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
Popular Art Shelf in Pine, circa 1900
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Popular art shelf in pine circa 1900
Measures: depth : 23 cm.
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Early 20th Century European Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine
Grain Painted Blanket Chest American
Located in Hudson, NY
Painted blanket chest with bracketed feet and beautiful saw tooth apron. Top with molded edge and stepped cleats. An absolute delight, this festive 18th century jewel...
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Late 18th Century American Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine, Paint
Late 18th Century Painted Folk Art Cabinet
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
A late 18th century original painted folk-art cabinet from Southern Germany/Austria.
An authentic piece of furniture with exceptionally beautiful patina. The original painting is al...
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Late 18th Century German Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood, Pine, Paint
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
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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine
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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Iron, Wrought Iron
A 1875 Primitive Antique Pine Trunk Box, Rustic Farmhouse Folk Art, Norway
Located in Skien, NO
**Museum-Quality Antique Norwegian Primitive Trunk – A.T.A.D. 1875**
-Exquisite Handcrafted Folk Art from Scandinavia-
This stunning **19th-century primitive trunk** is a rare an...
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19th Century Norwegian Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Iron
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
Rustic Folk Art Travail Populaire Cabinet, France 19th Century
Located in Aartselaar, BE
Rustic cabinet, travail populaire, art populaire, folk art, primitive, 19th century
This rustic travail populaire cabinet, handcrafted from solid wood in France around 1800, embodie...
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19th Century French Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood, Oak
1930's Ralph Cahoon Decorated Pine Blanket Chest with Family & Museum Provenance
Located in Nantucket, MA
Ralph Cahoon Decorated Pine Two Drawer Blanket Chest with Family and Museum Provenance, mid 1930s, a late 18th or early 19th Century New England pine blanket chest with hinged rectangular lid above case, over two drawers with wooden knob pulls, raised on bracket feet, hand painted by famous Cape Cod artist Ralph Cahoon in the manner of Swedish folk art "Dalmalning." The decoration features colorful stylized figures, buildings and flowers in yellow reserves on a blue ground. The chest is inscribed "Alice and John" and was in fact a wedding present from Ralph to his sister Alice Cahoon Atwood.
This chest is an early example of Ralph Cahoon's interest in the folk painting tradition from central Sweden, and appears to have preceded the stylized Pennsylvania Dutch Americana folk art he painted for his wife's family business. The piece remains in very good condition - structurally very sound, and the paint strong and bright, with a small amount of scuffs and scrape exposing the underlying primer.
The chest became the property of Cape Cod antiques...
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1930s American Vintage Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine
Sicilian Solid Walnut Antique 1700 sideboard with doors and top door
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Rare Sicilian Madia Mobile , originally used as a container where flour was kneaded to make bread , and let it rise inside, or cheeses were made and ripened, a rare and fascinating p...
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1750s Sicilian Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Walnut
Late 20th Century Painted Corner Armoire With Figural and Floral Motifs
Located in Elkton, MD
Hand-painted Marie Collette corner/media cupboard featuring decorative panels with figural landscapes, fruit and vine accents, and floral motifs. Crafted from pine beneath the paint,...
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Late 20th Century American Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine
Folk Art Monoxylite Cabinet, Denmark, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
The rustic monoxylite cabinet from 19th century Denmark showcases the timeless craftsmanship of that era. Its solid wood construction and one-of-a-kind monoxylite back not only offer...
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19th Century Danish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood
Antique Swedish Wooden basket 1800's painted in warm tones Handmade Folk Craft
Located in Forest, BE
Swedish antique pine and birch wooden barrel / basket . Fine quality of bentwood. It is a true piece from the early 19 century. Hand graved 1837. On the lid. Nice addition in a kit...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Birch, Pine
$950 Sale Price
20% Off
Swedish mid 19th century hand painted pine dome top trunk
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Rustic Swedish painted pine blanket box circa 1866.
Signed with a name inside the lid and a date of 1866. Painted in a period vivid blue colour and black painted bracket feet.
Met...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Iron
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
Antique Swedish Wooden trunk / storage box 1825 Signed Handmade Folk Craft
Located in Forest, BE
Swedish antique pine and birch wooden trunk / storage box. . It is a true piece from the early 19 century. Engraved with handmade signature inside and dated 1825.
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Birch, 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 th...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine
Early 19th Century Unusual Swedish Folk Art Sideboard
Located in Kramfors, SE
Swedish unusual folk art sideboard from Hälsingland in Sweden made during the early 1800s, around 1820 to 1830. The sideboard is painted pine with the original untouched paint. There is some distress and natural patina after use. The paint is a black base with stylised clouds painted...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine
Wall Mounted Oak Cabinet, Denmark 1860’s
Located in Valby, 84
Danish folk art cabinet in solid oak from the 1860’s.
