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Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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
An ancient hand carved Corinthian column capital, France, 18th century
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1800 / Corinthian column / oak / Rustic / Antique Handcrafted oak architectural ornament from the 18th century, France. The design of this Corinthian column is a classical ...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Oak

Old Fountain
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
This old French Limestone fountain was hand carved and installed in a French countryside home. The piece has been well preserved throughout the years and was recently reclaimed by ou...
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18th Century French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Limestone

Industrial-Style Plank Top Coffee Table
Located in Sheffield, MA
The rustic country style coffee table has an antique French factory wood pellet uniquely constructed with eight wood planks bolted together...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Antique Stone Flooring - Rustic Salvaged Reclaimed Ancient Tile - Old Pavers
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Our exclusive Pietra Andalusia reclaimed tile is a 17th century natural-stone flooring like no other. This extremely rare "masterpiece" represents one of the most refined grades of ancient, salvaged, reclaimed or antique set of tiles that exist in the market today. The distressed pattern of this antique Limestone flooring...
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17th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Limestone

Pair of 19th C. Rustic Painted Doors
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 19th century wooden doors with a heavily weathered and distressed appearance. They have intricate carved details, including raised panels and ornamental patterns, particular...
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19th Century French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Wood, Paint

Rare Majolica Jardinière Squash, Grape and Leaves Wilhelm Schiller & Son
Located in Austin, TX
Rare and unique 19th century Majolica jardinière with squash, grape and leaves signed Ws & S (Wilhelm Schiller & Son).
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1880s Czech Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

1940s Mexican Rustic Ranch Mesquite Window Jalisco Hacienda
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Mexican Rustic Ranch Mesquite Medium Window Jalisco Hacienda 1940s 39.5 tall x 26.75w x 4d / Inside 34 x 12.75 inches In unrestored original vintage rustic condition. Review the images.
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1940s Mexican Vintage Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Wood

Old Flooring Antique Tile Reclaimed Limestone Vintage Salvaged Cladding Rustic
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
This is an antique Limestone Luxury tile that could be used for both flooring and wall cladding. Our exclusive Pietra Romani reclaimed tile is a 17th century natural stone flooring like no other. This rare "masterpiece" represents one of the most refined grades of ancient, salvaged, reclaimed or antique sets of tiles that exist in the market today. This epitome of elegance is the dream item for any luxury home designer or custom-homeowner. The exquisite texture, look and luxury feel of the old Italian Natural Limestone are unmatched by any modern tile. The distressed pattern of this antique Limestone flooring took centuries in the making, literally. Looking at the engraved ridges and markings vividly expressed on each and every piece of tile one can witness ancient history in real-time. Quite visible through the floor's natural texture is the wrinkled and furrowed surface of this rustic beauty which has endured endless amount of stepping and battering along the years. Those ancient tiles have lasted for centuries and will surely outlive future generations. Given its sheer beauty, this gem of an exquisite Mediterranean/rustic tile is a true attention grabber that will elegantly fit in any luxury milieu. The flooring set was meticulously salvaged piece by piece. Every single tile within this flooring has its own unique & rich character. Wherever installed, those antique pavers...
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17th Century Italian Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Limestone

Majolica Jardinière Leaves and Snake Johann Maresch, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
A naturalist Majolica jardinière with different kind of leaves, large ferns leaves, a branch on the front and a nest with birds threatened by a snake signed Johann Maresch (1821-1914...
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1880s Austrian Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Majolica, Ceramic

Vintage Boho Patinated Floral Band Terra Cotta Planter
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Boho Patinated Floral Band Terra Cotta Planter, adorned with a weathered floral band design. A charming and rustic piece that brings bohemian elegance to your garden or indoo...
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Mid-20th Century American Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Terracotta

Old Wall Fountain - Antique Fountain - Limestone fountain - Old hand carved sink
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
This is an old hand carved sink with its original antique faucet, sculpted backsplash and base. It was hand carved and installed in a French countrysid...
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19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Limestone

Rustic Italian Amalfi Style Iron Tile Top Garden Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rustic mid-century modern Amalfi coast style Italian garden table or console featuring a blue and white tile top. The ceramic tiles are cream colore...
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20th Century Italian Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Vintage Bronze Pot – Olot, Spain, Circa 1930
Located in Barcelona, ES
Vintage Bronze Pot – Olot, Spain, Circa 1930 Description: This exquisite vintage bronze pot, manufactured in Olot, Spain circa 1930, captures the craftsmanship and enduring appeal o...
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1930s Spanish Vintage Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Bronze

