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Item Ships From: Continental Europe
Vintage French Blue Tones Paper Garland Sculpture circa 1930 Antique Decor
Located in Barcelona, ES
Embrace the allure of vintage charm with this exquisite antique paper garland sculpture in mesmerizing blue tones. Crafted in France circa 1930, this piece is a testament to timeless...
Category
1930s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Paper
Vintage Black Tribal Felt Rug
Located in Milan, IT
Felts are among the first woolen structures made by mankind, some of the earliest we know were found in the 'kurgans' of Central Asia, decorated by a variety of zoomorphic motifs typ...
Category
20th Century Turkish Tribal Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Wool
Large Oil Painting by Danish Artist Jytte Hansen, Abstract Landscape, 1996
Located in Odense, DK
Large oil painting on a plate with a nicely patined pine frame. Made by Danish Artist Jytte Hansen in 1996.
The painting features a rich and complex palette of colors, with deep bl...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Pine, Paint
Linguat II Set of 2 Black Sculptures
By Omnibus Design
Located in Milan, IT
This stunning set of two sculptures is carefully handcrafted using two pieces of oak trunks that had been used to dye tapestries in the 1930s. Si...
Category
2010s Italian Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Richters German Anchor Stone Blocks Building Toy
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Richters German Anchor blocks building toys / Der Geschickte Baumeister
Made in Rudolstadt, Germany, circa 1900.
Wooden box with printed paper labe...
Category
Early 1900s German Baroque Antique Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Quartz
Rustic Hand Dustpan - Traditional French Craftsmanship from the 20th Century
Located in Barcelona, ES
Rustic Hand Dustpan - Traditional French Craftsmanship from the 20th Century
Discover the charm of authenticity with our rustic hand dustpan, a unique piece that embodies the essenc...
Category
1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Wood
E.S. Ritchie & Söns Boston Brass Compass on Teak Socket
Located in Vienna, AT
E.S. Ritchie & Sons, Boston. Patinated brass nighthouse on solid lacquered teak plinth. Transport box for compass, included. Measures: H. 106 cm. Ø. 31 cm....
Category
1920s American Vintage Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Brass
Charming Lithograph by Jean Pierre Bertaux "Le Marais" with Certificate - 2Y173
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This captivating lithograph titled "Le Marais" by Jean Pierre Bertaux showcases a serene and picturesque marsh scene. Accompanied by a numbered certificate of authentication (No. 45)...
Category
20th Century French Empire Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Paper
1940s half hull of a British schooner oak wood.
Located in Milan, IT
1940s half hull of a British schooner oak wood.
Good condition. board measures 58 x 10 x 17 cm -22.8x3.95x6.7 inches.
The half-hull, used to design boats, was the tool for shipwri...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Ko Verzuu ADO Toys Houthandel Truck, circa 1940
By ADO, Ko Verzuu
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Toy designed by Ko Verzuu, circa 1940.
Manufactured by ADO in Netherlands.
Truck & trailer of wood "Houthandel".
In good original condition, with minor wear consistent with ag...
Category
1940s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Vintage Polistil Ferrari 308 Die-Cast Model Car - Made in Italy - 2Y190
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This vintage Polistil Ferrari 308 die-cast model car is a collectible piece made in Italy, representing the iconic Ferrari 308. Despite its age, it retains much of its original charm...
Category
20th Century French Empire Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Metal
21st Century Bowling Game Set in Walnut Wood and Leather Handmade in Italy
By Pinetti
Located in Bagnatica, Lombardia
More than a game.
Masterfully handcrafted with precious canaletto walnut wood Pinetti portable Bowling set is enriched with leather details and satin brass finish. A sophisticated...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Brass
Stoneware sculpture entitled « Passage clandestin » by Pierre Martinon, 1997.
By Pierre Martinon
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Ceramic sculpture entitled « Passage clandestin » by Pierre Martinon.
Signed at the base « P.Martinon ».
Unique piece.
1997.
H : 16.5 x 16.5 x 9.8 inches.
Category
20th Century French Beaux Arts Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Ceramic
Antique 1600s Bridal Bench, Scandinavian Wabi Sabi
Located in Hønefoss, 30
Antique Norwegian bridal bench, circa 1600s. Later legs, with some age.
Wear consistent with age and use showing beautiful patina.