The cabinet was most likely used to store tobacco and made by local cabinetmaker on the island of Sjælland.
This piece is the pe...
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1860s Danish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Oak
Original Brown Painted Swedish Pine Corner Cabinet Cupboard dated 1839
Located in Round Top, TX
This original brown painted corner cabinet is an excellent example of Swedish country craftsmanship with traditional folk art paint and design.
The date of 1839 indicates it may have...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine, Paint
Dated 1948-Vintage Rosemaling Wall Hanging RUSTIC Cabinet, Hand-Painted, Norway
Located in Skien, NO
Vintage Telemark Rosemaling Hanging Cabinet (1948)
This exquisite traditional hanging cabinet / Cupboard / Sideboard showcases the beautiful art of Telemark Rosemaling from Norway. ...
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1940s Norwegian Vintage Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Hardwood, Pine
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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine, Paint
19-Drawer Hand Stenciled Apothecary
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Functional general store herb and spice apothecary drawers found in New Hampshire. All dovetailed and hand stenciled drawers with handwritten notes on the inside for measurements and pricing. Each drawer has a hand stenciled painted banner...
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19th Century American Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood
Antique Swedish Wooden basket 1800's painted in blue tones Handmade Folk Craft
Located in Forest, BE
Swedish antique pine and birch wooden barrel / basket . Fine quality of bentwood. It is a true piece from the early 19 century. Hand graved with monograms and symbol at the bottom....
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Birch, Pine
Antique Swedish Wooden basket 1800's painted in warm tones Handmade Folk Craft
Located in Forest, BE
Swedish antique pine and birch wooden barrel / basket . Fine quality of bentwood. It is a true piece from the early 19 century. The inside was painted white and the outer parts in a...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Birch, Pine
$903 Sale Price
20% Off
Danish Folk Pine Chest
Located in London, GB
This incredible Danish folk linen chest is full of life and character. With a red patina to the wood and original metal hardware, this is a gorgeous historic piece. The year 1881 del...
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1810s Danish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Metal
$1,568
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
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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine, Paint
19th Century SE Asian Highly Carved Wooden and Gilded Floor/Wall Cabinet
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING an EXCEPTIONAL AND RARE 19C SE Asian Highly Carved Wooden and Gilded Floor or Wall Case or cabinet featuring Hindu Gods.
OUTSTANDING and VERY RARE!
Mid 19th Century, cir...
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Mid-19th Century Cambodian Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Gold Leaf
1970s Handpainted Mexican Cabinet
Located in Toronto, CA
Vintage 1970s Handpainted Mexican Cabinet from Mexico - the definition of functional art. The proud heron sits and waits in the mystical setting of palms and greenery. Two glass shel...
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1970s Mexican Vintage Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood
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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine
Large Danish Folk Chest
Located in London, GB
An example of excellent Danish craftsmanship standing the test of time, is this gorgeous historical folk piece. This chest dates to the 18th century, with a stunning hand painted des...
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1790s Danish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood, Paint
$2,876
Swedish Hand-Carved 1900th Century Wooden Folk Art Baking Trough in Pine
Located in Örebro, SE
This is a very beautiful Swedish hand-carved 19th century wooden baking trough in Wabi Sabi style.
It comes made in pine with lovely patina reflecting its age.
On both sides there ...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine
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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood
Hanging swedish sideboard dated 1775
Located in PARIS, FR
This exceptional Swedish wedding cupboard, dated 1775, is a stunning example of Scandinavian folk art and craftsmanship. Designed to be hung on a wall, it features a meticulously han...
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1770s Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Folk Art Painted Storage Chest, Coffee Table
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Folk Art Painted Storage Chest, Coffee table
An attractive piece originally hand Carved and painted but now much of the painted decoration has faded with use and age
On the front there are 2 carved painted panels, at the centre there is a hasp catch
The chest stands on small feet and it has a broad back so it can be opened without clearing the top, very handy
The chest is heavy quality and is a desirable piece of free standing storage...
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Late 19th Century Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine
Tramp Art Style Top Desk in Nautical Design
Located in Nantucket, MA
Elaborately chip carved in a nautical motif design with a tapered scalloped gallery and three drawers each with a glass pull. Found in Upstate New York
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Pine
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
$1,218 Sale Price
39% Off
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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Ironstone
Crazy Folk Art Cabinet with Fish and Fruit
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
This deux-corps is a gem of French Folk Art furniture. It features a wonderful prominent fish cornice, and the front is generously decorated with all kinds of fruit (grapes, apples, pears, etc) and foliate details. Original antique glass panes...
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Early 20th Century French Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Oak
$7,400 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century Monumental English Harvest Basket
Located in Buchanan, MI
19th century monumental English harvest basket, great at the foot of a bed or amazing coffee table.
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19th Century English Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Rattan
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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood
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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