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Period: Early 20th Century
Wool Amish Saw Tooth Diamond Quilt From Penna.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lancaster County wool Amish Saw tooth diamond in a square quilt circa 1930's in fine condition.
Made by Mrs. Noah King for one of her daughters. Rebecca or Fanning.
Princes Feather f...
Category
American Folk Art Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wool
$3,116 Sale Price
20% Off
Native American Tomahawk
Located in Coeur d
Alene, ID
Classic Native American Eastern Plains Indian tomahawk. With tulip shaped bowl and maple wire wrapped shaft. One tin cone drop with horse hair. Beautiful layered steel blade with dar...
Category
American Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Metal
$12,000
Antique American Carousel Horse Carnival Ride Attrib Charles Dare
Located in Forney, TX
A charming antique, circa 1920, American track machine carousel horse amusement ride attributed to legendary carver Charles W. Dare Company (United States), now mounted on a custom r...
Category
American Folk Art Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
Hand Carved Occasional Side End Lamp Table, 1905 Liberty
s London
By Liberty
Co.
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Liberty Hand Carved Side Table. Heavily Carved with Large Poppy Flowers. A very good-looking piece, it's hand-carved from top to bottom with floral detailing.
Category
Italian Folk Art Antique Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood
$630 Sale Price
53% Off
Gelede Headdress, Yoruba People, Nigeria, circa 1920s
Located in Aramits, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Gelede festivals honor the creative and dangerous power of women elders, female ancestors and goddesses known as "our mothers". The Gelede headdress often consists of two parts, a lo...
Category
Nigerian Tribal Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Dated 1907 Museum-Quality Arts
Crafts Wall Cabinet, Hand-crafted Dragon Style
Located in Skien, NO
Over 100 years old Primitive Antique Norwegian Dragon Style Carved Hanging Cabinet, 1907
Description:
This rare and professionally carved hanging cabinet is a stellar example of Sca...
Category
Norwegian Folk Art Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Pine, Hardwood, Beech
$2,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Expressive Early Classic Cubist Dan Mask Early 20th Century Liberia, ex Sothebys
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Expressive early classic cubist Dan mask with refined expressive look, narrow open eyes and mouth and fine line scarification marks around outside of face. Created early 20th century by the Dan People...
Category
Liberian Tribal Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Antique Ethnic Brass Traditional Anklet Bracelet from India Vide Poche
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Dhokra art old ethnic tribal brass traditional ankle bracelet from India, repurposed as ashtrays ,catchall, or vide poche.
Handcrafted of a hollow band of heavy brass decorated with chevron repoussé banding and lost wax granulation.
The brass inner plate was later added to use the bracelet as a small ashtray.
The closure was a push pin mechanism that was closed.
India, circa 1920s.
Measure: 7"5 D x 2" H.
"Dhokra is an ancient folk art tradition prevalent in India in the eastern states of West Bengal, Odisha, Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh. Dhokra craft objects are made through the process of non-ferrous metal casting using the lost-wax casting technique, which is one of the earliest and most advanced methods of metal casting known to human civilization. Its roots can be traced back 4500 years to the ancient city of Mohenjodaro in the Indus Valley Civilization.
The name Dokra or Dhokra was used to indicate a group of craftsmen of nomadic type from the Dhokra Damar tribe, scattered over the regions of Bengal, Orisa and Madhya Pradash, whose wares were identified by their beautifully shaped and decorated metal products. The enchanting Dhokra art objects have motifs inspired by indigenous folk...
Category
Indian Anglo Raj Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Metal
Glen Lukens Signed Early Midcentury Glazed California Pottery Weed Pot Vase
By Glen Lukens
Located in Studio City, CA
A very rare early work featuring a dark chocolate brown glaze by master Mid-Century Modern ceramist/potter Glen Lukens whose work has become quite collectible and relatively scarce and difficult to find.
The work is signed and dated (1924) by Lukens on the underside (we have only seen one other piece dated this early and that piece is in the Forrest Merrill Collection).
