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Style: Primitive
Folk Art Primitive Spool Shelf
Located in Round Top, TX
A Primitive Folk Art Spool Shelf. Fantastic patina and surface throughout. A very collectible rustic piece that immediately adds character and charm. This would be perfect for short ...
Category

Mid-19th Century American Antique Primitive Primitives

Materials

Wood

Folk Art Primitive Spool Shelf
Folk Art Primitive Spool Shelf

Folk Art Primitive Spool Shelf

$1,635
1830s Primitive Farmhouse Corner Cupboard Pine Cabinet
Located in Newfoundland, PA
Wonderful Primitive Pine PA corner cupboard. 12 panels of early wavy glass. The bottom has two-shelf storage. Stunning piece for your farmhouse decor. True antique Primitive pieces t...
Category

Early 19th Century American Antique Primitive Primitives

Materials

Wood

1830s Primitive Farmhouse Corner Cupboard Pine Cabinet
1830s Primitive Farmhouse Corner Cupboard Pine Cabinet

1830s Primitive Farmhouse Corner Cupboard Pine Cabinet

$5,295
1850s Cherry Corner Cupboard Farm House Rustic Cabinet
Located in Newfoundland, PA
Another wonderful early corner cupboard. 4 shelves on top and 2 on the bottom. Stunning Patina on this cupboard. 1 small repair. Another true antique piece that came out of my histor...
Category

Mid-19th Century American Antique Primitive Primitives

Materials

Cherry

1850s Cherry Corner Cupboard Farm House Rustic Cabinet
1850s Cherry Corner Cupboard Farm House Rustic Cabinet

1850s Cherry Corner Cupboard Farm House Rustic Cabinet

$3,750
Folk Art Primitive Tool Caddy Display Box
Located in Round Top, TX
Handmade wooden tool caddy featuring distinctive stepped ziggurat details that give it sculptural presence and architectural charm. Originally conceived as a functional carrier, its ...
Category

Early 20th Century American Primitive Primitives

Materials

Wood

Folk Art Primitive Tool Caddy Display Box
Folk Art Primitive Tool Caddy Display Box

Folk Art Primitive Tool Caddy Display Box

$495
Contemporary Ebony Makonde African Wood Carving
Located in Houston, TX
A beautiful contemporary collector piece of Makonde ebony tree of life art carving with unbelievable detailed wood carving.
Category

1950s Tanzanian Vintage Primitive Primitives

Materials

Ebony

Contemporary Ebony Makonde African Wood Carving
Contemporary Ebony Makonde African Wood Carving

Contemporary Ebony Makonde African Wood Carving

$1,400
18th Century Dutch Kaas Hudson Valley of New York
Located in Newfoundland, PA
Massive 18th century Dutch kaas made in the Hudson Valley of New York, circa 1790-1810. It is made of walnut and has four shelves and one large draw across ...
Category

Late 18th Century American Antique Primitive Primitives

Materials

Walnut

18th Century Dutch Kaas Hudson Valley of New York
18th Century Dutch Kaas Hudson Valley of New York

18th Century Dutch Kaas Hudson Valley of New York

$14,500
19th century Primitive Painted Early American Floor Lamp
Located in Savannah, GA
Rare painted iron standing floor lamp made to burn oil but converted to electricity. Nice lines and detail with upturned feet, scroll work and finial at top. See measurements below.
Category

Early 19th Century American Antique Primitive Primitives

Materials

Iron

19th century Primitive Painted Early American Floor Lamp
19th century Primitive Painted Early American Floor Lamp

19th century Primitive Painted Early American Floor Lamp

$900
19th Century Italian Cast Iron Coal Powered Iron
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Classic icon from the last century. Once used in every household, now its cherished for its simplicity and beauty. Cast in it's lid is the ancient symbol of Rome, She wolf with her b...
Category

