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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
Vintage Boho Monumental Carved Totem Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Make a profound statement with this vintage Boho monumental carved wood totem sculpture, a truly captivating piece of primitive artistry. Hand-hewn from a substantial piece of wood, ...
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Mid-20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

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...
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay, Terracotta

Vintage Boho Woven Rattan Lidded Basket
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of rustic elegance to your space with this Vintage Boho Woven Rattan Lidded Basket. Handcrafted with intricate weaving, this basket fe...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Rattan

Guatemalan Child s Chair, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Crafted in the early 20th century, this petite Guatemalan children's chair charms with its playful asymmetry and richly textured surface. Influenced by Spanish Colonial furniture design, the chair has a slatted back and square seat resting on two short, hand-turned legs. The low seat is the perfect height for a youngster, but we love this petite chair as a low side table or tabletop display Stand...
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Early 20th Century Guatemalan Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Post-War White Ceramic Horse Design Vase
Located in Queens, NY
White and black vase with running horse design. Signed on bottom by maker.
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Raw Stone Mortar, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This stone mortar from the early 20th century was once used in a provincial kitchen to grind herbs, spices, rice, and other foods. Hand-carved from a solid block of limestone, the mortar has a minimally worked form that preserves the natural beauty of the stone. With minimalist appeal and a raw, unworked texture, the mortar is fantastic as a sculptural vessel or a tabletop planter...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Limestone

Pair of Burden Trap Baskets
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...
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Early 18th Century Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Cabin Decor Two-Armed Antler Candlestick 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Cabin Decor Two-Armed Antler Candlestick 1900 A rare antique candleholder which is made of roebuck antlers pieces. It was executed ca. 190...
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Late 19th Century German Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Antler, Wood

19th Century Majolica Dogs Dachshund Bowl Villeroy Boch
Located in Austin, TX
A rare 19th Century Majolica Dogs Dachshund Bowl Villeroy & Boch.
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1890s German Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Boho Wrought Iron Swag Tassels - Set of 4
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of timeless character and textural richness to your interiors with this charming set of four vintage tassels. Crafted from durable wrought iron (or similar robust metal),...
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Late 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wrought Iron

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, ...
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20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Steel

Vintage Boho Carved Wooden Owl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bring a touch of rustic charm to your décor with this adorable vintage boho carved wooden owl. Measuring 4.5" wide x 3.75" deep x 6.25" tall, this intricately handcrafted figure boas...
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Late 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Vintage Boho Small Ceramic Bowl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This low, wide ceramic vessel features a soft, earthy palette with a speckled glaze of muted yellow and mossy green. Its shape is simple yet grounding, with a gently sloping form tha...
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Late 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage American Concrete Reclining Deer Sculpture with Iron Antlers and Patina
Located in Atlanta, GA
A vintage American concrete deer sculpture with iron antlers and weathered patina. Born during the first half of the 20th century, this deer sculpture ch...
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Mid-20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Concrete, Iron

Vintage Boho Hand Painted Terracotta Plate With Fawn
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bring a touch of nature and whimsy to your home with this vintage boho hand-painted plate featuring a charming fawn. The delicate artistry and earthy tones capture the essence of boh...
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Late 20th Century Mexican Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta, Paint

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...
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2010s Mexican Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery, Clay

Antique Metal Large Tea Tin for General and County Stores
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Metal Large Tea Tin for General and County Stores This tin would have been found on the counter or shelves of general and country stores. This food can will be a standout in...
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Early 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Vintage American Pottery Pair of Terracotta Vases
Located in Downingtown, PA
American Pottery Pair of Terracotta Vases Late 20th Century A striking pair of large terracotta vases, each with a robust bulbous body rising from a slightly flared foot to a double...
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Early 2000s Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Vintage Boho Plaster Horse
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of rustic elegance to your space with this vintage boho plaster horse. Expertly crafted with intricate details and a weathered finish, this p...
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Late 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Plaster

Antique French Copper and Oak Pitcher, Wine Jug Umbrella Holder 1900 hallway
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Antique French Copper and Oak Pitcher, Wine Jug Umbrella Holder 1900 Beautiful 19th century rustic French oak and copper banded handmade cider pitcher , from Normandy Accessorize your wine cellar , kitchen , dining room or entryway with this antique Water or Wine Jug. This impressive old pitcher...
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Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper

Chinese Woven Bamboo Flower Basket, c. 1940s
Located in Chicago, IL
Woven with precious scale and delicate artistry, this small flower basket from the early 20th century is a charming example of traditional Chinese basketry. The basket is woven of th...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Bamboo

Majolica Terracotta Hen and Chicks Bavent, circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
Large terracotta hen and his two chicks from Normandy, circa 1920. Country style. Measure: Hen / 13.8" height, 19" length on 7". Chicks / 4.5", 5.5" on 3".
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1920s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

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

Vintage Boho Distressed Cast Iron Urn
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of antique charm to your indoor or outdoor space with this vintage cast iron urn. Featuring a gracefully fluted silhouette, ornate detailing, and a beautifully aged patin...
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Mid-20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Large Wabi Sabi Carved Wood Bowl #5
Located in Rīga, LV
Antique rustic carved wooden bowl (#5) with a beautiful patina. Heavy item. Additional information: Origin : Latvia Dimensions: W 99 cm x D 40 cm x H 22.5 cm
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20th Century Latvian Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Vintage Boho Wrought Iron Bow Candlesticks- A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your interior with this stunning pair of vintage wrought iron candlesticks, featuring an elegant twisted metal design adorned with charming bow accents. Their patinated finis...
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Mid-20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wrought Iron

Large Antique Wooden Church Candle Holder, France, 1850s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1850s / Antique / Large wooden church candle holder / Original patina / rustic An antique turned wooden church candle holder from France, dat...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Vintage Asian Glazed Ceramic Jar
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your space with this striking vintage Asian glazed ceramic jar, featuring a bold turquoise hue and captivating crackle finish that whispers stories of timeless craftsmanship....
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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Stone Bowl (3)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand-Carved Antique Stone Bowl. France, early 20th century. 3 of 3 available.
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Early 20th Century French Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

Handmade Wooden Dough Bowl, Early 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Beautiful hand carved Hungarian dough bowl, circa 1910s. Made of fruitwood.
Category

Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Fruitwood

1900s, French Wooden Horse with Saddle
Located in High Point, NC
This antique wooden horse was crafted in France, circa 1900. Beautifully distressed, this svelte colt exhibits a joyous smile and an eye-catching ...
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Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Vintage Antelope Skull On Stand
Located in Bridgeport, CT
This is a skull cap and horns from a wildebeest, also known as a gnu, a type of antelope native to Africa. There are two main species: the blue wildebeest and the black wildebeest. T...
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20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Bone, Acrylic, Horn

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

Elephant Candlestick in Bronze Verdigris
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
Unique and handmade functional art in cast bronze. Handcrafted two-arm candelabra in cast bronze, featuring small sculpted motifs of an elephant and acacia tree in a verdigris patin...
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2010s South African Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Couple 16th-17th Century Spanish Hand Forged Iron Candleholders
Located in Buisson, FR
Great pair of very old wrought iron candleholders. Unique pieces, Spain circa 1500-1700. Weathered. H:68-78cm W:19-23cm
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16th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Bowl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of bohemian elegance to your space with this Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Bowl, a stunning piece that blends artisanal craftsmanship with timeless style. Featuring a grace...
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Late 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Spanish Manises Glazed Ceramic Castañera or Chestnut Bowl
Located in Madrid, ES
Made in the 19th century, this brightly colored blue and white bowl from Manises, Spain is highly decorative, and it once served the very specific household purpose of holding chestn...
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19th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Boho Woven Rattan Wedding Chest
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Capture rustic charm with our American-style Vintage Boho Woven Rattan Wedding Chest. Handcrafted with intricate woven rattan, this chest blends bohemian aesthetics with vintage allu...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

19th Century Mexican Hand Carved Sabino Wood Bowl with vintage native repair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A unique late 19th Century Mexican rustic wood bowl, carved from a single block of wood with a wonderful aged patina and native vintage tin repairs. Collected in Sonora, Mexico in t...
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Late 19th Century Mexican Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Tin

Sculptural Bronze Elephant Candelabra - handmade
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
Combining art and functionality this is a candelabra featuring a bronze sculpture of Africa's iconic wildlife - an elephant bull. In Brown b...
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2010s South African Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Terracotta Sculpture of Two Figures in Love
Located in Round Top, TX
DA tall, slim terra cotta sculpture featuring two figures in an embrace. Wonderful rust finish over entire surface; illegibly signed to base. Large-scale piece that creates a dramati...
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Late 20th Century Mexican Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