Lukens was the founder of the University of Southern California (USC) Architectural School’s Ceramics Department where he helped establish and promote clay pottery as a universally acceptable art form. The current popularity of Studio Pottery and ceramics is widely accepted to have started with Lukens who is oft credited with being one of the first artists to raise the stature of Mid-Century Modern Studio Pottery within the art world.
Lukens is famed for his experiments with various glazes and glazing techniques. His influence and glazes can be clearly seen in the works of Otto and Gertrud Natzler, Beatrice Wood, James Lovera, etc. He was also known for combining bright, colorful textile glazes (using natural, organic materials and elements he found in the Mojave Desert, Palm Springs, and Death Valley to make what he referred to as "California Colors") with the rough and raw clay surfaces of his often rudimentary forms and vessels.
Lukens currently has an award in his name (Glen Lukens Award) at the University of Southern California's School of fine Arts.
A very rare, unique, and truly special work This piece would be a tremendous stand-out addition to any collectors of Lukens' work or Mid-Century Modern ceramics collection or eye-catching accent piece in about any setting, modern or otherwise. A must-have.
Lukens work can be found in various museum collections including:
Arizona State University Art Museum, Tempe, Arizona
Huntington Library...
Category
American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Earthenware, Pottery
Early 20th Century African American Crazy Quilt
Located in Barrington, IL
This extraordinary African American crazy quilt, hand-pieced and embroidered in the early 1900s, is a vivid expression of creativity, resilience, and cultural storytelling. Composed of 25 distinct blocks arranged in a 5x5 grid, each approximately 13 inches square, the quilt features an array of rich wool fabrics in hues of red, brown, gray, black, navy, and pale green—cut into dynamic rectangular and trapezoidal shapes.
Every piece is meticulously hand-appliquéd and accented with elegant feather stitch embroidery, lending intricate detail and texture to the overall composition. A soft gray flannel border, 5 inches wide, frames the quilt, while the reverse is backed with warm gray cotton flannel, adding both comfort and contrast.
More than just a textile, this quilt is a historical artifact—one that reflects the ingenuity and artistry of African American makers during a pivotal era in American history. Early African American quilts from the 19th and early 20th centuries have become highly sought after for their rarity, authenticity, and profound cultural significance.
A striking addition to any collection, this quilt stands as both a visual masterpiece and a powerful testament to the legacy of African American folk art.
Dimensions: 77.5” x 77.5”
Date of Manufacture: 1st Quarter of the 1900s
Place of Origin: United States
Material: Wool, Cotton
Condition: Good
The Persian Knot, SKU 2079
African American Quilts, Southern Quilts, Gee’s Bend Quilts, Alabama Quilts, 19th Century Quilts, African American Art, Antique African American Quilts...
Category
American Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Original Mexican Retablo "Exvotos" Oil on Tin
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this original Mexican Retablo "Exvotos" oil on tin, circa 1920.
Category
Mexican Folk Art Vintage Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Metal
$1,400 Sale Price
30% Off
Early 20th century fairground figure
Located in London, GB
Early 20th century fairground figure
In the form of Benito Mussolini this early 20th century hand carved French fairground knockdown figure is in or...
Category
French Folk Art Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Pine
Old carved wooden comb from the Chokwe/Lwena tribe , early 1900
Located in Bilzen, BE
A genuine comb from the early 1900 from the Chokwe/Lwena tribe DR Congo and Angola
Rich tribal aged patina
Professional mounted on a custom made metal base (included in the sale)
He...
Category
Tribal Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Solid Brass/Nickel Alloy Cuff Bracelet, Nupe People, Nigeria, 19th/20th Century
By Nupe
Located in Aramits, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Late 19th or early 20th-century brass or copper alloy with higher nickel content. Bracelet in horseshoe form with fixed opening. Pierced design with rectangular shapes and carved swi...
Category
Nigerian Tribal Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Large Whimsical Antique Hand Carved Wooden Horse Sculpture
Located in Forney, TX
A large antique hand carved wooden horse sculpture on stand. Most likely from Southeast Asia, (Indonesian, Burmese, Thai) early 20th c...