1870s Italian Antique Primitive Primitives

Materials

Iron

19th Century Italian Cast Iron Coal Powered Iron
19th Century Italian Cast Iron Coal Powered Iron

19th Century Italian Cast Iron Coal Powered Iron

$151 Sale Price
56% Off
1850s Corner Cupboard Rustic Farm House Pine Cabinet
Located in Newfoundland, PA
This is a spectacular primitive corner cupboard. Layers and layers of paint on this piece. Four shelves on top and two on the bottom. Wonderful coloring on this! You don't find these...
Category

Mid-19th Century American Antique Primitive Primitives

Materials

Pine

1850s Corner Cupboard Rustic Farm House Pine Cabinet
1850s Corner Cupboard Rustic Farm House Pine Cabinet

1850s Corner Cupboard Rustic Farm House Pine Cabinet

$4,550
African Bura Stone Funerary Marker
Located in Chicago, IL
This abstract stone sculpture is a funerary marker of the Bura people of the Niger/Mali region. Little is known about the Bura civilization (c. 200 to 1000 AD), but it shares many of...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Nigerien Antique Primitive Primitives

Materials

Stone

African Bura Stone Funerary Marker
African Bura Stone Funerary Marker

African Bura Stone Funerary Marker

$2,180
Early 19th Century Primitive American Demilune Large Sized Console Table
Located in Savannah, GA
Early 19th century American primitive demilune console table featuring center drawer with brass knob, straight plain foot legs and original finish. ...
Category

1830s American Antique Primitive Primitives

Materials

Mahogany

Early 19th Century Primitive American Demilune Large Sized Console Table
Early 19th Century Primitive American Demilune Large Sized Console Table

Early 19th Century Primitive American Demilune Large Sized Console Table

$1,295
Senufo Crocodile Headdress, Africa
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Large openwork crest mounted upon a woven basketry cap. The large, square decorative panel bears a central reptilian or stylized crocodile depiction with alternating squared painted ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Ivorian Primitive Primitives

Materials

Wood

Senufo Crocodile Headdress, Africa
Senufo Crocodile Headdress, Africa

Senufo Crocodile Headdress, Africa

$4,500
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Danish Primitive Folk Art Tape Heddle Band Loom
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Impressive Danish carved and painted tape loom, Denmark. Tape looms were historically used to weave narrow bands of fabric, such as belts, ribbons, and strap...
Category

Mid-19th Century Danish Antique Primitive Primitives

Materials

Wood, Paint

Danish Primitive Folk Art Tape Heddle Band Loom
Danish Primitive Folk Art Tape Heddle Band Loom

Danish Primitive Folk Art Tape Heddle Band Loom

$350
H 10.25 in W 7.75 in D 0.5 in
Large Two-Tiered Corner Cabinet or Cupboard of Cherry with Paneled Doors
Located in Austin, TX
A fine French two-tiered corner cabinet or cupboard of cherrywood, with crown moulding over a canted front top tier, with two paneled doors enclosing a shelved interior, the canted b...
Category

19th Century French Antique Primitive Primitives

Materials

Metal, Brass

Large Two-Tiered Corner Cabinet or Cupboard of Cherry with Paneled Doors
Large Two-Tiered Corner Cabinet or Cupboard of Cherry with Paneled Doors

Large Two-Tiered Corner Cabinet or Cupboard of Cherry with Paneled Doors

$12,950
H 90.5 in W 57 in D 36 in
Folk Art Primitive Hand-Carved Bull
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Primitive hand-carved Folk Art bull made of wood. Great hand work and scale. One Horn has a chip. Great sculptural piece.
Category

1970s American Vintage Primitive Primitives

Materials

Wood

Folk Art Primitive Hand-Carved Bull
Folk Art Primitive Hand-Carved Bull

Folk Art Primitive Hand-Carved Bull

$395
H 11 in W 16 in D 6 in
Early 18th Century Italian Carved and Dovetailed Walnut Alms Box
Located in San Francisco, CA
Early 18th century Italian carved and dovetailed walnut alms box, circa 1725 Large dovetails and old handwrought nails give this small scale box a hea...
Category

