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Folk Art ‘Ball in Cage’ Hand Carved Whimsy
Folk Art whimsy ‘ball in cage’ sculpture whittled from one continuous piece of wood, circa 1910-1920. The carved supports holding the ball in place lack symmetry and refinement, enhancing the crude / outsider style of the work.
Appealing decorative object with only minor wear consistent with age.
H 8.75″ x W 1.75″ x D 1.75″
Folk Art ‘Kulin Cutlery’ Trade Sign
Early to mid-20th century hand-carved and painted ‘knife’ trade sign (circa 1960s-1970s) representing ‘Kulin Cutlery.’ Measures: 45″ L (ink pen in the second photo is used to illustrate scale). Light wear / patina to the front (scratches, general wear, minor loss to the underside) and heavier wear (mostly grime / soiling from being hung) to the reverse side. Retains the original paint.
The height of the blade alone: 3.75″
The height when wall-mounted including wire: 13″.
H 13″ x W 45″ x D 1.5″
Folk Art Amish Farm Scene by Dolores Hackenberger
Folk Art painter, Dolores Hackenberger (American, b. 1930 – ) was fondly referred to as “the Pennsylvania Dutch Country Grandma Moses.” In her many decades living among the Amish in Southeastern Pennsylvania, she paid tribute to her neighbors and the Amish culture at large by painting portraits depicting their daily life and traditions.
This oil on canvas (ca. 1970s) is a charming depiction of a pastoral scene with children playing. Masterful work of folk art, rich in both color and spirit.
Signed “Dolores Hackenberger” to bottom right.
Small size –
Unframed: H: 6″ x L: 11.88″
Framed: H: 8.5″ L: 14.63″ x D: 0.88″.
Folk Art Amish Farmstead Scene by Dolores Hackenberger
Folk Art painter, Dolores Hackenberger (American, b.1930 – ) was fondly referred to as “the Pennsylvania Dutch Country Grandma Moses.”
In her many decades living among the Amish in Southeastern Pennsylvania, she paid tribute to her neighbors and the Amish culture at large by painting portraits depicting their daily life and traditions.
This oil on canvas titled “Amish Farm” (Lancaster, PA, 1976) is a charming depiction of a pastoral / farmstead scene peppered with farm animals and Amish farmers working the land. Masterful work of folk art, rich in both color and spirit.
Signed “Dolores Hackenberger” to bottom right and titled / dated in verso.
Measures: Framed: H: 13.25″ L: 23.5″ x D: 0.75″.
Folk Art Carved Wood and Bottlecap Snake after Felipe Archuleta
This Felipe Archuleta-style folk art snake is comprised of bottlecaps, a carved wood head and rattle, wire and adhesive. The piece is not painted; the artist employed caps in lime green, orange and blue (among others) to give the body a natural brightness. There is nice carved detail to the wood on both ends.
Folk Art Hand Carved ‘Castle’ Corner Shelf
Charming Folk Art oak corner shelf with castle motif (circa early 20th Century, USA). Two-tier: a small triangular top and wider lower surface. Minor paint loss consistent with age present. Overall, in fine vintage condition with lovely, natural patina.
7.5ʺW × 5ʺD × 12ʺH
Folk Art Hand Carved ‘Squirrel’ Corner Shelf
Charming Folk Art oak corner shelf with dual carved and hand painted ‘squirrel with acorn’ decoration (circa early 20th Century, USA). Two-tier: a small triangular top and wider lower surface. Crazing / paint loss consistent with age present. Overall, in fine vintage condition with lovely, natural patina.
H: 16.5″ x W: 11.25″ x D: 8″
Folk Art Hand Carved Wooden Whimsy Chain
Fantastic, whimsical 1960s folk art chain whittled from one continuous piece of wood. Nice patina; shows well as a rustic, table-top decorative object.
23ʺW × 2.75ʺD × 1.25ʺH
Folk Art Hand-Carved and Painted “Man” Figure
Charming folk art hand-carved and painted figure depicting a man with his hands in his pockets donning what appears to be a newsboy cap (ca. early 20th Century, USA).
Attractive colors employed, which were applied unevenly to the figure, nicely complementing the Naïve, unrefined style.
Rich patina / light wear consistent with age.
Dimensions
Height: 9.75 in. (24.77 cm)
Width: 3.25 in. (8.26 cm)
Depth: 2.75 in.
Folk Art Painted Metal Floral Decorative Tray by Maxey
Large Pennsylvania Dutch Folk Art metal tray with daisy motif (ca. 1970s, Pennsylvania, USA). Heavy patina and rust from age. Lovely decorative piece with attractive colors and appealing design.
16ʺW × 16ʺD × 0.75ʺH
Folk Art Performers Prop Trunk
Folk Art metal box with hand-hammered and applied red and black cut-out decoration secured by nailhead trim. All mechanisms are intact, and box opens easily by releasing three latches. Part of the interior lining is missing and one piece is separating. However, this does not effect the functionality. Nice age / patina and minor loss, as indicated in the images.
H: 14.25″ x W: 17.75″ x D: 17.75″ When lid is open, the depth is: 35.25″.
Folk Art Sail Boat Tabletop Display Shelf
Folk Art Sail Boat Curio Shelf with original ‘rust’ paint. Nice whimsical, nautical piece with three tiers for display. Spot of loss at the tip and the back rail (not visible from the front) along with general wear commensurate with age and use.
W: 19.0ʺ × D: 3.75ʺ × H: 26.1″