Category
Folk Art Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Vintage Royal Typewriter - Black
Located in Los Angeles, CA
VINTAGE ROYAL TYPEWRITER - BLACK
Leather Case
13Wx13Hx13D
Category
American Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Metal
Wood Black Forest Brienz Carved Figural Gnome Nutcracker German Antique, 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1900s Black Forest Brienz wood carved Nutcracker in form of a Gnome. Nice addition to your room or just for use it on your desk.
Category
German Black Forest Antique Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood
19th Century Japanese Meiji Iki mask
Located in London, GB
19th Century Japanese Meiji Iki mask
A Japanese Meiji period Iki mask dated from the late 19th Century, depicting a dynamic expressive human face, with glass eyes and hair and a burn...
Category
Japanese Victorian Antique Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Gesso, Wood
Karaut
Pectoral
Ornament, Abelam Culture, Papua New Guinea
Located in Point Richmond, CA
This piece is an excellent example of an adornment used by Abelam warriors to frighten their enemies. They are held in a warrior’s mouth for courage and to intimidate their adversary...
Category
Papua New Guinean Other Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Shell, Natural Fiber
Folk art pine wedding chest, dated 1901
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A pine wedding chest from 1901. The illustrations are traditional with images of flowers and tulips. The chest was part of a dowry package and would have been in the clean room of th...
Category
German Folk Art Antique Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Pine
Vintage Old Striped Kilim Balikesir Rug Western Anatolian Natural Turkish Carpet
Located in Tokyo, JP
This Striped Old Runner Kilim is a traditional handwoven piece from Western Turkey. It measures approximately 98cm x 245cm and is made from 100% high-quality wool.
Design & Features...
Category
Turkish Kilim Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
Vintage Large Wooden “Bakery” Trade Sign
Located in Dekalb, IL
Large hand-crafted wooden storefront sign featuring raised block letters reading BAKERY across a shaped gilt panel. Each letter is individually cut and mounted in relief, creating a ...
Category
American American Colonial Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Beaded Native American Yakima Dress
Located in Coeur d
Alene, ID
Native American Yakama Indian dress with fully beaded cape, same both sides. Brain/smoked tanned with replaced chest of commercial tanned. Bright yellow background with rose floral d...
Category
American Native American Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Hide, Leather, Beads
Early 20th C. Cast Iron Miniature Farm House
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early 19th C cast iron miniature farm house. Rust surface patina. From New England.
Category
American Adirondack Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Iron
$956 Sale Price
20% Off
English Cork Antique Mallard Decoy Duck, Original Paint Early 20th Century
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Antique English wood and cork Mallard drake decoy with original paint.
Hand crafted in England.
Lightweight, with impressionistic shape and form.
Circa early 20th century.
Tip of...
Category
English Early Victorian Antique Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Cork
"Dancing Sailor" Antique Wind-Up Toy By "The Lehman Toy Company" Germany C. 1909
Located in Incline Village, NV
"Dancing Sailor" by Ernest Paul Lehman of Brandenburg, Germany; patented in 1903 (see image of marking) appears in post turn of the century Lehman Toy catalogues as item #535. After ...
Category
Folk Art Antique Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Tin
Nigerian Wood-Carved "Ekpo Secret Society" Mask
Located in Miami, FL
Acquired from Albert F. Gordon's Tribal Arts Gallery in Manhattan in the early 1970s, this is an Eket-style mask, typical of the Nigerian tribe that resides in the Southeastern regio...
Category
Nigerian Tribal Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
Skull Face Mask Nepal Citipati Wood Dance Mask with Open Eyes Mouth Carved Teeth
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Oval skull face dance mask from Nepal with powerful expression, open eyes and oval mouth with finely carved teeth. Representing the Buddhist Citipati, the skull faced protector. Hea...
Category
Nepalese Tribal Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Vintage Framed Yellow Cabs Sign c.1940-1950
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
A vintage Yellow Cabs sign framed with a thick wooden frame.
CREATOR Unknown.
DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1940-1950.
MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Mat Board, Wood.
C...
