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Style: Other
19th Century Cast Iron Lady Boot Jack
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This unusual and worn 19th century cast iron lady boot jack is in good condition.
Category

19th Century American Antique Other Folk Art

Materials

Iron

19th Century Mennonite Bars Quilt from Pennsylvania
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century Mennonite bars quilt red and green bars quilt. The condition is very good and crisp. This quilt is very pristine with no fade or damages.
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Late 19th Century American Antique Other Folk Art

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Cotton

Cast Iron Toy Fire Pumper Truck by Hubley, ca. 1920 s All Original Paint
Located in Petaluma, CA
This rather large fire truck was done at the height of the production of cast iron toys, 1920's. Having iron wheels as opposed to rubber, which does often melt, and rich original br...
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1920s American Vintage Other Folk Art

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Iron

Old Copper Coins of Congo, Africa / Rare Objects / Folk Art/20th century
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old African coin. Before paper money and money were in circulation, bartering was taking place in Africa. Various goods such as textiles, fea...
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20th Century Congolese Other Folk Art

Materials

Copper

Balinese Hand-carved Mask Depicting Mythological Rangda Demon Queen, c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This hand-carved mask originates from the island of Bali and depicts Rangda, the Demon Queen of Balinese Hindu Mythology. This mask would've been used in ceremonies and/or dance perf...
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Early 20th Century Balinese Other Folk Art

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Wood

Ikat Textile from Sumba Island Stunning Tribal Motifs, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This Ikat textile originates from the Island of Sumba, Indonesia. It is hand-woven using naturally dyed yarns via a method passed on through generations. It features a stunning array...
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1950s Indonesian Vintage Other Folk Art

Materials

Yarn

Rattan Basket Dayak Tribe Hand-Woven from Kalimantan, Borneo, Mid 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This mid-20th century hand-woven basket originates from the Dayak tribe of Borneo crafted with rattan fibres and an iron wood frame and rim. These baskets were used to carry leaves, ...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Other Folk Art

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Ikat Textile from Dayak Tribe, Kalimantan, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This Ikat textile originates from the Island of Kalimantan, Indonesia. It is hand-woven using naturally dyed yarns via a method passed on through generations amid the Dayak Tribes...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Other Folk Art

Materials

Yarn

18th Century Hand-Painted Venetian Style White Lombardia Nightstand with foliage
Located in Ronchi dei Legionari, IT
From our Hand-Painted Furniture Collection, we are pleased to introduce you to our Lombardia Nightstand. Timeless frame with solid, contemporary lines rivisited with our whimsical fo...
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2010s Italian Other Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century Balinese Barong Wood Carved Ornament
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A Balinese "Barong" carving darting to the early 20th century. This piece features red polychrome and wood carved detailing. The Barong is a Balinese spirit guardian...
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Early 20th Century Balinese Other Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Antique Pram With Wicker Basket Original Black Canopy From 1900s
Located in Lejre, DK
Antique pram from around 1900 with wicker basket and original canopy. The pram stands on a beautifully curved metal frame with large spoked wheels and wh...
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Early 1900s Danish Antique Other Folk Art

Materials

Metal

Lombok Tribal Serving Tray Dulang / Small Table in White
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This is a large 'Dulang' from Lombok. Dulangs amid Indonesia serve a number of purposes depending on the region they originate from. In Lombok 'Dulang' Tray were used as small tables...
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1950s Indonesian Vintage Other Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Hand-Carved Wooden Tray from the Mentawai Tribe of Indonesia, Mid-20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This hand-carved tray comes from the Mentawai tribe found on the Mentawai Islands off the west coast, Sumatra, Indonesia. It is hand-carved from a single block of wood. These trays a...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Other Folk Art

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Wood

Antique Real Size Human Skeleton
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1950. We offer this Antique Real Size Human Skeleton. Made in resin and wood base.
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1950s Mexican Vintage Other Folk Art

Materials

Resin, Wood

Cash Register, “National”, circa 1900
Located in Kastrup, DK
Cash register in nickel-plated chased brass with white marble edge. “National”, Dayton Ohio, USA, 1880-1910. A very decorative object. It works, but 100% functionality is not guaran...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Other Folk Art

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Marble, Metal

Ikat Textile from Sumba Island Stunning Tribal Motifs, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This exquisite ikat textile from Sumba Island, Indonesia, is a handwoven treasure that speaks to centuries of tradition, artistry, and cultural...
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1950s Indonesian Vintage Other Folk Art

