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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
Shou Sugi Ban Wood Bench Pine Corten Steel 10 Long
Located in Birmingham, AL
Our beam bench utilizes urban, local pine logs for a solid volume bench for indoors or outdoors. Narrow and backless, the simple lines express the graphic texture of the end grain of...
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2010s American Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Steel

Large Antique Hand-Hammered Copper Kettle, France, 19th Century
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 19th century / bucket / copper / Antique / Rustic Charming 19th-century French hand-hammered copper kettle featuring a beautifully aged patina and a sturdy wrought iron han...
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19th Century French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Copper

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 ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Cane, Wood

Traditional Danish Vintage Wooden Spicery Pot Round Display, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Vintage spicery consisting in 18 glass pots in a round shaped rotatory Woden display. Made by unknown manufacturer, in Denmark circa 1950. In original condition, with minor wea...
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1950s Danish Vintage Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Glass, Wood

Old Fountain
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
This old French Limestone fountain was hand carved and installed in a French countryside home. The piece has been well preserved throughout the years and was recently reclaimed by ou...
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18th Century French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Limestone

19th C. Hand Chiseled French Stone Sink
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand chiseled stone basic with a rustic appearance. The basin is carved from a single piece of marble. The basin has a triangular shape so it fits into a corner of a bathroom. The...
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19th Century French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

Chinese Coil Pickling Pot
Located in Chicago, IL
Originally used for pickling foods, this mid-20th century ceramic jar is coated inside and out with a dark glaze. Subtle ridges suggest that the bowl was fashioned by coiling flatten...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Ceramic

Vintage Boho Hand Painted Terra Cotta Planter
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Boho Hand-Painted Terra Cotta Planter, featuring vibrant, artistic designs with a rustic finish. Perfect for adding a touch of colorful, bohemian charm to your garden or home...
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Mid-20th Century American Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Terracotta

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 ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Pine

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...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Limestone

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...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Limestone

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...
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Mid-19th Century French 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...
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2010s American Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Steel

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...
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20th Century Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

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...
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2010s American Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Steel

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...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Bronze

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...
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Late 20th Century American Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Concrete

Large pair of early 20th Century Mediterranean Olive Jars, ca 1930s
Located in Uppsala, SE
Large pair of Greek or Turkish painted terracotta olive jars / urns on metal stands from the first half of the 20th century. Perfect to use in the garden as a planter or just as deco...
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Early 20th Century Greek Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Metal

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...
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Early 20th Century Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Metal, Iron

19th Century Antique Mexican Hand Hammered Riveted Copper Tub
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A 19th Century Mexican Hammered and Riveted Copper Tub. An extraordinary and unique late 19th century hand-hammered, hand- crafted, and hand-riveted heavy gauge copper tub acquired ...
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Late 19th Century Mexican Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Copper

Large Copper Pot or Planter
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This large hammer copper pot or garden planter boasts circular handles on either side, providing a sturdy grip for effortless lifting. Its su...
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Early 20th Century Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Copper

Rustic Large Reclaimed Wood Bench Pine and Steel 6
Located in Birmingham, AL
Our beam bench utilizes salvaged local pine logs for a rustic bench for indoors or (protected) outdoors. Narrow and backless, the simple lines express the natural texture of the end ...
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2010s North American Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Steel

Shou Sugi Ban 4 foot Wood Bench Pine Corten Steel by Alabama Sawyer
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 texture of the end grain of eac...
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2010s North American Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Steel

Vintage Southwestern Terracotta Planter Jardiniere Flower Pot Cachepot Urn 28"
Located in Dayton, OH
A very large vintage Earthenware planter / jardiniere / flower pot / cachepot or urn. Made of terra cotta featuring Southwestern / Tuscan design with large open top, two handles, an...
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Late 20th Century Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Terracotta

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...
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Early 20th Century Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Elm

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

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...
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20th Century Italian 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...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wood

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...
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19th Century French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wood

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, ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Brass

Lacquered Root Sculpture Stand with Tiered Display Surfaces and Warm Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
A sculptural root formation with a rich lacquered finish, this organic stand captivates with its flowing form and warm amber tones. Carved from a single root mass, it showcases a complex structure with three tiered plateaus, each emerging naturally from the sinuous curves of the wood. The surface has been polished to reveal deep grain variations, swirling textures, and subtle color shifts that lend the piece both movement and depth. Originally drilled to function as a fountain—though fittings are not included—it also stands on its own as a striking sculptural object. Whether displayed as a decorative accent or repurposed creatively, the stand blurs the line between art and nature. Its fluid, asymmetric profile draws the eye from every angle, offering a sense of raw vitality and visual intrigue. Perfect as a centerpiece in a living room, entryway, or tranquil garden room, this root stand...
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20th Century Asian Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wood

