USA - Folk Art

Vintage hand stitched king sized quilt featuring gray-green, mauve and white floral cotton in blocks framing quartets of tulips on the front, a navy bl...

Danish early 19th Century oil painting of a farm house in a period gilded frame.

Vintage Raj embroidered large camel toy, India, 1950. Handmade in Rajasthan, India, colorful fabric camel toy. Vintage oversized camel stuffed cotton embroidered and decorated with...

19thc hand made wooden scoops with great wear and patina. Wonderful rustic look. All the wear in all the right places to showing age. Both Scoops are in excellent condition. 13.5Long...

mid-20th century Tami Islands Papua new guinea wooden feast bowl Of classic form, each end carved with raised and incised imagery depicting stylized sea cr...

A fantastic early to Mid-20th Century hand-carved and painted wood duck or mallard decoy with glass eyes. This piece has an wonderful color and texture. From an impressive Los Angeles vintage duck and antique swan decoy...

Rectangular nautical rope mirror Audoux Minet, circa 1960. Measure: height / 26.5 inches on 10.8 inches.

Presented is an original patriotic sash from the late 19th century, featuring 13 stars against a bright blue field. This sash features appliqued silver stars on a blue canton, red an...

Contemporary figural unglazed terracotta sculpture of an abstract reclining figure. An homage to sculptor Henry Moore. Made in 2019 by Oklahoma artist Emily Ladow Reynolds. Dimen...

A vibrant and visually compelling example of early American textile art, this Crazy Quilt dates to the early 1900s and showcases the rich, expressive tradition of folk craftsmanship. Composed of individually hand-cut and hand-stitched cotton and flannel pieces in vivid hues—including turquoise, pink, yellow, navy, and red—this quilt is characterized by its abstract, improvisational layout. Decorative herringbone embroidery accentuates the seams, adding texture and sophistication. The quilt is backed with soft flannel cotton, enhancing both comfort and durability. Found in New England and likely made in Pennsylvania, it reflects the ingenuity of early American makers who repurposed textiles into functional yet highly decorative works of art. Originally intended as a decorative throw rather than a bed covering, this quilt is perfect for use as a wall hanging or accent textile in refined interiors. Dimensions: 68” x 86” Date of Manufacture: 1st Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: United States Material: Wool, Cotton Condition: Good The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU: 2122 early 20th century crazy quilt, antique crazy quilt, American folk art quilt, hand-stitched patchwork quilt, turquoise crazy quilt, flannel-backed quilt, vintage textile art, herringbone embroidery quilt, Pennsylvania antique quilt, colorful American quilt, collectible folk art textile, decorative crazy quilt, heirloom patchwork quilt, early American quilt, antique wall hanging quilt, vintage crazy quilt for decor, American Crazy Quilts, Vintage Crazy Quilts...

This very fine country rocking horse is not only fantastic looking and all original paint it is sturdy and strong. The pony skin is worn as well as the saddle but all in tack.

This amazing all original painted and decorated sea captains chair from New England. This chair has the original gilded surface and a red painted base. This plank seat chair is in gr...

A fun hand-stitched cross stitch sampler. Framed in a wooden frame, it is stitched with: "Antiques The only one interested in what your gra...

A wonderful, unique, and very engaging original indigenous Australian Aboriginal painting featuring a flowering tree in a landscape along a pathway with geometrical designs. The pai...

19thc early Navajo Indian weaving with feathered star pattern and diamond border. Wonderful vegetable dye color in fine condition.

British Sailor's Woolwork Picture of Five Ships offshore, Circa 1875 The large sailor's woolwork or sailor's woolie depicts five different ships. The largest ship is in the center ...

A vintage Turkish Anatolian carpet from the mid-20th century with cotton highlights.

Carnival sign with Ancient Egyptian winged scarab and pyramid, hand carved and painted advertisement for "Elixer of Life", circa 1900. This wonderful piece, a personal favorite, has ...

Rare 19th C amazing colors center square with in a square Lancaster County, Pennsylvania all wool in fantastic colors & condition.These center square all wool Amish quilts are super ...

A brown ceramic planter with a scalloped edge at the top. A ceramic ribbon is sculpted around the edges with tassels in a knot that hang down. Th...

This tiny postage stamp nine patch in a square quilt was found in Pennsylvania and is in very good condition. The back is a bars pattern in calico fabric.

Vintage ceramic owl sculpture on stand with glass eyes.

Yaka Carved wood standing Janus back to back male/female divination figure DRC Congo, Africa. Male figure side with open mouth with exposed carved teeth. Female side with traces of...

