Folk Art Furniture
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 Seascape with Cutter-Rigged Sloop by N.H. White, 1898
Located in Nantucket, MA
19th Century Seascape with Cutter-Rigged Sloop by N.H. White, 1898, looks American but could possibly be English North Sea or Dutch School, an oil on canvas stormy seascape with a cu...
Category
1890s Unknown Antique Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Canvas
ORANELY SULPTED ANTIQUE LIBRARY BOOK CARVED FROM ROCK PART OF A LARGE SUiTE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this Absolutely exquisite, hand carved from solid rock library book which is part of a suite
I have six of ...
Category
Early 1900s English Antique Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Stone
Original Antique Prints of Whales and Dolphins, 1847
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great images of Whales and dolphins
Unframed.
Lithographs after Cpt. Brown with original hand color.
Published, 1847.
The measurement is for 1 print
Free shipping
Category
1840s English Antique Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Paper
Large South Indian India Asian Original Pichwai Painting of Elephant Procession
Located in Studio City, CA
A truly gorgeous, quite large and decorative, engaging South Indian Asian (India) Pichwai and/or gouache painting in a heavy two-sided acrylic frame featuring an evening Maharaja roy...
Category
20th Century Indian Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Textile, Silk, Paint
Haitian Naive Oil Drum Metal Wall Mounted Sculpture Haiti 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
Haitian metal art wall decoration from the 1970s signed M.U. The design is of a figure in festive regalia. The eyes, noses and partially the mouth a...
Category
1960s Haitian Vintage Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Cut Steel
19th Century 'Pierrot' Four-Fold Screen
Located in London, GB
A highly and unusual and unique French 19th Century four-fold screen telling the story of Pierrot's unrequited love for Columbine who as usual breaks his heart and runs off with Harl...
Category
19th Century French Antique Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Wood
Chandelier Wood Rustic Swedish 18th Century, Sweden
Located in New York, NY
Chandelier wood rustic Swedish 18th century, Sweden. A chandelier made in Sweden during the 18th century. Body in wood with candleholders in metal for 16 candles.
Category
18th Century European Antique Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Metal
A painted model of a famous English medieval house built from matchsticks C1910
Located in Central England, GB
This superb highly detailed English folk art model dates to the early 20th century and depicts a complicated half timbered and thatched famous Hereford property entitled “The Old Hou...
Category
Early 20th Century English Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Other
Pair of Carved Brownstone Folk Art Lions from Connecticut
Located in Katonah, NY
A rare pair of carved brownstone American Folk Art lions, in recumbent pose with full manes and tails curled to opposing sides, their expressive...
Category
1890s American Antique Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Stone
$63,600 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century Seascape with Lighthouse
Located in Nantucket, MA
19th Century seascape with lighthouse, circa 1890, an oil on canvas view of a white-washed lighthouse tower on a small offshore rocky ledge, most...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Canvas
Handcrafted Ceramic Pineapple XL Size
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Bring a touch of Mexican folk art into your home with this beautifully handcrafted ceramic pineapple. Made by skilled artisans in Mexico, this decorative piece is crafted from high-t...
Category
2010s Mexican Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Clay
Circa 1930's English Hand-Carved Terrier
Located in High Point, NC
Circa 1930's hand-carved terrier dog from England. The terrier is very sassy, wearing a top hat. Charming carving with nice proportions and a lavish coat of fur. This little guy w...
Category
1930s English Vintage Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
A Novelty Lighthouse Floor Lamp Great fun and the ideal piece for a seaside
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Novelty Lighthouse Floor Lamp
Great fun and the ideal piece for a seaside theme, this one off piece is made in wood and has an old reconditioned brass Nautical Post light at the t...
Category
1960s Vintage Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Brass
Handcrafted Ceramic Pineapple
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Bring a touch of Mexican folk art into your home with this beautifully handcrafted ceramic pineapple. Made by skilled artisans in Mexico, this decorative piece is crafted from high-t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Clay
Group of 7 Sant’ Anna Hand Painted Tiles
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A great group of older Sant’ Anna tiles from Lisbon, Portugal. With colorful and Primitive depictions of Ponies, Figs, Cat, Artichoke and Wine Glasses. The company in production from...
