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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
French White Terracotta Majolica Rabbit Bavent, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Small French white terracotta Majolica rabbit Bavent, circa 1890. (Normandy). Measures: Length / 8 inches, height / 6 ...
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1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

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Terracotta, Majolica

19th Century French Majolica Tulip Cache Pot
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century French Majolica Tulip Cache Pot.
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1890s Belgian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Chinese Bent Handle Fisherman s Basket, c. 1850
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...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

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Bentwood, Willow

Spanish Rustic Iron Cauldron Pot or Vessel with Original Rusty Patina
Located in Barcelona, ES
Primitive Rustic Iron Cauldron from the northern part of Spain, 1920s Made in molded cast iron, originally used for cooking. This iron vessel is heavily constructed, it is strong an...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Decorative Objects

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Iron

19th Century Lift-Top Walnut Grain Bin or Log Box
Located in Doylestown, PA
Antique handcrafted grain or flour bin with a lift top, circa 1870. This is a beautiful, rustic bin crafted of solid wood planks with bracket feet and a hinged top displaying a desi...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

French Majolica Duck Tureen, circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica duck tureen circa 1950.
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1950s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Extraordinary Yellow Blown Glass Vase - Early 20th Century
Located in Barcelona, ES
Elevate your decor with the exquisite beauty of this extraordinary yellow blown glass vase from the early 20th century. Crafted by an unknown manufacturer in Spain circa 1930, this v...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Decorative Objects

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Glass

Antique 4 Gallon Brown Beehive Drip Glaze Stoneware Whiskey Jug Jar 16"
Located in Dayton, OH
Early 20th century four gallon stoneware whiskey jug. Beehive shape with handle at the top, finished in a dark brown drip glaze. Stenciled and etched with the number 4. Dimensions: ...
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Early 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

19th Century Japanese Burl Wood Dai
Located in Chicago, IL
An incredible 19th century Japanese Wabi Sabi burl wood dai with a perfect circular recessed tray, once used to display an object of beauty, but perfect today for catching your keys ...
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19th Century Japanese Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Burl

Large Antique “Pignata” Pot Italy
Located in Ventura, CA
Large Pignate Pots – Hand-Thrown Terracotta (Puglia, Early 1900s) Discover the essence of “ceramica rustica” with these exquisite large pignate pots, hand-thrown from terracotta in ...
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19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

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.
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1930s Portuguese Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Early 20th Century Chinese Grain Scoop
Located in Chicago, IL
A century ago, someone held this carved wooden scoop in their hand everyday as they measured out rice or other grains. Hewn from a single block of wood, the scoop has a rustic, chise...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Two-Spouted Terracotta Canari Vessel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Terracotta African Canari Vessel with Two Spouts Serpent Detail. Cote D’Ivoire, circa 1960.
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1960s African Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Woven Rattan Picnic Hamper Basket
Located in Bradenton, FL
A large wicker woven rattan picnic hamper basket, with a plaid cloth lining and two handles. Two open weave bands decorate the sides allowing the pattern...
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Late 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

American Country Wooden Duck
Located in Queens, NY
American Country (19/20th Cent) painted wood figure of duck decoy
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19th Century American Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Paint

19th Century Majolica Palissy Jardiniere Thomas Sergent
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century Majolica Palissy Jardiniere signed Thomas Sergent. Decorated with a frog, a fish, a lizard, shells and plants.
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1880s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Statue sculpture life size antique old Roman Greek stone reclaimed carving decor
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Antique statue life sized Roman Greek natural stone old sculpture. The antique life sized statue displayed in this Ad is one of 12 reclaimed life sized ...
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18th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Limestone

Early 19th Century painted pine blanket box
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 19th century painted pine blanket box circa 1828. Fine example of the traditional method of storage in Sweden, utilising the plentiful pine and hand decorating. Rectangular b...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine, Paint

19th Century Swedish Serving Trough in Early Green Paint
Located in Houston, TX
19th century Swedish serving trough in early green paint.
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

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...
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Late 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Resin

