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FOLK ART STYLE

Folk art is a genre of art that shares the creator’s traditions, offering not just an artistic display but an opportunity to learn about a culture. Antique, new and vintage folk art typically reflects a heritage or location. It can include utilitarian objects and handmade art as diverse as weather vanes, duck decoys, portraiture and paintings, carnival art and quilts.

Quilts are a quintessential part of American folk art but their roots are international, with quilting dating back to Ancient Egypt. The practice spread to Europe and was especially prominent in the Middle Ages, with one of the oldest surviving examples being the Tristan quilt made in Sicily in the 14th century. They were made as bedcovers and clothing, including as a layer for knights to wear beneath their armor. Native American folk art includes functional objects reflecting their heritage, such as baskets, textiles and wooden pieces.

Elsewhere, the vast range of work associated with Mexican folk art includes masks made by Mexican craftspeople for traditional celebrations and ceremonial dances. Mexican masks are part of the country’s folk-art traditions that go back thousands of years and play a role in festivals and theater.

Works in the folk art tradition are valuable because of the skills involved, like weaving, hand-carving wood and even stonework. Many folk artists are self-taught, while some train as apprentices within their community. By using available materials and taking a personal approach to their creations, artists ensure each piece is unique and conveys a story.

During the Great Depression, artistic materials in America were hard to come by, so artisans used discarded wood from cigar boxes and shipping crates to make highly stylized, notched pieces — most often picture frames and boxes — that are today sought after by collectors. This folk art style is called tramp art and was popular from roughly 1870 until the 1940s.

Folk art brings vibrant culture and traditions into your home. Browse an extensive collection of antique, new and vintage folk art on 1stDibs.

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Item Ships From: USA
Style: Folk Art
Early 19Thc Original Stenciled Hitchcock Child's Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19Thc Original stencil painted children's chair with original hand woven rush seat and in very sturdy condition.Fine undisturbed painted surface.
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Mid-19th Century American Antique Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Wood

Early 19Thc Original Stenciled Hitchcock Child's Chair
Early 19Thc Original Stenciled Hitchcock Child's Chair

Early 19Thc Original Stenciled Hitchcock Child's Chair

Green Painted Folk Art Swedish Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Green-painted Swedish chair, or stool with back, dating to 19th century. Constructed in pine circa 1860-1879. Green painted finish on upper part of chair is largely early, or origina...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Pine

Green Painted Folk Art Swedish Chair
Green Painted Folk Art Swedish Chair

Green Painted Folk Art Swedish Chair

Mid 20th Century Vintage Folk Art Found Objects Chair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Embrace the spirit of American folk art with this unique Vintage Chair crafted from found objects. Each piece tells a story, blending whimsy and heritage in a one-of-a-kind creation....
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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid 20th Century Vintage Folk Art Found Objects Chair
Mid 20th Century Vintage Folk Art Found Objects Chair

Mid 20th Century Vintage Folk Art Found Objects Chair

Primitive Swedish Pine Log Chair or Kubbestol
Located in Houston, TX
Primitive Swedish pine log chair, or kubbestol, from Dalarna circa 1770-1789. Flip-seat for storage inside chair. Steamed bentwood banding. Fine, dry pale patina. The flip-seat has b...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Brass

Primitive Swedish Pine Log Chair or Kubbestol
Primitive Swedish Pine Log Chair or Kubbestol

Primitive Swedish Pine Log Chair or Kubbestol

Daniel Mack Signed Stripped Bark Maple Stick Arm Chair
Located in Parkesburg, PA
Daniel Mack Signed Stripped Bark Maple Stick Arm Chair Folk Art - Adirondack Influenced - Stripped bark solid maple wood, hand rubbed natural finish. Inde...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Maple

Daniel Mack Signed Stripped Bark Maple Stick Arm Chair
Daniel Mack Signed Stripped Bark Maple Stick Arm Chair

Daniel Mack Signed Stripped Bark Maple Stick Arm Chair

Handwoven Tule Lounge Chair Made in Mexico from LUTECA
By Luteca Furniture
Located in New York, NY
From a craft object to relevant design, these special pieces that are made in Mexico, were created to add warmth and texture to your interior. Intended for indoor or covered outdoor use, they are a reminder of the incredible workmanship and know-how passed down through generations and generations, dating back as far as the Mayans. As well as fostering and adapting historical values and crafts, some of which are now almost extinct, the project is a cultural endeavor that combines the highest quality weaving skills of local master craftsmen with the preservation of endangered manufacturing technique that supports an entire village eco-system. In stock. Ships from Mexico...
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2010s Mexican Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Seagrass

Handwoven Tule Lounge Chair Made in Mexico from LUTECA
Handwoven Tule Lounge Chair Made in Mexico from LUTECA

