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Style: Primitive
Hand-Crafted 20th-Century Iron-Clay Terracotta Olive Jar, Central Anatolia
Located in London, GB
This 20th-century terracotta olive jar originates from Central Anatolia, where dense, iron-rich clay and open-kiln firing produced durable vessels intended for storing and transporti...
Category
1940s Turkish Vintage Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay
Unique Free-standing Ammonite Fossil
Located in Nijlen, BE
Ammonites from Madagascar are the fossilized shells of extinct squid that lived 65 to 110 million years ago. These fossils are found worldwide, but Madagascar is a well-known source ...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Malagasy Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone
90lb Natural White Quartz Crystal Rock Stone Formation Healing Cluster
Located in Dayton, OH
A fine and impressive 90 pound natural white quartz specimen. Gorgeous natural sculpture adding organic modern element to any room.
This white crystal is considered a “master heal...
Category
Late 20th Century Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Quartz
$1,095 Sale Price
60% Off
Set of 4 Decorative Handcrafted African Wooden Sculptures, Mid Century
Located in Odense, DK
A collection of four hand-carved wooden sculptures from West Africa, each piece unique in its form and expression. Crafted with skill and tradition, the figures display fine detailin...
Category
Mid-20th Century African Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Old wooden sculpture by an unknown artist from Japan
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old wooden sculpture.
No details are known, but it was found in Japan.
It appears to be based on a European female figure.
So it is estimated to have been made afte...
Category
20th Century Japanese Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Chinese River Basket, c.1900
Located in Savannah, GA
A Chinese woven reed river basket, circa 1900.
12 inches wide by 14 ½ inches tall
Category
Early 1900s Chinese Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Reed
Javanese Drum Pot in Black Teak, Hand-Carved, Size M, Ethnic Style, 20th Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This size M Javanese drum pot, hand-carved from solid black teak, is a rare ethnic piece once used as a traditional musical instrument. Its dark patina and original wooden protrusion...
Category
20th Century Indonesian Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Antique Turkish Terracotta Storage Jar, Early 20th Century Mediterranean Pottery
Located in London, GB
This antique terracotta storage jar embodies the quiet beauty and utility of early 20th-century Anatolian craftsmanship. Hand-thrown in rural Turkey, its tall, tapered silhouette and...
Category
1940s Turkish Vintage Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay
19th Century Primitive Dove Tailed Hammered Copper Brass Water Jug
Located in Louisville, KY
Copper vessels of this nature were once primitively made in Europe and Middle Eastern areas of the world. This piece is a stunning example of the stout, but primitive craftsmanship t...
Category
19th Century European Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass, Copper
Religious Polychrome Santos Wood Carving
Located in San Diego, CA
An early polychrome religious santos carving, circa 1800s. The piece is hand carved in a soft wood with original paint and polychrome finish on a wood...
Category
19th Century Spanish Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Softwood
$760 Sale Price
20% Off
antique Japanese wabi sabi Konebachi, hand-carved dough bowl, primitive, mingei
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
Antique wooden dough bowl, Konebachi. - Hand-carved from the one solid wood piece , circa 1870s - 1900s.
dough bowls were widely owned by the ordinary Japanese households, the most ...
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Large Antique Wabi Sabi Style Bowl in Wood 19th Century
Located in Meer, VAN
Large Antique Wabi Sabi Style Bowl in Wood 19th Century.
A wonderful and large antique wooden bowl with a very good wabi sabi appearance. Ha...
Category
19th Century European Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Large Ancient Holy Land Pottery Jug, Iron Age, Time of King David, c. 1000 BC
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
An impressive Iron Age pottery jug from the Holy Land, dating to the time of King David (c. 1000 BC), with a rounded body, loop handle, and warm, earthen patina.
This vessel embodies...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Israeli Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
Early 20th Century Wood
Brass Tool Box
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Early 20th Century Wood & Brass Tool Box / Chest. Beautiful natural patina.
Category
Early 20th Century American Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
$728 Sale Price
49% Off
Vintage African Bronze Rooster Figurine Ife Benin Nigeria Primitive Folk Art
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This striking vintage bronze rooster sculpture is a fine example of African tribal artistry, originating from the cultural regions of Ife and Benin in Nigeria. Crafted with a primiti...
