Rustic Platters and Serveware
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
Majolica Flowers Platter Sarreguemines Circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica Flowers Platter Sarreguemines Circa 1880.
Category
1880s French Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
Petite Chinese Tea Tray with Rose Mirror, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Simple lines, a modest form, and a well-worn finish give this small Qing-dynasty tray a provincial charm that recalls the warmth of home. The tray has a beveled pinewood frame, now m...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Mirror, Pine
19th Century French Faience Egg Basket Desvres Fourmaintraux
By Desvres
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century French Faience egg basket signed Desvres Fourmaintraux.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Faience
Petite Chinese Tea Tray, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Simple lines, a modest form and a layer of hand-brushed lacquer give this petite Qing-dynasty tray a provincial charm that recalls the warmth of home. The original black lacquer fini...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Petite Chinese Tea Tray, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Simple lines, a modest form and a layer of hand-brushed lacquer give this petite Qing-dynasty tray a provincial charm that recalls the warmth of home. The original black lacquer fini...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Petite Chinese Tea Tray, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Simple lines, a modest form, and a layer of hand-brushed lacquer give this petite Qing-dynasty tray a provincial charm that recalls the warmth of home. The original black lacquer fin...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Woven Chinese Grain Basket
Located in Chicago, IL
This woven tray basket was originally used for harvesting grains or as a kitchen vessel for food prep and storage. Despite its humble origin, the basket exhibits remarkable workmansh...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Willow
Rustic Mexican Tray in Copper and Metal with Blue Bead Details
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Beautifully patinated copper tray with metal edging and inlay 'bead' like detailing. The tray has a lot of character and shows evidence of many years of use. We believe this make...
Category
Early 20th Century Mexican Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Metal, Copper, Tin
19th Century American Wood Tray
Located in Chicago, IL
A fantastic 19th century American carved walnut tray with sloped sides, and a wonderful patina only one hundred years of age can bestow. Perfect for use on your dining table, holding...
Category
19th Century American Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Majolica Strawberries Platter with Dog Holding a Basket
By Onnaing
Located in Austin, TX
Unusual French Majolica strawberry server with cream and sugar spaces, circa 1890, attributed to Onnaing.
Sophistiqued leaves border, the center is decorated with strawberries and a ...
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
Large 19th Century French Majolica Tomato Platter
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Large 19th Century French Majolica Tomato Platter.
From South of France Provence.
Trompe l 'oeil.
12 inches diameter.
Depth / 2 inches.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
Rare Majolica Asparagus Blue
White Platter Wasmuel, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Majolica asparagus blue & white platter Wasmuel, circa 1890.
Category
1890s Belgian Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Ceramic Handmade Dipped Terracotta
White Circular Cheese Board Platter
By Casa Cubista
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Handmade and hand painted ceramics from one of the mother countries, Portugal, these beautiful pieces for your table will add a modern and graphic touch and are perfect to mix and ma...
Category
2010s Portuguese Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Terracotta
French Faience Platter Desvres, Circa 1890
By Desvres
Located in Austin, TX
Very colorful French Faience platter desvres Circa 1890.
2 birds on the middle of a quiver.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Faience
French Majolica Strawberries Comport, circa 1880
By Orchies
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica strawberries comport or cake stand, circa 1880.
Attributed to Orchies.
Category
1880s French Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Small Majolica Leaf Dish Sarreguemines, circa 1870
Located in Austin, TX
Small Majolica Leaf Dish Sarreguemines, circa 1870.
4.8 by 3.3 inches.
Category
1930s French Vintage Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
French Yellow Majolica Trivet Sarreguemines, Circa 1930
Located in Austin, TX
French Yellow Majolica Trivet signed Sarreguemines Circa 1930.
Trompe l 'oeil basket.
Category
1930s French Vintage Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
Large Green Majolica Platter Sarreguemines Digoin, circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
Large Green Majolica platter Sarreguemines Digoin, circa 1920.
Basket weave trompe l'oeil.
2 platters available.
Bread or fruits platters.
Category
1920s French Vintage Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
19th Century Majolica Strawberries Platter with Dog Holding a Basket
By Onnaing
Located in Austin, TX
Unusual French Majolica strawberry server with cream and sugar spaces, circa 1890, attributed to Onnaing.
