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Rustic Decorative Objects

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 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.

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Style: Rustic
Pair of Large Antique Round Base Brass Candlesticks, English, 19th Century
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Nice pair of round base candlesticks. Original patina Good condition Free UK shipping
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1850s English Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

18th Century French Hand Forged Iron Candleholder
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful rustic 18th century hand forged iron candleholder for 3 candles. A wonderful example of primitive folk art. A perfect balance between utility and aesthetics. France, 18th c...
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18th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Rustic Vintage Carved Wooden Horse with Saddle on Stand, circa 1950
Located in Yonkers, NY
A rustic vintage wooden horse carving, presented on a flat base and adorned with a carved saddle and harness details. The figure is hand-carved with a stylized, almost folk-art quali...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

19th century Folk Art Hand-painted Scandinavian Immigrants Box
Located in Leesburg, VA
Anonymous Probably Sweden; early 19th century Polychrome wood (probably pine); iron Approximate size: 11 (h) x 18.5 (w) x 10 (d) in. A handsome dome lidded Scandinavian immigrants’...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine

19th Century French Majolica Asparagus Tureen
Located in Austin, TX
Rare French Majolica asparagus tureen circa 1890. Platter & tureen.
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1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Woven Wicker Shopping Basket
Located in Bradenton, FL
A traditional shopping or gathering basket made of wicker. An arched handle of bentwood bamboo is wrapped with rattan secured to the braided rim of the basket.  
Category

Late 20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Large Vintage Hand Hammered Copper Vessel
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Exceptional Hand crafted hammered copper vessel, probably made for American moonshine era Producer. The large copper vessels were used for stora...
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1960s North American Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Copper

Majolica French Ceramic Cow Tureen Caugant
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica cow tureen circa 1940 signed Caugant.
Category

1940s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

19th Century Majolica Bird Cache Pot Wasmuel
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century Majolica planter or cachepot jardinière bird Wasmuel.
Category

1890s Belgian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Spanish Rustic Iron Cauldron Pot or Vessel with Rusty Original Patina
Located in Barcelona, ES
Primitive Rustic Iron Cauldron from the northern part of Spain, 1920s Made in molded cast iron, originally used for cooking. This iron vessel is heavily constructed, it is strong an...
Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Rustic Antique Terracotta Olive Oil Jar with Patina, Spain, ci. 19th/20th C.
Located in Valencia, VC
An antique large Spanish terracotta olive oil handled jar or vase, handmade towards the end of the 19th C. or beginning of the 20th C. The outside features the natural earth-ware c...
Category

1890s Spanish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Stoneware, Terracotta

17th Century Sawankhalok ceramic Shipwreck Jar, Thailand
By Asian Modern
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A wonderful example of a Sawankhalok ceramic jar, sourced from a Shipwreck off the Coast of the Indonesian Island of Batam. Batam was one of the most substantial and influential port...
Category

17th Century Thai Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century French Faience Egg Basket Desvres Fourmaintraux
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century French Faience egg basket signed Desvres Fourmaintraux.
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1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Faience

Steel and Wood Assemblage - Industrial sculpture - Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
Assemblage No.02 is a captivating statement piece. Heavy, Rough and impenetrable, this sculpture is a testament to Jim Rose's work. Meticulously crafted, artist Jim Rose was a master...
Category

2010s American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Steel

Spanish Terracotta Water Jar with Single Handle and Cork Plug
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish Handcrafted Rustic Water Jar with Plug, Terracotta Hand-made terracotta single handled water jar with cork lid, Spain 1930s-1940s. Traditional Spanish large terracotta jar or...
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20th Century Spanish Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware, Terracotta

19th Century Spanish Pottery
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 19th-century Spanish terracotta jar features an elegant, amphora-inspired silhouette adorned with dual looped handles. Its distinctive gree...
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19th Century Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Oriental Fisherman Basket with Wooden Handles
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage Chinese style fisherman or grain basket features the traditional shape with rounded sides and wooden rim and handles. The strong, flexible wicker or willow strips are skillfully woven into a delicate pattern that emphasizes the rounded form of the basket; prominent solid wood elements juxtapose the fine texture of the weave. The basket is in good vintage condition with beautiful, age-appropriate patina on wood; its convenient size and shape allow it to be used as decorative storage piece, large ikebana basket...
Category

20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wicker, Rattan, Wood

19th Century Lift-Top Walnut Grain Bin or Log Box
Located in Doylestown, PA
Antique handcrafted grain or flour bin with a lift top, circa 1870. This is a beautiful, rustic bin crafted of solid wood planks with bracket feet and a hinged top displaying a desi...
Category

Mid-19th Century Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Vintage Wood Trough Bowl Centerpiece
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Vintage wood trough bowl centerpiece Size: 26"W x 17.5"D x 5.5"H.
Category

