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Item Ships From: Illinois
Massive Antique Garage Sign
Located in Dekalb, IL
Carved and painted dimensional lettering adorned to a large painted plank to advertise a service station/car repair garage.
145.5" W x 25" H
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Vintage Budweiser Clydesdale Team Embossed Plastic Sign
Located in Dekalb, IL
c. 1988; Santa Anita Park - Arcadia, California
Plastic promotional sign for the West Paddock Gardens at Santa Anita Racetrack.
This colorful sign features a stylized and dimension...
Category
1980s American Vintage Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Plastic
Found and Salvaged Steel House Structure, Modern and Minimalist Sculpture
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
Jim Rose, known primarily for his steel furniture, was an avid collector and scoured salvage yards for unique and interesting items. Here, a collection of found steel is reworked, pr...
Category
2010s American Folk Art Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Metal, Steel
Vintage Wood Set of Dominoes
Located in Chicago, IL
This complete set of oversized carved wood dominoes is both fun and functional, perfect for family game nights or leisurely afternoons at your weekend retreat. Each domino is thought...
Category
Late 20th Century American Country Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Wood
1950’s Enamel and Neon Corner Sign Cafe
Located in Chicago, IL
1950’s enamel and neon corner Cafe sign. It has new transformer and wiring. Please note that there will be additional fee for making shipping crate.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Enamel
Found and Salvaged Steel House Structure, Modern and Minimalist Sculpture
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
Jim Rose, known primarily for his steel furniture, was an avid collector and scoured salvage yards for unique and interesting items. Here, a collection of found steel is reworked, pr...
Category
2010s American Folk Art Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Metal, Steel
Early 20th Century American Crazy Quilt in Turquoise, Pink, Yellow, Navy, Green
Located in Barrington, IL
A striking and expressive example of American textile art, this early 20th-century Crazy Quilt features a vivid patchwork of hand-cut and hand-stitched cotton and flannel pieces in turquoise, pink, yellow, navy, red, and more. The irregular, abstract shapes are joined by intricate herringbone embroidery, giving the quilt visual rhythm and textural detail. Set on a soft flannel cotton backing, the quilt balances aesthetic richness with tactile warmth. Discovered in New England and likely crafted in Pennsylvania, this piece embodies the traditional Crazy Quilt form—created not for bedding but as decorative throws that doubled as a form of artistic expression. With its vibrant palette and artisanal construction, it is ideal for display as wall art or as a bold, historic accent in interior decor.
Dimensions: 70” x 85”
Date of Manufacture: 1st Quarter of the 1900s
Place of Origin: United States
Material: Wool, Cotton
Condition: Good
The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU: 2123
early 20th century crazy quilt, antique American quilt, hand-stitched crazy quilt, flannel-backed quilt, colorful patchwork quilt, turquoise pink quilt, vintage textile art, Pennsylvania crazy quilt, herringbone embroidery quilt, collectible folk art quilt, crazy quilt wall art, decorative antique quilt, American quilt history, handmade crazy quilt, heirloom patchwork textile, antique interior decor quilt, American Crazy Quilts, Vintage Crazy Quilts...
Category
Early 20th Century American Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Collection of (3) Native American Folk Art Canoes
Located in Chicago, IL
Collection of (3) Native American Folk Art Children's Toy Canoes most likely made between the 1940's and 1950's. Two of the Folk Art Children's Canoes were made from Birchbark, while...
Category
1950s American Folk Art Vintage Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Birch
Vintage Pennsylvania Amish “Churn Dash” Hand-Stitched Cotton Quilt
Located in Barrington, IL
This beautifully hand-crafted Amish quilt, made in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania circa the mid-1900s, features the classic “Churn Dash” pattern—a beloved motif in American quiltmaking, symbolizing home, work, and tradition. Rendered in a joyful palette of lavender, turquoise, and pink, the design strikes a harmonious balance between bold geometry and gentle color.
Each fabric piece was carefully hand-cut and stitched with remarkable precision, showcasing the exceptional skill and dedication of its maker. True to Amish tradition, the quilt was constructed from materials readily available in the home—an inspired act of reuse that transformed everyday fabric into lasting art.
