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Folk Art Dressers

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
Antique Storage Piece in Oak, Early 20th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique storage piece in oak, early 20th century. Storage piece, bakery cabinet, made in Europe in the early 20th century. One-of-a-kind piece, originally used to rise bread. Can now be used as a dresser, a wardrobe, or even as a storage piece to display vinyl records or architectural plans. Measurements are: W 180 cm, D 64 cm, H 179 cm, D (open) 140 cm, W (open) 250 cm. Because of its historic value, this antique bakery...
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Early 20th Century European Folk Art Dressers

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Oak

  • Antique Storage Piece in Oak, Early 20th Century
  • Antique Storage Piece in Oak, Early 20th Century
  • Antique Storage Piece in Oak, Early 20th Century
  • Antique Storage Piece in Oak, Early 20th Century

Antique Storage Piece in Oak, Early 20th Century

American Folk Art Tramp Art Miniature Wooden Dresser
Located in New York, NY
An American tramp art miniature dresser in cut and painted wood with four drawers and an inset mirror. Can be used easily as a jewelry box. Made in the 1920s. Original patina; no mar...
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1920s American Vintage Folk Art Dressers

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Wood

  • American Folk Art Tramp Art Miniature Wooden Dresser
  • American Folk Art Tramp Art Miniature Wooden Dresser
  • American Folk Art Tramp Art Miniature Wooden Dresser
  • American Folk Art Tramp Art Miniature Wooden Dresser

American Folk Art Tramp Art Miniature Wooden Dresser

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Henredon Mid-Century Modern Campaign Oak Gentleman's Chest
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Located in London, GB
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Allmoge Commode with Faux Bois and Faux Marble Finish, Sweden, Dated 1842
Located in New York, NY
Swedish Allmoge commode, origin: Sweden, signed and dated 1842, with all original faux grain painted finish and faux marble top, and hardware.
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Located in London, GB
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Located in London, GB
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Pine, Poplar

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Pine

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Folk Art dressers for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique folk art dressers for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Early 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage dressers 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, oak and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Folk Art dressers made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States 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 dressers differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $3,500 and tops out at $9,250 while the average work can sell for $6,375.

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