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.
$799Sale Price|47% Off
18th Century French Hand Forged Iron Candleholder
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful rustic 18th century hand forged iron candleholder for 3 candles. A wonderful example of primitive folk art. A perfect balance between utility and aesthetics. France, 18th c...
Iron
Yellow Glass Candle Holder, Rustic Style, Spain, 12.5" Height, 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Yellow glass candle holder, circa 1960. By Unknown manufacturer. Spain. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. Materials...
Glass
Black Forest Cabin Decor Antler Candelabra, circa 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Black Forest Cabin Decor Antler Candelabra, circa 1900 A very rare and great cabin decor style five-armed candelabra with five candle spouts. Made of original deer and virginia deer...
Antler
$539Sale Price|48% Off
French 18th Century Hand Forged Iron Candleholder
Located in Buisson, FR
Very old and beautiful hand forged iron candleholder. France, circa 1700-1750. Weathered.
Iron
$586Sale Price|50% Off
17th Century French Hand Forged Iron Candleholder
Located in Buisson, FR
Amazing 17th century hand forged iron candleholder. A wonderful example of primitive folk art. A perfect balance between utility and aesthetics. France, Spain, 17th century. Weathe...
Iron
Metal Antler Candlestick
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautifully designed candlestick. Made of metal with striations throughout, the candlestick sits perfectly on any table, console, side or mantle. A delightful addition to many c...
Metal
Large Scale Hand Forged Iron And Blown Glass Hurricane Style Candle Holder
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a hand forged iron and blown glass candle holder. It is an artist rendering from antique salvaged pieces. It is in very good condition has a nice large scale.
Iron
$169Sale Price|20% Off
Brutalist Design Solid Oak Candle Stick
Located in TARBES, FR
Candle stick in solid oak brutalist design. Imposing church candlestick in solid oak from the 1950s, brutalist design, exceptional piece of decoration. Rustic furniture designates a...
Oak
Vintage Sarried Glazed Pottery Candlestick
By Sarried Ltd.
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Beautiful large glaze pottery candle holder by Sarried, LTD. Tall piece with grape vine motif. Nicely appointed with weathered presence.
Pottery
Stylish Cabin Decor Antler Candle Holder with Deer Carving, Germany ca. 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Stylish cabin decor antler candle holder with deer carving, Germany ca. 1900 A fashionable rustic candle holder, made of antlers from the deer. The spout is made of turned antler pi...
Antler, Wood
Black Forest Candle Holder with Pewter Base and Spout, Germany, circa 1860s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A Black Forest Candle Holder with Pewter Base and Spout, Germany circa 1860s An antique Black Forest candle holder with pewter base and spout. Made with an original deer antler. Man...
Pewter
A Pair Lovely Antique Candle Holders with Chamois Horns
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A Pair Lovely Antique Candle Holders with Chamois Horns A lovely pair of rustic candle holders, made of horns from the chamois. The spout and base are made of turned and ebonized wo...
Antler, Wood
American Country Brass Candlestick
Located in Queens, NY
American Country-style (20th Century) round brass candlestick with handle
Brass
$534Sale Price|42% Off
18th-19th Century Hand Forged Iron Candleholder
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful 18th-19th century hand forged iron candleholder. A wonderful example of primitive folk art. A perfect balance between utility and aesthetics. Southern France, Spain, 18th...
Iron
$933Sale Price|42% Off
Antique Hand Forged Iron Candleholder, Adjustable Height, England, 1700-1800
Located in Buisson, FR
Very pure and beautiful hand forged iron candleholder, England, circa 1700-1800. Despite of its age in a very good condition. Candleholder can be adjusted in height.
Iron
$933Sale Price / set|49% Off
Couple 16th-17th Century Spanish Hand Forged Iron Candleholders
Located in Buisson, FR
Great pair of very old wrought iron candleholders. Unique pieces, Spain circa 1500-1700. Weathered. H:68-78cm W:19-23cm
Iron
Vintage Boho Wrought Iron Bow Candlesticks- A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your interior with this stunning pair of vintage wrought iron candlesticks, featuring an elegant twisted metal design adorned with charming bow accents. Their patinated finis...