20th Century European Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Large French Antique Wire Escargot Collecting Basket With Lid Flower Forage Trug
Located in Bristol, GB
VINTAGE FORAGING TRUG An unusual example with a wirework lid that can be fixed closed, originally designed to stop the live snails escaping! Could now be used for its original in...
Category

Early 20th Century French Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Large Carved Wood Sting Ray
Located in Fairfield, CA
A large vintage carved wood sting ray.
Category

Late 20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Swedish 19th Century Birchwood Veneer Jewelry Box
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Swedish 19th century birchwood veneer jewelry box. The box has a heart of brass for keyhole and knob hardware of antler.
Category

19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Bone, Birch

19th Century Portuguese Palissy Majolica Pumpkin Mustard Pot
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century Portuguese Majolica Pumpkin Mustard Pot signed A.Cunha Caldas da Rainha. H / 4 inches , Diameter / 4.5 inches.
Category

1890s Portuguese Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

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 and large lizard searching through mossy tuft, signed Jose Alves Cunha (...
Category

19th Century Portuguese Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

French Green Glass Cabbage Box, Circa 1960
Located in Austin, TX
French green glass cabbage box, Circa 1960.
Category

1960s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

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 Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

French 18th Century Hand Forged Iron Candleholder
Located in Buisson, FR
Very old and beautiful hand forged iron candleholder. Amazing period piece with a very pure and rustic design. Despite of its high age this candleholder is still very strong. France...
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18th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Earthenware Seafood Lobster Plate by J. Caldas Da Rainha, 1930
Located in Verviers, BE
Portugese Caldas da Rainha Palissy lobster wall plaque, circa 1930. Decorated with mussels, shells and seaweed. Has no structural issues and is...
Category

1930s Portuguese Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

Chinese Woven Garden Basket, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
It is easy to imagine someone, long ago, gathering a harvest from their garden or strolling to the market with this beautiful basket tucked under their arm. Hand-woven of young willo...
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Willow, Bentwood

Antique Rustic Hand Woven Karagumoy Filipino Two Toned Grain Basket
Located in Yonkers, NY
A hand woven karagumoy Filipino basket from the 19th century, with checkered two-toned structure, side opening and rustic character. Created in the Philippines...
Category

19th Century Philippine Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Natural Fiber, Wood

Late 20th Century Bunny Rabbit Decor - A Pair
Located in Charleston, SC
For your consideration we have a pair of decorative rabbit figures made of resin with an antiqued, silver-like finish. They are designed to look like vintage chocolate molds. These figures are often used as decorative items for shelves, mantles, or as part of a seasonal display, particularly around Easter. They are intended for home decoration and not for use as actual chocolate molds. These resin rabbit figures are reproductions of vintage tin molds...
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Late 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Resin

Large 19th Century Majolica Birds Jardinière Delphin Massier
Located in Austin, TX
Large Majolica jardinière planter with birds signed Delphin Massier, circa 1890. L / 28 by 11 inches , H / 7 inches. The Massier are known for the quality of their unique enamels and...
Category

1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Asian Wood Bucket
Located in Sheffield, MA
A classically shaped antique Chinese cypress water bucket with original cast iron handles and straps with lovely old wood patina. The rustic country style bucket has many practical u...
Category

Early 20th Century Asian Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

19th Century Mediterranean Terracotta Olive Jar
Located in Buisson, FR
A wonderful and beautiful weathered olive oil jar. Traces of glaze visible.Turkey circa 1850. Weathered
Category

19th Century Turkish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Stylish Cabin Decor Antler Candle Holder with Deer Carving, Germany ca. 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Stylish cabin decor antler candle holder with deer carving, Germany ca. 1900 A fashionable rustic candle holder, made of antlers from the deer. The spout is made of turned antler pi...
Category

Late 19th Century German Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Antler, Wood

Woven Chinese Grain Basket
Located in Chicago, IL
This woven tray basket was originally used for harvesting grains or as a kitchen vessel for food prep and storage. Despite its humble origin, the basket exhibits remarkable workmansh...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Willow

19th Century Rare French Majolica Pig Pitcher Delphin Massier
Located in Austin, TX
Very Large 19th Century Rare French Majolica Pig Pitcher signed Delphin Massier. Height / 10.2 inches.
Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Majolica Palissy Jardiniere Thomas Sergent
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century Majolica Palissy Jardiniere signed Thomas Sergent. Decorated with a frog, a fish, a lizard, shells and plants.
Category

1880s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Majolica Dish Leaf Villeroy & Boch, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica dish leaf Villeroy & Boch, Circa 1890.
Category

1890s German Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

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 a...
Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Two-Spouted Terracotta Canari Vessel
Located in Washington, DC
Terracotta African Canari Vessel with Two Spouts Serpent Detail. Cote D’Ivoire, circa 1960.
Category

1960s African Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Rose Glazed Ceramic Vase, France
Located in Washington, DC
Rose Glazed Ceramic Vessel. Signed by an unknown artist. France, circa 1950.
Category