Sophistiqued leaves border, the center is decorated with strawberries and a...
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
French Majolica Asparagus Platter circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica asparagus platter with a bow circa 1890.
Category
1890s Belgian Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Large French Faience Bowl Henriot Quimper, circa 1930
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Faience bowl Henriot Quimper, circa 1930.
Rotheneuf.
Category
1930s French Vintage Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Faience
Majolica Green Leaf Platter Sarreguemines, circa 1930
Located in Austin, TX
Large Majolica green leaf platter Sarreguemines, Circa 1930.Size / 12 inches.
Category
1930s French Vintage Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
Majolica Green Leaf Platter Sarreguemines, circa 1930
Located in Austin, TX
Large Majolica green leaf platter Sarreguemines, Circa 1930.Size / 12 inches.
Category
1930s French Vintage Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
Petite Chinese Tea Tray, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Simple lines, a modest form and a layer of hand-brushed lacquer give this petite Qing-dynasty tray a provincial charm that recalls the warmth of home. The original burgundy lacquer f...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
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 Platters and Serveware
Materials
Mirror, Wood, Lacquer
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 Platters and Serveware
Materials
Wood
Resting Mallard Ducks Serving Tray
Located in Bradenton, FL
A painted wooden serving tray. The tray is painted with three mallard ducks, two males and a female resting by the water's edge. The wooden frame has a pierced handle at each side.
Category
Late 20th Century Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Wood
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 Platters and Serveware
Materials
Wood
Charcuterie/Cutting Board
Located in New Orleans, LA
Large variety, $284 each. We have many boards in several sizes. Perfect for presenting cheese, charcuterie or just as a centerpiece. Each individually has a photo of the front and ba...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Wood
$284 / item
Large Provincial Chinese Farm Tray, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This large wooden farm tray from perfectly balances rustic texture with minimalist simplicity. Carved from a solid block of wood, the tray has a rectangular shape with rounded corner...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Pine
Antique W.S. George “Radisson” Bluebird Ironstone Platter, Early 20th Century
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This charming antique W.S. George Radisson Bluebird Platter is the epitome of early 20th-century American ironstone romanticism. Featuring sweet sky...
Category
1920s American Vintage Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Italian Glazed Ceramic Leaf Platter
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This charming vintage platter is a vibrant tribute to the Italian Majolica tradition, showcasing a highly detailed, naturalistic leaf form. The hand-painted ceramic features a rich g...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
Majolica Leaves Oval Platter Choisy le Roi, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica Leaves Oval Platter Choisy le Roi, circa 1890
11.5 by 8 inches.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
German Majolica Leaf Butter Pat circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
German Majolica Butter Pat with Leaf, circa 1900.
Diameter / 3 inches.
6 available.
Category
Early 1900s German Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
$180 / item
Petite Chinese Mirror Tray, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Simple lines, a modest form and a layer of hand-brushed lacquer give this petite wooden tray a provincial charm that recalls the warmth of home. Rich with character, the square tray ...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Mirror, Pine
19th Century German Majolica Cheese Bell
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century German Majolica Cheese Bell with the underplate.
Decorated with leaves.
Category
1890s German Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century Faience Violets Platter Hippolyte Boulenger Choisy Le Roi
Located in Austin, TX
Large 19th Century Faience Violets Platter signed Hippolyte Boulenger Choisy Le Roi.
17.5 by 13 inches.
Category
1880s French Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
Vintage fruit tray by Riccardo Marzi RM, Made in Italy - Firenze, 1990s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Riccardo Marzi from Florence, Italy, came from a family of artists and worked in several studios in Florence in the late fifties. His curiosity about new materials from the very begi...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Epoxy Resin
Chiseled Wabi Sabi Wood Tray, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Rich with character and spirit, this rustic tray from Yunnan province was hewn from a solid block of wood to an asymmetrical shape with wabi-sabi appeal. Ideal as a platter or catch-...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Wood
Early 20th Century American Breadboard
Located in Chicago, IL
A charming early 20th century American burled maple breadboard with the word "BREAD" carved into the top, a flower at the bottom with a lo...
