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Folk Art Furniture

FOLK ART STYLE

Folk art is a genre of art that shares the creator’s traditions, offering not just an artistic display but an opportunity to learn about a culture. Antique, new and vintage folk art typically reflects a heritage or location. It can include utilitarian objects and handmade art as diverse as weather vanes, duck decoys, portraiture and paintings, carnival art and quilts.

Quilts are a quintessential part of American folk art but their roots are international, with quilting dating back to Ancient Egypt. The practice spread to Europe and was especially prominent in the Middle Ages, with one of the oldest surviving examples being the Tristan quilt made in Sicily in the 14th century. They were made as bedcovers and clothing, including as a layer for knights to wear beneath their armor. Native American folk art includes functional objects reflecting their heritage, such as baskets, textiles and wooden pieces.

Elsewhere, the vast range of work associated with Mexican folk art includes masks made by Mexican craftspeople for traditional celebrations and ceremonial dances. Mexican masks are part of the country’s folk-art traditions that go back thousands of years and play a role in festivals and theater.

Works in the folk art tradition are valuable because of the skills involved, like weaving, hand-carving wood and even stonework. Many folk artists are self-taught, while some train as apprentices within their community. By using available materials and taking a personal approach to their creations, artists ensure each piece is unique and conveys a story.

During the Great Depression, artistic materials in America were hard to come by, so artisans used discarded wood from cigar boxes and shipping crates to make highly stylized, notched pieces — most often picture frames and boxes — that are today sought after by collectors. This folk art style is called tramp art and was popular from roughly 1870 until the 1940s.

Folk art brings vibrant culture and traditions into your home. Browse an extensive collection of antique, new and vintage folk art on 1stDibs.

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Style: Folk Art
1930s Red, White and Blue Doll Quilt
1930s Red, White and Blue Doll Quilt

1930s Red, White and Blue Doll Quilt

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1930s red, white and blue doll quilt in mint condition and wonderful geometries.

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1930s American Vintage Folk Art Furniture

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Cotton

Framed Antique Ottoman Embroidery Fragment , Late 19th Century.
Framed Antique Ottoman Embroidery Fragment , Late 19th Century.

Framed Antique Ottoman Embroidery Fragment , Late 19th Century.

By Seref Ozen

Located in Istanbul, TR

First the fragment has been hand backed on a linen fabric, then stretched over a wooden stretcher and finished with a wooden frame. Late 19th Century. Turkey Ready to go on a wall. ...

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Late 19th Century Turkish Antique Folk Art Furniture

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Silk

1890s Small Red Folk Art Antique American Hooked Rug Inscribed Word "Home" Rug
1890s Small Red Folk Art Antique American Hooked Rug Inscribed Word "Home" Rug

1890s Small Red Folk Art Antique American Hooked Rug Inscribed Word "Home" Rug

Located in New York, NY

Late 19th Century American Hooked Rug with Nautical Theme ( 2'3" x 2'8"-68 x 82) Wool Oval Antique American Hooked Small Scatter Size 1890s Rug, Country of Origin: American USA Rug...

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1890s American Antique Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wool

Vintage American Brass Sperm Whale Doorstop
Vintage American Brass Sperm Whale Doorstop

Vintage American Brass Sperm Whale Doorstop

Located in Chicago, IL

This vintage American brass sperm whale doorstop is a delightful blend of charm and functionality, perfect for adding a splash of coastal flair to your space. Cast in solid brass, th...

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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Brass

Wall Mirror Frame, Tramp Art Folk Art, richly carved, 1850s, Biedermeier Austria
Wall Mirror Frame, Tramp Art Folk Art, richly carved, 1850s, Biedermeier Austria

Wall Mirror Frame, Tramp Art Folk Art, richly carved, 1850s, Biedermeier Austria

Located in Wien, AT

A very richly decorated example of the famous tramp art frames of Austria, from the 1850s, late Biedermeier - an early one! The frame of the mirror is crafted in a layered construct...

