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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
Contemporary Adirondack Style Twig and Glass Candle Holder
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary Adirondack-style rustic footed candle holder with twig exterior and glass inset. (Similar Piece: 063302)
Category

20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Rustic Continental Style Faux Antler and Brass Table Clock
Located in Queens, NY
Rustic Continenetal-style table clock with a resin faux antler stand suspending a brass cased black and beige enamel-faced clock from a small chain.
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Late 19th Century American Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Antler

American Country Brass Candlestick
Located in Queens, NY
American Country-style (20th Century) round brass candlestick with handle
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20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Red Apple Ceramic Spice Jars, Set of 6
Located in Bradenton, FL
A set of six ceramic spice jars or canisters. Hand painted with red apples in front with small branches on the back. Lids are also decorated with red apples ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Small Majolica Goose Tureen Pate Tureen
Located in Austin, TX
Small Majolica Goose Tureen Pate Tureen circa 1950.
Category

1950s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

French Majolica Fish Jardinière Onnaing, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Inspired by the Japonism movement this French Majolica large jardinière is signed Onnaing, circa 1890. This handled jardinière is decorated with fishes in the water surrounded by se...
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1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Faux Bois Honey Pot Vase Urn 1980s
Located in Melbourne, AU
A rustic bark pattern or ‘faux bois’ handcrafted coil pot. Unsigned and the period unclear, but I would say 1980s. This substantial pot gives crunchy textur...
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Late 20th Century Australian Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay

Early Terracotta Bust of Young Boy
Located in Peekskill, NY
An enchanting antique bust statue of a young boy dating from the early 1900s. I am guessing on the date but it may be much earlier. The figure has ...
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Early 20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Resin And Bronze Wall Mounted Moose Skull
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A large, impressive and very decorative reproduction Moose Skull with Antlers in Bronze and Resin. Very well made with good weight and a convincing finish replicating bronze patina on the Antlers as on the Skull. A fine patinated bronze skull mounted with wide resin antlers...
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20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Rustic Pine Candlestick Holders - a Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
A pair of rustic turned candlestick holders in pine. Beautifully grained, the simple curves show spots and stripes in the wood. Tops are inset with brass capitals. Dimensions per can...
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Late 20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine

Antique 19th Century Italian Yellow Drip Confit Pot
Located in Pearland, TX
An authentic 19th-Century Italian confit pot or jar, rare with a yellow drip. This pot is full of character, hand crafted and painted with two charming handles, known as 'ears.' Thes...
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19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

19th Century Cast Iron Cauldron or Kettle, Continental circa 1830
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
The seamed body of bellied form encircled by two bands of raised mouldings, rising to a flaring rim and retaining its original swing handle, the underside showing casting / foundry m...
Category

Early 19th Century European Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

French Late 19th Century Treenware Bottle With Conic Lid Serving as a Cup
Located in Atlanta, GA
A large French treenware bottle from the late 19th century, with conic lid serving as a cup and tapering body. Born in France during the later years of the 19th century, this handsom...
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19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Large Majolica Terracotta Dog Terrier Bavent
Located in Austin, TX
Large Majolica terracotta dog Terrier Bavent ( Normandy )
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Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Massive Glazed Terracotta Bowl
Located in Chicago, IL
A massive vintage Mexican glazed terracotta bowl with two applied handles and a beautiful drip glazed pattern on the interior. The exterior is u...
Category

20th Century Mexican Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Guatemalan Glazed Cooking Pot w/Handles
Located in Atlanta, GA
A larger-sized Guatemalan clay pot with beautiful glazed finish. This vintage cooking vessel has been made of clay, has a rounded-shape with flattened bottom and recessed top hole with rounded lip. The pot has four handles about its perimeter. This pot is perfectly-imperfect, with a nice texture, some minor chipping to the handles, and areas of old black patina from cooking over a fire; a lovely show of history of prior use/age. This Guatemala ceramic...
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20th Century Guatemalan Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay

