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Rustic Seating

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
Rustic American Country Bench
Located in Sheffield, MA
19th century antique bench extending approximately 8 feet in length, three board legs. Beautiful rustic patina, showing character from it's prior pain...
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19th Century American Antique Rustic Seating

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Wood

Antique 19th Century Child’s Windsor Armchair, English, 1870
Located in Richmond, Surrey
Antique 19th century Child’s Windsor Armchair, English Beautiful Antique ash / elm child’s Windsor chair. Hoop and stick back, arms with turned supports. The seat is raised on fo...
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1870s European Antique Rustic Seating

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Ash, Elm

Antique Indian Rustic Low Seat Wooden Chair with Carved Rosettes and Twine Seat
Located in Yonkers, NY
An old Indian rustic wooden low chair from the early 20th century, with hand-woven twine and carved motifs. Charming with its rustic appearance, this early 20th-century Indian low wooden chair is a delightful fusion of craftsmanship and practicality. The chair features a short slanted back topped with a small finial, adorned with rosettes hand-carved in low relief within medallions. Below these medallions, a series of petite diamond motifs adds to the intricate detailing, showcasing the artisan's skill. The rectangular seat, crafted from hand-woven twine, provides a sturdy base, resting low on four short feet. The front legs are baluster-shaped, adding a touch of elegance, while the back legs showcase a curving silhouette, enhancing the chair's overall aesthetic. The nicely weathered appearance of the wood gives this piece an authentic, timeworn charm that brings warmth and character to any space. Ideal as a decorative accent, this rustic chair can be placed in a mudroom, where it serves as a charming seating option for putting on shoes, or in a child's bedroom, adding a whimsical touch to the decor. Its delicate carvings and robust construction make it both a functional piece and a work of art. This Indian wooden chair...
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Early 20th Century Indian Rustic Seating

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Twine, Wood

A Primitive Vernacular Rustic Hedge or Famine Chair, c1800s, England
Located in Hitchin, England
An amazing primitive and naive vernacular 'Hedge' chair, also termed Famine chair, that dates from the 1800s and originates from England. The piece sits ...
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18th Century British Antique Rustic Seating

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Wood

Vintage Coastal John Wisner for Ficks Reed Lounge Chairs - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This charming pair of armchairs offers a beautiful convergence of rustic simplicity and relaxed mid-century styling, appealing perfectly to the Boho Chic and Coastal aesthetic. Craft...
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Mid-20th Century Philippine Rustic Seating

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Bamboo, Reed

English 19th Century Oak Stool
Located in Faversham, GB
A simple vernacular oak stool of joint construction with a thick block top. Raised on four stout legs united with parallel stretchers. Strong and sturdy with no rocks or wobbles wi...
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Early 19th Century British Antique Rustic Seating

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Oak

Rustic American Victorian Horn Chaise
By Wenzel Friedrich
Located in Queens, NY
Rustic American Victorian steer horn chaise with stars & leaping fish motif (Attributed WENZEL FRIEDRICH).  
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19th Century American Antique Rustic Seating

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Leather, Horn

Set of 4 Vintage Ercol Dining Chairs , 1950 s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 4 spindle back ercol dining chairs. The chairs are beautifully crafted with an eye for details and are made of beech and elm wood. Timeless pieces that gives an antique/vint...
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1950s British Vintage Rustic Seating

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Elm

Rustic Italian Gregorius Pineo Wrought Iron Leaf Back Twig Outdoor Chair
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Rustic Italian Gregorius Pineo Wrought Iron Leaf Back Twig Outdoor Chair Additional information: Materials: Wrought Iron Color: Black Brand: Greg...
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21st Century and Contemporary Rustic Seating

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Wrought Iron

Vintage thonet style rocking chairs, 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Mid century dark brown wooden and cane webbing rocking chair. These thonet style rocking chair has a very elegant curling shape and look and are ideal to create a contrast in your i...
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1960s Belgian Vintage Rustic Seating