Category
American Industrial Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood
$1,115 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Wooden Carved Female Cattle Sculpture Brienz Switzerland ca. 1920s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Large Wooden Carved Female Cattle Sculpture Brienz Switzerland ca. 1920s
Item e7301
A very large naturalistically carved female cattle - masterly carved in lindenwood, Swiss, Brienz ...
Category
Swiss Black Forest Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Antique Mucur Mujur Prayer Rug Mudjar Mighrab Turkish Central Anatolian Carpet
Located in Tokyo, JP
This is an antique Mucur mighrab prayer rug from Central Anatolia, the Kirsehir region, with a floral red background, good condition, and beautiful color composition.
The town of M...
Category
Turkish Oushak Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
$9,000 Sale Price
25% Off
Antique Embroidered Nomadic Herder’s Vest, Tibet
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Antique Embroidered Nomadic Herder’s Vest, Tibet
A rare example of a herder’s vest from west Tibet. Composed of thick natural brown Tibetan sheep’s wool, heavily embroidered with na...
Category
Tibetan Tribal Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wool
Early 20th century English Hand Painted “HELL” Sign
Located in London, GB
Early 20th century English Hand Painted “HELL” Sign
Originally this sign was reclaimed from a shoe shop named “Shellington Shoes” in Essex. Most of the sign was damaged but we luck...
Category
British Victorian Vintage Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Pine
Patriotic Flag Quilt Old Glory
Located in Darnestown, MD
Nothing could be more of the moment than this patriotic flag quilt depicting Old Glory.
It was most likely made either for the admission of Arizona into st...
Category
American Folk Art Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Cotton
Collection 1900s Edwardian Miniature Tin Toys Farm Animals People and Park Trees
Located in Haarlem, NL
Large collection of tin 1900s Edwardian miniature toy figures.
A few tin houses a shed, gazebo's, flower arches, lots of trees and shrubs. Dovecote, pretty fences, a bench, a parrot tree, a birdcage, a plant Stand, a fountain, farm animals and lots of human figures in Edwardian clothing
about:
29 trees (trees shrubs, palmtrees)
11 decorative fences
2 arches
18 figures (girl with dog, a couple, lady with...
Category
British Edwardian Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Metal, Tin
$1,000 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Circa 1900 English fairground hand carved timber bust
Located in London, GB
Circa 1900 English fairground hand carved timber bust
An important piece of fairground history, in the form of a circa 1900 English fairground carved fragment of Field Marshal Hora...
Category
British Late Victorian Vintage Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Antique Art Deco Brass Illuminated Advertising Cinema Reception Flambosign Sign
Located in Sale, GB
- A fabulous Art Deco illuminated Reception sign from renowned manufacturers 'Flambosign', England circa 1930.
- The worn brass casing marked 'Flambosign' houses an etched lucite perspex...
Category
British Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Brass
Early 20th Century Rare Chicken Fairground Target Panel from Paris
Located in London, GB
Early 20th Century Rare Chicken Fairground Target Panel from Paris
Made from pine and papier Mache with hand painted detail. Known as a Passé Boule in France these fairground amusem...
Category
French Victorian Vintage Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Pine, Paper
Tiffany
Co. 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Enamel and Diamond Compact
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique 14 carat yellow gold, hot enamel and 0.30 carat diamond compact made by Tiffany
Co - boxed; an addition to our diverse ornamental collection.
This exceptional antique 14 carat yellow gold compact case has a rectangular rounded form.
The anterior and posterior surfaces of the case are embellished with impressive cream coloured hot enamel, accented with paralleling black borders with incurved corners.
The anterior surface of the case is ornamented with an applied oval cartouche, incorporating a ribbon box decorated frame accented with twenty-nine Dutch cut diamonds, totalling 0.30ct.
The anterior edge of the compact features a push fit catch ornamented with further black enamel decoration.
This impressive antique compact opens to reveal the original integrated mirror and two powder compartments.
Each makeup compartment features a flush hinged cover, with a subtle protruding thumbpiece to either side; the flush hinge indicates the high quality of the piece.
The upper rim of the compact is fitted with an impressive yellow gold chain handpiece, accented with six tubular designs ornamented with further cream and black hot enamel decoration.
