Tramp art, characterized by intricate designs and rudimentary craftsmanship, is being embraced in modern interior design. Sean Anderson works with local artisans to create unique cabinetry influenced by tramp art. John Ollman, a collector for over 40 years, emphasizes the importance of layered craftsmanship in determining the value of pieces. Kacey Musgraves showcases tramp art in her Nashville home, while Ago Interiors highlights its charm in a California living room. The trend signals a shift towards appreciating hand-made crafts in an increasingly digital world.
"I love the notion of creating something from nothing," says the designer, who began collecting the pieces himself after Barbara Adkins, owner of Black Sheep Antiques, piqued his interest in the medium.
"It's gone in and out of style, but I've been collecting it for 40-some years," explains John Ollman, a longtime dealer of the typology, whose first acquisition resembled an ancient temple or a European reliquary vessel with many layers of chip carving.
"Tramp art is inherently humble yet still special," explains Ago cofounder Rodman Primack. "I love that all those little zig zags-which are actually notched carvings-are made of discarded stuff like fruit crates."
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