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Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage 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
Recognized Seller Listings
Rare Early 19th Century Swedish Provincial Wall Cupboard
Located in Mjöhult, SE
Rare and unusually small early 19th century provincial wall cupboard in Its original finish. ca 1800 Sweden.
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Rare Early 19th Century Swedish Provincial Wall Cupboard
Rare Early 19th Century Swedish Provincial Wall Cupboard

Rare Early 19th Century Swedish Provincial Wall Cupboard

American Folk Art Red Painted Hanging Wall-Mounted Shelf, 19th century
Located in Shippensburg, PA
AMERICAN RED-PAINTED HANGING WALL SHELF Probably Pennsylvania circa the first half of the 19th century Item # 310ZPI05Q A compelling and most useful open bookcase, the simple and a...
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19th Century American Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Paint

American Folk Art Red Painted Hanging Wall-Mounted Shelf, 19th century
American Folk Art Red Painted Hanging Wall-Mounted Shelf, 19th century

American Folk Art Red Painted Hanging Wall-Mounted Shelf, 19th century

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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

19th Century English Carved Oak Cabinet
19th Century English Carved Oak Cabinet

19th Century English Carved Oak Cabinet

Tramp Art Secretary Desk of Diminutive Size
Located in Downingtown, PA
Tramp Art Secretary Desk of Diminutive Size, late-19th century. The secretary desk is black over red with thumb-nail moldings. The top with dra...
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Tramp Art Secretary Desk of Diminutive Size
Tramp Art Secretary Desk of Diminutive Size

Tramp Art Secretary Desk of Diminutive Size

Scandinavian Blue Marriage Chest
Located in Greenwich, CT
Wonderful 19th Century Scandinavian blue painted marriage chest, with the owner's initials and dated 1874, the domed top with cleated ends, the ...
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1870s Scandinavian Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Birch, Pine

Scandinavian Blue Marriage Chest
Scandinavian Blue Marriage Chest

Scandinavian Blue Marriage Chest

Swedish Gustavian Dowry Chest with Exceptional Interior Painting, Dated 1782
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional Swedish Gustavian dowry chest with original paint on the interior and exterior. The interior painting depicts a marriage scene and...
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18th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Iron

Swedish Gustavian Dowry Chest with Exceptional Interior Painting, Dated 1782
Swedish Gustavian Dowry Chest with Exceptional Interior Painting, Dated 1782

Swedish Gustavian Dowry Chest with Exceptional Interior Painting, Dated 1782

Georgian Palladian Corner Cupboard
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine George II hanging corner cupboard with great architectural details, the pedimented top with keystone arch over two panel door flanked by fluted pilasters, the interior with love...
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Mid-18th Century English Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Georgian Palladian Corner Cupboard
Georgian Palladian Corner Cupboard

Georgian Palladian Corner Cupboard

Rare and Vibrant Painted Blanket Chest
Located in West Chester, PA
A rare and bright blanket chest in brilliant reds contrasted with blacks. The decoration is nicely painted with urns and flowers flanked by pillars and hearts on the corners. There i...
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1780s American Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Rare and Vibrant Painted Blanket Chest
Rare and Vibrant Painted Blanket Chest

Rare and Vibrant Painted Blanket Chest

Swedish Craft, Bookcase, Pine, Nails, 19th Century Sweden
Located in High Point, NC
An antique shelf or bookcase / apothecary cabinet. Produced in Sweden 19th century. Likely originally placed atop another cabinet.
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19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Swedish Craft, Bookcase, Pine, Nails, 19th Century Sweden
Swedish Craft, Bookcase, Pine, Nails, 19th Century Sweden

Swedish Craft, Bookcase, Pine, Nails, 19th Century Sweden

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Early 19th Century Hand Painted Swedish Cupboard
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 19th century hand painted Swedish cupboard circa 1812. Fine quality example of Swedish hand painted folk art in the form of a cupboard. Painted in a tonal brown wash with ragwork elements and hand painted florals and designs to all surfaces on the front.   Piece comprises of 2 parts, the main body and the cornice that is removable.  Dated 1812 as hand painted on the architectural cornice. Double doors are on lift off hinges and open reveal an interior of 3 fixed shelves, one of which has been replaced in later pine, below this are 2 drawers to the bottom which partially conceal themselves behind the doors and can only be opened when the main doors are opened.  Working key and latch. Ideal for use as a kitchen or hallway cupboard...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Early 19th Century Hand Painted Swedish Cupboard
Early 19th Century Hand Painted Swedish Cupboard