Category
1940s Beninese Vintage Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
antique Japanese wabi sabi Konebachi, large hand-carved dough bowl, primitive
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
Antique wooden dough bowl, Konebachi. - Hand-carved from the one solid wood piece , circa 1870s - 1900s.
dough bowls were widely owned by the ordinary Japanese households, the most ...
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
$510 Sale Price
20% Off
Northern Wei Dynasty Painted Terracotta Horse Torso, 386–534 A.D. or Later
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
A sculptural terracotta horse from the Northern Wei Dynasty (386–534 A.D.), featuring the head and torso rendered in a dynamic, upright pose. The surface is richly decorated with swi...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
19th century Rural Egg Collection Buttocks Basket
Located in Louisville, KY
Imagine this gorgeous textural piece of rustic history being carried about a farm in the 1850's, collecting eggs on a spring morning. Now, imagine this same beautiful piece today in ...
Category
Mid-19th Century North American Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Oak
Mythical Beast Coconut Splitter, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This sculptural early 20th century coconut splitter was carved into the form of a crouching beast ready to pounce. It was likely a merchant's tool in a Southeast Asian market used to...
Category
Early 20th Century Southeast Asian Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Steel
$468 Sale Price
40% Off
Senufo Female Fertility Statue in Carved Wood, Late 19th Century
By Senufo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A female fertility statue of West African Senufo (Mali, or Ivory Coast) origin in solid wood. Hand-carved from a single piece of Mango wood, this expr...
Category
Late 19th Century Malian Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Ebony
$810 Sale Price
83% Off
19th Century French Articulated Mannequin
Located in San Francisco, CA
Mid-late 19th century expertly hand carved and fully articulated artist mannequin
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Walnut
Primitive Antique Oak Dovetailed Butlers Cutlery Tray Knife Caddy Tool Box 13"
Located in Dayton, OH
Primitive antique oak divided cutlery / knife tray / box / trug with raised carved center divider and hand cut dovetailed corners.
Dimensions:
12.75" x 8.75" x 6.25" (Width x Depth ...
Category
19th Century Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Oak
$385 Sale Price
30% Off
Handcrafted Vintage Turkish Clay Jar, Rustic Pottery Vase
Located in London, GB
Bring timeless character to your space with this vintage Anatolian clay jar, a handcrafted vessel that reflects the rich pottery traditions of Anatolia. With its earthy tones, organi...
Category
1940s Turkish Vintage Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay
Wicker Splint Market Basket
Located in New York, NY
A wicker splint market gathering 'buttocks' basket with 'God's eye' handle support, circa early-20th century, America.
Category
Early 20th Century American Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wicker
Makonde Carved Figure
Located in London, GB
A fascinating large hand carved Shetani figure from the Makonde people of Tanzania. Named 'Daudi' which roughly translates to 'beloved'. The Shetani carved figures represent good spi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tanzanian Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Hardwood
$1,768
19th Century Small Pantry Box with Original Lid
Located in Louisville, KY
This beautifully constructed circular pantry box from the late 19th century is indeed a unique find. It's smaller size makes it particularly unusual. Typically found in one's pantry ...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Large Ceramic Pot
Located in Dallas, TX
Category
20th Century European Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
$890 / item
19th Century Articulated Wooden Figure of the Virgin Mary
Located in Leesburg, VA
19th century articulated wooden figure of the Virgin Mary
Anonymous
Spain; 19th century
Polychrome wood, inset glass eyes
Approximate size: 37 x 11 x 7 cm
An antique ‘Virgin...
Category
19th Century Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paint
$1,496 Sale Price
52% Off
Handcrafted Rugged Earthenware Amphora Vase
Located in London, GB
Introducing the Handcrafted Rugged Earthenware Storage Amphora, a piece that embodies the essence of Mediterranean craftsmanship and rustic charm. This amphora, traditionally used fo...
Category
1930s Turkish Vintage Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
Swedish Mora Clock 100% Original Paint
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Swedish Mora Clock 100% Original Paint . the only thing done to it is the old original NON working have been replaced with New modern battery works.