Handwoven Tule Lounge Chair Made in Mexico from LUTECA

Set of Four 19th Century Primitive Swedish Folk Art Pine Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rustic set of four 19th century primitive country Swedish hand-carved folk art farmhouse chairs crafted from pine. The set features a well-worn and weathered patina with a gracefully...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Pine

Set of Four 19th Century Primitive Swedish Folk Art Pine Chairs
Set of Four 19th Century Primitive Swedish Folk Art Pine Chairs

Set of Four 19th Century Primitive Swedish Folk Art Pine Chairs

Pair of Small Early Painted Folk Art Chairs or Side Tables
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Set of Two Smaller Folk Art Chairs or Side Tables With Original Paint and Patina.
Category

Early 20th Century American Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Small Early Painted Folk Art Chairs or Side Tables
Pair of Small Early Painted Folk Art Chairs or Side Tables

Pair of Small Early Painted Folk Art Chairs or Side Tables

Unusual Primitive 19th Century Swedish Chair
Located in Mjöhult, SE
Unusual primitive and sculptural early 19th century Swedish / Scandinavian folk art chair. Ca 1800 Sweden.
Category

Early 19th Century Antique Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Pine

Unusual Primitive 19th Century Swedish Chair
Unusual Primitive 19th Century Swedish Chair

Unusual Primitive 19th Century Swedish Chair

1970’s Indian Tripod Female and Male Chairs
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of Indian hand carved and painted wood male and female chairs. This were purchased in India in the 1970’s. In beautiful original condition...
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1970s Indian Vintage Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Wood

1970’s Indian Tripod Female and Male Chairs
1970’s Indian Tripod Female and Male Chairs

1970’s Indian Tripod Female and Male Chairs

Pair of Studio Art Chairs in Carved Wood
Located in East Hampton, NY
This pair of hand crafted sculptural wood chairs feature 3 legs and extraordinary details to back rest and seat - SEE detail images and video provided. Architecturally wonderful! TH...
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1960s Bulgarian Vintage Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Studio Art Chairs in Carved Wood
Pair of Studio Art Chairs in Carved Wood

Pair of Studio Art Chairs in Carved Wood

19th C Childs Ladder Back Chair with Original Rush Seat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th C childs ladder back chair with original rush seat. The seat is so beautiful. Pristine condition.     
Category

19th Century American Antique Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

19th C Childs Ladder Back Chair with Original Rush Seat
19th C Childs Ladder Back Chair with Original Rush Seat

19th C Childs Ladder Back Chair with Original Rush Seat

Early 19th century Swedish Log Chair
Located in Mjöhult, SE
Vernacular early 19th century Swedish Folk Art log chair or “kubbestol” a provincial Scandinavian chair made from a log. Ca 1800 - 1820 Sweden.
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Wood

Early 19th century Swedish Log Chair
Early 19th century Swedish Log Chair

Early 19th century Swedish Log Chair

Set of 6 Swiss Handmade Farm House Carved Dining Chairs, Switzerland, 6 Pieces
Located in Madison, WI
Absolutely stunning RARE complete set of 6 Swiss Solid wood farm house traditional dining chairs. The chairs are handmade and display beau...
Category

1950s Swiss Vintage Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Set of 6 Swiss Handmade Farm House Carved Dining Chairs, Switzerland, 6 Pieces
Set of 6 Swiss Handmade Farm House Carved Dining Chairs, Switzerland, 6 Pieces

Set of 6 Swiss Handmade Farm House Carved Dining Chairs, Switzerland, 6 Pieces

19th C Original Painted Decorated Child's / Doll Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19Th C original painted child’s / dolls chair from Pennsylvania. The Chair is in Amazing Condition & Found in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Circa 1860. Fantastic Patina!
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19th Century American Antique Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Wood

19th C Original Painted Decorated Child's / Doll Chair
19th C Original Painted Decorated Child's / Doll Chair

19th C Original Painted Decorated Child's / Doll Chair

Swedish 19th Century Wooden Child's High Chair
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Swedish early 19th century wooden child's high chair.    
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Early 19th Century Scandinavian Antique Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Wood

Swedish 19th Century Wooden Child's High Chair
Swedish 19th Century Wooden Child's High Chair

Swedish 19th Century Wooden Child's High Chair

Set of Four 19th C Original Painted Pennsylvania Plank Bottom Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These chairs were found in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania and are in very good and sturdy condition. Beautiful set of four mauve colored hand painted plank bottom chairs...
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19th Century American Antique Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Tulipwood

Set of Four 19th C Original Painted Pennsylvania Plank Bottom Chairs
Set of Four 19th C Original Painted Pennsylvania Plank Bottom Chairs

Set of Four 19th C Original Painted Pennsylvania Plank Bottom Chairs

Hand Painted Feline Motif Upholstered Leopard Print Wood Chair in Green & Orange
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A whimsical hand painted wooden chair with upholstered leopard print cushion. The back of this piece is wood, with a stylized carved design in or...
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20th Century Portuguese Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Paint

