Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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
Spruce decorated dresser
Located in Casaleone, IT
Painted dresser ,
Made of spruce, decorated, with faux marble design in the center.
It has no lock or key.
Minimally performed conservative restoration.
Reference measurements are a...
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1850s Italian Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood, Fir
Wedding dowry chest
Located in Casaleone, IT
Decorated fir chest.
Dated year 1836 with interior storage drawer and 3 drawers with painted front.
Original hardware.
Conservative restoration.
Good conditions.
Reference measureme...
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1830s Italian Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood, Fir
Threaded oak chest of drawers
Located in Casaleone, IT
Filleted oak chest of drawers with hand-carved curl-lock drawers.
Vienna 1800
Excellent state of conservation.
Measures of reference to the frame
Other imagesand information at cust...
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1850s Austrian Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood
Cabinet with spruce splashbacks
Located in Casaleone, IT
Spruce cabinet with riser, single body, light blue painted interior, original hardware of the period.
Original painting in very good condition.
Reference measurements are at the fram...
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1890s Swiss Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood, Fir
Wedding dowry chest
Located in Casaleone, IT
Spruce wedding chest with drawer and storage.
Original hardware.
Painted faux wood with red and light blue mirrors with floral decoration.
Restorated
Reference measurements at the f...
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1850s Italian Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood, Fir
Stone pine caisson
Located in Casaleone, IT
Dowry chest made entirely of stone pine, complete with all original hardware.
Drawer inside.
Minimally restored with wax finish.
Reference measurements are at the frame.
More pictur...
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Early 1800s Italian Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood
Spruce wedding chest
Located in Casaleone, IT
Fir wedding chest, folk art. Origin South Tyrol, Italy.
Dated 1828, interlocking base.
Original hardware with interior with drawer and glove box.
conservation restoration.
Good state...
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1820s Italian Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood, Fir
Pair Of American Pine Apothecary Chests
Located in Essex, MA
Each rectangular with multiple drawers with wood knobs and paper labels. From the estate of the founder of Yankee Candle Company.
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Mid-19th Century American Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine
Cassone nuziale
Located in Casaleone, IT
Cassone da dote nuziale decorato in abete completo di ferramenta originale.
Volti a sfondo celeste e lesene con capitelli laterali.
Basamento a incastro.
Ottimo stato di conservazion...
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Early 1800s Italian Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood, Fir
Swedish Folk Art Pine Shelf, In the style of Axel Einar Hjorth, 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
The charming Swedish Folk Art pine shelf, created in the style of Axel Einar Hjorth during the 1930s, is a delightful testament to both craftsmanship and folk art aesthetics. Crafted...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine
Original Hand Painted Armoire, Hungary circa 1820-40
Located in Round Top, TX
This painted pine armoire still maintains the quality and details of the original hand-painted finish in an earth tone pallet.
The floral patterns against the faux wood painted backg...
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Mid-19th Century Hungarian Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine, Paint
Primitive Wall Shelf in Pine, By a Swedish Carpenter, Late 19th Century
Located in Odense, DK
A truly authentic wall shelf / vitrine, made by a Swedish carpenter in the late 19th century. Constructed from durable pine wood, the shelf exudes a rustic charm characteristic of pr...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Glass, Pine
Pine Trunk or Blanket Chest in Decorative Paint
Located in Baltimore, MD
We love these extra long blanket chests. Placed against the wall it has as many uses as the variety of things you can put in it, or it can make a p...
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine
Original Hand Painted Two Door Armoire, Hungary circa 1820
Located in Round Top, TX
This exceptional armoire still maintains its exquisite original hand-painted details and traditional faux wood background. The earth tones and floral patterns were a typical style el...
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Early 19th Century Hungarian Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood, Paint
Large Decorative Brass Zanzibar Trunk with Drawers
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Large Decorative Brass Zanzibar Trunk with Drawers
This chest is in fact a mule Chest as it has 2 drawers at the bottom decorated with brass studs ...
