Rustic Sculptures
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 the 1903 Thomas Lee Adirondack chair.
Rustic design is perhaps mostly about texture and humble materials: hand-hewn 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 furniture helps bring the beauty of the outdoors inside. As you can see on 1stDibs, rustic wares offer no end of inspiration.
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Style: Rustic
1900s, French Wooden Horse with Saddle
Located in High Point, NC
This antique wooden horse was crafted in France, circa 1900. Beautifully distressed, this svelte colt exhibits a joyous smile and an eye-catching ...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Bulldog Bavent Normandy France, 1880
By Bavent
Located in Antwerp, BE
Large bulldog sculpture by De Bavent France.
A large sized French bulldog made by the pottery of Mesnil de Bavent, Normandy, France; a craft company since 1842.
This dog sculpture is made of terracotta and dates circa 1880 !!
It's a terracotta bulldog...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
19th Majolica Palissy Snake and Lizard Wall Platter Jose Alves Cunha
Located in Bradenton, FL
Antique 19th century Portuguese Majolica Palissy style plate with large snake searching through mossy tuft, signed Jose Alves Cunha (Caldas da Rainha)...
Category
19th Century Portuguese Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Pottery
Provincial Chinese Washing Stick, C. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Carved in the mid-19th century in China's Shanxi province, this fruitwood washing stick would have been used by a Qing-dynasty woman for washing clothes and textiles. Used to beat we...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Fruitwood
Majolica Goose Tureen, circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica Goose Tureen, circa 1950.
Category
1950s French Vintage Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century Moroccan Rustic Door On Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Moroccan smaller-sized carved wood door from the late 19th century on custom stand. This antique door from Morocco has a wonderfully rustic appearance, with hand-carved accents and...
Category
19th Century Moroccan Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Large Portuguese Mafra Palissy Charger
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th Century Portuguese Palissy plate with large alligators, lizards and beatles searching through mossy tuft. Marked on the back Mafra, Caldas.
Category
19th Century Portuguese Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Pottery
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.
Category
1870s French Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Provincial Chinese Washing Stick, C. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Carved in the mid-19th century in China's Shanxi province, this fruitwood washing stick would have been used by a Qing-dynasty woman for washing clothes and textiles. Used to beat we...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Fruitwood
19th Century American Black Cast Iron Piggy Bank Money Box Animal Sculpture
Located in Miami, FL
19th century American black cast iron piggy bank, money box, animal sculpture.
We left it intentionally in the distressed look to show its ...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Pair of Vintage Canada Goose Decoys on Custom Stands
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of vintage American Canada Goose decoys on custom stands. The geese are constructed with a carved wood and painted head, and a painted tin body.
Category
Early 20th Century North American Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Tin
Provincial Chinese Washing Stick, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Carved in the mid-19th century in China's Shanxi province, this fruitwood washing stick would have been used by a Qing-dynasty woman for washing clothes and textiles. Used to beat we...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Fruitwood
Ram's Horn Wall Mount Folk Art Antler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful mounted ram's horn wall-hanging. A nice alternative to the skull look - these horns have been mounted to a shaped piece of wood. This brings an overall softness to the piec...
Category
20th Century Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Horn, Wood
Majolica Pheasant Tureen, circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica pheasant tureen, circa 1950.
Category
1950s French Vintage Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Petite Pair of Dutch 19th Century Ladies' Carved Wooden Clogs with Black Paint
Located in Atlanta, GA
A small pair of antique Dutch carved wooden ladies' clogs from the 19th century, with black paint, square noses, wrinkled tops and small heels. Created in the Netherlands during the ...
Category
19th Century Dutch Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Bronze Model of a Soldier W Horn on Malachite Base
Located in New York, NY
Bronze model of a soldier blowing a horn on a malachite base, unsigned.
Dimensions 7.25” H x 4” W x 2.75” D.
Dealer: S138XX
Category
20th Century Unknown Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Majolica Goose Tureen, circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
White Majolica goose tureen signed on underside Caugant, circa 1950.