Wrought Iron
Elephant Candlestick in Bronze Verdigris
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
Unique and handmade functional art in cast bronze. Handcrafted two-arm candelabra in cast bronze, featuring small sculpted motifs of an elephant and acacia tree in a verdigris patin...
Bronze
French Faience Quimper Candelstick Circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
French Faience Quimper Candelstick Circa 1950.
Ceramic, Faience
Large Antique Wooden Church Candle Holder, France, 1850s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1850s / Antique / Large wooden church candle holder / Original patina / rustic An antique turned wooden church candle holder from France, dat...
Wood
$956Sale Price / set|20% Off
Vintage Ram Horns on Black Marble Stands, Pair
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning pair of ram's horns mounted on black marble bases USA, Late 20th Century Each measures: 17"W x 4.75"D x 11"H Very good vintage condition.
Brass
Pair Black Forest Candle Holders with Pewter Base and Spout, Germany circa 1860s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Pair Black Forest Candle Holders with Pewter Base and Spout, Germany circa 1860s An antique pair of Black Forest candle holders with pewter base and spouts. Each made with an origin...
Pewter
Set of 2 antique 19th century French copper candlesticks
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1900 / Pair Candlesticks / copper / Antique / Rustic Stylish set of copper table candlesticks with round baluster base from the 19th century. This pair of brass candlestick...
Copper
Decorative Antique Antler Candelabra with Three Spouts, 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Decorative antique Antler candelabra with three spouts 1900 A countrycore antique three-armed candleholder, made of antlers from the deer and virginia deer. It was executed in the B...
Antler
Antique French candlestick in bronze, ca. 1890
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1890 / candlesticks / bronze / Antique / Rustic A rare candlestick in bronze, crafted in France around 1890. This candlestick features a beautifully designed sturdy base an...
Bronze
Black Forest Candle Holder with Wooden Base and Spout, Germany
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Black Forest Candle Holder with Wooden Base and Spout, Germany A vintage Black Forest candle holder with turned wooden base and spout. Made with an original deer horn. Manufactured ...
Antler, Wood
French antique Candlestick in bronze, 16th century
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 16th century / candlestick / bronze / Antique / Rustic An antique bronze candlestick on an octagonal baseand with curved stem in different patterns. Crafted in the 16th ce...
Bronze
Set of 2 Antique French copper candlesticks in Baroque style, 1900s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1900 / set Candlesticks / Copper / Antique / Rustic Two antique candlestick in copper crafted in France around 1900. The square openwork base is decorated with delicate lea...
Copper
Antique French early 17th century haute epoque copper candlestick
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 17th century / candlestick / copper / Antique / Rustic Antique copper candle holder from the haute epoque period. Hand crafted ...
Copper
Antique Antler Candle Holder with Deer Horns, Germany Around 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Antler candle holder with deer horns, Germany around 1900 A rustic candle holder, made of horns from the deer. The spout features a turn...
Antler
Antique copper Flemish disc candlestick from the 15th century
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 15th century / candlestick / copper / antique / rustic Beautiful copper candlestick from the 15th century made in Belgium. On a circular base that supports a barrel with r...
Copper
Antique Candle Stick With Real Chamois Horn, 19th Century
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Candle Stick With Real Chamois Horn, 19th century A Victorian candle holder, made of horns from the chamois and the deer. The spout and b...
Antler, Wood
A Pair Antique Black Forest Gun Holders, Austria late 19th Century
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A Pair Antique Black Forest Gun Holders, Austria late 19th Century An antique pair of Black Forest gun holders mounted side by side on the wall. They...
Antler, Wood
Large Five Armed Cabin Decor Antler Candelabra, 1880
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Large five armed cabin Decor Antler Candelabra 1880 A very rare and great five-armed rustic candelabra with six candle spouts. Made of original stag and d...
Antler
Large Antler Candle Holder ca. 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Large Antler Candle Holder ca. 1900 An antique large antler candle holder made from real deer and elk antlers. Made in the Black Forest region around 1900. A great addition to your ...