Category
Early 20th Century American Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Maple
Small Majolica Leaves Handled Oval Platter Choisy le Roi, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Small Majolica Leaves Oval Handled Platter Choisy le Roi, circa 1890.
9.7 by 5.4 inches.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Large 19th Century French Faience Roses Platter
Located in Austin, TX
Large 19th Century French Faience Flowers Platter.
From East of France.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Faience
Majolica Green Leaf Platter Sarreguemines, circa 1930
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica green leaf platter Sarreguemines, Circa 1930.
Category
1930s French Vintage Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
18th Century Large French Faience Parrot Bowl La Rochelle
Located in Austin, TX
18th Century Large French Faience Parrot Bowl La Rochelle.
On the center a parrot in a tree.
Unusual cornflower blue color , decorated with flowers and insects.
Category
1780s French Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Faience
19th Century Large Blue
White Platter Jardiniere Sarreguemines
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century large blue & white platter "Jardiniere" signed Sarreguemines.
Measues: 10.3 inches diameter.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
Woven Chinese Grain Basket
Located in Chicago, IL
This woven tray basket was originally used for harvesting grains or in a kitchen for food prep and storage. Despite its humble origin, the basket exhibits remarkable workmanship, bea...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Willow
French Majolica Fruits Cake Stand or Comport Sarreguemines, circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica fruits cake stand or comport signed Sarreguemines, circa 1920.
Category
1930s French Vintage Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
Small French Palissy Majolica Comport with Cabbage Leaf Emile Gambut, Circa 1879
By Emile Gambut
Located in Austin, TX
A rare small French palissy majolica comport with cabbage leaf signed Emile Gambut and dated 1879.
The base is composed with branches.
Famous French ceramist , with ceramics at the...
Category
1870s French Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century English Majolica Asparagus Platter Joseph Holdcroft
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century English Majolica Asparagus Platter Joseph Holdcroft.
Decorated with blue flowers.
Category
1880s French Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Majolica, Ceramic
German Majolica Bird Cake Stand Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
German Majolica Bird Cake Stand Circa 1890.
Bird with a branch and flowers.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
Belgium Majolica Cake Stand, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Charming Belgium cake stand or comport with pink flowers, circa 1890.
Category
1890s Belgian Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
German Majolica Butter Pat with Leaves circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
German Majolica Butter Pat with Leaf, circa 1900.
Category
Early 1900s English Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
French Majolica Poppies Platter , circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Rare French Majolica Pink Platter with poppies circa 1890.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic, Majolica
Majolica Green Leaf Platter Sarreguemines, circa 1930
Located in Austin, TX
Large Majolica green leaf platter Sarreguemines, Circa 1930.Size / 12 inches.
Category
1930s French Vintage Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
French Majolica Leaves Platter Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica leaves platter, circa 1890.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
French Faience Platter Quimper, Circa 1930
Located in Austin, TX
French Faience platter signed HB Quimper Circa 1930.
Category
1930s French Vintage Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Faience
Early 20th Century French Butcher
s Block
Located in Chicago, IL
A remarkable early 20th century French chunky carved maple butcher's block with a primitive form, and a well worn finish. Perfect for chopping vegetable and bread, or serving cheese ...
Category
Early 20th Century French Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Maple
French Faience Oval Platter Model Beranger Sarreguemines, Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
French Faience oval platter Model Beranger Sarreguemines Circa 1890.
Measures: 14.2" by 9.5"
Pierre-Jean de Béranger (19 August 1780 – 16 July 1857) was a prolific French poet and ...
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
1890 Rubelles Majolica Hors d
Oeuvres Dish
By Rubelles 1
Located in Austin, TX
19th-Century French Majolica hors d'oeuvres dish. Signed "Rubelles" with windmill.
Category
1880s French Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic
French Oval Majolica Ducklings Platter Sarreguemines, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
French oval Majolica ducklings and kingfisher platter signed Sarreguemines, circa 1890.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
Rustic platters and serveware for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Rustic platters and serveware 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 platters and serveware created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, wall decorations, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rustic platters and serveware made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original platters and serveware, popular names associated with this style include Sarreguemines, Henriot Quimper, Casa Cubista, and Digoin
Sarreguemines. 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 platters and serveware differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $46 and tops out at $4,350 while the average work can sell for $484.
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