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Folk Art Furniture

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
Set of Four 19th C Original Painted Pennsylvania Plank Bottom Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These chairs were found in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania and are in very good and sturdy condition. Beautiful set of four mauve colored hand painted plank bottom chairs...
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19th Century American Antique Folk Art Furniture

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Tulipwood

Dia.59.5cm Vintage Rosemaling Wall Hanging NISSE plate, Hand-painted, Norway
Located in Skien, NO
XL Vintage Hand-painted Hanging Plate with "Nisser & Cat" (2001) A superb example of Norwegian folk art, this large-scale farmhouse hanging plate features the traditional hand-paint...
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Early 2000s Norwegian Folk Art Furniture

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Hardwood, Beech

Antique Pine Spout Jug, Handcrafted Folk Art from Norway, 1800s
Located in Skien, NO
19th Century Antique Spout Tankard in Baroque Style A superb and rare 19th-century spout tankard, crafted in a primitive Baroque style. This hand-crafte...
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19th Century Norwegian Antique Folk Art Furniture

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Wood, Pine, Beech

Large 1970s Hand Carved Wooden Elephant - Side, Occasional Table or Stool
Located in St. Louis, MO
Circa 1970s large vintage elephant sculpture carved from a solid piece of wood, has many uses as a side, end or occasional table, plant stan...
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1970s Vintage Folk Art Furniture

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Wood

Special Floral Center in a Gray Background Color Vintage American Hooked Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique American Hooked rug. Measures: 3'3" x 5'5".
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1940s American Vintage Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wool

Old Antique Farmhouse Rustic "Schwingstock" Ornamental Object from 1889
Located in OOSTERHOUT, NL
A unique antique schwingstock from 1832, used in the traditional processing of flax. This original farm implement is made of pine and bears both the initials of the original owner an...
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1880s German Antique Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Pine, Paint

Early 20th Century Folk Art Painting of a Deer
Located in OOSTERHOUT, NL
Atmospheric oil painting of a red deer in a richly decorated frame. Dated around 1910/1920. 65cm high, 47cm wide.
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Early 20th Century Austrian Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Paint

Old Rustic Farmhouse Folk Art Side Table / Pedestal
Located in OOSTERHOUT, NL
This rustic wooden side table is a beautiful example of folk art from the 1970s. Crafted from raw beechwood, the natural bark has been decoratively preserved. Origin: Eastern Europe....
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Mid-20th Century Hungarian Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Beech

19th Century Folk Art Long Wooden 7 Peg Coat Rack
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
19th Century folk art long wooden 7 peg coat rack. Plain and simple, a Folk Art hand sculptured rack with Blacksmith made iron pegs on a 61” long rail...
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19th Century Antique Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Iron

Pair of Early 20th Century Copper Kettle Timpanis Tables by Leedy Manufacturing
By Ludwig Drums
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Spectacular pair of large and very solidly built Leedy Copper Kettle Drum Timpanis C1920. Simply beautiful instruments even if just for decoration. Can be used as side or center tabl...
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1920s American Vintage Folk Art Furniture

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Copper, Steel, Iron

Damian Manuhwa Signed African Zimbabwean Shona Abstract Figure Stone Sculpture
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful, wonderfully executed and designed Shona stone sculpture by renowned African/ Zimbabwean sculptor/artist Damian Manuhwa (1952-2008) who lived and worked in Zimbabwe. T...
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20th Century Zimbabwean Folk Art Furniture

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Stone

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.
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20th Century American Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wool

19Thc Original Red Painted Wood Bowl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 19thc hand turned wood bowl has original red painted surface and in very good condition.The patina is the very best.
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Mid-19th Century American Antique Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wood

19Thc Original Red Painted Wood Bowl
19Thc Original Red Painted Wood Bowl
$1,036 Sale Price
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Nazmiyal Collection Antique Scandinavian Textile 4 ft 5 in x 6 ft
Located in New York, NY
Charming Antique Scandinavian Star Motif Folk Bed Cover Textile, Origin: Scandinavia, Circa Date: 1843
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19th Century Dutch Antique Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wool

Call of the Desert The Sahara Hardcover Book by Philippe Bourseiller
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Call of the Desert: The Sahara Hardcover Book. Philippe Bourseiller Harry N. Abrams, Nov 1, 2004 - Nature - 424 pages Photographer Bourseiller embarked on the first truly comprehe...
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Early 2000s African Folk Art Furniture

