Rustic Building and Garden Elements
RUSTIC STYLE
For some, the phrase “rustic style” suggests a house like “La Pitchoune,” the late chef Julia Child’s cottage in Provence, with its exposed wooden beams and well-worn antique furniture. For others, rustic furnishings and decor prompt images of a place like the Lake Placid Lodge in Upstate New York, with its stone fireplaces and knotty pine paneling. Indeed, rustic furniture design takes many forms: twig furniture, a plank trestle table, a hand-stitched quilt, a chandelier made of deer antlers.
The rustic style originated in the late 1800s in England, where it was heavily influenced by Romanticism. By the 20th century, it had spread to the United States, adopted by wealthy New Yorkers and the National Park Service alike. Although there are many categories of rustic furniture, one of the most popular and familiar manifestations of the style is Adirondack furniture and the low-slung 1903 Thomas Lee Adirondack chair.
Rustic design is perhaps mostly about texture and humble materials: hand-hewn reclaimed wood, woven rush seating, wrought iron, coarse stone and weathered metal. As a decor, it exudes warmth and honesty, while a single piece of countrified design adds an intriguing visual counterpoint in a sleek, modern environment.
Easily identifiable by its rough textures, earthy colors and natural materials, rustic wares help bring the beauty of the outdoors inside.
As you can see on 1stDibs, vintage rustic chairs, dining tables and other pieces of rustic furniture offer endless inspiration.
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Style: Rustic
Rustic Organic Elm Wood Coffee Table
Located in Sheffield, MA
The rustic almost square country style Asian elm wood coffee table has rounded legs and stretchers with solid pegged construction. The plank top is secured by breadboard ends. The ru...
Category
Early 20th Century Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Elm
19th-Century Rustic Tuscan Window in Solid Wood Original Wrought Iron Hardware
Located in Firenze, IT
Authentic 19th-century Tuscan window in solid chestnut with original wrought iron fittings. A rare architectural salvage piece, ideal as a mirror, wall décor, or bespoke cabinet door...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Driftwood Table/Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Impressive all teak wood desk or table. Solid driftwood top and three sturdy legs. Great for indoor or outdoor use.
(Please confirm item location - NY or NJ - with dealer)
Category
20th Century Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Driftwood
Beautiful antique reclaimed old limestone wall fountain - Tuscan - Mediterranean
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
This beautiful antique 19th century limestone wall fountain is a great addition to any Mediterranean, Tuscan, rustic, or other custom style home. The naturally aged color and distres...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
English Oak and Brass Bucket with Curved Rim, 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
This English oak and brass bucket from the 19th century combines practical construction with sculptural form. Built from vertical oak staves in the traditional coopered manner, the b...
Category
19th Century English Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
French 19th Century Hand-Chiseled Stone Mortar
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A French 19th century stone mortar once used to grind herbs, grains, and spices. The vessel is hand-chiseled from one piece of stone shaped with four lobes as handles, making it (a l...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone
Large Sculptural African Dogan Ladder
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Impressive vintage carved wood architectural ladder carved by Dogan people to access their dwellings. Mounted on a 12 x 15 base, the ladder is now a sculptural piece of African art.
Category
1950s Sahrawi Vintage Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Old Stone Fountain - Limestone Pool Fountain - Antique Garden Fountain - octagon
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
This old French Limestone fountain was hand carved in the mid 17th century and installed in a French countryside home. The piece has been well preserved throughout the years and was ...
Category
Mid-17th Century French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
Old Stone Fountain - Limestone Pool Fountain - Antique Garden Fountain
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
This old French Limestone fountain was hand carved in the mid 17th century and installed in a French countryside home. The piece has been well preserved throughout the years and was ...
Category
1650s French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
Traditional Spanish Vintage Bronze Pot, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Vintage bronze pot. By Barberí foundry in Olot, Spain circa 1950. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. Materia...
Category
1950s Spanish Vintage Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
Cast Iron Pot or Cauldron on Three Lets with Handle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A heavy, 20 Pound, cast iron Cauldron with fitted lid, on three feet with a handle.
The piece is great for a fireplace decorative item, and is the iconic Halloween Cauldron. A compliment to many spaces, including a cabin, Rustic appeal fireplace or Ralph Lauren style space.
We have found the price...
