Folk Art Textiles
FOLK ART STYLE
Folk art is a genre of art that shares the creator’s traditions, offering not just an artistic display but an opportunity to learn about a culture. Antique, new and vintage folk art typically reflects a heritage or location. It can include utilitarian objects and handmade art as diverse as weather vanes, duck decoys, portraiture and paintings, carnival art and quilts.
Quilts are a quintessential part of American folk art but their roots are international, with quilting dating back to Ancient Egypt. The practice spread to Europe and was especially prominent in the Middle Ages, with one of the oldest surviving examples being the Tristan quilt made in Sicily in the 14th century. They were made as bedcovers and clothing, including as a layer for knights to wear beneath their armor. Native American folk art includes functional objects reflecting their heritage, such as baskets, textiles and wooden pieces.
Elsewhere, the vast range of work associated with Mexican folk art includes masks made by Mexican craftspeople for traditional celebrations and ceremonial dances. Mexican masks are part of the country’s folk-art traditions that go back thousands of years and play a role in festivals and theater.
Works in the folk art tradition are valuable because of the skills involved, like weaving, hand-carving wood and even stonework. Many folk artists are self-taught, while some train as apprentices within their community. By using available materials and taking a personal approach to their creations, artists ensure each piece is unique and conveys a story.
During the Great Depression, artistic materials in America were hard to come by, so artisans used discarded wood from cigar boxes and shipping crates to make highly stylized, notched pieces — most often picture frames and boxes — that are today sought after by collectors. This folk art style is called tramp art and was popular from roughly 1870 until the 1940s.
Folk art brings vibrant culture and traditions into your home. Browse an extensive collection of antique, new and vintage folk art on 1stDibs.
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Style: Folk Art
Navajo Indian Weaving Bolster Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Navajo Indian weaving bolster pillow with linen backing.The insert is down & feather fill.This is a Indian weaving - saddle blanket weaving.
Category
20th Century American Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Wool
$700 Sale Price
20% Off
Pillowcase made from a mid 20th C. Indian Embroidery.
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert .
Linen in the back.
Zipper closure.
Dry clean is recommended.
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Ikat Panel, Uzbekistan, Early 20th Century.
Located in Istanbul, TR
An attractive rare ıkat panel dating back to early 20th C.
Category
Early 20th Century Uzbek Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Silk
Cushion Cover Made From an Uzbek Hand Block Printed Panel
Located in Istanbul, TR
Cushion Cover is made from an early 20th C. Uzbek Hand block printed quilt top.
Shipping is complimentary.
It does not come with an insert.
Linen in...
Category
Early 20th Century Uzbek Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Early 20th Century American Amish Quilt ( 6
x 6
6" - 183 x 198 )
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century American Amish Quilt ( 6' x 6'6" - 183 x 198 )
Category
1920s American Vintage Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Pillowcase made from an Early 20th Century Indian Phulkari Wedding Shawl
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert .
Linen in the back.
Zipper closure.
Dry clean is recommended.
Category
Early 20th Century Indian Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Silk
Pillowcase made from an Early 20th Century Indian Phulkari Wedding Shawl
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert .
Linen in the back.
Zipper closure.
Dry clean is recommended.
Category
Early 20th Century Indian Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Silk
Pillowcase made from an Early 20th Century Indian Phulkari Wedding Shawl
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert .
Cotton in the back.
Zipper closure.
Dry clean is recommended.
Category
Early 20th Century Indian Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Silk
English Needlepoint Throw Pillow
Located in Chicago, IL
This hand-crafted pillow was designed by a local Chicago artist and textile historian who lovingly repurposes the vintage fabrics, garments and embroidery fragments she collects duri...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Linen
Pillowcase made from a Mid 20th C. English Crewel work embroidery
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert .
Linen in the back.
Zipper closure.
Dry clean is recommended.
Category
Mid-20th Century English Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Wool
Pillowcase made from a Mid 20th C. English Crewel work embroidery
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert .
Linen in the back.
Zipper closure.
Dry clean is recommended.