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Bentwood

Brown Woven Leather Mahogany Bench
Located in Astoria, NY
Brown Woven Leather Mahogany Bench, with four supports conjoined by two stretchers. 18" H x 54" W x 16" D. Provenance: From a New York City Collection.
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Late 20th Century Rustic Seating

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Leather, Mahogany

Artisan Made Kidney Shape Tripod Stool, France 1920 s
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Original Artisan Made Handcrafted Kidney Shape Tripod Stool. Made in France, early 20th Century, 1920's period. Solid oak wood constructed stool. This comes in very good cond...
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1920s French Vintage Rustic Seating

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Oak

Set of 6 Vintage Ercol Dining Chairs , 1950 s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 6 spindle back ercol dining chairs. The chairs are beautifully crafted with an eye for details and are made of beech and elm wood. Timeless pieces that gives an antique/vint...
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1950s British Vintage Rustic Seating

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Wood

16th Century French wooden stool with storage and nice patina
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 16th century / stool with storage / wood / rustic / Mid-century This rustic stool dates back to the 16th century and was crafted in France. The beautiful patina testifies t...
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16th Century French Antique Rustic Seating

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Wood

Custom Wood Bench in Driftwood Finish by Dos Gallos Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom bench made of Douglas fir. Built up 3.5" top and base As shown in a grey/beige driftwood finish. Can be made in any size in a variety of finishes. Made in Los Angeles, by Dos...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Seating

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Fir

Pair of Rustic American Pine Benches, Circa 1920 – Farmhouse Entryway Seating
Located in Atlanta, GA
Crafted from solid pine with a warm, timeworn patina, this pair of American benches from circa 1920 embodies rustic charm and utilitarian elegance. The simple yet sturdy design highl...
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Early 20th Century American Rustic Seating

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Pine

Spanish Rustic Workshop Wooden Tripod Stool or Side Table
Located in Barcelona, ES
Rustic wooden high stool with a three-legged base and round seat. Spain, 1920s-1930s. From the northern part of Spain this rustic stool has a primitive construction, great shape and character. This traditional farm or workshop rustic stool has a terrific patina. It shows the pass of time with signals of antique repairs. Wood strecthers joining each leg. To be used for decorative purposes and as occasional table or side table. Measures: 42 cm W x 36 cm D x 65 cm H // 16,53 in W x 14,17 in D x 25,59 in H The seat is : 26 cm diameter // 10,23 in diameter. Workshop Tripod Stool // Wood High Stool // Rustic Stool // Spanish Tripod Stool
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20th Century Spanish Rustic Seating

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Wood, Pine

Rustic Beam Bench Stained Pine Blackened Steel by Alabama Sawyer
Located in Birmingham, AL
Our beam bench utilizes reclaimed pine logs for a rustic bench. Narrow and backless, the simple lines express the natural texture of the end grain of each s...
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2010s American Rustic Seating

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Steel

Rustic Italian Alpine Chair
Located in Vo , Veneto
Alpine Chair in Linden Wood Dimension: H.76 cm - W. 30 cm (H. seat: 47 cm) Period: c. 1850 Origin: Italian Alps Wood: Linden Description This patina-rich mulberry wood antique Alp...
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1850s Italian Antique Rustic Seating

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Fruitwood

Javanese 19th Century Teak Wood Daybed with Storage and Hand Woven Rattan
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Javanese teak wood daybed from the 19th century, with rattan seat, storage and hand carved scrolling motifs. Handcrafted on the island of Java during the 19th century, this teak (a very sturdy wood) daybed charmed us right away with its rustic character and great presence. We found it in Java on an excursion during the early 1980s. The bed features a hand-carved headboard with scrolling cloud motifs, flanked with straight supports topped with pyramidal finials. The main section presents a low storage...
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19th Century Javanese Antique Rustic Seating

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Rattan, Teak

Vintage Italian Gio Ponti Style Yellow Ladderback Side Chair Woven Seagrass Seat
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous vintage Italian Gio Ponti style yellow frame ladderback side or accent chair with a twisted & woven rush seagrass seat. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vin...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Rustic Seating

