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Style: Primitive
Fir Work Table with Two Drawers, Custom Made by Petersen Antiques
Fir Work Table with Two Drawers, Custom Made by Petersen Antiques

Fir Work Table with Two Drawers, Custom Made by Petersen Antiques

By Petersen Antiques

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This work table has legs which splay in both the length and width axis; it has two large drawers that can be pulled out from either side. It is seen here in 96″ x 28″ x 30″ H however...

Category

2010s American Primitive Furniture

Materials

Reclaimed Wood

French Elm Tripod Stools C1970 France
French Elm Tripod Stools C1970 France

French Elm Tripod Stools C1970 France

Located in Trensacq, FR

French primitive style tripod stools C1970s. Hand crafted, Artisan made in the Ardeche Mountain region of France. In great vintage condition, heavy, sturdy and strong with really...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Primitive Furniture

Materials

Elm

Early Americana Painted Wood Monogrammed Trunk
Early Americana Painted Wood Monogrammed Trunk

Early Americana Painted Wood Monogrammed Trunk

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Primitive trunk / chest composed of a hinged wood plank top and painted wooden frame with brass and steel embellishments (brass nailheads with hand-hammered steel handles / hinges / ...

Category

18th Century American Antique Primitive Furniture

Materials

Brass, Steel

19th Century French Iron Butcher's Cleaver on Custom Wall Mount
19th Century French Iron Butcher's Cleaver on Custom Wall Mount

19th Century French Iron Butcher's Cleaver on Custom Wall Mount

Located in Chicago, IL

Unleash a slice of culinary history with this 19th-century French iron butcher's cleaver, a robust masterpiece echoing the craftsmanship of a bygone era. The large triangle-shaped bl...

Category

19th Century French Antique Primitive Furniture

Materials

Iron

Antique American Brown Painted Two-Tier Console Table
Antique American Brown Painted Two-Tier Console Table

Antique American Brown Painted Two-Tier Console Table

Located in Astoria, NY

American Brown Painted Two-Tier Console Table. 27" H x 40.5" W x 9.5" D. Provenance: From a 21 East 87th Street Estate.

Category

19th Century American Antique Primitive Furniture

Materials

Wood

18th Century Swedish Carved Mangle Board
18th Century Swedish Carved Mangle Board

18th Century Swedish Carved Mangle Board

Located in Forney, TX

A long hand carved wooden mangle board (clothing and bedding press) with beautiful patina. Handmade in Sweden, circa 1744, this Scandinavian antique with...

Category

18th Century Swedish Antique Primitive Furniture

Materials

Wood

Decorative hand-woven bag/box from Panama, Sac-Bolso by Ethic&Tropic
Decorative hand-woven bag/box from Panama, Sac-Bolso by Ethic&Tropic

Decorative hand-woven bag/box from Panama, Sac-Bolso by Ethic&Tropic

By Ethic&Tropic

Located in Warsaw, PL

Decorative hand-woven bag from Panama, Sac-Bolso by Ethic&Tropic Extraordinary art and decorative items, these masks come from the shamanic beliefs and rituals of indigenous Emb...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Panamanian Primitive Furniture

Materials

Cane

19th Century Hand-Crafted Welsh Stick Chair in Elm and Pine
19th Century Hand-Crafted Welsh Stick Chair in Elm and Pine

19th Century Hand-Crafted Welsh Stick Chair in Elm and Pine

Located in Reading, Berkshire

This chair features a vernacular, primitive style, often constructed from local woods. Traditionally made using an elm seat for comfort and durability, paired with ash or other hardw...

Category

19th Century Welsh Antique Primitive Furniture

Materials

Elm, Pine

Antique Chinese Narrow Wishbone Bench, Late 19th Century
Antique Chinese Narrow Wishbone Bench, Late 19th Century

Antique Chinese Narrow Wishbone Bench, Late 19th Century

Located in Chicago, IL

This sculptural bench from rural China is shaped from a single, continuous piece of elmwood. By controlling its growth as a young sapling, an elm tree was shaped with forked branches...

Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Primitive Furniture

Materials

Elm

Handcrafted Rugged Earthenware Amphora Vase
Handcrafted Rugged Earthenware Amphora Vase

Handcrafted Rugged Earthenware Amphora Vase

Located in London, GB

Introducing the Handcrafted Rugged Earthenware Storage Amphora, a piece that embodies the essence of Mediterranean craftsmanship and rustic charm. This amphora, traditionally used fo...

