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
West Country Pancheon, 1920s Terracotta Dairy Bowl
Located in London, England
Wondrous West Country / Cornish terracotta dairy bowl / pancheon.
Gloriously hand decorated. Also one of the largest and most intact we’ve handled.
British 1920s
D 50cm x H 20cm
Category
Early 20th Century British Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Italian 19th Century Patinated Iron Ram
s Head Sculpture with Rusty Finish
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian wall hanging patinated iron ram's head sculpture from the 19th century, with rusty finish and great finesse in the details. Created in Italy during the 19th century, this ...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
2 Handle Striped Confit Pot
Located in Ventura, CA
This hand-thrown 2-handle striped confit pot, made from terracotta in Puglia during the mid-1800s, is a classic example of rural Italian pottery. Originally used for preserving foods...
Category
Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Chinese Turned Wooden Mortar, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This petite pinewood vessel is an early 20th century mortar once used daily in a provincial kitchen to grind herbs, spices, and condiments. The rustic container was hand-turned to an...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Pine
Antique French Glazed Storage Pot with Handles, 1900
Located in London, England
Antique French storage / preserve pot.
Lovely ochre outer glaze, with a honey golden slip.
Nicely proportioned with sweet carry handles.
France 1900
H 25cm x D 27cm
Category
Early 20th Century French Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
19th C European Black Forest Figural Wood Carved Bearded Man Lidded Tobacco Jar
Located in Philadelphia, PA
19th C European Black Forest Figural Wood Carved Bearded Man Lidded Tobacco Jar. Circa 19th Century. Measurements: 9" H 1350x 5" W x 5.5" D
Category
19th Century Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Antique Red Marble Vessel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully Veined Red Marble Mortar Vessel. France, circa 1900.
Category
Early 20th Century French Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble
Black Forest Walnut Bird Mantel Clock
Located in Queens, NY
Rustic Black Forest (19th Century) carved walnut mantel clock with floral design and bird figure with spread wings on top and 2 bird figures below...
Category
19th Century Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Boho Monumental Carved Musician
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This imposing, hand-carved sculpture captures a dynamic figure, likely a musician, dressed in a folk or cowboy hat and playing a large drum. Carved from a single piece of rich, mediu...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Vintage Boho Original Studio Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This charming hand-thrown stoneware vase is a wonderful example of functional Mid-Century Studio Pottery, marked by its expressive glaze application. The vessel features a classic ta...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Abstract Mixed Media "Snakey" Sculpture Styled After Donna Hapac
Located in Chicago, IL
Abstract Mixed Media "Snakey" Sculpture Styled After Donna Hapac
This wire and wood snake sculpture has a neutral blue and grey pallor. It is mad...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Linen, Reed, Wood
Vintage Boho Hand Painted Bird Bowl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Infuse your home with whimsical charm with this delightful vintage Boho hand-painted bird bowl. This unique ceramic piece captures the essence of artisanal craftsmanship, featuring a...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ancient Hand Hewn Burlwood Bowl
Located in Dallas, TX
The Brendan Bass Estate Collection is an homage to the beauty of vintage and antique
pieces, each artfully concealing endless stories collected through the generations in which they...
Category
19th Century Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century French Patinated Concrete Faux Bois Split-Log Planter on Legs
Located in Dallas, TX
Stage your backyard or garden with this large antique outdoor planter. Crafted in France circa 1950 and rectangular in shape, the heavy jardini...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Concrete, Iron
Organic Textured Green Elongated Vase
By Maria Loram
Located in Pasadena, CA
This vase is perfect for any home decor. It is handmade and wheel-thrown in my home studio in Pasadena. This unique, one-of-a-kind vase features an organic textured surface with a st...
Category
2010s American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Clay
French Rustic and Rural Wash Basin Early 19th in Terracotta
Located in Stockholm, SE
Charming and at the same time rural decorative early 19th century French terracotta was basin.
Looking as it has been around for a while, maybe displayed as an object in a French mo...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Trencher-Shaped Rustic Swedish Dug Out Bowl
Located in Houston, TX
Trencher-shaped rustic Swedish pine dug out bowl hand-carved circa 1820-1859. Dry, pale light grayish brown color finish. Inscribed with a faint single runic character.
Note: When s...
Category
1820s Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Pine
Small Swedish Trough with Makers Mark with Dry Rubbed Finish
Located in Houston, TX
Small Swedish trough, or trencher, with incised makers mark in dry-rubbed finish. Beautiful dry, pale patina and grayish-brown color. Circa 1840-1879.
...
Category
1840s Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Chinese Good Fortune River Basket, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Centuries ago, a woven reed fisherman’s basket such as this would have been common in rural China as an everyday item, used until it became worn through. This hand-woven example rema...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Willow
Chinese Round Grain Container with Offering Fruits, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This hand-crafted wood container dates to the early 20th century and was used to store rice and other grains. The lidded container has a rounded body with a short footed base, constr...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Spanish Rustic Handcrafted Copper Pitcher, Jug, Container with Handle
Located in Madrid, ES
Hammered, riveted and soldered in 18th century Spain, this copper container was made for common household use, but with its sculptural form, rich color and patina of age it surpasses...
