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.
Pressed Botanicals (6)
Located in Highwood, IL
Antique French Pressed Botanicals Set of Six from Maison des Frères Maristes, located in Varennes-sur-Alllier, France. Group of (6) with smaller and larger groupings are available. B...
Other
20th Century North American Caribou Mount
Located in Chicago, IL
Every cottage needs one of these! A 20th century North American caribou mount with a wonderful expression and a larger-than-life presence.
Animal Skin
Set of (9) Pressed Botanicals
Located in Highwood, IL
Pressed Botanicals in a set of (9) from France circa 1900. Our Set of (9) Pressed Botanicals are from Maison des Frères Maristes in Varennes-sur-Alllier, France. Grouping of (9) with...
Other
Pressed French Botanical, circa 1897
Located in Highwood, IL
Antique French pressed botanical from 1897. For those of you that may be interested, we will be listings many more antique French botanical's in the c...
H 7 in W 9 in D 2.3 in
Rare Majolica Butterfly Wall Pocket Clement Massier, circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Majolica butterfly wall pocket signed Clement Massier, Golfe Juan Circa 1900. H / 7 inches. W / 9 inches.
Ceramic, Faience
H 22.75 in W 17.5 in D 5 in
2nd Century Italian Stone Sculpture Roman Relief Aristocrat Mounted Antiques LA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
2nd Century Italian Stone Sculpture Roman Relief Aristocrat Mounted Antiques LA . Hand Carved Stone relief Aristocrat mounted on marble Private collector . ...
Stone, Limestone
H 1.5 in W 7.5 in D 6 in
Majolica Fish Sealife Platter Vallauris, circa 1950
By Vallauris
Located in Austin, TX
Small Majolica sealife platter Vallauris, circa 1950. High relief of fish, seaweeds,starfish. Nautical style. Diameter / 7.5 by 6"
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
H 29.53 in W 27.56 in D 11.03 in
Mid 20th Century Pressed Steel Hobby Horse, Western Mexico
By G. None
Located in Guadalajra, Jal
Mid 20th Century Pressed steel hobby horse.
Steel
H 6 in W 23 in D 6.5 in
1920s Steelcraft "inter-city-bus" Antique Pressed Steel Truck
By Steelcraft Murray and Merritt Alcoaster Aluminum
Located in Buffalo, NY
1920s Steelcraft "inter-city-bus" antique pressed steel truck, wonderful original condition, color surface, patina.
Steel
H 10.63 in W 30.32 in D 2.37 in
20th Century French Hand Carved Walnut Wall Mounted Decoration
Located in Sofia, BG
Hand carved walnut decoration panel made in the beginning of 20th century in France. Very good original condition.
Walnut
H 2.5 in W 11.5 in D 7.8 in
Oval Majolica Palissy Fish Platter Vallauris, circa 1950
By Vallauris
Located in Austin, TX
Oval Majolica Palissy Fish Platter Vallauris, circa 1950 Fishs, lemon,starfish,shells,seaweeds. From Provence. Length / 11.5 inches on 7.8 inches,...
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
H 6 in W 4.5 in D 4.5 in
A set of seventeen mid-20th century hand crafted mushroom scientific/botanical
Located in London, GB
A set of seventeen mid-20th century hand crafted mushroom scientific/botanical specimens Dimensions in inches: H 6” x W 4.5” x D 4.5” Age: Mid-20th century Origin: Unknown Condit...
Plaster, Pine
H 5.52 in W 11.82 in D 2.37 in
Leopard Set of 2 Sculpture
Located in Paris, FR
Sculpture Leopard Set of 2 all in ceramic with leopard pattern. Each piece dimension is: L30xD6xH14cm.
Ceramic
Original botanical model of the Tulip flower Robert Brendel late 19th century
Located in Milan, IT
Original Brendel botanical model of the Tulip flower made in Germany around the end of the 19th century by Robert Brendel (1821-1898). The flower is made of wood and papier mache and...
Wood
H 1.5 in Dm 10 in
Majolica Fish Sealife Platter Vallauris, circa 1950
By Vallauris
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica sealife platter Vallauris, circa 1950. High relief of 2 fishs, seaweeds, shells, crab, oyster. Nautical style. 10 inches diameter
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
H 8.5 in W 7 in D 1 in
Vintage G. Ugolini Italian Pietra Dura Miniature Flower Botanical Gilt Frame
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
A vintage, mid 20th century Italian pietra dura hard stone picturesque flower in a gilt frame. This incredibly beautiful pietra dura features a single rose. This is one of a collecti...