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Paper

Antique Germany Lidded Beer Stein glazed Ceramic, 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous beer stein, made in Germany. This beer stein has been made in Germany, circa 1900s. Absolutely gorgeous piece still in great condition, without damage. Lid works properly....
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Early 1900s German Antique Folk Art Furniture

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Pewter

Folk Art Advertising IXL Creamery, 1944, Hand Carved Milk Cow Prize/ Trade Sign
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Folk Art Advertising IXL Creamery, 1944, Hand Carved Milk Cow Prize/Trade Sign, Artist Signed, W. Rule This unique 1944 folk art advertising trade sign, handcrafted by W. Rule, capt...
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20th Century American Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Metal

Early 20th Century Bezalel Jerusalem Shabbat Tray
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th century Bezalel Jerusalem wooden tray inlaid with Jerusalem stone and mother of pearl. The large tray is carved with the Seven Species on its...
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Early 20th Century Israeli Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Marble

Vintage Boho Figurative Studio Pottery Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Unleash a dose of playful charm with this truly unique vintage studio pottery vase. A delightful testament to artisan craftsmanship, this piece takes on an endearing figurative form,...
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Late 20th Century American Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Clay, Pottery

Vintage Boho Shell Encrusted Parrot
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bring a touch of whimsical coastal charm to your space with this stunning vintage shell-encrusted parrot! Meticulously crafted with an array of real shells in beautiful pinks, orange...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Shell, Wood

19th Century Still Life Theorem w Fruit
Located in Woodbury, CT
This elegant 19th-century still life exemplifies the refined academic traditions of American Folk Art, presenting a carefully balanced arrangement of fruit on a porcelain compote ato...
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Early 19th Century American Antique Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Paint

Vintage Penguin Family, Dancing and Strutting
Located in Woodbury, CT
Dancing and strutting Penguin family, 1 strutting adult penguin, 1 dancing adult penguin, two juvenile penguins. All in original painted surface with animated poses. Carved wooden f...
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Paint, Wood

Pair Of Folk Art Carved Wooden Women s Shoes, ca 1900
Located in Bilzen, BE
Pair of folk art carved wooden ladies' shoes richly decorated with glass beads and cow bone Height 13 cm, length 12.5 cm Original lacquer and colour Around 1900
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Early 20th Century Belgian Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wood

Terracotta Articulated Doll Santos Figure
Located in Stamford, CT
Amusing Mexican terracotta doll figure with articulated limbs. Since it is solid terracotta it is likely this is a mold from which other dolls were made. As a folk art sculpture it i...
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Early 20th Century Mexican Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Terracotta

Antique Folk Art Red Painted Wood Iron Childrens Sled Sleigh 49"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Victorian wooden children’s sled with iron wrapped runners, painted dark red with the word “Belle” picked out in gold.
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19th Century Antique Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Iron

1920s Belgian Decorative Ceramic Bowl
Located in High Point, NC
Delicate and whimsical, this vintage decorative ceramic bowl offers a woodland fantasy. Made in Belgium in the 1920s, the piece is shaped like a basket: but a basket composed of leav...
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20th Century Belgian Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Exceptional and Unusually Large 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Turned Bowl
Located in Bozeman, MT
Exceptional and unusually large 19th century Swedish / Scandinavian finely turned wooden folk art bowl in Its original finish, signed HE S. circa 1830, Sweden.
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19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Furniture

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Wood

Taserud candelabra, in wood and wrought iron, Swedish Folk
Located in Stockholm, SE
A traditional Taserud candelabra by Koppfeldt Arvika. In stained, hand cut wood and wrought iron candle holders. A history of the Taserudsstaken: The Taserudsstake is a strong sym...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Iron

Antique Armenian Marash Embroidery, Late 19th Early 20th Century
Located in Istanbul, TR
Probably the most prominent and iconic Armenian embroideries comes from Marash, a city in Turkey. Overall condition is pretty good for its age. Ple...
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Early 20th Century Turkish Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Cotton

Handcrafted Ceramic Vase "Stray Dogs" by "Love and Beauty", Spain, 2022
Located in Madrid, ES
This handmade vase was designed and made by the collaboration of Spanish designers Carlos Jiménez, better known as `“Del Amor y la Belleza”´´, and Ranma. The vase is made of ceramic...
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2010s Spanish Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Paint

Original Vintage Signed Folk Art Portrait Painting on Wood Panel
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Original Vintage Signed Folk Art Portrait Painting on Wood Panel Charming half-length primitive portrait painting of a young girl on a wood panel. She is wearing a blue dress and ho...
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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wood

19th Century Original Folk Art Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
19th Century original Folk Art painted chest of drawers. A Very attractive painted pine chest of drawers, it is decorated with flowers on the top and sides, the drawer fronts and ...
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Late 19th Century Antique Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Paint