Materials

Yarn

18th Century Hand-Painted Venetian Style Bamboo Gold Lombardia Nightstand
Located in Ronchi dei Legionari, IT
From our Hand-Painted Furniture Collection, we are pleased to introduce you to our Bamboo Lombardia Nightstand, in gold with butterflies decor. Did you know that a group of butterflies is called a kaleidoscope? The name comes from the beautiful array of colors and pattern created by many fluttering wings. We've always had a love of butterflies, as evidenced by their presence in a few of our decors. Their delicate nature and eye-catching beauty captures our hearts again and again. And then, what if we capture this beautiful light decor to the whimsical silhouette of a bamboo nightstand, in a full gold...
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2010s Italian Other Folk Art

Materials

Wood

19th Century Portrait of Gentleman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Self-Portrait' Painting presented in a period frame.
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19th Century European Antique Other Folk Art

Materials

Paint

Alfonso Caliendo Abstract "3 Women" Large Oil on Canvas Mid Century Modern Art
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Alfonso Caliendo Abstract "3 Women" Large Oil on Canvas Mid Century Modern Art. Signed to lower left corner and rear. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 49.5" H x 49.5" W x 1.5" D.
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Late 20th Century Unknown Other Folk Art

Materials

Canvas

Pair of Mentawai Tribe Hand-Carved Wooden Bowls with Handles, c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
Crafted from ironwood these Mentawai tribal bowls feature handles and subtle wood detailing. Wonderful decorative bowls or table centrepieces certain to invoke conversation. The Ment...
Category

Early 20th Century Indonesian Other Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Copper Ottoman Empire Coffee Pot or Tea Kettle, Early 20th century
Located in Lomita, CA
This Ottoman Empire copper kettle has a beautiful patina and the Ottoman mark built into the handle. This is part of a collection of Ottoman pieces from Istanbul that includes artifa...
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Early 20th Century Other Folk Art

Materials

Copper

Rattan Basket Dayak Tribe Hand-Woven from Kalimantan, Borneo, Mid 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This mid-20th century hand-woven basket originates from the Dayak tribe of Borneo crafted with rattan fibres and an ironwood frame and rim. These baskets were used to carry leaves, f...
Category

Mid-20th Century Indonesian Other Folk Art

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Tapa (barkcloth) by the Mbuti of the Republic of the Congo, Africa / Tapestry
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is tapa (bark cloth) made by the Mbuti people, also known as pygmies, an indigenous people who live in the Ituri Forest, which stretches from northeastern Democratic Republic of...
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20th Century Congolese Other Folk Art

Materials

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...
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Early 20th Century Papua New Guinean Other Folk Art

Materials

Shell, Natural Fiber

Esqueleta de Ginecológico Contemporary Articulated Oaxacan Calaca
Located in Dekalb, IL
Artist: Unknown Date: Late 20th Century Medium: Paint on copal Style/Movement: Mexican Folk Art Dimensions: 11.5" H Additional Details: This hand-carved wooden figure depicts a skel...
Category

Late 20th Century Mexican Other Folk Art

Materials

Wood, Paint

Large Dogon Ladder, Mali
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Large Dogon ladder, Mali Wood Early to mid-20th century Measures: 75.5 x 14 in. / 192 x 36 cm With a textured, eroded patina, this ladder was originally used outdoors. Ca...
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Mid-20th Century Malian Other Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Vintage Wally Shoop 1985 Bronze Ram Bighorn Sheep Sculpture Limited 13/250
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Wally Shoop 1985 Bronze Ram Bighorn Sheep Sculpture Limited Edition 13/250 on Wooden Base. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 10" H x 7.5" W x 7.5" D.
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Late 20th Century Unknown Other Folk Art

Materials

Bronze

Large Tibetan Chest with Hand-Painted Front
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Large Tibetan storage chest with traditional hand painted Dragons Tibet Wood, Iron, Paint 19th century. 27 x 59.5 x 22.5 in./ 69 x 151 x 57 Height on custom display St...
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19th Century Tibetan Antique Other Folk Art

Materials

Iron

19th Century Russian Icon of Saint Nicholas
Located in Nantucket, MA
19th century Russian Icon of Saint Nicholas, likely first half 19th century, with I believe egg tempera on gessoed wooden panel, depicting Christ in a h...
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Early 19th Century Ukrainian Antique Other Folk Art

Materials

Pine

Rare Silk Antique Suzani from and For Private Collection
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
This is not a simple beautiful embroidered Susani: it's a museum specimen, from private collection. This ancient piece was embroidered in the surroundings of the ancient central cit...
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Late 19th Century Turkmen Antique Other Folk Art

Materials

Canvas

Wooden, Hand-Carved Painted Nandi Cow, India C. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A visibly old hand-carved Nandi Cow from India. This wood sculpture features a wonderful age related patina and has been hand-painted with a mix of white and...
Category