Category
1940s Vintage Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Handcrafted 50 Ceramic Pineapple – Made in Mexico
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Bring a touch of Mexican folk art into your home with this beautifully handcrafted ceramic pineapple. Made by skilled artisans in Mexico, this decorative piece is crafted from high-t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Patina mermaids Candle Holders and Incense Burner
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Mermaids Candle Holders and Incense Burner is a rare and popular piece of patina art, featuring intricate designs of mermaids. These candle ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Metal
Elmer Crowell Pair of Over-Sized Mallard Decoys, circa 1920, with oval brands
Located in Nantucket, MA
Antique Pair of Special Order Over-Sized Mallard Decoys, by J. Elmer Crowell (East Harwich: 1862 - 1952), circa 1920, a working pair of rigmate Crowell d...
Category
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Wood
Wood Carved Folk Art American Muscle Car
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Hand-carved Folk Art pink and white midcentury car. Fun display piece. Quite a heavy piece.
Category
1960s American Vintage Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Wood
Chip Carved Mirror Frame With Bevelled Mirror
Located in Montreal, QC
This is an outstanding example of chip carving. It is subtly detailed and imaginative, both geometric and tendrilled, the flowing plant forms and angular framing coexist in harmony w...
Category
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Wood
Ceramic Folk Art Wall Mirror Pineapple Decor, Spain 1960s-1970s
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage small wall mirror features colorful, playful ceramic frame decorated with a textured band of pineapples, flowers, and leaves in bright orange, green, red, and blue colors on...
Category
20th Century Spanish Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Mirror
Parcheesi Game Board
Located in Branford, CT
Parcheesi gameboard with original green, black, yellow and red paint on putty ground. Plywood. Early to mid-20th century.
L 24" W 24".
Condition: Excellent original condition.
Category
1930s American Vintage Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Plywood
Antique Architectural Parcel Gilt Wrought Iron Sculpture
Located in Forney, TX
A one-of-a-kind antique wrought iron sculpture, comprising 18th and 19th century architectural elements, in a rustic parcel gilt finish, including door lock, latch, and skeleton key,...
Category
19th Century European Antique Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Wrought Iron
Original Red Painted Swedish Pine Wooden Bowl, circa 1880
Located in Round Top, TX
Original Swedish Folk Art pine carved wooden bowl with original red paint and warm patina. These bowls were used throughout families and often passed down generation to next generati...
Category
Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Pine, Paint
20th Century Vintage Horn Chair and Ottoman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This stunning vintage horn chair and ottoman, crafted in the United States during the 20th century, is a true statement piece that brings a touch of rustic elegance to any space. The...
Category
20th Century American Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Horn, Cowhide, Wood
$3,400 / set
Collectible spectacular rare big box, casket, tramp art, folk art, 1885, Austria
Located in Wien, AT
This incredibly rare box is made in the famous austrian tramp art around 1880 to 1890, its a extraordinary richly decorated example of these boxes.
The object is rectangular in shap...
Category
1880s Austrian Antique Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique Carved Folk Art Wooden Wall Hanging Commemorating The Royal Mail
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This large antique folk art hand carved wall hanging is unsigned but presumed to have been made in England in circa 1880 in the Victorian style. The wall sculpture commemorates the Royal Mail stagecoach which was used for long distance mail delivery in the mid-1800s. The carving is very intricately executed and depicts the Royal Mail coach...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Wood
Creil French Mochaware Pottery Coffee Pot
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A Creil mochaware peach-colored coffee pot made circa 1810.
This elegant coffee pot features a dark brown mocha dendrite (tree) design on a light peach body. Mochaware pottery...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Annamese Blue and White Ceramic Jar, Chu Dau kiln, Vietnam
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Annamese Blue and White Ceramic Jar, Chu Dau kiln, Vietnam, circa 1500. A globular form with narrow neck decorated in under glaze cobalt blue of lotus petals, ...
Category
16th Century Vietnamese Antique Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Regensburger Lidded Ceramic Beer Stein, 1880s or older
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful beer stein made in the city of Regensburg in Germany. This beer stein was made in Germany, circa 1880's or earlier. Absolutely beautiful piece, still in great condition, ...
