Rustic Decorative Objects
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
18th Century French Hand Forged Iron Candleholder
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful rustic 18th century hand forged iron candleholder for 3 candles. A wonderful example of primitive folk art. A perfect balance between utility and aesthetics.
France, 18th c...
Category
18th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
$803 Sale Price
47% Off
Yellow Glass Candle Holder, Rustic Style, Spain, 12.5" Height, 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Yellow glass candle holder, circa 1960. By Unknown manufacturer. Spain. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. Materials...
Category
1960s Spanish Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
$249 Sale Price
72% Off
Woven Wicker Shopping Basket
Located in Bradenton, FL
A traditional shopping or gathering basket made of wicker. An arched handle of bentwood bamboo is wrapped with rattan secured to the braided rim of the basket.
Category
Late 20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Rattan, Wicker
Hand Crafted Woven Laundry Basket or Tray With Leather Handles
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful hand woven basket used for linens or carrying heavy pieces such as dinnerware, etc from the home to the garden or dining room. The tray is heavy and large - also works w...
Category
20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Leather, Rattan
19th Century French Majolica Asparagus Tureen
By Orchies
Located in Austin, TX
Rare French Majolica asparagus tureen circa 1890.
Platter & tureen.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Swedish rustic 19th Century pine woven basket
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Swedish rustic 19th Century pine woven basket circa 1890.
Here we have a traditional basket using cross woven strops of pine, with solid pine outer strips and rim. Ideal for use as...
Category
Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Pine
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 Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Majolica Goose Tureen, circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
White Majolica goose tureen signed on underside Caugant, circa 1950.
Category
1950s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Mediterranean Terracotta Olive Jar, Circa 1850
Located in Buisson, FR
A wonderful and beautiful weathered olive oil jar. Traces of glaze visible.Turkey circa 1850. Weathered
Category
19th Century Turkish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
$1,249 Sale Price
51% Off
Jean Juhlin (Am. B. 1931) Stoneware Signed Sculpture 1985
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Stoneware sculpture depicting a reclining Indian female figure. The barefoot woman attired in a shawl with an intricate pierced design. The female is in reclining position with her a...
Category
20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
French Faience Wall Pocket Anchor Desvres Fourmaintraux, Circa 1890
By Desvres
Located in Austin, TX
French Faience Wall Pocket Anchor signed FF Desvres Fourmaintraux, Circa 1890.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Majolica French Ceramic Cow Tureen Caugant
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica cow tureen circa 1940 signed Caugant.
Category
1940s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
19th Century Spanish Pottery
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 19th-century Spanish pottery jar is a beautiful example of rustic Mediterranean craftsmanship. Handcrafted from terracotta, the jar features a warm ochre glaze on the upper port...
Category
19th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Austrian Majolica Gooseberries Basket, circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
Austrian majolica gooseberries basket, circa 1920.
Category
1920s Austrian Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Sculptural Moroccan Handcrafted Vase with Textured Ochre and Dark Accents
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This sculptural handcrafted studio pottery vase is a bold and visually striking example of 20th century ceramic artistry. Distinguished by its heavily textured body, the surface is a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
19th century hand painted Scandinavian oval strong box
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century hand painted Scandinavian oval strong box circa 1850.
Good quality piece of rustic Swedish craft work, which still functions as a practical storage solution for today.
...
Category
Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
French 18th Century Hand Forged Iron Candleholder
Located in Buisson, FR
Very old and beautiful hand forged iron candleholder.
France, circa 1700-1750. Weathered.
Category
18th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
$541 Sale Price
48% Off
18th Century English Hand Forged Iron Candleholder
Located in Buisson, FR
Very pure and beautiful hand forged iron candleholder, England, circa 1700-1800. Despite of its age in a very good condition. Candleholder can be adjusted in height.
Category
18th Century English Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
$803 Sale Price
47% Off
Vintage Wood Trough Bowl Centerpiece
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Vintage wood trough bowl centerpiece
Size: 26"W x 17.5"D x 5.5"H.
Category
20th Century European Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
$367 Sale Price
20% Off
Rustic French Provence Large Round Handled Wicker Tray, France
Located in Valencia, VC
Large Round Wicker Handled Tray – Handmade in France, 20th Century
A beautiful large round wicker handled tray, handmade in France in the 20th century. This rustic French Provence h...
Category
Late 20th Century French Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wicker
$333 Sale Price
20% Off
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 Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
1960 Narragansett Special Sterling Silver Horseshoe Horse Racing Trophy Tray
Located in Dayton, OH
Rare 1960s sterling silver 925 (204.3 g) commemorative horse shoe tray or ashtray, made by Bogaert's of Lexington. Reinzi, age 5, was the winner and earned 1st place on Oct 29, 1960 ...