The result is a quilt that speaks not only to function but to deep cultural values: simplicity, resourcefulness, and quiet beauty. The fine craftsmanship and striking visual appeal make this piece a desirable collector’s item and a stunning candidate for wall display.
Please note: Some color distortion may occur in photos—refer to the video for the most accurate representation.
Dimensions: 43” x 55”
Date of Manufacture: 2nd Quarter of the 1900s
Place of Origin: Pennsylvania, United States
Material: Cotton
Condition: Good
The Persian Knot, SKU: 2239
Amish Churn Dash Quilt, American Amish Churn Dash Quilts, Churn Dash Quilts, Vintage Amish Churn Dash Quilts, Antique Amish Quilts, Amish American Quilts, Pennsylvania Quilts, Lancaster County Quilts...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Cotton
$1,520 Sale Price
47% Off
Baule Painted Ram Mask
Located in Chicago, IL
The Baule people of the Ivory Coast used ram masks in secular, public performances. Realistically carved, and wonderfully decorated, they were designed to draw attention and enhance ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Ivorian Tribal Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Found and Salvaged Steel House Structure on a Reclaimed Steel Plate, Wooden Base
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
Jim Rose, known primarily for his steel furniture, was an avid collector and scoured salvage yards for unique and interesting items. Here, a collection of found steel is reworked and...
Category
2010s American Folk Art Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Metal, Steel
Early 20th Century Wrought Iron Yoruba Ọ̀sanyìn Staff
Located in Chicago, IL
This early 20th-century Yoruba Ọ̀sanyìn staff, meticulously crafted from wrought iron, features a prominent central bird surrounded by several stylized avian figures, symbolizing spi...
Category
Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Wrought Iron
19th Century Hand Stitched American Amish Crib Quilt in Pink, Ivory, Navy Blue
Located in Barrington, IL
19th century hand-stitched and quilted American Amish Crib Quilt in a” Diamond in a Square” pattern from Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The quilt has a very fine hand stitching with primary colors of ivory, pink, burgundy, and navy blue. The Amish community in Pennsylvania hand craft the quilts for their own use using the material that they had on hand. It is a beautiful example of an upcycling and reuse of material that has utilitarian functions but is also a representation of the art and culture that is woven into it.
Dimensions: 32” x 32”
Date of Manufacture: 4th Quarter of the 1800s
Place of Origin: Pennsylvania, United States
Material: Cotton
Condition: Good
Amish Crib Quilts, Amish American Quilts, Pennsylvania Quilts, Lancaster County Quilts...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Cotton
$2,000 Sale Price
31% Off
Folk Art Hand-Made Iron Rooster
Located in Chicago, IL
A mischievous 20th century American folk art rooster sculpture with a wonderful disposition, and beautiful rusted finish. Perfect indoors or out!
Category
20th Century American Folk Art Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Iron
20th Century Naga People's Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
This 20th-century chair, hand-carved from a single piece of wood by the Naga people of India, is a remarkable blend of primitive charm and modern spirit. The Naga people, known for t...
Category
20th Century Indian Primitive Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Wood
19th Century Hand Stitched Crazy Quilt in Turquoise, Yellow, Navy, Green, Red
Located in Barrington, IL
A remarkable example of American textile folk art, this late 19th-century Society Crazy Quilt is hand-pieced, hand-stitched, and richly embroidered. Constructed in a 7x7 block structure, each 11" x 11" square was created by a different individual—likely members of a sewing society or women’s group—making this quilt not only a masterwork of craftsmanship but a collaborative historical artifact. The vibrant color palette includes striking combinations of turquoise, pink, yellow, navy, and green, giving the quilt dynamic visual appeal. Elaborate herringbone embroidery connects each block, showcasing both unity and individuality in the design. Backed with cotton and discovered in New England, this piece was possibly crafted in Pennsylvania in the early 20th century. Crazy quilts like this were traditionally used as decorative throws and are now highly collectible for their artistic composition and cultural resonance. Ideal for wall display, it embodies both bold aesthetics and a profound communal legacy.