Early 18th Century Italian Antique Primitive Primitives

Materials

Iron

Early 18th Century Italian Carved and Dovetailed Walnut Alms Box
Early 18th Century Italian Carved and Dovetailed Walnut Alms Box

Early 18th Century Italian Carved and Dovetailed Walnut Alms Box

$1,750
H 11.25 in W 13.5 in D 18 in
French Louis XV 18th Century Cherry Buffet à Deux-Corps from the Loire Valley
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XV period 18th century cherry buffet à deux-corps from the Loire Valley, with carved doors and apron. Created in the stunning Loire Valley (the French Valley of the Ki...
Category

18th Century French Antique Primitive Primitives

Materials

Cherry

French Louis XV 18th Century Cherry Buffet à Deux-Corps from the Loire Valley
French Louis XV 18th Century Cherry Buffet à Deux-Corps from the Loire Valley

French Louis XV 18th Century Cherry Buffet à Deux-Corps from the Loire Valley

$7,950
H 96.75 in W 60 in D 27 in
George III Pine Corner Cabinet
Located in Atlanta, GA
This charming George III pine corner cabinet is a fine example of 18th-century British craftsmanship, designed to maximize space while adding timeless elegance to any room. Crafted f...
Category

Late 18th Century British Antique Primitive Primitives

Materials

Pine

George III Pine Corner Cabinet
George III Pine Corner Cabinet

George III Pine Corner Cabinet

$5,995
H 79.75 in W 40 in D 19 in
Charming Country Honey Pine Corner Cabinet
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Charming functional honey pine country corner cabinet having top and bottom doors with original wrought iron latches. Doors open to storage with wonderful original light turquoise p...
Category

Early 1900s American Antique Primitive Primitives

Materials

Pine

Charming Country Honey Pine Corner Cabinet
Charming Country Honey Pine Corner Cabinet

Charming Country Honey Pine Corner Cabinet

$1,800
H 76.5 in W 44.75 in D 21 in
Narrow Dark Pine Corner Cabinet Cupboard, Sweden circa 1800
Located in Round Top, TX
This narrow pine corner cabinet has two paneled cabinet doors separated by a middle drawer.The dark rich patina of the pine reflects its age. Restored, strong and stable this corner ...
Category

Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Primitive Primitives

Materials

Pine

Narrow Dark Pine Corner Cabinet Cupboard, Sweden circa 1800
Narrow Dark Pine Corner Cabinet Cupboard, Sweden circa 1800

Narrow Dark Pine Corner Cabinet Cupboard, Sweden circa 1800

$3,850
H 70.5 in W 34.75 in D 22.5 in
19th Century Swedish Corner Cabinet Circa 1830
Located in Atlanta, GA
This striking 19th-century Swedish corner cabinet, circa 1830, hails from the region of Dalarna, renowned for its rich tradition of Scandinavian craftsmanship. Designed to fit neatly...
Category

19th Century Swedish Antique Primitive Primitives

Materials

Pine

19th Century Swedish Corner Cabinet Circa 1830
19th Century Swedish Corner Cabinet Circa 1830

19th Century Swedish Corner Cabinet Circa 1830

$5,950
H 85.5 in W 39.75 in D 26.25 in
Senufo Crocodile Headdress, Africa
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Large openwork crest mounted upon a woven basketry cap. The large, square decorative panel bears a central reptilian or stylized crocodile depiction with alternating squared painted ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Ivorian Primitive Primitives

Materials

Wood

Senufo Crocodile Headdress, Africa
Senufo Crocodile Headdress, Africa

Senufo Crocodile Headdress, Africa

$4,500
H 32.5 in W 25.5 in D 10 in
Teak Mid-Century Modern Corner Cabinet or Cupboard, 1960s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning Mid-Century Modern corner cabinet or cupboard. Striking Dutch design from the 1960s. Solid teak and teak veneer. Three original drawe...
Category

