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.
19th Century Lidded Vessel or Sculptural Horn Decorated with Etched Pewter
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful Horn resting on three hand wrought pewter legs with a tip, collar and lid with hand crafted etching and details. The horn is a compliment to any shelf, console table - a...
Pewter
Rough American Red Jasper Display Specimen - 783 Grams - Late 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Rough American Jasper display specimen - featuring an attractive and consistent rich red color with a single diagonal vein of quartz - known as a stone of protection and balance for ...
Stone
Pair of Ostrich Eggs on Matching Solid Brass Bases
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Pair of Ostrich Eggs on matching brass stands. These work well on a dining table, flanking a fireplace or console, or placed in two different spaces. The bases are actually sli...
Brass
$118Sale Price / set|60% Off
Sea Shell Sea Shells Coastal Ornaments Set
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Natural sea shells set of 14 different sea shells as Christmas Ornaments. Great natural decor for Holidays.
Shell
Vintage Boho Patinated Leaf Tree
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of nature-inspired elegance to your space with this Vintage Boho Patinated Leaf Tree, a stunning sculptural piece that captures the essence of organic beauty. Handcrafted...
Metal
Vintage Redwood Sculpture
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Vintage lacquered found object sculpture from a solid piece of California Redwood. Inscription fixed to the underside reads "A and B people" "Betty and Bob - Lee and Fred" "Californi...
Reclaimed Wood
Antique Decorative Accent from 19th Century Oak
Located in Burlăceni, Cahul District
A one-of-a-kind decorative piece crafted from restored 19th-century oak, bearing the marks of time, history, and craftsmanship. Its raw texture—filled with cracks, holes, and hand-cu...
Brass
Vintage Folk Art Hand Carved Oak Mushroom Statues, Pair
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful and unique pair of vintage hand carved natural oak mushroom statues. These would be perfect for a country house, indoors or outdoors! They ...
Oak
Driftwood Carving from Northern Thailand Found in the Chiang Mai Region
Located in Yonkers, NY
A tall northern Thai ancient driftwood carving from the Chiang Mai Region. This tall ancient driftwood carving, originating from the Chiang Mai region in Northern Thailand, is a striking piece of natural art. Found near the Ping River, it features a tall and narrow rustic silhouette that embodies the raw beauty of nature. Its weathered appearance and textural depth make it a captivating decorative item, perfect for adding a touch of organic charm to a modern décor. Ideal for placing against a plain wall to create a focal point, this driftwood carving can be dramatically enhanced by directional lighting, such as a spotlight positioned below to cast intriguing shadows and highlight its unique contours. This approach not only accentuates its form but also imbues your space with a sense of historical mystique and natural elegance. Whether positioned in a living room, hallway, or large open-plan area, this Northern Thai wood carving...
Driftwood
Rustic Pair of 19th Century Game Animal Horns Mounted on Scrolling Metal Stands
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of antique 19th century game animal horns mounted on metal stands. Created during the 19th century, each of this pair of mounted objects features ...
Metal
Vintage Boho Wrought Iron Swag Tassels - Set of 4
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of timeless character and textural richness to your interiors with this charming set of four vintage tassels. Crafted from durable wrought iron (or similar robust metal),...
Wrought Iron
Vintage Boho Gilt Tipped Bird Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Graceful yet commanding, this vintage gilt bird sculpture captures the moment of mid-flight with striking movement and texture. Crafted in a dramatic posture with outstretched wings,...
Metal
Vintage German Christmas Tree Stand Iron Folk Art .
Located in Kitzbühel, Tirol
Hugh Christmas tree stand made of iron. The stand is decorated with three large hands painted Santa Claus. The Santa Claus is decorated on both si...
Iron
Vintage Ostrich Egg and Metal Rhinoceros
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Amusing Rhinoceros object of art crafted with an ostrich egg and silvered, hammered metal head, legs and tail.
Metal, Silver
Curtis Jere Raindrop Tree Vintage
By Curtis Jeré
Located in North Miami, FL
This patinated multi metal disk Curtis Jere life-size tree is weathered. The faux soil that is a resin/plastic and the pot that is metal makes the tree look...
Brass, Chrome, Copper, Nickel
$2,040Sale Price|20% Off
H 20.5 in W 7 in D 6 in
Finely-Modeled Vintage Patinated Bronze Figure of a Golfer
Located in San Francisco, CA
Dressed in vintage 1940s clothes, the pensive golfer stares down the fairway after completing the perfect swing; inscribed EG.
Bronze
One of a Kind Sea Shell and Crystal Citrine Quartz
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful Atlantic sea shell with decorative stripe professionally mounted on genuine coral base, artistically hand embeded with fantastic crystal quartz citrine stones, to make exce...
Coral, Rock Crystal
19th Century Horn and Gilt Brass Mounted Cornucopia with Cover
Located in Southall, GB
A fine horn and gilt brass mounted Cornucopia with cover. 19th century. Supported on a cast stand on a square base.