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Seagrass, Wood, Paint

Rustic Italian Alpine Chair
Located in Vo , Veneto
Antique Chair in Mulberry Dimension: H.74 cm - W. 31 cm (seat height: 47 cm) Era: circa 1850 Provenience: Alps Essence: Mulberry Description This patina-rich mulberry wood antique...
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1850s Italian Antique Rustic Seating

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Fruitwood

Rustic, Primitive, Wabi Sabi, Antique, Naive Vintage Stool/Table, England c1900s
Located in Hitchin, England
Rustic, Primitive, Wabi Sabi, Antique, Naive Vintage Stool/Table, England, c19th Century. A small wonky rustic stool that could also serve as a side/coffee table. Sitting on four s...
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19th Century English Antique Rustic Seating

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Wood

Custom Oak Bench by Dos Gallos Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is one of our custom benches that can be made in walnut or oak. As shown in oak with a distressed natural, weathered looking finish. This can be made in custom lengths and it ca...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Seating

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Oak, Walnut

Rustic Blond Root Wood and Embossed Leather Throne Armchair
Located in Queens, NY
Rustic Adirondack style oversized arm / throne chair with a blond root wood frame with an angled back having log vertical slats and a floral embossed caramel brown leather removable ...
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20th Century American Rustic Seating

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Leather, Rattan, Wood, Hickory

Rustic Hoop Back Welsh Windsor Armchair
Located in Greenwich, CT
A charming early windsor armchair with a hooped back and hand-turned spindles over a "waist" of a continuous bent arm with a central shoulder on the back of the arm across the four m...
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Early 1800s Welsh Antique Rustic Seating

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Ash

Antique Hand-Crafted Rustic and Organic Oak Tree Stool for Indoor or Outdoor
Located in Lisse, NL
Top quality made and heavy little stool made of oak branches. This rustic and perfectly original stool or table is made of natural tree branches and it dates back to the early 1900'...
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Early 20th Century European Rustic Seating

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Oak

Beautiful shaped rustig low stool in painted wood, France ca. 1900
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1900 / stool / wood / rustic / mid-century / vintage / French provincial Rare rustic wooden low stool crafted around 1900 in France. The exceptional shape and nice layers o...
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Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Seating

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Wood

19th century Swedish painted pine bench
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century Swedish painted pine bench circa 1890. Good quality piece of practical furniture ready for everyday use around the home.  Single plank seat and ends, painted in a russe...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Seating

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Pine, Paint

French Stool in Yellow Turned Wood Esparto Grass Seat, 1940
Located in Barcelona, ES
One of a kind turned wood stool in yellow patina with straw esparto grass woven seat, France, 1930s. This stunning rustic stool has a wooden structure with turned legs and an aged di...
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20th Century French Rustic Seating

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Straw, Wood, Natural Fiber, Rope

Wonderful 19th Century Indonesian Bench.
Located in Middleburg, VA
A distinctive example of vernacular Indonesian craftsmanship, this 19th-century bench was carved from a single massive piece of Javanese teak root. Made circa 1890 in Java, its sculp...
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19th Century Indonesian Antique Rustic Seating

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Teak

Set of Eight French Modern Pine Dining Chairs in the style of Charlotte Perriand
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of Eight French Modern Pine Dining Chairs, in the style of Charlotte Perriand, France, circa 1960s. They retain their warm original patina.
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1960s French Vintage Rustic Seating

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Pine, Wood

elm stool
Located in Dallas, TX
Handmade elm stool imported from Taiwan. These characteristics are inherent to the material and part of the intended aesthetic. Each piece is unique, so please inquire if you have a ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Rustic Seating

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Elm

elm stool
elm stool
$400 / item
Adjustable Chaise Lounge with Wheels, Garden furniture. Indoor Outdoor
Located in Miami, FL
Timeless design elements and smooth styling make the Forge collection a must for those with a taste for classic decor. Offered in your choice of enduring finishes and fabulous fabric...
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2010s Spanish Rustic Seating