Dimensions: 77” x 77”
Date of Manufacture: 4th Quarter of the 1800s
Place of Origin: United States
Material: Wool, Cotton
Condition: Good
The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU: 2136
19th century crazy quilt, Society quilt, American folk art textile, antique embroidered quilt, turquoise crazy quilt, hand-stitched crazy quilt, vintage patchwork quilt, herringbone embroidery quilt, Pennsylvania textile art, late 1800s quilt, collaborative American quilt, heirloom crazy quilt, antique quilt wall art, colorful crazy quilt, vintage decorative throw, early 20th century quilt, American Crazy Quilts, Vintage Crazy Quilts...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Wool, Cotton
$1,520 Sale Price
47% Off
"Cantonese Iron Kung Fu" Ghanaian Movie Poster, c. 1985
Located in Chicago, IL
Starring Bryan Leung, "Cantonen Iron Kung Fu" was a martial arts film from Hong Kong made in 1979. Frequently, theaters in Ghana were unable to import off...
Category
1980s Ghanaian Vintage Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Paint, Paper
Jim Rose - Construct No. 05, Salvaged Steel and Aluminum Industrial Objects
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
Jim Rose, known primarily for his steel furniture, was an avid collector and scoured salvage yards for unique, interesting items. Here he has welded together various metal pieces to...
Category
2010s American Folk Art Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Metal, Steel
1950s "Prince Buddah" Circus Sideshow Banner
Located in Chicago, IL
1950s "Prince Buddah" circus sideshow banner.
Category
1950s American Folk Art Vintage Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Iron
Found and Salvaged Steel House Structure on a Reclaimed Steel Base
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
Jim Rose, known primarily for his steel furniture, was an avid collector and scoured salvage yards for unique and interesting items. Here, a collection of spare parts come together ...
Category
2010s American Folk Art Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Metal, Steel
1950’s Enamel and Neon TV Sign
Located in Chicago, IL
1950’s enamel and glass TV sign. It has new transformer and new wiring. There will be Additional fee for shipping crate.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Enamel
19th Century Hand-Stitched Amish Quilt in Forest Green, Burgundy, and Baby Blue
Located in Barrington, IL
An exceptional 19th-century American Amish quilt featuring a striking "Diamond in a Square Trip Around the World" pattern, hand-stitched with precision and care. Originating from the Amish communities of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, this quilt showcases a bold palette of forest green, burgundy, and baby blue — a unique color combination that enhances the geometric movement of the traditional layout. Each piece of fabric was hand-cut and repurposed from materials available at the time, resulting in a utilitarian object elevated to an expression of cultural identity and visual artistry. A superb example of early American craftsmanship, this quilt is both a collector’s item and a compelling piece of textile art for refined interiors.
Dimensions: 73” x 73”
Date of Manufacture: 4th Quarter of the 1800s
Place of Origin: Pennsylvania, United States
Material: Cotton
Condition: Good
19th century Amish quilt, antique hand-stitched quilt, Diamond in a Square quilt, Trip Around the World quilt, Lancaster County quilt, forest green and burgundy quilt, baby blue quilt, antique American patchwork, Amish textile art, early American quilt, heirloom Pennsylvania quilt, folk art quilt, Amish repurposed fabric quilt, antique Americana textile, historic Amish hand quilting, Amish Trip Around the World Quilts, Amish American Quilts, Pennsylvania Quilts, Lancaster County Quilts...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Cotton
$3,920 Sale Price
50% Off
circa 1900 Miniature Model of a Black Forest Bear Bench
Located in Chicago, IL
circa 1900 Miniature Model of Black Forest Bear Bench. "Black Forest" is a term to describe elaborate, realistic wood carvings from an area in ...
Category
Early 20th Century German Black Forest Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Walnut
Salampasu Mask
Located in Chicago, IL
This ceremonial African mask is linked to the Salampasu people of the Bantu ethnic group located primarily in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Salampasu masks...
Category
Mid-20th Century Congolese Folk Art Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Bamboo
$980
20th Century Shipibo Pot
Located in Chicago, IL
A striking 20th century Amazonian Shipibo pot hand-built from clay, decorated with wide red and orange lines, and glazed with the sap of a tree. Members of...