Category
1810s Swedish Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Pine
Late Bronze Age Cypriot Painted Jar Ca 1450 BCE to 1200 BCE
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Late Bronze Age Cypriot Painted Jar ca. 1450 to 1200 BCE
An elegant example of Late Bronze Age Cypriot pottery, this jar features a broad, ovoid body tapering upward to a short neck ...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Cypriot Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery, Terracotta
20th Century Turkish Amphora
Located in London, GB
This vintage 20th-century Turkish amphora is a rare Anatolian clay vessel that beautifully enhances rustic, Mediterranean, cottagecore, farmhouse, and ...
Category
1950s Turkish Vintage Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay
Ancient Holy Land Iron Age Terracotta Storage Jar with Lug Handles, c. 1200–1000
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
A striking large terracotta storage jar from the Holy Land, dating to the Iron Age, circa 1200–1000 BC. The vessel is hand-formed in a rounded globular shape, with a short cylindrica...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Israeli Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
Stylized South Arabian Stele in Sandstone – Pre-Islamic Primitive Sculpture
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This South Arabian sandstone stele is a decorative sculpture inspired by the pre-Islamic funerary pillars of ancient Yemen. Entirely hand-carved in natural, sand-toned stone, it refl...
Category
20th Century Yemeni Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Sandstone
Vintage Hand-Stitched Leather Dog Sculpture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Buttery leather puppy dog sculpture in the Style of Dmitri Omersa (ca. 1980s, USA).
Very good, vintage condition with light patina/normal age consistent with age/use (due to the han...
Category
1980s American Vintage Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Leather
Japanese Antique massive burl wood slab Sculpture wabi sabi art piece objet dart
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
from North part of Kanto or Tohoku area, Japan.
Antique massive wood lump, burl wood slab can be displayed as an unique art piece to add the taste of wabi sabi, or the touch of natu...
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
$960 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Terracotta Amphora
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Antique Moroccan terracotta amphora , simply for water in the desert.
I have also some others.
O/2782/9.
Category
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
19th Century French Iron Butcher
s Cleaver on Custom Wall Mount
Located in Chicago, IL
Unleash a slice of culinary history with this 19th-century French iron butcher's cleaver, a robust masterpiece echoing the craftsmanship of a bygone era. The large triangle-shaped bl...
Category
19th Century French Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
Antique Primitive Glider Rocking Hobby Horse Rustic Carved Wood Cast Iron Red
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Primitive Glider Rocking Hobby Horse Rustic Carved Wood Cast Iron Red. Item features a carved wood horse, red painted wood base, cast iron hardware with star accents, and lea...
Category
19th Century Unknown Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
18th Century French Wrought-Iron Dragon Weathervane
Located in Chicago, IL
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...
Category
18th Century French Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wrought Iron
Hand Carved Wooden Bowl, France
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand Carved Elm Bowl
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Hiroyuki Nishimura Sculpture Four Abstract tribal style wild nature glamping
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Casa guadix.
Sculpture by Hiroyuki Nishimura.
Material: Camphor.
This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws.
Category
2010s Japanese Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Decorative hand-woven bag/box from Panama, Sac-Bolso by Ethic&Tropic
By Ethic&Tropic
Located in Warsaw, PL
Decorative hand-woven bag from Panama, Sac-Bolso by Ethic&Tropic
Extraordinary art and decorative items, these masks come from the shamanic beliefs and rituals of indigenous Embera ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Panamanian Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Cane
Unique Natural Stone Sculpture
Located in Nijlen, BE
A unique big sculpture, created from the water.
Originated in Malta.
Velvet soft in feeling.
The natural glow creates a beautiful wabi-sabi feel, a sense of imperfection.
Beautifull...
Category
19th Century Maltese Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone
19th Century American Splint Oak Gathering Basket
Located in Chicago, IL
A large 19th century American splint oak gathering basket with one long bent-oak handle, a double banded rim, and a large belly. Found in New England.
Category
19th Century American Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Oak
Large Chinese Sang de Boeuf Bowl, 20th Century, Signed
Located in Doylestown, PA
Large patinated Chinese Sang de Boeuf with Flambe glazed bowl, signed, early 20th century. A heavy, thick-bodied earthenware bowl with great color likely used for utilitarian purpose...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery, Earthenware
Tall Double-Handled Terracotta Storage Jar, Early 20th Century Mediterranean Ves
Located in London, GB
This tall double-handled terracotta jar is a fine example of early 20th-century Mediterranean pottery — practical in origin yet sculptural in form. Hand-thrown from coarse earthen cl...