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1850s Austrian Antique Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Softwood, Spruce

Folk Art Wall Mirror, Hand-Painted Floral Motifs and Gilded Frame, Peru 1970s
Folk Art Wall Mirror, Hand-Painted Floral Motifs and Gilded Frame, Peru 1970s

Folk Art Wall Mirror, Hand-Painted Floral Motifs and Gilded Frame, Peru 1970s

By Mithé Espelt

Located in ROUEN, Normandie

Folk Art Wall Mirror, Hand-Painted Floral Motifs and Gilded Frame, Peru 1970s Add a touch of vibrant folk charm to your space with this 1970s Peruvian mirror. The wooden frame fea...

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Late 20th Century Peruvian Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Wood, Giltwood, Paint

Vintage Swedish Woven Tapestry: Scandinavian Folk Art Wall Hanging
Vintage Swedish Woven Tapestry: Scandinavian Folk Art Wall Hanging

Vintage Swedish Woven Tapestry: Scandinavian Folk Art Wall Hanging

Located in Skarpnäck, SE

Vintage SwedishVintage Swedish Handwoven Wall Hanging “Gubbatäcke” / “Rosengång” — Traditional Folk Art Textile A beautiful vintage Swedish handwoven wall hanging, known as a Gubbat...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Linen

Vintage Tonala Pottery Cat Sculpture, Hand-Painted, Mexico, 1960s
Vintage Tonala Pottery Cat Sculpture, Hand-Painted, Mexico, 1960s

Vintage Tonala Pottery Cat Sculpture, Hand-Painted, Mexico, 1960s

By Tonala Pottery

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Charming vintage Tonala pottery figurine depicts a reclining cat with folded front paws and raised head; the cat is looking forward with wide open, large eyes and a slightly surpris...

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20th Century Mexican Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Old Bamboo Straw Hat / Wabi Sabi , Display
Old Bamboo Straw Hat / Wabi Sabi , Display

Old Bamboo Straw Hat / Wabi Sabi , Display

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Bamboo Woven Hat Japan, circa 1930–1950s Handwoven bamboo hat with a beautifully aged surface and intricate lattice construction. Originally made as a practical object, it now carri...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, Straw

Antique Swedish Folk Art Marriage Chest Storage Box, Early 19th Century
Antique Swedish Folk Art Marriage Chest Storage Box, Early 19th Century

Antique Swedish Folk Art Marriage Chest Storage Box, Early 19th Century

Located in Bristol, GB

ANTIQUE SCANDINAVIAN CHEST Beautifully painted with pink roses, oxeye daisies, forget-me-nots, wild pansies and other flowers and foliage forming a garland surrounding the initials...

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1820s Scandinavian Antique Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

Vintage Italian Primitive Floral Painting on Reclaimed Wood
Vintage Italian Primitive Floral Painting on Reclaimed Wood

Vintage Italian Primitive Floral Painting on Reclaimed Wood

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Vintage primitive floral still life on reclaimed wooden panels having a lovely curved top. Found in an antique store in Calabria about 30 years ago.

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1940s Italian Vintage Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Reclaimed Wood

Boy With Trumpet Miniature Chocolate Mold Antique 1900s, German
Boy With Trumpet Miniature Chocolate Mold Antique 1900s, German

Boy With Trumpet Miniature Chocolate Mold Antique 1900s, German

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A gorgeous chocolate mold. Made of metal, marked with mold number. Attributed to Anton Reiche, Dresden Germany. Beautiful and ready to use or display, with nice patina. The 1890s to ...

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Early 1900s German Antique Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Metal

Antique Bronze Frog Fountain, verde green patina
Antique Bronze Frog Fountain, verde green patina

Antique Bronze Frog Fountain, verde green patina

Located in Buffalo, NY

Antique Bronze Frog Fountain, verde green patina..Wonderful life-like frog sculpture..Set up for water feature (see photo).

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1920s Unknown Vintage Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Bronze

A fine Kuba Mask - Rustic African Folk Art
A fine Kuba Mask - Rustic African Folk Art

A fine Kuba Mask - Rustic African Folk Art

Located in Skien, NO

Ngaady aMwaash Mask. African Antique Folk Art Kuba Mask, originating from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Property from a Private Collection. Acquired by a Norwegian Collector...

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19th Century Congolese Antique Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Softwood

American Copper Full Bodied Pig Directional Weathervane on Stand, circa 1880
American Copper Full Bodied Pig Directional Weathervane on Stand, circa 1880

American Copper Full Bodied Pig Directional Weathervane on Stand, circa 1880

Located in Charleston, SC

American Copper full bodied pig directional weathervane resting on squared iron stand, late 19th century.