Large 19th Century Copper Stock Pot or Cauldron
Located in Winter Park, FL
A large 19th century French hammered copper stock pot with tight fitting riveted handled lid. Hand-wrought iron loop to hang the pot over a fire. Beautiful w...
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19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper

French Pottery Majolica Rabbit Pâté Tureen circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Pottery Majolica Rabbit Pate Tureen circa 1950.
Category

1950s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica, Pottery

Tangerine Orange Whimsical Handmade Striped Ceramic Bowl
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A colorful bowl for your mantle This handcrafted ceramic bowl is rustically European with whimsical details like colorful beads and cotton thread. Its rustic pinkish orange and white tones bring a touch of charm to home decor, whether placed atop a coffee table or bookcase. Minor variations and irregularities may be present, as every piece is made by hand. Photographs are as accurate as possible, but colors may vary slightly from one screen...
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2010s Portuguese Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Folk Art Hand Carved Driftwood Whale Serving Tray
Located in Elkhart, IN
A charming Folk Art hand carved driftwood decorative serving tray in the form of a whale, perfect for your Nantucket, Cape, or Hamptons home! USA, Early 21st century Measures: 26....
Category

2010s American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Driftwood

Vintage Italian Glazed Ceramic Lemon Urn
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Infuse your home with Mediterranean charm with this delightful Vintage Italian Glazed Ceramic Lemon Urn. This exquisite piece showcases the vibrant and classic artistry of Italian ce...
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Late 20th Century Italian Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Carved Circular Wall Clock by Wilbur V. Wigans Jewelers
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Deep carved and ribbed mahogany surround with a hinged door. The white painted dial with black Roman numerals and an inner carved and gilt surround band. The clock is being sold as...
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19th Century American Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Majolica Rooster Vase Delphin Massier
Located in Austin, TX
Antique Majolica rooster with leaves, corn and wild rose vase signed Delphin Massier, circa 1890. The Massier produced roosters in a big range of sizes, this is the medium size. The...
Category

1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica, Ceramic, Faience

Rustic French 19th Century Pottery Jug with Russet Ground and Yellow Stripes
Located in Atlanta, GA
A rustic French pottery jug from the 19th century, with russet ground and yellow glazed stripes. Created in France during the 19th century, this pottery jug charms us with its genero...
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19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Antique copper Flemish disc candlestick from the 15th century
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 15th century / candlestick / copper / antique / rustic Beautiful copper candlestick from the 15th century made in Belgium. On a circular base that supports a barrel with r...
Category

15th Century and Earlier French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper

Set of 2 Terracotta Jars Aged – Javanese Ethnic Style – Size XXL
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Set of 2 very large terracotta jars, aged, traditional Javanese ethnic style. Originally from Java (Indonesia), these ancient coins were once used for storing food or drinking water....
Category

Early 20th Century Indonesian Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay, Terracotta

19th Century American Red Painted Gathering Basket
Located in Chicago, IL
A fantastic 19th century American red painted oak splint round gathering basket with a tapered asymmetrical form making it perfect for hanging on a wall. Found in Western Massachusetts.
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19th Century American Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Oak

Rustic Indian 19th Century Wooden Box with Iron Details and Incised Motifs
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indian rustic wooden box from the 19th century, with nicely weathered appearance, iron details and incised motifs. Created in India during the 1...
Category

19th Century Indian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Monumental Aged Black Terracotta Storage Vessel with Weathered Matte Finish
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This monumental black terracotta vessel is a commanding piece that blends ancient utility with sculptural artistry. Handcrafted in the traditional manner, the pot features a bold, ro...
Category

20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

19th Century Majolica Goat Tobacco Jar Onnaing
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica tobacco jar signed Onnaing, circa 1890. Decorated with a goat and wheat and leaves.
Category