Category
20th Century Brazilian Tribal Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Clay
French Burnt Orange Oil on Canvas Painting by Pierre Coquet, 1960s
Located in Chicago, IL
A 1960s oil on canvas painting by French artist Pierre Coquet. This textured abstract features fluid, geometric motifs in burnt orange with brown accents. Signed ‘P. Coquet’ bottom r...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Vintage Pennsylvania Amish “One Patch” Hand-Stitched Crib Quilt
Located in Barrington, IL
A charming and authentic mid-20th century Amish crib quilt from Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, featuring the classic “One Patch” pattern. This beautifully hand-crafted piece is composed of hand-cut and hand-stitched cotton squares in a harmonious palette of blue and brown. With meticulous needlework and a minimalist design, the quilt reflects the Amish community’s values of simplicity, utility, and resourcefulness. Made using repurposed fabrics for personal household use, this quilt exemplifies sustainable craft and cultural heritage. A rare find in excellent vintage condition, it is perfect for collectors, nursery decor, or as a distinctive design accent in any interior.
Dimensions: 32” x 40”
Date of Manufacture: 3rd Quarter of the 1900s
Place of Origin: Pennsylvania, United States
Material: Cotton
Condition: Good
The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU: 2235
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Category
Mid-20th Century American Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Cotton
$1,920 Sale Price
33% Off
Minimalist Modern Structure, Rusted Steel on Wood Block Base
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
Jim Rose, known primarily for his steel furniture, was an avid collector and scoured salvage yards for unique and interesting items. Here, found steel objects are welded together to ...
Category
2010s American Minimalist Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Metal, Steel
Stanley Szwarc stainless steel box.
By Stanley Szwarc
Located in Winnetka, IL
This is a cool geometric adorned stainless steel scrap metal box made by a polish immigrant folk artist Stanley Szwarc in 1999
Category
1990s North American Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage American Amish “Diamond in a Square” Hand-Stitched Cotton Quilt
Located in Barrington, IL
A bold and beautifully composed mid-20th century Amish quilt from Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, hand-crafted in the striking “Diamond in a Square” pattern. This expertly pieced and finely hand-stitched cotton quilt features a rich palette of pink, blue, and plum, creating a visually compelling geometric composition. Crafted entirely by hand using repurposed household fabrics, this quilt exemplifies the Amish tradition of turning utilitarian necessity into works of enduring folk art. Its clean lines, color harmony, and masterful stitching make it a standout heirloom piece, equally suited to wall display or thoughtful integration into a sophisticated interior.
Dimensions: 42” x 50”
Date of Manufacture: 3rd Quarter of the 1900s
Place of Origin: Pennsylvania, United States
Material: Cotton
Condition: Good
The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU: 2243
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Category
Mid-20th Century American Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Cotton
$2,320 Sale Price
20% Off
Early 20th Century French Naval Battleship Training Models
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare set of early 20th century cast lead French Naval battleship training models used by servicemen in identifying ships from the air. We had a custom steel plate made for display ...
Category
Early 20th Century French Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Lead
Early 20th Century American Amish “Sunshine and Shadows” Hand Stitched Quilt
Located in Barrington, IL
An outstanding example of early 20th-century American folk textile art, this Amish quilt from Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, is crafted in the traditional “Sunshine and Shadows” pattern. Composed of hand-cut and hand-stitched cotton squares in earthy tones of green and brown, this quilt reflects the Amish community’s dedication to functional craftsmanship and minimalist beauty. The fine, consistent hand stitching and carefully composed color gradations create a striking visual depth, highlighting the geometric precision of this beloved pattern. Made using repurposed materials, this quilt stands as a testament to sustainable artistry and cultural heritage. Whether used as a bed covering or displayed as a wall textile, it adds warmth, history, and authenticity to any space.
Dimensions: 84” x 85”
Date of Manufacture: 1st Quarter of the 1900s
Place of Origin: Pennsylvania, United States
Material: Cotton
Condition: Good
The Persian Knot, SKU: 2201
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Category
Early 20th Century American Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Cotton
$3,920 Sale Price
20% Off
Chinese Woven Garden Basket, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
It is easy to imagine someone, long ago, gathering a harvest from their garden or strolling to the market with this beautiful basket tucked under their arm. Hand-woven of young willo...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Willow, Bentwood
Yoruba Painted Veranda Post
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand carved with a figurative design, this TOTEM-like wooden post was crafted by an artisan of the Yoruba peoples of Nigeria. Resembling the tall houseposts used to support the roof of a home, this shorter post would have been placed on a veranda courtyard as a symbolic and decorative element and did not bear weight. This veranda post...
