
Category
18th Century French Antique Country Folk Art
Materials
Copper, Iron
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 Antique Quilt, Postage Stamp Nine Patch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This tiny postage stamp nine patch in a square quilt was found in Pennsylvania and is in very good condition. The back is a bars pattern in calico fabric.
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art
Materials
Cotton
19th Century Spongeware Butter Crock
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This handmade and painted butter crock was found in Pennsylvania and is in good condition with the exception of the old repairs to the lid. The base has n...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art
Materials
Pottery
Lone Star Quilt with Broderie Perse
Located in Darnestown, MD
Glorious is the best way to describe this lone star quilt with chintz border and applique (broderie perse). The colors are as vibrant as the day it was ...
Category
1830s American Antique Country Folk Art
Materials
Cotton
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
$3,920 Sale Price
30% Off
19th Century Jacquard Woven Coverlet with Fringe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This multicolored handwoven 19th century coverlet with the original fringe in fine condition.
Category
1860s American Antique Country Folk Art
Materials
Wool
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
Antique French Zinc Weathervane in Original Condition C1900's
Located in Chicago, 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
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
$1,295 / set
Trompe L'oeil Hyperrealism Oil Painting Abstract Surrealist Photo Realist Art
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Trompe L'oeil Hyperrealism oil painting abstract surrealist photo realist art of early country living.
This charming vintage trompe l’oeil scene i...
Category
20th Century Italian Country Folk Art
Materials
Wood
$1,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Wood Set of Dominoes
Located in Chicago, IL
This complete set of oversized carved wood dominoes is both fun and functional, perfect for family game nights or leisurely afternoons at your weekend retreat. Each domino is thought...
Category
Late 20th Century American Country Folk Art
Materials
Wood
$600 Sale Price
25% Off
Ohio Amish Double Wedding Ring Quilt
Located in Darnestown, MD
Double wedding ring was one of the most popular patterns of the 1920's and 30's. Almost always, it was done with pastel colors on a white ground.
...
Category
1920s American Vintage Country Folk Art
Materials
Cotton
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
Zabihi Collection Dazzling American Hooked Small Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century American Hooked Small Rug
Details
rug no. j4544
size 2' 4" x 5' 1" (71 x 155 cm)
Category
Mid-20th Century American Country Folk Art
Materials
Jute
19th Century Original Red Painted Child's Wheel Barrel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This original red painted metal children's wheel barrel has a wood insert and black and redwood painted handles. The tin and wire wheel is also original. ...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art
Materials
Metal
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
Folky Sun Bonnet Sue Applique Quilt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This finely quilted and appliqued Sun Bonnet Sues has a double border with a pink sateen binding and backing. The quilt is in pristine condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Country Folk Art
Materials
Cotton
Antique Primitive Folk Art Wood & Iron Childrens Sled Sleigh Toboggan 42"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique late 19th to early 20th century wooden children's Christmas winter sled with worn dark green paint, cut out handles, and iron runners.
Dimensions...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Country Folk Art
Materials
Iron
$460 Sale Price
20% Off
Zabihi Collection Choo Choo Train 20th Century American Hooked Pictorial Rug
Located in New York, NY
A 20th century pictorial rug with trains on a gray ground. The border has the exact date the rug was completed, the area, the name of the weaver, and the entire alphabet! It’s a conv...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Country Folk Art
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Jute
19th Century Blanket Chest in Original Comb Painted Surface
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This early finely paint decorated tall blanket chest is in fine condition. The tall lift top chest has two top false drawers and all original drawer...
Category
Early 19th Century American Antique Country Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Set of Two 19th Century Tuscany Earthenware Stoneware Pots Crocks, Italy
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful set of two Pottery jars or pots Italian, 19th century. Made during the 19th century in the south west part of Italy. Semi glazed terracotta. Found at an Antiques Market i...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Country Folk Art
Materials
Earthenware
American Hooked Duck Rug
Located in New York, NY
A handmade decorative American hooked rug from the middle of the 20th century with a few jolly ducks floating on a colorful striped field
The condition is really nice. No stains, no...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Country Folk Art
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Jute
$1,500
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.
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