French Faience Handled Server Platter HB Quimper Circa 1940
Located in Austin, TX
French Faience Handled Server Platter HB Quimper Circa 1940.
1940s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Faience
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.
French Faience Handled Server Platter HB Quimper Circa 1940
Located in Austin, TX
French Faience Handled Server Platter HB Quimper Circa 1940.
Faience
Petite Chinese Tea Tray, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Simple lines, a modest form, and a layer of hand-brushed lacquer give this petite Qing-dynasty tray a provincial charm that recalls the warmth of home. The original black lacquer fin...
Wood, Lacquer
Large Monumental Benjamin Burts Signed Studio Pottery Urn
Located in Round Top, TX
Large Monumental Benjamin Burts Signed Studio Pottery Urn A monumental hand-thrown studio pottery urn by American ceramic artist Benjamin Burts, distinguished by its commanding archi...
Terracotta
French Majolica Chick Egg Cup Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica Chick Egg Cup Circa 1890.
Ceramic, Faience
Antique Tin Metal Export Transport 5 Gallon Canister Container with Wood CaseAnt
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Rustic Farmhouse Tin Metal Export Transport 5 Gallon Canister Container with Wooden Case. Item features a solid wood frame, galvanized tin metal container, remnants of cork t...
Tin
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...
Wood
Majolica Wire Basket with Leaves Villeroy & Boch, Circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Charming Majolica wire basket with leaves Villeroy & Boch, Circa 1900.
Wire
Olive Wood Fruit Basket, Handcrafted in France, Rustic Design, 1950s
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Olive wood fruit basket, France, 1950s, with a sculptural and handcrafted design. Made from a single piece of wood, this basket has a free-flowing, organic shape, complemented by a c...
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...
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...
Metal
$175 / set
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...
Pine
$312Sale Price|20% Off
Hand-Carved Driftwood Whale Serving Tray, Early 21st Century Folk Art
Located in Elkhart, IN
A distinctive folk-art serving tray hand carved from a naturally irregular piece of driftwood in the form of a whale. The artist has worked with the wood’s sweeping grain, knots, cre...
Driftwood
$760Sale Price|20% Off
Monumental 20th Century Hickory Gathering Basket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Monumental 20th century Hickory gathering basket this basket is in very good condition. Theses baskets are very hard to find in great condition.
Hickory
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...
Wood
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...
Ceramic
Antique American Rustic Twig Basket with Handled Form, Early 20th Century
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautifully hand-made early 20th century American rustic twig basket with natural tones. Its restrained simplicity and honest craftsmanship give it the kind of quiet presence that ...
Wood
French Majolica Duck Tureen, circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica duck tureen circa 1950.
Ceramic
19th Century French Small Rectangular Majolica Catchall
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century French Small Rectangular Majolica Catchall or Dish. 4.8 by 3.3 inches.
Ceramic
19th century Scandinavian pine log basket
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century Scandinavian pine log basket circa 1890. We are pleased to be able to offer something so rare to be intact. Made using pine to create a frame which then has latice str...
Pine
1940s Distressed Molcajete Rustic Mexican Stone Bowl
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Rustic Vintage Kitchen Molcajete Mexican Stone Bowl Chef's grinding dish Preowned original unrestored distressed condition. Hole in center. 2.75 h x 7.75...
Stone
Antique 19th Century Calabrian Glazed Terracotta Amphora, Twin Handles
Located in Coral Gables, FL
19th Century Calabrian Glazed Terracotta Amphora with Twin Handles Authentic late 19th century glazed terracotta amphora from Calabria, Southern Italy, hand-thrown according to the ...
Ceramic
19th Century Japanese Burl Wood Dai
Located in Chicago, IL
An incredible 19th century Japanese Wabi Sabi burl wood dai with a perfect circular recessed tray, once used to display an object of beauty, but perfect today for catching your keys ...
Burl
Early 20th century large wooden bowl
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 20th century large wooden bowl circa 1900. Here we offer a large wooden bowl which would have been used to feed livestock in eastern europe at the beginning of the 1900's. W...
Hardwood
Large Majolica Terracotta Dog Terrier Bavent
By Bavent
Located in Austin, TX
Large Majolica terracotta dog Terrier Bavent ( Normandy ) 19 inches Lenght.
Terracotta
Sea Blue Whimsical Handmade Ceramic Jug Pitcher Vase from Portugal
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A handmade jug for your next soiree Invite rustic charm to your kitchen with this Sea Blue Handmade Ceramic Jug. Handcrafted with artisanal craftsmansh...
Ceramic
Terracotta Majolica Snail Bavent Normandy
By Bavent
Located in Austin, TX
Terracotta Majolica Snail Bavent Normandy circa 1900.
