Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Vintage Brazilian hand carved Ironwood sculpture of a whale and a shark. Hand carved Brazilian sculpture hand crafted in amazing detail from one of...

Arts and Crafts Leather Model of an Elephant This is a rare and beautiful find from the early part of the 20th Century, it was made for Liberty and is known as “Junior Bull” This ...

Late 19th century sheet iron and metal "Trotting Horse" weathervane. It has a nice weathered color and patina and is very authentic with six "healthy" bullet holes to boot. I basica...

An authentic Pair of Antique Cat and Dog Andirons in original as found condition. Ca. early 20th c. hollow cast brass. Each seated and looking out. The cat with a wide curled tail, t...

- Hand built decorative fish sculpture - made of clay collected from the potter's surroundings. - decorative motifs painted with a goat hair brush made by the potter to apply natur...

Lovely piggy bank with inscription aiming to collect money for the society for children’s footwear. This union was established in 1889 and was still active ...

Stand out pair of mid century giraffes one standing and one grazing with a unique construction of shaved reed bundles and having carved wood heads,...

Hand-carved wooden pipe holder with twelve slots for pipes (circa 1930s, USA). Crude design (figures themselves are ambiguously two dogs meeting at the jaws). Nice patina/age present...

Folk Art hand carved wooden duck - a wonderful piece! One of our favorite pieces, the life size shape and graceful angle of the neck give the p...

Vintage cotton elephant, covered in Indian textiles, retailed in the 1950s by Harrods. Interior frame composed of wire and straw. Textiles originally s...

Massive vintage cotton elephant, covered in Indian textiles, retailed in the 1950s by Harrods. Exterior decorated in embroidered designs, tassels, tiny mirrors...

Set of 3 vintage ceramic or pottery sculptures depicts cats engaged in various activities - one tabby cat is sleeping curled up in a ball, another tabby is stretching, and the orange cat is playing lying on its back with its paws up in the air. The cat figurines are created by different artists or studios; they are similar in size, making a lovely grouping displayed together. The grey tabby is marked with studio sticker on the inside, "N. S. Gustin Co, Hand-decorated, Made in USA"; the brown tabby is marked with the remnants of the foil sticker on the underside, and the orange cat is missing its sticker. The sculptures date to circa 1960s-1980s; due to the convenient size, the set can be used either as a shelf or fireplace mantel decoration...

Greenlandica, five figures. Polar bear, seal and three Inuits. Four figurines in soapstone and a ceramic piggy bank (polar bear). Mid-20th century. I...

Leather parrot from Mexico. Sitting on a brass perch. Marked Federico Made in Mexico. A-600-335

Unusual Antique Hand Carved African Fertility Primate / Baboon, Gorilla,, Extremely well executed,, all hand carved,, remnants of original hair, bone eyes and teeth detail.

Vintage Mexican Tonala hand painted pottery dove Folk Art. Rita Tilleya Yelapa Mexico hand painted ceramic bird dove. Warm earth tone polychrome color...

A wonderfully characterful hand-carved wooden pig, executed in a bold, rustic folk art style. The form is simplified yet expressive, with sturdy legs, a gently lowered head, and a so...

Pair of midcentury Italian lions, male and female crafted in terracotta with a white glaze and painted details looking quite friendly.

Folk Art heavy carved log wood bench in form of sculpture.

A striking example of early American folk art, the hand carved wooden horse sculpture dates to the early 20th century and showcases the rustic charm and character of outsider crafts...

Pair of Chinese vintage carved and painted horn eagles or hawks with an alluring, stylized interpretation of these majestic birds of prey.

Wear consistent with age and use. The artisan metalsmith crafted bird table sculptures, heavily influenced by South American historical design elements. Joaquin Taller Tinta Ecuador...

Richly textured with whimsical appeal, this late 20th century wooden crow is a delightful example of naive American sculpture. Poised mid-caw, the crow's wings are outstretched, read...

Wooden ebonized cat with dish sculpture mounted to a mahogany plinth. Dish can accommodate keys or smaller objects. Patina / light wear present (paint loss to the tips of ears / edges of green dish...

Traditional Dogon architecture throughout a Dogon village consists of a series of unique and exceptional mud buildings which the Artist, Victor Anicet, featured in an organic sculptural manner in his Porte Dogon...

An exceptional, rare antique terracotta cow, traditionally hand-modeled by women in the mountainous Rif region of Morocco as a children's toy. While similar ornamental animals are st...

Charming vintage Tonala pottery bird figurines are decorated with hand-painted decor of abstract leaves and flowers on soft mushroom brown background. Birds' faces have thoughtful, relaxed expression with eyes wide open, adding a charming anthropomorphic element to the sculptures. The Folk Art style of the decor is juxtaposed by the Modernist shapes of the birds. The sculptures are in very good vintage condition; both are marked with MEXICO on the bottoms. Due to the convenient size, they can be used either as a shelf or fireplace mantel decoration...

Discover the whimsical charm of this Vintage Boho Kinetic Owl Sculpture, a delightful piece of folk art that brings movement and character to any space. Crafted from distressed metal...