Category

1930s Turkish Vintage Primitive Furniture

Materials

Earthenware

Early 20th Century Primitive Wabi Sabi Wooden Chopping Block Side Table
Early 20th Century Primitive Wabi Sabi Wooden Chopping Block Side Table

Early 20th Century Primitive Wabi Sabi Wooden Chopping Block Side Table

Located in Dusseldorf, DE

Original authentic chopping block from the early 20th century. Solidly crafted in hardwood. A wonderfully unique piece in a purist, organically shaped design with an attractive pati...

Category

Early 20th Century German Primitive Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Stylized South Arabian Stele in Sandstone – Pre-Islamic Primitive Sculpture
Stylized South Arabian Stele in Sandstone – Pre-Islamic Primitive Sculpture

Stylized South Arabian Stele in Sandstone – Pre-Islamic Primitive Sculpture

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This South Arabian sandstone stele is a decorative sculpture inspired by the pre-Islamic funerary pillars of ancient Yemen. Entirely hand-carved in natural, sand-toned stone, it refl...

Category

20th Century Yemeni Primitive Furniture

Materials

Sandstone

1960's Solid Wood Hand Carved Primitive Totem Sculpture
1960's Solid Wood Hand Carved Primitive Totem Sculpture

1960's Solid Wood Hand Carved Primitive Totem Sculpture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautifully hand crafted solid wood totemic sculpture with detailed features highlighting its authentic presence. This unique piece meshes style and art into a eye catching and taste...

Category

Mid-20th Century Primitive Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique Hand-Carved Red Oak Pie Safe Cabinet, Primitive Style, 1880s
Antique Hand-Carved Red Oak Pie Safe Cabinet, Primitive Style, 1880s

Antique Hand-Carved Red Oak Pie Safe Cabinet, Primitive Style, 1880s

Located in New Orleans, LA

A charming antique American hand carved, solid red oak pie-safe/cabinet with carved folk art decoration of flowers and leaves, having two drawers with original “fancy” brass bale pul...

Category

1880s American Antique Primitive Furniture

Materials

Brass

19th Century Large Sculptural French Solid Wood Wine Press / Pedestal
19th Century Large Sculptural French Solid Wood Wine Press / Pedestal

19th Century Large Sculptural French Solid Wood Wine Press / Pedestal

Located in Odense, DK

A robust and beautifully crafted French wine press, 19th century, made from solid wood. Originally used in vineyards for pressing grapes, this authentic piece of rural craftsmanship ...

Category

19th Century French Antique Primitive Furniture

Materials

Wood

CHUNKY Antique French European Bench in Floral Tapestry
CHUNKY Antique French European Bench in Floral Tapestry

CHUNKY Antique French European Bench in Floral Tapestry

Located in Las Vegas, NV

The scale of this bench is what truly makes it. Measuring almost 7ft long with the most chunky, hand turned legs. It is a gorgeous, authentic antique piece with all the coveted de...

Category

20th Century Primitive Furniture

Materials

Wood

Iconic Lion Table, Stamped Metal Top, Roger Capron, Vallauris 1969
Iconic Lion Table, Stamped Metal Top, Roger Capron, Vallauris 1969

Iconic Lion Table, Stamped Metal Top, Roger Capron, Vallauris 1969

By Roger Capron

Located in St Ouen, FR

Table top consisted of an embossed metal foil stretched (Lead or Tin) over a wooden frame fixed on 4 tubular wooden legs. It features the emblematic figure of the Lion in majesty, de...

Category

1960s French Vintage Primitive Furniture

Materials

Metal

Rustic / Primitive Farm Style Dining Table W/ Zinc Top & Oak Trestle Base
Rustic / Primitive Farm Style Dining Table W/ Zinc Top & Oak Trestle Base

Rustic / Primitive Farm Style Dining Table W/ Zinc Top & Oak Trestle Base

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is just in time for the holidays! It is a large scale primitive farm table with a zinc top and stained oak trestle base. It is less than ten years old and was hand hewn in the U...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Primitive Furniture

Materials

Zinc

Primitive Terracotta Water Jar From Mexico
Primitive Terracotta Water Jar From Mexico

Primitive Terracotta Water Jar From Mexico

Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato

Primitive terracotta water jar from Central Mexico, early 20th century.