Category
1950s French Vintage Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Italian 19th Century Patinated Iron Ram's Head Sculpture with Rusty Finish
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian wall hanging patinated iron ram's head sculpture from the 19th century, with rusty finish and great finesse in the details. Created in Italy during the 19th century, this ...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Iron
19th Century Majolica Palissy Leaf Wall Fish & Lobster Platter Alfred Renoleau
Located in Austin, TX
Large 19th century Majolica Palissy leaf wall fish & lobster platter Alfred Renoleau.
Signed Polakowski & Cie, Roumazieres.
Angouleme (France).
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century American Blacksmith's Anvil on Tree Stump Pedestal
Located in Chicago, IL
A striking 19th century American Blacksmith's iron anvil mounted with nails to it's original tree stump base. The anvil is attached to the stump with several hand-made nails. What a ...
Category
19th Century American Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Early 20th Century French Wooden Bowling Game: Rustic Artwork & Timeless Fun
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Traditional wood bowling game.
Step back in time with this traditional wooden bowling game, a delightful piece of French history crafted by an unknown m...
Category
Early 20th Century French Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Large Majolica Well with Birds Jerome Massier Fils, Circa 1910
Located in Austin, TX
Large spectacular Majolica well with birds signed Jerome Massier Fils circa 1910.
Measures: Height / 22 inches.
Category
1910s French Vintage Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Rustic Papier-Mache Female Bust
Located in New York, NY
Sculpture in the Rustic style papier-mache bust of a young woman wearing a scarf (19th/20th Cent).
Category
20th Century Rustic Sculptures
Vintage Poured Stone Bull
Located in New York, NY
Well detailed poured stone bull statue. We believe this item was originally placed in a shop in France, perhaps a butcher shop, as display. It appears as though the piece was never p...
Category
Early 20th Century French Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Cement
Anat Bard Ceramic Sculpture
Located in Dallas, TX
Textured, hollow ceramic sculpture by Arnat Bard.
Piece from our one of a kind collection, Le Monde. Exclusive to Brendan Bass.
Globally curated b...
Category
20th Century Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Chinese Wooden Headrest, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Made of Chinese northern elmwood, this smooth block of wood was once used by an upper-class woman as a headrest. The soft curve and height of the block not only supported her head an...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Elm
Antique English Mahogany Gear Pin
Located in Dallas, TX
Add some rustic, vintage flare to your decor with this antique English mahogany wood gear pin from circa 1890. Made in Nottinghamshire, it is ideal for adding style and sophisticatio...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Vintage American Concrete Reclining Deer Sculpture with Iron Antlers and Patina
Located in Atlanta, GA
A vintage American concrete deer sculpture with iron antlers and weathered patina. Born during the first half of the 20th century, this deer sculpture ch...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Concrete, Iron
Antique Chinese 19th Century Rustic Mounted Ox Cart Wooden Wheel on Base
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese 19th century rustic ox cart wooden wheel mounted on a custom made black stand. Created in China during the 19th century, this handmade wheel showcases a nicely weathered patina witnessing its long use since the Qing Dynasty. Mounted on a black stepped base and boasting a nicely weathered patina, this 19th century Chinese mounted wooden ox cart wheel...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Guatemalan Child's Chair, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Crafted in the early 20th century, this petite Guatemalan children's chair charms with its playful asymmetry and richly textured surface. Influenced by Spanish Colonial furniture design, the angular chair has a slatted back and tapered seat resting on square legs. We love this diminutive chair...
Category
Early 20th Century Guatemalan Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Carved Teak Sculpture
By Brendan Bass
Located in Dallas, TX
Mid-century carved teak wood sculpture. In my organic, contemporary, vintage and mid-century modern style.
Curated for our one of a kind line, Le Monde. Exclusive to Brendan Bass.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South American Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Teak
Carved Ebony Abstract Bust
Located in Dallas, TX
Carved ebony abstract wood bust. In my organic, contemporary, vintage and mid-century modern style.
