Rustic Animal Sculptures
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
French Majolica Rat Pitcher Poet Laval, circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica Rat Pitcher Poet Laval, circa 1900.
The rat wear a jacket and hold an umbrella.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Earthenware Seafood Lobster Plate by J. Caldas Da Rainha, 1930
Located in Verviers, BE
Portugese Caldas da Rainha Palissy lobster wall plaque, circa 1930.
Decorated with mussels, shells and seaweed.
Has no structural issues and is...
Category
1930s Portuguese Vintage Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Earthenware
Vintage Indian Riveted Iron Horse Sculpture with Rustic Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
A striking vintage Indian horse sculpture handcrafted from riveted iron panels, this piece captures both sculptural power and primitive grace. S...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Iron
19th Majolica Palissy Snake and Lizard Wall Platter Jose Alves Cunha
Located in Bradenton, FL
Antique 19th century Portuguese Majolica Palissy style plate with large snake and large lizard searching through mossy tuft, signed Jose Alves Cunha (...
Category
19th Century Portuguese Antique Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Pottery
Vintage Green Painted Wooden Swan with Carved Curved Neck
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage carved wooden swan distinguished by its gracefully curved neck and stylized form. The bird’s elongated body and arched neck are rendered with sculptural simplicity, giving ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Thai Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
19th Century American Black Cast Iron Piggy Bank Money Box Animal Sculpture
Located in Miami, FL
19th century American black cast iron piggy bank, money box, animal sculpture.
We left it intentionally in the distressed look to show its a...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Black Forest Walnut Ibex Hatrack
Located in Queens, NY
Rustic Black Forest (19th Century) carved walnut hatrack/umbrella stand with ibex on base and mirror with small shelf on upper section.
Category
19th Century German Antique Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal
19th Century Rare French Majolica Pig Pitcher Delphin Massier
Located in Austin, TX
Very Large 19th Century Rare French Majolica Pig Pitcher signed Delphin Massier.
Height / 10.2 inches.
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century French Majolica Pigeon Wall Pocket
Located in Austin, TX
Large 19th century French Majolica Pigeon wall pocket.
The pigeon have a pink ribbon and carry a white card.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Majolica
19th Century Auguste Nicolas Cain Signed Bronze Tazza Sculpture
Located in Forney, TX
A very fine Auguste Nicolas Cain (French, 1822-1894) bronze sculpture depicting a crowing rooster perched atop naturalistic base of stylized log o...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Hand Carved Brown Painted Wood Horse Sculpture, Sweden circa 1940
Located in Round Top, TX
It is the very worn look that creates the wonderful appeal of this original painted and carved horse.
The brown paint has been worn off along the back, while the tattered leather ears and carved black painted mane reflect a simpler time. Real horse hair was used to create the tail.
Sold in used vintage condition.
Please examine the close up photos to understand condition and details, inlcuding worn paint, nicks, scratches, wood cracks and separation, etc. Wonderful vintage display item...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Leather, Wood, Paint
19th Century Large Majolica Jardiniere with 2 Ducks Sarreguemines
Located in Austin, TX
Rare large majolica jardiniere with 2 ducks signed Sarreguemines Majolica, circa 1870.
Category
1870s French Antique Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
German Porcelain Pig Circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Fine German Porcelain Pig Circa 1900.
H / 3 inches.
L / 5.5 inches.
Category
Early 1900s German Antique Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
French White Terracotta Majolica Rabbit Bavent, circa 1890
By Bavent
Located in Austin, TX
Small French white terracotta Majolica rabbit Bavent, circa 1890.
(Normandy).
Measures: Length / 8 inches, height / 6 ...
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta, Majolica
Large Majolica Terracotta Dog Terrier Bavent
By Bavent
Located in Austin, TX
Large Majolica terracotta dog Terrier Bavent ( Normandy )
19 inches Lenght.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Majolica Goose Tureen, circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
White Majolica goose tureen signed on underside Caugant, circa 1950.
Category
1950s French Vintage Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Rare Majolica Palissy Lizard Joseph Landais Circa 1860
By Joseph Landais
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Majolica Palissy Lizard signed Joseph Landais Circa 1860.
Category
1860s Antique Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Porcelain White
Brown Cow Creamer Circa 1930
Located in Austin, TX
Porcelain White & Brown cow creamer Circa 1930.
Category
1930s French Vintage Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
19th Century Majolica Palissy Leaf Wall Fish
Lobster Platter Alfred Renoleau
Located in Austin, TX
Large 19th century Majolica Palissy leaf wall fish & lobster platter Alfred Renoleau.
Signed Polakowski & Cie, Roumazieres.
Angouleme (France).
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Large Majolica Duck Jardiniere Delphin Massier, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Majolica jardiniere signed Delphin Massier, circa 1890.
