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Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

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
A Family of Greenlandic Tupilak 's - Hand-Carved in Reindeer Stag & Bone
A Family of Greenlandic Tupilak 's - Hand-Carved in Reindeer Stag & Bone

A Family of Greenlandic Tupilak 's - Hand-Carved in Reindeer Stag & Bone

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A group of 5 Greenlandic Tupilaq 's - mythological shaman figurines hand-carved in Reindeer stag and bone. A tupilak is a traditional avenging monster and carved figure from Greenlan...

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20th Century Greenlandic Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

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Bone

A group of five life-size wooden articulated hands for mannequins. Italy, 1900.
A group of five life-size wooden articulated hands for mannequins. Italy, 1900.

A group of five life-size wooden articulated hands for mannequins. Italy, 1900.

Located in Milan, IT

A group of five samples of articulated hands for dummies, made in various types of wood: national walnut, chestnut, maple. Mounted on bases, made of cast iron and brass for the locki...

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Early 20th Century Italian Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Brass, Iron, Cast Iron

20th Century Vintage Dressmaker's Mannequin Covered in Old Newsprint
20th Century Vintage Dressmaker's Mannequin Covered in Old Newsprint

20th Century Vintage Dressmaker's Mannequin Covered in Old Newsprint

Located in Round Top, TX

This vintage dress/suit form is perfect for displaying dressed up or simply as a fun vintage accent. An additional feature of the mannequin is the black painted wood tripod base wit...

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Mid-20th Century Hungarian Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Paint, Paper

Custom French Beaded Floral Spray, Studio VL
Custom French Beaded Floral Spray, Studio VL

Custom French Beaded Floral Spray, Studio VL

Located in Riverdale, NY

Massive Custom French Beaded Spray by Studio VL from the 1990's. Fantasy oversized Lilac hand beaded into a large exaggerated scale in unusual color combinations with new and vintage French and Czech glass beads. Based on the traditional craft of French beaded flowers...

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1990s French Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Mexican Terracotta Articulated Doll Figure, Folk Art, Circa 1900
Mexican Terracotta Articulated Doll Figure, Folk Art, Circa 1900

Mexican Terracotta Articulated Doll Figure, Folk Art, Circa 1900

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 Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

ELFRIEDE MEINDL - Folk Art Ceramic Atlantic Fisherman Figure - Canada - C.1970's
ELFRIEDE MEINDL - Folk Art Ceramic Atlantic Fisherman Figure - Canada - C.1970's

ELFRIEDE MEINDL - Folk Art Ceramic Atlantic Fisherman Figure - Canada - C.1970's

Located in Chatham, ON

ELFRIEDE MEINDL (1926-2020) - Fine vintage folk art ceramic figure of an Atlantic fisherman on a plinth base - small size - featuring elaborate hand made and hand crafted details thr...

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Late 20th Century Canadian Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Hand-Carved Solid Wood African Woman Figure Sculpture – 100 cm / 39.4 in
Hand-Carved Solid Wood African Woman Figure Sculpture – 100 cm / 39.4 in

Hand-Carved Solid Wood African Woman Figure Sculpture – 100 cm / 39.4 in

Located in Turku, Finland

A striking hand-carved solid-wood sculpture depicting a standing female figure in a graceful, elongated pose. The carving shows clear craftsmanship with detailed features, braided ha...

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Late 20th Century Tanzanian Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Mexican Terracotta Articulated Doll Figure Wearing a Military Hat
Mexican Terracotta Articulated Doll Figure Wearing a Military Hat

Mexican Terracotta Articulated Doll Figure Wearing a Military Hat

Located in Stamford, CT

Funky and very cool 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 is absolutely charming. The military hat...

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Early 20th Century Mexican Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Carved Wooden African Head
Carved Wooden African Head

Carved Wooden African Head

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A wonderful hand carved head of Hardwood. A stunning sculpted and carved piece. A stand alone decorative piece or can be used as a large book end. Trul...

