Folk Art
An important part of America's artistic heritage is the art produced by artisans outside of the formal art world. The best of their work displays both outstanding artistry and a wonderful freedom of style that fits easily into any home and collection.
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| Marvelous patriotic felt pennant with silk flag, "USA World War Service", c. 1920s. Very long (64") and extremely graphic. Part of a large collection of patriotic pennants--contact us for further information on others available. $895 (FA TDF/7) Inquire/Order | Painted wood and metal model of a Fred Harvey Company Harveycar, c. 1920s. The Harveycar brought tourists to the Pueblos and other attractions in the Southwest, and were instrumental in the Harvey Company's efforts to popularize the American West. Comes with an advertising image of the time showing a Harveycar in use. 7 7/8" long. $250 (FA 3123) Inquire/Order | Centennial parade sash, c. 1876. Made from three colors of velvet, with silver braid edging, a silk ribbon rosette and stars made from metallic sequins. Excellent condition. 40" long. SOLD (FA 3171) Inquire/Order |
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| Our stuffed penguin brothers, made circa 1930s. Heavy painted canvas with wooden feet and button eyes--just wonderful pieces of folk art. Originally found in Colorado. This is the larger one--he is 19" tall. $895 (FA 3178) Inquire/Order | And here is the smaller of the penguin brothers. Both penguins are absolutely wonderful in person, far better than they photograph. 12 1/2" high. $695 (FA 3179) Inquire/Order | Painted metal spinning shooting target by the Biddle Company, c. 1940. Complete with original box--never used. $295 (FA 3069) Inquire/Order |
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| Very nice carved and painted bas-relief folk art panel depicting a horse, c. 1880-1900. Made from a piece of hand-planed wood. Found in New England. 10 1/4" x 10". SOLD (FA 3161) Inquire/Order | A felt pennant with sewn letters and a silk flag, "United States", c. 1920s. 38" long. SOLD (FA 3157) Inquire/Order | A very fine and interesting folk art piece from Tonawonda, New York, c. 1900. A deer, a fox, a giant crane with a fish and two smaller birds all carved from wood and painted, then placed in a bountiful spray of wooden flowers, many of which are mounted on wires. The overall effect is stunning, and the condition of the piece is excellent. 11" wide, comes mounted on a modern black base. For more information or photos, please call. SOLD (FA 3121) Inquire/Order |