Category
Mid-20th Century English Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Wool
This pillow case made from a mid 20th C. Indian Embroidery.
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert .
Cotton in the back.
Zipper closure.
Dry clean is recommended.
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Pillowcase Made from a Rustic Vintage Anatolian Cotton Weaving
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an Insert
Linen in the back.
Zipper closure.
Dry cleaning only.
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Pillow Cover Made from an Anatolian Embroidered Skirt, 2nd Quarter 20th C.
Located in Istanbul, TR
The pillow case has been fashioned from a Western Anatolian Cotton embroidered dress skirt.
It does not come with an insert but a bag made from cotton fabric to accommodate insert ma...
Category
Early 20th Century Turkish Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Block Printed Lumbar Pillow Cover from Western Anatolia, Turkey, 1st Half 20th C
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert but a bag made from a plain cotton fabric to accommodate insert materials.
Linen in the back.
Zipper closure.
Dry Cleaning is recommended
Anatolian Rustic block printed textiles...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Pillowcase Made from a Rustic Vintage Anatolian Cotton Weaving
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an Insert
Linen in the back.
Zipper closure.
Dry cleaning only.
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Vintage Indonesian Ikat with an Embroidered Center, 1960s
Located in Istanbul, TR
A rarer piece with an embroidered center , in rather good condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century Indonesian Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Cotton
French Needlepoint with Pigeon
Located in New York, NY
An interesting French needlepoint with a colorful pigeon from the middle of the 20th century. The bottom has an interesting set of color samples too.
Category
20th Century French Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Wool
Pillow Cover Made from a Vintage Indian Block Printed Textile
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert.
Linen in the back.
Zipper closure.
Dry clean is recommended.
Item above is made from a vintage and used textile th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Animal Motif Tibetan Large Lumbar Size Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Bolster size pillow made from a mid-19th century animal motif Tibetan rug in red blue and camel. Backed in cotton, zipper closure provided too.
Measures: 16" x 26".
Category
19th Century Antique Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Antique Ikat Panel , Uzbekistan, 19th C.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Origin: Central Asia (likely Bukhara or Ferghana Valley)
Date: Mid–Late 19th Century
Technique: Abr-band (ikat) with silk warp / cotton weft
Design: Large-scale mirrored medallions &...
Category
Mid-19th Century Uzbek Antique Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Silk
Double Sided Kilim Pillow Cover Made From an Antique Kilim
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert.
Linen in the back.
Zipper Closure.
Dry Cleaning is recommended.
Category
Late 19th Century Azerbaijani Antique Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Wool
Navajo Indian Weaving Striped Bolster Pillows
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early 20thc Navajo Indian Weaving bolster pillow with suede leather backing.The insert is down & feather fill.
Category
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Leather, Wool
Pillow Cover Made from a Vintage Indian Block Printed Textile
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert.
Linen in the back.
Zipper closure.
Dry clean is recommended.
Item above is made from a vintage and used textile th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Block Printed Lumbar Pillow Cover from Western Anatolia, Turkey, 1st Half 20th C
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert but a bag made from a plain cotton fabric to accommodate insert materials.
Linen in the back.
Zipper closure.
Dry cleaning is recommended
Anatolian Rustic block printed textiles...
Category
Early 20th Century Turkish Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Pillow Cover Made from a Vintage Turkish Block Printed Panel
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert.
Linen in the back.
Zipper Closure.
Dry Clean is recommended.
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Pennsylvania Dated 1845 Woven Jacquard Coverlet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Signed and dated :
Made By Samuel Dornbach Sugarloaf County,Pennsylvania 1845 coverlet hand woven and in fine condition.The fringe is full length and unworn.
Category
Mid-19th Century American Antique Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Wool
$1,036 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Geometric Mexican Navajo Weaving Pillows
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These Mexican Indian weaving pillows are in amazing pattern & condition.The inserts are down & feather fill.
Category
20th Century American Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Wool
$1,495 / set
Pillow Cover Made from a Vintage Turkish Block Printed Panel
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert.
Linen in the back.
Zipper Closure.
Dry Clean is recommended.