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20th Century African Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Hardwood

Russian Female Figure Sculpture in Marble and Onyx, Late 20th Century
Russian Female Figure Sculpture in Marble and Onyx, Late 20th Century

Russian Female Figure Sculpture in Marble and Onyx, Late 20th Century

Located in New York, NY

A Russian female figure sculpture in marble and onyx, in the Folk Art design style, circa late‑20th century, 1990s, Russia. A hand‑carved mixed‑stone female figure composed of white...

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Late 20th Century Russian Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Onyx, Marble

African Nigerian Benin Yoruba Warrior Oba King Bronze Head Bust Sculpture
African Nigerian Benin Yoruba Warrior Oba King Bronze Head Bust Sculpture

African Nigerian Benin Yoruba Warrior Oba King Bronze Head Bust Sculpture

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderful, bronze bust/head sculpture of the Benin warrior Oba King, the first ruling King Father of the 16th century Kingdom of Benin (in present-day Nigeria) which was one of Afr...

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Mid-20th Century Nigerian Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Hand Carved Wooden Folk Art Masks
Pair of Hand Carved Wooden Folk Art Masks

Pair of Hand Carved Wooden Folk Art Masks

$280Sale Price / set|20% Off

Pair of Hand Carved Wooden Folk Art Masks

Located in San Diego, CA

A very fun pair of hand carved wooden folk art masks circa 1940s. The set is in very good vintage condition and has a hanger on the reverse side; the larger mask...

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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Paint

Vintage German Yard or Garden Gnome Fishing, Beautiful Statue 1930s
Vintage German Yard or Garden Gnome Fishing, Beautiful Statue 1930s

Vintage German Yard or Garden Gnome Fishing, Beautiful Statue 1930s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A gorgeous character ceramic figural gnome statue. This character statue has been made by unknown Company in Germany, in the 1930s or earlier. Absolutely gorgeous item with lots of ...

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20th Century German Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Heavily Rusted Cast Iron Human Scull Sculpture This is a Heavily Rusted Scull
Heavily Rusted Cast Iron Human Scull Sculpture This is a Heavily Rusted Scull

Heavily Rusted Cast Iron Human Scull Sculpture This is a Heavily Rusted Scull

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Heavily Rusted Cast Iron Human Scull Sculpture This is a Heavily Rusted Cast Iron Human Scull Sculpture, a curious piece of vintage design both macabre and realistic, the scull is ...

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1950s Vintage Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

19th Century Irish "Erin go Bragh" Silk Embroidered Picture with Green Gems
19th Century Irish "Erin go Bragh" Silk Embroidered Picture with Green Gems

19th Century Irish "Erin go Bragh" Silk Embroidered Picture with Green Gems

By Interi

Located in Columbia, SC

19th century Irish embroidered silk picture with a gold frame adorned with an antique silver braid and aventurine, emerald, and topaz polished stones. The picture shows the phrase, ...

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19th Century Italian Antique Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Multi-gemstone

Floral Bouquet Door Stop Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art
Floral Bouquet Door Stop Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art

Floral Bouquet Door Stop Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage or antique cast iron door stop features a bouquet of blue, white, and pink flowers. Carefully painted, highly detailed flowers are juxtaposed by the monochromatic light blue ...

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Custom French Beaded Spray, Studio VL
Custom French Beaded Spray, Studio VL

Custom French Beaded Spray, Studio VL

Located in Riverdale, NY

Custom French Beaded Spray, Studio VL from the 1990's, France. Custom made in exaggerated scale with unusual color combinations of new and vintage French and Czech beads. Based on the traditional craft of French beaded flowers...

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1990s French Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Terracotta Articulated Doll Santos Figure Wearing a Bowler Hat
Terracotta Articulated Doll Santos Figure Wearing a Bowler Hat

Terracotta Articulated Doll Santos Figure Wearing a Bowler Hat

Located in Stamford, CT

Unusual, and quite 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...