Early 19th Century Hand Painted Swedish Cupboard

H 77 in W 51 in D 19.5 in
Early 19th Century Mahogany Small Cupboard
Located in Brecht, BE
Unusual and quirky small sunkissed mahogany cupboard, made by cabinetmakers Spillman and Co from London, Britain at its best. Ideal as bedside table or cabinet. Great color !
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Early 19th Century British Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Early 19th Century Mahogany Small Cupboard
Early 19th Century Mahogany Small Cupboard

Early 19th Century Mahogany Small Cupboard

H 27.56 in W 24.41 in D 18.51 in
19th Century Mahogany Turned Standing Shelf
Located in High Point, NC
19th Century English standing shelf made from mahogany. It has lovely hand turned finials and shelf supports in a bobbin pattern, and is resting on love...
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19th Century English Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

19th Century Mahogany Turned Standing Shelf
19th Century Mahogany Turned Standing Shelf

19th Century Mahogany Turned Standing Shelf

H 42.25 in W 39.25 in D 8.38 in
19th English Bamboo Book Shelf
Located in Nashville, TN
This 19th Century English bamboo book case is a lovely find. The shading of this item makes it particularly appealing and easy to mix alongside other ...
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1980s English Vintage Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Bamboo

19th English Bamboo Book Shelf
19th English Bamboo Book Shelf

19th English Bamboo Book Shelf

H 37 in W 28.5 in D 14.5 in
Amazing English Victorian Cabinet 19th Century
By English School
Located in Madrid, ES
Victorian cabinet English, 19th century in mahogany wood. Lower body with one drawer and two doors. Upper body with mirror, two glass doors, in...
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19th Century English Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Amazing English Victorian Cabinet 19th Century
Amazing English Victorian Cabinet 19th Century

Amazing English Victorian Cabinet 19th Century

H 271 in W 230 in D 70 in
19th Century Style Painted Open Bookcase
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Unusual 19th century style painted open bookcase. Dimensions: 88 inches (224 cms) wide 15 inches (38 cms) deep 86.5 inches (220 cms) high.  
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21st Century and Contemporary English Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

19th Century Style Painted Open Bookcase
19th Century Style Painted Open Bookcase

19th Century Style Painted Open Bookcase

H 86.5 in W 88 in D 15 in
Monumental 19th Century French Blue Painted Bookcase
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1860 Monumental 19thC French Blue Painted Bookcase Sourced from the South of France sku 1416 W340 x D38 x H253 cm Base W321 x D38 x H94 cm Top W340 x D32 x H159 cm.
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19th Century Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Fruitwood

Monumental 19th Century French Blue Painted Bookcase
Monumental 19th Century French Blue Painted Bookcase

Monumental 19th Century French Blue Painted Bookcase

H 99.61 in W 133.86 in D 14.97 in
Mid 18th Century Floral Painted Blanket Chest
Located in Albignasego, IT
Tyrolean painted chest H. 81 – W. 147 – P. 69 Ancient Tyrolean chest, entirely built in fir wood. The surface has been decorated with a dark brown background color, semi-covering, ...
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Mid-18th Century Austrian Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Fir

Mid 18th Century Floral Painted Blanket Chest
Mid 18th Century Floral Painted Blanket Chest

Mid 18th Century Floral Painted Blanket Chest

H 27.17 in W 57.09 in D 31.89 in
Antique Oak Secretary Desk, Belgium, circa 1920
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique secretary from the beginning of the 20th century. Made of oak wood. Very good condition. Dimensions: height 107 cm / width 100 cm / depth 47 cm.  
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1920s Belgian Vintage Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

Antique Oak Secretary Desk, Belgium, circa 1920
Antique Oak Secretary Desk, Belgium, circa 1920