Category
17th Century Norwegian Romantic Antique Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Pine
An Important Carved Pine Bucket by Lars Kinsarvik (1846-1925), Norway, c.1900
By Lars Kinsarvik
Located in Skien, NO
**An Important Norwegian Folk Art Carved Butter Bucket (Amber Tine) by Lars Kinsarvik (1846-1925), Hardanger, Norway, circa 1900**
This exceptional butter bucket, or *Amber Tine*,...
Category
Early 20th Century Norwegian Folk Art Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Bentwood, Pine
Amazing Brutalist Wall Sculpture Lamp from the 1960s
Located in Søborg, DK
An amazing large and impressive brutalist wall sculpture lamp from the 1960s.
Made from torch cut steel with 4 lamp outlets in size E14.
Rewired and grounded.
Can be used with ...
Category
1960s Danish Brutalist Vintage Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Steel
A Collection of 24 Riding Spurs on a Wooden Rack
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A Collection of 24 Riding Spurs on a Wooden Rack
A great collection of 24 antique riding spurs mounted on a wooden ebonized rack with turned feet. Germ...
Category
Early 20th Century German Rustic Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Metal
Dated 1846 Norwegian Antique Rosemaling Bucket From Telemark
Located in Skien, NO
Rustic antique butter bucket / amber / ambar, hand-crafted from pine wood with original rosemaling / rose painting from Telemark, Norway. Dated 1846 on one side of the handle, and in...
Category
1840s Norwegian Baroque Antique Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Bentwood, Pine
Antique Black Forest Mirror with Rustic Bear Carvings, ca. 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique black forest mirror with rustic bear carvings ca. 1900
A large crescent vanity mirror in a handcarved wooden frame featuring two ...
Category
Early 20th Century German Black Forest Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Antique Oil Print with Bear Hunt Scene After Heinrich Buerkel, 19th Century
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Oil Print with Bear Hunt Scene after Heinrich Buerkel 19th cetntury
A colorful oil print depicting an alpine bear hunt scenery in the Bava...
Category
Late 19th Century German Black Forest Antique Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Glass, Wood
Antique Carved Buck Head Brienz Black Forest Wood Carving Glass Eyes
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This exquisite antique wall-mounted buck head showcases the exceptional craftsmanship of woodcarving, likely originating from the Brienz or the Black Forest region, renowned for its ...
Category
Early 1900s German Black Forest Antique Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Glass, Wood
Vintage Set of 5 Stoneware Plates – Grès du Marais, Central France - 2Y520
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This vintage set of 5 stoneware plates, crafted from authentic Grès du Marais, showcases the timeless elegance and durability of French ceramics. Each plate measures 0.6 inches (1.5 ...
Category
20th Century Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Stoneware
Vintage 1963 Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Plate – Signed "K.P" 17.5 cm - 2Y337
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Step back in time with this vintage 1963 porcelain plate from Royal Copenhagen, signed by the artist "K.P." This delicate, expertly crafted plate showcases the renowned quality and a...
Category
1960s French Vintage Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Porcelain
Original Old Painted Storage Basket, Hand Decorated
Located in Vo', Veneto
Original old painted alpine storage basket, hand decorated
Measures: Height 48 cm – Base diameter 39 cm – Top diameter 50 cm
Hand painted antique Tyrolean wooden tub. Entirely painted in a beautiful teal blue, on the edge it is decorated with a motif of red triangles while on the central bands are painted scenes of a wedding.
This accessory can have various uses, and given its medium size it can adapt to many environments. It can be used as an original blanket or magazine holder for the living room, or as a large vase filled with dried flowers, or as a pure decorative element, enhancing a corner of the house. Another idea could be to apply a removable cover in antique wood, thus transforming it into an entrance or living room table, or into a colorful bedside table...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Folk Art Antique Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Fir
Pair of Swedish Painted Rococo Style Nightstands, Circa 1930's
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A pair of Rococo style light Gustavian grey-painted Swedish nightstands or night tables from the first half of the 20th Century. These Scandinavian have a charming patina have each ...
Category
1930s Swedish Rococo Vintage Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Pine, Plywood
Original Italian Rocking Horse Made of Bamboo and Rattan
By Franco Albini
Located in München, DE
Original 1960s rocking horse made of bamboo and rattan.
Design attributed to the well-known architect and designer Franco Albini (1905-1977). Made in Italy.
Wonderful decoration fo...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker
Large Vintage Yellow Iron Facade Letter A, 1960s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage industrial facade letter “A” was made during the 1960s in former Czechoslovakia and comes from an old inscription POŠTA. In czech language Post Office. The weight of th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Iron
Vintage 20th Century Handmade Sensitive Tactile Mushroom Lamp - 2Y507
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This vintage 20th-century handmade mushroom-shaped lamp is a charming and functional piece of decorative art. Measuring 11.2 inches (28.5 cm) in height and 5.5 inches (14 cm) in diam...