Category
1960s Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Ceremonial Bowl, Chinese, Patinated Brass, Dish, Qing, Victorian, C.1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique ceremonial bowl. A Chinese, patinated brass twin handled dish, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.
Heavily time-worn to distinction, for great decora...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
19th Century Spanish Pottery
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 19th-century Spanish terracotta jar features an elegant, amphora-inspired silhouette adorned with dual looped handles. Its distinctive gree...
Category
19th Century Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Petite Chinese Tea Tray with Rose Mirror, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Simple lines, a modest form, and a well-worn finish give this small Qing-dynasty tray a provincial charm that recalls the warmth of home. The tray has a beveled pinewood frame, now m...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Mirror, Pine
SET of 2 traditional Italian Jugs GUBBIO floral handpainted Jug Wine Pitcher
Located in Landshut, BY
Design Period 1955 to 1965
Production Period around 1960
Country of Manufacture Italy Gubbio Umbria (Provincia di Perugia)
MARKED: by artist C.A.F.F. Gubbio
:-:very good condi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Maiolica
$456 Sale Price
40% Off
Large French Antique Wire Escargot Collecting Basket With Lid Flower Forage Trug
Located in Bristol, GB
VINTAGE FORAGING TRUG
An unusual example with a wirework lid that can be fixed closed, originally designed to stop the live snails escaping!
Could now be used for its original in...
Category
Early 20th Century French Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Antique Rustic Hand Woven Karagumoy Filipino Two Toned Grain Basket
Located in Yonkers, NY
A hand woven karagumoy Filipino basket from the 19th century, with checkered two-toned structure, side opening and rustic character. Created in the Philippines...
Category
19th Century Philippine Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Natural Fiber, Wood
20th Century Handcrafted Terracotta Vase with Rich Glaze
Located in London, GB
This Turkish terracotta jar exudes timeless authenticity with its smooth surface, twin handles, and striking glazed rim. Handcrafted in Anatolia, it reflects the skilled traditions o...
Category
1940s Turkish Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay
17th Century Sawankhalok ceramic Shipwreck Jar, Thailand
By Asian Modern
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A wonderful example of a Sawankhalok ceramic jar, sourced from a Shipwreck off the Coast of the Indonesian Island of Batam. Batam was one of the most substantial and influential port...
Category
17th Century Thai Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century Lidded Vessel or Sculptural Horn Decorated with Etched Pewter
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful Horn resting on three hand wrought pewter legs with a tip, collar and lid with hand crafted etching and details.
The horn is a compliment to any shelf, console table - a...
Category
19th Century Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Pewter
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 Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble
Black Forest Cabin Decor Antler Candelabra, circa 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Black Forest Cabin Decor Antler Candelabra, circa 1900
A very rare and great cabin decor style five-armed candelabra with five candle spouts. Made of original deer and virginia deer...
Category
Late 19th Century German Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Antler
Stylish Cabin Decor Antler Candle Holder with Deer Carving, Germany ca. 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Stylish cabin decor antler candle holder with deer carving, Germany ca. 1900
A fashionable rustic candle holder, made of antlers from the deer. The spout is made of turned antler pi...
Category
Late 19th Century German Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Antler, 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 Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
Vintage Woven Rattan Carrying Basket with Large Tripartite Handle
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage woven rattan carrying basket from the mid-20th century, with large handle. This mid-century vintage carrying basket, skillfully crafted from...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Rattan
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 Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
1930s English Ceramic Ribbed Mantle Vase
Located in Stamford, CT
1930s unglazed ceramic mantle vase. Overall matte finish. Vase interior is a jade green color.
Category
1930s English Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ironstone
19th Century Spanish Pottery
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 19th-century Spanish pottery jar showcases the rustic charm and artistic flair of traditional Mediterranean craftsmanship. Hand-thrown from terracotta, its warm ochre glaze is b...
Category
19th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Petite Chinese Tea Tray, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Simple lines, a modest form and a layer of hand-brushed lacquer give this petite Qing-dynasty tray a provincial charm that recalls the warmth of home. The original black lacquer fini...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Spanish Terracotta Water Jar with Single Handle and Cork Plug
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish Handcrafted Rustic Water Jar with Plug, Terracotta
Hand-made terracotta single handled water jar with cork lid, Spain 1930s-1940s.
Traditional Spanish large terracotta jar or...