19th Century American Keepsake Chest
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand carved decorative box / collector's chest with one fixed, sliding tray and one removable, circa 19th century. All hardware, including the hinges, is original: the screws that li...
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19th Century American Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Majolica Boar Tureen, circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica boar tureen, circa 1950.
Category

1950s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Majolica Boar Tureen, circa 1950
Majolica Boar Tureen, circa 1950
$224 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Boho Patinated Leaf Tree
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of nature-inspired elegance to your space with this Vintage Boho Patinated Leaf Tree, a stunning sculptural piece that captures the essence of organic beauty. Handcrafted...
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1970s American Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Tramp Art Photo Frame Rustic Style 19th Century, Austria circa 1880
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Decorative Tramp Art photo frame from the period in Austria around 1880. Elaborately hand carved out of bass wood this rustic photo frame comes w...
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Late 19th Century Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass, Softwood

Antique Scandinavian Wooden Rocking Horse
Located in High Point, NC
With her mouth open in excitement, with her eyes glowing with enthusiasm, with her sleek body depicted in motion — this vintage rocking pony hand-carved in Scandinavia circa 1900 rad...
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Early 1900s Scandinavian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Urn
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of rustic charm to your space with this captivating vintage boho glazed ceramic urn. Featuring an enchanting green glaze, this piece exudes character with its textured su...
Category

Late 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Hand polished large early 20th century carved bowl
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Hand polished large early 20th century carved bowl circa 1900. Handmade from carving from a solid tree trunk.  These were made in eastern europe as a way of feeding livestock.  Due ...
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine

2 Handle Pignate Pot
Located in Ventura, CA
This hand-thrown 2-handle pignate pot, crafted in Grottaglie, Puglia during the mid-1800s, is a perfect example of "ceramica rustica." Known for its spherical shape and robust clay c...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of 19th C. Hand-Carved Wood Fragments from India
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of 19th century Hindu temple fragments. This pair of antique fragments were elements of a section of hand-carved wood frieze, within a...
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19th Century Indian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Large early 20th century Scandinavian woven basket
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Large early 20th century woven basket circa 1910. Scandinavian woven pine basket with a softwood frame.  Ideal for use as a light use log bin, or for storing those shoes in the cloa...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine

Sculpture Mounted on Custom Stand
Located in Dallas, TX
Wood sculpture mounted on custom metal stand. In my organic, contemporary, vintage and mid-century modern style. Curated for our one of a kind line, Le Monde. Exclusive to Brendan B...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Sculpture Mounted on Custom Stand
Sculpture Mounted on Custom Stand
$4,399 Sale Price
26% Off
Oriental Large Fisherman Basket with Flat Rim
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage Chinese style fisherman or grain basket features the traditional shape with rounded sides and flat wooden rim wrapped with wicker. The strong, flexible wicker or willow stri...
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Mid-20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Unique Wabi Sabi Copper Bucket / Planter
Located in OOSTERHOUT, NL
A beautiful red copper nail bucket from around 1800, with an authentic and characterful, weathered appearance. The warm copper has a natural patina that has beautifully developed ove...
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Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper

Vintage Boho Plate “Best Wishes” Toothpick Holder
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Charming and sentimental, this vintage "Best Wishes" toothpick holder brings a touch of whimsy and Victorian flair to any tabletop or curio display. Crafted from a darkened metal all...
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Early 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

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

Small Brown Pignate Pot
Located in Ventura, CA
Small Pignate Pot – Hand-Thrown Terracotta (Puglia, Early 1900s) Discover the essence of “ceramica rustica” with this charming small pignate pot, expertly hand-thrown from terracot...
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19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Terracotta pignata pot with half glaze
Located in Ventura, CA
Large Terracotta Pignata Pot with Half Glaze – Hand-Thrown Terracotta (Austro-Hungarian, Mid-1900s) Introducing a captivating large terracotta pignata pot with half glaze, expertl...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Large calabrese hand painted bowl
Located in Ventura, CA
Large Calabrese Hand-Painted Bowl – Hand-Thrown Ceramic (Calabria, Late 1800s) Discover the beauty of traditional Italian craftsmanship with this stunning large Calabrese hand-pai...
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18th Century Italian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

2 Handle Calabrese Pot
Located in Ventura, CA
Two-Handle Calabrese Pot – Hand-Thrown Ceramic (Calabria, Late 1800s) Brown with Glaze Presenting a charming two-handle Calabrese pot, expertly hand-thrown from ceramic in Calabri...
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Late 18th Century Italian 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.

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