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Early 20th Century Mexican Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Terracotta

19th Century Iron Indian Weathervane with Stand
19th Century Iron Indian Weathervane with Stand

19th Century Iron Indian Weathervane with Stand

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fantastic and rare original painted surface iron Indian weather vane, worn painted surface. Great original Directional's in iron and attached. This Indian weather vane was found in t...

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19th Century American Antique Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Large Carved Cigar Store Indian, Shop Trade Sign  This is a very rare find, he i
Large Carved Cigar Store Indian, Shop Trade Sign  This is a very rare find, he i

Large Carved Cigar Store Indian, Shop Trade Sign This is a very rare find, he i

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Large Carved Cigar Store Indian, Shop Trade Sign This is a very rare find, he is a full size American Indian, he is carved from one piece of wood ( a tree trunk, possibly pine ) The...

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1910s Vintage Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Antique Wood Bust Sculpture
Antique Wood Bust Sculpture

Antique Wood Bust Sculpture

Located in New York, NY

An antique wood figurative head bust sculpture, circa late-19th century to early-20th century. Piece is hand-carved and decorated (polychromed.) Piece may have been from a game, orna...

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Early 20th Century Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Pair of Hand Carved Wooden Paul Laszlo Figural Lamps with Custom Woven Shades
Pair of Hand Carved Wooden Paul Laszlo Figural Lamps with Custom Woven Shades

Pair of Hand Carved Wooden Paul Laszlo Figural Lamps with Custom Woven Shades

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A striking pair of **hand-carved wooden figural table lamps by Paul László, featuring sculptural seated figures mounted on black bases. Each lamp is accented with a decorative brass...

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20th Century Central African Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Antique Carved Wood Horse India Polychrome Ceremonial Temple Sculpture 19th C.
Antique Carved Wood Horse India Polychrome Ceremonial Temple Sculpture 19th C.

Antique Carved Wood Horse India Polychrome Ceremonial Temple Sculpture 19th C.

Located in Glenford, NY

Antique carved Indian ceremonial temple sculpture of a large parade horse from the late 19th or early 20th Century. The wooden body, mane, tail, saddle and reins are carved in high r...

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1890s Indian Antique Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Paint

Mexican Dia De Los Muertos Day of the Dead La Catrina Folk Art Figure Sculpture
Mexican Dia De Los Muertos Day of the Dead La Catrina Folk Art Figure Sculpture

Mexican Dia De Los Muertos Day of the Dead La Catrina Folk Art Figure Sculpture

Located in Studio City, CA

A quite wonderful Mexican Day of the Dead (Dia De Los Muertos festival held throughout Mexico) La Catrina symbolic skeleton figure. La Catrina is the festival’s most recognizable image/figure. She is the model of a high-society woman who has met Death, her maker. She represents something between the fear induced by her skeletal form and the revelry exhibited by the comical way she is typically portrayed, making her a perfect symbol of the Mexican holiday. She often appears in paintings, window displays, and costumes all around Mexico during the Day of the Dead festivities. La Catrina was originally conceived in the early 1900s by newspaper illustrator and printmaker José Guadalupe Posada...

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20th Century Mexican Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Textile, Wood, Paper

One of a Kind Hand-Carved Folk Art Hand Sculpture, Rustic Wood, Circa 1960s
One of a Kind Hand-Carved Folk Art Hand Sculpture, Rustic Wood, Circa 1960s

One of a Kind Hand-Carved Folk Art Hand Sculpture, Rustic Wood, Circa 1960s

Located in Round Top, TX

This unique, hand-carved wooden sculpture of a hand was created by a Colorado folk artist known for his rustic, heartfelt style. The piece showcases the warmth, character, and expres...