1960s Dutch Vintage Primitive Primitives

Materials

Teak

Teak Mid-Century Modern Corner Cabinet or Cupboard, 1960s
Teak Mid-Century Modern Corner Cabinet or Cupboard, 1960s

Teak Mid-Century Modern Corner Cabinet or Cupboard, 1960s

$1,378 Sale Price
20% Off
H 43.51 in W 32.09 in D 22.25 in
Pine Four Door Corner Cupboard
Located in Baltimore, MD
Each of the four wide-swinging doors on this impressive English Pine Corner Cupboard is divided into four panels. This, as well as a simplicity in design, wherein the front of the p...
Category

Late 19th Century English Antique Primitive Primitives

Materials

Pine

Pine Four Door Corner Cupboard
Pine Four Door Corner Cupboard

Pine Four Door Corner Cupboard

$1,995
H 87.5 in W 45 in D 18.5 in
Previously Available Items
Stone Mortar From Mexico
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Used Volcanic Stone Mortar from Mexico 1970´s.
Category

1970s Mexican Vintage Primitive Primitives

Materials

Stone

Stone Mortar From Mexico
Stone Mortar From Mexico

Stone Mortar From Mexico

H 4 in Dm 8 in
Hand Carved Snow Shovel
Located in Dallas, TX
Hand carved snow shovel, vintage item.   
Category

20th Century North American Primitive Primitives

Materials

Wood

Hand Carved Snow Shovel
Hand Carved Snow Shovel

Hand Carved Snow Shovel

H 12 in W 26 in D 3 in
Large 1930s Folk Art Shell Encrusted Owl in Brown Black and White
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
What a great way to add a touch of whimsical decor to a room! Covered in various types of sea shells, this tall bird captures the exquisite craftsmansh...
Category

20th Century Philippine Primitive Primitives

Materials

Shell

Large 1930s Folk Art Shell Encrusted Owl in Brown Black and White
Large 1930s Folk Art Shell Encrusted Owl in Brown Black and White

Large 1930s Folk Art Shell Encrusted Owl in Brown Black and White

H 11.25 in W 6 in D 5 in
African Baoulé Chair, Ivory Coast, Mid-20th Century
Located in London, GB
This small chair from the ivory coast has a truly lovely presence. It is hand carved and showcases the typical design elements of a ‘Baoulé’ chair, low seat with a vertical back. Ind...
Category

Mid-20th Century Ivorian Primitive Primitives

Materials

Wood

African Baoulé Chair, Ivory Coast, Mid-20th Century
African Baoulé Chair, Ivory Coast, Mid-20th Century

African Baoulé Chair, Ivory Coast, Mid-20th Century

H 21.66 in W 21.46 in D 13.98 in
Carved Solid Wood African 3-Legged Stool
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Carved solid wood African 3-legged stool This lovely piece has been very skilfully carved out of one piece of wood, it has handsome dished seat, w...
Category

Late 19th Century Antique Primitive Primitives

Materials

Bog Wood

Carved Solid Wood African 3-Legged Stool
Carved Solid Wood African 3-Legged Stool

Carved Solid Wood African 3-Legged Stool

H 13 in Dm 12 in L 13 in
Large Fruitwood Trog or Dough Bowl on Oak Stand
Located in Baltimore, MD
Used for kneading dough for multi-family baking or perhaps for washing the baby, this huge fruitwood trog was hand-hewn from a single split log. It has developed something of a twist...
Category

Early 20th Century Hungarian Primitive Primitives

Materials

Oak, Pine

Large Fruitwood Trog or Dough Bowl on Oak Stand
Large Fruitwood Trog or Dough Bowl on Oak Stand