Category

Early 20th Century Mexican Primitive Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Terracotta

Japanese Antique Ceramic Vase - Japandi Wabi-Sabi
Japanese Antique Ceramic Vase - Japandi Wabi-Sabi

Japanese Antique Ceramic Vase - Japandi Wabi-Sabi

Located in Chiba, Chiba

A Japanese antique ceramic vase with a calm, understated presence shaped by time. Although an older piece, it remains in good condition with no cracks or chips, retaining the integri...

Category

19th Century Japanese Antique Primitive Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Spanish 19th Century Butcher’s Table from Catalonia
Spanish 19th Century Butcher’s Table from Catalonia

Spanish 19th Century Butcher’s Table from Catalonia

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

Large rustic bench from Spain, early 20th century, originally used as a butcher’s table for processing swine. If one can overlook the macabre history of the piece, there is organic b...

Category

20th Century Spanish Primitive Furniture

Materials

Oak

Olavi Hanninen Style Triangular Milking Stool
Olavi Hanninen Style Triangular Milking Stool

Olavi Hanninen Style Triangular Milking Stool

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Beautifully crafted primitive stools in the manner of French modern design. Can be used as secondary coffee tables or drinks table or as simple foot stools. Ships from Philadelphi...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Primitive Furniture

Materials

Pine

Antique Teak Wood Wabi Sabi Mirror
Antique Teak Wood Wabi Sabi Mirror

Antique Teak Wood Wabi Sabi Mirror

Located in New York, NY

We took the top of an antique rice pounder and added a 4" x 3.5" mirror in the center. This beautiful teak wood has so much character and is both usable ...

Category

2010s Indonesian Primitive Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood, Teak

Primitive Ancient Wood Coffee Table
Primitive Ancient Wood Coffee Table

Primitive Ancient Wood Coffee Table

Located in North Miami, FL

This amazing hand carved wood table was once used for mortar and pestle (retains original pestle) - it now can be used as a RARE and exciting coffee table with the 3 openings perfect...

Category

Late 19th Century Antique Primitive Furniture

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Primitive Oak Bench
19th Century French Primitive Oak Bench

19th Century French Primitive Oak Bench

Located in High Point, NC

This 19th century French primitive oak bench is a beautifully understated example of vernacular craftsmanship, valued for its honesty of form and material. Constructed from a single,...

Category

19th Century French Antique Primitive Furniture

Materials

Oak

Tall Black Glazed Pottery Table Lamp with Linen Shade
Tall Black Glazed Pottery Table Lamp with Linen Shade

Tall Black Glazed Pottery Table Lamp with Linen Shade

Located in Chireno, TX

Tall black glazed pottery table lamp with linen shade. Newly wired for use within the USA with line switch.

Category

2010s American Primitive Furniture

Materials

Metal

Javanese Carved Teak Indo Wedding Chest Daybed from Bali
Javanese Carved Teak Indo Wedding Chest Daybed from Bali

Javanese Carved Teak Indo Wedding Chest Daybed from Bali

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Amazing Indo-Javanese hand-carved wedding chest daybed crafted from teak. Known as a Grobog the chest was filled with gifts for the bride inside the storage area. The case is embelli...

Category

20th Century Indonesian Primitive Furniture

Materials

Teak

Swedish Primitive Neoclassical Folk Art Table
Swedish Primitive Neoclassical Folk Art Table

Swedish Primitive Neoclassical Folk Art Table

Located in Kramfors, SE

Primitive neoclassical table in Folk Art. The table is provincial and made from painted pine. It has one single large drawer and straight legs without decorations. The table is in un...

Category

Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Primitive Furniture

Materials

Pine

19th Century primitive Farm work table with New York leg
19th Century primitive Farm work table with New York leg

19th Century primitive Farm work table with New York leg

Located in Newfoundland, PA

This authentic Antique Primitive Farm work table with New York Leg is a rare find for collectors and enthusiasts of historical furniture. Its great brownish color, country-style them...

Category

Mid-19th Century American Antique Primitive Furniture

Materials

Cherry

Antique New Mexican Table/ Chair From J. Sykes
Antique New Mexican Table/ Chair From J. Sykes

Antique New Mexican Table/ Chair From J. Sykes

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Originally acquired at the iconic design shop J. Sykes in New Preston, Connecticut, a primitive antique writing set including a desk with a thin plank top over a simple frame, accomp...

