French Palissy Majolica Jardiniere Thomas Sergent, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
19th-Century Palissy Majolica trunk jardinière with a butterfly. L / 6.3 inches.
1880s French Antique Country Decorative Objects
Ceramic
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.
French Palissy Majolica Jardiniere Thomas Sergent, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
19th-Century Palissy Majolica trunk jardinière with a butterfly. L / 6.3 inches.
Ceramic
Square Country Style Vintage Rattan Storage Box with Integrated Side Handles
Located in Yonkers, NY
This square Country style vintage rattan storage box is a well-proportioned, handwoven piece distinguished by its clean lines, warm natural tone, and refined craftsmanship. Construct...
Rattan
$1,036Sale Price|20% Off
19th Century Mocha Yellow Ware Mixing Bowl-Large
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This large mocha blue seaweed yellow ware mixing bowl is in fine condition. Has a very nice decoration of blue seaweed pattern on the outside band.
Pottery
French Majolica Palissy Cache Pot Thomas Sergent
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica Palissy Cache Pot Thomas Sergent, circa 1880. H / 3 inches , 3 by 3 inches.
Ceramic
Vintage English Country Cast Brass Hunt Themed Bowl or Catchall
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous English country style cast brass hunt-themed bowl, featuring a horn, pistols, an oak leaf and an acorn. Perfect for your farmhouse, cabin, or country house! USA, Circa 19...
Brass
Vintage Handwoven Rattan Storage Basket with Fitted Lid in Coastal Country Style
Located in Yonkers, NY
This vintage rattan basket with fitted lid offers a clean, country-style aesthetic with tightly woven surfaces and a restrained, rectangular silhouette. The craftsmanship is evident ...
Rattan
Antique Large Copper Chocolate Pot Kettle with Handles
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Large heavyweight antique copper 'chocolate pot', a heartwarming copper kettle having round bottom with iron handles. Used for making candies and preserves. 22” diameter without the ...
Copper
Antique Polychrome Delft Hand Painted 17th Century Portuguese Ceramic Tureen Lid
Located in Coimbra, PT
Delft polychrome Portuguese hand painted ceramic covered tureen with lid and under plate, hand painted 17th century, tin glazed faience with floral, hunting and bird motif, early 20t...
Ceramic, Delft
19th Century French Dovetailed Copper Braising Pan or Small Pot with Fitted Lid
Located in Doylestown, PA
19th century French dovetailed copper braising pan or small pot with fitted lid. This unique pot has two heavy drop ring copper handles with scrolled ...
Copper
Antique Northern Swedish County Long Case Clock in Rococo Style
Located in Kramfors, SE
Country long case clock from Sweden made during the 19th century, around 1820 to 1840. The clock is an antique northern Swedish country furniture made in solid Swedish pine. The cloc...
Pine
Antique French Faience Quimper Fan Flower Vase
Located in Pearland, TX
A lovely antique early 20th-Century French Quimper faience fan shaped flower vase. Maker's mark on reverse. This charming vase is hand painted with vibrant floral and geometric decor...
Faience
C.1890 Majolica Rooster Vase Choisy Le Roi by Carrier Belleuse
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica rooster vase signed Carrier Belleuse for the manufacture of Choisy le Roi, circa 1875. Very rare colors. Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse (born Albert-Ernest Carrier de Belleuse; 12 June 1824 – 4 June 1887) was a French sculptor. He was one of the founding members of the Société Nationale des Beaux-Arts, and was made an officer of the Legion of Honour. At the end of 19th century, Choisy le roi was one of the most important ceramics...
Faience, Majolica
Vintage Country Style Rattan Storage Basket with Side Handles
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage country-style rattan storage basket, square in form and woven with a natural finish. The basket features a wide rim and recessed side handles, making it both practical and ...
Rattan
$540Sale Price|20% Off
Cast Iron Cow Doorstop with Original Paint
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iron Cow doorstop in pasture. This cow doorstop has amazing wear to the iron and paint. Great Patina. Time has treated this doorstop with the right kind of lo...
Iron
Antique Early 20th Century American Splint Oak Double Hanging Basket
Located in Elkhart, IN
An antique American splint oak double hanging basket. This charming basket has a tight weave and would be perfect as a decorative or functional piece. USA, Early 20th Century Measu...
Oak
Country Style Hand Blown Crystal Laterne Blue Glass Sofina Boutique Kitzbühel
Located in Kitzbühel, Tirol
Hand blown crystal vase/laterne in blue colored glass with a lily of the valley decor all around. The decor is hands free engraved by artists and the bottom of the glass is hand carved. The glass here shown in blue color can be ordered in different colors like green and pink. Can be used as a vase or with a candle as votiv. Completely handmade in Bavaria/Germany. Signed in the bottom for Sofina...
Crystal
Majolica Money Bank Cat Circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica Money Bank Cat Circa 1900.
Ceramic
Country-Style Rectangular Rattan Storage Bin with Hinged Lid
Located in Yonkers, NY
This rectangular rattan storage bin brings the warmth and texture of classic country style into any room. Its clean, functional form is softened by the natural variation of hand-wove...