Curated for our one of a kind line, Le Monde. Exclusiv...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Central American Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Antique Chinese 19th Century Rustic Mounted Ox Cart Wooden Wheel on Base
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese 19th century rustic ox cart wooden wheel mounted on a custom made black stand. This handmade Chinese wheel is pierced in its center with a rectangular hole reserved for the axle tree. The wheel showcases a great weathered patina witnessing its long use since the 19th century. This item is mounted on a custom made black stepped wooden base. With its rustic presence and nice proportions, this 19th century Chinese mounted wooden ox cart wheel...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Pair of Jalisco Terra Cotta Tomb Figures
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of Jalisco terra cotta tomb figures. In my organic, contemporary, vintage and mid-century modern style.
Curated for our one of a kind line, Le Monde...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South American Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
19th Century Auguste Nicolas Cain Signed Bronze Tazza Sculpture
Located in Forney, TX
A very fine Auguste Nicolas Cain (French, 1822-1894) bronze sculpture depicting a crowing rooster perched atop naturalistic base of stylized log o...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Sculpture Mounted on Custom Stand
By Brendan Bass
Located in Dallas, TX
Wood sculpture mounted on custom metal stand. In my organic, contemporary, vintage and mid-century modern style.
Curated for our one of a kind line, Le Monde. Exclusive to Brendan B...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Carved Whale Bone Wrapped in Sterling Silver Pendant Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Intricate carving of a green-eyed man entwined with a snake. The snake eyes are rubies. The back of the piece feature carvings of leaves, representational of the fall harvest.
The Green man is believed to symbolize the cycle of life, death and re-birth. The symbol of godhood within the male and its relationship with the transcendent life force our goddess, the female expression of divinity. He is a Pagan symbol who heralds spring after a long winter and the renewal of lush vegetation. Signed and stamped 925...
Category
20th Century English Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
French Majolica Saltcellar Dog Jerome Massier Fils, circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
French majolica saltcellar dog signed Jerome Massier Fils Vallauris A.M.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Richard Rosenblum "Nude Figure", Bronze, Signed on Self Base
Located in Dallas, TX
Richard Rosenblum (American / Louisiana, 1940-2000) "Nude Figure", bronze, signed on self-base. n my organic, contemporary, vintage and mid-century modern style.
Curated for our one...
Category
20th Century Central American Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Indian 19th Century Ceremonial Wooden Mask
Located in Yonkers, NY
Our 19th century antique ceremonial wooden mask is from Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan in India. The bust form mask features the woman from chest up with large earrings and necklace while her ears protrude from the sides of the antique wooden mask...
Category
19th Century Indian Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Wood
1950s French Concrete Sculpture
Located in High Point, NC
This concrete painted sculpture was made in France, circa 1950. The statue depicts a young boy standing, his right arm leaning on a basket, his left hand waving a bell. His clothing ...
Category
1950s French Vintage Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Concrete
Log Caliper, Made by William Greenleaf Company, Belmont, MA
By William Greenleaf
Located in Nantucket, MA
A large caliper for calculating the number of board feet a log will yield. The central wood shaft engraved with multiple scales on each of the four sides with a large metal mounted c...
Category
Early 20th Century American Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Rustic Ox Cart Wooden Wheel from Thailand, Mounted on Black Painted Base
Located in Yonkers, NY
A rustic Thai 19th century ox cart wooden wheel mounted on a custom made black wooden stand. Born in Thailand during the 19th century, this handmade wheel is pierced in its center with a circular hole reserved for the axle tree. The wheel showcases a nicely weathered patina witnessing its long use since the 19th century. This item is mounted on a custom made black painted stepped base. With its rustic appearance and large proportions, this 19th century Thai mounted wooden ox cart wheel...
Category
19th Century Thai Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Early Italian Polychromed Cage Mannequin or Doll with Glass Eyes
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an early 20th century Italian polychromed cage mannequin with glass eyes. These were once used for store display. Her detailed joints are in wo...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Poplar, Glass
Coiled Rattle Snake, circa 1980s USA
Located in New York, NY
A ceramic coiled rattle snake with the look and feel of a real snake. Piece was designed in the late 1980s, USA. Makers mark on bottom. Piece is circa late-20th century, South Dakota...
