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Style: Prehistoric
Large and Well-Preserved Neanderthal Stone Tool with Blue-White Patina and Old L
Large and Well-Preserved Neanderthal Stone Tool with Blue-White Patina and Old L

Large and Well-Preserved Neanderthal Stone Tool with Blue-White Patina and Old L

Located in London, GB

A beautifully preserved and notably large neanderthal stone tool, crafted by our early ancestors from a flint nodule. Almost ionic of the Neanderthals of the Middle Palaeolithic, thi...

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15th Century and Earlier French Antique Prehistoric Folk Art

Materials

Stone

Neolithic Axe Head with Cream-Grey Patina from Suffolk, England
Neolithic Axe Head with Cream-Grey Patina from Suffolk, England

Neolithic Axe Head with Cream-Grey Patina from Suffolk, England

Located in London, GB

A well-preserved and particularly fine example of the sophisticated Neolithic axes produced in the British Isles during this period. As one of the long...

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15th Century and Earlier British Antique Prehistoric Folk Art

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Stone

Exhibited and Published Palaeolithic Flint Handaxe, 700000-30000 BC
Exhibited and Published Palaeolithic Flint Handaxe, 700000-30000 BC

Exhibited and Published Palaeolithic Flint Handaxe, 700000-30000 BC

Located in London, GB

A finely worked exhibited and published hand axe, expertly fashioned from a flint core and representing one of the earliest forms of human technology. This elegant bifacial tool, cha...

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15th Century and Earlier French Antique Prehistoric Folk Art

Materials

Stone

Palaeolithic Stone Tool made by our Early Ancestors, c.300000 - 700000 BC
Palaeolithic Stone Tool made by our Early Ancestors, c.300000 - 700000 BC

Palaeolithic Stone Tool made by our Early Ancestors, c.300000 - 700000 BC

Located in London, GB

A carefully-crafted stone tool, a particularly fine example of the first human technology, skilfully knapped from a flint nodule between 300,000 and 700,000 years ago. This leaf-shap...

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15th Century and Earlier French Antique Prehistoric Folk Art

Materials

Stone

Neanderthal Stone Tool made from Multicoloured Jasper
Neanderthal Stone Tool made from Multicoloured Jasper

Neanderthal Stone Tool made from Multicoloured Jasper

Located in London, GB

This delicate blade was crafted by our early ancestors from a nodule of multicoloured jasper, almost iconic of the stone tools created in the area around Fontmaure, in France. With s...

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15th Century and Earlier Antique Prehistoric Folk Art

Materials

Stone

Neanderthal Stone Tool made from Yellow-Orange Jasper
Neanderthal Stone Tool made from Yellow-Orange Jasper

Neanderthal Stone Tool made from Yellow-Orange Jasper

Located in London, GB

A beautifully formed hand axe crafted in the Middle Palaeolithic by our early ancestors from a nodule of multicoloured jasper, and a particularly aesthetic example of the stone tools...

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15th Century and Earlier French Antique Prehistoric Folk Art

Materials

Stone

Sculptural Early Human Stone Tool, Neanderthal Hand Axe from Kent, England
Sculptural Early Human Stone Tool, Neanderthal Hand Axe from Kent, England

Sculptural Early Human Stone Tool, Neanderthal Hand Axe from Kent, England

Located in London, GB

A beautifully preserved stone axe, crafted by our early ancestors from a flint nodule. Almost ionic of the Neanderthals of the Middle Palaeolithic, this technology - known as Levallo...

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15th Century and Earlier English Antique Prehistoric Folk Art

Materials

Stone

Palaeolithic Flint Handaxe made by early hominins, c.300000 - 700000 BC
Palaeolithic Flint Handaxe made by early hominins, c.300000 - 700000 BC

Palaeolithic Flint Handaxe made by early hominins, c.300000 - 700000 BC

Located in London, GB

Title: Palaeolithic Flint Handaxe made by early hominins, c.300,000 - 700,000 BC A finely worked Palaeolithic hand axe, expertly fashioned from a flint core and representing one of t...

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15th Century and Earlier French Antique Prehistoric Folk Art

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Stone

Dramatically Sculptural Stone Tool Crafted by Early Humans, c. 600000 BC
Dramatically Sculptural Stone Tool Crafted by Early Humans, c. 600000 BC

Dramatically Sculptural Stone Tool Crafted by Early Humans, c. 600000 BC

Located in London, GB

A dramatically sculptural example of the earliest human technology, the Acheulan hand axe, discovered in Walcott, a mile from the famed Palaeolithic site of Happisburgh. During this ...

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15th Century and Earlier British Antique Prehistoric Folk Art

Materials

Stone

Antique African Neolithic Era Marble Bracelet
Antique African Neolithic Era Marble Bracelet

Antique African Neolithic Era Marble Bracelet

Located in Katonah, NY

:: Antique handmade African Neolithic era marble bracelet. These marble bracelets were hand carved in North Africa and likely used for currency. This piece is a unique collectible, w...

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15th Century and Earlier North African Antique Prehistoric Folk Art

Materials

Marble

Stone Tool Created by Neanderthal Man with Cream-Blue Cloud-Like Patina
Stone Tool Created by Neanderthal Man with Cream-Blue Cloud-Like Patina

Stone Tool Created by Neanderthal Man with Cream-Blue Cloud-Like Patina

Located in London, GB

A beautifully preserved Neanderthal stone tool, crafted by our early ancestors from a piece of flint. Sleek and streamlined, with a beautifully variegated patina on one side and a mo...

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15th Century and Earlier French Antique Prehistoric Folk Art

Materials

Stone

Antique African Neolithic Era Marble Bracelet
Antique African Neolithic Era Marble Bracelet

Antique African Neolithic Era Marble Bracelet

Located in Katonah, NY

:: Antique handmade African Neolithic era marble bracelet. These marble bracelets were hand carved in North Africa and likely used for currency. This piece is a unique collectible, w...

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15th Century and Earlier North African Antique Prehistoric Folk Art

Materials

Marble

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Set of Four 18th Century Blue and White Delft Tiles, 1780s
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Solid oak joint stool, great shape and beautiful color. This handcrafted joint stool seat is both rustic and stylish. It is an absolute joy to watch and to sit on. It is as stabile ...

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Nativity Engraved Stone Sculpture, Spanish Folk Art, Circa 1930
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Located in Barcelona, ES

Nativity Engraved Stone Sculpture made by unknown manufactured from Spain circa 1930 In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use.

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A simple and elegant Roman bronze hand mirror, late Republic Period, circa 1st century, Italy. The bronze mirror of simple form. The round face with a pierced border design. The openwork handle...

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Ancient Greek Red-Figure Pottery Hydria, Apulian, Circa 340-320 BC
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Ancient Greek Red-Figure Pottery Hydria, Apulian, Circa 340-320 BC

Located in London, GB

Provenance: With Charles Ede Limited, London, 1998 UK private collection acquired from the above in 2000 The Ancient Greek red-figured hydria (water jar) is from Apulia in the Gree...

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Neanderthal Yellow, Red and Purple Jasper Tools, 80, 000 BC
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Ancient European Bronze Age Spiral Fibula, 1000 BC
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Prehistoric folk art for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Prehistoric folk art for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 18th Century and Earlier, 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, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with marble, stone and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Prehistoric folk art made in a specific country, there are Africa, and North Africa pieces for sale on 1stDibs. 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 $720 and tops out at $720 while the average work can sell for $720.