Extraordinary Faux Bois Cast Stone Branch Garden Bench
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A Classic Garden Bench in cast stone over an iron framing with all of the various parts recreating Tree Branches and Boards with fantastic detailing including simulated wood graining, peeling bark and faux lichen. The bench is very solid feeling and surprisingly comfortable. The Faux Bois Bench measures 64” wide by 21.5” deep by 39.75” high. Seat height is 18.75”. Condition: Please see detail photos. Wear is shown as the iron frame is visible in a few spots where the cast stone has weathered. There is some age-related wear including a corner chip to the lower left-side facing back rest and another chip to the back of the lower left side facing seat...
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Early 20th Century Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Cast Stone, Iron

Set of Three 18th Century English Staddle Stones
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful set of three 18th century English carved limestone staddle stones with the most wonderful aged surfaces, natural lichens, and wear that only 300 years of use can bestow. ...
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18th Century English Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Limestone

Vintage Distressed Cast Concrete Zebra
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage distressed cast concrete zebra sculpture is a striking and timeless piece, showcasing intricate textures and a weathered charm that adds character to any indoor or outdo...
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Mid-20th Century American Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Concrete

1920s French Rustic Mesquite Barn Window Doors
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Rustic Mesquite Barn Cellar Window Doors 35.5 h x 14 w x 3 w wood, 1 thick Preowned original unrestored rustic condition Refer to images listed
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Early 20th Century Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Wood

Mid Century South West Green Metal Patio or Garden Arm Chairs - A Pair
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A pair of mid-century green metal patio or garden chairs. In the south, these patinated beauties are usually found around ranches or farms. Lovingly patinaed over time, they have a l...
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Mid-20th Century American Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Metal

Lane Venture Black Lacquered Bamboo And Rattan Sofa
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A handsomely crafted Lane Venture sofa with a black lacquered bent rattan frame accompanied by cream and beige-brown buffalo zippered plaid cushions. Dimensions: 74 1/2" L, 28" D, 3...
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20th Century Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Fabric, Rattan

Rustic Large Reclaimed Wood Bench Pine and Steel 6'
Located in Birmingham, AL
Our beam bench utilizes salvaged local pine logs for a rustic bench for indoors or (protected) outdoors. Narrow and backless, the simple lines express the natural texture of the end ...
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2010s North American Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Steel

French Majolica Fish Jardinière Onnaing, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Inspired by the Japonism movement this French Majolica large jardinière is signed Onnaing, circa 1890. This handled jardinière is decorated with fishes in the water surrounded by se...
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1890s French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Ceramic

Rustic Organic Elm Wood Coffee Table
Located in Sheffield, MA
The rustic almost square country style Asian elm wood coffee table has rounded legs and stretchers with solid pegged construction. The plank top is secured by breadboard ends. The ru...
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Early 20th Century Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Elm

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 Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Steel

Rustic Pine Beam Bench Pine and Corten Steel Base by Alabama Sawyer 4'
Located in Birmingham, AL
Our beam bench utilizes salvaged local pine logs for a rustic bench for indoors or outdoors. Narrow and backless, the simple lines express the natural textu...
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2010s American Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Steel

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 Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Beautiful antique reclaimed old limestone wall fountain - Tuscan - Mediterranean
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
This beautiful antique 19th century limestone wall fountain is a great addition to any Mediterranean, Tuscan, rustic, or other custom style home. The naturally aged color and distres...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Limestone

Pair of Traditional Spanish Vintage Metal Lidded Pots, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of Vintage metal lidded milk pots with a handle. Explore the timeless allure of this captivating pair of vintage metal lidded milk pots, each ...
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1950s Spanish Vintage Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Metal

Beautiful antique reclaimed old limestone wall fountain - Tuscan - Mediterranean
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
This beautiful antique 19th century limestone wall fountain is a great addition to any Mediterranean, Tuscan, rustic, or other custom style home. The naturally aged color and distres...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Limestone

