Europe - Folk Art

Jacques Migeon - La Borne 20th grey stoneware ceramic tea pot Unique handmade piece French mid century design Signed under the base Original perfect condition Heigh...

Set of 3 brutalist nesting tables in solid wood, France, circa 1950. Great set of tables that can either be used as a nest or a cluster. The have a particularly nice wood grain ...

An exceptional and rare antique riding crop, featuring superbly detailed silver mounts with chased and repoussé figural and foliate decoration, li...

This vintage 20th-century French table liqueur set is a charming and decorative piece, perfect for collectors or as a unique display item. The set includes a wooden barrel and six sm...

Vintage Gobelin set of clutch handbag and coin purse, black base with floral embroidery on both sides, enameled brass frame and chain strap. The interior is lined in black silk with ...

A very fine and unique, fresh to market, stoneware studio pottery tile shaped panel hand painted with a rear profile of a walking female nude titled Nude by renowned ceramic artist Eric James Mellon...

A stolen gem!!!! beautiful penned circa mid to late 18th century notice for it to be returned. Housed in a later glazed deep moulded gilt frame “Stolen or strayed the 8th instant At...

Antique Stainless Steel and Horn 12 Pieces Tableware Set, Germany 1930s A rustic tabelware set consisting of six knives and six forks. The handles are made of genuine deer horn. The...

A pair of late 19th Century polychrome painted wooden Indian figures. It’s likely that these figures were brought back to Britain from India as ...

Elegant set of four vintage crystal wine glasses, each showcasing timeless craftsmanship. While these glasses retain their charm, they exh...

Crafted in late 19th century France, this nickel-plated brass oil lamp represents a significant development in the history of lighting. Known as a Pigeon lamp...

Early 20th century scratch built Church model We share what we love, and we love this scratch-built pine model of a church. Hand carved detail with gla...

Delightful rustic Tramp Art wall mirror from the late 19th century in Austria around 1880. Elaborately hand carved out of basswood this over 140 year old Tramp Art mirror comes with ...

Albert Chubac (1925-20008),Composition, Acrylic on paper representing an abstract character, Workshop stamp lower right, Framed, circa 1960, France. Measures : Width 50 cm, Height 65 cm. Albert Chubac was born in Geneva in 1920. After studying decorative art, then at the Beaux-Arts in Geneva, he obtained grants to travel to Italy, Algeria, Spain, Egypt and Greece, stages which will mark his work. He settled in 1964 on the Côte d ‘Azur in Aspremont in a very Spartan house, attracted by the light, the sun and the colors of nature. The year 1967 is the year of the establishment of the School of Nice. He will work and exhibit alongside Aman, César, Tinguely, Gilli, Ben, Rayse, etc ... In 1990, it was the consecration with the opening of MAMAC in Nice. Albert Chubac then becomes accessible to the general public. He will use solid primary colors, will develop modifiable structures and then develop the collages in three dimensions. Gradually, he broke away from his classical training and figuration to move towards abstraction through the encounters and influences of contemporary artists. Always in search of simplicity, He will radically limit the plastic means with a reduced palette, geometric shapes and simple gestures to concentrate on minimum conditions of possibility. His work, which lies between constructivism and geometric abstraction, is playful and imbued with the artist's joie de vivre. In 2004, following the major retrospective at the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Nice, he donated around one hundred works to the City of Nice. Albert Chubac died in 2008 in Tourrette-Levens, near Aspremont. Bibliography: - Albert Chubac, MAMAC Nice, Cultures Nice Editions, 2004. - Albert Chubac: exhibition, Nice, Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, January 29 - May 16, 2004. - Albert Chubac, Galerie Harter, 2013. - Albert Chubac, a lifetime of artist, Patrick Boussu and Cynthia Lemesle, South Art éditions, 2021. During the workshop auctions in Nice and Marseille, the Harter Gallery acquired the largest part of his work. Personal exhibitions: - 1950: Personal exhibition in Athens at the Zappéion museum. - 1954: Exhibition at the Arman Gallery in Geneva. - 1956: Exhibition at the Galerie Connaître in Geneva. - 1957: Exhibition at the Galerie La Palette in Zurich. - 1958: Exhibition at the Galerie L’Entracte in Lausanne. - 1960: Exhibition at the World House Gallery in New York. - 1967: Exhibition at the Galerie Loo in Geneva, at the Salon Comparaison in Paris, Aspects in Chexbres in Switzerland. - 1968: “Paintings” exhibitions from March 30 to May 11 at the Galerie Alexandre de la Salle. - 1970: Exhibition at the Maison des Jeunes et de la Culture de Magnan in Nice, at the Maison de la Culture Le Corbusier in Firminy entitled "Chubac recent works" and at the Galerie Royal Luxembourg in Nice. - 1971: Exhibition at the Galerie Germain in Paris and at the Fernand Léger School in Malakoff. - 1972: Exhibition on the village square of Aspremont, at the Galerie Royal Luxembourg in Nice. - 1973: Exhibition at the Galerie Ferrero in Nice. - 1974: Exhibition at Art-club in Antibes. - 1975: Exhibition at the Galerie Jacques Boudin rue de Dijon in Nice. - 1978: Exhibition at the Galerie Anne Roger in Nice. - 1980: Exhibition at the Galerie de la Salle in Saint-Paul de Vence from August 8 to September 9. - 1981: Exhibition at Lieu 5 in Nice from February 13 to March 20. - 1983: Exhibition at the Galerie d'Art Contemporain in Nice, at Anne Roger. - 1984: Exhibition "Lille Nice" at the Galerie GodArt in Lille from April 14 to May 17 and at the Galerie Luisella d´Alessandro in Turin. - 1985: Exhibition in Thonon les Bains at the Galerie Galise. - 1988: Exhibitions at Galerie Argéco in Nice and Galerie Triade in Barbizon - 1989: Exhibitions at the Galerie de la Salle, at Lola Gassin's in Nice, in galleries in Nice - 1990: he made four mobiles for the MAMAC in Nice, Exhibitions at the Galerie François Moulin in Lyon and Golden Gallery, ArtJunction in Nice. - 1991: Exhibition at the Galerie de la Salle in Saint-Paul. - 1992: Exhibitions at the Espace du consulat suisse in Nice, Besançon and opening of the Espace Chubac in Tourrette-Levens. - 1993: Exhibition at the Maison Comoni in Revest-les-Eaux, at the Galerie François Moulin in Lyon. - 1994: Exhibition at the Espace Caravadossi in Aspremont. - 1996: Exhibition at the Espace Dellile in Nice. - 1997: Exhibition at the Galerie de la Salle in Saint-Paul. - 1998: Last personal exhibition at the Galerie de la Salle in Saint-Paul. - 2000: Exhibition at Lympia college in Nice. - 2001: Exhibition at the Espace Chubac in Tourette-Levens. - 2002: Exhibition at the Galerie Scholtès in Nice and in Carcès in the Var entitled "Albert Chubac-Couleurs mobiles". - 2004: Great Albert Chubac retrospective at MAMAC in Nice. - 2011: Permanent exhibition at the Galerie Harter in Nice. - 2012: Exhibition at the Olympia Show in London at the Christopher Jones Gallery and at the Serge Castella Interiors Gallery in Bascara, Spain. - 2013: Exhibition at the Municipal Contemporary Art Gallery of Pochettes in Nice. - 2019/2021: Exhibition of works belonging to the permanent collection of MAMAC in Nice and exhibition "Geometry according to Albert Chubac" at the Galerie Harter in Nice. - 2021/2021: Permanent exhibition at Galerie Atelier 55...