Antique Handcrafted Earthenware Amphora Vase with Looped Handles
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This remarkable antique amphora embodies the enduring artistry of traditional pottery, offering not just a vessel, but a tangible connection to the rhythms of ancient life. Hand-shap...
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19th Century Asian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

Gigantic Rustic Found Carved Wooden Clock Tower Hands
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Wonderful found object art in these rustic carved wood clock tower hands, monumental in scale, and having some vestiges of the original worn paint. Large hand is 54” w Smaller 39.5 w
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19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Spanish Terracotta Cooking Olla, Handcrafted Rustic Style
Located in Valencia, VC
A traditional double-handled terracotta cooking olla with a rich, aged patina. The exterior features a raw, matte terracotta finish, while the rim and interior are glazed, making it ...
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Late 19th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay, Earthenware, Terracotta

Indian Antique Wooden Hand Noodle Maker with Carved Ram and Vice Press
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indian antique carved wooden hand noodle press from the 19th century, with ram motif. Created in India during the 19th century, this wooden piece was originally used to hand make noodles. Showcasing a vice press, the body is adorned with a carved ram whose head and behind expand from a central square. This container is where the dough was placed and the vice part would press it into noodles. The ram head is carved with nice motifs, particularly visible on his curling antlers. The sides are adorned with medallions adorned with rosettes on all sides. Boasting a nicely weathered appearance revealing its nice age and use, this antique Indian carved wooden...
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19th Century Indian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

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.
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1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Small French Majolica Reticulated Jardiniere Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Small French Majolica Reticulated handled Jardiniere Circa 1890. Leaves and berries. W / 8 by 4.8 inches. H / 3.4 inches.
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1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Faience, Pottery

Large French Pottery Majolica Pheasant Tureen circa 1930
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Pottery Majolica Pheasant Tureen circa 1930.
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1930s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica, Pottery

Large Faience Soup Tureen Delft, circa 1930
Located in Austin, TX
Faience Soup Tureen Delft, circa 1930. Chinoiserie scene on the platter , handle with fish and lobster. Platter 17.5 by 13.3 inches. Height / 11.5 inches.
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1930s Dutch Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Faience

Rare Rustic wabi sabi style vase in solid wood, France 1800s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1800 / vase / wood / Rustic / Antique Handmade French solid wooden vase from the late 18th or early 19th century. This decorative antique piece was crafted from warm dark b...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

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.  
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1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Rustic Wicker Buttock Basket
Located in Bradenton, FL
A rustic wicker rattan ‘buttock’ gathering basket, so named for the shape of the basket viewed from one side. A wooden branch handle forms the spine underneath the basket, with anoth...
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Late 20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wicker, Rattan, Wood

Large Majolica Terracotta Dog Terrier Bavent
Located in Austin, TX
Large Majolica terracotta dog Terrier Bavent ( Normandy ) 19 inches Lenght.
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Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

French Faience Quimper Clock Circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
French Faience Quimper Clock Circa 1950.
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1950s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Large Mid-Century French Rattan Waste bin or Basket
Located in Austin, TX
Mid-Century French Rattan Waste bin ,basket or cache pot. H / 12.8 inches, D / 15.3 inches.
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1960s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Handcrafted Turkish Terracotta Storage Pot, Vintage Clay Vessel, 20th Century
Located in London, GB
Bring the rich heritage of Turkish craftsmanship into your space with this Handcrafted Turkish Terracotta Storage Pot. Made in the 20th century, this vintage clay vessel showcases th...
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1950s Turkish Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay

German Porcelain Pig Circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Fine German Porcelain Pig Circa 1900. H / 3 inches. L / 5.5 inches.
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Early 1900s German Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Pre-Columbian Etched Bronze Bowl with Llama Figures
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A bronze bowl to decorate your home Display cultural heritage and rustic charm in your home with this pre-Columbian inspired etched bronze bowl from Chile. Crafted with bronze, this ...
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2010s Chilean Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