Marble
H 17.25 in W 11 in D 0.07 in
French Pressed Botanicals (9) c1900 Many Groupings Available in Different Sizes
Located in Highwood, IL
Antique French Pressed Botanicals Set of Nine from Maison des Frères Maristes in Varennes-sur-Alllier, France. Grouping of (9) and many more are still available. judging by the label...
Paper
H 17.25 in W 11 in D 0.07 in
Antique French Pressed Botanicals from Maison des Frères Set of (15) c1900
Located in Highwood, IL
Antique French Pressed Botanicals from Maison des Frères Maristes in Varennes-sur-Alllier, France. Grouping of (15) and many more still available. The pressed botanicals are roughly ...
Other
H 44 in W 32.5 in D 1.5 in
Pressed Botanicals Set of (9) Mounted in Old Window Frame Italian Dated 1913
Located in Highwood, IL
Pressed Italian Botanicals Set of (9) Mounted in an Old Window Frame with great old paint. We were fortunate enough to purchase two old window frames that probably some very clever i...
Paper, Wood, Glass
H 17.25 in W 11 in D 0.07 in
Antique French Pressed Botanicals Set of (18) from a Monastery School c1900
Located in Highwood, IL
Antique French Pressed Botanicals from Maison des Frères Maristes in Varennes-sur-Alllier, France. Grouping of (18) and many more still available. The pressed botanicals are roughly ...
Natural Fiber, Organic Material, Paper
H 17.25 in W 11 in D 0.07 in
Antique French Pressed Botanicals Set of (20) from a Monastery School c1900
Located in Highwood, IL
Antique French Pressed Botanicals from Maison des Frères Maristes in Varennes-sur-Alllier, France. Grouping of (20) and many more still available. The pressed botanicals are roughly ...
Natural Fiber, Organic Material, Paper
H 17.25 in W 11 in D 1 in
Antique Pressed Botanicals Grouping of (24) More Available 125-Years Old French
Located in Highwood, IL
Antique Pressed Botanicals, Grouping of (24) many more still available. The pressed botanical are roughly 125-Years Old and were found in an old French Monastery School that opened i...
Organic Material, Paper
H 10.63 in W 7.49 in D 7.88 in
Taxidermy Super Squirrel
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Recently made taxidermy super squirrel. The squirrel is completely handmade and died a natural death.
Fur
H 17.5 in W 5 in D 5 in
RIGHT PROPER Designed Tole Olive Topiary
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand-crafted by RIGHT PROPER artisans in small batches, this tole olive topiary is inspired by famed garden enthusiast Bunny Mellon and her passion for topiary cultivation. Made from...
Metal
H 17.25 in W 11 in D 0.07 in
Antique French Botanicals from a Monastery School in South of France Set of (8)
Located in Highwood, IL
Exquisite set of 8 Antique French Pressed Botanicals found in a closed Monastery School that opened in the l890's. The Pressed Botanicals are dated c1900 and are in as found conditio...
Other
H 17.25 in W 11 in D 0.07 in
Antique French Pressed Botanical from an 1890's Monastery School More Available
Located in Highwood, IL
French Pressed Botanicals in a Set of (9) found in a Monastery School that opened in the 1890's in the south of France. The Pressed Botanicals are dated around c1900 and are in as fo...
Other
H 17.25 in W 11 in D 0.07 in
Antique French Pressed Botanicals from an 1890's Monastery School More Available
Located in Highwood, IL
French Pressed Botanicals in a Set of (6 ) found in a closed Monastery School that opened in the late 1800's. The Pressed Botanicals are dated around c1900 and are in as found condit...
Other
H 15 in W 14.5 in D 14.5 in
Pair of Hand-Painted Tole Agave Plants
Located in Chicago, IL
This pair of hand-made tole agave plants captures the essence of natural beauty with a chic, artistic twist. Each agave is meticulously crafted and set in a classic terracotta pot, with a perfectly imperfect painted finish that mimics the organic textures and tones of real agave leaves. Scaled to perfection, these faux botanicals...
Steel