Vintage Metal Printing Press Tool, Spain, circa 1970 – Original Condition
Located in Barcelona, ES
Vintage Metal Printing Press Tool, Spain, circa 1970 – Original Condition This vintage metal printing press tool, crafted in Spain circa 1970, offers a unique glimpse into the world...
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1970s Spanish Vintage Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Metal

Large Drift Timber Wooden Brutalist Sculpture
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
Wonderful large sculpture made from drift timber, natural form. Very good texture and colour to the wood, aged over time. Would look great either indoor or outdoor. ST1526.
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20th Century English Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wood

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...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Granite

19th Century French White and Yellow Terracotta and Brass Wood Burning Stove
Located in Dallas, TX
This tall, antique stove was created in Lyon, France, circa 1870. Sited on bun feet and built in four separate sections, this colorful ceramic piece has...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Brass

Rustic Garden Table
Located in Doylestown, PA
A rustic garden table composed of reclaimed elements, the large circular top with inset iron nailheads and other iron hardware. Comes apart in 4 sections for easy moving and storage.
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Early 20th Century Unknown Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Oak

Rustic Garden Table
Rustic Garden Table
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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...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Ceramic

American Rustic Old Hickory Chaise Lounge
Located in Queens, NY
American Rustic Old Hickory (19/20th Century) chaise lounge with round woven back and seat
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Early 20th Century American Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Hickory

19th Century Antique Mexican Hand Hammered & Riveted Copper Tub
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A 19th Century Mexican Hammered and Riveted Copper Tub. An extraordinary and unique late 19th century hand-hammered, hand- crafted, and hand-riveted heavy gauge copper tub acquired ...
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Late 19th Century Mexican Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Copper

Early 20th Century Painted Concrete Birdbath With Pottery Base
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This outdoor Painted Concrete Birdbath With Pottery Base promises to be a delightful focal point that attracts feathered friends and adds a touch of elegance to your landscape. It's a refreshing water source for visiting birds, attracting them to your garden and giving the allure of old English concrete bird bath...
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Early 20th Century British Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Concrete

Rectangular Hand-Carved Stone Planter
Located in Dallas, TX
This cement planter is a beautiful way to add texture to any space. This planter from our one of a kind, LeMonde, collection features a narrow rectangul...
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20th Century Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Cement

Spanish Rustic Workshop Wooden Pedestal Stand or Stool
Located in Barcelona, ES
Wooden Pedestal or Stool, Spain, 1930s. Provenance: Sculptor's whorkshop / atelier. To be used as pedestal stand as shown at the images or as footstool. Nice addition to any industri...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wood

Early 20th C English Wood Bench with Green Metal Frame
Located in Troy, MI
Found in England, this circa 1910 bench has a green metal frame and slat wood seat and back rest. Great curves and patina to painted finish on metal frame. Wood and metal show wear U...
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Early 20th Century English Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Metal

Early 20 th Century Antique Italian Large Mirror
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Venetian very large mirror. Frame has been transformed from the early 1900s veranda window-door made by black smith. The mirror frame will be a grea...
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Early 20th Century Italian Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Metal

Antique Vintage Set of Three Wooden Adobe Forms
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Rustic decorative Vintage Set of three wooden adobe Forms L 28 x 15 x 2.25, inside 6 x 11.75, M 27 x 13.75 x 2 h, inside 6 x 11.75, S 22.25 x 11.75 x 2 h, inside 4.25 x 8.25 original...
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Early 20th Century Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Wood

Old Fireplace Mantel - Antique Fireplace - Old Limestone fireplace mantle
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
This old mantel was intricately hand carved by Italian master carvers and installed on site anywhere between circa(1782-1805). It has been well preserved throughout the years. It was...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Limestone

Antique Rustic Farmhouse Blue Wooden Trug or Tool Box
Located in Elkhart, IN
A charming country farmhouse wooden tool box trug painted in a beautiful blue. This piece would be ideal as a craft organizer, silverware holder, or garden tool box. Iowa, USA, Late...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Wood, Paint

Unique Pair of Polished River Rock Sinks
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of river rock wash basins. This pair of sinks have each been carved from a single, natural river rock boulder. Each sink has a polished bowl with ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Stone

Antique Galvanized Tin Cowboy Wash Tub
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Antique, galvanized tin, cowboy wash tub circa 1890's is a gorgeous addition to any rustic or industrial decor. The full sized tub tapers from 27 inches to 14 inches and slopes from ...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Tin