Category

19th Century American Antique Primitive Furniture

Materials

Wood

Midcentury Modern Unlacquered Brass Door Pulls, Minimalist Large Backplates
Midcentury Modern Unlacquered Brass Door Pulls, Minimalist Large Backplates

Midcentury Modern Unlacquered Brass Door Pulls, Minimalist Large Backplates

Located in Round Top, TX

Primitive unlacquered brass cast brass door pulls attached to long, slim backplates. These have a patinated finish that has developed beautifully and naturally over the past 60-70 ye...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Primitive Furniture

Materials

Brass

From the Rush Limbaugh Collection Korhogo Cloth from Ivory Coast of Africa
From the Rush Limbaugh Collection Korhogo Cloth from Ivory Coast of Africa

From the Rush Limbaugh Collection Korhogo Cloth from Ivory Coast of Africa

By Korhogo Tribe

Located in Asheville, NC

This is a hand spun, hand woven and hand painted cotton cloth for which an entire village takes part in its creation. Women of the Korhoga Tribe spin the cotton, while the men weave ...

Category

19th Century Antique Primitive Furniture

Materials

Cotton

Old Italian Hand Carved Limestone Primitive Trough
Old Italian Hand Carved Limestone Primitive Trough

Old Italian Hand Carved Limestone Primitive Trough

Located in Encinitas, CA

Exceptional fossil stone trough carved from ancient limestone. Primitive, rough hewn, freeform shaped basin with nicely aged lichen patina. Origin, I...

Category

19th Century Italian Antique Primitive Furniture

Materials

Limestone

19th Century English Barrelback Windsor Chair
19th Century English Barrelback Windsor Chair

19th Century English Barrelback Windsor Chair

Located in Chicago, IL

A lovable 19th century English barrelback Windsor arm chair with a graceful rounded crest-rail supported by several spindles, a sturdy saddle seat, splayed turned legs, and retaining...

Category

19th Century English Antique Primitive Furniture

Materials

Elm

Primitive Antique Burl Wood Bowl, c. 19th Century
Primitive Antique Burl Wood Bowl, c. 19th Century

Primitive Antique Burl Wood Bowl, c. 19th Century

Located in Brooklyn, NY

An antique, hand-carved burl bowl with its original surface. Slightly out-of-round. Possibly European in origin, circa 19th century.

Category

19th Century Antique Primitive Furniture

Materials

Burl

Antique Carved Teak Wood Indian Door/Gate
Antique Carved Teak Wood Indian Door/Gate

Antique Carved Teak Wood Indian Door/Gate

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Individually hand crafted Teak door in early 20th century. Industrial metal details. Two salvaged doors that have been barred together to make one larg...

Category

Early 20th Century Indian Primitive Furniture

Materials

Iron

Block Leg Coffee Table made from Reclaimed Pine
Block Leg Coffee Table made from Reclaimed Pine

Block Leg Coffee Table made from Reclaimed Pine

By Petersen Antiques

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This coffee table is seen here in 62″ x 48″, but can be ordered in any size. The top is made from reclaimed pine planks, and the base from reclaimed pine beams. Each table is bench-made in our Los Angeles workshop using traditional traditional carpentry techniques, no nails...

Category

2010s American Primitive Furniture

Materials

Oak

Inuit Hunter with Seal – Canadian Arctic Soapstone Sculpture
Inuit Hunter with Seal – Canadian Arctic Soapstone Sculpture

Inuit Hunter with Seal – Canadian Arctic Soapstone Sculpture

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A compelling Inuit soapstone sculpture depicting a bundled hunter holding a seal, a subject deeply rooted in Arctic life and subsistence traditions. Carved in richly toned grey serpe...

Category

Mid-20th Century Primitive Furniture

Materials

Soapstone

American Primitive Stepback Cupboard
American Primitive Stepback Cupboard

American Primitive Stepback Cupboard

Located in Hudson, NY

An American primitive "Stepback Cupboard". Lots of storage! Original blue paint is muted and rich with patina on the outside, and pops with color on the interior. A great piece.

Category

Early 19th Century American Antique Primitive Furniture

Materials

Pine

Large Round Michoacano Planters with Handles on Both Sides; a pair
Large Round Michoacano Planters with Handles on Both Sides; a pair

Large Round Michoacano Planters with Handles on Both Sides; a pair

Located in Malibu, CA

Talavera Michoacana planter pots in bright primary & secondary colors are handmade and vibrantly hand-painted Mexican ceramic pottery. These pots are typically glazed and fired a...