Early 20th Century Indian Other Folk Art

Materials

Wood, Paint

Rare Brazilian Colonial 18th Century Shrine
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
18th-Century Brazilian Devotional Shrine from Minas Gerais A rare and historically significant 18th-century Brazilian devotional shrine from Minas Gerais, an exceptional piece of col...
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Mid-18th Century Brazilian Antique Other Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Small 1920s Danish Shipyard Model in Pine
Located in Kastrup, DK
A Danish shipyard model from the 1920s-30s, crafted in pine with fine detailing and a naturally aged patina. Despite its modest size, this piece exudes character and reflects the sk...
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Early 20th Century Danish Other Folk Art

Materials

Pine

Ikat Textile from Dayak Tribe, Kalimantan, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This Ikat textile originates from the Island of Kalimantan, Indonesia. It is hand-woven using naturally dyed yarns via a method passed on through generations amid the Dayak Tribes...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Other Folk Art

Materials

Yarn

Ceramic Figure Model Summer Made In Blue Paint By Bjørn Wiinblad
Located in Lejre, DK
Intact Bjørn Wiinblad figure made in ceramic model summer of blue and white colors. Produced in connection with the "Seasons" series. Stands without any damage or defects. Dimensions...
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20th Century Danish Other Folk Art

Materials

Ceramic

Large Danish Maple and Mahogany Pond Yacht Ship Model
Located in Kastrup, DK
Large elegant wooden pond yacht ship model in maple and mahogany. High quality, hand-built. Deck fitted with small screws. Denmark 1920-1930....
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Early 20th Century Danish Other Folk Art

Materials

Brass

Thai Gilt-Wood Seated Buddha, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This buddha is a hand-carved from wood and once occupied a temple shrine in Northern Thailand. It has been lacquered in black and red and then gilded (covered with gold leaf). There ...
Category

Early 20th Century Thai Other Folk Art

Materials

Giltwood

18th Century Hand-Painted Venetian Style Brenta Nightstands with gold-leaf tulip
Located in Ronchi dei Legionari, IT
From our Hand-Painted Furniture Collection, we are pleased to introduce you to our Brenta Nightstand with inside drawers. A beautiful Venetian nightstand...
Category

2010s Italian Other Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Ikat Textile from Sumba Island, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This Ikat textile originates from the Island of Sumba, Indonesia. It is hand-woven using naturally dyed yarns via a method passed on through generations. It features a predominantly ...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Other Folk Art

Materials

Yarn

Intricately Hand Carved, Vintage Asian Midcentury Heavy Wooden Square Printing
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Splendid intricately hand carved large heavyweight wooden square printing block from Asia Traditionally used for hand held block printing ink or dye to textiles and paper Fully fun...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Other Folk Art

Materials

Hardwood

Antique Ingersoll Watches Adverting Trade Sign, circa 1900
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique double sided trade sign for Ingersoll Watches in the shape of a pocket watch. Excellent old sign in original condition. American, late 19th-ear...
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Early 20th Century American Other Folk Art

Materials

Metal

Ikat Textile from Sumba Island, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This Ikat textile originates from the Island of Sumba, Indonesia. It is hand-woven using naturally dyed yarns via a method passed on through generations. ...
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Late 20th Century Indonesian Other Folk Art

Materials

Yarn

Intricate Hand Carved, Vintage Asian Mid-Century Wooden Scalloped Printing Block
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Splendidly intricately hand carved large wooden heavyweight printing block from Asia Traditionally used for hand held block printing ink or dye to textiles and paper Fully function...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Other Folk Art

Materials

Hardwood

Traditional Throwing Knife (Ngalio) Chad Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Throwing Knife (Ngalio) Sara People, Chad, Africa Mid-20th century Material: Iron Height on custom display stand: 28 in. / 71 cm Known as "ngalio", thi...
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Mid-20th Century Chadian Other Folk Art

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Iron

Early 20th Century African Antique Wood Comb with Human Head
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Early 20th Century African Antique Wood Comb with Human Head From the Chokwe Culture of Angola. A fine, old, much used comb with a glossy, glasslike patina...
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Early 20th Century Angolan Other Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Ikat Textile from Timor with Naturally Coloured Dye Tribal Motifs, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This Ikat textile originates from the Island of Timor, Indonesia. It is hand-woven using naturally dyed yarns via a method passed on through generations. The blue foreground brings t...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Other Folk Art

