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Style: Tribal
Early 20th Century Shona Female Caryatid Stool, Zimbabwe
Located in London, GB
Supporting the flat, circular seat of this early twentieth-century stool from the Shona culture in Zimbabwe is a figurative sculpture of a sturdy-bodied female. The figure is depicte...
Category
Early 20th Century Zimbabwean Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Hardwood
Pair of Gros – Point Stitched Panels Representing Orientalist Scenes
Located in Antwerp, BE
A pair of gros – point stitched panels representing orientalist scenes: One with a tiger hunt and the other with a battle scene, both in a setting of tropical vegetation on a black g...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$1,140 Sale Price / item
65% Off
Collection of Dagari Spirit Figures From Burkina Faso
Located in Hudson, NY
This impressive collection of four carved wood figures are from the landlocked African country of Burkina Faso. This nation bordered by 6 other countries ...
Category
1930s Burkinabe Vintage Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Wood
African Textile Showa Kuba also for Backrest Cover
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Vintage African Kuba textile, suitable for a modern wall panel, on a long table or to make pillows.
Handwoven and hand-dyed raffia fabric -
An IDEA: ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Congolese Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Raffia
Unreal Antique Halvai Kurdish Tribal Gallery Carpet, c. 1910's
Located in Milwaukee, WI
Unreal Antique Halvai Kurdish Tribal Rug Rare Size Spectacular Colors
About: One of One - Did you read that size?? Look at that funky "art-deco" Boteh and Interlockinng motifs run...
Category
20th Century Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Wool
Aboriginal Painting on Hollow Log
By Hamish Karrkarrhba
Located in Atlanta, GA
Artist: Hamish Karrkarrhba.
Year of birth: 1968.
Nationality: Australian.
Region: West Central Arnhem Land.
Language group: Kuninjku.
Medium: Wood and ochre paint.
Measurement:...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Blue and Green Wool Persian Gabbeh Carpet with Geometric Pattern 3' x 4'
Located in New York, NY
With a green and blue geometric design, this patterned Persian Gabbeh carpet measures 2’7” x 4’ and is in new condition. Belonging to the Orley Shabahang World Market Collection, thi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Persian Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Wool
Long Muted Distressed Tribal Antique Rug
Located in Milwaukee, WI
Long Muted Antique Runner Beautiful Distressed Tribal Antique Rug ~ 3 x 18.8
About: Very pretty rug with a subtle look but an impossible to ignore beauty! The size alone will stop...
Category
1940s Vintage Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Wool
Hand-Carved & Painted Wooden Tribal Mask
Located in Miami, FL
A hand-carved, hand-painted wooden tribal mask.
Hand-carved and painted this decorative mask that would look great in a western or country themed ...
Category
20th Century American Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
Pair of Papua New Guinea "Yam Festival" Masks
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Papua New Guinea yam festival masks from the mid 20th century. These vintage ceremonial masks, also referred to as a baba mask, originate from the Abelam people, along the ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Papua New Guinean Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Iron
$5,620 / set
Cool & Earthy Mystical Village Tribal Rug
Located in Milwaukee, WI
Nepolean Cool & Earthy Mystical Village Tribal Rug
About: One of the more beautiful, charming, and mystical pieces we have in our entire collection. This unusual color palette of a ...
Category
1920s Vintage Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Wool
Saffron & Midnight Blue Antique Kurdish Rug, c. 1930's
Located in Milwaukee, WI
Unusual Saffron & Midnight Blue Antique Kurdish Rug Mystical Moody Tribal Beauty
About: There's something just Very Mystical about this piece - I'm not sure if it's the combination...
Category
20th Century Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Wool
African sculpture Kanuri-Hausa Headdress, "burtu" Kanuri-Hausa, Nigeria
Located in Paris, FR
Kanuri-Hausa Headdress, "burtu" Kanuri-Hausa, Nigeria
Headdress, "burtu Kanuri-Hausa, Nigeria wood leather horn. H 42 cm. Provenance : - Swedish private...
Category
Mid-20th Century Nigerian Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Leather, Wood
Aboriginal Contemporary Fiber Art Camp Dog
By Yolanda Rostron
Located in Atlanta, GA
Aboriginal fiber art camp dog, known as Jamu.
Artist: Yolanda Rostron.