Metal
Country Style Hand Blown Crystal Laterne Green Glass Sofina Boutique Kitzbuehel
Located in Kitzbühel, Tirol
Hand blown crystal vase/laterne in green glass with birds decor all arond. The decor shows birds sitting on trees and leafs all around the glass. The decor is hands free engraved by ...
Crystal
19th Century French Elm Dough Bowl with Hand-Carved Handle
Located in Dallas, TX
This authentic antique French dough bowl was hand-carved from a single solid block of elm circa 1880 and reflects the enduring craftsmanship of traditional provincial kitchens. Elm w...
Elm
Antique Orchies Majolica Pig Money Bank
By Orchies
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica money bank pig with a bag Orchies circa 1900. Small hairline and bubbles on the glaze.
Ceramic
Antique Swedish Stone Mortar, Unusually Large Made by Hand, Solid and Heavy
Located in Kramfors, SE
Unusually large antique mortar from Sweden. The mortar is made by hand in stone and is solid and heavy. Made in Sweden around 1880. Good vintage condition with traces of use. There i...
Stone
Majolica Clog & Bird Jean Massier, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Charming Majolica pink clog with 1 bird signed Jean Massier circa 1890. H / 2.5 inches , L / 4.5 inches. The Massier family produced different pieces with birds in a very creative st...
Ceramic
Large French Wicker Rooster, Circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Large French wicker rooster, Circa 1950. Measures: Height / 19 inches. Lenght / 23 inches.
Wicker
Antique Unusual Swedish 18th Century Hand-Made Country Solid Birch Root Bowl
Located in Kramfors, SE
Unusual Swedish antique bowl from the late 1700s. The bowl is a large and heavy root bowl in an organic shape made in solid birch root. Made by hand with a great patina after 200 yea...
Birch
Country Style Porcelain Bowl Easter Bunny Figure Sofina Boutique Kitzbuehel
Located in Kitzbühel, Tirol
Completely handmade porcelain bowl with a hands-free naturalistic painted Easter bunny figure with grey spots in country style. The bunny is sitting in th...
Porcelain
Country Style Hand Blown Crystal Laterne Brown Glass Sofina Boutique Kitzbühel
Located in Kitzbühel, Tirol
Hand blown crystal vase/laterne in brown colored glass with a birds decor all around. The decor shows 2 birds sitting on oak leaves all around. The decor is hands free engraved by ar...
Crystal
Vintage Italian Cast Brass Corn Cob Bowl, Late 20th Century
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous cast brass bowl in the form of corn cobs, perfect for your farmhouse, or country house! Italy, Late-20th Century Measures: 9.75"W x 7.5"D x 2.5"H. Very good original v...
Brass
A large English 19th Century Dairy Bowl from The Cotswolds
Located in London, GB
This wonderful over sized 19th Century Dairy Bowl was found in the darkest depths of The historic Cotswolds in England. A Hand made Dairy Bowl that we procured from a traditional che...
Pottery, Terracotta
Country Style Hand Blown Crystal Latern Blue Glass Sofina Boutique Kitzbühel
Located in Kitzbühel, Tirol
Hand blown crystal vase/latern in light blue glass with lily of the valley decor all around. The blooms and leaves are hand-engraved by glass artists in Bavaria/Germany. The glass co...
Crystal
Majolica Ostrich Tureen Caugant
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica ostrich tureen or box circa 1950 signed Caugant.
Ceramic, Faience
American Country Wooden Curves Shadow Box
Located in Queens, NY
American Country (19th/20th Century) diorama wall plaque of a Naval architect collection of wood French model curves displayed in a green felt lined oak...
Wood, Oak
19th Century French Bronzed Iron Bull Dining Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Amazing 19th century French cast iron bull dining table produced by Salin Foundry, Dammarie-Sur-Saulx. The solid bull features a bronzed patina and meas...
Iron
$1,196Sale Price|20% Off
19th Century Mocha Yellow Ware Mixing Bowl, Large
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Extra large mocha yellow ware mixing bowl in pristine condition. This very large bowl is in pristine condition.
Pottery
$1,036Sale Price / set|20% Off
Collection of Three 19thc Sponge Ware Bowls, 3
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Collection of three 19th century sponge ware pottery bowls. Large is : 12 diameter x 5.75 and the medium is 9 diameter x 4 high, small 7 diameter x 3 high they are all in the design ...
Pottery
Austrian Majolica Birds Vase, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Austrian Majolica double vase with 2 birds, circa 1890.
Ceramic
$796Sale Price|20% Off
Large 19th Century Butter Bowl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This very large butter bowl was found in New England. It has a burl look to it but it is pine. The condition is very good.
Wood
Vintage Italian Carved Wooden and Silvered Greyhound Dog Sculpture
Located in Dallas, TX
Hand carved near Venice, Italy, circa 1960, this large antique sculpture sits on an integral square red and gilt wooden pillow base; it features a greyhound figure sitting on back le...