Category
Early 20th Century Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal, Iron
19th Century French White and Yellow Terracotta and Brass Wood Burning Stove
Located in Dallas, TX
This tall, antique stove was created in Lyon, France, circa 1870. Sited on bun feet and built in four separate sections, this colorful ceramic piece has...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Rustic Pine Beam Bench Pine and Corten Steel Base by Alabama Sawyer 4
Located in Birmingham, AL
Our beam bench utilizes salvaged local pine logs for a rustic bench for indoors or outdoors. Narrow and backless, the simple lines express the natural textu...
Category
2010s American Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Cypress Beam Bench 4
Long Solid Wood + Corten Steel by Alabama Sawyer
Located in Birmingham, AL
Our wood beam bench in cypress utilizes salvaged wood logs for a rustic seating experience. Narrow and backless, the simple lines express the natural t...
Category
2010s American Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Folky Fireplace Grate with Horseshoe Decorations
Located in New York, NY
Folky Blacksmith made fireplace log holder grate with horseshoes mounted on the front as decoration. Unique handmade item in the Rustic style.
Category
Early 20th Century American Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Old Fireplace Mantel - Antique Fireplace - Old Limestone fireplace mantle
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
This old mantel was intricately hand carved by Italian master carvers and installed on site anywhere between circa(1782-1805). It has been well preserved throughout the years. It was...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
Rustic Pine Beam Bench Pine and Corten Steel Base by Alabama Sawyer 6
Located in Birmingham, AL
Our beam bench utilizes salvaged local pine logs for a rustic bench for indoors or outdoors. Narrow and backless, the simple lines express the natural textu...
Category
2010s American Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Italian Cast Iron Garden Urn with Original Patina, Early 20th Century
Located in Palermo, PA
A pair of Italian cast iron urns with a beautiful weathered patina.
Originally painted white, traces of the old paint remain, blending with areas of natural rust that give the urns a...
Category
20th Century Italian Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
American Rustic Old Hickory Glider Loveseat
Located in Queens, NY
American Rustic Old Hickory porch glider (loveseat) with woven rectangular seat and back and suspended by chains
Category
20th Century American Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Set of Four Bronze Pots – Barberí Foundry, Olot, Spain
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of Four Bronze Pots – Barberí Foundry, Olot, Spain
This remarkable set of four bronze pots, signed by the prestigious Barberí foundry in Olot, Spain, showcases the exceptional c...
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
$2,952 Sale Price / set
77% Off
Rare Reclaimed Italian Limestone Fireplace Mantel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
This limestone mantel is one of twelve fireplace mantels that we've recently acquired from a chateau-like mansion in Italy.
All twelve rare mantels were intricately hand carved by ...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
Early 20 th Century Antique Italian Large Mirror
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Venetian very large mirror. Frame has been transformed from the early 1900s veranda window-door made by black smith. The mirror frame will be a grea...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
French Faux Bois Jardiniere
Located in Houston, TX
French Faux Bois Jardiniere.
Offered is a handsome antique French faux bois cement tree trunk jardiniere or planter. This stunning large scale planter has a drainage hole at the bott...
Category
1940s French Vintage Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cement
Hand Carved Wood / Brass North American Fireplace Bellows
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Enhance your fireplace with this elegant and functional handmade bellows, crafted in North America in the mid 20th century. This exquisite piece combines quality wood, Upholstery, br...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Antique Banded Pinned Wrought Iron Fence Divider Spirals
Located in New York, NY
Original Antique late 1800s wrought iron fence wall divider. Manufacturing with banding and pinned pieces. Features ornate curls and spirals. Some b...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Rustic Garden Table
Located in Doylestown, PA
A rustic garden table composed of reclaimed elements, the large circular top with inset iron nailheads and other iron hardware. Comes apart in 4 sections for easy moving and storage.
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Oak
$1,200 Sale Price
35% Off
18th Century French Marble Mortar
Located in Chicago, IL
An 18th-century French carved marble mortar, rich with history and softened by centuries of use, its surface worn smooth with a patina that only 250 years of culinary tradition could...
Category
18th Century French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
1940s Mexican Rustic Ranch Mesquite Window Jalisco Hacienda
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Mexican Rustic Ranch Mesquite Medium Window Jalisco Hacienda 1940s
39.5 tall x 26.75w x 4d / Inside 34 x 12.75 inches
In unrestored original vintage rustic condition.