13.5 inches W.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
French Majolica Terracotta Rabbit Bavent Circa 1900
By Bavent
Located in Austin, TX
Small French Majolica Terracotta Rabbit Bavent Circa 1900.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Rustic Vintage Carved Wooden Horse with Saddle on Stand, circa 1950
Located in Yonkers, NY
A rustic vintage wooden horse carving, presented on a flat base and adorned with a carved saddle and harness details. The figure is hand-carved with a stylized, almost folk-art quali...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Sculptural Hand-Carved Wood Horse Head Equestrian Decor 1950
s
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
1950s Vintage Hand-Carved Wood Horse Head Sculpture
This stunning sculpture features a hand-carved horse head crafted from a single piece of wood, showcasing exceptional craftsmanshi...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
French Majolica Duck Tureen, circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica duck tureen circa 1950.
Category
1950s French Vintage Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Boho Monumental Cast Bronze Dogs - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Presenting a captivating pair of vintage monumental cast bronze dog sculptures, embodying a distinctive Boho aesthetic. These magnificent pieces exude a timeless charm, showcasing ex...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Majolica Duck Wall Pocket Delphin Massier, Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Majolica duck in flight wall pocket Delphin Massier, circa 1890.
Height / 11.8 inches.
Lenght / 15.5 inches.
Depth / 6 inches.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Rare Majolica Portuguese Bunnies Centerpiece Bordallo Pinheiro circa 1930
Located in Austin, TX
Rare large Portuguese Bunnies or rabbits Centerpiece signed Bordallo Pinheiro Circa 1930.
Measures: W / 17.5 inches.
Category
1930s Portuguese Vintage Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Porcelain White
Black Cow Creamer Circa 1930
Located in Austin, TX
Porcelain white & black cow creamer circa 1930.
Category
1930s French Vintage Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Large French Pottery Majolica Pheasant Tureen circa 1930
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Pottery Majolica Pheasant Tureen circa 1930.
Category
1930s French Vintage Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica, Pottery
Majolica Fish Jardiniere George Dreyfus Fontainebleau, Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica fish jardiniere signed George Dreyfus Fontainebleau circa 1890.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Late 20th Century Bunny Rabbit Decor - A Pair
Located in Charleston, SC
For your consideration we have a pair of decorative rabbit figures made of resin with an antiqued, silver-like finish. They are designed to look like vintage chocolate molds. These figures are often used as decorative items for shelves, mantles, or as part of a seasonal display, particularly around Easter. They are intended for home decoration and not for use as actual chocolate molds.
These resin rabbit figures are reproductions of vintage tin molds...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Resin
French Pottery Majolica Tureen circa 1930
Located in Austin, TX
French Pottery Majolica Tureen circa 1930.
Category
1930s French Vintage Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica, Pottery
French White Terracotta Majolica Rabbit Bavent, circa 1890
By Bavent
Located in Austin, TX
French white terracotta rabbit signed Bavent, circa 1890.
(Normandy).
Size / Length: 9 inches on 4.5 inches, height / 4.8 inches.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
19th Century Majolica Rooster Vase Delphin Massier
Located in Austin, TX
Antique Majolica rooster with leaves, corn and wild rose vase signed Delphin Massier, circa 1890.
The Massier produced roosters in a big range of sizes, this is the medium size. The...
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Majolica, Ceramic, Faience
Majolica Goose Tureen, circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica Goose Tureen, circa 1950.
Category
1950s French Vintage Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Terracotta Majolica Snail Bavent Normandy
By Bavent
Located in Austin, TX
Terracotta Majolica Snail Bavent Normandy circa 1900.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Great Antique Black Forest Plaster Deer Head ca. 1900s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Great Antique Black Forest Plaster Deer Head ca. 1900s
Item e6952
A lovely wooden Black Forest deer head made of plaster and wood. Handmade in folk a...
Category
Early 20th Century German Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Horn, Wood, Plaster
Majolica Pheasant Tureen, circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica pheasant tureen, circa 1950.
Category
1950s French Vintage Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
20th century carved mango wood novelty dinner gong
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
20th century carved mango wood novelty dinner gong circa 1928.
Here we present a novelty dinner gong made from mango wood, which was retailed by henry howell & co ltd. Having made ...
Category
Early 20th Century English Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Fruitwood
French Pottery Majolica Rabbit Pâté Tureen circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
French Pottery Majolica Rabbit Pate Tureen circa 1950.
Category
1950s French Vintage Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica, Pottery
Large Majolica Well with Birds Jerome Massier Fils, Circa 1910
Located in Austin, TX
Large spectacular Majolica well with birds signed Jerome Massier Fils circa 1910.
Measures: Height / 22 inches.
Category
1910s French Vintage Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Majolica Goose Tureen, circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
White Majolica goose tureen signed on underside Caugant, circa 1950.
Category
1950s French Vintage Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Boho Brush McCoy Hand Painted Frogs - Set of Three
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Infuse your interior with a dose of whimsical woodland charm using this delightful set of three vintage ceramic frog figurines. Attributed to the American pottery tradition of makers...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Wooden Carved Black Forest Tobacco Box Terrier Head ca. 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A Wooden Carved Black Forest Tobacco Box Terrier Head ca. 1900
A beautiful example of hand carved Black Forest work from the Victorian era, circa 1900. The tobacco box is carved in ...