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1880s American Antique Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Copper, Iron, Zinc

Fish Trade Sign, Rainbow Trout, Fishing Bait and Equipment
Fish Trade Sign, Rainbow Trout, Fishing Bait and Equipment

Fish Trade Sign, Rainbow Trout, Fishing Bait and Equipment

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Fish Trade Sign, Rainbow Trout, Fishing Bait and Equipment This is an lovely old trade sign, the sign has a colourful painted wooden body which hangs from a wrought iron bracket  T...

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Mid-20th Century Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Iron

Jimi Hendrix The Ultimate Lyric Book by Janie Hendrix
Jimi Hendrix The Ultimate Lyric Book by Janie Hendrix

Jimi Hendrix The Ultimate Lyric Book by Janie Hendrix

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Jimi Hendrix The Ultimate Lyric Book by Janie Hendrix. Backbeat Books, 2012 - Biography & Autobiography - 291 pages-1st Edition. Jimi Hendrix was such an extraordinary guitarist, it ...

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21st Century and Contemporary English Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Paper

A Traditional Peruvian Storytelling Gourd Depicting Andean Village Life
A Traditional Peruvian Storytelling Gourd Depicting Andean Village Life

A Traditional Peruvian Storytelling Gourd Depicting Andean Village Life

Located in San Francisco, CA

This traditional Peruvian storytelling gourd, or mate burilado, reflects a craft practiced in Peru for over 4,000 years. Measuring 15 inches across and 8.5 inches high, it is an impr...

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Mid-20th Century Peruvian Folk Art Furniture

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Other

Antique Swedish Folk Art Pine Trunk with Wrought Iron from the Mid 19th Century
Antique Swedish Folk Art Pine Trunk with Wrought Iron from the Mid 19th Century

Antique Swedish Folk Art Pine Trunk with Wrought Iron from the Mid 19th Century

Located in Kramfors, SE

Swedish folk art trunk from the mid 1800s. The trunk is made in northern Sweden and has old historic paint with initials and dating – 1875 – on the lid. The last letter of the initia...

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Furniture

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Pine

Sheep Shepherd Grulich Christmas Nativity Figure Lot, late 19th Century Folk Art
Sheep Shepherd Grulich Christmas Nativity Figure Lot, late 19th Century Folk Art

Sheep Shepherd Grulich Christmas Nativity Figure Lot, late 19th Century Folk Art

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Beautiful Antique Grulich Nativity Figures — Late 19th Century This rare and culturally significant set of nativity figures originates from the historic Králiky region (formerly Gr...

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Late 19th Century Czech Antique Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wood

Original Antique Print of a Reed Warbler, circa 1880, 'Unframed'
Original Antique Print of a Reed Warbler, circa 1880, 'Unframed'

Original Antique Print of a Reed Warbler, circa 1880, 'Unframed'

Located in St Annes, Lancashire

Great image of a Reed Warbler Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. Lithograph after Alexander Francis Lydon. Original hand...

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1880s English Antique Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Paper

Sitting Cat Door Stop Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art
Sitting Cat Door Stop Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art

Sitting Cat Door Stop Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage or antique cast iron door stop features a tabby cat form with polychrome painted decor. The realistically sculpted cat is depicted sitting with its head turned to a side and ...

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Iron

Beautiful Folk Art Wood Carved Chair Foot Rest Stool, Vintage German 1920s
Beautiful Folk Art Wood Carved Chair Foot Rest Stool, Vintage German 1920s

Beautiful Folk Art Wood Carved Chair Foot Rest Stool, Vintage German 1920s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

An interesting brutalist stool with hand carved legs, seat and great patina. Great piece of functional sculpture. It is in great vintage condition and is structurally sound. Nice add...

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1920s German Vintage Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wood

Impressive Black Color a Folk Art Style Contemporary American Hooked Rug
Impressive Black Color a Folk Art Style Contemporary American Hooked Rug

Impressive Black Color a Folk Art Style Contemporary American Hooked Rug

Located in New York, NY

American Hooked rug 9'0" x 12'0". Wool. Hand-Woven. American Hooked Rugs Contemporary American Hooked carpet utilizing strips of fabric to compose designs that express the traditio...