Category
18th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Copper
Bronze Rhino Candelabra
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
Rhino Sculpture Candelabra, handcrafted in cast bronze with brown patina with small Rhino, Acacia tree and leaf motif.
I model these decorative features in wax by hand before casting, making every candelabra a true original as no mold is made. Using the lost wax method, I sculpt, cast, chase, and finish each piece myself, blending natural motifs with refined craftsmanship. The result is a distinctive, sculptural candelabra that stands out as a statement piece - both functional and artistic. Patinas may vary. All candelabras are unique and made to order by hand. Candles not provided. Similar bronze single and double candle sticks in different sizes & motifs on request. Cost on application. Can also be made in pairs.
Functional art: Combining art, design and functionality, all furniture and lighting...
Category
2010s South African Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
$1,790 / item
1950s French Concrete Sculpture
Located in High Point, NC
This concrete painted sculpture was made in France, circa 1950. The statue depicts a young boy standing, his right arm leaning on a basket, his left hand waving a bell. His clothing ...
Category
1950s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Concrete
$1,077 Sale Price
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Wood and Steel Totem
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
These 7-foot-tall hand-carved wooden totems make a serious statement. With a natural patina and unique character, they bring a bold, artistic vibe that works in all kinds of spaces, ...
Category
19th Century Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Steel
$3,400
Provincial Chinese Farm Tray, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This early-20th century wooden tray from northern China charms with rustic texture and asymmetric form. hand carved from a single block of wood, the tray has a rectangular shape with...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Vintage Boho Ribbed Terracotta Urn
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage boho ribbed terracotta urn exudes earthy charm and artisanal craftsmanship. Its textured ribbed design and warm terracotta tones make it a versatile accent piece, perfec...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Large Rustic Clay Water Jar, Natural Patina, Java
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This antique water jar from Java is a traditional hand-crafted vessel used for storing food or drinking water. Made from natural terracotta, it features a beautiful weathered surface with signs of age and use, adding charm and authenticity. Its generous rounded shape and neutral earthy tones make it a striking decorative piece for both indoor and outdoor settings. Each jar is unique in form and patina, reflecting its handmade origin. These jars are frost-sensitive and should be protected from freezing conditions. Ideal for those seeking original ethnic pottery with historical value and raw aesthetic. This large clay jar...
Category
Early 19th Century Indonesian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay, Terracotta
Set of 2 Monumental Terracotta Jars, Hand-Crafted, Java, 19th Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This rare set of two monumental terracotta jars from Java dates to the 19th century and was traditionally used for water or grain storage. Each jar is hand-crafted and wood-fired, fe...
Category
Early 20th Century Indonesian Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay, Terracotta
Large Provincial Chinese Farm Tray, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This wooden farm tray from northern China charms with its rustic finish and asymmetrical form. Hand-carved from a single block of wood, the large tray is truly one-of-a-kind, shaped ...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Small Terracotta Pignata Pot
Located in Ventura, CA
Small Terracotta Pignata Pot
The Small Terracotta Pignata Pot is a hand-thrown ceramic piece dating back to the early 1900s, crafted in the charming towns of Cutrofiano and Lucugnan...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
French Turn of the Century 1900s Two-Tiered Green Painted Oval Jardinière
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French two-tiered oval shaped jardinière from the early 20th century, with green and white painted metal, scrolling accents and weathered appearance. Created in France during the T...
Category
Early 20th Century French Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal, Iron
Merchant Navy “Grog Tub”, Oak and Brass Sailor’s Rum Barrel A super piece.
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Merchant Navy “Grog Tub”, Oak and Brass Sailor’s Rum Barrel
A super piece and an essential to the sailors, the barrel known as a “Grog Tub” a tot of rum was given from this to the s...
Category
19th Century Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Oak
Chinese Double Steamed Wine Jar
Located in Chicago, IL
This early 20th-century ceramic jar is formed in a traditional shape meant for storing wine and spirits made from rice and grains. Known as cheng, these jars are defined by having a ...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
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
Wood, Willow
Primitive Antique Flax Comb
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
A charming primitive flax comb or hetchel. Germany, probably early 19th century.
Originally, the comb was used to produce the hard-wearing natural fibre lin...
Category
19th Century German Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
French 19th century carved solid wood rooster shop display
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
French 19th century carved solid wood rooster shop display circa 1880.
Here we have a rare item which is likely to be a french shop sign, which would of been suspended above the sho...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Oak, Paint
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
Wood, Willow, Fabric
Provincial Farm Tray, C. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This wooden farm tray from northern China charms with its rustic finish and asymmetrical form. Hand-carved from a single block of wood, the large tray is truly one-of-a-kind, shaped ...