Early 20th century hand carved pine fairground figure A rare piece of fairground art, in the form of a hand carved, painted polychrome Jeu de massacre fairground knock- down figure. ...

This vintage 20th-century ceramic cheese platter, titled "Perrette et le Pot au Lait," is a charming and functional piece of French tableware. Measuring 5.7 inches (14.5 cm) in heigh...

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...

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 ...

This vintage jam jar from Salins, France, features the delightful "Confiture Bonne Femme Auberge Paysanne" design, celebrating rustic French charm. Its practical size and traditional...

Venetian school of the mid-18th century. Oil on canvas painting depicting an invented landscape composition of remarkable pictorial quality. On the right is a ruined building, probab...

African Art by Kongolo Relief in Brass, 1979 Kongolo , African Art Relief in brass Signed and dated 1979 Measurement is 72.5 cm high. 41.5 cm wide and the depth is 3.5 cm.         

This early twentieth-century African Madonna figurative sculpture from the Makonde culture in southern Tanzania, close to the border of Mozambique, exhibits a wonderful sense of move...

This is an authentic vintage Malagasy hand-carved sculpture depicting a nude female figure, skillfully crafted from solid ebony wood. Originating from Madagascar, this mid-20th-centu...

This antique 20th-century oil on canvas painting features a captivating floral still life bouquet, perfect for adding a touch of elegance to your home decor. Measuring 21 inches (53 ...

A large antique wabi sabi tray with heavy patina from age and use. Old repiars with metal.

19th century Swedish wooden box from Umeå västerbotten,Northern Sweden An beautiful untouched original painted box with beautiful colors dated 1825...

Large Antique Photo Album with Wooden Carved Cover, Brienz ca. 1900 A lovely antique photo album featuring a lindenwood carved cover depicting a hunte...

Collection of 3 Italian 19th century Marionettes A fantastic set of 3 19th century hand crafted marionette puppets. All with original cotton, silk and valour clothing intact, han...

"Ndoma” Baule Portrait Mask, Ivory Coast, Circa 1930 Wood, heavy wood with deep brown-black lacquered patina. A superb old hardwood dance mask featuring an ...

A ceramic vase with wood firing by Bruno H' rdy. Signed at the base. Perfect original conditions. Circa 1970-1980. Unique piece.

An unusual and striking mid-century Dutch Brutalist orange glazed art pottery vase possibly by Jaap Ravelli (1916-2011) and dating from around 1960. T...

