Joseph Malekan Folk Art

Here is an exceptional piece, fresh from a vintage estate. This beautiful antique Native American doll has incredible presence and a fan...

This American portrait descended through same family from 1830s until July 2012, when I acquired it from executor in Oregon. Early family had lived in New England. It is unusual to h...

There is no overarching color composition to either the square sections nor to their associated six-point stars on this richly toned antique quilt. The stars are not perfectly orient...

An antique hand-made quilt circa 1890-1900s originated from Ohio. The quilt features a striking patched square pattern with fan motifs, all hand stitched with colorful cotton appliqu...

Large Folk art / surrealist Oil painting on canvas.. depicting circus scene. "Burning Tent".. Very well executed.. amazing detail..

Antique Amish Bars quilt from Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. This quilt is from the 1930s wool and cotton sateen. The condition is very good with min...

It's no reason this stunning work of textile art from the 1830's was on display for almost 30 years! For lovers of the artfully whimsical crazy quilt, this gorgeous work of art is a ...

A beautiful and rare antique American Mennonite quilt, country of origin: America, circa 1860. Size: 5 ft 3 in x 5 ft 6 in (1.6 m x 1.68 m) This rare, Mennonite antique America quilt from the 1860’s is a real treasure, as there are few that have survived. The Mennonites are a branch of the Amish community that broke off in the 1860’s over disagreements with the Old Order Amish. The Amish are a group of Pennsylvania Dutch immigrants to America who are known for adherence to strict religious beliefs and conservative views. Their women are notably known for their skill in quilt making. This brightly colored quilt is in what is known as the log cabin pattern. The squares are made from strips of fabric stacked in a way similar to the stacking of logs used to make a log home. This particular arrangement of colors is known as “streak of lightening” and is a popular Mennonite design. This pattern alternates light and dark diagonal rows of color. The border creates a whimsical frame to the pattern. These magnificent antique American quilts were often made from scraps or clothing that had worn out its usefulness. The Mennonites were known for their thriftiness and traditions that emphasized gratitude for the gifts one had been given. These designs were not haphazard and required tremendous amounts of planning and thought. The scraps would be collected and then the colors would be arranged. Finally, the pieces would be cut and stitched together with precision to make a top. Next a fluffy, warm stuffing would be sandwiched between a backing and the top. This would be hand stitched to accentuate the design and to keep the stuffing from shifting during use. This antique Mennonite quilt...

A striking, energetic piece of original abstract artwork dating from the 1960s/70s. Acrylic and oil have been used to create bold lines and brushwork on the canvas giving the piece a...

This fine Ohio Amish quilt is in pristine condition and is made from polished cotton. The fine piecework of the postage stamp nine patch corners and geometric pattern surround. It is...

A large Amish quilt of center diamond pattern made from a blush rose red and pine green chambray cotton and wool blend. The center diamond in the square pattern is supplemented with ...

"Cat With A Bow Seated" cast iron still bank is a re-issue of a bank by the same name and same casting made in the early 1900s by the Grey Iron C...