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wool

Highly Unusual American Folk Art "Yale vs. Harvard" Spinning Wheel Game C. 1900
Highly Unusual American Folk Art "Yale vs. Harvard" Spinning Wheel Game C. 1900

Highly Unusual American Folk Art "Yale vs. Harvard" Spinning Wheel Game C. 1900

Located in Atlanta, GA

American, circa 1900. A highly unusual American folk art game board. Hand designed and painted likely in New England by an Ivy Leaguer which features a 4 corner "Yale Vs. Harvard" d...

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

Striking Large Vintage Painted Folk Art Fish Trade Sign
Striking Large Vintage Painted Folk Art Fish Trade Sign

Striking Large Vintage Painted Folk Art Fish Trade Sign

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Large hand-painted metal trout sign folk art, originally used as a trade sign for a fishmonger’s shop. Crafted from metal and suspended from an elegant wrought iron bracket with dec...

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1970s American Vintage Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Metal

Vintage Latin American Folk Art Serving Spatula
Vintage Latin American Folk Art Serving Spatula

Vintage Latin American Folk Art Serving Spatula

By OWO Ceramics

Located in Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, AR

Handmade vintage folk art Bolivian serving spatula. Embodying the rich cultural heritage of Latin American folk art, the serving utensil is in excellent condition and ready to be used. By seamlessly merging beauty, practicality, and history, this engraved spatula elevates the dining experience by infusing it with both aesthetics and cultural significance. The engraving details on this vintage spatula...

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20th Century Bolivian Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Silver, Nickel

Antique American Folk Art Wood Spool Table, Circa 1900
Antique American Folk Art Wood Spool Table, Circa 1900

Antique American Folk Art Wood Spool Table, Circa 1900

Located in Rochester, NY

Antique American folk art wood spool table in the most beautifully aged original worn dry white painted surface. Measures 24" h x 24" w x 16" d and 15" h x 16" w x 12" d to floating ...

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

Carved Hardwood Four-Panel Folding Screen, African Folk Art, 20th C.
Carved Hardwood Four-Panel Folding Screen, African Folk Art, 20th C.

Carved Hardwood Four-Panel Folding Screen, African Folk Art, 20th C.

Located in Rødding, DK

This four-panel folding screen is carved from solid hardwood, dating from the 20th or possibly early 21st century. Each panel is shaped with a scalloped, arched top edge and tapered...

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20th Century Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

18th C, American School "Woman, Dog and Basket of Geese" Watercolor on Silk
18th C, American School "Woman, Dog and Basket of Geese" Watercolor on Silk

18th C, American School "Woman, Dog and Basket of Geese" Watercolor on Silk

Located in Atlanta, GA

Attributed: The Misses Pattens’ School (Hartford, Connecticut). Circa Late 18th Century. Watercolor on Silk housed in original giltwood frame. Measures: 23.125" w x 19.25" h. A ra...

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18th Century American Antique Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Silk, Giltwood, Paint

19th Century Decorative Painted wood Wall Shelf with Drawers
19th Century Decorative Painted wood Wall Shelf with Drawers

19th Century Decorative Painted wood Wall Shelf with Drawers

Located in London, GB

This 19th-century decorative wall shelf with drawers exemplifies the refined charm of period craftsmanship. Constructed from painted wood, it combines practicality with aesthetic app...

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19th Century Antique Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

English Folk Art Shop Counter Milk Man Figure
English Folk Art Shop Counter Milk Man Figure

English Folk Art Shop Counter Milk Man Figure

Located in London, GB

English folk art shop counter milk man figure. A charming mid-20th century folk art shop countertop display figure. In the form of a man pushing a milk cart...

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1950s European Vintage Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wood

1970’s Indian Tripod Female and Male Chairs
1970’s Indian Tripod Female and Male Chairs

1970’s Indian Tripod Female and Male Chairs

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Pair of Indian hand carved and painted wood male and female chairs. This were purchased in India in the 1970’s. In beautiful original condition...

