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Style: Primitive
Pre-Columbian Hand Painted Narino Bowl Colombia
Located in Washington, DC
Fine Pre-Columbian Narino footed bowl from the highlands of Columbia, circa 1250-1500 AD. Desirable polychrome bowl would make a great addition to any pre-Columbian collection. Au...
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15th Century and Earlier Colombian Antique Primitive Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Ceramic

Archery Hunting Arrow Set Four Arrows Leather Quiver Case Collectible
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Arrow set and quiver leather case historical collectible piece Includes four arrows Measures: arrow 16 long x 23.5 x 2.25 diameter Original vintage condition and presentation See our...
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Early 20th Century American Primitive Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Torajan War Vest on Stand
Located in Savannah, GA
A Torajan war vest on custom iron stand, Sulawesi, Indonesia, first half of 20th century. 20 inches wide by 8 inches deep by 60 inches tall vest: 19 inches wide by 4 inches deep ...
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Primitive Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Antique Canadian Country Primitive Wooden Colonial Spinning Wheel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Canadian Country Primitive Wooden Colonial Spinning Wheel. Item features 22" diameter spinning wheel, working foot pedal, signed "made in Canada" to underside, great patina s...
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Early 20th Century Canadian Primitive Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

Antique American Primitive Colonial Wooden Country Spinning Wheel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique American Primitive Colonial Wooden Country Spinning Wheel Item features 46" Diameter wheel, solid wood construction, beautiful woodgrain, very nice antique item, quality Amer...
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19th Century Unknown Antique Primitive Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

Vintage American Made Antique Wooden Snow Sled Toboggan
Located in Oakville, CT
Original, Vintage, American Made, Wooden Snow Sled / Toboggan. Bring the whole gang with you on this sleigh ride! The seat is 142" long with the original p...
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20th Century American Primitive Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

19th Century Hand Carved Wood Large Scale Indian Figurene
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very unique figure of man with worn details and faded polychrome. Signs of heavy deterioration over the years. A curiosity/collectors piece. Please see detailed photos for c...
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19th Century Indian Antique Primitive Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood, Paint

Early Key Trade Sign
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is an early zink 3D skeleton key with some original paint. I'm guessing it date to the late 1800s. It measures an impressive 6 foot.
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Late 19th Century American Antique Primitive Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Vintage Texas Cowboy Hand Wrought Cattle Branding Iron
Located in Stamford, CT
Here it is, that unique gift you have been looking for for the cowboy or cowgirl in your life. A genuine vintage Texan wrought iron cattle branding iron. ...
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Early 20th Century American Primitive Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Carved Wooden Cart Wheel
Located in Calgary, Alberta
Substantial antique carved wooden wheel on iron stand. Wonderful primitive decorator's item.
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19th Century Indian Antique Primitive Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Iron

Vintage Wooden Factory Racing Car Art Toy Mold / Pattern
Located in Oakville, CT
Vintage wooden factory car mold / pattern. Stamped "GS P7 -20-27".
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Early 20th Century North American Primitive Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

Early 19th-Century Jewish Wall Double Candle Holder with Deer Motif
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite early 19th-century Jewish double wall candle holder is crafted from wood and bronze, embodying a fine example of traditional Judaica craftsmanship. The piece features ...
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Early 19th Century Polish Antique Primitive Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Bronze

Antique New World Carved And Painted Wood Santos Of S. Pedro
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A carved wood figure of a New World Saint labeled S. Pedro (i.e. San Pedro) with some of the original dark green paint preserved. It is labeled on the front. The figure would have ha...
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Late 19th Century Antique Primitive Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

Primitive Antique Farmhouse Pine Butter Churn Milk Bucket Wood Barrel Cannister
Located in Dayton, OH
A large primitive pine butter churn. Features a removable lid and braided wicker accents. A neat addition to any farmhouse setting. Dimensions: 31" x 22" x 18"
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Early 20th Century Primitive Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wicker, Pine