Antique Oak Secretary Desk, Belgium, circa 1920

H 42.13 in W 39.38 in D 18.51 in
Late 18th Century Italian Light Blue Chest
Located in Albignasego, IT
Italian Light Blue Chest H. 38cm - W. 84cm - D. 44cm Chest painted in light blue, in fir wood, small in size, with "onion" legs. Internally there is a sma...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Fir

Late 18th Century Italian Light Blue Chest
Late 18th Century Italian Light Blue Chest

Late 18th Century Italian Light Blue Chest

H 14.97 in W 33.08 in D 17.33 in
Teak Secretary Desk, Danish Design, 1960s, Renovated
Located in Chorzów, PL
Teak writing desk, Danish design, Very good condition, after professional renovation. Wood: Teak Dimensions: Height 95 cm, width 89 cm, depth 42 cm.
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1960s Danish Vintage Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Teak

Teak Secretary Desk, Danish Design, 1960s, Renovated
Teak Secretary Desk, Danish Design, 1960s, Renovated

Teak Secretary Desk, Danish Design, 1960s, Renovated

H 37.41 in W 35.04 in D 16.54 in
Antique Diminutive Renaissance Revival Walnut & Burl Cylinder Secretary, c1880
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Renaissance Revival diminutive cylinder desk offers walnut and burl construction with upper case having carved cartouche over double glass door bookcase...
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Late 19th Century European Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut, Glass

Antique Diminutive Renaissance Revival Walnut & Burl Cylinder Secretary, c1880
Antique Diminutive Renaissance Revival Walnut & Burl Cylinder Secretary, c1880

Antique Diminutive Renaissance Revival Walnut & Burl Cylinder Secretary, c1880

H 94 in W 33 in D 23.25 in
Previously Available Items
Tramp Art Chest, France circa 1900
Located in Culver City, CA
Tramp Art Chest France circa 1900 Chest of drawers with extensive finite detailing, glass knobs, and mirror on drawers. Measures 43.25”L x 19.5”d x ...
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Early 20th Century French Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Mirror, Wood

Tramp Art Chest, France circa 1900
Tramp Art Chest, France circa 1900

Tramp Art Chest, France circa 1900

H 38.25 in W 43.25 in D 19.5 in
Swedish Craft, Bookcase, Pine, Nails, 19th Century Sweden
Located in High Point, NC
An antique shelf or bookcase / apothecary cabinet. Produced in Sweden 19th century. Likely originally placed atop another cabinet.
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19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Pine

Swedish Craft, Bookcase, Pine, Nails, 19th Century Sweden
Swedish Craft, Bookcase, Pine, Nails, 19th Century Sweden

Swedish Craft, Bookcase, Pine, Nails, 19th Century Sweden

H 31.11 in W 73.82 in D 11.42 in
19th Century Swedish Folk Art Wall Cabinet
Located in Mjöhult, SE
Vernacular 19th century Swedish hand painted folk art wall cabinet in it's original finish, dated 1823.
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19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

19th Century Swedish Folk Art Wall Cabinet
19th Century Swedish Folk Art Wall Cabinet

19th Century Swedish Folk Art Wall Cabinet

H 20.08 in W 19.3 in D 9.45 in
19th Century Swedish Chest
Located in Mjöhult, SE
Honest 19th century provincial chest in a rich original colour and great patination, ca 1890 Sweden.
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Late 19th Century European Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

19th Century Swedish Chest
19th Century Swedish Chest

19th Century Swedish Chest

H 12.8 in W 30.71 in D 12.41 in
Sideboard Swedish Folk Art Floral Painting 19th Century Sweden
Located in New York, NY
Sideboard Swedish Folk Art floral painting 19th century Sweden. A stunning sideboard made during the 19th Century in Sweden. Original flower details on...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Sideboard Swedish Folk Art Floral Painting 19th Century Sweden
Sideboard Swedish Folk Art Floral Painting 19th Century Sweden