Silver Leaf
Large Hand Woven Gathering Basket by Alvin Wood (1923 - 2005)
Located in West Chester, PA
Large Hand Woven Gathering Basket by Alvin Wood (1923 - 2005) of Tennessee and North Carolina USA. The artist has a work in the Smithsonian Museums permanent collection. This work fe...
Wood
$716Sale Price|20% Off
19th Century Painted Apple Basket Handmade
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century handmade apple basket with original black and floral paint with original handle.
Wood, Paint
$760Sale Price|20% Off
19th C Rag Balls and Handled Basket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th C Rag balls and 19th c basket with handles. From the Hess Estate Lancaster County, Pennsylvania.
Wood
19th Century French Majolica Duck Bank
Located in Austin, TX
19th century French Majolica money bank duck. No maker's mark.
Ceramic
19th Century Two-Handled Terracotta Urns with Aged Patina, Spain
Located in Miami, FL
19th century two-handled terracotta urns with aged patina, Spain.
Terracotta
19th Century French Copper and Brass Jelly Boiling Bowl from Normandy
Located in Dallas, TX
Bring a touch of authentic French countryside charm to your kitchen with this large 19th-century copper marmalade bowl. Crafted in Normandy, France circa 1880, this traditional bassi...
Brass, Copper
Pair of Fruitwood Vine Hand Carved Jardiniere Display Stands Claw & Ball Feet
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of hand carved Fruitwood vine pillars with floral detailing A very well-made pair, they are vintage with lovely claw & ball fee...
Fruitwood
Vintage Handwoven Rattan Rectangular Storage Basket in Natural Honey Tone
Located in Yonkers, NY
A finely handwoven rectangular basket crafted from natural rattan in a soft honey finish. The tight, uniform weave and precise construction highlight exceptional craftsmanship, while...
Rattan
$716Sale Price|20% Off
19th Century Large French Bread Basket from a Bakery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fantastic double handled basket is in good condition and could handle a bunch of fruit or bagged bread. The condition is very good. A great display piece for a kitchen or retail...
Hickory
19th Century American Oak Splint Gathering Basket
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful 19th century American oak splint gathering basket with a bentwood handle and a double-banded rim. Gathering baskets like this were used to gather fruits, vegetables, flow...
Oak
$1,516Sale Price / set|20% Off
Sponge Ware Collection of 19th Century Single Platter and 4 Vegetable Bowls
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Collection of five piece collection of sponge ware pottery in pristine condition. This collection was found in Pennsylvania. Small vegetable bowl measures 8 x 6 x 2 Large platter M...
Pottery
Antique English Mercantile or Bakery "Flour" Bin, in Original Faux Grain Paint
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Antique English mercantile or country store, or bakery "Flour" bin with painted faux wood grain. IDEA container for dog food, Makes for a great prop for your ...
Metal
8" Bronze Bison Sculpture
Located in Pasadena, TX
This sculpture Is made of bronze. Its a fine depiction of a Bison.
Metal
Pair of Early 20th Century American Eider Duck Decoys
Located in Chicago, IL
A special and whimsical pair of early 20th century American hands-carved wood Eider Duck decoys with black and white painted bodies and eyes.
Wood
Long Rectangular Woven Rattan Lidded Box for Decorative Storage in Country Style
Located in Yonkers, NY
A woven poem in rattan, this long rectangular lidded box captures the quiet elegance of natural fiber and handwoven craftsmanship. Its elongated shape and neatly articulated corners ...
Rattan
Set of Six Early 20th Century American Albany Slip Glazed Mixing Bowls
Located in Chicago, IL
A lovely assembled set of six early 20th century American Albany-slip glazed stoneware mixing bowls of simple but sophisticated forms in varied ...
Stoneware
19th Century French Polished Copper Poissonnière with Wrought Iron Handle
Located in Dallas, TX
This authentic antique French poissonnière was crafted in France circa 1860 and exemplifies the utilitarian elegance of traditional country kitchen copper. Hand-formed from heavy gau...
Copper, Wrought Iron
Antique Wooden Mortar
Located in New York, NY
Antique Solid Wood Carved Mortar, Vessel. Hand Carved Walnut Wood Mortar with Decagonal fluted bell shape. Interesting Decagonal shape rarely used for Wooden carved Antique Mortars...
Hardwood
A Collection of Carved Horn Teaspoons
Located in Greenwich, CT
Good collection of English and Scottish horn spoons, 18th and 19th Century, of various shapes, colors and sizes. size listed below is approximate/average
Horn
19th Century Original Swedish Blue Pine Box
Located in Kramfors, SE
Northern Swedish blue pine box from Hälsingland in northern Sweden. The box is from the 19th century and likely from the village Norrala. The box was likely a friargåva, a gift given...
Pine
$3,795Sale Price|20% Off
Charming Italian 19th-20th Century Carved Alabaster Figure of a Fisher Boy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A charming Italian 19th-20th century carved alabaster figure of a fisher boy. The young boy wearing a blouse, with his pant legs rolled up to his knees and ...
Alabaster
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...
Alabaster