Year of birth: 1979.
Nationality: Australian.
Region: South Central Arnhem Land.
Language group: Rembarrng...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Natural Fiber
Palace Size HALVAI BIDJAR Nomadic Masterpiece COCOON TO BUTTERFLY STORYLINE
Located in Milwaukee, WI
Halvai Bidjar Palace Size Tribal Rug Nomadic Masterpiece in Navy, Salmon, Beige Colors
About this rug: There is nothing like this anywhere in the wor...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Antique Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Wool
Lao Tribal Pha Hom Blanket
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite Antique Laos Tribal Pha Hom Blanket. Very Specific and with this age quite rare. Pha Hom blanket used for healing and comforting. This Pha Hom Blanket is true to its...
Category
Early 1900s Laotian Antique Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Cotton
Nightscape Depths Deep Blue & Navy 270x360 cm Hand Knotted Rug
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
Our Savana collection presents this hand knotted beauty, a captivating embodiment of traditional Persian design, showcasing the timeless appeal of intricate patterns and rich hues. R...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Wool
African Currency, Thoung Knife
Located in Dallas, TX
Most forms were developed from traditional metal objects that were already in use such as weapons, tools, bracelets and anklets. While some continued to be functional for work or dec...
Category
15th Century and Earlier African Antique Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Metal
Abelam "Yam Festival" Mask on Stand from Papua New Guinea
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Papua New Guinea yam festival mask of a horn-billed bird from the mid-20th century. This vintage ceremonial mask, also referred to as a baba mask, originates from the Abelam people...
Category
Mid-20th Century Papua New Guinean Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Iron
Beninese Bronze and Rope Bust
Located in Miami, FL
Created in Benin some time during the late 19th Century, and acquired at the Albert F. Gordon Tribal Arts Gallery in New York in the early 1970s, this is a bronze cast bust embellish...
Category
Late 19th Century Beninese Antique Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Bronze
Blooming Veil Antique White & Ombre Blue 270x360 cm Hand Knotted Rug
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
This handcrafted piece from our Far East collection is a stunning testament to the fusion of traditional craftsmanship and contemporary aesthetics. With its blooming design and exqui...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Giraffe Iron Sculpture, with Use of Tools and Other Objects C20
Located in Coimbra, PT
Giraffe by José Jerónimo single piece of art
Iron sculpture with use of tools and other objects
Signed
Measures: 81 x 41 x 15 cm.
Private collection.
Category
Late 20th Century Ivorian Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Metal, Iron
Honeyed Euphoria Apricot & Medium Gold 300x420 cm Hand Knotted Rug
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
Elevate your living space with the enchanting allure of this carpet from our Savana collection. At first glance, it draws your eyes to its subtle color scheme – a harmonious blend of...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Wool
Mysterious Dated Tribal Antique Rug
Located in Milwaukee, WI
Prince Mysterious Dated Tribal Antique Rug
About: Super mysterious antique rug woven in the villages of the epicenter of rug weaving. such a bold piece...
Category
20th Century Tribal Folk Art
Tribal Chair from Nigeria
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A low slung African stargazer chair carved from one piece of wood, having three (3) legs.
Category
Early 20th Century African Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Exploratory Medieval Blue & Thyme 240x300 cm Handknotted Rug
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
Where do timeless traditions meet the spirit of exploration? This exquisite, hand-knotted rug by is a captivating answer. Drawing inspiration from the artistic heritage of diverse cu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Wool
Palace Heirloom Medium Ivory & Royal Gold 180x270 cm Handknotted Rug
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
Step back in time with this exquisite hand-knotted rug, a masterpiece crafted. Drawing inspiration from the rich tapestry of oriental design, this rug features intricate floral motif...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Wool
Pair of Carved Wood Catfish Head Boat Prows on Custom Stands--New Guinea
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of carved wood catfish head boat prows from Papua New Guinea. This pair of mid-20th century Papua New Guinean boat prows has been carved out of wood and features the head of a...