19th century primitive ladderback roped seat Folk Art farm chair
Located in STRASBOURG, FR
French Folk Art ladderback homemade farm chair with crudely roped seat, primitive design of the late 19th century. In good condition for its age, it has a beautifully aged patina and...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wood

Mercury Glass Nutcracker Toy Soldier Christmas Tree Ornament
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
This is the cutest Nutcracker Soldier Christmas Tree ornament made of blown molded glass. He has a finish that resembles fur around the bottom of his coat, on his beard and on his ea...
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20th Century Unknown Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Mercury Glass

Marble Camel Sculpture, Zoomorphic Carved Figurine, Morocco 1970s
Located in ROUEN, Normandie
Marble Camel Sculpture, Zoomorphic Carved Figurine, Morocco 1970s Folk Art piece from Morocco made of marble. Hand-crafted object, finely engraved with geometric patterns on both s...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Limestone, Marble, Sandstone

German ANRI Wood Carved Figure Figural Bottle Stopper with Stand, vintage 1920s
By ANRI
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Adorable wood carved and hand colored Bottle Stopper with stand made in the 1920s - 1930s or older. Ideal decoration for any table or bar. Great idea to surprise your guests or a ver...
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1920s German Vintage Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wood

Vintage wool folk art berber rug in faded jade green
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Vintage Tribal Moroccan Berber Rug: This striking rug features a mix white and faded jade green wool, crafted with natural, organic dyes. A stunning example of Abstract Modernist Art...
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1970s Moroccan Vintage Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wool

A folk art diorama model passenger ship in a bottle English circa 1930
Located in Central England, GB
This early 20th century ship in a bottle diorama is of a rarer subject being an early large steam ocean going passenger liner set in a scene just off the shoreline with a lighthouse ...
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Mid-20th Century British Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Glass

Large Hand Carved Wood Indonesian Asian Village Temple Scene Sculpture Model
Located in Studio City, CA
A large, unique, masterly carved Indonesian sculpture featuring a temple village scene with tall pagodas, dancers, musicians, monks, carved Indonesian gods and spirit figures, etc......
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20th Century Indonesian Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wood

Moroccan Dagger Brass and Silver Decorative Collector Khoumya
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Handcrafted Moroccan dagger brass and silvered adorned with mixed metal, copper, nickel. Moroccan Hand carved Khoumiya dagger, of typical shape...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Large Vintage Hand-Carved Crocodile in Dark Wood
Located in Esbjerg, DK
85 cm long and lean crocodile in hand-carved wood. We have been told that it was brought home from Africa during the 1980s by a Danish Tourist. It has a screw to its back - allowing ...
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1980s Vintage Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Framed Vintage Equestrian Needlepoint Horse Portrait, Signed Dated 1978
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This vintage equestrian needlepoint portrait (signed “78 SH”) captures the soulful expression and classic profile of a bay horse, rendered in rich warm tones with a beautifully detailed bridle. The piece is fully hand-stitched—thousands of individual wool stitches create a striking, textural surface that feels both nostalgic and graphic. Framed in its original 1970s walnut-stained wooden frame, the artwork has charming age, light patina, and the authentic character that collectors of Americana and needlepoint art adore. The backing shows age wear, consistent with its vintage nature, and the frame displays minor surface scuffs appropriate for its age. This piece is ideal for equestrian-themed interiors, traditional libraries, rustic lodge spaces, children’s rooms, mudrooms, Ralph Lauren aesthetics or anywhere that could use a warm, heritage-leaning moment. It layers beautifully with trophies, vintage horse ribbons, leather goods, and antique sporting art. Styling Ideas Hang in a gallery wall with brass-framed horse prints...
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1970s American Vintage Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wool, Glass, Wood, Paper

Large University Chart “Physical Map of Africa” by Bacon
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Large university chart “Physical Map of Africa” by Bacon W&A K Johnston’s Charts of Physical Maps By G W Bacon, This is colorful Physical map of North America, it is large lithograph set...
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Early 20th Century Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Linen

19th Century Child s Platform Rocking Horse "Glider". American. Circa 1875
Located in Incline Village, NV
Of American manufacture, circa 1875, this authentic children's platform rocking horse "glider" is hand carved of hard wood, and has a hand craft...
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1870s American Antique Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wood, Leather

Rustic Folk Art Cabinet, France, Early 20th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Folk Art; Art Populaire; Cabinet; Sideboard; Buffet; Rustic; Early 20th Century; Folk art cabinet in a fascinating shade of green, a perfect blend of functionality and aesthetics. B...
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Early 20th Century French Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wood