Category
1980s American Vintage Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Hand-Carved Thai Wooden Temple Bells on Stands, Early 20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Thai wooden temple bells on custom stands from the early 20th century (possibly older). This pair of hand-carved temple bells are minimally adorn, having a more rustic appe...
Category
20th Century Thai Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Iron
Antique Rustic Indonesian River Wooden Fragment Sculpture or Decorative Bench
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Indonesian river wood fragment that could be used as a sculpture or decorative bench. This charismatic tree carving was found close to a river and presents a tall and narrow, rustic Silhouette. Perfect to be placed in a modern decor where it will bring a grand contrast with its lovely weathered appearance, this Indonesian wood carving...
Category
19th Century Indonesian Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Rustic Ox Cart Wooden Wheel from Thailand, Mounted on Black Painted Base
Located in Yonkers, NY
A rustic Thai 19th century ox cart wooden wheel mounted on a custom made black wooden Stand. Born in Thailand during the 19th century, this handmade wheel is pierced in its raised center with a hole reserved for the axle tree. The wheel showcases a nicely weathered patina witnessing its long use since the 19th century. This item is mounted on a custom made black painted stepped base. With its rustic appearance and large proportions, this 19th century Thai mounted wooden ox cart wheel...
Category
19th Century Thai Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Unusual Majolica Rooster Frame George Dreyfus, Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Unusual Majolica rooster frame George Dreyfus Circa 1890.
Made for advertising.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Antique Buddha Standing Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Stunning antique carved wood Buddha sculpture with gold leaf and paint finish. In vintage original condition with some due to age and use.
Category
Late 19th Century Thai Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
“Achego” Decorative Felted Wool "Necklace" by Inês Schertel, Brazil, 2019
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Contemporary “Achego” Decorative Felted Wool "Necklace" in natural colors by Inês Schertel, Brazil 2019
Ines Schertel's primary material is sheep's wool. As a practitioner of slow...
Category
2010s Brazilian Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Wool
Red Stag Antler Tree-Shape Candelabra
Located in Houston, TX
Naturally shed red stag antler tree-shape candelabra. Tree has metal prickets for candles (can also be electrified).
Category
2010s European Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Antler
Indian Early 20th Century Hand Painted Wooden Cow with Distressed Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indian hand painted and carved wooden cow from the early 20th century, with nicely weathered patina. Created in India during the early years of the 20th century, this wooden cow sculpture charms us with its archaic features and aged appearance. Resting on its four legs and showcasing large cracks, this Indian cow...
Category
Early 20th Century Indian Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Rare 19th Century Majolica Hen Vase, Delphin Massier
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Majolica hen vase Delphin Massier signed Vallauris, circa 1890.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Majolica
Fine Carved Black Forest Statue of a Disabled Dog, Brienz circa 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Fine Carved Black Forest Statue of a Disabled Dog, Brienz circa 1900
A very nice and fine Swiss wood carving. The disabled long hair terrier is re...
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Ancient 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...
Category
19th Century Thai Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Driftwood
Guatemalan Child's Chair, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Crafted in the early 20th century, this petite Guatemalan children's chair charms with its playful asymmetry and richly textured surface. Influenced by Spanish Colonial furniture design, the chair has a slatted back and square seat resting on two short, hand-turned legs. The low seat is the perfect height for a youngster, but we love this petite chair as a low side table or tabletop display Stand...
Category
Early 20th Century Guatemalan Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Antique Wood Carving of a Woman and Child, Spanish, circa Late 1600s
Located in Chicago, IL
Rustic wood carving of a woman holding a child. The carving is from Spain and we were told it dates from the late 1600s and it looks that hold in real life. The woman appears to be m...
Category
1690s Spanish Antique Rustic Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Rustic sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Rustic sculptures 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 sculptures created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, wall decorations, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rustic sculptures made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original sculptures, popular names associated with this style include José Alves Cunha, Bavent, Michel Caugant, and Inês Schertel. 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 sculptures differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $85 and tops out at $29,500 while the average work can sell for $1,445.
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