Category
20th Century Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Glass, Plastic
Exclusive Set of Extra Large ‘Bambi’ Brass Deer Sculptures, France, 1970s
Located in Voorburg, NL
Exclusive and graceful brass extra large set of Deer designed in the 1970s in France. Large and solid brass ‘Bambi’ sculpture in an excellent vintage condi...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Brass
Swedish 19th Century Folk Art Oil Painting With Kids
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Swedish naive oil painting with the original frame, from the 2nd part of the 19th Century.
This folk art work on canvas represents kids and a dog playing by a courtyard, opening the...
Category
Late 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Canvas, Wood
Vintage Luneville France Teapot – Brown Ceramic with Colorful Accents - 2Y505
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This charming vintage ceramic teapot from Luneville, France, is a delightful addition to any tea set or collection. Measuring 4.1 inches (10.5 cm) in height, 5.7 inches (14.5 cm) in ...
Category
20th Century Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Ceramic
Outstanding Wooden Carved Fighting Stags by K. Bach, 1946
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A grandiose handcarved wood sculpture of fighting stags. Very detailed natural carving. Carved signature of K. Bach 1946.
Measures: Width: 23.62" (60cm)
Height: 7.48" (19cm)
Depth:...
Category
Late 19th Century German Black Forest Antique Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Vintage 20th Century Lux Glass Handmade Catchall – Austria - 2Y513
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This elegant vintage 20th-century catchall, handcrafted from Lux Glass in Austria, is a stunning and functional decorative piece. Measuring 3.3 inches (8.5 c...
Category
20th Century Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Glass
Vintage Vienna Dressmaker Mannequin Doll 1930
Located in Vienna, AT
Baldessari Vintage model / dressmaker mannequin 1930s, Austria Vienna, good condition.
Category
1930s Vintage Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Ancient Pair of Carved Wooden Sculptures of Horses, 19th Century
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Ancient pair of carved hardwood sculptures, depicting a pair of trotting horses, sculpted in the 19th century.
They measure about W 7 x H 30 x T 30 cm.
Category
Early 19th Century European Antique Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Huge Black Forest Carved Fallow Deer Head with Large Antlers, circa 1890
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Huge black forest carved fallow deer head with large antlers circa. 1890
A monumental wooden carved Black Forest fallow deer head. Carved with realistic details in South Germany ca. 1890. It comes with a pair massive fallow deer antler trophys. This head is a great rustic wall decoration in Black Forest style which highlights each wall decoration.
A special way to present hunting trophies is to attach them to carved animal heads...
Category
Late 19th Century German Rustic Antique Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Antler, Wood
Vintage 20th-Century Longchamp Mistral Floral Plate – 26 cm - 2Y316
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This charming vintage 20th-century Longchamp Mistral plate features a beautiful floral design, reflecting the timeless elegance of French ceramics.
Condition: Good vintage condition...
Category
20th Century French Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Ceramic
Large Italian painting with maritime sunset painting 1950s 20th century
Located in Palermo, IT
Captures the breathtaking beauty of a maritime adventure under a dramatic sky. Known for his maritime art, he masterfully portrays a scene in which the horizon sparkles with the fier...
Category
20th Century Italian Art Deco Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
AR Didrachm Sicily, Akragas, 480-470 BC
Located in UTRECHT, UT
Obverse: AKRA / ΓA in retrograde, eagle right
Reverse: crab
Weight: 8.93 g
Grade: About extremely fine
Mint: Akragas
Reference: Hoover 99
Year: 480-470 BC
Category
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Greek Antique Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Silver
Musicians Bone Carving Bone and Wood, Around 1900
Located in Vienna, AT
Carved figures of wood and bone, on wooden base, height ca.17 cm. around 1900, three figures, good condition.
Category
Early 1900s Antique Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Vintage 20th Century Ceramic Pitcher – Handmade Design - 2Y506
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This vintage 20th-century ceramic pitcher is a charming and functional piece of handmade craftsmanship. Measuring 6.3 inches (16 cm) in height, 8.1 inches (20.5 cm) in length, and 3....
Category
20th Century Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage 20th Century Handmade Vallauris Pastis and Water Ceramic Fountain- 2Y503
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This vintage 20th-century handmade ceramic fountain from Vallauris is a remarkable decorative piece that combines functionality with artistry. Measuring 17.7 inches (45 cm) in height...
