Rustic 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
Large Hand Carved Heron Bird Sculpture Statue Wildlife Scene 62"
Located in Dayton, OH
Hand Carved heron wildlife scene. The tree features three herons towards the base stretching upwards towards foliate. Beautifully designed with rustic patina
Dimensions:
61.5" ...
Category
Late 20th Century Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
$700 Sale Price
30% Off
Vintage Driftwood Root Slice Heavy Slab Sculpture on Stand 28"
Located in Dayton, OH
Large slice of natural wood with live edge mounted on a wood and iron base featuring the formed shape of a five pointed star in the center.
Dimensions:
18" x 8" x 28" (Width x Depth...
Category
Late 20th Century Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Iron
$770 Sale Price
30% Off
Pair of French Majolica Rooster
Hen Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of French Majolica Rooster & Hen attributed to George Dreyfus Circa 1890.
Hen : H / 8" ,5.5" by 3"
Rooster : H / 10" , 5.5" by 3"
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica, Pottery
$2,000 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Rare Terracotta Majolica Owl Filmont Bavent Normandy
By Bavent
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Terracotta Majolica Owl signed Filmont Bavent Normandy.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
$1,760 Sale Price
20% Off
Small Majolica Goose Tureen Pate Tureen
Located in Austin, TX
Small Majolica Goose Tureen Pate Tureen circa 1950.
Category
1950s French Vintage Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
$104 Sale Price
20% Off
Early 20th Century Spanish Sculptural Metal Door Knocker – Circa 1940
Located in Barcelona, ES
Early 20th Century Spanish Sculptural Metal Door Knocker – Circa 1940
Add a touch of historical charm to your collection with this exquisite early 20th-century Spanish sculptural me...
Category
1940s Spanish Vintage Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Metal
$970 Sale Price
45% Off
Majolica Pheasant Tureen, circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica pheasant tureen, circa 1950.
Category
1950s French Vintage Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
$240 Sale Price
20% Off
French Majolica Chick Egg Cup Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica Chick Egg Cup Circa 1890.
Category
1890s Belgian Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
$240 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Boho Distressed Plaster Bust of Man
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Embrace the artful imperfection of this captivating vintage plaster bust, a remarkable piece that infuses any space with a sense of historical gravitas and bohemian charm. Depicting ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
Faux Kudu African Antler Horn Sculpture on Stand Taxidermy Lodge Decor 30"
Located in Dayton, OH
Faux Kudu horn over plinth base. Features realistic patina and modern styling.
Dimensions:
6.5" x 6.5" x 29.75"h
Category
Late 20th Century Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Composition
$182 Sale Price
30% Off
Large Majolica Terracotta Dog Terrier Bavent
By Bavent
Located in Austin, TX
Large Majolica terracotta dog Terrier Bavent ( Normandy )
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
$3,040 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Vintage French Concrete Rooster Garden Sculpture with Aged Patina
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This striking vintage French rooster garden sculpture is a commanding decorative piece crafted from solid cast concrete, embodying both rustic charm and sculptural gravitas. Standing...
Category
Early 20th Century French Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Concrete
Antique Chinese 19th Century Rustic Mounted Ox Cart Wooden Wheel on Base
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese 19th century rustic ox cart wooden wheel mounted on a custom made black stand. Created in China during the 19th century, this handmade wheel showcases a nicely weathered patina witnessing its long use since the Qing Dynasty. Mounted on a black stepped base and boasting a nicely weathered patina, this 19th century Chinese mounted wooden ox cart wheel...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Wood
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 Sculptures
Materials
Majolica, Ceramic, Faience
$2,320 Sale Price
38% Off
Stone Accessory Primitive 18th Century
Located in Dallas, TX
The Brendan Bass Estate Collection pays homage to the beauty of vintage and antique
pieces, each artfully concealing endless stories collected through the generations in which they ...
Category
18th Century Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Stone
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 Sculptures
Materials
Pottery
French Pottery Majolica Rabbit Pâté Tureen circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Pottery Majolica Rabbit Pate Tureen circa 1950.
