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Item Ships From: Europe
19th Century English folk art metal weathervane
Located in London, GB
19th Century English folk art metal weathervane Removable from its mounted 19th Century hand carved church stand, this highly decorative English folk-art weathervane in the form of ...
Category

19th Century British Folk Art Antique Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Zinc

1940 s Folk Art John Carr s Jacquard Puppets The Turnip s, Scarecrow Gardener
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A charming collection of hand crafted puppets by John Carr, (William & His Turnips) depicting a scare crow, a gardener with a hoe and 12 turnips. Develope...
Category

Mid-20th Century English Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Fabric, Pine

Iconic Vintage Ph5 Chandelier for Louis Poulsen of Dk with Abstract Art Work
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Søborg, DK
Iconic Vintage PH5 chandelier by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen of Denmark from the 1960s with abstract art work by G61. Titled “ kaleidoscope” The a...
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Khorasan Style Bird Incense Burner in Brass
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A 1970s interpretation of a 17th century Bird/chicken incense burner from the region of Khorasan in Afganistan. It stands peculiar yet proud. Its ma...
Category

1970s Afghan Khorassan Vintage Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Brass

Silver handle walking stick, depicting the head of a horse Germany 1900.
Located in Milan, IT
Walking stick: silver handle, depicting the head of a horse. Ebony wood shaft. Metal ferrule, brass and iron. Germany circa 1900.
Category

Early 20th Century German Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Metal, Silver, Brass, Iron

19th Century Folk Art Wartime Relationship Commemorative Plaque
Located in London, GB
19th century Folk Art Wartime relationship commemorative plaque We are proud to offer a rare and unique commemorative wartime relationship plaque...
Category

1880s Folk Art Antique Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Wood

19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Rocking Horse Toy All Original
Located in Boden, SE
19th Century Swedish rocking horse from Skelleftea Vasterbotten, Northern Sweden . A very charming horse with beautiful color & dotted pattern. B...
Category

Late 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Pine

Very Tall Bronze Ndebele Sculpture, Original Mid-Century Modern, 1950s
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
This beautiful sculpture by an unknown artist, depicting a Ndebele. Despite of occasionally mistakenly attributed to Carl Hagenauer is it undoubtedly a masterpiece. In earlier times,...
Category

1950s African Mid-Century Modern Vintage Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Bronze

Antique Boule Ball "G", Pétanque, 1880s, France, Craftsmanship
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful, unique Boule ball, France, late 19th Century. In the 19th century, the manufacture of boules balls underwent significant development in France as the game of boules, particularly the pétanque variant, gained in popularity. The manufacture of boules balls during this period was a manual process that required expertise, precision and love to detail. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in rural areas of France and other Mediterranean regions, olive wood was a commonly used source of material for making boules balls. This was not only due to the availability of the material, but also to the outstanding properties of olive wood, which was characterized by hardness, strength and a rich grain. First, the olive wood was carefully selected and shaped into raw balls, which were then sanded to the desired size and shape. The nails were then hammered into the balls one by one, making sure that they were evenly distributed and firmly anchored. Finally, the spheres were polished and coated with a protective varnish to enhance their natural beauty and protect them from the elements. The use of nails to decorate and reinforce olive wood boules was a traditional practice that not only gave the ball a rustic aesthetic, but also improved its durability and contributed to customization. Many balls were made according to the specific requirements and preferences of the players. Nails were driven at regular intervals around the ball, with each nail hole precisely placed so as not to affect the balance and weight distribution of the ball. These nails not only served as a decorative element, but also helped to strengthen the structure of the ball and make it more resistant to the hard knocks and wear and tear during play. Individual engravings or decorations were often applied to the balls to make them unique and identify the player. Antique boules...
Category

Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Metal

Nautical diorama in rectangular case of the French battleship Suffren of 1899
Located in Milan, IT
Nautical diorama in rectangular-shaped wooden and glass case of the French battleship Suffren launched in 1899. Italian manufacture of the early 1900s Display case size cm 35.5x9.5x2...
Category