Category
20th Century Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Ceramic
Stoneware sculptural plate by Georges Martin, circa 1970-1980.
By George Martin
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Stoneware sculptural plate with geometric decoration by Georges Martin.
Artist signature on the base. Circa 1970-1980. Unique piece.
H : 24.6 x 1.6 inches.
Category
20th Century French Beaux Arts Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage 20th Century Set of 8 Fondue Plates – Stoneware - 2Y518
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This vintage 20th-century set of 8 fondue plates, crafted from authentic stoneware, embodies timeless functionality and rustic charm. Each plate measures ...
Category
20th Century Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Stoneware
Antique Danish Wooden Mangle Board Wedding Love Gift with Horse Dated 1768
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish mangle board (clothing and bedding press) dated 1768.
Made of wood richly decorated with hand-carved geometric patterns and a horse as handle. With original brown, green and ...
Category
1760s Scandinavian Folk Art Antique Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Set of 3 Bamboo Baskets, Italy, 1960s
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of 3 bamboo baskets, Italy, 1960s
Found in a villa in a well-known Sicilian seaside resort, Taormina.
They are in good condition, small signs of aging.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Bamboo
A Polynesian war-club or 'Gata waka'
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Fiji, probably early 20th century
Polynesian culture is traditionally a culture of power and prestige, and there was a fine line between battle and ceremony. Warrior people par exce...
Category
Early 20th Century Fijian Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Hardwood
Antoni Gaudi Decorative Ceramic Spanish Tile of Casa Vicens
By Antoni Gaudí
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Decorative ceramic tile by Antoni Gaudi, inspired by the marigold and dianthus motifs on the decorative ceramic tiles he designed for the facade of Casa Vicens, which constitute some...
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Jugendstil Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Ceramic
Large Collection of Carousel Figures, Popeye, Donald Duck, Mickey Mouse...
Located in Mortsel, BE
Large private collection of carousel animals, please send message when questions.
Category
Early 20th Century Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Royal Conclave: A Manuscript Glimpse into Persian Courtly Life
Located in Langweer, NL
A page from a Persian manuscript, distinguished by its intricate miniature painting and surrounding script.
Description
The artwork shows a scene ...
Category
Early 18th Century Antique Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Paper
Vintage Stag Horn Carving Set Solingen, Germany
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vintage Stag Horn Carving Set Solingen, Germany
A rustic carving set consisting of fork and knife. The handles are made of genuine stag horn and feature ...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Black Forest Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Metal
Madonna con Bambino Round Low Relief
By Raffaello Romanelli
Located in Milan, IT
This round low relief is a singular artwork crafted by sculptor Raffaello Romanelli in 1896 and exhibited in the monument for Donatello in the Saint Lawrenc...
Category
2010s Italian Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Other
Vintage Porcelain Bear Statue, Germany, ca 1950s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vintage Porcelain Bear Statue, Germany, ca 1950s
Item e7269
An old porcelain bear statue, decorated with polychrome colors. Made in Germany ca. 1950s. Illegible maker's signature on ...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Victorian Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Porcelain
Iconic Vintage PH5 Chandelier for L. Poulsen of DK with Art Work
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Søborg, DK
An Iconic Vintage PH5 chandelier by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen of Denmark from the 1970s with abstract art work by Gallery Sixty One.
The art work ...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage 20th Century Soliflore Vase – Vallauris "Arc en Ciel" Style - 2Y488
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This vintage 20th-century soliflore vase, styled in the Vallauris "Arc en Ciel" tradition, is a delightful piece of ceramic artistry. Measuring 6.5 inches (16.5 cm) in height, 3.3 in...
Category
20th Century Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Ceramic
Medusa Low Relief by Romanelli
By Raffaello Romanelli
Located in Milan, IT
An extraordinary work of art by Romanelli sculptors, this low relief is inspired by the celebrated Medusa Rondanini, a Hellenistic marble copy of the ...
Category
2010s Italian Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Plaster
Antique Sailor Fabric Hat, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Fabric traditional sailor fabric hat. Made by unknown manufacturer, circa 1950. In original condition, with some visible signs of previous use and age, preserving a beautiful p...
Category
1950s Asian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Rattan
Malachite chessboard
Located in Nivelles, BE
Malachite chessboard
This chess game comes from Congo in the 1960s.
Each piece is meticulously hand-carved from two exquisite, contrasting materials: gleaming malachite and luxurious...
Category
1960s Congolese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Continental Europe - Folk Art
Materials
Malachite
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