Category
1950s French Vintage Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica, Pottery
$384 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Folk Art Hand Carved Driftwood Whale Serving Tray
Located in Elkhart, IN
A charming Folk Art hand carved driftwood decorative serving tray in the form of a whale, perfect for your Nantucket, Cape, or Hamptons home!
USA, Early 21st century
Measures: 26....
Category
2010s American Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Driftwood
$396 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Cast Iron Scottish Terrier Door Stop Boot Scrape, Circa 1920s
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful antique cast iron Scottish Terrier door stop boot scrape
USA, Circa 1920s
Measuers: 12.5"W x 2.88"D x 9"H.
Very good or...
Category
1920s American Vintage Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Iron
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 Sculptures
Materials
Majolica
$960 Sale Price
20% Off
Midcentury Handmade Terra Cotta Squirrel Figurine
Located in Stamford, CT
Midcentury handmade terra cotta squirrel figurine.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Large French Majolica Terracotta Donkey with Baskets, Circa 1930
By Bavent
Located in Austin, TX
Large French terracotta donkey with baskets Circa 1930.
Bavent Normandy.
2 Yellows basket.
Meaasures: height / 21.3"
Lenght / 30" by 11.5"
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
$5,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Plucked Metal Chicken
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage painted metal plucked chicken.
Shown with life size hand model.
Category
Late 20th Century Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Metal
$200 Sale Price
20% Off
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 Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica, Pottery
$176 Sale Price
20% Off
Austrian Majolica Dog Tobacco Jar, Circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Austrian Majolica Dog Tobacco Jar, Circa 1900.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
$360 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Boho Brass Running Horse Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This brass horse sculpture captures a moment of dynamic motion, its legs mid-gallop and mane swept back as if caught in wind. The figure is muscular and poised, with a confident stan...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Brass
$236 Sale Price
20% Off
Chinese Wooden Headrest, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Made of Chinese northern elmwood, this smooth block of wood was once used by an upper-class woman as a headrest. The soft curve and height of the block not only supported her head an...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Elm
Early 20th century decorative dutch working windmill
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 20th century decorative dutch working windmill circa 1920.
We are pleased to offer this delightful scale model of a dutch windmill. This could have only been commissioned for...
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Set of Three Decorative Stone Fish with Natural Patina
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This set of three decorative stone fish is a unique handcrafted piece from Indonesia, where fish are revered as divine symbols of luck and gratitude. Weathered with time, the sculptures display a natural patina that enhances the raw texture of the stone. Their aged surface gives each fish a rare authenticity and a striking presence, impossible to reproduce industrially.
Mounted on black metal stands, these decorative fish are stable and easy to display on a sideboard, console, or showcase. Perfect for ethnic, wabi-sabi, or bohemian chic interiors, they add character and symbolism to any curated space. This set of stone fish sculptures...
Category
20th Century Yemeni Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Assemblage No.04 - Steel and Wood Assemblage - Industrial sculpture - Jim Rose
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
Assemblage No.04 is a captivating statement piece. Heavy, Rough and impenetrable, this sculpture is a testament to Jim Rose's work. Meticulously crafted, artist Jim Rose was a master...
Category
2010s American Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Pair of vintage iron tricycle sculptures
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Pair of charming vintage hand-wrought iron tricycle sculptures with wicker cargo baskets.
Large tricycle: 18.5"w x 9"d x 14.5"h
Small tricycle: 14"w x 9...
Category
1940s American Vintage Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Iron
$900 / set
Majolica Partridge Tureen, circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica partridge tureen signed Caugant, circa 1950.
Category
1950s French Vintage Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
$224 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Post Mounted As A Sculpture
Located in Bridgeport, CT
sculpture comprised as being made from reclaimed wood fragment with mortise-and-tenon joinery and mounted on a custom iron stand to be displayed as art.
Dimensions: 9 5/8" x 10 1/8...
Category
20th Century Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Iron
1970s Mid Century Very Large Terracotta Handmade Money Box Pig
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
Wonderful hand made large stylised terracotta pig shaped piggy bank from the 1970s.