Category
Mid-20th Century Nigerian Tribal Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Vintage American Amish “Sunshine and Shadows” Hand-Stitched Cotton Quilt
Located in Barrington, IL
A visually captivating mid-20th century Amish quilt from Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, expertly hand-crafted in the traditional “Sunshine and Shadows” pattern. This vibrant patchwork design features a striking interplay of blue and green tones, punctuated by hand-cut squares in red, black, and ivory. The meticulously even hand stitching highlights the skill and care that define Amish quilt making, while the use of repurposed household fabrics reflects a heritage of resourcefulness and sustainability. More than a utilitarian textile, this quilt stands as a work of folk art—perfect for collectors, designers, or anyone seeking a meaningful statement piece with historical and aesthetic significance.
Dimensions: 47” x 55”
Date of Manufacture: 3rd Quarter of the 1900s
Place of Origin: Pennsylvania, United States
Material: Cotton
Condition: Good
The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU: 2244
vintage Amish quilt, Sunshine and Shadows quilt, hand-stitched patchwork quilt, antique American quilt, blue and green quilt, mid century Amish textile, Lancaster County quilt, handmade cotton quilt, repurposed fabric folk art, collectible Amish quilt, sustainable vintage decor, heirloom quilt, geometric patchwork quilt, Amish craftsmanship, quilt for interior design, Amish Sunshine and Shadows Quilt, American Amish Sunshine and Shadows Quilts, Vintage Amish Quilts, Antique Amish Quilts, Amish American Quilts, Pennsylvania Quilts, Lancaster County Quilts...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Cotton
$2,320 Sale Price
20% Off
Early 20th Century Chicago Pharmacist Milk Glass Sign
Located in Dekalb, IL
This sign was manufactured by Rawson & Evans sometime during the late 1800s and early 1900s. Rawson & Evans was best known for glue chipped glass signs and gold leaf signs. This sign...
Category
Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Metal
Yoruba Beaded Sash, c. 1950
Located in Chicago, IL
This intricately-constructed colorful train was painstakingly created by Yoruba artisans in Nigeria in the mid-20th century. Recent designs such as this were based upon sashes that s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Nigerian Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Shell, Fabric, Beads
Early 20th Century American Brass Dachshund Boot Scrape
Located in Chicago, IL
This early 20th-century American cast brass boot scrape takes the delightful form of a Dachshund, blending functionality with charm. Cast with remarkable detail, the dog’s long, low ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Brass
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Rooster Weathervane
Located in Chicago, IL
A charming early 20th American Folk Art carved pine rooster weathervane with a wonderful silhouette with a large tail, applied wings, and copper legs all supported by an iron rod wit...
Category
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Pine
Vintage Critic Quality Feeds Heavy Metal Litho Advertising Sign
Located in Dekalb, IL
c. 1950s; Beardstown Mills Company - Beardstown, IL
Vintage litho livestock feed sign.
This piece advertises Critic Quality livestock feeds from Beardstown Mills, a now-defunct flo...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Metal
African Topoke Iron Currency Blade, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
While shield and spear were central to African combat, this iron sword blade was most likely made to serve as a piece of trade currency. Many pre-colonization African currencies were...
Category
Early 20th Century Congolese Minimalist Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Iron
Vintage Minneapolis-Moline SSP Neon Sign
Located in Dekalb, IL
c. 1930s/1940s; Minneapolis Moline Power Implement Co. - Hopkins/Minneapolis, MN
Vintage single-sided porcelain tractor company neon sign.
This piece advertises Minneapolis-Moline,...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Metal
Kuba Beaded Laket Prestige Cap
By Kuba
Located in Chicago, IL
This petite cone-shaped cap, known as laket, was created by an artisan of the Kuba peoples of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The base is made of a simple woven raffia fabric, ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Congolese Tribal Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Shell, Fabric
Vintage Asian Batik Fabric Painting – Tribal Folk Wall Art in Indigo, Brick Red
Located in Barrington, IL
This vintage Asian batik fabric painting is a captivating example of traditional textile artistry. Hand-painted on indigo blue fabric, the piece features a dynamic arrangement of tri...
