Country Garniture
Functional pieces made with local materials that can stand the test of time have defined antique and vintage country furniture around the world.
Country style has varied based on regional tastes, from French Country with tufted sofas and cane-framed beds to American Country with stately Windsor chairs and tables built of pine. Each is imbued with touches that are often described as rustic, a style that is inclusive of a range of decorating modes such as country and farmhouse. Exposed wood, traditional fabrics, natural colors and a sense of heritage through distressed surfaces and handcrafted design are all attributes of country-style interiors.
Country furniture and decor can encompass movements from across centuries that reflect rural life, such as French Provincial, which emerged in the 17th century, Black Forest, which became popular in early-19th-century Switzerland with sculptural furniture carved with animals and Adirondack style, with chairs that debuted in the United States in the early 20th century and became a rustic favorite.
The design of country-style furniture isn’t guided by fleeting trends or elite tastes. Sofas upholstered with animal hide, desks made of oak or pine that show off the grain of their material and dining room tables balanced on sturdy square legs are all popular examples of country furniture. Although the aesthetics of country furniture are eclectic, the pieces are unified by meticulous construction that favors utility over ornamentation.
Contemporary country interiors usually have muted palettes, with white walls and calming shades of blue, where heirloom pieces mingle with vintage baskets and gingham textiles. Unpretentious and timeless, country furniture adds warmth to any home, whether it’s a cabin in the woods or an urban loft apartment.
Find a collection of antique and vintage country tables, seating, decorative objects and more furniture on 1stDibs.
1880s French Antique Country Garniture
Steel, Iron
1890s English Antique Country Garniture
Clay, Terracotta
19th Century French Antique Country Garniture
Metal, Iron
Early 20th Century French Country Garniture
Wicker, Wood
Mid-20th Century Turkish Country Garniture
Wicker, Wood
19th Century French Antique Country Garniture
Wood
19th Century French Antique Country Garniture
Terracotta, Ceramic, Stoneware, Pottery
19th Century French Antique Country Garniture
Pottery
19th Century French Antique Country Garniture
Glass, Art Glass
1880s French Antique Country Garniture
Ceramic, Faience
Late 19th Century English Antique Country Garniture
Other
Early 20th Century Country Garniture
Metal, Zinc
Late 19th Century French Antique Country Garniture
Copper
20th Century French Country Garniture
Zinc
19th Century Dutch Antique Country Garniture
Delft