Category

20th Century Mexican Primitive Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Early American Federal Period Primitive One-Drawer Work Table c. 1795-1815
Early American Federal Period Primitive One-Drawer Work Table c. 1795-1815

Early American Federal Period Primitive One-Drawer Work Table c. 1795-1815

Located in Louisville, KY

A remarkable early American Federal-period primitive work table or candle stand dating from approximately 1795–1815. Constructed of maple as primary and pine as secondary and shirt s...

Category

Late 18th Century American Antique Primitive Furniture

Materials

Pine, Maple

Large Bleached Swedish Lapland Ale Bowl with Handle
Large Bleached Swedish Lapland Ale Bowl with Handle

Large Bleached Swedish Lapland Ale Bowl with Handle

Located in Chireno, TX

Large Bleached Swedish Lapland ale bowl with handle. Hand-carved from sycamore. Old steel plug repair with scrubbed dark interior patina. Note: Original/early finish on antique and ...

Category

Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Primitive Furniture

Materials

Steel

19th Century Brown / Red Primitive Blind 1 door painted cupboard
19th Century Brown / Red Primitive Blind 1 door painted cupboard

19th Century Brown / Red Primitive Blind 1 door painted cupboard

Located in Newfoundland, PA

This authentic Fabulous Primitive Blind door painted 1850s Dovetailed cupboard in Brownish / Red, it has many layers of paint which are worn through in many spots to reveal the origi...

Category

Mid-19th Century Canadian Antique Primitive Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Pair of 19th Century French Henriot Quimper Faience Figurines
Pair of 19th Century French Henriot Quimper Faience Figurines

Pair of 19th Century French Henriot Quimper Faience Figurines

By Henriot Quimper

Located in Winter Park, FL

A pair of late 19th century French Henriot Quimper faience statues, or figurines, of Perric and Channik. Polychrome enameled earthenware, hand-painted in yellow, green, blue and purp...

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Primitive Furniture

Materials

Faience

French Primitive Oak Cabinet, 19th Century
French Primitive Oak Cabinet, 19th Century

French Primitive Oak Cabinet, 19th Century

Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija

"""La matière a une âme, il faut savoir l’écouter."" — Pierre Chapo " An authentic expression of French primitive craftsmanship, this 19th-century oak cabinet embodies the raw simpli...

Category

19th Century French Antique Primitive Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique European Farmhouse Dining Table
Antique European Farmhouse Dining Table

Antique European Farmhouse Dining Table

Located in Las Vegas, NV

This wonderful Rustic European farmhouse table is crafted from solid, planked pine softened by time and use. Its chunky hand-turned legs splay out perfectly giving it a unique and e...

Category

Early 20th Century Primitive Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Vintage Rare Bronze Tribal Ancestor Sculpture
Vintage Rare Bronze Tribal Ancestor Sculpture

Vintage Rare Bronze Tribal Ancestor Sculpture

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful and rare vintage figure. Stylistically primitive and raw, this beautiful bronze statue represents an old protective ancestor or soul. The skeletal figure and large head e...

Category

1960s Vintage Primitive Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Primitive Antique Pig Bench, Long Single Slab Black Walnut, 19th Century
Primitive Antique Pig Bench, Long Single Slab Black Walnut, 19th Century

Primitive Antique Pig Bench, Long Single Slab Black Walnut, 19th Century

Located in Southampton, NJ

A fabulous Antique pig bench table with thick single Black Walnut slab top, beautiful time worn patina and splayed mortis & tenon tapered legs. Provenance: Mid 19th century Civil War...

Category

Mid-19th Century American Antique Primitive Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Japanese Wall Art / Japanese objet / wabi-sabi art / primitive wall art
Japanese Wall Art / Japanese objet / wabi-sabi art / primitive wall art

Japanese Wall Art / Japanese objet / wabi-sabi art / primitive wall art

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is a wall art made using some of the material from an old Japanese door. This is a wooden door reinforced with galvanized iron sheets. It's a convenient size that doesn't take...

Category

2010s Japanese Primitive Furniture

Materials

Tin

Primitive American Robin's Egg Blue Painted Wood Umbrella or Cane Stand
Primitive American Robin's Egg Blue Painted Wood Umbrella or Cane Stand

Primitive American Robin's Egg Blue Painted Wood Umbrella or Cane Stand

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Large vintage robin's egg blue painted wooden stand (ca. 1910-1920, USA). Elegant, yet practical design crafted with 24 spacious slots accommodating canes or umbrellas. Structurally ...