Category
Early 1900s German Antique Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Antique Hand-Carved Wooden Rocking Horses – Rustic Folk Art Pair, 23”
15.5" H
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This exquisite pair of antique hand-carved wooden rocking horses brings timeless charm and craftsmanship to any space. Each horse is meticulously sculpted from solid wood, showcasing...
Category
Mid-20th Century Asian Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
$688 Sale Price
29% Off
1900s, French Wooden Horse with Saddle
Located in High Point, NC
This antique wooden horse was crafted in France, circa 1900. Beautifully distressed, this svelte colt exhibits a joyous smile and an eye-catching ...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
$2,397 Sale Price
40% Off
Vintage French Horse Sculpture
Located in High Point, NC
A decorative sculpture of a horse made in France circa 1900. A simple, crested saddle rests upon this lovely patinated horse. Gleaming scarlet paint resides within the smiling mouth ...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Plaster, Paper
$315 Sale Price
30% Off
19th Majolica Palissy Snake and Lizard Wall Platter Jose Alves Cunha
Located in Bradenton, FL
Antique 19th century Portuguese Majolica Palissy style plate with large snake and large lizard searching through mossy tuft, signed Jose Alves Cunha (Caldas da Rainha) with snake, wo...
Category
19th Century Portuguese Antique Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Pottery
Italian 19th Century Big Scale Hand Carved Table Top Wood Lion Sculpture
Located in Firenze, IT
This 19th century big scale Italian animalier sculpure features a lion striding forward on a root-wood base, snarling with open mouth and expressive eyes enlivening its rippling mane with an extremely realistic sense of motion. The wooden statue, wonderful as a table top, is entirely hand carved in the round in a single block of solid olive wood, sign of high quality and sculptural artisanal mastery. An original whimsical and impressive centerpiece clearly sculpted by a true artist who carved the block of wood creating this figure of the proudest feline boasting a detailed study of the lion's anatomy.The features on the face, mane, muscles, tail and the paws are still distinctive and full of character as well as the beautifully carved stand. This sculpture boasts smooth surface and a warm patina developed over centuries and exudes wonderful quality and timelessness of the ancient world. The rich original patina brings further intrigue to its intricately carved details.
This hand carved wooden lion statue is a great looking antique centrepiece...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Early 20th Century Vintage Boho Wrought Iron Hitching Post Head
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a rugged touch of Americana to your decor with this striking vintage wrought iron horse hitching post head. Sculpted with bold lines and expres...
Category
Early 20th Century American Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wrought Iron
Vintage Coastal Monumental Cast Concrete Seahorse - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your garden or interior space with this magnificent pair of vintage cast concrete seahorses, embodying a captivating coastal aesthetic. These monumental sculptures showcase e...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Concrete
Mid-Century Modern Stylized Hand-carved Fruit Wood Duck Animal Sculpture Rustic
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern whimsical hand-carved Duck made out of soft Fruit Wood.
Stunning organic animal sculptures for Collectors.
A-596-335
Category
1970s American Vintage Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Vintage Boho Carved Wood Eagle Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stunning vintage carved wood eagle is a striking example of handcrafted artistry. With its majestic pose and detailed feather carvings, the eagle stands tall at 15.5 inches, sup...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Outdoor Country Iron Deer Statuary
Located in Queens, NY
Outdoor American Country style (19/20th Cent) painted iron life size figure of deer
Category
19th Century American Antique Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Vintage Life Side Metal Zebra Garden Statues - Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Life Side Metal Zebra Garden Statues - Pair
Cool pair of vintage metal zebra. Use outdoors/indoors for staging events, nursery decor, play ground decor or inside your home a...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Vintage Rustic Terracotta Horse Head
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This expressive sculpture captures a horse mid-rear, its head tilted skyward with a sense of tension and energy. The surface is raw and textured, blending rich earthy reds with muted...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Clay
Vintage Boho Plaster Horse
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of rustic elegance to your space with this vintage boho plaster horse. Expertly crafted with intricate details and a weathered finish, this p...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
Majolica Chick Egg Cup George Dreyfus, Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica chick egg cup signed George Dreyfus Paris Circa 1890.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Antique Scandinavian Wooden Rocking Horse
Located in High Point, NC
With her mouth open in excitement, with her eyes glowing with enthusiasm, with her sleek body depicted in motion — this vintage rocking pony hand-carved in Scandinavia circa 1900 rad...
Category
Early 1900s Scandinavian Antique Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
$2,157 Sale Price
40% Off
Rare 19th Century Majolica Hen Vase, Delphin Massier
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Majolica hen vase Delphin Massier signed Vallauris, circa 1890.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Animal Sculptures
Materials
Majolica
Rustic animal sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Rustic animal sculptures for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage animal sculptures created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, wall decorations, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rustic animal sculptures made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Portugal pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original animal sculptures, popular names associated with this style include José Alves Cunha, Bavent, Michel Caugant, and Delphin Massier. 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 animal sculptures differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $110 and tops out at $29,500 while the average work can sell for $1,400.
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