The interior rim of the antique mirror bears the renowned maker's/retailer's mark 'Tiffany
Co' and the 14ct gold fineness mark (14K).
This exceptional Tiffany
Co compact case in gold is fitted to the original hinged leatherette presentation box with a satin and velvet lined interior, securing with a push fit catch; such an example in the original box is rare to the market.
The interior of the box bears the retailer's mark 'Tiffany
Co'.
This exceptional case is the finest of its type you could hope to acquire.
Condition
This antique Tiffany compact...
Category
Vintage Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Gold, Enamel
Stunning Swiss Antique Pine Cottage Set, Hutch, Table, Chairs w Awesome Carvings
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare folk art set with great carvings on cottage cupboard, table and matching chairs.
If you are looking for a unique set for your chalet, home, cott...
Category
Swiss Folk Art Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Brass
Antique Congolese African Tribal Carved Hemba Helmet Mask, Suku Peoples
Located in Forney, TX
A scarce antique African tribal carved Hemba helmet mask, the Suku peoples, possibly Kwese culture, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central Africa, early 20th century, surmounted by four-legged animal, over round face, with mouth ajar and incised jagged teeth exposed, protruding almond shaped eyes, scattered remnants of pigment, full raffia fiber fringe, mounted on wood stand.
A superb museum quality example, this remarkable tribal folk art sculpture is a wonderful way to add rustic warmth, rich historical depth, and fascinating cultural interest to any space!
Dimensions: (approx)
Overall: 26" High, 9" Wide, 10.25" Deep;
Mask only: 15" Tall;
7 lbs total
Provenance / Acquisition:
Acquired from the highly reputable auction house, Austin Auction Gallery, est.1983, Austin, Texas.
Excellent Condition:
Nicely aged distressed patina over the whole. Highly desirable wear consistent with age and indicative of use, including scattered losses, antique character marks and typical signs of aging throughout. Retaining scattered remnants of original pigment. Overall a superb museum quality example
Primitive Arts Of Africa:
Among the Suku of the southwestern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, masks plays crucial role in protecting boys during initiation, the vulnerable period between boyhood and manhood. The power contained in Hemba masks...
Category
Congolese Tribal Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Raffia, Wood
Senufo Seated Female Figure – Early 20th Century
By Senufo
Located in Bilzen, BE
Senufo Seated Female Figure – Early 20th Century
Region: Northern Ivory Coast / Burkina Faso / Mali
Culture: Senufo
Medium: Wood, organic fibers, cowrie shells, pigment
Height: 33 cm...
Category
Ivorian Tribal Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Early 20th Century Folk art English Articulated Toy Dog Form
Located in London, GB
Early 20th Century Folk art English Articulated Toy Dog Form
A very unusual and quirky example of an early 20th century English folk art articulated weighted jaw toy dog. Made from ...
Category
British Folk Art Vintage Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Faux Leather
Antique French Woven Wire Basket, circa 1900
Located in Trensacq, FR
Charming handcrafted Provincial French woven wire work basket, circa 1900. A well-executed nicely shaped 'pannier' with moveable handles and decorative loop...
Category
French French Provincial Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wire
$269 Sale Price
50% Off
Mid-Century Owl Sculpture on Stand
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Vintage ceramic owl sculpture on stand with glass eyes.
Category
English Chesterfield Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Cast Stone
$423 Sale Price
34% Off
Japan Huge Antique Pair Quail Sculptures Hand-Carved Red Lacquered
Located in South Burlington, VT
Fine Pair (2) Quails In A Monumental Size
Japan, a fine huge pair (2) of antique quail sculpture hand-carved and red lacquered, Taisho period.
Fine...
Category
Japanese Taisho Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood
$1,400 Sale Price
63% Off
African door in carved wood and bronze of chief Baboun, Cameroon, early 20th
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
African door in carved wood and bronze of chief Baboun, Cameroon, early 20th century
Art Baboun, Cameroon, early 20th century.
Unique and rare object.
C...