Materials

Yarn

Early 20th Century Male Baule Figure, Ivory Coast, Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Early 20th century male baule figure, ivory coast, Africa A stylistically pleasing sculpture of a spiritual spouse (blolo bian) from the Baule culture....
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Early 20th Century Ivorian Other Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Sophisticated Pumpkin Case
Located in Milan, IT
Sterling silver pumpkin-box handcrafted, chiseled and embossed by expert silversmiths, the Lisi Brothers, in Florence. Its dynamic and hyper-re...
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2010s Italian Other Folk Art

Materials

Silver

Oil Painting On Canvas With Motif of Two Children From 1860s
Located in Lejre, DK
Oil painting on canvas with a motif of two children from around the 1860s Dimensions in cm: H:72 W:84 This product will be inspected thoroughly at our professional workshop by ou...
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1860s Danish Antique Other Folk Art

Materials

Canvas

19th Century Hand-Carved Wood Javanese ‘Wayang Topeng’ Theatre Mask, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A visibly old mask from the Javanese masks theatre ‘wayang topeng’: carved from hard wood, and painted on the front side. This mask is from Cirebon in Ja...
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19th Century Indonesian Antique Other Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century Hand-Carved Wood Tribal Mask from Atoni Tribe Timor
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This very flat mask originates from the Atoni people of Timor, featuring two very small eye holes. For the Timorese people masks portray both male and female ancestors, worn by warri...
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Other Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Original Peter Howson Figurative Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Edinburgh, GB
An original oil on canvas by the renowned artist Peter Howson OBE. The painting is entitled 'Towards Heaven' and was painted in 2000, signed lower right. Peter Howson OBE, was born ...
Category

Early 2000s Scottish Other Folk Art

Materials

Canvas

Extra Large Curved Hoe Currency, Angas, Nigeria
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Extra Large Curved Hoe currency Angas, Nigeria Early 20th century Iron Measures: 29.5 x 20.5 in. / 75 x 52 cm Height on custom display stand: 33.25 in. / 84 cm Weight: 20.6 pounds / 9.34 kg Combined weight with base: 43.8 pounds / 19.9 kg The large currency forms are comprised of a heavy sheet of iron forged into the shape of a curved hoe. They were customary gifts for a bride’s father as well as having a function during wedding celebrations (Ballarini, The Perfect Form...
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Early 20th Century Nigerian Other Folk Art

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Iron

19th Century Sponge Ware Butter Crocks / Collection of Four
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These 19th century sponge ware pottery butter crocks measures 6 x 4 and are all in good condition. Each one is slightly different from the next. So nice to see a grouping on a kitche...
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19th Century American Antique Other Folk Art

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Pottery

R.S. Berkely Silver Plated Flugelhorn, 2006
Located in Doylestown, PA
R.S. Berkely silver plated flugelhorn, model FLU669, 2006. If used for playing, this horn is suitable for intermediate and professional trumpeters. Recognized for its durable con...
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Early 2000s Other Folk Art

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

Italian Ceramic Masks
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Here are two beautiful Italian ceramic masks, hand painted. I thought I'd present them together because they seem more interesting to me. The sizes of Pierrot are: cm. 18,5 x 14 x p...
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Late 20th Century Italian Other Folk Art

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Ceramic

Stone Mortar and Pestle, Nigeria
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Stone mortar and pestle Nigeria 20th century Measures: Mortar: 21 x 15.5 x 2 in. / 53 x 39 x 5 cm Height on custom display stand: 26...
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20th Century Nigerian Other Folk Art

Materials

Stone

A Large Patinated and Parcel-Gilt-Bronze Thai Thepphanom Kneeling Angel Buddha
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Large Patinated Bronze and Parcel-Gilt-Bronze Decorative Figure of a Thai Thepphanom Kneeling Angel Buddha. The impressive sculpture of a kneeling angel Buddha, kneeling on both kn...
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Late 20th Century Thai Other Folk Art

Materials

Bronze

Cast Iron Spittoon with Perfect Volcanic Glaze Patina in the Style of Lucie Rie
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cast Iron Spittoon with perfect volcanic glaze patina in the style of Lucie Rie "time has transformed this utilitarian item into an amazing piece of art"
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1930s American Vintage Other Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Javanese Hand-Crafted Wayang Topeng Theatre Mask, Indonesia, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This early 20th century ‘Wayang topeng’ mask was used in Javanese masked dance performances. Measures: Height with stand 47cm; Height 18cm x Width 14cm...
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Other Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Other folk art for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Other folk art 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 folk art created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include folk art, decorative objects, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Other folk art made in a specific country, there are Asia, Southeast Asia, and Indonesia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original folk art, popular names associated with this style include PB Studio Artigiano, Porte Italia, Pilo Mora, and Air France. 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 folk art differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $96 and tops out at $66,000 while the average work can sell for $1,200.

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