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
Tall Vintage Rustic Wooden Barrel with Slatted Body and Rope-Style Motifs
Located in Yonkers, NY
A tall vintage wooden barrel from Northern Thailand, with slatted body and rope-style motifs. We are immediately drawn to the rustic feel and gre...
Category
Mid-20th Century Thai Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Rare Majolica Chesnut Tureen Luneville, circa 1890
By Luneville
Located in Austin, TX
Rare and colorful Majolica chesnut tureen Luneville, circa 1890.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Antique Candle Stick With Real Chamois Horn, 19th Century
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Candle Stick With Real Chamois Horn, 19th century
A Victorian candle holder, made of horns from the chamois and the deer. The spout and b...
Category
Late 19th Century German Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Antler, Wood
Chinese Woven Garden Basket, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
It is easy to imagine someone, long ago, gathering a harvest from their garden or strolling to the market with this beautiful basket tucked under their arm. Hand-woven of young willo...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Willow, Bentwood
Chinese Well Bucket, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This vintage water bucket conjures up images of water-bearing figures illustrated in painted scrolls. Beautifully aged with a warm patina, this Qi...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
Vintage Double Handle Signed Large Pottery Bowl
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A striking and rare vintage studio pottery centerpiece bowl, beautifully crafted with a classic Greco-Roman inspired silhouette. This artisan-made vessel features a sophisticated two...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay, Terracotta
Thai Vintage Woven Rattan Fruit Market Basket with Pedestal Tapering Base
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Thai vintage woven rattan fruit market basket from the mid 20th century, with pedestal base. Created in Thailand during the midcentury period, this mark...
Category
Mid-20th Century Thai Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Rattan
19th Century French Chef
s Pounder on Marble Plinth
Located in Chicago, IL
This 19th-century French chef's pounder tool, carved from walnut, has a charming, worn look only centuries of use can give. One end is a round, mallet-lik...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble
French Green Glazed Terracotta Pottery
Located in Winter Park, FL
A French earthenware confit pot with traditional green glaze and yellow interior. Old green painted repaired chips to rim. These ordinary earthenware vessels were once used daily in ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
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 statue displayed in this Ad is one of 12 reclaimed life sized limestone s...
Category
18th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Limestone
Wooden Carved Black Forest Tobacco Box Terrier Head ca. 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A Wooden Carved Black Forest Tobacco Box Terrier Head ca. 1900
A beautiful example of hand carved Black Forest work from the Victorian era, circa 1900. The tobacco box is carved in ...
Category
Early 1900s German Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Rustic Adirondack Style Hinged Wooden Box
Located in Queens, NY
Rustic Adirondack style burled wooden hinged box.
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Burl
American Country Brass Candlestick
Located in Queens, NY
American Country-style (20th Century) round brass candlestick with handle
Category
20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
A Rustic European 18th century French faience fountain with spigot
Located in Leesburg, VA
Anonymous
Mid-18th century; probably Moustiers or Nevers, France
Faience and brass
Approximate size: 12.25 (h) x 9 (w) x 6.25 (d) inches
The present dispenser was either used as a water or wine cooler or possibly for washing hands. The original lid is lost-to-time, yet its provincial beauty remains attractive and sublime. The present example—baked with white enamel and decorated with a lovely hand-painted polychrome lattice and floral theme—is warm, elegant and rustic. The curving linear form of the flowers subtly recall the influence of Japan’s Kakiemon style present in France during the Rococo period yet is still indebted to the earlier influence of Italy’s prolific maiolica workshops.
This fountain would serve as an elegant addition for display on an oak or distressed wood console table...
Category
18th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Faience, Porcelain
Pair of Victorian Antler Candle Holders with Fine Carvings, Germany Ca. 1880
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Pair of Victorian antler candle holders with fine carvings, Germany ca. 1880
A pair of Victorian candle holders, made of ebonized wood and antlers f...
