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Folk Art Cupboards

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
Hand painted mid 19th century Swedish pine wall cupboard
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Hand painted mid 19th century Swedish pine wall cupboard circa 1861. Good quality traditional hand painted Swedish wall cupboard.  Made from pine and painted in a blue/orange and ru...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Cupboards

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Pine, Paint

18th Century Original Painted Cabinet Cupboard dated 1726
Located in Round Top, TX
This pine cabinet is a remarkable example of European country craftsmanship and original folk art painting. The deep patina of the pine is a result of many generations of use. The do...
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Early 18th Century Hungarian Antique Folk Art Cupboards

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Wrought Iron

Early 19th century hand painted Swedish cupboard
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 19th century hand painted swedish cupboard circa 1812. Fine quality example of Swedish hand painted folk art in the form of a cupboard. Painted in a tonal brown wash with rag...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Cupboards

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Pine, Paint

Early 19th Century Original Painted Swedish Four Door Cabinet Cupboard
Located in Round Top, TX
This pine cabinet has the authentic aged patina that many seek in furniture from Sweden. The original burnished brick red painted background is complemented by teal blue panels borde...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Cupboards

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Pine, Paint

Early 19th Century Original Painted Pine Swedish Cabinet Cupboard
Located in Round Top, TX
This pine cabinet is a remarkable example of Swedish country craftsmanship and original folk art painting. The deep patina of the pine is a result of many generations of use. The doo...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Cupboards

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Pine, Paint

Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Painted 2 Piece Step Back Cabinet
Located in Charleston, SC
This lovely 2 piece cabinet has a beautiful floral design with the main colors being yellow, green, and a rustic red. The lower portion has 2 doors wit...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Cupboards

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Pine, Paint

Stunning Swiss Antique Pine Cottage Set, Hutch, Table, Chairs w Awesome Carvings
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare folk art set with great carvings on cottage cupboard, table and matching chairs. If you are looking for a unique set for your chalet, home, cott...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Folk Art Cupboards

Materials

Brass

Early 19th Century Original Painted Swedish Cabinet Cupboard
Located in Round Top, TX
This large pine cabinet is a remarkable example of Swedish country craftsmanship and original folk art painting. The original stylized paint includes a traditional faux wood grain finish complemented by green door panels with floral motifs. The beautifully curved bonnet or crown is indicative of a Swedish wedding cabinet...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Cupboards

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Metal

Painted cupboard – Floral bonnetiere – 1844
Located in PARIS, FR
Charming painted pine cupboard, dated 1844, a fine example of Alpine / Rhenish folk furniture from the 19th century. This one-door bonnetière is decorated with two floral panels feat...
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Mid-19th Century Austrian Antique Folk Art Cupboards

Materials

Wood

Lacquer Speckled Sewing Table Cupboard by Artist Ira Yeager
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Folk art sewing table that has been repurposed as a cupboard and lacquer speckled by artist Ira Yeager (American 1938-2022). The cupboard features a flip top over a wood case fronted by a large door. The inside has open storage area with small storage bins on the back of the door. The case has rounded front corners and is supported by tulip shaped feet with a black lacquer finish. Whimsical pumpkin or marigold speckled lacquer over a black ground with a gloss finish. Ira painted antique furniture...
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20th Century American Folk Art Cupboards

Materials

Wood

Antique Austrian Pine Cupboard With Original Faux Bois Paint and Floral Accents
Located in Centennial, CO
A charming and functional antique late 1800s Austrian or German storage cabinet that was grain painted (faux bois) with accents of red and blue/green in a floral motif on the front d...
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Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Folk Art Cupboards

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Pine, Paint

Mid 19th century hand painted folk art cupboard
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 19th century hand painted folk art cupboard circa 1856. Swedish floor standing cupboard with a hand painted date of 1856, but we believe the piece to be earlier.  Quite possibly...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Cupboards

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Pine, Paint

Rare Early 19th Century Swedish Provincial Wall Cupboard
Located in Bozeman, MT
Rare and unusually small early 19th century provincial wall cupboard in Its original finish. ca 1800 Sweden.
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Cupboards

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Pine

Finnish Folk / Peasent Painted Cupboard, Circa 18th Century
Located in Helsinki, FI
An impressive, late 18th century Finnish folk art cupboard, in full original condition featuring very heavy patina and signs of a long life. Amazingly the cupboard still retains the ...
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Late 18th Century Finnish Antique Folk Art Cupboards

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Wood

17th Century Austrian Rustic Folk Painted Cupboard Wabi-Sabi European
Located in London, GB
A striking, late 17th century heavily patinated pine cupboard from the alpine region of Styria. Featuring intricately forged iron hardware and remnants of historic folk paintwork, wi...
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17th Century Austrian Antique Folk Art Cupboards

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Original Hand Painted Swedish Dalarna Cabinet Cupboard dated 1788
Located in Round Top, TX
A wonderful example of Swedish country craftsmanship and folk art painting from the Dalarna region of Sweden. This cupboard is exquisitely painted in earth tones and decorative patte...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Cupboards

Materials

Pine, Paint

Early 19th century rustic Swedish painted wall cupboard
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 19th century Swedish painted wall cupboard circa 1822. Fine quality Dalarna region wall cupboard.  Hand painted in orange, reds and greens.  Shaped cornice below which the ini...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Cupboards

Materials

Pine, Paint

Original Hand Painted Swedish Cabinet Cupboard, Dated 1818
Located in Round Top, TX
Beautifully crafted large Swedish painted pine cabinet with curved upper bonnet and graceful panel doors standing over 7' tall. The original hand-painted finish is in excellent condi...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Cupboards

Materials

Pine, Paint

Charming Folk Art Curio Cabinet with Original Paint
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This pine cabinet, circa 1950, is comprised of a glass paneled front and sides and retains the original black, red and blue paint. The hardware (largely brass) is all original, as is...
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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Cupboards

Materials

Pine

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 Cupboards

Materials

Wood

Large Hand Painted Cupboard from South of France Beautifully painted
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Large Hand Painted Cupboard from South of France Beautifully painted and unrestored French Country Cupboard, this is a large deep cupboard, it...
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19th Century Antique Folk Art Cupboards

Materials

Ironstone

Primitive Folk Art Shelving Cupboard, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
19th-century French cupboard, handcrafted from solid wood, featuring a slanted lid that opens to reveal a spacious storage compartment in the lower section, ideal for keeping items n...
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19th Century French Antique Folk Art Cupboards

Materials

Wood

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Located in Debenham, Suffolk
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Folk Art cupboards for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique folk art cupboards 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 cupboards 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, brass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Folk Art cupboards made in a specific country, there are Europe, Portugal, and Switzerland 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 cupboards differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $3,776 and tops out at $10,453 while the average work can sell for $7,114.

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