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Wrought Iron

19th-C. French Carved Oak Ladder Back Side Chairs In Vintage Leopard - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of 19th century French carved oak side chairs. They have a vintage leopard upholstery that does not have any tears. The backs have a carved floral medallion. The ladde...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Rustic Seating

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Upholstery, Oak

Wabi-sabi Tripod Stool 20th Century Solid Natural Wood Hand-Carved
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, HR
This expressive three-legged stool is a raw and organic piece, hand-carved from solid natural wood, retaining the irregularities, texture, and form of its original log. The triangula...
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1950s French Vintage Rustic Seating

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Elm

Set rustic Stools . Solid Oak wood . 1960s Holland
Located in Den Haag, NL
Set rustic Stools . Solid Oak wood . 1960s Holland Brutalist Three legged stools
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1960s European Vintage Rustic Seating

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Oak

Rustic 19th Century Indian Rocking Chair with Metal Accents and Turned Supports
Located in Yonkers, NY
A rustic antique Indian rocking chair from the 19th century, with metal accents and nicely distressed appearance. Created in India during the 19th century, this rocking chair charms ...
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19th Century Indian Antique Rustic Seating

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Metal

Lovato Luigi Tuscan Italian Dining Chairs, Set of 6
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and handle all the shipping details. However, if you let us know what 1st Dibs is quoting you and give us your zip code, we can sometimes ship it for less and get it to you faster. For a shipping quote, click on "ASK THE SELLER" under the purchase button and provide your zip code. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Set of 6 Luigi Lovato Country Italian Solid Wood Dining Chairs Made in Italy...
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1970s Italian Vintage Rustic Seating

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Wood, Naugahyde, Hardwood

Early 20th Century Raw Wood Live Edge Chair
Located in Wichita, KS
Presented is a rustic raw or live edge wood chair with arms. All hand made and assembled, the chair has great character. arm height is 29" To v...
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1920s Unknown Vintage Rustic Seating

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Wood

Small rustic wooden stool with curved base, France ca. 1900
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1900 / stool / wood / rustic / mid-century A small wooden stool made in France, around 1900. A sturdy and decorative addition to any interior crafted from high-quality wood...
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Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Seating

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Wood

Pair of large early 20th century Scandinavian pine benches
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of large early 20th century Scandinavian pine benches circa 1900. At nearly 10 feet long these benches offer plenty of seating for that...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Rustic Seating

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Pine

Custom Painted Bench by Dos Gallos Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom bench made by Dos Gallos Studio. Can be made any size and in custom finishes. As shown here, in Coldwell Green, Benjamin Moore HC-124 with an antique glaze. Made in Los Angele...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Seating

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Walnut

Rustic Style Large Italian Bamboo and Wicker Cane Armchair
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We invite you to read the full description, as it includes detailed technical and historical information to ensure the authenticity and value of this piece. This striking and generou...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Rustic Seating

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Bamboo, Wicker

Oak milkstool, 1900 s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Original handmade folk art milking stool. Made in France, late 19th century. Solid oak stool with tripods so that the stool is never unstable. Simple in design, with a hollowed out s...
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Early 20th Century French Rustic Seating

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Oak

Pair of Chic Antique “Grimaud” Benches with Wrought Iron-Bases + Reclaimed Wood
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Elegant and full of rustic French charm, this pair of “Grimaud” benches from Chic Antique perfectly captures the brand’s signature blend of vintage industrial craftsmanship and timel...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Rustic Seating

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Wrought Iron

Swedish Mid century pine trunk hall seat
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid century pine trunk hall seat circa 1950. Swedish hollowed out pine trunk which has been shaped to form a chair, with matching pine seat.  Secured in place with metal strap work....
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Rustic Seating