Coin slot to the top, no access to the coins, this is a fill and br...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Vintage Boho Rustic Wood Totem
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Embrace the raw beauty of natural materials with this captivating vintage Boho Rustic Wood Totem sculpture. This unique piece showcases the inherent artistr...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Antique Hand-Carved Architectural Wooden and White Polychrome Floral Carving
Located in Leesburg, VA
Antique Hand-Carved Architectural Wooden and White Polychrome Floral Carving
Anonymous
Probably South Asia; mid-20th century
Wood
Approximate size: 12.8 x 2.28 x 6.8 in.
A South A...
Category
Mid-20th Century Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Large Carved Wood Wall Mounted Tiger Head
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The large scale fierce tiger head is carved of fine reddish brown wood and is shown turning and growling with jaws open revealing his sharp and lethal fangs. The ruff is finely carve...
Category
20th Century Unknown Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Wood
Life Size Glazed Pottery Sculpture Of A Reclining Lamb
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Life size green glazed pottery sculpture of an endearing reclining lamb. The lamb with front legs crossed is looking back across its well cast and dimensional fur.
Dimensions: 23 1/...
Category
20th Century European Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Pottery
Bactrian Sandstone Idol – Symbolic Protohistoric Art from Ancient Bactria
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This sandstone Bactrian idol is a handcrafted reproduction inspired by ancient votive statues from the region of Bactria, in present-day Afghanistan. Car...
Category
2010s Afghan Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Sandstone
Vintage Folk Art Hand Carved Oak Mushroom Statues, Pair
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful and unique pair of vintage hand carved natural oak mushroom statues. These would be perfect for a country house, indoors or outdoors! They ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Oak
$1,196 Sale Price / set
36% Off
20th Century African Shovel Currency on Stand
Located in High Point, NC
This fascinating piece is an example of shovel currency, formerly used among the peoples of northern Nigeria as a form of monetary exchange. Forged iron would have been traded for go...
Category
Early 1900s Nigerian Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Metal
$1,596 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Rustic Black Forest Walnut Barometer
Located in Queens, NY
Rustic Black Forest (19th Century) walnut wall mounted thermometer/ barometer with strap-work cartouche hung with an elaborate carved hunting trophy.
Category
19th Century German Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Metal
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 searching through mossy tuft, signed Jose Alves Cunha (Caldas da Rainha)...
Category
19th Century Portuguese Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Pottery
Iron Boar
s Head on Custom Steel Stand
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning bust of a boar's head mounted on a custom stand
20th Century
Forged iron bust, on custom steel stand
Measures: 5"W x 6"D x 9.75"H.
V...
Category
Mid-20th Century Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Rustic French 20th Century Carved Wooden Duck with Black, White and Yellow Paint
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French carved wooden duck from the 20th century with rustic appearance, white, black and yellow paint. Envelop your space with an air of tranquili...
Category
20th Century French Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Vintage Poured Stone Bull
Located in New York, NY
Well detailed poured stone bull statue. We believe this item was originally placed in a shop in France, perhaps a butcher shop, as display. It appears as though the piece was never p...
Category
Early 20th Century French Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Cement
$1,760 Sale Price
20% Off
Mesopotamian Sandstone Idol, Handcrafted Votive Reproduction
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This Mesopotamian sandstone idol is a handcrafted reproduction inspired by ancient votive figures dating back over 4000 years. Its abstract silhouette, reduced to two large symbolic ...
Category
2010s West Asian Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Sandstone
Antique Butchery Decoration of a Pottery Ox
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Butchery Decoration of a Pottery Ox
A large statue of an ox made of painted pottery. It was used as shop window decoration in a German butchery. The statue was manufactured ...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Clay
Large Ancient Cart Wheel with Rustic Character and Time-Worn Appearance
Located in Yonkers, NY
This large ancient wooden cart wheel exudes great rustic character, captivating our attention with its authentic patina and time-worn appearance. The...
Category
19th Century Thai Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Vintage Boho Patinated Rider and Horse Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Capture the spirit of equestrian elegance with this Vintage Boho Patinated Rider and Horse Sculpture. Beautifully cast with a warm, weathered finish, the sculpture depicts a poised r...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Fine Carved Black Forest Statue of a Disabled Dog, Brienz circa 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Fine Carved Black Forest Statue of a Disabled Dog, Brienz circa 1900
A very nice and fine Swiss wood carving. The disabled long hair terrier is re...
