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Early 20th Century Folk Art Figure

1900 - 1920
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Figure of a swimmer

A very unusual early 20th Century American folk-art figure of a lady in a bikini. Carved from a single piece of wood showing natural wood grain detail. A highly sculptural form with naïve yet well-proportioned features as shown.

Size in inches approx.: H 22” x W 9” x D 5”

Origin: America

Date: 1910 -1930

Material: Wood

Condition: Fair

This item is aged naturally, a deep patination across all its surface as shown, without breaks, cracks, or loss. The detail to the hands, feet and face is worn as you may expect from an item of this age.

We strongly suggest reviewing all the photos provided as part of this advert and propose questions where sections are unclear to avoid disappointment upon purchase. A direct message usually takes 24 hours to answer.

For multiple years we have sold antique items globally, please expect our items to show relevant age and natural wear, Items are only restored due to breaks and major loss, and we always stipulate this in our condition report.

Physical Dimensions
Height
55.9cm (22.01")
Width
22.9cm (9.02")
Depth
12.7cm (5.00")
Declaration

The House of Antiques has dated this Carved Wooden Folk Figure to the 1920s.

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SA1034502
Dealers Internal Reference
The swimmer
Description
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Figure of a swimmer

A very unusual early 20th Century American folk-art figure of a lady in a bikini. Carved from a single piece of wood showing natural wood grain detail. A highly sculptural form with naïve yet well-proportioned features as shown.

fig 1. A hand-carved wooden folk art figure of a human form depicted in a walking posture with visible wood grain.
fig 1. Early 20th Century Folk Art Figure

Size in inches approx.: H 22” x W 9” x D 5”

Origin: America

Date: 1910 -1930

Material: Wood

Condition: Fair

“
This item is aged naturally, a deep patination across all its surface as shown, without breaks, cracks, or loss.
The House of Antiques

The detail to the hands, feet and face is worn as you may expect from an item of this age.

fig 2. A hand-carved wooden folk art figure of a human form depicted in a walking posture with visible wood grain.
fig 2. Early 20th Century Folk Art Figure

We strongly suggest reviewing all the photos provided as part of this advert and propose questions where sections are unclear to avoid disappointment upon purchase. A direct message usually takes 24 hours to answer.

fig 3. A hand-carved wooden folk art figure of a human form depicted in a walking posture with visible wood grain.
fig 3. Early 20th Century Folk Art Figure

For multiple years we have sold antique items globally, please expect our items to show relevant age and natural wear, Items are only restored due to breaks and major loss, and we always stipulate this in our condition report.

Height
55.9cm (22.01")
Width
22.9cm (9.02")
Depth
12.7cm (5.00")
Date of Manufacture

The House of Antiques has dated this Carved Wooden Folk Figure to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1034502
Dealers Internal Ref
The swimmer
The House of Antiques
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Archive I A hand-carved wooden folk art figure of a human form depicted in a walking posture with visible wood grain.

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A hand-carved wooden folk art figure of a human form depicted in a walking posture with visible wood grain.
Early 20th Century Folk Art Figure
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  • ObjectSculptures
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleFolk Art
  • MaterialCarved Wood
  • ColourMedium Brown
  • MotifsHand-carved facial features, Textured timber grain, Standing walking pose
  • SizeH 55.9 cm (22 in) x W 22.9 cm (9 in) x D 12.7 cm (5 in)

This early 20th century American folk art figure is sculpted from a single piece of medium brown wood with a natural, visible timber grain. The hand-carved sculpture depicts a human form in a standing, walking pose with naive facial features, distinct fingers on the hands, and rounded ankle bulges above the feet. Natural aging appears as a deep patination across the entire surface, including wear to the detailed hands, feet, and face, while the structure remains without breaks, cracks, or loss. The piece measures 55.9 cm high, 22.9 cm wide, and 12.7 cm deep. Position this sculpture atop a sideboard in a living room, hallway, or study to display its distinctive silhouette. The tactile wooden texture and organic form integrate well into eclectic, maximalist, or traditional interior schemes as a standalone decorative accent.

FAQs

Folk art carving during the early 20th century involved self-taught artisans crafting figurative sculptures using locally sourced timber and basic hand tools. These pieces reflected regional storytelling, personal expression, and non-academic sculpting traditions.

Artisans typically used solid hardwoods or softwoods such as pine, oak, walnut, or fruitwood. The timber was worked with chisels, gouges, and pocket knives, often finished with natural waxes, oils, or left unpainted to highlight the grain.

Authentic pieces exhibit natural age oxidation within the carved crevices, genuine hand-tool marks, uneven surface wear, and a natural patina achieved through decades of handling and environmental exposure.

Place the sculpture on a sideboard, bookshelf, or mantelpiece to create a focal point. Combining carved wood figures with modern minimalist furniture provides visual contrast and adds organic texture to the room.

Dust regularly using a soft, dry lint-free cloth or soft-bristled brush. Keep the sculpture away from direct heat sources and humid environments to prevent the timber from warping or splitting, applying clear microcrystalline wax sparingly if needed.
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