Category
Late 20th Century Indonesian Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Textile
Massive Five Foot Tall Navajo Eagle Dancer Kachina Doll signed "by GUY V.Y."
Located in Chicago, IL
Massive Five Foot Tall Navajo Kachina Doll is signed "by GUY V.Y." on the base, and titled "Eagle Dance" Guy Yazzie and his wife Pearl Zonnie Chee Horseherder Yazzie had at least 8-c...
Category
1970s American Folk Art Vintage Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Leather, Wood, Feathers
House Sculpture, Minimalist Modern Structure, Rusted Steel Wedge on Wood Blocks
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
Jim Rose, known primarily for his steel furniture, was an avid collector and scoured salvage yards for unique and interesting items. Here, found steel objects are welded together to ...
Category
2010s American Minimalist Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Metal, Steel
Kuba Dye-Resist Tcaka Textile
Located in Chicago, IL
Visually dynamic and highly textured, this raffia textile expresses the irregular, geometric patterns typical of Kuba textile art. Created by an artisan of the Kuba people of the Dem...
Category
20th Century Congolese Tribal Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Raffia
African Basuku Helmet Mask
Located in Chicago, IL
During their five hundred year history in the Southern Congo, the Basuku tribe developed a series of intricate rituals built around their skilled mask makers. This particular example was most likely carved in the likeness of a deceased chieftain. The artisan intentionally pronounced the eyes, cheeks, and chin to provide a terrifying test for young men as they underwent their rites for manhood. The Basuku's spiritual expressions inspired early 20th century western painters...
Category
20th Century Congolese Tribal Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Vintage Native American Navajo Rug in a Geometric Pattern in Earth Tone Colors
Located in Barrington, IL
A beautiful example of mid-20th century Native American textile artistry, this vintage Navajo rug features a finely handwoven geometric pattern rendered in an inviting palette of ear...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Teotihuacan Ceramic Head Fragment
Located in Chicago, IL
This intriguing head fragment was once attached to a bust or full effigy figurine crafted in 400 A.D. Mesoamerica. Earthenware figurines were made in great abundance throughout Teotihuacan's history. After 250 A.D. objects made from clay increased dramatically in Teotihuacan, serving a wide variety of purposes and functions from religious rituals to burial offerings.
Figurines like this commemorated important people and events within the city of Teotihuacan and other parts of Mesoamerica, portraying individuals of different rank and status such as soldiers, merchants, bureaucrats, and occasionally divinities. This figure is adorned with an elaborate headdress, a thick beaded necklace...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Mexican Pre-Columbian Antique Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Ceramic
Antique French Carved Wood Hand Painted Carousel Horse
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique French Carved Wood Hand Painted Carousel Horse Statue
This antique French carved wood hand-painted carousel horse statue embodies the charm and artistry of classic carousel...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Late Victorian Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Vintage Weather-Bird Shoes SSP Neon
Located in Dekalb, IL
Vintage porcelain base neon sign advertising Weather-Bird Shoes, a line of outdoor waterproof shoes manufactured by Peters, Division of International Shoe Co., St. Louis, MO.
This p...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Porcelain, Glass
Ethiopian Milk Vessel
Located in Chicago, IL
The Borana Oromo people of southern Ethiopia and northern Kenya are historically a cattle-keeping culture, and each household keeps a number of traditional vessels for storing and ch...
Category
Mid-20th Century Ethiopian Tribal Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Other
Vintage U.S. WWII Era Boeing PT-17 Stearman Wood Propeller
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage U.S. WWII Era Boeing PT-17 Stearman Wood Propeller
Decorate your living room, restaurant, hotel or lounge space with this exquisite memorabilia. This wooden propeller is fro...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown American Craftsman Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Found and Salvaged Steel Structure on a Wooden Base
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
Jim Rose, known primarily for his steel furniture, was an avid collector and scoured salvage yards for unique and interesting items. Here, a collection of spare parts come together ...
Category
2010s American Folk Art Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Metal, Steel
1930’s Enamel And Neon Braumeister Beer Sign
Located in Chicago, IL
1930’s enamel and neon sign Milwaukee’s Choicest Braumeister Beer Sign. New transformer and new wiring. Please note that it will be additional fee for shipping crate.