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Early 1900s Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Fruitwood
19th Century American Tramp Art Cabinet
Located in London, GB
19th Century American Tramp Art Cabinet
An authentic example of a late 19th Century hand crafted American tramp art cabinet. Untouched in form, sti...
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19th Century Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine
Rare Antique Handcrafted Swedish Tall Black Painted Pine Folk Art Cabinet
Located in Kramfors, SE
Rare folk art cabinet from Järvsö in Hälsingland, Sweden. The cabinet is made by hand in solid pine around 1790 to 1810 and has the original paint which is in very good condition. No...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine
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 ...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine, Paint
Original Green Painted Single Door Armoire, Germany circa 1820
Located in Round Top, TX
This charming single door armoire is in excellent original condition. The case is painted a dark green with red folk art accents seen in the painted panels, crown and base.
The orig...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood, Paint
Swedish 19th century hand painted oak coffer
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Swedish 19th century hand painted oak coffer circa 1831.
Fine quality piece of swedish folk art, although we have dated this piece from the time it was painted, it is much older, gi...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Oak, Paint
19th Century Swedish Dalarna Folk Art Cabinet dated 1805 with original paint
Located in Boden, SE
Exceptional 19th century Swedish Dalarna Folk Art Corner Cabinet painted with Kurbits with center door, Dalarna, Sweden, inscribed and dated: Anno 1805 all original painting.
This ...
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Early 1800s Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine
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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Brass
Early 18th Century Wedding Blanket Chest
Located in Albignasego, IT
Tyrolean wedding chest
Measurements: H.80 – L.156 – P.55
Period: early 18th century
Origin: Tyrol
Essence: Fir
Large Tyrolean chest, in fir wood, with shaped lowering.
The front is...
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Early 18th Century Italian Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Fir
Pine Trunk or Blanket Chest in Original Decorative Paint
Located in Baltimore, MD
This Folk Art painted trunk has the form of a faux mule chest, pretending to have drawers with ceramic knobs, when, in fact, the lid opens on two very long iron strap hinges to a dee...
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine
18th Century Primitive Folk Art Baroque Era Unique Pine Cabinet Chimney Cupboard
Located in Zagreb, HR
Stunning sculptural piece of furniture, a rustic wabi sabi folk art primitive cabinet, "chimney cupboard", from the 18th century.
One of a kind antique rustic piece with loads of...
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18th Century European Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wrought Iron
Mid 18th Century Floral Painted Blanket Chest
Located in Albignasego, IT
Tyrolean painted chest
H. 81 – W. 147 – P. 69
Ancient Tyrolean chest, entirely built in fir wood. The surface has been decorated with a dark brown background color, semi-covering, ...
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Mid-18th Century Austrian Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Fir
Original Painted Pine Sideboard Cabinet, Sweden circa 1820-40
Located in Round Top, TX
This cabinet is a charming representation of early 19th century Swedish craftsmanship, from both the cabinet maker and the painter that created it. The aged patina of the painted finish draws one to it.
The single panel door is painted with a traditional floral motif against a soft teal blue background. A traditional faux wood brown painted finish is seen throughout.
Note the original lock still functions with key which is included.
While you can frequently still find antique original painted trunks...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood, Paint
Antique Swedish Folk Art Solid Pine Cabinet
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique folk art cabinet from Sweden made during the first years of the 19th century, around 1810. The cabinet is made by hand in solid pine. ...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine
Original Hand Painted Swedish Cabinet dated 1798
Located in Round Top, TX
Painted cabinets were a traditional element of Swedish country homes, this one is particularly lovely as it still maintains the original hand-painted finish with floral bouquet and f...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood, Paint
Original Painted Dalarna Corner Cabinet Cupboard, Sweden dated 1834
Located in Round Top, TX
Bow front, step-back corner cabinet with original hand painted folk art decoration. Dated 1834, this antique pine corner cupboard still ma...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine, Paint
Grain Painted Blanket Chest, Pennsylvania
Located in Savannah, GA
A grain painted blanket chest, Pennsylvania circa 1850.