Sideboard Swedish Folk Art Floral Painting 19th Century Sweden

H 31 in W 77 in D 27 in
Chest Blanket Swedish 19th Century Floral Decor Sweden
Located in New York, NY
Chest blanket Swedish 19th century floral decor Sweden. A blanket chest made during the in Sweden. Decorated with floral paintings. Flat lid. Iron hardware.  
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19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Chest Blanket Swedish 19th Century Floral Decor Sweden
Chest Blanket Swedish 19th Century Floral Decor Sweden

Chest Blanket Swedish 19th Century Floral Decor Sweden

H 29.5 in W 54 in L 29.5 in
Delightful 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Dresser
Located in Mjöhult, SE
Delightful 19th century Swedish Folk Art dresser in its original faux wood painted finish with a great patinated surface. The dresser has four plate racks and two cupboard doors cont...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Delightful 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Dresser
Delightful 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Dresser

Delightful 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Dresser

H 79.93 in W 44.49 in D 16.93 in
American Painted Apothecary Cabinet, New England, Early 19th Century
Located in Downingtown, PA
American painted apothecary cabinet, New England, Early19th century, The upright blue dovetail-constructed case has twenty-four drawers with blue scrolls and lettered in yellow...
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Early 19th Century American Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

American Painted Apothecary Cabinet, New England, Early 19th Century
American Painted Apothecary Cabinet, New England, Early 19th Century

American Painted Apothecary Cabinet, New England, Early 19th Century

H 48.5 in W 36.75 in L 48.5 in
Antique American Blanket Chest Flame Painted, Pennsylvania, circa 1830-1850
Located in Shippensburg, PA
This is a very fine and remarkably well preserved American blanket chest with a delightful flame painted original surface, the whole executed very skilfully to imitate match booked m...
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19th Century American Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Antique American Blanket Chest Flame Painted, Pennsylvania, circa 1830-1850
Antique American Blanket Chest Flame Painted, Pennsylvania, circa 1830-1850

Antique American Blanket Chest Flame Painted, Pennsylvania, circa 1830-1850

H 25.25 in W 47 in D 22.07 in
Chest of Drawers Swedish, 19th Century Black Sweden
Located in New York, NY
A chest of drawers made during the late 19th century in Sweden. Painted in our Laserow Black. Updated hardware.   
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Chest of Drawers Swedish, 19th Century Black Sweden
Chest of Drawers Swedish, 19th Century Black Sweden

Chest of Drawers Swedish, 19th Century Black Sweden

H 37.5 in W 35 in D 19 in
19th Century Dalarna Corner Cabinet, Sweden, Inscribed and Dated, Anno 1830
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional 19th century Swedish Dalarna Allmoge corner cabinet painted with Kurbits / Rosemaling with center door, Dalarna, Sweden, inscribed and date...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Paint

19th Century Dalarna Corner Cabinet, Sweden, Inscribed and Dated, Anno 1830
19th Century Dalarna Corner Cabinet, Sweden, Inscribed and Dated, Anno 1830

19th Century Dalarna Corner Cabinet, Sweden, Inscribed and Dated, Anno 1830

H 35.83 in W 28.35 in L 35.83 in
Rare Swedish Kistbord Med Dörr, 18th Century Sideboard, Inscribed and Dated 1786
Located in New York, NY
Rare 18th century Swedish sideboard with center door, kistbord med dörr, inscribed and dated: M.O.S / B.H.D. / Anno 1786, original paint, origin: Skåne, Sweden. Rarely seen for sale...
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18th Century Swedish Antique Folk Art Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Ash, Paint

Rare Swedish Kistbord Med Dörr, 18th Century Sideboard, Inscribed and Dated 1786
Rare Swedish Kistbord Med Dörr, 18th Century Sideboard, Inscribed and Dated 1786

Rare Swedish Kistbord Med Dörr, 18th Century Sideboard, Inscribed and Dated 1786

H 29.53 in W 74.41 in D 27.56 in

Folk Art case pieces and storage cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique folk art case pieces and storage cabinets for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage case pieces and storage 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, softwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Folk Art case pieces and storage 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 case pieces and storage cabinets, popular names associated with this style include Ira Yeager, Robert Thompson, 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 case pieces and storage 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 $3,450.

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