Early 1900s Antique Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Glass

Helmet Arai sculpture installation with stand
By Spinzi
Located in Milano, IT
Helmet sculpture with free stand in metal and aluminium Arai helmet , Japanese manufature, One of the most distinctive features of an Arai helmet is the comfort it offers. How comfor...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Metal

Outstanding Wooden Carved Fighting Stags by K. Bach, 1946
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Outstanding Wooden Carved Fighting Stags by K. Bach 1946 A grandiose handcarved wood sculpture of fighting stags. Highly detailed natural carving. Carved signature of K. Bach 1946. ...
Category

Late 19th Century German Black Forest Antique Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Heavy Copper Ekonda Anklet Currency Mongo 19th Century
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Heavy Copper Ekonda Anklet Currency MONGO Tshuapa District - D.R Congo 4494 gr Beautiful patina. These anklets were worn by women of the Mongo tribe ...
Category

19th Century African Tribal Antique Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Copper

Oceanic Ramu River Sepik Papua Crocodile headrest Tribal Art Interior Design
Located in London, GB
A superbly executed carved and painted Crocodile Headrest from the Sepik region of Papua new Guinea The crocodile image finely carved in linear form with serrated tail with the cane Legs, the crocodile is revered and is a important part of the mythology of the Sepik region and features heavily in Sepik art...
Category

Early 20th Century Papua New Guinean Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Hardwood

Carved Oak Early 20th Century Rabbit Sculpture
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
Early 20th Century Characterfully stout, anatomically enigmatic Rabbit. Oak. European, Circa 1920.
Category

Early 20th Century English Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Oak

21st Century Almeria Magazine or Shoes Leather Basket Handwoven in Italy
By Pinetti
Located in Bagnatica, Lombardia
This masterfully hand-woven basket belongs to our iconic Almeria collection. Made of eco-friendly leather, that is washable, resistant to light and water, it's suitable for indoor and outdoor use as well. This small size perfectly works as a magazine holder. Perfect also as a blanket, shoes holder...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Leather

A wood catchall mid-20th century French folk art
By Alexandre Noll
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A remarkable catchall, emblematic of mid-20th century French folk art, stands out for its ingenious use of half a fruit tree trunk, likely from a cherry tree. This particular trunk s...
Category

Mid-20th Century French Folk Art Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Fruitwood

Genuine Slit Drum from the Yaka tribe DR Congo Early 20th Century
Located in Bilzen, BE
An early 20 th century Yaka one-piece hand carved ‘Diviner’s’ slit drum depicting a head, that when struck is said to serve as the mouth of the oracle’s voice. Among the Yaka People ...
Category

Early 20th Century Congolese Tribal Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Pouch or Evening Bag, Handbag Black Silk, Silver Sequins ca. 1920
Located in Andernach, DE
Absolutely unique, likely French – small pouch from black silk at the outside. The embroidery appears to be from genuine silver sequins, as it weights quite heavy, but the material r...
Category

Early 20th Century Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Metal

Marble Solitaire Game 10 inch Hardwood Board 35 mixed Stone Marbles, circa 1945
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very attractive complete game of Marble Solitaire with a hardwood circular board and 35 mixed stone marbles, probably French. The circular turned board is made of polished hardwood, with a good grain figure. The board has 32 equi-spaced holes with an additional one in the centre and a gallery to the outer perimeter. Three small circular pads have been attached to the base of the board to protect the surface it sits on. It comes complete with a full set of 35 (32 Plus 3 spare) handmade playing marbles of mixed stone, clay and agate and of different colours. Some of the clay marbles...
Category

20th Century French Folk Art Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Stone

Art Deco Sideboard Made of Rosewood with Brass Applications, Paris, around 1920
Located in Greven, DE
Original Art Deco furniture from a time full of life and elegance. We get all of our furniture unrestored so that we can be sure that it is really original. We then offer these as original until we recondition the furniture in our workshop and then offer it as restored furniture...
Category