Review the images.
Category
1940s Mexican Vintage Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Old Fireplace Mantel - Antique Fireplace - Old Limestone fireplace mantle
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
This old mantel was intricately hand carved by Italian master carvers and installed on site anywhere between circa(1782-1805). It has been well preserved throughout the years. It was...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
Large French Majolica Palissy Jardiniere Circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica Palissy jardinière with leaves and branches, circa 1880.
Category
1880s French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
Early 20th century metal seed bulb rack for gardening
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 20th century metal seed bulb rack for gardening circa 1930.
Here we have a very useful item for the garden. 6 tier stand for drying bulbs, storing potted plants on. Pierced me...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Vintage Boho Patinated Cast Cement Fountain
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This imposing garden fountain presents a classical female figure, perhaps Hebe or a water nymph, captured in graceful contrapposto and draped in classical attire. Crafted from substa...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Pair of mid 20th century woven plant stands
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of mid 20th century woven plant stands circa 1950.
Good quality pair of swedish made woven cane plant stands.
Made using traditional techniques of weaving between wooden pegs ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cane, Wood
$1,302 / set
Pair of Massive Antique Arch Form Doors
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A pair of antique doors with arched and paneled design with remnants of old green and other encrusted paint. The doors do have some old hinges an...
Category
19th Century Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
$8,000 / set
1940s Rustic Primitive Farmhouse Flat-Bed Hay Bricks Block Tile Wheelbarrow
Located in Dayton, OH
1940s Flat-bed wheel barrow. Intended for bricks or hay. Features a wooden frame on wheel with metal support.
Dimensions:
61" x 25" x 31"h
Category
1940s Vintage Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Hardwood
Old Wall Fountain - Antique Fountain - Limestone fountain - Old hand carved sink
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
This is an old hand carved sink with its original antique faucet, sculpted backsplash and base. It was hand carved and installed in a French countrysid...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
Spanish Cast Iron Cauldron Kitchen Pot Ice Bucket
Located in Barcelona, ES
Cast iron cauldron with unmatching Lid from Galicia at the northern part of Spain, circa 1940s
Made in molded/cast iron, originally used for cooking...
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Spanish Rustic Workshop Wooden Pedestal Stand or Stool
Located in Barcelona, ES
Wooden Pedestal or Stool, Spain, 1930s.
Provenance: Sculptor's whorkshop / atelier.
To be used as pedestal stand as shown at the images or as footstool.
Nice addition to any industri...
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
English Turn of the Century Oak Barrel with Brass Braces, circa 1900
Located in Atlanta, GA
A rustic English turn of the century oak barrel from the early 20th century, with brass braces, and ring handles. Created in England during the Turn of the Century which saw the tran...
Category
Early 20th Century English Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Mid Century solid pine horseshoe garden table and benches
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid century solid pine horseshoe garden furniture circa 1960.
Unusual rustic Swedish garden furniture made from solid pine.
Set comprises of a table and 2 matching benches. Table ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Pine
French Vintage Outdoor Iron and Marble Table
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful French table from the late 1800s, made in France of the Rustic Chic style.
The table has a wrought iron frame painted white, has four cylindrical legs that support the top...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble, Iron
$2,390 Sale Price
20% Off
Lane Venture Black Lacquered Bamboo And Rattan Sofa
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A handsomely crafted Lane Venture sofa with a black lacquered bent rattan frame accompanied by cream and beige-brown buffalo zippered plaid cushions.
Dimensions: 74 1/2" L, 28" D, 3...
Category
20th Century Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
Vintage Concrete Flower Petal Birdbath on Fluted Pedestal
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A charming vintage molded concrete birdbath featuring a scalloped, flower-petal shaped basin supported by a classical, fluted pedestal base. The piece exhibits attractive weathering ...