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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Mwana Pwo mask Chokwe - Angola African Decortive Wall Art Sculpture
Mwana Pwo mask Chokwe - Angola African Decortive Wall Art Sculpture

Mwana Pwo mask Chokwe - Angola African Decortive Wall Art Sculpture

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a Mwana Pwo Mask Chokwe - Angola African Decortive Wall Art Sculpture. Beautiful craftsmanship. Nice original unrestored patina. No information present on th...

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1980s Angolan Vintage Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Puerto Rican Santos De Palos/Wood Carved Sculpture of The Virgin of Monserrat.
Puerto Rican Santos De Palos/Wood Carved Sculpture of The Virgin of Monserrat.

Puerto Rican Santos De Palos/Wood Carved Sculpture of The Virgin of Monserrat.

Located in Guaynabo, PR

A renown tradition in Puerto Rico is the making of Santos de Palos by Masters Carvers since the 19th century. They hand carved and hand painted the saints inspired in their personal ...

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19th Century American Antique Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Royal Copenhagen Hand Painted Porcelain Young Girl Peasant Feeding a Calf
Royal Copenhagen Hand Painted Porcelain Young Girl Peasant Feeding a Calf

Royal Copenhagen Hand Painted Porcelain Young Girl Peasant Feeding a Calf

By Royal Copenhagen

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a Royal Copenhagen glazed hand painted porcelain figurine of a Danish young girl peasant feeding a calf from a big bucket. Below the base, it is found the Royal Copenhagen ha...

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20th Century Danish Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Early Baseball iron Sculpture Bank
Early Baseball iron Sculpture Bank

Early Baseball iron Sculpture Bank

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Early Hubley baseball player bank with original gilded surface.Amazing original painted surface & patina.

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Beaded Ndebele Ceremonial Doll
Beaded Ndebele Ceremonial Doll

Beaded Ndebele Ceremonial Doll

Located in Chicago, IL

A rare imported commodity, glass beads have been a symbol of wealth and importance in south African cultures for centuries, and were exclusively distributed by the region's oba (king...

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Mid-20th Century South African Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Fabric, Cotton, Wood

Beaded Ndebele Initiation Doll
Beaded Ndebele Initiation Doll

Beaded Ndebele Initiation Doll

Located in Chicago, IL

A rare imported commodity, glass beads have been a symbol of wealth and importance in south African cultures for centuries, and were exclusively distributed by the region's oba (king...

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Mid-20th Century South African Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Fabric, Cotton, Wood

Beaded Ndebele Ceremonial Doll
Beaded Ndebele Ceremonial Doll

Beaded Ndebele Ceremonial Doll

Located in Chicago, IL

A rare imported commodity, glass beads have been a symbol of wealth and importance in south African cultures for centuries, and were exclusively distributed by the region's oba (king). As beads become gradually more accessible throughout the 19th century, they began to displace the organic materials used in traditional art and attire. This colorful example of African beadwork...

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Mid-20th Century South African Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

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Cotton, Wood, Fabric

Chinese Stone “Abundance” Sculpture of Young Boy & Carp
Chinese Stone “Abundance” Sculpture of Young Boy & Carp

Chinese Stone “Abundance” Sculpture of Young Boy & Carp

Located in San Francisco, CA

On offer is a classic piece of Chinese folk art depicting a traditional, auspicious motif, namely a young boy wrestling a giant carp, or Koi fish. In Chinese culture, the word for fi...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Soapstone

Olokun Head, Kingdom of Ife, Western Nigeria Hand Carved Hardwood
Olokun Head, Kingdom of Ife, Western Nigeria Hand Carved Hardwood

Olokun Head, Kingdom of Ife, Western Nigeria Hand Carved Hardwood

Located in Rothley, Leicestershire

Fascinating detailed Olokun head from the Kingdom of Ife in Western Nigeria. Hand carved hardwood face with almond shaped eyes, neck creases and astounding facial incisions Circa 1...