1920s French Art Deco Vintage Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Brass

Antique Jar, Korea. Silla period (57 BCE – 935 CE)
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A jar, Silla period (57 BCE – 935 CE). Raised, wide foot with openwork decoration. Impressed decoration on the body. Ash glaze. Wear consistent with age. PROVENANCE Johanne Huitfeld...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Korean Antique Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Earthenware

French folk art sculpture - A monoxylous sharpening stone case
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A sharpening stone case, a monoxylous work of French folk art from the early 20th century. Hand-carved walnut wood, a superb and rare decorative object
Category

Early 20th Century French Folk Art Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Walnut

Vintage 20th Century Abstract African Wooden Sculpture - 2Y482
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This vintage 20th-century abstract African wooden sculpture is an exquisite example of traditional craftsmanship and artistry. Measuring 20.3 inches (51.5 cm) in height, 2.2 inches (...
Category

20th Century Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Nelson Chess Set by A. Andreucci
By Arcahorn Srl.
Located in Milan, IT
Designed by A. Andreucci, the spectacular board of this dynamic Nelson Chess Set has been crafted in mirrored glass and polished black lacquered wood and measures 40 x 40 cm. Perfect...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Horn, Wool, Glass, Mirror

Vintage 1960s German Large Turned Wooden XL Display Model of Screwdriver nr 7
Located in Haarlem, NL
Very unusual extra large vintage wooden display model of a screwdriver nr 7. Turned and carved out of one piece of wood, probably used as displa...
Category

1960s German Vintage Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Vintage African art Hand-carved ironwood (ebony??) Tanzanian Makonde family tree
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Very nice and handcarved.
Category

1940s Vintage Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Statue from the Baoule/Baule tribe, Ivory Coast, first half 20th century
By Baule Tribe
Located in Bilzen, BE
A statue from the Baoule/Baule tribe, Ivory Coast carved in hardwood in the early colonial style Early 1900 Tribal aged patina Heigth 36 cm
Category

Early 20th Century Ivorian Tribal Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Versace Collection Rug Petit Barocco Nero Black Gold, 1980
By Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Rug made in China designed and manufactured by Atelier Versace Petit Barocco Nero 200 x 300 In good original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use A vintage Gianni Versace...
Category

1980s Italian Baroque Vintage Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Wool

Dan Gagon, Dance Mask, Ivory Coast, Africa
Located in Stockholm, SE
An african Dan Gabon dance mask. Ivory Coast. Wood, fur and metal. Good condition. Signs of wear. Visible marks.
Category

20th Century Ivorian Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Fur, Wood

Divination Orb, France 19th Century
Located in PARIS, FR
Superb divination orb, 19th century France. Crystal ball, glass decorations and bronze frame. Good condition, minor damage to crystal and glass parts. Dimensions in cm ( H x D ) : ...
Category

19th Century French Empire Antique Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

2x Art Deco 15kg double ball dumbbells, 1930s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
2x Art Deco 15kg double ball dumbbells Super decorative. Will be sent in 2 packages because of the weight.
Category

1930s German Bauhaus Vintage Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Dated 1911 Primitive Antique Hand-carved Box, RUSTIC Memory Keepsake Box
Located in Skien, NO
RARE Scandinavian folk art box with detailed hand-carved patterns around the whole body and lid. Original lock and key. -- Primitive Antique handcrafted / handmade / hand crafted sto...
Category

Early 20th Century Norwegian Folk Art Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Beech, Birch, Wood, Pine

Baoulé Statue, wood, Circa 1950, Côte d Ivoire, Afrique.
Located in Nice, Cote d Azur
Baoulé Statue, wood, Circa 1950, Côte d'Ivoire, Afrique. Height: 31 cm. Very beautiful Baoulé statue from Ivory Coast, covered with a natural, earthy patina in places. It contains re...
Category