Category
Late 19th Century German Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Antler, Wood
Swedish 1790s Rustic Oval Top Wooden Box with Iron Accents and Distressed Patina
Located in Atlanta, GA
A rustic Swedish wooden box from the late 18th century, with iron accents and natural patina. Created in Sweden during the last decade of the 18th century, this wooden box charms us ...
Category
Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Antique Black Forest Wood Carving Hunter Sculpture 1952
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique Black Forest Wood Carving Sculpture – Jägermeister Hunter 1952
Unique hunting scene with hunter, rifle, and real deer antlers.
This beautiful hand-carved Black Forest sculpt...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Antique Oval Copper Storage Bin
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An antique copper vessel in all original condition with two divided lidded compartments, possibly a tinder box. With shaped double hinged lids, a...
Category
19th Century Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass, Copper
Chinese Dou Rice Measure, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This rustic container was made over a hundred years ago to measure and hold a dou of rice, a traditional Chinese unit of volume. The rice measure has a square form with tapered sides...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Elm
Petite Chinese Tea Tray with Rose Mirror, c. 1900
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. Rich with character, the tray ...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Mirror, Wood, Lacquer
20th century carved mango wood novelty dinner gong
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
20th century carved mango wood novelty dinner gong circa 1928.
Here we present a novelty dinner gong made from mango wood, which was retailed by henry howell & co ltd. Having made ...
Category
Early 20th Century English Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Fruitwood
Pair of Rustic Black Forest Carved Walnut Candelabras
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Rustic Black Forest (19th Century) carved walnut 3 arm candelabras with tree form and deer figures on a round base (PRICED AS Pair)
Category
19th Century Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Walnut
Rustic Swedish 1890s Oval Two-Toned Wicker Basket with Large Handles
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish oval wicker basket from the late 19th century, with two large handles. Charming us with its rustic appearance and complimenting colors, this Sw...
Category
Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wicker
Chinese Early 20th Century Rattan Lunch Box with Tripartite Bamboo Handle
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese antique rattan lunch basket from the early 20th century, with bamboo tripartite handle. Created in China during the early years of the 20th century, this lunch box captures...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Rattan, Bamboo
20th Century Whitewashed Anatolian Terracotta Jar
Located in London, GB
This 20th-century Anatolian terracotta jar is a testament to traditional craftsmanship, featuring a hand-applied whitewashed finish that beautifully contrasts its warm terracotta bas...
Category
1930s Turkish Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay
$1,645 / item
19th Century French Shoe Cobbler
s Mallet on Custom Mount
Located in Chicago, IL
A trusty, hardworking 19th century French walnut shoe cobbler's mallet with the most beautiful patina only two hundred years of use could bestow, and mounted on a custom steel stand....
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Walnut
Large Provincial Chinese Farm Tray, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This wooden tray from northern China charms with rustic texture and asymmetric form. Hand-carved from a single block of wood, the tray has an oval shape with rounded corners and tape...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Chinese Provincial Grain Container, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This hand-crafted wooden bucket was once used by farmers in Shanxi, China to transport their harvest of rice and grains over long distances. Counterbalanced by a second container, th...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
20th Century Rustic Anatolian Double-Handled Terracotta Jar
Located in London, GB
An exceptional piece of 20th-century Anatolian craftsmanship, this Turkish amphora features a distinctive triple-handled design that reflects its utili...
Category
1940s Turkish Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay
Monumental Provincial Chinese Bathtub, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
With its grand scale and perfect proportions, this rustic wooden bathtub is true showstopper. The tub has an elongated, oval shape is comprised of thick cypress wood staves held together by three iron bands. Two iron handles on either side of the basin allow it to be easily moved about a space.
Dated to the early 19th century, the wood exhibits beautifully irregular grain patterns and a warm, richly aged patina that only time can achieve. An incredible way to add rustic texture to the home, we love this gorgeous bathtub as a garden planter, a firewood bin...