Pair of Vintage Aged Concrete Garden Planters – Classic Outdoor Décor
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Bring timeless elegance and rustic charm to your garden, patio, or entryway with this striking pair of vintage concrete garden planters. Crafted from durable, weather-resistant concr...
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Mid-20th Century American Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Concrete

Shou Sugi Ban 4 foot Wood Bench Pine Corten Steel by Alabama Sawyer
Located in Birmingham, AL
Our beam bench utilizes salvaged local pine logs for a rustic bench for indoors or outdoors. Narrow and backless, the simple lines express the natural texture of the end grain of eac...
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2010s North American Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Steel

18th Century Pot from Granada, Spain (3 available)
Located in Houston, TX
18th Century Biot Pot from Granada, Spain (3 available) Terracotta Olive Jar or Pot with nicely aged patina. 3 are available, all similar.
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18th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Terracotta

19th Century Glazed Terracotta Tall Pot with Handles
Located in Middleburg, VA
With its timeworn beauty and graceful silhouette, this 19th-century Turkish terracotta vessel captures the soulful elegance of Old World craftsmanship! Hand-thrown and kiln-fired cir...
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19th Century Turkish Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Terracotta, Clay, Earthenware

19th C. Rustic Plant Stand
Located in Queens, NY
Nineteenth century Rustic Continental natural twig form plant stand supported by three legs and featuring ten planters staggered at different levels around a large, centered shelf.
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19th Century Unknown Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Wood, Twig

Small Vintage Javanese Bench with A-Frame Base and Custom Green Finish
Located in Yonkers, NY
A small vintage Javanese A-Frame wooden bench from the Mid-20th Century, with professionally done custom green painted finish, carved apron and distressed patina. Created in Java dur...
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Mid-20th Century Javanese Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Wood

French Vintage Outdoor Iron and Marble Table
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful French table from the late 1800s, made in France of the Rustic Chic style. The table has a wrought iron frame painted white, has four cylindrical legs that support the top...
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Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Marble, Iron

19th Century Grain Mortar
Located in Chicago, IL
A fantastic sculptural 19th century grain mortar of one piece of wood with a wonderful patina that glows! Would be an incredible waste paper basket in a powder room or office. Could ...
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19th Century Unknown Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Wood

Vintage Italian Terracotta Wall Pocket Planter – Handcrafted Fluted Design
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This vintage Italian terracotta wall pocket planter is a beautifully handcrafted piece, reminiscent of traditional Tuscan and Mediterranean garden ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Clay, Terracotta

Large 19th Century Portable Pine Farm Harvest Table
Located in San Francisco, CA
An interesting old pine farm table. A large antique portable table originally used to set up in the orchards or fields during harvesting time to serve the workers on. In excellent antique condition. European possibly Irish...
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19th Century European Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Pine

Vintage Cast Iron Farm Animals Silhouette Door Stops, Set of 3
Located in Elkhart, IN
A charming set of three farmhouse country cast iron door stops or garden art in the form of a ram, pig, and quail. USA, Early 20th Century Ram measuers: 12"W x 1.5"D x 10.25"H...
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Early 20th Century American Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Pair of Massive Antique Arch Form Doors
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A pair of antique doors with arched and paneled design with remnants of old green and other encrusted paint. The doors do have some old hinges an...
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19th Century Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

17th century Bronze Cauldron, tripod feet, France
Located in BELFORT, FR
French 17th century bronze cauldron or cooking pot. It weighs about 2,5 kg. A hole has been made in the bottom, probably to use it as a planter. It is a beautiful decorative object.
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17th Century French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Bronze

Late 19th Century Swedish Round Solid Cast Iron Table
Located in Kramfors, SE
Rustic solid cast iron table made in Sweden during the late 1800s by Skoglund & Olson. The company was established in 1874 by Erik Gustaf Skoglund and Axel Olson as a foundry in Gävl...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Rustic building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Rustic building and garden elements 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 building and garden elements created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, decorative objects, seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rustic building and garden elements 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 building and garden elements, popular names associated with this style include Alabama Sawyer, Old Hickory Furniture Company, Andrianna Shamaris, Boisset Pottery, and Anduze. 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 building and garden elements differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $65 and tops out at $34,500 while the average work can sell for $1,515.

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