Rustic Decorative Baskets
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
Large Majolica Pate Tureen Caugant Circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Large Majolica Pate Tureen signed Caugant Circa 1950.
Category
1950s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Ceramic
Chinese Woven River Basket, circa 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
Centuries ago, a woven reed fisherman’s basket such as this would have been common in rural China as an everyday item, used until it became worn through. This 19th-century example re...
Category
Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Reed, Wood
Provincial Chinese Grain Container, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This hand-crafted wooden bucket was once used by farmers in Shandong, China to transport their harvest of grains and other crops over long distances. Counterbalanced by a second cont...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Wood
French Majolica Duckling Tureen Caugant circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica Duckling Tureen signed Caugant Circa 1950.
Category
1950s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Ceramic
Chinese Provincial Grain Container, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This hand-crafted wooden bucket was once used by farmers in Shanxi, China to transport their harvest of rice and grains over long distances. Counterbalanced by a second container, th...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Wood
Antique Cabin Decor Antler Basket, Germany ca. 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A large rustic antler basket made of real fallow deer antlers mounted on a carved wooden centerpiece. The upper antlers are additionally connected by a ...
Category
Early 20th Century German Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Antler, Wood
Rare Majolica Chesnut Tureen Luneville, circa 1890
By Luneville
Located in Austin, TX
Rare and colorful Majolica chesnut tureen Luneville, circa 1890.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Swedish Style Gilt Edge Metal Wastebasket with Vintage Feel
Located in Sheffield, MA
Rustic and elegant at the same time, add a neoclassical country touch to your bedroom or bathroom. The gold toned metal gives it a classic vintage/antique feel. Suitable for any deco...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Tin
Provincial Chinese Grain Container, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This hand-crafted wooden bucket was once used by farmers in Shanxi, China to transport their harvest of rice and grains over long distances. Counterbalanced by a second container, th...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Wood
Chinese Woven Measure Basket, circa 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
Basket making is an ancient and humble craft, but in the hands of a skilled weaver a simple willow basket can become a truly beautiful work of art. This basket was made in China long...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Willow
Tall Vintage Rustic Wooden Barrel with Slatted Body and Rope-Style Motifs
Located in Yonkers, NY
A tall vintage wooden barrel from Northern Thailand, with slatted body and rope-style motifs. We are immediately drawn to the rustic feel and gre...
Category
Mid-20th Century Thai Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Wood
Rustic Swedish 1890s Two-Toned Wicker Tapering Basket with Large Handles
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish two-toned wicker basket from the late 19th century, with two large handles and brass lock. Charming us with its rustic appearance and contrasti...
Category
Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Brass
Antique Rustic Hand Woven Karagumoy Filipino Two Toned Grain Basket
Located in Yonkers, NY
A hand woven karagumoy Filipino basket from the 19th century, with checkered two-toned structure, side opening and rustic character. Created in the Philippines...
Category
19th Century Philippine Antique Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Natural Fiber, Wood
Antique Woven Rattan Baskets with Circular Top and Tapering Base, Sold Each
Located in Yonkers, NY
Two antique Chinese hand-woven rattan baskets with circular tops and tapering bases. These two antique Chinese hand-woven rattan baskets, with their circular tops and gently tapering...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Rattan
Small French Majolica Reticulated Jardiniere Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Small French Majolica Reticulated handled Jardiniere Circa 1890.
Leaves and berries.
W / 8 by 4.8 inches.
H / 3.4 inches.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Faience, Pottery
Chinese Round Grain Container with Offering Fruits, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This hand-crafted wood container dates to the early 20th century and was used to store rice and other grains. The lidded container has a rounded body with a short footed base, constr...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Iron
Circa 1900 8-Bottle Wine Carrier
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1900 French zinc & turned wood 8-bottle wine carrier. Shaped, turned wood carrying handle. Eight bottle comparments. With crusty finish, bends & dings as expected with age, use...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Zinc
Japanese XL Wooden Mortar and Pestle, Rustic, Wabi-Sabi, Japan, 1920s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Japan; Rustic; Wabi-Sabi; Kitchen objects; Mortar & Pestle; 1920's; Craftsmanship; Patina;
Rustic XL wooden mortar and pestle made in the 1920s in ...
