Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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
Antique nightstand cabinet painted italy 1950s
Located in Cantù, IT
Antique nightstand cabinet painted italy 1950s
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20th Century Italian Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Multicolored Blanket Chest with a Geometric
Located in Nantucket, MA
Diminutive size blanket chest with
multicolored geometric painted design
with applied molding standing on bracket base
short turned legs, Western New York,
circa 1820. Measures: ...
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Early 19th Century American Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Original Painted Swedish Mora Clock Corner Cabinet, circa 1820-40
Located in Round Top, TX
This bow front pine corner cabinet includes a built in Swedish Mora clock, making it a special find.
The original painted finish shows wear/age-relate distress, including the faux wo...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine, Paint
Early 1900s Scandinavian Folk Art Corner Cabinet by Martin Dørdal, Norway
Located in Skien, NO
Early 20th C. Norwegian Folk Art Hanging Cabinet by Martin I. Dørdal, with key and lock.
A museum-quality hanging corner cabinet / cupboard by celebrated Norwegian artist Martin Ing...
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Early 20th Century Norwegian Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine, Wood
18th Century Dutch Painted Corner Cupboard
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A charming 18th Century Dutch painted corner cupboard. Retaining the original paint, depicting flowers and birds. With restoration.
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18th Century Dutch Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Antique Rare Swedish Folk Art Authentic Pine Rustic Sideboard
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique rare Swedish sideboard in folk art from northern Sweden. The sideboard is from around 1810 to 1820 and is in an unusual model. The sideboard has an oversized table top and tw...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Pine Trunk or Blanket Chest in Original Decorative Paint
Located in Baltimore, MD
Shades of red fading and blending into each other in a stylized grain pattern are used to beautiful effect in the background of this extraordinary painted trunk. The design on the f...
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Mid-19th Century German Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
19th Century SE Asian Highly Carved Wooden and Gilded Floor/Wall Cabinet
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING an EXCEPTIONAL AND RARE 19C SE Asian Highly Carved Wooden and Gilded Floor or Wall Case or cabinet featuring Hindu Gods.
OUTSTANDING and VERY RARE!
Mid 19th Century, cir...
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Mid-19th Century Cambodian Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Gold Leaf
Swat Valley Hand Painted Chest
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
Wonderful hand painted swat valley chest. The colors are great on this piece. There is a sliding door that allows access into this chest.
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Early 1900s Pakistani Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Early 20th Century Rustic Folk Style Polychrome Painted Armoire
Located in Elkton, MD
A charming and character-rich 20th-century folk style wardrobe featuring hand-painted polychrome decoration. Crafted from solid wood, this piece showcases beautifully arched panels o...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Swedish Trompe l
Oeil Commode/bed
Located in PARIS, FR
This charming Swedish trompe-l’œil commode is a masterpiece of both design and functionality. Painted with a faux wood patina, it cleverly mimics the appearance of a traditional thre...
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18th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
$2,477 Sale Price
39% Off
Tramp Art Style Top Desk in Nautical Design
Located in Nantucket, MA
Elaborately chip carved in a nautical motif design with a tapered scalloped gallery and three drawers each with a glass pull. Found in Upstate New York
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Folk Art Painted Storage Chest, Coffee Table
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Folk Art Painted Storage Chest, Coffee table
An attractive piece originally hand Carved and painted but now much of the painted decoration has faded with use and age
On the front there are 2 carved painted panels, at the centre there is a hasp catch
The chest stands on small feet and it has a broad back so it can be opened without clearing the top, very handy
The chest is heavy quality and is a desirable piece of free standing storage...
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Late 19th Century Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Painted Mongolian Coffer, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This early 20th century coffer from Mongolia was painted by hand with auspicious fruits and blessings, likely as part of a bride's dowry. Wishes painted on the pomegranates, peaches ...
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Early 20th Century Mongolian Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Antique Swedish Wooden basket 1800
s painted in warm tones Handmade Folk Craft
Located in Forest, BE
Swedish antique pine and birch wooden barrel / basket . Fine quality of bentwood. It is a true piece from the early 19 century. The inside was painted white and the outer parts in a...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Birch, Pine
$901 Sale Price
20% Off
Hanging swedish sideboard dated 1775
Located in PARIS, FR
This exceptional Swedish wedding cupboard, dated 1775, is a stunning example of Scandinavian folk art and craftsmanship. Designed to be hung on a wall, it features a meticulously han...
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1770s Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Large Danish Folk Chest
Located in London, GB
An example of excellent Danish craftsmanship standing the test of time, is this gorgeous historical folk piece. This chest dates to the 18th century, with a stunning hand painted des...
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1790s Danish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Paint
$2,875
1970s Handpainted Mexican Cabinet
Located in Toronto, CA
Vintage 1970s Handpainted Mexican Cabinet from Mexico - the definition of functional art. The proud heron sits and waits in the mystical setting of palms and greenery. Two glass shel...
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1970s Mexican Vintage Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
American Folk Art Red Painted Hanging Wall-Mounted Shelf, 19th century
Located in Shippensburg, PA
AMERICAN RED-PAINTED HANGING WALL SHELF
Probably Pennsylvania circa the first half of the 19th century
Item # 310ZPI05Q
A compelling and most useful open bookcase, the simple and austere form features an arched and molded cornice around a central tapered-and-fluted wedge over four graduated shelves that are dovetailed into the stiles, the shelf edges decorated with reeding and wonderful tight reeding along the length of the pilasters. The wall shelf retains a fine early and perhaps original red painted surface.
Provenance:
* Collection of Hattie Brunner...
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19th Century American Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Paint
Modern Folk Art Beer Bottle Caps Wood Blanket Chest on Casters Pop Art 1980
Located in Miami, FL
Pop Art Modern wood blanket chest covered with different beer bottle caps mounted on casters.
Easy to move around.
Handcrafted by an Artist from Palm Beach...
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Late 20th Century American Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
19th Century English Carved Oak Cabinet
Located in London, GB
19th century English carved oak cabinet
English, 19th Century
Height 179cm, width 203cm, depth 62cm
This solid oak cabinet was made i...
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19th Century English Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Tall Original Painted Pine Chest of Five Drawers, Dated 1850
Located in Round Top, TX
Tall original painted pine chest of five drawers with half column accents dated 1850.
Four larger drawers have two brass pulls; upper narrow drawer has one small pull.
Note the origi...
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Mid-19th Century Danish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Popular Art Shelf in Pine, circa 1900
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Popular art shelf in pine circa 1900
Measures: depth : 23 cm.
Category
Early 20th Century European Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Folk Art case pieces and storage cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique folk art case pieces and storage cabinets for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage case pieces and storage cabinets created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, folk art, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, softwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Folk Art case pieces and storage cabinets made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Sweden pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original case pieces and storage cabinets, popular names associated with this style include Ira Yeager, Robert Thompson, and Salvador Corona. 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 case pieces and storage cabinets differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $565 and tops out at $41,064 while the average work can sell for $3,450.
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