True in all its elements to the original examples which date from the early Chinese Tang period. The black glazed horse is naturalistically modelled. It stands on a rectangular base ...

Edward III 1361-1369 Gold Noble Treaty Period 1361 - 1369, London. Country: England England Period: House of Plantagenet Ruler: Edward III Phase: treaty period (1361-1369) Producti...

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...

Antique Lion's Head in Polychrome and Cast Iron on Stand Just a wonderful antique lion’s head in heavy cast iron on a later stand. The lion most probably used to be a door ornament ...

The African Kuba Bwoom tribal mask is the oldest known mask, the Kuba bwoom mask. The materials used for the realization of the Mask are: Wood, colors and vibrates plants, caures, beads, animal hair. In dance it expresses exuberance and joy. The style is similar to that of the middle Kasai. This mask is a helmet with animal hair, carved with a very wide forehead and hollow cheeks that are announced by motifs or dashes and beads. The mouth of the mask is very pronounced carved in wood and then applied on the mask. To distinguish the forehead in different areas are used black and white beads to draw attention to other aspects of the face such as the nose and chin. The entire edge of the chin is surrounded by beads of various colors. The person wearing the mask cannot look because there are no holes for the eyes present; the mask must create the feeling of being blind. Some masks similar to the bwoom mask include the funny mask, the ram mask and initiation masks such as Nnup. The real Kuba masks...

Exceptional collection of Tibetan Money, exchange currency in shell all of them with little holes to adjust them to a belt or object to hold them togeth...

Behold this majestic antique carousel figure featuring a regal lion. Meticulously hand-carved from wood, this vintage piece exudes timeless charm. A p...

Meticulously handcrafted by ceramicist Stefania Boemi, this anthropomorphic vase of the Greek goddess Persephone is a testament to ancient crafting traditions. Crafted of terracotta ...

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 ...

This beautifully crafted German beer stein from the mid-20th century is adorned with the phrase "Frohbeim Bier Das Lieben Wir" ("Frohbeim Beer We Love"). A timeless piece for any col...

Bath cabinet makers. In the Liberty style. An early Arts & Crafts oak break front sideboard with Dutch inlaid scenes of mill owners with there little bla...

An extremely rare Papua wood sculpture of a Korwar Papua New Guinea, Cendrawasih Bay, Wandammen, early 19th century Measures: Height 24 x Diameter 18 cm Finely carved in th...

These vintage 20th-century bronze furniture fittings in the Empire style are a beautiful and decorative addition to any collection. Measuring 5.1 inches (13 cm) in height and 2.8 inc...

Wooden Micro Carving Plaque by Johann Rint ca. 1880 A small wall plaque with detailed relief carvings worked out of linden wood by Johann Rint ca. 1880....

Tutsi Archer’s Bracelet (Arm Guard) Origin: Rwanda or Burundi, Great Lakes Region Ethnic Group: Tutsi Material: Carved hardwood with copper inlays Dimensions: 17.5 x 21 cm diameter, ...

This vintage French ceramic pitcher, signed Fchapmm, features a charming floral design with delicate hand-painted details. A beautifully crafted piece that captures the essence of tr...

Carved figures of wood and bone, on wooden base, height ca.17 cm. around 1900, three figures, good condition.

This late nineteenth-century headrest, from the Oromo culture in Ethiopia, displays a rare form. Above a triangular-shaped base, the curved, crescent-shaped neck rest features four c...

This mid-20th-century abstract oil painting on canvas, titled "Knight Reining His Steed," is a striking piece that adds a touch of artistic flair to any collection. Measuring 26.4 in...

Interesting 18th century painting, Chinese School, for the European market, depicting a porcelain sales woman dealing with European traders. Medium: Oil on canvas. Measures: 62.5 x...

Antique early 20th century pair of hand painted rag dolls of a man and a woman. Manufactured circa 1920 in Spain. In original condition, with wear consistent with age and use,...

Vincenzo Eulissi 1970 gilded bronze modern sculpture in lost wax.

This charming early 20th-century print, titled "Moniteur des Dames et des Demoiselles," is a delightful piece that brings a touch of elegance and history to your collection. Measurin...

Hand-carved and hand-painted wooden birds on a tree branch. The upper bird features a detailed feather structure with decorative white and blue markings on its tail, while the lower...

This charming early 20th-century print, titled "Moniteur des Dames et des Demoiselles," is a delightful piece that brings a touch of elegance and history to your collection. Measurin...

This delightful Italian faience decorative cauldron is a stunning piece with vibrant colors that add warmth and charm to any space. Crafted with attention to detail, it embodies the ...

Vintage St Clément "Barbotine" Fruit Bowl This is a vintage fruit bowl or compote dish from St Clément, a renowned French pottery. Dating to the 20th century, the piece is made from ...

Vintage St Amand Ceramic Sauce Boat Set This is a vintage ceramic sauce boat and underplate set from St Amand, France, a region known for its quality earthenware. Dating to the 20th ...

Vintage Glass Wine Decanter This is a vintage glass wine decanter from the 20th century. The decanter has a classic form with a wide, bulbous body and a long, narrow neck, designed t...