A vintage Italian mid century modern ceramic table lighter by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, imported by Rosenthal-Netter, 1960s. This unique lighter boasts tones of marigold, tangerine, an...

19Thc applique quilt with fine detailed work and fine piecework. The outer borders are amazing.

A rare, likely one-of-a-kind, large antique, circa 1860s, early American hand carved, painted, and sculpted wooden patriotic barber pole advertising trade sign / open sign...

Set of three vintage Zulu long wood pipes on custom metal stands, South Africa. Each on separate stand so can be arranged in multiple ways for great display...

Vintage French Skittle Game ‘Jeu de Quilles de Neuf’,circa 1920. Hand painted, turned pins with wonderful aged patina. Complete set of nine pins with orig...

Superb large scale American 1950s porcelain enameled metal letters, over 24" high, originally used as exterior signage from Chicago. EAT or TEA or ETA or ATE, 3 individual heavy gauges pressed and folded cold-rolled steel letters...

Vintage 1970s backgammon and chess set depicting the Spanish conquest of the Aztec Empire, 1519-21. Carved chessman portray the great Montezuma II and Aztec warriors...

French pottery cider bottle from Normandy, end of 19th century. 13 bottles available, sold separately. Different sizes.

Decorated Coeur d’Alene tribe Pow Wow drum. Decorated with $1 bills around outside. Comes with base used at Pow Wows. Perfect size for coffee table with o...

This is a hand woven Horse head and horse shoe pillow is custom made. This handwoven weaving has a cool black suede or leather backing. The insert is down and feather.

Vintage African Tuareg teapot Mauritania Mid-20th century Tuareg teapot from Mauritania, Africa, Western Sahara. Handcrafted of pewter, copper and brass ...

A beautiful and quite engaging Chawan tea bowl by famed Japanese Hawaiian American pottery master Toshiko Takaezu. The fired bowl features a vast array of shifting, vibrant, and colo...

For the collector in mind. This Modern crafted and absurdly over complicated design is just fantastic. One of a kind and beautifully executed, utilizing master joinery techniques. Having all the hallmarks of 1970.s art /design at its climax. Made from black walnut and inset cork details this sculpture has mounted gears on the outside if the box. When turing the crank the dowel pin releases the lock enabling you to open the top. Inside the box reveals a high pile carpet...

Classic Louis Vuitton trunk from the 1940s. 50 cm wide. Perfect for weekend trips or for storing items in the house. Case has "Louis Vuitton, Made In France, 149620" impressed on fro...

Purchased from the estate of Max Granick. Granick had a frame shop on 56st and in addition to being one of the great framers of midcentury NY was a partner with John Graham offering ...

This amazing mustard painted wall cupboard has the best painted surface and is in sturdy condition. This heavy cupboard is a great storage unit for collection of dishes or clothing. ...

Seven graduated Pueblo drums in vibrant colors. Provenance: Salveson Collection Ohio acquired over 25-year time period. Featuring bright colors of red, yellow, blue, pink, green, and...

Native American Sioux Indian beaded moccasins with buffalo hoof design, beaded tabs and parfleche soles. Stunning geometric beaded designs done in colors of green, red, blue, and whi...

A tall and narrow parrying shield from the Aboriginal people living in the Western Australia. The piece was carved out of a single block of hard wood t...

Round nautical rope mirror Audoux Minet, circa 1960. Size: 15 inches diameter.

Mid century three tiered prison folk art / tramp art model steam boat sculpture. Upcycled cardboard framing structure, matchstick exterior with glossy...

French rope hook coat Audoux Minet, circa 1960. Measures: Height 8 inches , length 8 inches.

African Tribal Art parchment wall shade sconce featuring a large triangle hide form stitched on iron and hand painted surface. These Moroccan Art pieces could be used as wall lamp s...

In 'Congo Masks, Masterpieces from Central Africa' editor Marc Leo Felix, a photograph on page 146 depicts a group of Salampasu Masks being collected in...

Flange mount double sided Bell public telephone porcelain sign. The porcelain has good color. There are some losses around the edges and in the sign.

Early Yoruba offering bowl in the from of a male figure with a beard riding on horse back surrounded by four small attendants, finely carved with nice patina from native use. Probabl...

18th century carved Venetian polychromed gondola figurerhead, realistically carved and painted, raised on a 6.5" diameter base.

Antique handcrafted large Moroccan Moorish polychrome decorative ceramic bowl from Fez. Bleu de Fez, very nice designs hand painted by artist in Fez. Antique ceramic handcrafted bowl...