31 ¾ inches wide by 17 ¾ inches deep by 23 ¼ inches tall
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Mid-19th Century American Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Paint, Wood
Original Painted Single Door Armoire from Austria, dated 1834
Located in Round Top, TX
This lovely painted armoire still maintains the quality and details of the original hand-painted finish. The soft, gentle colors with delightful floral motifs are beautifully executed.
Notice the four panels of flowers in the door against a traditional faux wood brown background. Striking in this armoire is the lovely landscape painting along the lower drawer.
Impressive painting continues along the large canted sides while the date of 1834 and monogram of MM are seen under the crown.
Note the Christogram, "IHS" painted between the iron key hole and decorative iron pull.
Even the lock and key system (still functioning, 1 key included) speak to the high quality of the craftsmanship of this armoire.
This original painted single door...
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Mid-19th Century Austrian Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood, Paint
Pine Blanket Chest, Circa 1880
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Beautiful antique blanket chest made of pine from around 1880. The antique blanket chest is also completely original and has a lot of charm. Lock and handles are original. The box ha...
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1880s Austrian Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine
Nautical Design Hotel Reception Key Cupboard
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Nautical Design Hotel Reception Key Cupboard
This is a Solid Teak Key cupboard with a mirrored brass porthole on the front of the door. The cupboard has 5 key hooks inside and the...
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1960s Vintage Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Teak
American Folk Art Red Painted Hanging Wall-Mounted Shelf, 19th century
Located in Shippensburg, PA
AMERICAN RED-PAINTED HANGING WALL SHELF
Probably Pennsylvania circa the first half of the 19th century
Item # 310ZPI05Q
A compelling and most useful open bookcase, the simple and a...
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19th Century American Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood, Paint
Early 19th Century hand decorated Swedish pine coffer
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 19th century hand decorated swedish pine coffer circa 1805.
Real piece of rural swedish woodwork from the early 19th century.
Pine rectangular box, which has been stained a d...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine
Original Hand Painted Green Two Door Armoire, Austria circa 1840-60
Located in Round Top, TX
This remarkable painted armoire still maintains the quality and details of the original green hand-painted finish. Please enlarge photos to appreciate the rich colors and unique patt...
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Mid-19th Century Austrian Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood, Paint
Early 19th Century painted pine blanket box
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 19th century painted pine blanket box circa 1828.
Fine example of the traditional method of storage in sweden, utilising the plentiful pine and hand decorating.
Rectangular b...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine, Paint
19th Century Antique Moroccan Hand Painted Wood Berber Chest
Located in New York, NY
This 19th century Moroccan Berber chest is a masterpiece of craftsmanship. Made from pine wood, it features beautifully painted sides and top, showcasing intricate patterns and vibra...
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19th Century Moroccan Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine
Original Painted Corner Cabinet Cupboard, Sweden dated 1824
Located in Round Top, TX
This antique pine corner cabinet still maintains its original earth toned faux wood grain paint with beautiful floral details along panels and crown typical of the Dalarna region of ...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine, Paint
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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood, Cherry
19th Century English Carved Oak Cabinet
Located in London, GB
19th century English carved oak cabinet
English, 19th Century
Height 179cm, width 203cm, depth 62cm
This solid oak cabinet was made i...
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19th Century English Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Oak
American Folk Mixed Wood Dough Box, 19th C
Located in New York, NY
American Folk mixed wood dough box, early 19th century, rectangular with canted sides and turned splayed legs, the box in pine, the stand likely oak or cypress, possibly South Caroli...
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19th Century Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Oak, Pine
19th Century Swedish Antique genuine rustic unique pair of Folk Art buffets
Located in Boden, SE
These incredible original painted buffets from Skellefteå, Västerbotten are truly something special!
