Judith Godwin
Mid-20th Century American Expressionist Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
People Also Browsed
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood, Fabric
Late 20th Century Folk Art Toys
Iron
1990s American French Provincial Beds and Bed Frames
Silk, Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Foam, Walnut
Vintage 1940s American Expressionist Paintings
Board
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Canvas
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Bronze
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Fabric, Foam, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Bronze
20th Century English Regency Revival Daybeds
Wood
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Canvas, Paint
Vintage 1960s American Expressionist Sculptures and Carvings
Gold Leaf, Iron
Vintage 1960s American Post-Modern Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Paintings and Screens
Paper
Late 20th Century American Modern Paintings and Screens
Paper
Mid-20th Century Modern Paintings
Paint
Finding the Right Folk Art for You
Folk art refers to a genre of art that shares the creator’s traditions, offering not just an artistic display but an opportunity to learn about a culture. Vintage, new and antique folk art typically reflects a heritage or location. It can include utilitarian objects and handmade art as diverse as weather vanes, portraiture and paintings, carnival art, quilts and duck decoys.
American folk art is frequently valued because of the traditional 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. Native American folk art includes functional objects reflecting their heritage, such as baskets, textiles and wooden pieces.
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 folk art on 1stDibs.