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Folk Art Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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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Style: Folk Art
19th Century Original Painted Large Pine Chest of Three Drawers, Hungary
Located in Round Top, TX
The soft colors are all original on this large hand-painted antique chest of 3 drawers from Hungary. The brick red/brown finish faux wood background was a traditional style element o...
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Antique Folk Art Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

18th Century Original Painted Large Pine Chest of Four Drawers, Denmark
Located in Round Top, TX
This large chest of four drawers is a wonderful find. The hand-painted finish is all original, dating to the mid to late 1700's. The lovely floral painted details and flourishes wer...
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Mid-18th Century Danish Antique Folk Art Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Paint

Rustic Oak "Folk art" Wooden Chest of Drawers, France circa 1920's
Located in Den Haag, NL
Rustic Oak "Folk art" Wooden Chest of Drawers, France circa 1920's
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1920s French Vintage Folk Art Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Antique Swedish Tall and Narrow Original Sideboard
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique Swedish tall sideboard in an unusually tall and narrow model with an uncommon function. Underneath the table top the sideboard has a large sugar hack attached. This is very u...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

Maine Circa 1830 Grain Painted Chest Of Drawers
Located in Hudson, NY
Absolutely beautiful, circa 1830's, grain painted, graduated chest of drawers. Likely from Maine or possibly Vermont , the workmanship is absolutely beautiful . From the fully turned...
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1830s American Antique Folk Art Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Pine, Paint

Antique Faux Grain Painted Wood Chest Of Drawers
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A wide antique two- drawer chest in a brown and black faux grain paint overall. The top has canted corners in front and a separately made molding on the edge. Both long drawers have...
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19th Century Antique Folk Art Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

19th Century Portuguese Tramp Art Chest with Hidden Compartments and Lift Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Portuguese Tramp Art chest from the 19th century with hand-carved raised décor, lift top, hidden compartments and dark patina. This 19th-century Portuguese Tramp Art chest charms w...
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19th Century Portuguese Antique Folk Art Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Japanese vintage urushi small Kiri tansu box chest of drawers, wabi sabi mingei
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
Japanese vintage small box tansu chest of drawers, Kohikidashi, fully made of Kiri (Paulownia). Refinished by seller with traditional black Urushi ...
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20th Century Japanese Folk Art Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Salvador Corona Hand Painted Cabinet, Mexico / Tucson, 1940s, Signed
Located in Kansas City, MO
Beutiful Salvador Corona hand painted and signed cabinet with drawers, Mexico / Tucson, 1940s. Good original condition with honest attractive wear.
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1950s American Vintage Folk Art Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Original Painted Large Chest of Three Drawers dated 1894
Located in Round Top, TX
The lovely floral painted wreaths painted along the top of this large chest of 3 drawers is all original; look closely and you will see a name and faded date of 1894. This traditiona...
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Antique Folk Art Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

19th Century Pennsylvania Folky Sheraton Cherry Chest of Drawers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique wooden chest of drawers. With a terrific old finish. In cherry wood with a polar secondary, turned wooden pulls, and r...
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Mid-19th Century North American Antique Folk Art Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Cherry

19th C Lancaster County Original Painted Small Bin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This amazing all original paint decorated or grain painted over mustard painted base is dovetailed construction & square nails as well. The lid comes off and has a brass shaker...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Folk Art Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

19th Century Original Painted Pine Chest of Three Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
Original hand-painted chest of 3 drawers flanked by half-columns. Hand painted flowers and flourishes seen here were a traditional folk art design of the era set against a brown faux...
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Antique Folk Art Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Cupboard Painted Green Gold Hairnets Riding Boots Glove Vintage Equestrian Horse
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
- Unusual eye-catching, characterful cupboard for a bootroom, hall or tackroom - Fun equestrian interest The top with a moulding at the back and a solid moulded edge. Two long dr...
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1970s English Vintage Folk Art Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Tall Original Painted Pine Chest of Five Drawers, Dated 1850
Located in Round Top, TX
Tall original painted pine chest of five drawers with half column accents dated 1850. Four larger drawers have two brass pulls; upper narrow drawer has one small pull. Note the origi...
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Mid-19th Century Danish Antique Folk Art Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Original Folk Art Painted Chest of Three Drawers, Hungary circa 1850-70
Located in Round Top, TX
The soft colors are all original on this hand-painted antique chest of 3 drawers from Hungary. The lovely floral painted panels were a traditional folk art design of the era set agai...
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Mid-19th Century Hungarian Antique Folk Art Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine, Paint

Chest in natural wood from the alpine pastures
Located in PARIS, FR
This grand natural wood chest from the alpine regions of Northern Italy captures the charm and rustic beauty of traditional mountain craftsmanship. Inspired by the Queyras style, a d...
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19th Century Italian Antique Folk Art Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Swedish Trompe l'Oeil Commode/bed
Located in PARIS, FR
This charming Swedish trompe-l’œil commode is a masterpiece of both design and functionality. Painted with a faux wood patina, it cleverly mimics the appearance of a traditional thre...
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18th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Folk Art Commode
Located in Vista, CA
Folk Art commode, most likely made for a wedding gift with Initials JF circa 1820.
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Early 19th Century French Antique Folk Art Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

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Located in Rio Vista, CA
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19th Century English Pine Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
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Large Hand Painted Blanket Chest of Three Drawers, Hungary dated 1872
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Original Painted Chest of 3 Drawers Blanket Chest With Flowers, Circa 1860-80
Located in Round Top, TX
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Original Hand Painted Large Chest of Three Drawers, Hungary dated 1920
Located in Round Top, TX
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Folk Art commodes and chests of drawers for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique folk art commodes and chests of drawers 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 commodes and chests of drawers created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, pine and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Folk Art commodes and chests of drawers made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original commodes and chests of drawers, popular names associated with this style include and Salvador Corona. 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 commodes and chests of drawers differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $850 and tops out at $6,850 while the average work can sell for $4,106.

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