Category
20th Century Unknown Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
19th Century French Marble Mortar
Located in Chicago, IL
An 18th-century French carved marble mortar, rich with history and softened by centuries of use, its surface worn smooth with a patina that only 250 years of culinary tradition could...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Portoncino da ingresso rustico in legno laccato e chiodato, italia
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Portoncino da ingresso, main door rustica in legno solido di castagno, laccato beige e chiodato con borchie tipiche, originale di Epoca '800, Retro liscio, provenienza campagna itali...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Chestnut
Antique Pairs of Tall French Painted Shutters from a Chateau in Provence
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Antique French shutters that were removed from a chateau in Provence. Great patina and fabulous original hardware (see photos). They would create a wonderful atmosphere in any setting or room, divide a room, make a wall, create a headboard, or provide an incredible pair of French door shutters...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Beautiful antique reclaimed old limestone wall fountain - Tuscan - Mediterranean
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
This beautiful antique 19th century limestone wall fountain is a great addition to any Mediterranean, Tuscan, rustic, or other custom style home. The naturally aged color and distres...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
Rustic Poplar Architectural Columns
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of majestic, architectural columns stand slightly over 8ft tall. The columns are made of hollow poplar and feature a wonderful, rustic, bark-like patina. They are architectural...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Poplar
18th Century Hand Carved Stone Jardiniere
Located in Dallas, TX
18th century hand carved stone jardinière was sculpted from a solid block of limestone to provide the ideal addition for your garden! Originally designed for herbs, it's also a great choice for special flower species...
Category
Early 18th Century French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
Antique Green Paint Decorated Plant Stand With Shell Collection
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Antique Mint Green paint decorated wrought iron plant stand with scrolling gallery. The plant stand with X-form stretchers and resting on wooden/met...
Category
20th Century American Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Vintage Distressed Cast Concrete Zebra
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage distressed cast concrete zebra sculpture is a striking and timeless piece, showcasing intricate textures and a weathered charm that adds character to any indoor or outdo...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Pair of Large Vintage French Fiber Cement Planters - Style of Willy Guhl
By Willy Guhl
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
A set of vintage fiber cement planters from France, produced circa 1960s. The design has a simple appeal: a square container with a delicate ridge, rounded corners and handles, givin...
Category
1960s French Vintage Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
English Oak and Brass Bucket with Tin Liner and Large Handle, 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A richly patinated English oak bucket from the 19th century, featuring a warm, dark finish and original brass fittings, including three broad brass bands and a hinged bail handle wit...
Category
19th Century English Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Tin
Organic Root Sculpture Stand or Fountain with Tiered Display Surfaces and Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
This sculptural root stand charms with its flowing organic form, rich warm tones, and dynamic presence. Hand-carved from a single root structure, the piece ...
Category
20th Century Indonesian Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Vintage Hand-Painted Concrete Garden Mushroom Statue – Whimsical Toadstool Decor
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Add a touch of enchantment to your garden with this vintage hand-painted concrete mushroom statue. Crafted from solid concrete, this whimsical toadstool sculpture features a beautifu...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
20th Century Italian Victorian Style Fireplace Tool Set
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Elevate the style of your hearth with this exquisite set of Italian fireplace tools, crafted in the late 20th century in the Victorian style. This three-piece set includes a shovel, ...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Italian Antique Decorative Grey Wooden Staircase
Located in Milano, IT
Fabulous Italian Vintage rustic staircase from the 1920s.
The staircase is made of wood.
The ladder is a beautiful painted wooden decorative element from the Rustic Chic period of ...
Category
1920s Italian Vintage Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
$764 Sale Price
20% Off
Chinese Half Moon Stone Trough, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Once used on a provincial Chinese farm to hold water or animal feed, this early 19th-century stone trough is celebrated today for its organic form and rustic authenticity. Hand-chise...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
French 1890s Château Villaret Grape Picking Hod with Fleur de Lys Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French grape picking hod from circa 1890 with Château Villaret Vins & Spiritueux label, accented with a fleur-de-lys and the date 1854. Embrace the rustic charm and rich history of...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Antique Oval Copper Storage Bin
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An antique copper vessel in all original condition with two divided lidded compartments, possibly a tinder box. With shaped double hinged lids, a...
Category
19th Century Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Copper
Rustic building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Rustic building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage building and garden elements created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, decorative objects, seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rustic building and garden elements made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original building and garden elements, popular names associated with this style include Alabama Sawyer, Old Hickory Furniture Company, Andrianna Shamaris, Boisset Pottery, and Anduze. 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 building and garden elements differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $65 and tops out at $34,500 while the average work can sell for $1,515.
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