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Pine

Vintage Rustic Bamboo Rattan Tree Branch Form Adirondack Bench Settee
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Rustic Bamboo Rattan Tree Branch Form Adirondack Bench Settee. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 40" H x 50" W x 28" D x 17" Seat Height x 26" Arm Height.
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Late 20th Century Unknown Rustic Seating

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Wood

Rustic Long A-Frame Wooden Bench with Cross Stretcher and Splaying Legs
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique long A-Frame wooden bench with rustic appearance and H-Form stretcher. This antique long A-Frame wooden bench exudes rustic charm and character, making it a captivating ad...
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19th Century Javanese Antique Rustic Seating

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Wood

Vintage oak and papercord bar stools, 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Rustic bar stools with oak frames and beautiful papercord seats. Very sturdy stools. Made in Belgium in the 1960s Very good condition Dimensions: Height: 100cm Width x depth: 3...
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1960s Belgian Vintage Rustic Seating

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Papercord, Oak

Artist-Made Birch Stool with Shearling Upholstered Seat
Located in Chicago, IL
This contemporary artist-made stool is a striking blend of natural beauty and organic modern design. Constructed from smooth birch branches, the stool showcases the characteristic pa...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Seating

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Birch

Vintage Rustic Outdoor Wood Bench
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A vintage rustic outdoor bench crafted from wood features a slatted seat and backrest, and curved armrests extending from the front legs. This aesthetically pleasing solid wood bench...
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Mid-20th Century American Rustic Seating

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Wood

Contemporary Leather Sofa in Deconstructed Design
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Elegance, deconstructed design and high comfort. An immersive experience born from the exclusive craftsmanship: rediscover comfort through a vision that shows the essence of unique ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Rustic Seating

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Leather, Jute, Linen, Wood

Rustic Indonesian 19th Century Solid Wood Turned Stool with Brown Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indonesian turned wooden stool from the 19th century with brown patina. Crafted in Indonesia during the 19th century, this stool is made of soli...
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19th Century Indonesian Antique Rustic Seating

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Wood

StavOak Dining Game Table 4 Chairs Jack Daniels’ Barrel Staves Jobie G Redmond
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome original StavOak dining table or game table and glass top with four (4) chairs designed by Jobie G. Redmond and made from Jack Daniels’ barrel staves...
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1980s American Vintage Rustic Seating

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Oak

1930s Rustic Organic Double Weave Rattan Sculptural Oak Rocking Chair
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare rattan rocking chairs set you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful set is stat...
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1930s American Vintage Rustic Seating

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Rattan, Wood

Original Italian Beech Sofa with Damask Cushions, Particular Design
Located in Buggiano, IT
Original Italian beech sofa from 1940 with damask cushions, particular design. Comes from an old country house in the Chianti area of Tuscany. The paint...
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1940s Italian Vintage Rustic Seating

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Beech

Woven Seat Stool, France, 1960s
Located in Rīga, LV
Vintage carved wood stool with a woven seat. I have 3 more items with a lacquered wood surface.
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1960s French Vintage Rustic Seating

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Rope, Wood

Vintage Bohemian Rustic Handcrafted Wooden Stool with Leather Seat Brass Bells
Located in Seattle, WA
This is a small, rectangular wooden stool with four turned legs. The seat is cushioned and upholstered in worn brown leather. The sides are covered with a woven textile featuring a r...
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1970s Vintage Rustic Seating

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Leather, Wood

1930 s Italian Alps Rustic Design Carved Large Armchair
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Italian Alps Rustic Design Carved Large Armchair. Made in Italy, 1930's / 40's period. Solid oak constructed and carved chair with thick woven rush seat. Handcrafted design w...
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1930s Italian Vintage Rustic Seating

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Rush, Oak

Rustic seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Rustic seating 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 seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, hardwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rustic seating made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original seating, popular names associated with this style include Old Hickory Furniture Company, Alabama Sawyer, Andrianna Shamaris, and Bernhardt. 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 seating differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $119 and tops out at $68,000 while the average work can sell for $1,925.

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