1950s Ivorian Tribal Vintage Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Hebe s Bust Sculpture
By Raffaello Romanelli
Located in Milan, IT
This exceptional piece meticulously reproduces Danish sculptor Bertel Thorvaldsen's oeuvre realized in 1806 and preserved at the Thorvaldsen Museum ...
Category

2010s Italian Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Other

Ivory handle walking stick depicting a dog and a hare, United Kingdom 1890.
Located in Milan, IT
Walking stick: Ivory carved handle T shape, depicting an hunting dog head and a hare. Silver ring. Sulphur glass eyes. Malacca wood shaft. Metal ferule. UK circa 1890. (SHIP TO EU O...
Category

Late 19th Century English Antique Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Silver

21st Century Demetra Round Laundry Basket Handwoven with Leather in Italy
By Pinetti
Located in Bagnatica, Lombardia
Strictly hand woven with meticulous care, Pinetti baskets are made with eco-friendly, washable, and resistant material. Part of the Demetra collections, our short basket comes in a ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Leather

1980s, Recreational Machine Model Pinball Trailer Playmatic
Located in Marbella, ES
1980s Recreational machine model pinball trailer playmatic.
Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Glazed ceramic vase by Michel Lanos
By Michel Lanos
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic vase with glazes decoration by Michel Lanos (1926-2005). 11.8 x 7.9 inches. Perfect original decorations. Artist monogram under the base. Circa 1990-2000. Unique piece. - ...
Category

20th Century French Beaux Arts Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage 20th Century Wooden and Glass Whisky Dispenser – France - 2Y467
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This vintage 20th-century whisky dispenser, featuring a charming combination of wood and glass, is a unique addition to any barware collection. Measuring 7.1 inches (18 cm) in height...
Category

20th Century Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Glass, Wood

Pair of Iconic Vintage Ph5 Chandeliers for L. Poulsen of Dk with Art Work
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Søborg, DK
Iconic Vintage PH5 chandelier by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen of Denmark from the 1990s with abstract art work by G61. Titled “Cherry Blossom” The art work is acrylic paint w...
Category

1990s Danish Mid-Century Modern Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Aluminum

1960 s New Old Stock Vintage Pocket Pinball
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960's New Old Stock Vintage Pocket Pinball. We recently came across a large hoard of new old stock hardware and general merchandise items, laying untouched since the 1940's and 50's...
Category

1960s Vintage Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Plastic

French Shell Figurine of a Lady in 19th-Century Dress France, circa 1950
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A rare and poetic decorative object, this figurine represents a lady in romantic 19th-century costume. Entirely handcrafted, the skirt is composed of scallop shells, beautifully arra...
Category

1950s French French Provincial Vintage Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Shell

Big Ceramic Vase by Lucien Arnaud, to Saint- Amand-en-Puisaye, circa 1920
By Lucien Arnaud
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic vase by Lucien Arnaud with glaze decoration. Signed under the base " Lucien Arnaud ". Circa 1920.   
Category

20th Century French Beaux Arts Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Ceramic

Iron and wood horse shaped food chopper, England, 1890.
Located in Milan, IT
Antique Iron and wood horse shaped food chopper. The iron slab has been cut with a horse silouette, The superior and inferior edges have been slightly grinded, while the curved lower...
Category

Late 19th Century English Antique Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Ethiopian Low Stool
Located in London, GB
This stool, from the Gurage culture of Ethiopia, has been carved from a single piece of heavy, dense wood. The stool exhibits a flat, low form and over time, has developed a lovely d...
Category

Early 20th Century Ethiopian Tribal Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Luna Hand-Tufted Rug in Dark Yellow by Verner Panton
By Verpan, Verner Panton
Located in Horsens, DK
Eight colored rug with organic circle pattern designed by Verner Panton. Material: 100% New Zealand wool Hand tufted Color: Tone-in-tone dark yellow.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Wool