1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica, Ceramic

1800s Antique Wood Box Hand Forged Iron Grain Rice Chinese
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration. a fabulously aged antique wood box with handles. Box has patinated metal trim pieces & forged iron nails. No mak...
Category

19th Century Unknown Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Iron

Antique Hand-Carved Wooden Mortar Base – Rustic Primitive Tool
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This antique hand-carved wooden piece is a remarkable example of rustic craftsmanship and utilitarian design. Most likely used as a mortar base or working tool in a traditional house...
Category

20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Portuguese Pottery Vessel with Triple Neck
Located in Troy, MI
New Portuguese rustic ceramic vase features a wide, curved base with a triple neck and two pierced openings. Unknown maker. Interesting, sculptural p...
Category

2010s Portuguese Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Midcentury Handmade Terra Cotta Squirrel Figurine
Located in Stamford, CT
Midcentury handmade terra cotta squirrel figurine.
Category

Mid-20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Ancient Marble Vessel
Located in Chicago, IL
A gorgeous ancient vessel carved from one piece of marble with subtle pink veins running throughout. Perfect for use as a vessel sink in a powder room,...
Category

18th Century Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

Large French Majolica Terracotta Donkey with Baskets, Circa 1930
Located in Austin, TX
Large French terracotta donkey with baskets Circa 1930. Bavent Normandy. 2 Yellows basket. Meaasures: height / 21.3" Lenght / 30" by 11.5"
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Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Large American Western Basket Vintage Woven Reed 1950s
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Large vintage traditional hand coiled American Western basket. This tightly hand woven willow basket showcases talent and history of Southwestern region. Displayed is a center star d...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Reed, Willow

Antique Metal Hinged Wood Box Distressed Transport Chest
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Antique Wood Covered Box Hinged Latched Distressed Keyhole Lock transport chest 6.5 h x 10 d x 28.75 Original unrestored condition. No key included. Refer to images.
Category

Early 20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

French Majolica Palissy Jardinière with Grapes Thomas Sergent, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
Small French Majolica Palissy jardinière with grapes Thomas Sergent, circa 1880. Shaped as a wood box.
Category

1880s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Large Ancient Cart Wheel with Rustic Character and Time-Worn Appearance
Located in Yonkers, NY
This large ancient wooden cart wheel exudes great rustic character, captivating our attention with its authentic patina and time-worn appearance. The...
Category

19th Century Thai Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century French Wicker Basket With Metal
Located in Austin, TX
Mid-Century French Wicker basket with Metal. Wood border.
Category

1940s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Austrian Majolica Dog Tobacco Jar, Circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Austrian Majolica Dog Tobacco Jar, Circa 1900.
Category

Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

French Pottery Majolica Rabbit Pâté Tureen circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
French Pottery Majolica Rabbit Pate Tureen circa 1950.
Category

1950s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica, Pottery

Antique Cast Iron Scottish Terrier Door Stop Boot Scrape, Circa 1920s
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful antique cast iron Scottish Terrier door stop boot scrape USA, Circa 1920s Measuers: 12.5"W x 2.88"D x 9"H. Very good or...
Category

1920s American Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Vintage Plucked Metal Chicken
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage painted metal plucked chicken. Shown with life size hand model.
Category

Late 20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Vintage Plucked Metal Chicken
Vintage Plucked Metal Chicken
$200 Sale Price
20% Off
French Majolica Birds Cache Pot Jerome Massier Fils, circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica birds cache pot signed Jerome Massier Fils, Circa 1900.
Category