Category
Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
Rustic Tramp Art Photo Frame with Original Glass Plate, Austria circa 1880
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Lovely Tramp Art photo frame from the period in Austria around 1880. Elaborately hand carved out of bass this antique photo frame shows the beaut...
Category
Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass, Softwood
Swedish 1880s Oval Milk Tub with Blue and Black Paint and Distressed Patina
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish oval-shaped milk tub from the late 19th century with blue paint and black accents. Created in Sweden during the last quarter of the 19th century, this milk tub attracts our...
Category
Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Vintage Hand Carved Brown Painted Wood Horse Sculpture, Sweden circa 1940
Located in Round Top, TX
It is the very worn look that creates the wonderful appeal of this original painted and carved horse.
The brown paint has been worn off along the back, while the tattered leather ears and carved black painted mane reflect a simpler time. Real horse hair was used to create the tail.
Sold in used vintage condition.
Please examine the close up photos to understand condition and details, inlcuding worn paint, nicks, scratches, wood cracks and separation, etc. Wonderful vintage display item...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Leather, Wood, Paint
Chinese Wooden Rice Measure Baskets with Handles and Metal Accents, Sold Each
Located in Yonkers, NY
Three rustic Chinese rice measure wooden baskets from the mid 20th century with brown color, handles and metal accents. They are priced and sold individually. Immerse yourself in the rustic charm of these mid-20th century Chinese rice measure baskets...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Antique Big Tirolean Hand-Carved Chestnut Wood Basin Bowl, Nice How Centrepiece
Located in Vigonza, Padua
An early 20th century tirolean hand-carved "Cirmolo" wood basin bowl, nice how centrepiece. Restored and finished shellac
An important antique pi...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Large Rustic Wicker Basket
Located in Stockton, NJ
A large vintage rustic wicker basket with lid. Original white painted finish with excellent patina.
Category
Early 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wicker
Rustic Style Taxidermy Bear
Located in Queens, NY
American Rustic style life size taxidermy bear with cinnamon colored fur standing on naturalistic base
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Fur
18th Century French Hand Carved and Painted Wood Statue
Located in Dallas, TX
18th century French hand carved and painted wood statue still shows vestiges of its original painted finish. Depicting a nun reading a bible, the n...
Category
Late 18th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Oak, Paint
Pair of Ostrich Eggs on Brass Dolphin Bases in the Style of Antony Redmile
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Ostrich Eggs at a pair of Brass Dolphin Stands in the style of Antony Redmile. After wondering why a pair of my brass dolphin candlesticks weren't selling I decided to make my own pair of Antony Redmile inspired Ostrich Egg candle...
Category
20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Decorative Antique Antler Candelabra with Three Spouts, 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Decorative antique Antler candelabra with three spouts 1900
A countrycore antique three-armed candleholder, made of antlers from the deer and virginia deer. It was executed in the B...
Category
Late 19th Century German Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Antler
Turkish Vintage Pitcher Jug, Primitive Clay Vessel, 20th Century
Located in London, GB
Infuse your space with the rich charm of this Bronzed Anatolian Pitcher Jug, a vintage Turkish clay vessel from the 20th century. This striking piece features a bronzed finish that b...
Category
1940s Turkish Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay
Rustic Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Woven Rattan Round Grain Basket
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty antique rattan round grain basket from the 19th century, with nice patina. Created in China during the 19h century, this grain basket features a thin lip sitting above a brown woven rattan body. With its rustic appeal and simple lines, this 19th century Chinese grain basket...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Rattan
Chinese Grain Storage Container, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This hand-crafted wooden bucket was once used by farmers in Shanxi, China to transport their harvest of rice and grains over long distances. Counterbalanced by a second container, th...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Traditional 19th century Swedish shaped box on stand
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Traditional 19th century Swedish shaped box on stand.
Rustic made Scandinavian metal bound strong box on later stand.
Useful addition of a base makes this an ideal sofa side storag...