It's rare to find them as a pair, making them even more unique. They feature two...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine
Rustic Folk Art Cabinet, France, Early 20th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Folk Art; Art Populaire; Cabinet; Sideboard; Buffet; Rustic; Early 20th Century;
Folk art cabinet in a fascinating shade of green, a perfect blend of functionality and aesthetics. B...
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Early 20th Century French Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood
Original Hand Painted Small Cabinet, Austria circa 1800-20
Located in Round Top, TX
The colorful painted finish is all original on this delightful small cabinet from Austria resting on tapered feet.
Tones of orange, red, brown, yellow, ocher and green are all blend...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood, Paint
Early 19th Century Swedish Painted Blanket Box
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 19th century swedish painted blanket box circa 1816.
Traditional rag painted swedish box which is initialed and dated 1816. Flat top lid which makes it ideal for doubling u...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine
Antique Swedish Genuine Unusual Folk Art Sideboard
Located in Kramfors, SE
Genuine unusual antique sideboard from the early 19th century, around 1820. The sideboard is folk art from northern Sweden and is a unique hand-made furniture. It has the original fa...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine
19th Century, Swedish Floral Painted Dome Top Wedding Trunk
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Charming mid-19th century Swedish wedding trunk or dowry trunk featuring floral painted reserves over a blue background. This dome-top oak trunk ...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Iron
Antique Swedish Small Blue Folk Art Sideboard
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique Swedish small sideboard in folk art from an area called Hälsingland. Locally in Hälsingland this type of sideboard is also known as ”mössbord” or ”hat table” in English. Made...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine
Medium Sized Hand Grain Painted Folk Art Bookcase
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Charming hand grain painted folk art small to medium sized bookshelf. Great in a bathroom!
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1970s American Vintage Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood
Original Blue Painted Sideboard Cabinet, Sweden dated 1843
Located in Round Top, TX
While you can frequently find original painted Swedish trunks, it is difficult to find a cabinet or sideboard with exceptional original folk art paint such as this one.
The two panel...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine, Paint
1920s 21 box apothecary cabinet
Located in Waxahachie, TX
As seen on Pawn Stars!
Pawn Stars Does America season 2 episode 5 on The History Channel.
Made from 21 antique cheese boxes.
3 different cheese co...
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood
1960s/70s wooden sideboard six doors six drawers
Located in Premariacco, IT
Large hall or kitchen sideboard with carved work along the doors and frame.
Early 1960s/70s wooden cabinet with as many as six drawers and six large doors with interior shelves.
Th...
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1960s Italian Vintage Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Iron
Swedish Mid-19th Century Hand Painted Oak Dome Top Coffer
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Swedish Mid-19th Century hand painted oak dome top coffer circa 1852.
Vibrant and beautiful dome top trunk of grand proportions. Hand painted by Jons Persson (1811-1866) who was b...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Oak, Paint
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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine
Antique Swedish Pine Cupboard Cabinet
Located in Summerland, CA
Charming Swedish two piece pine wall and base cabinet.
Each piece is accent trim in decorative triangular cut outs. Upper cabinet has Glass door display that locks and open shelf ...
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1870s Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine
Grain Painted Blanket Chest Pennsylvania Circa 1830
Located in Hudson, NY
Painted blanket chest with turned feet. Rectangular lid with applied molding above dovetail jointed case . An absolute delight, this festive jewel made of dense poplar with a buttern...
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Early 19th Century American Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Poplar, Paint, Nutwood
Folk Art case pieces and storage cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique folk art case pieces and storage cabinets 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 case pieces and storage cabinets created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, folk art, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, softwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Folk Art case pieces and storage cabinets 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 case pieces and storage cabinets, popular names associated with this style include Ira Yeager, Robert Thompson, 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 case pieces and storage cabinets differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $565 and tops out at $41,064 while the average work can sell for $3,450.
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