French Faience Handled Server Platter HB Quimper Circa 1940
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century French Faience Shell Platter signed HB Quimper. In a shell shape decorated with whippets and a coat of arm from Brittany. 1860 to 1883 , first mark HB. 9.8 by 7.8 inches.
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1940s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Faience

19th Century Majolica Insects Musicians Cachepot
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century Majolica Insects Musicians Cachepot. Bugs and grasshopper with music instrument. H / 7 inches. L / 12.5 by 9 inches.
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1880s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Majolica Vase Birds Lilac Jerome Massier Fils circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica Vase Birds & Lilac signed Jerome Massier Fils circa 1900. H / 11.5 inches , diameter / 7 inches. The Massier are known for the quality of their unique enamels and paintings....
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Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica, Ceramic

French Faience Vase HB Quimper, Circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
French Faience vase signed HB Quimper Circa 1920.     
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1920s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Faience

White Majolica Pate Tureen Digoin Sarreguemines Circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
White Majolica Pate Tureen Digoin Sarreguemines Circa 1950.
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1950s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

19th c. French Anduze Jardiniere Vase signed André Caulet 1860, Montpellier
Located in Wichita, KS
A large French Anduze jardiniere urn signed by André Caulet 1860, Montpellier. Marked with a crest in cartouche. This vase has a beautiful worn glaze of brown, green, and ochre wit...
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19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Vintage Bronze Pot – Catalan Foundry in Olot, Spain, Circa 1985
Located in Barcelona, ES
Vintage Bronze Pot – Catalan Foundry in Olot, Spain, Circa 1985 Bring timeless craftsmanship into your home with this vintage bronze pot, made in a renowned Catalan foundry in Olot,...
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1980s Spanish Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Outdoor Country Iron Deer Statuary
Located in Queens, NY
Outdoor American Country style (19/20th Cent) painted iron life size figure of deer
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19th Century American Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

46 Piece Collection of 19th /20th C. Spanish Colonial Tinajas/ Vases
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Collection of 46 Spanish Colonial Hand-Thrown Terracotta Vessels, Late 19th–Early 20th Century A rare and visually striking assembled collection of forty-six Spanish Colonial–style ...
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Late 19th Century South American Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Pair of French Majolica Flowers Vases Snails Choisy Le Roi, Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of French Majolica Flowers Vases With Snails Choisy Le Roi, Circa 1890.
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1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

French Woven Wicker Garden Trug
Located in Chicago, IL
This charming 20th-century French hand-woven wicker garden trug exudes rustic elegance and practicality. Designed with two sections divided by a sturdy handle in the center, this tru...
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20th Century French Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wicker

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...
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Mid-20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Vintage English Garden Trug Basket, 20th Century
Located in Chappaqua, NY
Vintage English Garden Trug Basket, circa 1930's. Traditional Sussex oblong shape, bentwood construction. Trugs were designed to gather flowers and herbs from the garden. Lovely aged...
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1930s English Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

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.
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1890s French Antique 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...
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19th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Early 20th Century Copper Jardinieres or Planters with Rams Head Handles
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early 20th Century Pair of Copper Jardinieres or Planters with Rams Head Handles The pair are beautifully patinated and have signs of repair with brass that add to the unique primi...
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Early 20th Century European Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Copper

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...
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19th Century Portuguese Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

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...
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20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Bamboo

Rustic Swedish Turned Wooden Bowl
Located in Houston, TX
Rustic Swedish turned wooden bowl dating to the mid-to-late 19th century. Excellent dry mid-brown patina and decorative incised line marks from the turni...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Softwood

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...
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Mid-20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

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.
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1870s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Rustic Black Forest Walnut Wall Clock
Located in Queens, NY
Rustic Black Forest (19th Century) walnut wall clock with carved floral decoration and bird pediment with 5 shelves. (Not working)
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19th Century Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Walnut

French Majolica Fish Jardiniere Desvres Masse Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Majolica Fish jardiniere signed Desvres Masse circa 1890. ( North of France ) L / 14.5 inches L , H / 5.5 inches.
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1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

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.