Category
Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
17th Century French Hand Forged Iron Candleholder
Located in Buisson, FR
Amazing 17th century hand forged iron candleholder. A wonderful example of primitive folk art. A perfect balance between utility and aesthetics.
France, Spain, 17th century. Weathe...
Category
17th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
$588 Sale Price
50% Off
Black Forest Candle Holder with Pewter Base and Spout, Germany, circa 1860s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A Black Forest Candle Holder with Pewter Base and Spout, Germany circa 1860s
An antique Black Forest candle holder with pewter base and spout. Made with an original deer antler. Man...
Category
Mid-19th Century German Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Pewter
Pair of Ostrich Eggs on Matching Solid Brass Bases
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Pair of Ostrich Eggs on matching brass stands. These work well on a dining table, flanking a fireplace or console, or placed in two different spaces.
The bases are actually sli...
Category
20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Vintage Industrial Clamp
Located in San Francisco, CA
Introducing a stunning industrial C-shaped clamp, expertly welded to a durable steel base. This unique piece is not only functional but also a charming addition to your home decor. W...
Category
Mid-20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
$260 Sale Price
20% Off
Italy Mid-18th Century Pair of Ceramic Carafes in White and Blue for Pharmacy
Located in Brescia, IT
In the past, this pair of beautiful ceramics carafes, was utilized in a Pharmacy to contain erbs and spices infusions.
The carafes shows all signs of the time, but they remain a pai...
Category
Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Italy Mid-18th Century Pair of Ceramic Carafes in White and Blue for Pharmacy
Located in Brescia, IT
In the past, this pair of very beautiful ceramics carafes, was utilized in a Pharmacy to contain erbs and spices infusions.
The carafes show all signs of the time, they remain a pai...
Category
Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
$1,522 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Chinese Stone Garden Trough, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Once a common sight in courtyards throughout rural China, this textured stone vessel was used as a grain or water trough for chickens and other barnyard fowl. Chiseled from a block o...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Granite
Hoof Letter Opener Made in Austria
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hoof letter opener, made in Austria. The piece, in the style of Ralph Lauren, is a compliment to many settings, especially those that are more organic ...
Category
20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Chrome
Decorative French Painted Tole and Iron Clock Face
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Large rustic French decorative clock face featuring a painted tole face with Roman numerals. This is a decorative non-working clock face only and does n...
Category
20th Century French Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal, Iron
Modern Mexican Rustic Clay Vessel Bottle Pottery Made in Oaxaca Stripes Folk Art
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
This natural color ceramic piece is a faithful copy of an old blown glass bottle, used as a container for wine, mezcal or schnapps. Omar designs this piece highlighting its imperfect...
Category
2010s Mexican Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery, Clay
Provincial Chinese Grain Container, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This hand-crafted wooden bucket was once used by farmers in Shanxi, China to transport their harvest of rice and grains over long distances. Counterbalanced by a second container, th...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Stylish Cabin Decor Antler Candlestick, Germany, circa 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Stylish Cabin Decor Antler Candlestick, Germany, circa 1900
A fashionable rustic candle holder, made of antlers from the deer. The spout is made of turned antler pieces. Executed in...
Category
Late 19th Century German Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Antler
Vintage Sarried Glazed Pottery Candlestick
By Sarried Ltd.
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Beautiful large glaze pottery candle holder by Sarried, LTD. Tall piece with grape vine motif. Nicely appointed with weathered presence.
Category
20th Century Mexican Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
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
Chinese Black Lacquer Woven Plate, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This small woven tray from the early 20th century celebrates the beautiful simplicity of a hand-woven object. The round plate is shaped from tightly woven reeds or bamboo and finishe...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Rattan
Rustic Black Lacquer Wooden Dish
Located in Chicago, IL
Rustic and highly textured, this vintage wooden plate brings storied character to modern interiors as an unexpected serving dish or catch-all bow...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
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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