Category
Early 20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
German Horn and Oak Cellarette
Located in Queens, NY
Continental German (19th Century) horn trimmed and oak cellarette with side handles
Category
19th Century German Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Oak, Horn
Primitive Rustic Basket, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Primitive rustic laundry basket handcrafted in 19th century France, a captivating decorative piece in any home or a unique pot for your plants. Its authentic, weathered patina tells ...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Rustic English 1900s Pine Box on Straight Legs with Weathered Patina
Located in Atlanta, GA
A rustic English pine box on legs from the early 20th century, with brass escutcheon. Created in England during the early years of the 20th century, this p...
Category
Early 20th Century French Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
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
Set of Three Antique Rustic Spanish Hammered Copper Containers, Pitchers
Located in Madrid, ES
These three antique copper containers were hand made in Spain for common household purposes, but with their sculptural forms, rich colors and...
Category
18th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Copper, Wrought Iron
Vintage Boho Carved Wood Cat
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a charming and whimsical touch to your space with this vintage carved cat figurine. Handcrafted with intricate detailing, this boho-inspired wooden cat showcases natural wood gra...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Chinese Cast Iron Vessel, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This cast-iron vessel has an elegant form reminiscent of the beautiful ironwork, bronzes, and ceramics perfected by Chinese artisans thousands of years ago...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
18th Century Swedish Wedding Box
Located in Houston, TX
This late 18th-century Swedish wooden box is a captivating artifact that transports us to a bygone era. Originating from the final decade of the 18th century in Sweden, it boasts a t...
Category
18th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Tall and Heavy Elmwood Mortar Antique Plant Cover Coffee Table Wabi Sabi
Located in Antwerp, BE
A tall and heavy elmwood mortar; 17th or 18th century.
Antique Plant Cover Coffee Table Wabisabi.
Measures:
Diameter 40 cm.
Height 46 cm.
Category
17th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Wabi Sabi Wooden Bowl #3
Located in Rīga, LV
Antique primitive carved wooden bowl (#3) with a beautiful patina. Distressed wood, please check the photos.
Additional information:
Origin: Latvia
Dimensions: W 68 cm x D 31.5 cm x...
Category
20th Century Latvian Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Small Terracotta Pignata Pot w Multi Col Spot
Located in Ventura, CA
This small terracotta pignata pot with multi-colored spots, hand-thrown in Cutrofiano-Lucugnano, Puglia, dates back to the early 1900s and embodies the essence of "ceramica rustica....
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Vintage Boho Original Studio Pottery Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Discover the organic beauty of this exquisite vintage studio pottery vase, a true testament to the potter's art. Its classic bottle form is masterfully hand-thrown, showcasing a dyna...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery, Stoneware
French 1890s Rustic Painted Tôle Box with Wood Grain Finish and Goldenrod Accent
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French painted tôle box from the late 19th century, with wood grain patterns and goldenrod accents. Created in France during the last decade of the 19th century, this tôle box feat...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Tôle
Set of 3 Hand-Carved Sandstone Roosters
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 3 Hand-Carved Sandstone Roosters. China, circa 1920. For the Chinese, rooster symbolism is linked to good luck, wealth, and fortune.
8” H 11” W x 5” D (approximate dimensions...
Category
1920s Chinese Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Sandstone
Antique English Oak Brass and Copper Barrel Style Bucket, circa 1840
Located in San Francisco, CA
Wonderfully aged oak bucket or large pitcher with brass banding, handle and spout.
England, Mid-19th Century.
Category
Mid-19th Century English Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Vintage Chinese Cast Iron Chrysanthemum Mortar
Located in Chicago, IL
This vintage iron mortar from China's Shanxi province was cast in low relief with a delicate chrysanthemum in bloom. Originally used in a traditional apothecary to create herbal medi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
Vintage Chinese Floral Cast Iron Mortar
Located in Chicago, IL
This vintage cast iron mortar from China's Shanxi province is patterned in low relief with a simple floral design. Originally used in a traditional ap...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
Hoopoe Candlestick in cast bronze featuring an African bird
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
Candelabra in cast bronze featuring a Hoopoe* which is a beautiful little African bird. Hand crafted and unique candlestick in cast bronze. The decorative elements, such as the Hoopoe, were individually wax modelled, making each piece entirely unique, as no molds were used.
Height excluding candles is 42 cm. Candles not provided. Similar bronze single and double candle sticks in different sizes
motifs on request. Cost on application. Can also be made in pairs. Combining art, design and functionality, all furniture and lighting...
Category
2010s South African Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Planters - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stunning pair of vintage glazed ceramic planters channels the timeless beauty of Boho and mid-century design, making them an exquisite addition to any space. Their oversized sil...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
$2,850 / set
19th Century Moroccan Rustic Door On Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Moroccan smaller-sized carved wood door from the late 19th century on custom stand. This antique door from Morocco has a wonderfully rustic appearance, with hand-carved accents and...
Category
19th Century Moroccan Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Vintage Boho Patinated Cherub
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Infuse your space with classical charm and whimsical spirit with this Vintage Patinated Cherub Sculpture. Cast in metal with a beautifully aged verdigris patina, this playful cherub ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
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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