Antique Borneo Ironwood Sea Salvaged Ceremonial Wedding Paddle Art Sculpture
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Antique ocean salvage Dayak Ironwood canoe paddle from East Kalimantan, Borneo. Carved from one piece of Ironwood, Kayu Belian, a very hard dense wood. This paddle takes weeks to make by hand. Also called a wedding paddle. It is tradition that the groom...
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19th Century East Asian Antique Primitive Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

Religious Polychrome Santos Wood Carving
Located in San Diego, CA
An early polychrome religious santos carving, circa 1800s. The piece is hand carved in a soft wood with original paint and polychrome finish on a wood...
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19th Century Spanish Antique Primitive Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Softwood

A Unique Pair of 18th-Century Polish Brass Candle Holders
Located in New York, NY
This pair of primitive 18th-century Polish brass candle holders originates from the Jewish shtetls of Eastern Europe, where they were used for Sabbath and holiday observances. Crafte...
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Late 18th Century Polish Antique Primitive Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Antique Civil War Era Leg Brace or Splint with Metal, Brass & Wood Construction
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique Civil War era primitive leg brace or splint is unsigned, but presumed to have been made in the United States in circa 1860. The brac...
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Mid-19th Century American Antique Primitive Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass, Cut Steel

19th Century Carved Indian Carnival God Figure, Polychrome Paint on Stand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Interesting 19th century carved figure with polychrome decoration. Unique coloration and dance position with arm raised. Considerable losses consistent with age, but flaking seems ...
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19th Century Indian Antique Primitive Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood, Paint

18th-Century Polish Candle Holders – Primitive Judaica with Silvering Remnants
Located in New York, NY
This rare and authentic pair of 18th-century Polish candle holders embodies the rustic yet deeply symbolic craftsmanship of Jewish shtetls in Eastern Europe. Made of brass with trace...
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Late 18th Century Polish Antique Primitive Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Late 18th Century Earthenware Hanukkah Lamp, Djerba, Tunisia
Located in New York, NY
A rare, late 18th century earthenware Hanukkah lamp from Djerba, Tunisia. Rectangular in shape, the Hanukkah lamp is supported by two legs. The oil fonts take the form of eight small recesses, with pinched edges on one side for wicks. Apparently, a servant light (now missing) was placed in the upper part of the lamp. This is a particularly rare and early specimen. In all likelihood, this model – undocumented in the literature – represents a missing link between the stone lamps used in North Africa and the more familiar earthenware lamps of Tunisia, which are generally glazed in a greenish hue (in similar fashion to the present lamp). But in the latter group, the oil fonts are elevated, that is, supported on top of small columns, and are similar in design to ancient earthenware...
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Late 18th Century Tunisian Antique Primitive Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Earthenware

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Vintage hand-painted Jesus vase
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Antique Hammond's 6-Inch Terrestrial Globe on Stand
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Offered here for your consideration is, A fine antique 6-inch terrestrial globe. Additional Details: By C.S. Hammond & Co. The globe likely dates from 1927 to 1930 due to the ...
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Coastal Natural Brunch Coral Specimen on Stand
Located in Boca Raton, FL
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Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Set of Antique French Hardwood Skittles and Ball
Located in Calgary, Alberta
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Antique Farnham Spinning Wheel, Signed, 19thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
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1950s Italian Alabaster / Stone Fruit Georgia Peach Half Bookends - Pair
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Located in San Diego, CA
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Kota Bird Head Ceremonial Throwing Knife
Located in Stamford, CT
A Kota style 'Bird-head' ceremonial throwing knife, of classic form, with pierced triangular 'eye', the grip and spur bound with brass. Intricate geometric incised decoration to various parts of the shaft and blade, the blade emerging from a slightly curved wire-wrapped handle. Gabon. A wonderful abstract sculpture. Professionally mounted on a black steel base. 16 inches high 11 wide 4 deep Often called a "bird head" knife for its resemblance to the African Hornbill...
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Located in Doylestown, PA
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Find a broad range of unique Primitive collectibles and curiosities 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 collectibles and curiosities created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, decorative objects, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Primitive collectibles and curiosities made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Asia 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 collectibles and curiosities differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $235 and tops out at $54,032 while the average work can sell for $973.

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