OHIO STATE FLAG WITH CIVIL WAR VETERANS' OVERPRINT FROM THE GRAND ARMY OF THE REPUBLIC POST IN COLUMBUS, MADE IN MOURNING OF THE 1925 PASSING OF NATIONAL G.A.R. COMMANDER IN CHIEF DANIEL M. HALL, WHO ALSO SERVED AS COMMANDER OF THE OHIO DEPARTMENT OF THE G.A.R., AS WELL AS THE LOCAL CHAPTER Flag of the State of Ohio, printed on oilcloth-like cotton, affixed to its original wooden staff. Made for Civil War veteran's use, the flag bears a stamped overprint in the striped field that consists of an open wreath of laurel branches, inside which is the following text: “GAR [Grand Army of the Republic] Post, Dan Hall, Columbus, OH”. Born on October 20th, 1842, Daniel M. Hall enlisted with the Union Army as a Private at the age of 18 on August 25th, 1861. On October 8th of that year he mustered into the Co. H of the 2nd Ohio Cavalry. Discharged for disability on June 28th, 1862, he reenlisted approximately 17 months later, on November 11th, 1863, and mustered into Co. F of the 12th Ohio Cavalry at Camp Cleveland. He was at some point promoted to the rank of Sergeant, and, on February 21st, 1864, to the rank of Corporal. He mustered out at Nashville on November 14th, 1865. Hall mustered into the Hamlin Post of the Ohio G.A.R. on May 23rd, 1883. He would go on to serve not only as Commander of the Dept. of Ohio for the organization, but as National Commander of the entire Grand Army of the Republic. The Grand Army of the Republic was the primary veterans association for Union Civil War soldiers. Founded in 1866, its members dressed up in Civil War uniforms, attended parades and reunions, and the organization was somewhat more fraternal in nature than today’s VFW or American Foreign Legion. Flags overprinted for the purpose of advertising are a specialized form in American flag collecting. A flag with a basic G.A.R. overprint is the most common type. This might be accompanied by a post number and a date. More elaborate the overprints are more highly desired, such as this one, which is the only variation I know of that honors a particular person who was not the namesake of the chapter itself. It is of interest to note that a sister variety of 48 star parade flag is known, printed on the same fabric, that bears the same overprint, accompanied by the words: “We Mourn Our Comrade." From the additional text on the 48 star variety, one can extrapolate that the flags were made to mourn the passing of this important leader of Civil War veterans on October 19th, 1925, just one day before his 83rd birthday. The State Flag of Ohio was designed in 1901 by Cleveland architect John Eisenmann, who designed the Ohio building for the state's exhibition at the Pan American Exposition World's Fair in Buffalo, New York. It was officially adopted by the Ohio legislature on May 19th, 1902. It's elements are centered on a red disc, set against a circular white ground that forms a letter "O." This simultaneously represents a buckeye, the fruit of the state tree and an iconic Ohio symbol. The flag's 5 stripes are said to represent the state's waterways and roads, while the triangular shape of the union is said to illustrate hills and valleys. The presentation of 13 stars along the hoist end, arranged in a semi-circular medallion with two off-set stars above and below, reflects the original 13 colonies. The diamond of stars, towards the fly end. bring the overall count to 17 to reflect Ohio's admission. When the design was adopted by the state legislature, the position of these stars was changed slightly, moving them further around the circle to form a wreath. Flag expert Whitney Smith, who coined the term Vexillology in the late 1950's (the accepted term for the study of flags), pointed out that the format of the flag itself was reminiscent of Civil War cavalry guidons, carried by Ohio regiments throughout the state. These were of swallowtail form, though with 13 stripes, all horizontal and 90 degrees to the hoist. Most often these had circular star patterns around an open center, which makes them even more similar to the Ohio flag...

A stunning and rare 18th century French hand-wrought iron weathervane, from Normandy, with a stylized dragon "flag" the moves according the wind, and with four wrought-iron flowers t...

A pair of round Acoma pueblo pottery vessels. Each is decorated with intricate geometric designs and natural pigment paints of black, brown, and orange on white clay. They are handmade from native Acoma clay, and pit fired in the traditional fashion. The Acoma Pueblo is a Native American pueblo approximately 60 miles west of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Four communities make up the village of Acoma Pueblo: Sky City, Acomita, Anzac, and McCartys. Maker: Reyes Pino of the Zia Pueblo...

18th Century Italian hand-carved speckled silver leaf tassel ornaments. The tassels originally came from an Italian church in Tuscany and were used during feast days. These tassels were commonly used to adorn 18th and 19th century French and Italian chandeliers...

Mid-century rope lamp Audoux Minet. Measure: Height / 11.5 inches.

Interesting set of 5 ceramic T-shirt vases. Great sculptural item. Excellent vintage condition. Set includes two large and three small. Great piece of art.

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 ...