Category
1940s Turkish Vintage Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay
25" Antique Heavily Carved Wooden Vessel
Located in Pasadena, TX
This wooden vessel was made in Asia.
The wooden vessel is carved in high relief.
It has what may be Foo Dogs as handles.
The vessel is quite worn. but very stable.
The floor of it is...
Category
20th Century Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Antique Candle Holder
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful hand carved antique candle holder. Full dimensions; 18.5″ high x 4″ diameter top x 5.5″ diameter bottom. Circa 1950.
This candle holder was hand carved in the spirit of Wa...
Category
1950s Vintage Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
A small hand-carved malachite sculpture of an indigenous tribesman, 20th century
Located in View Park, CA
A hand-carved malachite sculpture depicting an indigenous tribesman - possibly Mayan or Aztec - , probably 20th century. A hole is carved on verso bottom of sculpture so he can be fi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Malachite
19th Century American Wrought Iron Candle Sconce
Located in Chicago, IL
This 19th-century American wrought iron two-arm candle sconce is a stunning piece of historical craftsmanship. It features a twisted stem, showcasing intricate blacksmithing skills, ...
Category
19th Century American Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Primitive Hand Chiseled Horse Sculptures
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two hand-chiseled horse sculptures with a primitive aesthetic. Their weathered finish adds character and suggests a sense of history. Placed on a fireplace mantel, they likely serv...
Category
1940s Spanish Vintage Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
$950 Sale Price / set
42% Off
Chinese Blackware Jar – Warring States Period
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Chinese Blackware Jar – Warring States Period China, 475–221 B.C.
A finely hand-built blackware jar from the Warring States period, notable for its elegant simplicity and timeworn pr...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery, Terracotta
Provincial Chinese Trunk Mortar, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This large wooden mortar dates to the late 19th century and was originally used for crushing rice, grain, spices and other foodstuffs. Carved from a single tree trunk, the mortar has...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
African Dagari Ancestor Figure
Located in Chicago, IL
For the Dagari people of Burkina Faso and Ghana, this highly stylized figure embodied the living spirit of a deceased ancestor. Tucked away from view in a secret alcove or shrine, th...
Category
Early 20th Century Ghanaian Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Exceptional Early 19th Century Blue Painted Chopping Bowl with Stitched Repairs
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
A rare early 19th century New England wooden chopping bowl in original blue-green paint with beautiful stitched repairs and rich patina.
An extraordinary example of early American ut...
Category
19th Century American Antique Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Hardwood
Turkish Dual-Handle Terracotta Storage Pot
Located in London, GB
This Turkish dual-handle terracotta storage pot is a captivating piece that embodies the heritage and artistry of Anatolian craftsmanship. With its robust form and elegantly curved d...
Category
1940s Turkish Vintage Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay
Decorative Hand-Woven Mask from Panama, Nemboro by Ethic&Tropic
By Ethic&Tropic
Located in Warsaw, PL
Decorative hand-woven mask from Panama, Nemboro by Ethic&Tropic
Extraordinary art and decorative items, these masks come from the shamanic beliefs and rituals of indigenous Embera...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Panamanian Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Cane
A Large Willow Branch Basket
Located in Savannah, GA
A large vintage willow branch basket, mid-20th century.
27 inches wide and deep by 14 inches tall
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Willow
Early 20th Century Japanese Tray
Located in Chicago, IL
A chic and modern-in-spirit early 20th century Japanese hand-carved wooden tray of rectangular form raised on two runners, and with a circular convex bowl in the center. There are several knife marks on one side making us believe that this was used in the kitchen. Today its perfect for catching your keys, pocket change...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Primitive Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Primitive decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Primitive decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage decorative objects created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, folk art, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Primitive decorative objects made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative objects, popular names associated with this style include Andrianna Shamaris, Ethic&Tropic, Hiroyuki Nishimura, and Bovey Pottery. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for decorative objects differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $70 and tops out at $156,000 while the average work can sell for $1,200.
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