Category
1930s American Folk Art Vintage Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Enamel
Ngombe Throwing Knife, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
With its many blades and dramatic form, this impressive throwing knife would have been a status symbol and a form of currency among the Ngombe peoples o...
Category
Early 20th Century Congolese Tribal Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Iron
Signed Colorful Folk Art Lifesize Jester Sculpture
Located in Chicago, IL
Nearly six feet tall, this one-of-a-kind sculpture is created from carved wood and vibrant multicolored lacquer. Bright reds, blues, greens, yellow, orange and black. Signed "J.A. Bi...
Category
1980s American Vintage Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Jim Rose Barn House Structure, Welded Steel Object Made with Salvaged Steel
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a welded steel sculpture made by furniture creator Jim Rose. It is sustainable design created from salvaged and recycled steel panels left over from his larger projects. These sculptures reference traditional American Folk Art barn house models or bird houses. This sculpture works alone on a shelf or table or can be grouped with other house sculptures by the artist. Each house sculpture is unique in design and color.
Jim Rose
Structure #168
found steel with natural rust patina and paint
6h x 4.50w x 2.50d in
15.24h x 11.43w x 6.35d cm
Jim Rose
b. 1966
Bio
Born in Indiana, Jim Rose lived in Europe until he returned to the United States to attend college. After one year at Bard College, Jim transferred to the School of the Art Institute in Chicago (SAIC) where he graduated in 1988 with a BFA. His skillful interpretation of the Shaker design is a result of intense research and field study of Shaker furniture, architecture, culture and history. After over two decades of dedicated work, he has mastered the minimalism of the Shaker technique and created his own unique visual vernacular. The quilts of Gee's Bend have become a monumental influence taking this artist's work to new levels of unique interpretation and artistry. His selection of aged steel results in a patina directly related to that of aged wood while his colored strips beautifully mimic worn cloth. Each piece of furniture is masterfully made and intended for daily use. Jim Rose’s steel furniture is featured every year at SOFA Chicago for the past 25 years.
Jim Rose
b. 1966, Wisconsin
Education
1989 B.F.A., Sculpture, The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, IL
1988 Student at Large, Welding Technology, Triton College, Chicago, IL
1985 Undergraduate Photography Bard College, Annandale-on-Hudson, New York
Awards
2008 Wisconsin Arts Board Fellowship Award, Madison, WI
2005 Elizabeth R. Raphael Founder’s Prize, Society for Contemporary Craft, Pittsburgh, PA
2003 Grant Recipient for Shaker Interpretations in Cast Iron, PA Arts Assoc / WI Arts Board
2003 Arts/Industry Residency Program for Visual Artists, John Michael Kohler Arts Center, Sheboygan, Wisconsin
Solo Exhibitions
2017 New Work, Tory Folliard Gallery, Milwaukee, WI
2012 Simply Steel, Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum, Wausau, WI
2007 Variation, Ann Nathan Gallery, Chicago, IL
2003 New Work, Ann Nathan Gallery, Chicago, IL
2001 Shaker in Steel / New Work, Ann Nathan Gallery, Chicago, IL
2000 Shaker in Steel / New Work, Ann Nathan Gallery, Chicago, IL
1999 Hands and Heart to Steel III, Ann Nathan Gallery, Chicago, IL
National Exhibitions
2017-2018 SOFA Chicago – Gallery Victor Armendariz
2016 - 1995 SOFA Chicago, New York, Palm Beach - Ann Nathan Gallery
2011 - 2002 Art Chicago - Ann Nathan Gallery
Group Exhibitions
2017 Coming Attractions: Inaugural Exhibition, Gallery Victor Armendariz, Chicago, IL
2017 Living with Art: The Newman Collection, 108 Contemporary, Tulsa, Oklahoma
2016 Form Follows Function: The Intersection of Art and Craft, The Hardy Gallery...
Category
2010s American Folk Art Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Steel
Pair of Stephen Huneck Sheep Sculptures
Located in Chicago, IL
These two hand-carved sheep by Stephen Huneck capture everything that makes his work so beloved: warmth, whimsy, and an unshakable respect for rural life. One sheep stands tall with ...
Category
1980s American Folk Art Vintage Illinois - Folk Art
Materials
Wood
$3,800 / set
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