Category
1880s German Antique Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Pewter
Hanging lamp, chandelier, deer horn optics, tramp folk art, 1900s, Austria
Located in Wien, AT
Highly decorative chandelier, hanging lamp, with a wonderful whole deer horn look, made in Austria around the 1900s.
The object is likely to be made in Austria or in South Germany ...
Category
Early 1900s Austrian Antique Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Metal
1885 Kentucky Crazy Quilt
Located in Louisville, KY
This 1895 folk art crazy quilt out of Kentucky is an absolute work of art. The selection of bright and unique fabrics of that era are combined in random stained glass fashion. Stunni...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Fabric
J. RILEY - Folk Art Still Life Painting - Framed - Canada - Late 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
J. RILEY - Vintage acrylic still life painting on canvas covered panel - signed lower right - untitled - contained in a solid oak frame with white pickled finish - Canada - mid/late ...
Category
Late 20th Century Canadian Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic, Oak
19th Century American Birds Eye Maple Wood Box
Located in Stamford, CT
19th century birdseye maple box with brass nail head decoration and iron lock plate and hasp. This box is hand crafted with beautiful dovetail joints visible on the corners, evidence...
Category
Mid-19th Century American Antique Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Brass, Iron
Anonymous Abstract Geometric Painted Board
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Bold geometric abstract board found in Texas. We have a collection of these boards from an anonymous artist. Painted on recycled cupboard doors, table tops, stool tops and bread boar...
Category
1950s American Vintage Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Wood
Bottlecap Basket
Located in Darnestown, MD
This fabulous Bottle Cap Basket is true folk art. It is made of caps from Coca Cola; 7 Up and Dr. Pepper. The wood bottom makes the piece especially...
Category
1950s American Vintage Folk Art Furniture
$725
18th Century Swedish Combination Furniture Table and Chair, 1794
Located in Balen, BE
Wonderful combination furniture table and chair. Combination furniture was originally made to be used in small spaces. This original example could be used as a beautiful center piece coffee table...
Category
Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Pine
Vintage Rustic Betsy Ross Recycled Kilim Rustic American Flag Ottoman
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Rustic Betsy Ross Recycled Kilim Rustic American Flag Ottoman
A handwoven American flag has been recycled to upholster this vintage round ottoman...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Upholstery
Pair of 20th Century South American Armchairs with Leather Seat and Back
Located in San Marino, CA
Peruvian hand carved reproduction of a French found antique. Dark stained wood frame, very sturdy and substantial. Leather sling seat and back with large nailhead detailing on leathe...
Category
20th Century Peruvian Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Leather
Original Antique Prints of Bats, 1847
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great images of bats
Unframed.
Lithographs after Cpt. Brown with original hand color.
Published, 1847.
The measurement is for 1 print
Free shipping
Category
1840s English Antique Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Paper
Trench Art Vase Dated 1918-19
Located in Fulton, CA
Extraordinary example of WWl Trench Art. Historical significance as this vase is signed by the soldier that crafted it, "Lieutenant Thorburn" including regiment "62nd Reg" and date "1918-19". Also inscribed A. E. F. The AEF helped the French Army on the Western Front during the Aisne Offensive (at the Battle of Château-Thierry and Battle of Belleau Wood...
Category
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Brass
Folk Art Carved Panel of Two Brothers Titled: "He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother"
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This vintage folk art carved panel is signed in several places by an unknown artist, and presumed to have originated from North America, likely Canada, but possibly the United States...
Category
Mid-20th Century Canadian Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Oak
Sculptural Shell and Metal Bettle Figures (Pair)
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful pair of sculptural bettle figures. These figures are constructed of shell and carefully crafted metal details. Legs and whiskers in raw metal shine with vitality and ligh...
Category
1990s Singaporean Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Metal
Contemporary Handmade Turkish Flatweave Patchwork Rug In White
Located in New York, NY
A modern Turkish Kilim from the 21st century. The rug consists of a vintage hemp Kilim as the white background and raised patches to form the design. No borders, but a finely abrashe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Wool, Hemp
$1,900 Sale Price
20% Off
The Violin Player Painting Outsider Folk Artist Gloria Laposka
Located in South Burlington, VT
"Violin Player" Vibrant Colored Hand Painting
A framed oil painting on canvas panel by Self Taught Outsider Surrealist Folk Artist Gloria Antoinette Laposka (1922-2015)
Said Lapo...