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1970s Indian Vintage Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wood

Carved & Gilded American Wooden Eagle Plaque with Polychrome Liberty Shield
Carved & Gilded American Wooden Eagle Plaque with Polychrome Liberty Shield

Carved & Gilded American Wooden Eagle Plaque with Polychrome Liberty Shield

Located in Milford, NH

A fine hand carved and gilded American wooden eagle clutching arrows and a polychrome Liberty shield, dating to the 20th century, unsigned, in very good overall condition, with minim...

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20th Century American Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wood

Hand-Painted Folk Art Armoire, Southern Germany, Dated 1851
Hand-Painted Folk Art Armoire, Southern Germany, Dated 1851

Hand-Painted Folk Art Armoire, Southern Germany, Dated 1851

Located in Greding, DE

Two-door folk armoire featuring vibrant, traditional floral painting in rich colors. The doors are inscribed with the monogram MW and the date 1851. A genuine example of 19th-century...

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1850s German Antique Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Softwood

Carved Wooden African Head
Carved Wooden African Head

Carved Wooden African Head

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A wonderful hand carved head of Hardwood. A stunning sculpted and carved piece. A stand alone decorative piece or can be used as a large book end. Trul...

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20th Century African Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wood, Hardwood

Vintage Gunshot Stop Sign
Vintage Gunshot Stop Sign

Vintage Gunshot Stop Sign

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This authentic vintage stop sign serves as a compelling piece of Americana industrial art. Characterized by its classic octagonal form and bold refle...

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Late 20th Century American Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of 19th Century Painted Folk Art Arched Mirrors with Heraldic Lion Crests
Pair of 19th Century Painted Folk Art Arched Mirrors with Heraldic Lion Crests

Pair of 19th Century Painted Folk Art Arched Mirrors with Heraldic Lion Crests

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An extraordinary and rare pair of 19th century arched mirrors, retaining their original hand-painted crest panels and heavily foxed antique glass. These mirrors embody the romance of...

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19th Century Antique Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Wood, Paint

Mezcal Demijohn From Southern Oaxaca, Circa 1930´s
Mezcal Demijohn From Southern Oaxaca, Circa 1930´s

Mezcal Demijohn From Southern Oaxaca, Circa 1930´s

Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato

Orange-tinted mezcal demijohn from southern Oaxaca, Circa 1930´s.

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1930s Mexican Vintage Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

1930's Red Wing Ceramic Mixing or Serving Bowl Tan with Blue Lines
1930's Red Wing Ceramic Mixing or Serving Bowl Tan with Blue Lines

1930's Red Wing Ceramic Mixing or Serving Bowl Tan with Blue Lines

By Red Wing Pottery 1

Located in Red Lion, PA

This substantial 1930s Red Wing mixing or serving bowl is a classic example of early American utilitarian stoneware. Finished in a warm tan glaze with two vivid cobalt blue bands, th...

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1930s American Vintage Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Antique Thai Ayutthaya Period Bronze Crowned Buddha Head on Wood Stand
Pair of Antique Thai Ayutthaya Period Bronze Crowned Buddha Head on Wood Stand

Pair of Antique Thai Ayutthaya Period Bronze Crowned Buddha Head on Wood Stand

Located in Forney, TX

A remarkable pair of Thai Ayutthaya period bronze crowned Buddha mounted on wood display stands. Thailand. 17th/18th Century Dimensions: (approx) Head: 15" High, 7.75" Wide, 6" Deep (tallest) Overall: tbd Provenance / Acquisition: Acquired from the highly reputable auction house Heritage Auctions, Dallas, Texas. 2024 March Fine & Decorative Asian Art Signature Catalog Auction #8155 Lot #78357 Condition Report: Attractive pair with beautifully aged patina, condition commensurate of age, use, and exposure. Scattered areas of desirable verdigris green patina and oxidation throughout to each. Minor loss to front shell point of one example. Small holes scattered throughout and scews/nails through each fixing both examples to wooden bases. Both well preserved and present superbly History: The first Crowned Buddha images or Jambupati Buddha statues are known to have been originated from the Pyu, where the Indian influence of Buddhist arts and non-Theravada Buddhism was extremely felt in those days. There may have been various background stories behind the crowned Buddha statues in the course of history but one of the most popular stories goes by the legend of Jambupati. This particular legend is not known in the home of Buddhism India, however the crowned Buddha statues have been attached to the name Jambupati as the Buddha is believed to have humbled a boastful and arrogant king Jambupati. The story goes on about how the Buddha transformed himself into a mighty king with a crown and jewelry and set himself a majestic yet incomparable palace. Seeing this, the king accepted the great ability of the Buddha and submitted himself to the Dharma and became a Buddhist monk. This particular story has gained a lot of popularity and stood the test of time in Burma as the number of Crowned Buddha statues in Burma is considerably great in amount. There are also other versions of the background story of crowned statues...

