Folk Art 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
Japanese antique wooden small tansu cabinet box, 1860s-1920s wabi sabi
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
Japanese antique small tansu cabinet box with sliding doors - made of Hinoki Japanese cypress, finished with persimmon tannin & burnt pine ink.
Product of circa 1870s-1920s (Meiji to...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Folk Art Cabinets
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Wood, Cypress
19th Century Original Painted Swedish Cabinet dated 1852
Located in Round Top, TX
Painted cabinets were a traditional element of Swedish country homes, this one is particularly lovely as it still maintains the original hand-painted finish with faux marble drawer a...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Cabinets
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Wood, Paint
Late 19th Century American Tramp Folk Art Draws
Located in London, GB
Late 19th century American tramp folk art draws
We share what we love, and we love this late 19th American set of tramp art draws. Made from old cigar boxes...
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Early 1900s American Antique Folk Art Cabinets
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Pine
19th Century Swedish pine rustic hanging cabinet for working tools
Located in Boden, SE
Very charming wall cabinet from the early 20th century. The cabinet has never been painted.
It is built from old sugar boxes.
It has 2 doors at the top & a divided drawer compartment...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Folk Art Cabinets
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Pine
Antique Swedish Folk Art Solid Pine Cabinet
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique folk art cabinet from Sweden made during the first years of the 19th century, around 1810. The cabinet is made by hand in solid pine. ...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Cabinets
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Pine
Italian Antique Cabinet
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an antique Italian cabinet.
It is probably quite old, dating back to the 1700s or 1800s.
The texture it has acquired over the years gives it a dignified appearance that is ...
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19th Century Italian Antique Folk Art Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Pair of Chinese Persimmon Lacquer Spring Cabinets, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Outlined by a border of floral and gilt scrollwork, a painted panel of spring flowers adorns the front door of this small storage chest from Shandong province. Depicting a cluster of...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Folk Art Cabinets
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Pine
19th Century Antique Painted Pine Cabinet, Italian Cabinetmaker, Made in Tuscany
Located in Odense, DK
This charming 18th-century painted pine cabinet, crafted by an Italian cabinetmaker in Tuscany, is a rustic masterpiece. Made from sturdy pine, it showcases the traditional Arte Pove...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Folk Art Cabinets
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Pine
Unique Antique 19th Century Wood Folk Cabinet / Shelves, France
Located in LEWES, GB
Stunning rustic / folk French Pyranees 19th century wooden cabinet / shelf unit. Scalloped carved shelves and two door cabinet. Wonky but sturdy and ready to use. One of a kind....
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Late 19th Century French Antique Folk Art Cabinets
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Wood
Salvador Corona Hand Painted Cabinet, Mexico / Tucson, 1940s, Signed
Located in Kansas City, MO
Beutiful Salvador Corona hand painted and signed cabinet with drawers, Mexico / Tucson, 1940s. Good original condition with honest attractive wear.
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1950s American Vintage Folk Art Cabinets
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Wood
1980s Sculptural Hand Crafted Painted Faux Golf Club Display Cabinet
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, sculptural faux golf club cabinet you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful go...
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1980s Asian Vintage Folk Art Cabinets
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Metal
19th Century French Country Folk Art Corner Cabinet
Located in Winter Park, FL
A fine 19th century French Art Populair, or Folk Art, corner cabinet from Normandy. Made of pitch pine with bold geometric carved panels. In three parts: the bottom has a small dovetailed drawer and one interior shelf, the top cabinet has two interior shelves, and the crown is decorated with carved rosettes. Locks and keys in working condition. An unusual cabinet...
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19th Century French Antique Folk Art Cabinets
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Pine
Wall Mounted Oak Cabinet, Denmark 1860’s
Located in Valby, 84
Danish folk art cabinet in solid oak from the 1860’s.
The cabinet was most likely used to store tobacco and made by local cabinetmaker on the island of Sjælland.
This piece is the pe...
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1860s Danish Antique Folk Art Cabinets
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Oak
Rare Antique Handcrafted Swedish Tall Black Painted Pine Folk Art Cabinet
Located in Kramfors, SE
Rare folk art cabinet from Järvsö in Hälsingland, Sweden. The cabinet is made by hand in solid pine around 1790 to 1810 and has the original paint which is in very good condition. No...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Beech wabi sabi cabinet, 1850s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Rare primitive cabinet, Carpathians, circa 1850, early construction, built from sawn or hewn beech wood. A shelf on the inside. This is a cabinet from a very modest home in the highl...
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1850s Romanian Antique Folk Art Cabinets
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Beech
18th Century Primitive Folk Art Baroque Era Unique Pine Cabinet Chimney Cupboard
Located in Zagreb, HR
Stunning sculptural piece of furniture, a rustic wabi sabi folk art primitive cabinet, "chimney cupboard", from the 18th century.
One of a kind antique rustic piece with loads of...