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Vintage Burmese Kalaga Tapestry Pillow Cover Warrior and Horses, 1950s
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage 1950s Burmese Kalaga Tapestry pillow warrior and horses.
Elaborately detailed vintage Burmese Kalaga tapestry made into a pillow cover...
Category
Mid-20th Century Thai Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Velvet
Double Sided Kilim Pillow Cover Made From an Antique Kilim
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert.
Linen in the back.
Zipper Closure.
Dry Cleaning is recommended
Category
Late 19th Century Azerbaijani Antique Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Wool
Vintage Turkish Rooster Rug
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Turkish mat size rug depicting a rooster on an ivory field.
Measures: 1'6" x 1'11''.
Category
1970s Vintage Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Organic 2000s Purple Wool Bouclé In Grape Maroon Vintage Upholstery Armchair
Located in London, GB
The faded grape maroon colour of this high-quality fabric is a beautiful deep shade of faded purple, with subtle herringbone pattern. It has a slightly muted, vintage look that would...
Category
Early 2000s Scottish Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Wool
$209 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Zabihi Collection Chicken Rooster Vintage Turkish Square Rug
Located in New York, NY
mid 20th century turkish rug depicting a chicken and rooster on a brown field
Measures: 2'10" x 2'10''.
Category
Mid-20th Century Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Foam, Wool
Pillowcase Made from a Matyo Embroidery, Hungary, Early 20th C
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert but a bag made to the size to accomodate insert materials.
Linen in the back.
Zipper closure.
Dry Cleaning is reccommended.
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Silk
Antique Southwest Wool Saddle Blanket in Geometric Orange, Brown, Blue and Cream
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
An antique hand-woven rectangular wool saddle blanket. This piece was once used on a ranch for placement under a saddle. (We've been told that due to its size, it may have been for a...
Category
20th Century American Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Wool
$337 Sale Price
25% Off
Navajo Eye Dazzler Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This most unusual Navajo Indian weaving saddle blanket is in black & red with a cream back round color.The backing is in a black linen.
Category
1930s American Vintage Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Wool
Green Satin Log Cabin Quilt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Green satin log cabin quilt in pristine condition. The backing is in a baby blue shambrae cotton fabric.
Category
1940s American Vintage Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Satin
$716 Sale Price
20% Off
Early 19thc Hand Woven Red
Blue Coverlet Pillows-Set of Four
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early woven coverlet pillows with fantastic blue linen backings. The inserts are down & feather fill.
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Cotton
$1,196 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Moroccan Floor Pillow Seat Cushion Made from a Berber Old Rug
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Moroccan vintage floor pillow seat cushion made from a Tribal Berber rug.
Square shape with nice faded earth tone colors for the top and rich warm...
Category
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Wool
1880
s Distressed Handwoven Antique Afghan Cushion
Located in Dallas, TX
74587 Antique Afghan Rug Pillow, 01'01 x 01'04. Small Afghan pillows, often called Afghan kilim pillows or cushion covers, are decorative items made from handwoven kilims, which are ...
Category
Late 19th Century Afghan Antique Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Wool
Striped Turkish Wool Throw Pillow
Located in Chicago, IL
This hand-crafted pillow was designed by a local Chicago artist and textile historian who lovingly repurposes vintage fabrics, garments and embroidery fragments collected during her ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Wool, Linen
Pillowcase Made from a Vintage Kazak Embroıdery, 1970s
By Seref Ozen
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert.
Linen in the back.
Zipper Closure.
Dry Cleaning recommended.
Category
Mid-20th Century Kazakhstani Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Petite Turkish Embroidery Pillow
Located in Chicago, IL
This hand-crafted pillow was designed by a local Chicago artist and textile historian who lovingly repurposes the vintage fabrics, garments and embroidery fragments she collects duri...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Linen
Quilted Indian Cotton Throw Pillow
Located in Chicago, IL
This hand-crafted pillow was designed by a local Chicago artist and textile historian who lovingly repurposes the vintage fabrics, garments and embroidery fragments she collects duri...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Linen
Ink Pads for Fabrics, India, Early 20th Century
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Stamp composed of a set of small welded copper plates forming a bird motif. These stamps were to be printed on the drapery.