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17th Century Thai Antique Folk Art Furniture

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Bronze

Vintage Korean Celadon Green Maebyeong Bud Vase, Crackled Glaze
Vintage Korean Celadon Green Maebyeong Bud Vase, Crackled Glaze

Vintage Korean Celadon Green Maebyeong Bud Vase, Crackled Glaze

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage ceramic vase features the distinct Maebyong shape with small opening, short neck, round shoulder, wide base, and constricted waist. The vase is decorated with dark green and ...

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Mid-20th Century Korean Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Pottery, Ceramic, Celadon

Large Carved Pub Sign
Large Carved Pub Sign

Large Carved Pub Sign

Located in Greenwich, CT

A pub sign depicting a whimsical fox emerging from a gilt jug, of very large scale. Hand-hewn from solid wood and skilfully relief carved - the fox has distinct fur, legs, ear, snou...

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1930s English Vintage Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wood

Japanese Artist Maneki Neko Pottery Sculpture / Cat Figurine Wabisabi Folk Art
Japanese Artist Maneki Neko Pottery Sculpture / Cat Figurine Wabisabi Folk Art

Japanese Artist Maneki Neko Pottery Sculpture / Cat Figurine Wabisabi Folk Art

Located in 足利市, JP

An extraordinary, one-of-a-kind ceramic sculpture of a Maneki-Neko (Welcoming Cat) by the acclaimed Kyoto-based contemporary ceramicist Kazuya Yoshida. Renowned for breaking the boun...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus Black Leopard Framed Vintage Poster
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus Black Leopard Framed Vintage Poster

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus Black Leopard Framed Vintage Poster

Located in Savannah, GA

This large and very colorful vintage Ringling Bros. and Barnum and Baily Circus ink on paper poster features a charging black leopard with a ferocious grimace. Printed by the Erie Li...

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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

L.77.5cm Largest Norwegian Rosemaling Ale Bowl / Kjenge, Hand-painted Folk Art
L.77.5cm Largest Norwegian Rosemaling Ale Bowl / Kjenge, Hand-painted Folk Art

L.77.5cm Largest Norwegian Rosemaling Ale Bowl / Kjenge, Hand-painted Folk Art

Located in Skien, NO

**A Monumental & Poetic Norwegian Rosemaling Ale Bowl (Kjenge)** - Maybe the largest rosemaling kjenge in Norway. Presenting an exceptional and likely record-scale example of Norwe...

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Late 20th Century Norwegian Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wood, Birch, Pine

Arts & Crafts Folk Art Chandelier with Four Folkloristic Male Figures
Arts & Crafts Folk Art Chandelier with Four Folkloristic Male Figures

Arts & Crafts Folk Art Chandelier with Four Folkloristic Male Figures

Located in Lisse, NL

A museum-quality Arts & Crafts folk art chandelier, conceived and handcrafted in southern Germany in the early years of the 20th century. This exceptional sculptural pendant transcen...

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Early 20th Century German Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Iron

German ANRI Wood Carved Figural Decorative Letter Opener vintage 1920s
German ANRI Wood Carved Figural Decorative Letter Opener vintage 1920s

German ANRI Wood Carved Figural Decorative Letter Opener vintage 1920s

By ANRI

Located in Nuernberg, DE

This charming letter opener dates from the 1920s–1930s, or possibly earlier, and exudes the warmth and character of Alpine folk art. This piece is meticulously crafted in the Europea...