Charming Hand-Carved Folk Art Duck Decoy. The duck features wonderful patina throughout including paint and glass eye. Wonderful collectable piece to add to a grouping. We think this...

Vintage Leather Carousel Horse Signed By Teresa Corning This Antique Carousel Horse is made of leather and the pole is made of metal. The sculpture is fa...

This charming antique bronze sculpture depicts a serene monk rendered with a quiet simplicity that suggests a folk art influence. Standing with clasped hands and a gentle, contemplat...

An original piece of English folk-art sculpture by the acclaimed British sculptor Guy Taplin (b. 1939). Fourteen birds painted and carved wood mounted to a ...

Exude a sense of playful sophistication with this enchanting vintage mid-century sculpture, capturing a sea lion in a graceful balancing act. Reflecting the creative spirit and artis...

Condition: Original Vintage Condition Hand-Painted Terracotta This vintage Mexican Tonalá rhinoceros sculpture is full of personality, with a hand-painted terracotta body that fee...

Folk Art sculpture of the head of a seal. South America 1930´s. The head is mounted over a brass base, as a way to exhibit it. The head has several crack as you can see on the pictur...

Superb polychrome carved wooden ram from Scotland-19th century Very elegant and surprising ram which is almost carved at life size which comes from a Manor in Scotland. Uncommon ...

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...

This antique English creamware horse was hand-painted at St. Anthony’s Pottery in Newcastle around the year 1800. This charming figure is modeled in a standing position on a green-gl...

Sweet faced Boston Terrier cast iron doorstop. This doorstop is very heavy with great patina. The Boston Terrier hasa very soft look due to the wear.

Bring a touch of whimsical coastal charm to your space with this stunning vintage shell-encrusted parrot! Meticulously crafted with an array of real shells in beautiful pinks, orange...

Carved and painted wood bull sign. Life size head with carved and painted details, real horns fitted to the head by lead sleeves. The top of the head fashioned from a thick sheath of...

Add a touch of mythical charm and folk art elegance to your decor with this exquisite vintage unicorn sculpture. Hand-carved from a single piece of wood, this piece showcases beautif...

A tall paper mache giraffe in black and brown with leather ears and glass eyes. We see this fun piece in a nursery or in a foyer. Measures: 17....

Exceptional sculpture made by artist Antônio Julião, one of the great exponents of Brazilian popular art. This piece of museological importance was made in the 1970's and is one of the richest sculptures made by said artist, where he generously sculptured several tropical animals...

This captivating vintage hand-carved wood sculpture depicts a sly fox peering curiously around a naturalistic tree stump, showcasing the expressive beauty of traditional folk art. Ex...

Channel the rustic charm and masterful artistry of the European Alps with this exceptional vintage Black Forest boar head. Expertly hand-carved from a single piece of dark, lustrous ...

1920-1930 Original Painted Scotty Dog. Green paint over original white paint. Has great wear consistent of age and use. This scotty dog has great patina.

Vintage hand carved horse head figurine features minimal, expressive silhouette in Arts and Crafts style with strong influence of Arts and Crafts, Art Deco, and Mid Century Modern st...

Beautiful robust sculpture of a Goat carved from a solid mahogany block by an Israeli artist (the signature in Hebrew letters is illegible). The goat is st...

Cool 1990’s hand carved and painted wood lion by renowned New Mexico folk artist Hector Rascon. Pencil sign on the underside. In original vintage construction show’s minor wear co...

This is a Hubley original cream painted cast iron dog doorstop .The condition is very good.

Vintage or antique cast iron door stop features a tabby cat form with painted brown fur and glass eyes. The realistically sculpted cat is depicted sitting with its head turned to a s...

A rather stunning, quite unique, large hand carved wood black Spanish Folk Art bull head sculpture/mask. This piece caught our eye immediately. We have not seen anything the least ...

Date / Origin: Staffordshire, England, circa 1745 – 1760 A salt-glazed seated cat with upright ears and grounded paws, holding a small brown mouse in its mouth. The figure is formed ...

Vintage or antique cast iron door stop features a pair of long hairs with polychrome painted decor. The realistically sculpted cats are depicted sitting with their heads slightly li...

Wonderful cast iron coin bank that has aged beautifully. The red hue is a slightly faded and muted color. The words red goose shoes are imprinted on bo...

Vintage whimsical and playful American Folk Art hand carved wood sculpture depicts a stretching cat with a lifted expressive face. The cat has a beautiful flower power style hand-pa...

Antique 18th 19th Century Palanquin Mythical Lion or Tiger Finial Bronze Handle. Large heavy Indian Mythological bronze palanquin fitting cast via the lost wax technique, beautifully stylized and crafted in the form of protective mythological creature. Palanquin finials were used to adorn the pole ends of the palanquin or palki. A fine and massive example of a palanquin pole finial with good detail and fine patina. India, circa: 18th/19thc. The Palanquin handle...

There is a great deal of rawness and authenticity to this 1930s French owl decoy. It is carved in wood and nail - upholstered with some kind of animal leather. Its eyes and beak is m...

A large whimsical hand carved and painted antique Southeast Asian wooden hare sculpture with incised detailing, polychrome decoration and beautifully aged patina. Hand-crafted in th...