French 19th Century Portrait of a Flower Girl
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A heartwarming, late 19th century French oil-on-linen portrait of a young girl bearing a garland of pink flowers, painted in a technique of folk art naivete for emotional, rather tha...
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19th Century French Antique Folk Art Furniture

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Foil

Popeye rare cloth rag doll, 1950s
Located in Firenze, IT
Popeye rare cloth rag doll USA 1950s Cloth, sponge, plastic pipe H 100 cm - 56 x 30 cm Conditions: overall good conditions consistent with age and use
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1950s American Vintage Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Fabric

Naive Folk Art Sculpture, France, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Naive sculpture from the 1950s, embodying the essence of Folk Art with its intricately carved vine. This anonymous masterpiece from Auvergne, France, s...
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1950s French Vintage Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wood

Zabihi Collection 21st Century Angora Wool Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
a 21st-century angora wool Vintage Inspired Oushak Rug Details rug no. 9523 size 9' 8" x 13' 8" (295 x 417 cm)
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wool, Angora

Oversized Woven Indian Pouf
Located in New Orleans, LA
Very large footstool or pouf made of rustically woven wool.
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20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wool

ORANELY SULPTED ANTIQUE LIBRARY BOOK CARVED FROM ROCK OF A VERY RUSTiC PART SET
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this Absolutely exquisite, hand carved from solid rock library book which is part of a suite I have six of ...
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Early 1900s English Antique Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Stone

Traditional Wooden Artist Mannequin Model Doll Vintage Italy, 1920s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A handmade wooden Artist mannequin model - all joints move as they should. Found on a Estate sale in Verona, Italy. Shows some wear - but looks beautiful on display! Some scratches a...
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Early 20th Century Italian Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Metal

Vintage Boho Hand Painted Mexican Glazed Ceramic Plate
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a vibrant pop of color and cultural artistry to your space with this Vintage Boho Hand Painted Mexican Glazed Ceramic Plate. Crafted in the traditional Talavera style, this piece...
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Late 20th Century Mexican Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Unusual and truly Incredible Hand carved wood Crucifix c 1930 s
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual and truly Incredible Hand carved wood Crucifix c 1930's... bEST Carving I have ever seen,,Amazing patina, finish . Minor damage to fi...
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1930s Unknown Vintage Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wood

Table Folk Vernacular Small Side Low Elm Baroque Height 19" Length 22 .5"
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
- Rare small size, perfect height for sofa's and modern armchairs - The single plank elm top with beautiful figuring and stick legs are characteristic of folk and vernacular furnitur...
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Early 1700s English Antique Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Elm

Ceramic Pulque Canteen From Coyotepec, Oaxaca, Circa 1950´s
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Ceramic pulque / mezcal canteen from Coyotepec, Oaxaca, circa 1950´s showing agave motif design on the front side. The canteen has been hand crafted using black clay from San Bartolo...
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1950s Mexican Vintage Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Vintage Coastal Shell Encrusted Toucan
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Capture the essence of coastal charm and tropical whimsy with this delightful vintage toucan sculpture. Expertly handcrafted, this unique piece features a vibrant toucan figure metic...
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Late 20th Century American Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Metal

Carved Wooden Milliners Mannequin Head, Vintage Italy, circa 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Adorable unique wood carved head. Italy, 1960s to 1970s. Ideal decoration item, used in the displaying and making of hats. Hand carved from wood. Nice display piece in any room. Foun...
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1960s Italian Vintage Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Wood

Rustic Farmhouse Antique Painted Folk Art Bridal Chest - Trunk
Located in OOSTERHOUT, NL
A primitive yet highly decorative bridal chest from Romania. This chest is made of pine and dates from around 1900. The original paintwork is somewhat worn, which, however, gives it ...
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Early 20th Century Romanian Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Pine, Paint

Antique Painted Farmhouse Rustig Folk Art Chest / Trunk
Located in OOSTERHOUT, NL
A primitive yet highly decorative bridal chest from Romania. This chest is made of pine and dates from around 1900. The original paintwork is somewhat worn, which gives it its charac...
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Early 20th Century Romanian Folk Art Furniture

Materials

Pine, Paint

Folk Art furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique folk art furniture 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 furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include folk art, decorative objects, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Folk Art furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include Berber Tribes of Morocco, Mosche Bianche, Jim Rose, and Nils Olsson. 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 furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $20 and tops out at $225,000 while the average work can sell for $1,252.

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