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

Set of Four French 1930s Faux Bois Garden Chairs with Rustic Character
Located in Atlanta, GA
A set of four French faux bois garden chairs circa 1930 with weathered appearance. Transform your outdoor space with this charming set of four French faux bois garden chairs from the...
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Early 20th Century French Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Concrete

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...
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19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Limestone

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...
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Mid-20th Century American Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Concrete

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

1850s French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Limestone

Large Midcentury Bamboo Fretwork Basket Raised on Short Feet, circa 1950
Located in Yonkers, NY
A large vintage bamboo fretwork basket from the mid-20th century, raised on short feet. This large vintage bamboo fretwork basket from the mid-20th century, raised on short feet, is ...
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Mid-20th Century Thai Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Bamboo

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...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Brass

Antique Three Small Door Frames Rustic Mesquite Wood
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Antique Three Mesquite Wood Small Door Frames -17.25 x 2 h x 3, 2- 10.5 x 1 h x 3 w, 3- 12.5. 1 h x 2 Preowned vintage condition Refer to images
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Early 20th Century Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wood

Pair of 1980s Rustic Italian Golden Bamboo Deck Chairs or Sun Loungers
Located in London, England
Pair of vintage rustic 1980s Italian honey coloured bamboo folding deck chairs or sun loungers which can be a stylish and functional addition to any outdoor space. The deck chairs, ...
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1980s Italian Vintage Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Metal

Antique Mediterranean Terracotta Amphora Planter with Double Loop Handles
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This striking antique terracotta amphora planter is a timeless embodiment of Mediterranean craftsmanship and rustic elegance. Skillfully hand-thrown and aged to perfection, this vess...
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Mid-20th Century European Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Terracotta

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.
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Early 20th Century American Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

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 ...
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1650s French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Limestone

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)
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20th Century Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Driftwood

Driftwood Table/Desk
Driftwood Table/Desk
$490 Sale Price
38% Off
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.
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Early 20th Century Unknown Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Oak

Rustic Garden Table
Rustic Garden Table
$1,200 Sale Price
35% Off
Antique Vintage Set of Three Wooden Adobe Forms
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Rustic decorative Vintage Set of three wooden adobe Forms L 28 x 15 x 2.25, inside 6 x 11.75, M 27 x 13.75 x 2 h, inside 6 x 11.75, S 22.25 x 11.75 x 2 h, inside 4.25 x 8.25 original...
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Early 20th Century Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wood

American Rustic Old Hickory Chaise Lounge
Located in Queens, NY
American Rustic Old Hickory (19/20th Century) chaise lounge with round woven back and seat
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Early 20th Century American Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Hickory

Large 19th Century Portable Pine Farm Harvest Table
Located in San Francisco, CA
An interesting old pine farm table. A large antique portable table originally used to set up in the orchards or fields during harvesting time to serve the workers on. In excellent antique condition. European possibly Irish...
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19th Century European Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Pine

Rustic Planter, Ginger Jar, Vase or Pot in Brown, Black and Cream, Signed
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A tall circular rustic hand-thrown ginger jar, planter, or vase in black, brown, and cream. The vase is created from a rough sandy ceramic material. A fluted top is fired in black, a...
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1990s American Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Antique Mesquite Wood Parts Door Frames
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Antique Mesquite Wood Parts Door Frames One-37 x 3.5 x 2.5  Two- 31 x 3.5 x 2.5 Preowned vintage condition Refer to images.
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Early 20th Century Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wood

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...
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20th Century American Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

19th Century Rustic Teak Wood Mortar Urn, Antique Planter for Vintage Home Decor
Located in Yonkers, NY
A 19th century rustic teak wood mortar urn, perfect to be used as an antique planter for a vintage home décor. This 19th-century rustic teak wood mortar ...
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19th Century Indonesian Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Teak

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...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Limestone

Old Stone Fountain - Limestone Wall 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

Mid-18th Century French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Limestone

Rustic Vintage Two Wooden Adobe Brick Forms
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Two rustic vintage wooden adobe brick forms 30 x 16.75 x 3.5, inside 15 x 21.75, Small 23.75 x 17.75 x 4.25, inside 20 x 15.75 Original vintage Refer to images
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Early 20th Century Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wood

Antique Mesquite Pulley Rustic Wood Farm
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents Antique Mezquite Pulley Rustic Wood Farm 17 h x 5 w x 5 Unrestored vintage condition Refer to images
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Early 20th Century Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wood

Large Glazed Pottery Jar from Bunny Williams Trelliage Shop
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A large and rustic pottery jar with good weight and size. In dark brown glaze with faceted shoulder and ribbed body. With a pair of double handles on the neck. Measures: Height 20 ...
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20th Century Unknown Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Earthenware

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...
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Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Marble, Iron

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.
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1940s Mexican Vintage Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wood

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

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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