Category
1920s Japanese Vintage Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Wood
Chinese Woven River Basket, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Centuries ago, a woven reed fisherman’s basket such as this would have been common in rural China as an everyday item, used until it became worn through. This 19th-century example re...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Wood, Willow
Woven Rattan Baskets on Legs with Greek Key Motifs, Four Pieces Sold Each
Located in Yonkers, NY
Old woven rattan rustic Chinese baskets on wooden legs, with Greek key friezes. Imbued with rustic charm and historic elegance, these vintage Chinese baskets are charming artifacts f...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Rattan
Set of Three Decorative Rustic Chic Wooden Boxes
Located in Milano, IT
Fabulous painted wooden decorative boxes from the early 1920s Rustic Chic period, made in Italy.
The boxes are small and are useful for organizing and arr...
Category
1920s Italian Vintage Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Wood
Chinese Bent Handle Fisherman's Basket, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Basket making is an ancient and humble craft, but in the hands of a skilled weaver a simple willow basket can become a truly beautiful work of art. This bent handle basket was made i...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Willow, Bentwood
Rustic Vintage Square Shaped Rattan Basket with Weathered Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Burmese square rattan basket with weathered appearance. Born in Burma during the midcentury period, this rustic rattan basket features a square shape, accented by nicely woven corners and a rectangular lid. Elegant in its simplicity, this Burmese vintage rattan basket...
Category
Mid-20th Century Burmese Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Rattan
Chinese Well Bucket, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This vintage water bucket conjures up images of water-bearing figures illustrated in painted scrolls. Beautifully aged with a warm patina, this Qi...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Iron
Chinese Grain Storage Container, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This hand-crafted wooden bucket was once used by farmers in Shanxi, China to transport their harvest of rice and grains over long distances. Counterbalanced by a second container, th...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Wood
Antiqued Hand Carved Wood Bucket
Located in Dallas, TX
The Brendan Bass Estate Collection pays homage to the beauty of vintage and antique
pieces, each artfully concealing endless stories collected through the generations in which they ...
Category
20th Century Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Metal
Chinese Woven Bamboo Basket
Located in Chicago, IL
This smoky brown carrying basket originates from southeast Asia and is expertly crafted of thin strips of smoked bamboo. Carefully hand-woven in a plain weave with a band of exposed ...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Bamboo, Wood
“Laço”, 2020, Naturally Dyed Felted Wool Vase by Inês Schertel, Brazil
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
The contemporary textile designer Inês Schertel manufactures versatile items using a six thousand year old technique. Each piece is unique in color and form and are not woven as text...
Category
2010s Brazilian Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Wool
Small Antique Dowry Basket with Distressed Brown Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
A small antique Chinese dowry basket from the early 20th century, with brown patina and weathered appearance. Charming our eyes with its rustic flair, th...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Wood
Chinese Bent Handle Fisherman's Basket, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Basket making is an ancient and humble craft, but in the hands of a skilled weaver a simple willow basket becomes a truly beautiful statement. The artisan’s mastery is evident in thi...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Willow
Majolica Wire Basket with Leaves Villeroy & Boch, Circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Charming Majolica wire basket with leaves Villeroy & Boch, Circa 1900.
Category
Early 1900s German Antique Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Wire
Vintage Boho Shanghai Weave Chicken Basket
Located in west palm beach, FL
Infuse your space with rustic charm and boho flair with this vintage Shanghai weave chicken basket. Crafted with intricate woven details and a unique, organic shape, it offers both f...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Rattan
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...
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Rattan
Early 20th Century American Splint Oak Buttocks Basket
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful American splint oak gathering basket with woven twig handle. The charming basket has a tight weave and would be charming as a decorative or functional piece.
USA, Early ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Oak
Mid-Century Rope Basket Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Large Rope and Cork Fruits Basket Audoux Minet.
20.2 inches Lenght.
Category
1960s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Rope, Cork
Vintage Boho Shanghai Weave Rabbit Basket
Located in west palm beach, FL
Add whimsical charm and boho style to your space with this vintage Shanghai weave rabbit basket. The detailed woven craftsmanship and unique shape make it a perfect blend of function...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Rattan
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 Decorative Baskets
Materials
Willow
Chinese Lacquered Grain Bucket
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Chinese elmwood grain bucket with a beautiful dark blue lacquer and a wonderful carved wood through tenon handle.
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Elm
Antique Asian Wood Bucket
Located in Sheffield, MA
A classically shaped antique Chinese cypress water bucket with original cast iron handles and straps with lovely old wood patina. The rustic country style bucket has many practical u...
Category
Early 20th Century Asian Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Iron
French Majolica Strawberries Basket Sarreguemines circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica Strawberries Basket signed Sarreguemines circa 1880.