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Wood
English Carved Wood Cow Sculpture with Original Painted Finish, circa 1880
Located in Atlanta, GA
A rare and well-proportioned English carved wood cow, circa 1880, retaining traces of its original painted finish. Crafted with the naïve charm characteristic of 19th-century folk ar...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Vintage Boho Hand Carved Ostrich - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Embrace the whimsical and artistic spirit of these exceptional vintage hand-carved ostrich sculptures, presented as a captivating pair. Crafted from natural wood, each piece showcase...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Wood
$2,450 / set
Indian 19th Century Ceremonial Wooden Mask
Located in Yonkers, NY
Our 19th century antique ceremonial wooden mask is from Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan in India. The bust form mask features the woman from chest up with large earrings and necklace while her ears protrude from the sides of the antique wooden mask...
Category
19th Century Indian Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Petite Pair of Dutch 19th Century Ladies
Carved Wooden Clogs with Black Paint
Located in Atlanta, GA
A small pair of antique Dutch carved wooden ladies' clogs from the 19th century, with black paint, square noses, wrinkled tops and small heels. Created in the Netherlands during the ...
Category
19th Century Dutch Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Large Vintage French Concrete Hen Garden Sculpture with Aged Patina
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This large vintage French concrete hen sculpture brings rustic charm and pastoral warmth to any garden or courtyard. Beautifully modeled in solid cast concrete, the piece depicts a f...
Category
Early 20th Century French Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Concrete
Antique Mounted Wood and Metal Wheel Welded to a Custom Metal Base
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Indian wood and metal cart wheel mounted on custom black metal base. Immerse yourself in the rich history and rustic charm of this antique Indian cart wheel, a unique and captivating piece that brings a touch of authenticity and timeless beauty to any space. Mounted gracefully on a custom black metal base measuring 15.25" x 30", the wheel itself delves into a depth of 11.5", providing a substantial presence that is sure to draw attention and admiration.
The wheel showcases an intricate interplay of wood and metal, a harmonious blend that speaks volumes of the craftsmanship and artistry of times gone by. The rustic authenticity of the piece is palpable, with every groove and grain telling a story of its past life and journey.
This antique cart...
Category
19th Century Indian Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Ancient Rustic Cart Wheel Mounted on Black Lacquer Base
Located in Yonkers, NY
An ancient Indian cart wheel mounted on custom black lacquered base with dark brown patina. Unveil a fragment of history with this ancient Indian cart wheel, presented on a custom black lacquered base that adds a contemporary edge to its timeless charm. This artifact boasts a diameter that whispers tales of its past, accentuated by a dark brown patina that speaks to its age and authenticity. Resting on an 8" x 9.25" base, the wheel is characterized by its rustic allure and a richly weathered appearance, imbued with character that only centuries can bestow.
The wheel's small stature allows it to serve as a sophisticated and unobtrusive decorative element in any home, harmonizing with diverse interior styles. Imagine this unique piece adorning a minimalist living space, where its intricate history provides a warm contrast to modern aesthetics, or nestled within a richly layered, eclectic room, echoing an appreciation for global artifacts.
This ancient wheel...
Category
19th Century Indian Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Rustic Pair of 19th Century Game Animal Horns Mounted on Scrolling Metal Stands
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of antique 19th century game animal horns mounted on metal stands. Created during the 19th century, each of this pair of mounted objects features ...
Category
19th Century Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Log Caliper, Made by William Greenleaf Company, Belmont, MA
By William Greenleaf
Located in Nantucket, MA
A large caliper for calculating the number of board feet a log will yield. The central wood shaft engraved with multiple scales on each of the four sides with a large metal mounted c...
Category
Early 20th Century American Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Rustic sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Rustic sculptures 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 sculptures created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, wall decorations, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rustic sculptures made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original sculptures, popular names associated with this style include José Alves Cunha, Bavent, Michel Caugant, and Inês Schertel. 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 sculptures differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $85 and tops out at $29,500 while the average work can sell for $1,445.
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