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Late 20th Century Beninese Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Hardwood

Large Figurative African Mangbetu Anthropomorphic Ceramic Vessel or Jar
Large Figurative African Mangbetu Anthropomorphic Ceramic Vessel or Jar

Large Figurative African Mangbetu Anthropomorphic Ceramic Vessel or Jar

Located in Studio City, CA

This is a wonderful piece likely made by the Mangetu tribe of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is finely detailed and quite large and hefty. These pieces were originally made...

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20th Century Congolese Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Early Stone Tiki Garden Statue on Base
Early Stone Tiki Garden Statue on Base

Early Stone Tiki Garden Statue on Base

By Tiki

Located in Ferndale, MI

Unique two piece garden statue. Tiki style form sits in stand. Most likely cast cement.

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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Cement

Ceramic Sculpture with a Group of Playing Putti's 19th Century Belgium
Ceramic Sculpture with a Group of Playing Putti's 19th Century Belgium

Ceramic Sculpture with a Group of Playing Putti's 19th Century Belgium

Located in Antwerp, BE

Beautiful in detail and charming 19th century unglazed terracotta sculpture. Features a design of three cherubic children with lamps and fruit, playing with two goats on the base of ...

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1890s Belgian Antique Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

"The Archive of B/W Television (Retablo with TV Screen)" by Patrick Fitzgerald
"The Archive of B/W Television (Retablo with TV Screen)" by Patrick Fitzgerald

"The Archive of B/W Television (Retablo with TV Screen)" by Patrick Fitzgerald

By Patrick Fitzgerald

Located in Chicago, IL

The intricate retablos of Chicago-based artist Patrick Fitzgerald are his means of paying homage to those who have inspired him throughout his life. Derived from Mexican votive paint...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Other

Mexican Terracotta Articulated Doll Figure, 1920's
Mexican Terracotta Articulated Doll Figure, 1920's

Mexican Terracotta Articulated Doll Figure, 1920's

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 Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Benin Kingdom Ebony Carving of a Young King Oba, Nigerian
Benin Kingdom Ebony Carving of a Young King Oba, Nigerian

Benin Kingdom Ebony Carving of a Young King Oba, Nigerian

By People from Benin

Located in Rothley, Leicestershire

Wonderful hand carved ebony hardwood figure of a young Benin man, possibly a future King Oba Excellent traditional Benin artistic carving A delightful piece Circa 1970 Height 13...

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Late 20th Century Beninese Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ebony

Figurines by Dr. Harley Niblack
Figurines by Dr. Harley Niblack

Figurines by Dr. Harley Niblack

Located in South Charleston, WV

This grouping of 3 figurines and 9 sculpture head figures were obtained directly from Dr. Harley Niblack by the consignor's father (who was also a woodt...

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1950s American Vintage Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Vintage Hand-Carved Teak Thai Theppanom Sculpture
Vintage Hand-Carved Teak Thai Theppanom Sculpture

Vintage Hand-Carved Teak Thai Theppanom Sculpture

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful hand-carved solid teak Thai Theppanom sculpture or statue depicting a celestial being kneeling in prayer Thailand, Circa Mid-20th Century Measures: 3.5"W x 4.75"D x 19....

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Mid-20th Century Thai Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

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Teak

19th Century 33" French Articulated Carved Wood Artists' Mannequin or Lay Figure
19th Century 33" French Articulated Carved Wood Artists' Mannequin or Lay Figure

19th Century 33" French Articulated Carved Wood Artists' Mannequin or Lay Figure

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

33" tall posable, articulated carved wood figure of a male, used for learning figure drawing in art classes and studios.

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Late 19th Century French Antique Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

19th Century Carved Pine Articulated Artists Lay Figure or Mannequin
19th Century Carved Pine Articulated Artists Lay Figure or Mannequin

19th Century Carved Pine Articulated Artists Lay Figure or Mannequin

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

13" Carved pine artists articulated mannequin or lay figure of a male with carved facial features.