Category
20th Century Spanish Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware, Terracotta
$1,570 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Handmade Hungarian Wooden Dough Bowl, Early 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Beautiful hand carved Hungarian dough bowl, 1930s
In good rustic condition. As with all vintage items there will be signs of wear and tear from use over the years.
2 repairs have b...
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
$261 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid Century Rustic Wicker or Rattan Plant Stand
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, GB
Mid Century Wicker or Rattan Plant Stand. Elevate your home decor with this beautifully crafted piece perfect for adding a touch of rustic charm to any space.
H: 30cm
W: 52 cm
Category
Mid-20th Century British Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Rattan
Rare French Majolica Parrot Wall Pocket Choisy Le Roi, Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Rare French Majolica Parrot cockatoo Wall Pocket Choisy Le Roi, Circa 1890.
Extremely rare green colors.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century French Faience Egg Basket Desvres Fourmaintraux
By Desvres
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century French Faience egg basket signed Desvres Fourmaintraux.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Faience
Petite Chinese Tea Tray, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Simple lines, a modest form and a layer of hand-brushed lacquer give this petite Qing-dynasty tray a provincial charm that recalls the warmth of home. The original black lacquer fini...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century Turkish Handled Earthenware Storage Jar in Earthy Brown
Located in London, GB
Bring history and warmth to your space with this Earthy Brown Handled Turkish Storage Jar, a 20th-century artifact from Anatolia, celebrated for...
Category
1930s Turkish Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay
Mid Century Rustic Ceramics by Marius Van Woerden for Vest Keramiek, 1960s
Located in Valencia, VC
Wabi-Sabi Style Vintage Ceramics by Marius Van Woerden, Vest Keramiek, 1960s
A stunning set of three handmade ceramics by Dutch artist Marius Van Woerden, created in his studio Vest...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Stoneware
$541 Sale Price / set
30% Off
Vintage Ceramic Art Pottery Hittite Bottle Ring Wine Decanter Jug Sculpture 19"
Located in Dayton, OH
20th century unglazed brown art pottery decanter jug / bottle / pitcher with conical base, faux stopper, and handcrafted wood grain / tree bark texture.
DIMENSIONS
13.5" x 5" x 18....
Category
20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Large Glass Apothecary Jar
Located in Queens, NY
American Country style apothecary jar with stopper
Has a large crack in it.
Category
Early 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
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 Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Antique Asian Wood Bucket
Located in Sheffield, MA
A classically shaped antique Chinese cypress water bucket with original cast iron handles and straps with lovely old wood patina. The rustic country style bucket has many practical u...
Category
Early 20th Century Asian Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
Spanish 19th Century Hand Forged Iron Bird Fragment
Located in Buisson, FR
Great hand forged iron bird ornament. Was once part of a larger item.
Weathered. Spain circa 1850
Measurements include the wooden base.
Category
19th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
$386 Sale Price
43% Off
Rough American Red Jasper Display Specimen - 783 Grams - Late 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Rough American Jasper display specimen - featuring an attractive and consistent rich red color with a single diagonal vein of quartz - known as a stone of protection and balance for ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone
Rustic Swedish Turned Bowl
Located in Houston, TX
Rustic Swedish turned bowl circa 1880-1909.
Note: Due to regional changes in humidity and climate during shipping, antique wood may shrink and/or ...
Category
Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Vintage Metal Clawfoot Planter
Located in High Point, NC
These rustic planters are a playful interpretation on typical zinc garden-ware. Inspired by traditional outdoor pitchers, wash-bins and basins, this metal planter is weather resistan...
Category
1940s European Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal, Zinc
$595 / item
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 ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Thai Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Bamboo
Petite Chinese Sticky Rice Basket
Located in Chicago, IL
This woven basket from Guizhou province celebrates the beautiful simplicity of a hand-woven object. Expertly woven of thin bamboo strips, the little basket was originally used for pr...
Category
20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Bamboo
Chinese Bent Handle Fisherman
s Basket, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Basket making is an ancient and humble craft, but in the hands of a skilled weaver a simple willow basket can become a truly beautiful work of art. This bent handle basket was made i...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Willow, Bentwood
Chinese Bent Handle Fisherman
s Basket, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Basket making is an ancient and humble craft, but in the hands of a skilled weaver a simple willow basket becomes a truly beautiful statement. The artisan’s mastery is evident in thi...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Willow
Rustic decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Rustic decorative objects 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 decorative objects created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, asian art and furniture, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rustic decorative objects made in a specific country, there are Europe, Asia, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative objects, popular names associated with this style include José Alves Cunha, Michel Caugant, Sarreguemines, and Bavent. 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 decorative objects 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 $65,000 while the average work can sell for $714.
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