Category
Late 20th Century American Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Wood
Hand Painted Ceramic Flower Pot From Mexico
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Hand painted ceramic flower pot from San Agustin Oapan, Guerrero, Mexico. Circa 1980´s. Strong folk art piece hand painted with good detail.
Category
1980s Mexican Vintage Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Terracotta, Calico
Vintage Hand-Carved Folk Art Dog Head
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Folky hand-carved dog head found in the midwest.
Category
1940s American Vintage Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique Painted Indian Dog Gates Wall Hanging
Located in Centennial, CO
A charming pair of antique Indian teak "dog gates" with iron bars from the early 20th century that were skillfully repainted at some point with elephant and l...
Category
1920s Indian Vintage Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Iron
Vintage Cotton Elephant Covered in Indian Textiles
By Harrods
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage cotton elephant, covered in Indian textiles, retailed in the 1950s by Harrods. Interior frame composed of wire and straw. Textiles originally s...
Category
1950s English Vintage Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Wire
Vintage Boho Hand Carved Columns - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Instantly elevate your interior with the dramatic presence of this stunning pair of vintage hand-carved wood columns. Each column is a testament to masterful woodworking, featuring d...
Category
Late 20th Century Indonesian Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Pine
$5,950 / set
Handcrafted Contemporary Akuaba Doll Sculpture – Inspired by Ashanti Tradition
By Jom Rivers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This museum-quality, one-of-a-kind Akuaba doll sculpture reimagines the traditional Ashanti fertility figure with a bold, contemporary vision. Masterfully hand-carved from exceptiona...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Burl
Direct Wood Carving of a Nude Woman
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A uniquely stylized direct wood carving of a nude woman. Unfortunately I cannot find any signature. Well executed.
Category
20th Century American Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Wood
$1,920 Sale Price
60% Off
Ancient Russian Orthodox Icon – Two Holy Ascetics Under Mandorla
Located in Bilzen, BE
"Ancient Russian Orthodox Icon – Two Holy Ascetics Under Mandorla With Golden Nimbus"
Antique Russian Orthodox Icon – Two Ascetic Saints with Mandorla and Gilded Halos
Circa 1830–187...
Category
Mid-19th Century Russian Antique Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Wood
Mason Premier Grade Bluebill Drake, circa 1920
Located in Nantucket, MA
Antique Mason Premier Grade Bluebill Drake Decoy, circa 1920, having head with glass eyes and carved mandible, nares and nail on bill, attached to hollow carved two part body (seam i...
Category
1920s American Vintage Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Wood
Silk Ikat Chapan, Tajikstan, Late 19th Century.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Chapans are probably the most famous Central Asian fashion garments made from mostly ıkats, either pure silk and lined with cotton, or silk war and cotton weft , again with a cotton ...
Category
Late 20th Century Tajikistani Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Cotton, Silk
Late 19th Century Quebec Paint Decorated Plant Stand, circa 1890
Located in Nantucket, MA
Antique Quebec paint decorated plant stand or bucket bench, circa 1890, pine slat construction with three shelves, fluted backsplash and apron, and deli...
Category
1890s Canadian Antique Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Pine
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...
Category
19th Century English Antique Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Oak
Elephant Décor Planter
Located in Pasadena, TX
Late 20th century ceramic elephant garden planter
Handmade of ceramic. Nice addition to your home, patio or garden.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Hand Carved Wood Folk Sculpture of John Bull
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This hand carved and slight fragment of painted surface in good condition. Very little blue painted surface remaining.
Category
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Wood
$1,516 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Carved African/Jamaican Bob Marley Style Rasta Live Edge Wall Sculpture
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Carved African/Jamaican Bob Marley Style Rasta Live Edge Wall Sculpture
This vintage carved wall sculpture embodies the essence of African and Jamaican artistry, featuring ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Folk Art Furniture
Materials
Wood
Folk Art furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique folk art furniture for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include folk art, decorative objects, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Folk Art furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include Berber Tribes of Morocco, Mosche Bianche, Jim Rose, and Nils Olsson. 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 furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $20 and tops out at $225,000 while the average work can sell for $1,252.
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