Bone
Pair Brass Sculptures on Marble Bases
Located in New York, NY
Pair brass sculptures on marble bases.
Marble, Brass
19th Century Large Majolica Jardiniere with 2 Ducks Sarreguemines
Located in Austin, TX
Rare large majolica jardiniere with 2 ducks signed Sarreguemines Majolica, circa 1870.
Ceramic
$500Sale Price|20% Off
H 14 in W 10.75 in D 7.75 in
Vintage Chinese Jade & Quartz Bonsai Tree Sculpture
Located in Plainview, NY
A vintage Chinese Jade and Quartz bonsai tree. Delicately crafted, this bonsai tree boasts beautiful and colorful leaves and petals.The flowers are made on bendable wrapped wires and...
Jade, Quartz
$1,996Sale Price|20% Off
H 73 in W 40 in D 21.5 in
Vintage Brass Potted Tree Sculpture, Mid-Century Modern, 1970s
By Curtis Jeré, Jonathan Adler
Located in Chattanooga, TN
A magnificent 1970s decorative brass tree sculpture in the style of Curtis Jere, this large-scale piece captures the era’s fascination with sculptural form, light play, and natural m...
Brass
Vintage French Horse Sculpture
Located in High Point, NC
A decorative sculpture of a horse made in France circa 1900. A simple, crested saddle rests upon this lovely patinated horse. Gleaming scarlet paint resides within the smiling mouth ...
Plaster, Paper
$12,450 / set
H 25.25 in W 47 in D 24 in
A Large Pair of Vintage Egyptian Revival Patinated Brass Sphinxes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Large Pair of Egyptian Revival Vintage Patinated Brass Sphinxes. The impressive pair of brown patinated resting sphinxes, with an unverified...
Brass
Vintage Boho Carved Wooden Mushrooms
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a whimsical touch to your decor with these vintage boho carved wooden mushrooms. Each piece is expertly handcrafted, showcasing the natural beauty of the wood grain and unique ar...
Wood
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H 3 in W 20.5 in D 6.38 in
Italian Marble & Alabaster Stone Fruit Sculptures w/Wicker Basket, early 20th c
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and rare set of colorful Italian marble and alabaster stone fruit, in the Rustic and Realism style, circa early-20th century, 1940s, Italy. Set, which is hand-painted, in...
Stone, Alabaster, Marble
Chinese Prosperity Stone Disc, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This round stone disc originated as an early 20th-century threshing wheel. Secured to a wooden axel that ran through the center, the stone was rolled across stalks of wheat to separa...
Willow
Chinese Prosperity Stone Disc, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This round stone disc originated as an early 20th-century threshing wheel. Secured to a wooden axel that ran through the center, the stone was rolled across stalks of wheat to separa...
Willow
Rare 19th Century decorative carved treen corkscrew
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Rare 19th century decorative carved treen corkscrew circa 1880. Superb decorative piece of treen hand carved using a hardwood. Due to the oversized nature of this piece it would ma...
Sycamore
Pair of Gemsbok Horns on Custom Mounts
Located in Chicago, IL
A stunning pair of Gemsbok horns on custom steel mounts. Perfect for decorating your Montana lodge, but equally at home in your chic city apartment.
Horn
Set of Three American Concrete Mushrooms with Distressed Appearance
Located in Atlanta, GA
A set of three vintage American concrete mushrooms from the mid-20th century, with nicely worn patina. Made in the USA during the mid-century period, this set of three concrete mushr...
Concrete
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H 7 in W 10 in D 8 in
Set of Three Mid-Century American Concrete Mushrooms with Distressed Appearance
Located in Atlanta, GA
A set of three vintage American concrete mushrooms from the mid 20th century, with nicely worn patina. Made in the USA during the midcentury period, this set of three concrete mushro...
Concrete
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H 10 in W 9 in D 6 in
Set of Three American Midcentury Concrete Mushrooms with Weathered Appearance
Located in Atlanta, GA
A set of three vintage American concrete mushrooms from the mid 20th century, with nicely worn patina. Made in the USA during the midcentury period, this set of three concrete mushro...
Concrete
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H 9.5 in W 9 in D 7 in
Set of Three Midcentury American Concrete Mushrooms with Distressed Appearance
Located in Atlanta, GA
A set of three vintage American concrete mushrooms from the mid 20th century, with nicely worn patina. Made in the USA during the midcentury period, this set of three concrete mushro...
Concrete
Set of Three American Concrete Mushrooms with Distressed Appearance
Located in Atlanta, GA
A set of three vintage American concrete mushrooms from the mid 20th century, with nicely worn patina. Made in the USA during the midcentury period, this set of three concrete mushro...
Concrete
Chinese Bamboo Teapot with Arched Handle, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Tea drinking has been an integral part of Chinese culture for centuries, resulting in a wide range of social customs and material traditions. In addition to tea leaves, water, and he...
Bamboo