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COUNTRY STYLE

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.

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Style: Country
Head and Shoulder Bust of a Young Girl Garden Statue
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Head and Shoulder Bust of a Young Girl Garden Statue This is a charming detailed bust of a rather wistful young girl, note the folds of her dress a...
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1950s Vintage Country Busts

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Cast Stone

Head and Shoulder Bust of a Young Girl Garden Statue
Head and Shoulder Bust of a Young Girl Garden Statue

Head and Shoulder Bust of a Young Girl Garden Statue

18th Century French Terracotta Bust of a Gentleman
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
After a model attributed to Jean Antoine Houdon, of the poet Nicolas Joseph Laurent Gilbert (1750 - 1780). Superbly sculpted in a coat and ruffled shirt set on a waisted socle. The...
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18th Century French Antique Country Busts

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Terracotta

18th Century French Terracotta Bust of a Gentleman
18th Century French Terracotta Bust of a Gentleman

18th Century French Terracotta Bust of a Gentleman

19th Century French White Alabaster Bust of Lady in Bonnet
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a beautiful 19th century French white alabaster bust of lady in Bonnet. From circa 1880, this bust is gorgeous in it’s detail and subject matter. Made in probably, Franc...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Country Busts

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Alabaster

19th Century French White Alabaster Bust of Lady in Bonnet
19th Century French White Alabaster Bust of Lady in Bonnet

19th Century French White Alabaster Bust of Lady in Bonnet

Fine Italian 19th-20th Century Carved Two-Color Alabaster Bust of a Young Beauty
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An Italian 19th-20th century carved color-alabaster bust of a young beauty. The finely carved two-tone alabaster bust, depicting a young girl posing with a side gaze and wavy hair ti...
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Country Busts

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Alabaster

Fine Italian 19th-20th Century Carved Two-Color Alabaster Bust of a Young Beauty
Fine Italian 19th-20th Century Carved Two-Color Alabaster Bust of a Young Beauty

Fine Italian 19th-20th Century Carved Two-Color Alabaster Bust of a Young Beauty

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Late 19th Century Antique Alabaster Bust of a Young Girl Holding a Small Bird
Located in Stamford, CT
Fabulous antique alabaster bust of a young girl holding a small bird. The details are amazing and the young girl has a beautiful smile as she po...
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Late 19th Century Antique Country Busts

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Alabaster

Late 19th Century Antique Alabaster Bust of a Young Girl Holding a Small Bird
Late 19th Century Antique Alabaster Bust of a Young Girl Holding a Small Bird

Late 19th Century Antique Alabaster Bust of a Young Girl Holding a Small Bird

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Pair of 19th Century French Terracotta Busts of Children Signed E. Guillemin
By Émile Guillemin
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate an office shelf with this cheerful pair of antique terracotta children busts. Crafted in Paris, France circa 1880, each subject features a child face sculpture standing on a black painted socle base. Each figure has wonderful facial expressions and nice details. Both artworks are signed on the back E. Guillemin with marks reading "Quai Jemmapes 6". The busts are in excellent condition with the original terracotta patinated finish. Émile Coriolan Hippolyte Guillemin (1841-1907) was a French sculptor of the Belle Époque. He worked mainly in bronze and also made artwork subjects in terracotta. He studied under his father, the painter Auguste Guillemin, and under Jean-Jules Salmson. He showed work at the Salon of Paris from 1870-1899, and in 1897 received an honorable mention there. His sculptures incorporated themes inspired by the French revolution, Mediterranean mythology, and orientalist aesthetics. His oeuvre is reminiscent of other mid-18th century European bronze sculptors, including Jef Lambeaux, Marcel...
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Pair of 19th Century French Terracotta Busts of Children Signed E. Guillemin
Pair of 19th Century French Terracotta Busts of Children Signed E. Guillemin

Pair of 19th Century French Terracotta Busts of Children Signed E. Guillemin

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Italian 19th Century Hand Carved Alabaster Bust Sculpture of a Young Girl Holdin
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Located in Firenze, IT
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Country Busts

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19th Century Italian Alabaster Bust
Located in Houston, TX
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19th Century Italian Alabaster Bust
19th Century Italian Alabaster Bust

19th Century Italian Alabaster Bust

H 20.25 in W 13 in D 7.5 in
Young Girl Bust Statue by Attilio Torresini, Italy, 1930s
By Attilio Torresini
Located in Roma, IT
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1930s Italian Vintage Country Busts

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Young Girl Bust Statue by Attilio Torresini, Italy, 1930s

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H 11.42 in W 5.52 in D 3.15 in
Florentine marble and alabaster bust of a woman, 20th century
Located in View Park, CA
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20th Century Italian Country Busts

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Florentine marble and alabaster bust of a woman, 20th century
Florentine marble and alabaster bust of a woman, 20th century

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French Terracotta Bust of an Officer
Located in Essex, MA
In the Napoleonic style with much later faux marbre plinth.
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1850s European Antique Country Busts

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Terracotta

French Terracotta Bust of an Officer
French Terracotta Bust of an Officer

French Terracotta Bust of an Officer

H 13 in Dm 5.63 in
19th Century French Carved Marble Statue of Young Girl Seated and Reading
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a shelf or a lady's desk with this adorable antique statue. Hand carved in France circa 1880, the marble statue stands on an attached square rocky form base, and depicts a y...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Country Busts

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Marble

19th Century French Carved Marble Statue of Young Girl Seated and Reading
19th Century French Carved Marble Statue of Young Girl Seated and Reading

19th Century French Carved Marble Statue of Young Girl Seated and Reading

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European Marble Bust of a Young Girl
Located in Bradenton, FL
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Marble

European Marble Bust of a Young Girl
European Marble Bust of a Young Girl

European Marble Bust of a Young Girl

H 22.5 in W 16 in D 10 in
Italian Carved Alabaster And Marble Bust Of Young Girl By Antonio Frilli
By Antonio Frilli
Located in Norwood, NJ
Masterfully carved and sculpted alabaster bust of a young girl with outstretched arms holding up a cup by Antonio Frilli. Smiling faced young girl, wearing lace and ruffled clothing,...
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Italian Carved Alabaster And Marble Bust Of Young Girl By Antonio Frilli

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French Antique Bust of a Young Girl in Plaster
Located in SAINTE-COLOMBE, FR
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French Antique Bust of a Young Girl in Plaster
French Antique Bust of a Young Girl in Plaster

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A 19th Century French Terracotta Bust Of A Young Boy
Located in London, GB
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A 19th Century French Terracotta Bust Of A Young Boy
A 19th Century French Terracotta Bust Of A Young Boy

A 19th Century French Terracotta Bust Of A Young Boy

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19th Century French Large Plaster Torso
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Large 19th Century French plaster torso representing Laocoon the Trojan Priest. Provenance Her Rijst Castle, Belgium.
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19th Century French Antique Country Busts

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Plaster

19th Century French Large Plaster Torso
19th Century French Large Plaster Torso

19th Century French Large Plaster Torso

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Country busts for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Country busts for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage busts created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with stone, alabaster and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Country busts made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. 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 busts differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,593 and tops out at $6,475 while the average work can sell for $3,546.

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