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Late 19th Century American Antique Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

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Pine

Figurative Hand Carved Wood Sculpture -  Juneau, Alaska 1984
Figurative Hand Carved Wood Sculpture -  Juneau, Alaska 1984

Figurative Hand Carved Wood Sculpture - Juneau, Alaska 1984

Located in Soquel, CA

Figurative Hand Carved Wood Sculpture - Juneau, Alaska 1984 Hand carved wooden sculpture, presented on a dark wooden base. The sculpture is somewhat figural, but rather abstract. Th...

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1980s American Vintage Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Pair Large English Prattware Figures of Autumn & Winter Hand Painted Circa 1790
Pair Large English Prattware Figures of Autumn & Winter Hand Painted Circa 1790

Pair Large English Prattware Figures of Autumn & Winter Hand Painted Circa 1790

By Staffordshire

Located in Katonah, NY

This pair of large English Prattware figures, hand-painted in Staffordshire around 1790, represents Autumn and Winter through the distinctive charm of late 18th-century folk pottery....

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Late 18th Century English Antique Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

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Creamware, Pearlware

Small Sailor Whirligig, circa 1930-1940
Small Sailor Whirligig, circa 1930-1940

Small Sailor Whirligig, circa 1930-1940

Located in Nantucket, MA

Figural standing sailor whirligig, carved from Pine wearing a white hat with metal brim, a blue sailor’s middy with scarf, striped red and white unde...

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Pine

Artistic atelier sculpture depicting a hand, Germany 1907.
Artistic atelier sculpture depicting a hand, Germany 1907.

Artistic atelier sculpture depicting a hand, Germany 1907.

Located in Milan, IT

Artistic atelier sculpture depicting a male hand. Made of fruit wood, the sculpture has a smooth base with an irregular geometric edge, on which is the artist's proof of refined work...

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Early 20th Century German Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

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Fruitwood

19th Century Italian / Sicilian Large Hand-Crafted Puppet Marionette
19th Century Italian / Sicilian Large Hand-Crafted Puppet Marionette

19th Century Italian / Sicilian Large Hand-Crafted Puppet Marionette

Located in London, GB

19th Century Italian / Sicilian Large Hand-Crafted Puppet Marionette In the rare form of an Arabic clothed gentle with long turned up moustache. The head, hands and feet are all h...

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1870s Italian Antique Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Pine

Vintage Japanese Kokeshi Doll with Hand-Painted Floral Detail.
Vintage Japanese Kokeshi Doll with Hand-Painted Floral Detail.

Vintage Japanese Kokeshi Doll with Hand-Painted Floral Detail.

Located in Seattle, WA

This vintage Japanese Kokeshi doll features a minimalist cylindrical form with a rounded head and hand-painted facial details. Made from solid wood, the surface exhibits a warm, natu...

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1970s Vintage Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Christmas Tree Stand Iron Folk Art German
Christmas Tree Stand Iron Folk Art German

Christmas Tree Stand Iron Folk Art German

Located in Kitzbühel, Tirol

Hugh Christmas tree stand made of iron. The stand is decorated with three large hands painted Santa Claus. The Santa Claus is decorated on both si...

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Mid-20th Century German Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Puerto Rican Santos De Palos/Wood Carved Sculpture of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Puerto Rican Santos De Palos/Wood Carved Sculpture of Our Lady of Mount Carmel

Puerto Rican Santos De Palos/Wood Carved Sculpture of Our Lady of Mount Carmel

Located in Guaynabo, PR

A renown tradition in Puerto Rico is the making of Santos de Palos by Masters Carvers since the 19th century. They hand carved and hand painted the saints inspired in their personal ...

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19th Century American Antique Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Folk Art figurative sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique folk art figurative sculptures 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 figurative sculptures created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, folk art, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Folk Art figurative sculptures made in a specific country, there are North America, Europe, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original figurative sculptures, popular names associated with this style include Jim Rose, Royal Doulton, Benin People, and Staffordshire. 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 figurative sculptures differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $60 and tops out at $16,400 while the average work can sell for $1,000.