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18th Century European Antique Folk Art Cabinets
Materials
Wrought Iron
Folk Art "Picassiette" Deux-Corps, France, 19th Century
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Rare and unusual dresser decorated with colorful bits of broken porcelain -- in typical French Folk Art tradition, but unusual on a piece of this size ...
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19th Century French Antique Folk Art Cabinets
Antique Original Clock Cabinet from Sweden, Hand-Crafted Untouched Veneered Elm
Located in Kramfors, SE
Swedish antique clock cabinet made during the early to mid 1800s, circa 1820 to 1840. The cabinet is veneered and waxed elm. The lower cabinet is...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Cabinets
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Elm
17th Century Austrian Rustic Folk Painted Cupboard Wabi-Sabi European
Located in London, GB
A striking, late 17th century heavily patinated pine cupboard from the alpine region of Styria. Featuring intricately forged iron hardware and remnants of historic folk paintwork, wi...
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17th Century Austrian Antique Folk Art Cabinets
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Iron, Wrought Iron
Dated 1990- Vintage Rosemaling Wall Hanging Cabinet, Hand-Painted, Norway
Located in Skien, NO
Elevate your space with this stunning Norwegian Folk Art wall-hanging Cabinet / Cupboard / Sideboard, a true masterpiece of craftsmanship and tradition. Handcrafted from natural pine wood by a skilled artisan in 1990, this piece showcases the timeless beauty of Telemark-style Rosemaling, featuring intricate hand-painted floral patterns / rosemaling patterns on a classic farmhouse red, yellow, and white colors base.
Dated 1990 on the front, this cabinet is a wonderful example of Scandinavian folk art, blending functionality with artistic elegance. Perfect for adding a touch of rustic charm to cabins, farmhouses, or cottages, it also serves as a unique collector’s shelf...
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Late 20th Century Norwegian Folk Art Cabinets
Materials
Wrought Iron
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 Cabinets
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Wood
Danish Green Folk Cabinet
Located in London, GB
This incredible free standing cabinet is a wonderful example of Danish folk furniture, with excellent traditional craftsmanship techniques. This cabinet features a stunning patinated...
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1780s Danish Antique Folk Art Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Paint
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 Cabinets
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Wood
Antique French Oak Primitive Breton Cabinet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Embrace the charming elegance of 19th Century French Brittany with this stunning antique oak cabinet. This Breton styled armoire features a large solid wood door with beautiful artis...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Folk Art Cabinets
Materials
Metal, Brass
Rustic Folk Art Travail Populaire Cabinet, France 19th Century
Located in Aartselaar, BE
Rustic cabinet, travail populaire, art populaire, folk art, primitive, 19th century
This rustic travail populaire cabinet, handcrafted from solid wood in France around 1800, embodie...
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19th Century French Antique Folk Art Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Oak
Original Hand Painted Swedish Cabinet dated 1798
Located in Round Top, TX
Painted cabinets were a traditional element of Swedish country homes, this one is particularly lovely as it still maintains the original hand-painted finish with floral bouquet and f...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Paint
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 Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Beech Wabi Sabi Cabinet, 1850s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Rare primitive cupboard, Carpathians, circa 1850, early construction, built from sawn or hewn beech wood. Two shelves on the inside. This is a cupboard from a very modest home in the...
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1850s Romanian Antique Folk Art Cabinets
Materials
Beech
Travail Populaire Cabinet, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
19th-century art popular cabinet, a timeless masterpiece crafted from rich, dark solid wood with unparalleled craftsmanship. Beautiful details carved into the wood showcase the impec...
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19th Century French Antique Folk Art Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Folk Art Monoxylite Cabinet, Denmark, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
The rustic monoxylite cabinet from 19th century Denmark showcases the timeless craftsmanship of that era. Its solid wood construction and one-of-a-kind monoxylite back not only offer...
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19th Century Danish Antique Folk Art Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Norfolk Buffet/Shepherd's Table
Located in PARIS, FR
This Norfolk Buffet/Shepherd's Table combines practicality with timeless design, offering a versatile two-in-one solution for modern living. At 196 cm in height and 71 cm in width, i...
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19th Century British Antique Folk Art Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Primitive 19th C. “Hewn” Oak Shelving Unit
Located in London, GB
A wonderfully simple hewn oak shelving unit/cupboard.
Originating from the mountains of Central Europe the unit is constructed entirely of thick hand cut pieces of oak with a hinged...
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1860s Romanian Antique Folk Art Cabinets
Materials
Oak
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 Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Late 18th Century Painted Folk Art Cabinet
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
A late 18th century original painted folk-art cabinet from Southern Germany/Austria.
An authentic piece of furniture with exceptionally beautiful patina. The original painting is al...
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Late 18th Century German Antique Folk Art Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Original Hand Painted Small Cabinet, Austria circa 1800-20
Located in Round Top, TX
The colorful painted finish is all original on this delightful small cabinet from Austria resting on tapered feet.
Tones of orange, red, brown, yellow, ocher and green are all blend...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Folk Art Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Paint
Folk Art cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique folk art cabinets for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage 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, pine and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Folk Art 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 cabinets, popular names associated with this style include 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 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 $4,022.