Indian work, circa 1900.
Category
Early 20th Century Indian Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Copper, Iron
$230 Sale Price
20% Off
Wooden Buffer for Printing Fabrics, India, Early 20th Century
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Wooden pad with trefoil patterns used to decorate fabrics.
India, early 20th century.
Category
Early 20th Century Indian Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Wood
$134 Sale Price
20% Off
Pillowcase Made from a Vintage Kazak Embroidery
By Seref Ozen
Located in Istanbul, TR
t does not come with an insert.
Linen in the back.
Zipper Closure.
Dry Cleaning recommended.
Category
Mid-20th Century Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Antique Silk and Cotton Striped Chapan from Central Asia, 1900s
Located in Istanbul, TR
An unusual Chapan with an unusual texture. It is quilted and padded.
Category
Early 20th Century Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Silk
Double Sided Kilim Pillow Cover Made From an Antique Kilim
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert.
Linen in the back.
Zipper Closure.
Dry Cleaning is recommended.
Category
Late 19th Century Azerbaijani Antique Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Wool
1960s Moroccan Vintage Flat-Weave Brown Tribal Organic Textile
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
1960s Vintage Moroccan rug flat-weave tribal brown Kilim or blanket.Large size blanket vintage Moroccan rug, handwoven by Berber women in Morocco for t...
Category
20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Wool
Antique Rug Fragment Christmas Stocking
By Seref Ozen
Located in Istanbul, TR
Each piece is one-of-a-kind, celebrating the artistry of traditional weaving while being repurposed into a festive and
functional heirloom. Perfect for hanging by the fireplace, gif...
Category
19th Century Turkmen Antique Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Wool
Antique Ikat Panel, Uzbekistan, 1920s
Located in Istanbul, TR
A 1920s striking ikat panel. cotton weft , silk warp. It is recently lined with plain cotton.
Category
Early 19th Century Uzbek Antique Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Silk
Antique Hand Block Printed and Painted Quilt from Anatolia, Turkey
Located in Istanbul, TR
Anatolian block prints and not as common as one would think and finding them with a pattern like this and condition is rare, early 20th century.
Category
Early 20th Century Turkish Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Vintage Mexican Serape Blanket in Bold Rainbow Stripes
Located in San Carlos, CA
Add a vibrant burst of color and heritage to your space with this vintage Mexican serape blanket. Measuring approximately 55 inches wide by 82 i...
Category
1980s Mexican Vintage Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Textile
Wool Navajo Bolster Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early most unusual teal colors and a unusual Navajo pattern.The backing is in a dark grey leather.The inset is down & feather fill.
Category
1930s American Vintage Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Wool
$716 Sale Price
20% Off
Yei Indian Weaving Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This large Yei Navajo Indian weaving pillow has a grey linen backing.
The insert is down & feather fill.
Category
1930s American Vintage Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Wool
Bogolan Cowrie Shell Mud Cloth Textile
Located in Chicago, IL
Commonly known as Bogolan or Bògòlanfini, this cotton textile was hand spun, handwoven, then dyed through a technique that has been passed down in the Bamana region of Mali for centu...
Category
20th Century Malian Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Cotton
20Thc Amish Fan Doll Quilt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 1940's Amish fan doll quilt in fantastic condition with little ties.Found in Ohio.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Cotton
$396 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Ikat Panel, Uzbekistan 19th C.
Located in Istanbul, TR
This vibrant antique ikat panel originates from Central Asia and dates to the late 19th century. Woven in the classic adrās (ikat) technique, the textile displays a striking repeat o...
Category
Mid-19th Century Uzbek Antique Folk Art Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Silk
Folk Art textiles for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Folk Art textiles for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Early 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage textiles created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, silk and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Folk Art textiles made in a specific country, there are Asia, Europe, and Hungary pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original textiles, popular names associated with this style include and Rajhastani. 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 textiles differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $85 and tops out at $7,600 while the average work can sell for $425.
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