1950s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Belgian Marble Mortar
Located in Nijlen, BE
Belgian mortar from the 19th century in an exceptionally beautiful marble type that has the undertone of a Belgian blue stone with more gray color shades. In very good condition, ha...
Category

19th Century Belgian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

Antique Indian Metal Surahi Decorative Water Vessel, Early 20th Century
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indian surahi water vessel with weathered patina. This early 20th-century Indian surahi—a traditional water vessel—showcases the enduring craftsmanship of Indian metalwork, offeri...
Category

Early 20th Century Indian Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Figurative Wood Sculpture Inspired in Constantin Brancusi Art, 3 Kings by Nono B
By NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Figurative Wood Sculpture Inspired in Constantin Brancusi art, 3 Kings by NONO NONO Furniture Company introduces the 3 Kings, a set of three monumental totems...
Category

2010s Mexican Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Hardwood

46 Piece Collection of 19th /20th C. Spanish Colonial Tinajas/ Vases
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Collection of 46 Spanish Colonial Hand-Thrown Terracotta Vessels, Late 19th–Early 20th Century A rare and visually striking assembled collection of forty-six Spanish Colonial–style ...
Category

Late 19th Century South American Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Majolica Vase Birds & Lilac Jerome Massier Fils circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica Vase Birds & Lilac signed Jerome Massier Fils circa 1900. H / 11.5 inches , diameter / 7 inches. The Massier are known for the quality of their unique enamels and paintings....
Category

Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica, Ceramic

Vintage Ceramic Art Pottery Hittite Bottle Ring Wine Decanter Jug Sculpture 19"
Located in Dayton, OH
20th century unglazed brown art pottery decanter jug / bottle / pitcher with conical base, faux stopper, and handcrafted wood grain / tree bark texture. DIMENSIONS 13.5" x 5" x 18....
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20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Majolica Insects Musicians Cachepot
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century Majolica Insects Musicians Cachepot. Bugs and grasshopper with music instrument. H / 7 inches. L / 12.5 by 9 inches.
Category

1880s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Woven Rattan Carrying Basket with Large Tripartite Handle
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage woven rattan carrying basket from the mid-20th century, with large handle. This mid-century vintage carrying basket, skillfully crafted from...
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Rattan

19th Century French Majolica Pigeon Wall Pocket
Located in Austin, TX
Large 19th century French Majolica Pigeon wall pocket. The pigeon have a pink ribbon and carry a white card.  
Category

1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Majolica Duck Wall Pocket Delphin Massier, Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Majolica duck in flight wall pocket Delphin Massier, circa 1890. Height / 11.8 inches. Lenght / 15.5 inches. Depth / 6 inches.
Category

1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

19th Century Palissy Majolica Pumpkin Tureen
Located in Austin, TX
Small 19th Century Palissy Majolica Pumpkin Tureen.
Category

1890s Portuguese Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Lacquered Grain Bucket
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Chinese elmwood grain bucket with a beautiful dark blue lacquer and a wonderful carved wood through tenon handle.
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Elm

Majolica Goose Tureen, circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
White Majolica goose tureen signed on underside Caugant, circa 1950.
Category

1950s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Large Majolica Duck Jardiniere Delphin Massier, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Majolica jardiniere signed Delphin Massier, circa 1890. 13.5 inches W.
Category

1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Pair of Spanish Midcentury Goathoof Candlesticks from Mallorca
Located in Vienna, AT
This pair of vintage hoof candle holders have been manufactured in the Tramuntana Mountains of Mallorca Spain and feature two goat hoofes mounted upon iron shields and iron candle ho...
Category

1950s Spanish Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Vintage Metal Clawfoot Planter
Located in High Point, NC
These rustic planters are a playful interpretation on typical zinc garden-ware. Inspired by traditional outdoor pitchers, wash-bins and basins, this metal planter is weather resistan...
Category

1940s European Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Zinc

Vintage Metal Clawfoot Planter
Vintage Metal Clawfoot Planter
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17th Century Sawankhalok ceramic Shipwreck Jar, Thailand
By Asian Modern
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A wonderful example of a Sawankhalok ceramic jar, sourced from a Shipwreck off the Coast of the Indonesian Island of Batam. Batam was one of the most substantial and influential port...
Category

17th Century Thai Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Antique American Primitive Hanging Wire Egg Basket / Planter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rustic metal wire egg basket with original hook and chain (ca. 19th Century, USA). Though originally used for housing eggs, this hanging basket doubles as a catchall or planter and i...
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19th Century American Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Rustic decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Rustic decorative objects 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 decorative objects created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, asian art and furniture, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rustic decorative objects made in a specific country, there are Europe, Asia, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative objects, popular names associated with this style include José Alves Cunha, Michel Caugant, Sarreguemines, and Bavent. 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 decorative objects 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 $65,000 while the average work can sell for $714.

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