Hand Painted Feline Motif Upholstered Leopard Print Wood Chair in Green & Orange
Hand Painted Feline Motif Upholstered Leopard Print Wood Chair in Green & Orange

Hand Painted Feline Motif Upholstered Leopard Print Wood Chair in Green & Orange

Scottish Horseshoe Back Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Scottish horseshoe-back chair, circa 1850-1870. This vernacular Windsor style stick-back chair from Argyll, Scotland, features pegged construction and remnants of original earthy red milk paint. Its seat is pine, legs and spindles are elm and the horseshoe back rail is yew wood. Originally created to function as a work or milking chair...
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Mid-19th Century Scottish Antique Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Paint, Yew, Pine, Elm

Scottish Horseshoe Back Chair
Scottish Horseshoe Back Chair

Scottish Horseshoe Back Chair

Armchair Captain's Chair Black Swedish 19th Century Sweden
Located in New York, NY
Armchair Captain's chair black Swedish 19th century Sweden. An armchair made during the end of 19th century. Painted in our signature Laserow Black.
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Wood

Armchair Captain's Chair Black Swedish 19th Century Sweden
Armchair Captain's Chair Black Swedish 19th Century Sweden

Armchair Captain's Chair Black Swedish 19th Century Sweden

Antoni Rzasa Polish Folk Art Carved Wood Chair
Located in New York, NY
Polish Folk Art carved and sculpted wood chair created by renown Polish artist and sculptor Antoni Rzasa (1919-1980). The chair features a carved back with a sculpted nude woman. The bottom of the seat features a 'made in Poland' stamp and the artist's carved signature, country of origin, and date of fabrication ('1958-1959'). During the 1960s, Antoni Rzasa was known as one of the most famous Polish sculptors. His sculptures are feature simple forms and a specific style inspired by Folk Art. His works are found in the collections of the National Museum in Warsaw, Kraków and Poznan, in the Polish Army...
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1950s Polish Vintage Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antoni Rzasa Polish Folk Art Carved Wood Chair
Antoni Rzasa Polish Folk Art Carved Wood Chair

Antoni Rzasa Polish Folk Art Carved Wood Chair

Rare Norwegian Kubbestol, circa 1850, Origin Telemark, Norway
Located in New York, NY
Rare Norweigen Kubbestol, circa 1850, origin: Telemark, Norway Rosemaling and acanthus carvings in this extraordinary Kubbestol indicate it is most likely from Telemark, Norway, a region known for this exact carving and painting. A Kubbestol is a traditional Scandinavian chair carved from a single log...
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19th Century Norwegian Antique Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Fir, Paint

Rare Norwegian Kubbestol, circa 1850, Origin Telemark, Norway
Rare Norwegian Kubbestol, circa 1850, Origin Telemark, Norway

Rare Norwegian Kubbestol, circa 1850, Origin Telemark, Norway

19th Century Handmade English Chess Carved Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This amazing handmade English chess chair is hand carved. The chair seat is hand webbing made from hemp. The hand carved figurines and hand carved signatu...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Wood, Hemp

19th Century Handmade English Chess Carved Chair
19th Century Handmade English Chess Carved Chair

19th Century Handmade English Chess Carved Chair

Early, Swedish Allmoge Poker / Stove Chair, Origin: Sweden, circa 1750
Located in New York, NY
Early, Swedish allmoge poker / stove chair, origin: Blekinge, Southern Sweden, circa 1750 Provenance: Private Manor House, Sweden These chairs were u...
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18th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Rush, Wood

Early, Swedish Allmoge Poker / Stove Chair, Origin: Sweden, circa 1750
Early, Swedish Allmoge Poker / Stove Chair, Origin: Sweden, circa 1750

Early, Swedish Allmoge Poker / Stove Chair, Origin: Sweden, circa 1750

American Folk Art Armchair
Located in Stockton, NJ
Very unique early 20th century American folk art chair made of reclaimed material. Fabulous patina to weathered frame.
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Wood

American Folk Art Armchair
American Folk Art Armchair

American Folk Art Armchair

Primitive Swedish Pine Log Chair from Dalarna
Located in Houston, TX
Primitive Swedish pine log chair from Dalarna dated 1760. Steamed bentwood banding. Fine, dry pale patina. Note: Original/early finish on antique and vintage metal will include some...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Pine

Primitive Swedish Pine Log Chair from Dalarna
Primitive Swedish Pine Log Chair from Dalarna

Primitive Swedish Pine Log Chair from Dalarna

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Folk Art chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique folk art chairs 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 chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, folk art, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, softwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Folk Art chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Sweden pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original chairs, popular names associated with this style include Bobby Falwell, and Luteca Furniture. 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 chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $390 and tops out at $12,400 while the average work can sell for $2,400.

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