Category
20th Century Papua New Guinean Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Iron
Herringbone Haven Sea Green & Graphite 240x300 cm Handknotted Rug
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
Embrace the minimalist aesthetic with this hand-knotted rug, a testament to the power of clean lines and geometric patterns. The sea green ground color, reminiscent of tranquil water...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Wool
Blooming Antiquity Medium Ivory & Ebony 180x270 cm Handknotted Rug
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
Step back in time and experience the enduring beauty of traditional craftsmanship with this exquisite hand-knotted rug. This rug is a testament to generations of skilled artisans, me...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Wool
Mystic Bloom Light Turquoise & Light Turquoise 300x420 cm Hand Knotted Rug
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
Traditional floral rug patterns have long been celebrated for their timeless beauty and intricate designs, offering cultural heritage to any space. This exclusive handmade carpet fro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Wool
Zapotec Handwoven Natural Dyed Hanging Feather Rug Made in Oaxaca Mexico
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
The rescue of Zapotec roots, the preservation of textile traditions and teaching are currently the occupations of Roman Gutiérrez, renowned master weaver of Oaxaca, a state that owns...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Textile, Wool, Feathers
$2,880 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Jaipur Rugs 8X10 Feet Hand Knotted Carpet Wool Beige & Brown Transitional Rug
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
Embark on a journey through cultures with us, Transitional Hand-Knotted Rug, a tribute to primitive art worldwide. Meticulously crafted by the most skilled artisans, this masterpiece...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Wool
Lovely Multicoloured Vintage Geometric Kilim Aztec Rug
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely Vintage Kilim Turkish rug.
We have lightly restored this by giving it a hand clean all over, hand waxed and hand polishing.
Dime...
Category
20th Century British Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Fabric
Dated Minimal Tribal Beauty Antique Rug, 1954
Located in Milwaukee, WI
Benny Dated Minimal Antique Tribal Beauty
About: The mystique of dated tribal rugs, mmmm you gotta love it! Why did the weaver date their art? Did they intent on it transcending for...
Category
20th Century Tribal Folk Art
Early 20th Century, Large Terracotta Vessel, Spiked Vase African Pottery, Lobi
Located in Göteborg, SE
Beautiful large African urn in terracotta made by the Lobi people of Burkina Faso.
This urn is very decorative with a small figure sitting on the lid. The urn is 81 cm high and 45 c...
Category
Early 20th Century Burkinabe Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Terracotta
Tunisian Embroidered Pillow
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Rare vintage Tunisian embroidered pillow (only ONE), to combine with old Tunisian tissue or carpet LU1379213196871 or LU1379213196841 -
SN/FS.
Category
Mid-20th Century Tunisian Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Wool
$712 / set
Tribal Stool from Africa
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A large scale, hand carved and silver painted Ashanti tribal stool. Likely painted silver in the 1920s to compliment metallic trend of the Art Dec...
Category
Early 20th Century Ghanaian Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
$4,800
Set of Two Original painted African Tribal Carved and Painted Art Pieces
Located in Markington, GB
Set of two African tribal carved out of solid wood and painted art pieces.
Category
1980s African Vintage Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Wood
$826 Sale Price / set
40% Off
Full Pile Vintage Navy Tribal Rug Mat, c. 1950's
Located in Milwaukee, WI
Beautiful Full Pile Vintage Navy Tribal Rug Mat
About: Lovely piece, lThis rug is also available with a custom cut pad (sold separately).ots of personality and beauty with Plush ful...
Category
20th Century Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Wool
Bygone Ballad Soft Gray & Soft Gray 180x270 cm Handknotted Rug
By JAIPUR RUGS
Located in Milano, IT
Can a rug whisper stories of the past? This hand-knotted masterpiece from certainly can. Crafted in the traditional oriental style, it features a timeless dance of floral motifs, met...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Wool
Moody Navy, Spring Green & Camel Over-sized Runner, c.1940's
Located in Milwaukee, WI
Moody Navy, Spring Green & Camel Over-sized Runner
About: Absolutely stunning over-sized long tribal runner that has so many unusual and noteworthy elements it's not even funny! Fir...
Category
20th Century Tribal Folk Art
Materials
Wool
Tribal folk art for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Tribal folk art for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, 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, decorative objects, rugs and carpets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Tribal folk art made in a specific country, there are Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original folk art, popular names associated with this style include Berber Tribes of Morocco, Yoruba People, Baule Tribe, and Benin People. 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 $95 and tops out at $104,031 while the average work can sell for $1,853.
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