Category
Cameroonian Tribal Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Bronze
$3,638 Sale Price
20% Off
1900s, Gilt Framed Madonna of the Chair Painting Print on Wood
Located in Germantown, MD
The Madonna Della Sedia commonly known as the Madonna of the chair is a painting by an Italian artist Raphael dating back to 1513 -1514. It is currently hou...
Category
Italian Classical Roman Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Hardwood, Giltwood
Paul Poiret Headdress 1913
By Paul Poiret
Located in LU
Artist and fashion designer Paul Poiret designed this coiffed (Headdress) in 1913. The piece is adorned with colours of turquoise and reds. The coiffe was acquired from the piaza auc...
Category
French Vintage Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Metal
$25,133
Hunt Brother Circus
Wild West Show Three-Sheet Broadside, circa 1900-1910
Located in York County, PA
Three-sheet, narrow, vertical broadside, made to advertise Hunt Brothers Circus and Wild West Show ca 1900-1910. With the bold headlines “Buffalo Ranch”...
Category
American Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Paper
North West Basket, Salish
By Salish Indians
Located in Montreal, QC
The Salish basket, circa 1900, is finely woven with a stylized imbricate design, the cover has a cutout star design with central knob, there are minor lo...
Category
Canadian Native American Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Straw
$476 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Konya Kilim Central Anatolian Rug Handwoven Turkish Carpet Natural Dyed
Located in Tokyo, JP
This is Central Anatolian Antique Kilim from the Konya region with a rare and beautiful color composition.
This highly collectible antique kilim has wonderful special colors and tex...
Category
Turkish Kilim Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wool, Natural Fiber
$4,342 Sale Price
25% Off
Hedle Pulley from the Baoulé / Baule tribe, Ivory Coast
By Baule Tribe
Located in Bilzen, BE
Baoulé / Baule loom hedle pulley from the beginning of the 20th century
Rich tribal patina and using traces
Beautiful stylization of the face
with custom base as shown in the photo...
Category
Ivorian Tribal Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood
African Bird Mask From The Dan Tribe, Ivory Coast, early 1900
Located in Bilzen, BE
Ancient African mask from the Dan Tribe (Ivory Coast, Africa).
Beautiful patina inside and out, in good condition with traces of tribal use.
Ex. French private collection.
Ex. Dutch...
Category
Ivorian Tribal Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Souvenir of the War 1914-15-16-17-18 Banner
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Presented is a stunning textile banner from the first World War, dating to 1918. The square tan cotton cloth is embroidered with two crossed flags, the ...
Category
Australian Vintage Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Cotton
Zabihi Collection Northwest Persian Sky Blue Room Size Rug
Located in New York, NY
1930s Northwest Persian Room size Rug featuring a sky blue background and large scale all over design
Details
rug no. 31424
size 8'10'' x 11'1''
Category
Persian Malayer Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wool
Early Danced Black Wood Mask From the Guro Peoples Ivory Coast Bird on top
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Early Danced Black Wood Mask From the Guro Peoples Ivory Coast Bird on top. Finely carved mask with carved open eyes, and pointed nose and slightly smiling mouth.
It is in good co...
Category
Gabonese Tribal Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Large Vintage Wooden Strolling Bear Handcarved in Brienz Ca. 1930s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Large Vintage Wooden Strolling Bear Handcarved in Brienz ca. 1930s
A large vintage statue of a walking bear. Made of lindenwood, finely handcarve...
Category
Swiss Black Forest Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Kuba Shoowa Textile 20th Century
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Shoowa Prestige Cloth
D.R.Congo, Kuba (Shoowa) People
Mid 20th century
Raffia, natural dyes, cut pile embroidery
61 x 53.5 cm (24″ x 21”)
Provenance: Pierre Loos Collection, Bru...
Category
Congolese Tribal Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Natural Fiber
Art Nouveau walking stick depicting the dance of a capercaillie. Austria 1900.
Located in Milan, IT
Walking stick: liberty silver knob, depicting the dance of a capercaillie in love, in the background oak branches, with leaves and acorns. Ebony wood barrel. Brass and iron metal tip...
Category
Austrian Early 20th Century Folk Art
Materials
Metal, Silver, Brass, Iron
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