1930s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Festa Whimsical Handmade Ceramic Vase in Blue, Teal, Pink from Portugal
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A colorful bowl for your coffee table This Festa Handmade Ceramic Bowl is a beautiful home accent piece. Crafted from ceramic, its teal and blue striped design gives it a rustic and whimsical look that is perfect for any living room or bedroom. The unique, handmade construction gives it a one-of-a-kind charm that will add a touch of character to your home. Minor variations and irregularities may be present, as every piece is made by hand. Photographs are as accurate as possible, but colors may vary slightly from one screen to another. Founded in 2013 in Lisbon, this artisan studio is an atelier where reality and fantasy meet, drawing and painting interface, and no two pieces are alike. Anchored in the belief that error is an advantage in the path towards individualization, the slow living workspace promotes small scale quality production, supported by an ecological design, aware of the authentic, lasting beauty of each object produced 7" x 5" White and teal blue stoneware bowl...
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2010s Portuguese Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Hand-carved Hungarian dough bowl, circa 1900
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Hand-carved Hungarian dough bowl, circa 1900. This authentic bowl is crafted from solid fruitwood and has a warm, weathered appearance. Perfect as a decorative piece or as a generous...
Category

Early 1900s Hungarian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Fruitwood

Early 20th Century French Basket
Located in Chicago, IL
A charming early 20th century French vineyard basket hand-woven from reeds with a heavy rim, rope handles, and wooden slat bottom. Perfect for laundry, or filled with throw pillows a...
Category

Early 20th Century French Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Reed

19th Century French Copper Pot
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century French copper pot with riveted double handles. Beautiful warm patina. Seam along the bottom. Several stamped maker's marks, including...
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19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper

Nature & Animals Posing in Still Life Art, European & Italian Coffee Table Book
Located in New York, NY
Nature Posing the Grand Season of Still Life of Europe and Italy; A large (grand) coffee table or library book, 1977, Milano, Italy. Translation of Title in Italian: Natura In Posa, ...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Paper

Catskill Mountains Wood Catchall
Located in New York, NY
A 'Catskill Mountains' wood catch-all piece, circa mid-20th century, USA. Piece is hand carved of raw wood, varnished, with horseshoe design and met...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Catskill Mountains Wood Catchall
Catskill Mountains Wood Catchall
$380 Sale Price
20% Off
French Majolica Box Dog in a Kennel Choisy-le-Roi, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica box dog in a kennel signed Choisy le Roi , circa 1880.
Category

1880s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Val Saint Lambert Crystal Bowl Catchall Animal Steer Bull Rustic Belgium
Located in New York, NY
A substantial Belgian crystal round bowl with debossed steer bull animal by luxury crystal Maison, Val Saint Lambert, circa mid to late-20th century, Belgium. Steer bull at center of...
Category

Late 20th Century Belgian Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

19th Century French Majolica Grapes Lidded Jar
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century French Majolica Grapes Lidded Jar.
Category

1880s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Striped Whimsical Handmade Ceramic Jug in Black and White with Fabric and Beads
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A handmade jug for coffee or punch This Striped Handmade Ceramic Jug is the perfect statement piece for any kitchen or dining room. Crafted with traditional and contemporary techniques, it is handmade from black and white striped ceramic with a whimsical rustic look. The jug is ideal for holding coffee, punch, or any other beverage and is designed for both functional and decorative display. Minor variations and irregularities may be present, as every piece is made by hand. Photographs are as accurate as possible, but colors may vary slightly from one screen...
Category

2010s Portuguese Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

French Majolica Triple Wheat Vase Saint Amand, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica Triple Wheat Vase signed Saint Amand, circa 1890.
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Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

French Majolica Wire Basket Salins circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica wire basket Salins circa 1890. Grapes and leaves.
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1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Oversize French Majolica Palissy Fishs Jardiniere, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
Oversize French Majolica Palissy fishes jardiniere Circa 1880. Attributed to Thomas Sergent. Very rare model, trompe l'oeil wood crate with f...
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1880s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Rustic Italian Basket with Handle, Hand Made in Wicker & Willow
Located in Roma, IT
We offer for sale a basket with handle, handmade in Italy by weaving thin branches of wicker, reeds and rattan. Coming from a country house near Rome, it can contain and bring into t...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wicker, Willow

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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