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Ceramic
Spanish Braided Wood Large Rustic Basket, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Traditional hand-braided wood decorative basket / storage basket, Spain, 1940s-1950s.
Hand-crafted basket from Galicia, at the northern part of Spain.
Wooden stripes beautifully wove...
Category
20th Century Spanish Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Wood
Primitive Rustic Basket, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Primitive rustic laundry basket handcrafted in 19th century France, a captivating decorative piece in any home or a unique pot for your plants. Its authentic, weathered patina tells ...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Wood
Green Majolica Reticulated Basket Sarreguemines, circa 1870
Located in Austin, TX
Green Majolica Reticulated Basket signed Sarreguemines Majolica , circa 1870.
Category
1930s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Ceramic
Large Rustic Wicker Basket
Located in Stockton, NJ
A large vintage rustic wicker basket with lid. Original white painted finish with excellent patina.
Category
Early 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Wicker
Mid-Century French Rattan Waste bin or Basket
Located in Austin, TX
Mid-Century French Rattan Waste bin ,basket or cache pot.
H / 9.3 inches, D / 11 inches.
Category
1960s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Artisanal Tree Trunk Planter, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Artisanal tree trunk planter or basket in cork, meticulously handcrafted by skilled artisans and echoing the era's dedication to craftsmanship. Embrace t...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Cork
Chinese Woven River Basket, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Centuries ago, a woven reed fisherman’s basket such as this would have been common in rural China as an everyday item, used until it became worn through. This late 19th-century examp...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Wood, Willow
19th century Scandinavian woven pine basket
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century Scandinavian woven pine basket circa 1890.
Beautiful piece of rustic Swedish craftsmanship which could have multiple uses around the home such as a log bin, hallway sho...
Category
Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Pine
Chinese Flared Garden Basket, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
It is easy to imagine someone, long ago, gathering a harvest from their garden or strolling to the market with this beautiful basket tucked under their arm. Hand-woven of young willo...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Willow, Bamboo
Wicker Picnic Hamper Basket
Located in Bradenton, FL
A wicker picnic hamper basket with two wrapped bamboo handles. Decorated on each side with twisted bands of rattan in pink and green, and green woven diamonds reminiscent of Heywood ...
Category
Late 20th Century Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Wicker
Mar Handwoven Fruit Bowl made of Fique Fiber
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The wonderful deep and contrasting shades of blue of the Caribbean Ocean (Mar) inspired the hues and design of this sophisticated basket bowl.
Our popular fruit bowls and basket tra...
Category
2010s Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Wood
Vintage Asian Monumental Stacked Wedding Basket
Located in west palm beach, FL
This stunning vintage Asian monumental stacked wedding basket is a masterpiece of traditional craftsmanship, reflecting the elegance and cultural significance of wedding rituals from...
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Iron
French Majolica Wire Basket Salins circa 1890
By Salins
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica wire basket Salins circa 1890.
Grapes and leaves.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Metal
Rare French Majolica Blackberries Basket signed Sarreguemines circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
Rare French Majolica Blackberries Basket signed Sarreguemines circa 1920.
Category
1920s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Ceramic
Large American Western Basket Vintage Woven Reed 1950s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Large vintage traditional hand coiled American Western basket.
This tightly hand woven willow basket showcases talent and history of Southwestern region.
Displayed is a center star d...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Reed, Willow
Chinese Woven Garden Basket, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
It is easy to imagine someone, long ago, gathering a harvest from their garden or strolling to the market with this beautiful basket tucked under their arm. Hand-woven of young willo...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Bentwood, Willow
Woven Wicker Shopping Basket
Located in Bradenton, FL
A traditional shopping or gathering basket made of wicker. An arched handle of bentwood bamboo is wrapped with rattan secured to the braided rim of the basket.
Category
Late 20th Century Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Mid-20th Century Chinese Woven Reed Basket
Located in Chicago, IL
A mid-20th century Chinese woven reed gathering basket with a thick bentwood handle attached to a thick heavy band with woven reed lacing.
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Reed
Rustic decorative baskets for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Rustic decorative baskets 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 baskets 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, natural fiber and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rustic decorative baskets made in a specific country, there are Asia, East Asia, and China pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative baskets, popular names associated with this style include Michel Caugant, Sarreguemines, Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet, and Desvres. 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 baskets differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $90 and tops out at $5,391 while the average work can sell for $450.