Category

1910s American Vintage Primitive Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

Pennsylvania Primitive Red Painted Dry Sink Cupboard 19th Century
Pennsylvania Primitive Red Painted Dry Sink Cupboard 19th Century

Pennsylvania Primitive Red Painted Dry Sink Cupboard 19th Century

Located in Forest Grove, PA

A late 19th century Pennsylvania dry sink or cupboard resting on high cut out feet. Clean interior with sturdy shelves for storage. The opening is about 14.6", but because of the lip...

Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Primitive Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique Primitive Blue Distress Painted Cupboard Cabinet Vanity Cast Iron Sink
Antique Primitive Blue Distress Painted Cupboard Cabinet Vanity Cast Iron Sink

Antique Primitive Blue Distress Painted Cupboard Cabinet Vanity Cast Iron Sink

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Primitive Blue Distress Painted Wooden Cupboard Cabinet Vanity with Cast Iron Sink. Item features a blue distress painted finish, green distress painted interior, cast iron b...

Category

Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Primitive Furniture

Materials

Iron

Antique Primitive American Paint Decorated Tool or Document Storage Box
Antique Primitive American Paint Decorated Tool or Document Storage Box

Antique Primitive American Paint Decorated Tool or Document Storage Box

Located in Atlanta, GA

This antique American storage box exudes a charming rustic appeal with its hand-painted design on a sturdy wooden surface. The box dates back to the 1800s and features ample space to store tools or documents, making it perfect for collectors or those who appreciate primitive decor. The brown color of the box adds a natural touch to any room and its simple, naive style fits seamlessly into any interior design theme. This piece is a must-have for antique enthusiasts who appreciate the history and craftsmanship of the past. Green & Brown paint. The Antique Primitive American Paint Decorated Tool or Document Storage Box is a unique and charming piece of American folk art. These boxes were commonly used in the 18th and 19th centuries to store tools, documents, or other small items. The box is typically made of wood and features a simple, rustic design. It may have dovetail or nailed construction, showcasing the craftsmanship of the time. The surface of the box is often hand-painted with decorative motifs or patterns, adding a touch of color and artistry. The paint decoration on these boxes can vary greatly, depending on the region and the individual artist. It may include floral designs, geometric patterns, or even scenic landscapes. The paint is typically applied in a folk art style, with bold brushstrokes and vibrant colors. These storage boxes were primarily functional, but the paint decoration adds an aesthetic appeal that makes them highly sought-after by collectors and enthusiasts of American folk art. They are a testament to the creativity and resourcefulness of early American craftsmen. The age and condition of an antique primitive American paint decorated tool or document storage box can greatly affect its value. Boxes in good condition with well-preserved paint decoration are particularly prized by collectors. This type of antique box serves as a fascinating glimpse into American history and the everyday lives of the people who used them. They make wonderful additions to collections of folk art, Americana, or vintage storage containers...

Category

Early 19th Century American Antique Primitive Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

Provincial Chinese Earthenware Vessel, c. 1900
Provincial Chinese Earthenware Vessel, c. 1900

Provincial Chinese Earthenware Vessel, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

Sculpted during the early 20th century in China's Shanxi province, this terra cotta vessel has a smoky taupe exterior with balanced proportions and a beautifully irregular unglazed s...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Primitive Furniture

Materials

Terracotta

Primitive Antique Oak Farmhouse Dough Bowl Bin Trough Trencher Treenware 53"
Primitive Antique Oak Farmhouse Dough Bowl Bin Trough Trencher Treenware 53"

Primitive Antique Oak Farmhouse Dough Bowl Bin Trough Trencher Treenware 53"

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique oak rustic treen dough bowl / trencher. Rectangular in form with pointed sides and a rounded bottom. Each side has some metal plates from past repairs. Dimensions: 18" x ...

Category

Early 20th Century Primitive Furniture

Materials

Oak

Carved Solid Wood Tray Made of Wenge
Carved Solid Wood Tray Made of Wenge

Carved Solid Wood Tray Made of Wenge

Located in New York, NY

Long oval shape with small two-tiered diamond motif in bands around the edges.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Primitive Furniture

Materials

Wood

Primitive furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Primitive 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 decorative objects, tables, seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, hardwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Primitive furniture made in a specific country, there are North America, Europe, 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 Andrianna Shamaris, Ken Petersen, Ethic&Tropic, and Nasiri. 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 $49 and tops out at $156,000 while the average work can sell for $1,621.