Antler
A Pair Vintage Black Forest Candle Holders with Wooden Base and Spout
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A Pair Vintage Black Forest Candle Holders with Wooden Base and Spout, Germany ca. 1930s The pair of Black Forest candle holders consists of a wooden turned base and spouts. Each ma...
Antler, Wood
A Pair Vintage Black Forest Candle Holders with Wooden Base and Spout ca. 1930
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A Pair Vintage Black Forest Candle Holders with Wooden Base and Spout, Germany ca. 1930s A pair of Black Forest candle holders with wooden turned base and spouts. Each made with an ...
Antler, Wood
Pair of Victorian Antler Candle Holders with Fine Carvings, Germany Ca. 1880
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Pair of Victorian antler candle holders with fine carvings, Germany ca. 1880 A pair of Victorian candle holders, made of ebonized wood and antlers f...
Antler, Wood
Antique Cabin Decor Two-Armed Antler Candlestick 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Cabin Decor Two-Armed Antler Candlestick 1900 A rare antique candleholder which is made of roebuck antlers pieces. It was executed ca. 190...
Antler, Wood
$175 / set
Rustic Pine Candlestick Holders - a Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
A pair of rustic turned candlestick holders in pine. Beautifully grained, the simple curves show spots and stripes in the wood. Tops are inset with brass capitals. Dimensions per can...
Pine
Stylish Cabin Decor Antler Candlestick, Germany, circa 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Stylish Cabin Decor Antler Candlestick, Germany, circa 1900 A fashionable rustic candle holder, made of antlers from the deer. The spout is made of turned antler pieces. Executed in...
Antler
Pair of 17th Century Northern European Turned Bronze Candlesticks
Located in San Francisco, CA
A late 17th century pair of bronze turned pricket candlesticks ( Dutch or German) with drip plates and lead filled sockets with iron prickets. Overall very good original condition....
Bronze
Pair of 2 French antique candlesticks in bronze, ca. 1890
Located in Meulebeke, BE
A set of two elegant copper candlesticks with square bases. Crafted in France around 1900. This beautiful set with classic design seamlessly blends with both modern and traditional...
Copper
Contemporary Adirondack Style Rustic Twig and Glass Candle Holder
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary Adirondack-style rustic footed candle holder with twig exterior and glass inset.
Glass
Contemporary Adirondack Style Twig and Glass Candle Holder
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary Adirondack-style rustic footed candle holder with twig exterior and glass inset. (Similar Piece: 063302)
Glass
Contemporary Adirondack Style Glass and Twig Candle Holder
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary Adirondack-style rustic footed candle holder with twig exterior and glass inset. (Similar Piece: 063301)
Glass
$1,440Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Italian Carved Three-Light Candelabras
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Polychrome pair of Italian carved three arm candelabras or candle holders. Features a decorative painted frame with yellow and red over a grey background done in a whimsical style. D...
Zinc
Rustic Polychromed Wood Candleholder, Mid-20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A charming candleholder, hand carved in wood and polychromed in natural color. From India. Rustic style, circa 1970. Three available, sold separately.
Wood
Vintage Boho Patinated Scalloped Wooden Antler Hurricane
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Introduce a striking blend of rustic charm and bohemian flair with this unique vintage hurricane vase. Crafted with compelling artistry, it features dramatic antler-style supports cr...
Glass, Wood, Paint
$975 / set
Vintage Boho Floor Candle Stands Trio
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your interior with this stunning trio of vintage floor candle stands. Featuring an organic, textured design and a sturdy patinated finish, these candle holders combine rustic...
Metal
$472Sale Price|20% Off
Early 21st Century Sculptural Hand Turned Wood Candlesticks by Artist Robert Ros
Located in Cookeville, TN
Set of 3 - elegant turned wood candlestick set by wood artist Robert Rosand. Hand-turned Wood, One 12 inch, one 11 inch and one 10 inch tall. Also include three turned wooden candles...
Wood, Paint
$1,140 / item
Elephant Candlestick in cast bronze - handmade
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
Handcrafted two-arm candelabra in cast bronze, featuring small sculpted motifs of an elephant and acacia tree in a verdigris patina. These decorative elements were individually wax m...
Bronze