Large Fruitwood Trog or Dough Bowl on Oak Stand

H 30 in W 52 in D 19 in
Vintage African Carved Wood Tanzanian Ceremonial Chief s Throne Chair
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A striking African ceremonial or chief’s throne chair carved in one piece from a single tree trunk having artful head at the top, female breasts, beautif...
Category

1940s Tanzanian Vintage Primitive Primitives

Materials

Wood

Vintage African Carved Wood Tanzanian Ceremonial Chief s Throne Chair
Vintage African Carved Wood Tanzanian Ceremonial Chief s Throne Chair

Vintage African Carved Wood Tanzanian Ceremonial Chief s Throne Chair

H 60 in W 21.5 in D 19 in
19th Century French Hay Fork on Custom Wall Mount
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderfully sculptural 19th century French espalier fruitwood hay fork mounted on a custom steel wall mount. Forks like these took years to create: A young ...
Category

19th Century French Antique Primitive Primitives

Materials

Fruitwood

19th Century French Hay Fork on Custom Wall Mount
19th Century French Hay Fork on Custom Wall Mount

19th Century French Hay Fork on Custom Wall Mount

H 67.5 in W 14 in D 7 in
African Baoulé Chair, Ivory Coast, Mid-20th Century
Located in London, GB
This small chair from the ivory coast has a truly lovely presence. It is hand carved and showcases the typical design elements of a ‘Baoulé’ chair, low seat with a vertical back. Ind...
Category

Mid-20th Century Ivorian Primitive Primitives

Materials

Wood

African Baoulé Chair, Ivory Coast, Mid-20th Century
African Baoulé Chair, Ivory Coast, Mid-20th Century

African Baoulé Chair, Ivory Coast, Mid-20th Century

H 21.66 in W 21.46 in D 13.98 in
Primitive Hardwood Dining Stool, circa Early 20th Century, Mexico
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Rustic, hollowed out block stool from the northern mountains of Tonalixco, Puebla. These are typically used by the fire to congregate and eat together. The patina on these pieces is ...
Category

Early 20th Century Mexican Primitive Primitives

Materials

Hardwood

Primitive Hardwood Dining Stool, circa Early 20th Century, Mexico
Primitive Hardwood Dining Stool, circa Early 20th Century, Mexico

Primitive Hardwood Dining Stool, circa Early 20th Century, Mexico

H 7.75 in W 17.75 in D 8.5 in
Primitive Styled Hardwood Dining Stool from Mexico, circa 1920s
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Rustic, hollowed out block stool from the northern mountains of Puebla. These are typically used by the fire to congregate and eat together. The patina on these pieces is important t...
Category

Early 20th Century Mexican Primitive Primitives

Materials

Hardwood

Primitive Styled Hardwood Dining Stool from Mexico, circa 1920s
Primitive Styled Hardwood Dining Stool from Mexico, circa 1920s

Primitive Styled Hardwood Dining Stool from Mexico, circa 1920s

H 8.5 in W 9 in D 9 in
Antique Clay Amphora Vessel Floor Vase Primitive Greek Earthenware Pottery
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique clay Amphora vessel floor vase primitive Greek earthenware pottery 34" Large antique vessel or amphora (amphorae) urn / vase or jar. Fe...
Category

Early 20th Century Primitive Primitives

Materials

Earthenware

Antique Clay Amphora Vessel Floor Vase Primitive Greek Earthenware Pottery
Antique Clay Amphora Vessel Floor Vase Primitive Greek Earthenware Pottery

Antique Clay Amphora Vessel Floor Vase Primitive Greek Earthenware Pottery

H 33.5 in Dm 18 in

Primitive primitives for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Primitive primitives for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage primitives created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include folk art, case pieces and storage cabinets, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, iron and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Primitive primitives made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Africa pieces for sale on 1stDibs. 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 primitives differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $189 and tops out at $15,500 while the average work can sell for $2,340.

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