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For centuries, artisans across the globe have been creating folk art. Characterized by a cultural or community-based focus, this artistic genre encompasses all sorts of styles, mediums, and techniques. To celebrate the enduring art form, we’ve crafted a collection of our favorite folk art-inspired gifts from contemporary artists around the world.
Featuring presents inspired by countries from Uzbekistan to the United States, these goodies will take you on a whimsical tour around the world. Foxy nesting dolls, colorful woven vases, and a “quilted” phone case are just some of the handpicked treasures you’ll find in this fun and folksy list.
Turn any occasion into a cultural celebration with these folk art gifts.
Honor crafts from around the world with these contemporary folk art creations.
Foxy Russian Nesting Dolls
Fortmoon | $29
American Folk “Heart” Card
JadeFisher | $3.97
Mediterranean Tile Necklace
BylaIca | $23.42
Chinese Kites Giclée Print
beccastadtlander | $30+
Woven African Vases
GoneRuralUK | $46.29
Mexican Papel Picado
iinviteyou | $12+
Americana Quilt Phone Case
predesign | $28.79
Modern Japanese Kokeshi
Sketch.Inc | $44
Uzbek-Inspired Tea Towel
MirDinara | $24+
Peruvian Llama Doll
Kiriki Press | $16.25
Dutch-Inspired Embroidery Kit
Cozyblue Handmade | $20.50
Mexican Mug Set
Mexicanponyshop | $77.31
Spanish Tile Linocut Card
ManoConOjo | $4.50
Incan Pattern Print
Anna Lemos | $40.99
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