Large Wooden Carved Female Cattle Sculpture Brienz Switzerland ca. 1920s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Large Wooden Carved Female Cattle Sculpture Brienz Switzerland ca. 1920s Item e7301 A very large naturalistically carved female cattle - masterly carved in lindenwood, Swiss, Brienz ...
Category

Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Beautiful Brienz Bear Counter Desk Bell or Service Ringer, Antique Switzerland
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A great looking hand carved original wooden Folk Art Bear Statue as desk bell. A great piece for a suitable ambiance in a Cabin room or the office of a Hunter or Woodsman. More than ...
Category

Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Antique Wabi Sabi Wooden Root Bowl, Scandinavia c. 1800s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A wonderful antique wabi sabi wooden root bowl with beautiful patina from age and use.
Category

Mid-19th Century Norwegian Romantic Antique Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Vintage Christmas Candle Holder Erzgebirge, Germany
Located in Kitzbühel, Tirol
Vintage Christmas candleholder handmade and hand-painted in wood. Decorated with three different figures all in wood and handpainted. The handma...
Category

1950s German Country Vintage Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Black Forest Folk Art Carved Wood Chamois Head with Real Horns, 19th Century
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A great looking hand carved original wooden Folk Art chamois head wall decoration. A great piece for a suitable ambiance in a trophy room or the office of a Hunter or Woodsman. More ...
Category

Mid-19th Century German Black Forest Antique Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Early 20th century pair of Fairground Figures
Located in London, GB
Early 20th century pair of Fairground Figures Dimensions: H 63” x W 19” x D 1” Weight: 8kg the pair Date: Circa 1920 - 1940 Origin: Unknown Material: Pine Info: These figures do n...
Category

1920s British Late Victorian Vintage Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Pine

Vintage Toy, Wind Up Toy Musical Carousel, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
This vintage wind up toy musical carousel is a mechanical toy representing a beautiful carousel with moving horses. Made up in hand painted wood. ...
Category

Mid-20th Century European Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Metal

Kastrup Closed On Sunday Night Edit Rug by HENZEL STUDIO
Located in Geneve, CH
Kastrup Closed On Sunday Night Edit Rug by HENZEL STUDIO Dimensions: W 139.7 x L 220.98 cm. Materials: Wool, Mohair & Silk. Calle Henzel stands as a trailblazer in the realm of orga...
Category

2010s Swedish Post-Modern Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Wool, Mohair, Silk

Vintage Christmas Small Red Nutcracker, Wood, Erzgebirge, Germany, 1970
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Wooden nutcracker figure from the Erzgebirge. The region Erzgebirge formerly Eastern Germany is famous for this special kind of nutcrackers, where intricate carving has been their ho...
Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Vintage 1997 Hotwheels Mattel Ferrari F512m Toy - 2Y192
Located in Bordeaux, FR
A collectible piece for car enthusiasts, this vintage Hotwheels model of the Ferrari F512m, produced by Mattel in 1997, is a must-have for fans of iconic sports cars and die-cast mod...
Category

1990s French Empire Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Metal

Set of 2 Pedestal Jars, Korea, Silla period (57 BCE – 935 CE)
Located in Hønefoss, 30
Pedestal Jars Korea, Silla period (57 BCE – 935 CE). Set of 2 Varied forms. “Kobae”-type jars with tall, flared pedestal bases and openwork decoration. Grey stoneware with traces of...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Korean Antique Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Earthenware

Vintage 20th Century French Table Liqueur Set – Barrel and 6 Small Cups - 2Y481
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This vintage 20th-century French table liqueur set is a charming and decorative piece, perfect for collectors or as a unique display item. The set includes a wooden barrel and six sm...
Category

20th Century Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Mercurio Bust
By Raffaello Romanelli
Located in Milan, IT
An extraordinary, renowned oeuvre of the Mannerist period, this stupendous bust depicts Mercury, or Hermes, the son of Zeus and nymph Maia who served as the messenger of gods in Gree...
Category

2010s Italian Europe - Folk Art

Materials

Plaster

Mercurio Bust
Mercurio Bust
$1,170 / item