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1920s German Vintage Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wood

Still Life with Watermelon and Pomegranates — (After Frida Kahlo) ca. 1950
Still Life with Watermelon and Pomegranates — (After Frida Kahlo) ca. 1950

Still Life with Watermelon and Pomegranates — (After Frida Kahlo) ca. 1950

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Oil painting on canvas created around 1950 depicting a still life composition centered on a sliced watermelon accompanied by pomegranates and other fruits arranged on a neutral surface. The scene stands out for its vivid chromatic contrast: the vibrant red of the watermelon’s flesh against the deep green of its rind, complemented by the warm, organic tones of the surrounding fruits, creating a rich and balanced visual composition. The work evokes the symbolic and emotional language associated with Frida Kahlo, particularly her way of depicting fruit as metaphors for life, fertility, and a deep connection to the Mexican land. Within the Mexican pictorial tradition of the twentieth century, fruits such as watermelon and pomegranate often carry a strong symbolic presence, becoming more than simple objects and instead reflecting cultural identity and expressive depth. The painterly treatment reveals a warm palette and a soft atmospheric background that enhances the sculptural presence of the fruits. The composition recalls the sensitivity and visual language characteristic of mid-century Mexican still life...

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1950s Mexican Vintage Folk Art Furniture

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Canvas

Lomonosov Porcelain Grouse Bird Figurine, Handpainted, 1986-1992
Lomonosov Porcelain Grouse Bird Figurine, Handpainted, 1986-1992

Lomonosov Porcelain Grouse Bird Figurine, Handpainted, 1986-1992

By Lomonosov

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Charming standing grouse bird figurine is made of porcelain. Highly detailed hand-painted decoration in organic brown and beige palette complements complex, realistic shape of the p...

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1980s Russian Vintage Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Porcelain, Ceramic

Indian South India Framed Miniature Mughal Painting of Royal Women in Courtyard
Indian South India Framed Miniature Mughal Painting of Royal Women in Courtyard

Indian South India Framed Miniature Mughal Painting of Royal Women in Courtyard

Located in Studio City, CA

A beautiful, quite captivating miniature Indian (South India) Rajput School Moghul painting featuring two colorfully clad women, likely part of a royal family, finding a quite moment...

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19th Century Indian Antique Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Paint, Wood

Cats Cats Cats Painting Outsider Folk Artist Gloria Laposka
Cats Cats Cats Painting Outsider Folk Artist Gloria Laposka

Cats Cats Cats Painting Outsider Folk Artist Gloria Laposka

Located in South Burlington, VT

13 different cats are depicted in this charming -vibrant hand painting A framed oil painting on canvas panel by Self Taught Outsider Surrealist Folk Artist Gloria Antoinette Laposk...

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Late 20th Century American Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Canvas, Wood

French 1900s Hand Carved Tramp Art Mirror with Raised Diamond Motifs
French 1900s Hand Carved Tramp Art Mirror with Raised Diamond Motifs

French 1900s Hand Carved Tramp Art Mirror with Raised Diamond Motifs

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French rectangular Tramp Art hand carved wooden mirror from the early 20th century, with raised diamond motifs and X patterns. Created in France during the Turn of the Century whic...

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Early 20th Century French Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Vintage Croatian Silk Folk Embroıdery
Vintage Croatian Silk Folk Embroıdery

Vintage Croatian Silk Folk Embroıdery

Located in Istanbul, TR

This vintage embroidery is in rather good condition for its age and use.

Category

Mid-20th Century Croatian Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Linen, Silk

Pair of Antique Swedish Monk's Corner Chairs in Oak, Circa Early 20th Century
Pair of Antique Swedish Monk's Corner Chairs in Oak, Circa Early 20th Century

Pair of Antique Swedish Monk's Corner Chairs in Oak, Circa Early 20th Century

Located in Peabody, MA

Pair of rustic Swedish munkstolar, or monk’s chairs, ca. 1910-1920. Their three legged design has its origins in the medieval monasteries of Northern Europe where it was considered a...

Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Oak

19thC Cast Iron Horse Head Hitching Post with a Base
19thC Cast Iron Horse Head Hitching Post with a Base

19thC Cast Iron Horse Head Hitching Post with a Base

By J.L. Mott Ironworks

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous horse head hitching post from the latter part of the 19th century. Beautiful craftsmanship and detail in the casting. Horse Head sits on a fluted round column with a new ste...

Category

1880s American Antique Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Steel, Iron

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