Terracotta
Pair of Distressed Painted Wood Obelisks with Architectural Bases
Located in Elkhart, IN
A pair of painted wood obelisks, rendered in a deliberately timeworn finish that evokes architectural fragments softened by age. Their clean, tapering form is balanced by stepped bas...
Marble
Provincial Chinese Water Jug, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
This 19th-century kitchen vessel is finished with a natural, ash glaze with dark brown color and subtle color variation. Designed for serving water or tea, the squat jar features a n...
Earthenware
French Faience Vase HB Quimper, Circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
French Faience vase signed HB Quimper Circa 1920.
Faience
$144Sale Price|20% Off
Rustic Large Etched Glass Goblet Vessel with Wood Top 1950s.
Located in Miami, FL
Very large glass Organic goblet vessel with a wood top from the 1950s. Vertical etched stripes on the outside of the bowl adorn this great piece that was probably used as a cookie or...
Cut Glass, Wood
Chinese Bent Handle Fisherman's Basket, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Basket making is an ancient and humble craft, but in the hands of a skilled weaver a simple willow basket becomes a truly beautiful statement. The artisan’s mastery is evident in thi...
Willow
Large early 20th century Scandinavian woven basket
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Large early 20th century woven basket circa 1910. Scandinavian woven pine basket with a softwood frame. Ideal for use as a light use log bin, or for storing those shoes in the cloa...
Pine
Axe in Stump Cast Iron Paperweight
Located in Savannah, GA
An antique axe in stump cast iron paperweight. 5 inches wide by 2 inches deep by 4 ½ inches tall
Iron
Late 19th Century Rustic Inn License in Gilt Lacquer Frame, USA
Located in Queens, NY
Original 1790 NY state inn license letterpressed in a faux gilt and lacquer frame
Lacquer
Large handcrafted solid wooden bowl in wabi wabi style, France ca. 1950
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1950 / bowl / wood / Rustic / Wabi Wabi Large robust wabi sabi style bowl, handcrafted from one large piece of wood in the 1950s in France. This very large and unique woo...
Wood
Majolica Pheasant Tureen, circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica pheasant tureen, circa 1950.
Ceramic
Vintage Patinated Middle Eastern Olive Jar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning and exquisitely patinated Terracotta Olive Jar on iron stand. The Jar is a beautiful addition to any interior, or in the garden or garden room - especially nice in a grou...
Terracotta
Canvasback Duck Mounted on Live Edge Wood
Located in High Point, NC
Canvasback duck taxidermy mounted on a live edge piece of wood.
Wood
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...
Terracotta
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...
Crystal
Solid Patinated Brass Jardiniere or Planter with Swirl Ribbed Body Flared Rim
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful brass planter or jardinière distinguished by its elegant swirled body and gracefully flared rim. The brass surface features a rich, naturally developed patination that ad...
Brass
Mid-Century French Wicker Basket With Metal
Located in Austin, TX
Mid-Century French Wicker basket with Metal. Wood border.
Metal
Rustic Black Forest Mantel Clock, Carved Walnut, 19th Century, Birds
Located in Queens, NY
Rustic Black Forest (19th Century) carved walnut mantel clock with floral design and bird figure with spread wings on top and 2 bird figures below...
Walnut
Large early 20th century hand carved bowl
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Large early 20th century hand carved bowl circa 1900. These large bowls were hand carved from solid trunks to be used as livestock feeders in eastern europe. There is no evidence t...
Beech
Antique Chinese Brown Glazed Kitchen Pot, Early 20th Century
Located in Chicago, IL
This antique Chinese jar from the early 20th century is cloaked inside and out with a glassy brown glaze that sheets down the sides with tonal variation and a slight drip texture. Th...
Earthenware
Early 19th century Swedish carved oak lidded box
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 19th century Swedish carved oak lidded box circa 1800. Interesting find from one of our buying trips, naive carved/turned box made from solid oak. Still functional as an every...
Oak
Rustic Adirondack Basket, Bamboo with Pine Cone Design, USA, 1940s
Located in Queens, NY
Rustic Adirondack-style (1940s) oval picnic basket covered with large pine cones and a bamboo hoop handle.
Bamboo
Vintage Distressed Painted Cement Planters - Set of 2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This charming pair of vintage cement planters embodies the timeless beauty of weathered garden décor, offering an authentic rustic aesthetic shaped by years of outdoor use. Crafted f...
Cement
Mid-Century Rope Basket Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Large Rope and Cork Fruits Basket Audoux Minet. 20.2 inches Lenght.
Rope, Cork
West Country Pancheon, 1920s Terracotta Dairy Bowl
Located in London, England
Wondrous West Country / Cornish terracotta dairy bowl / pancheon. Gloriously hand decorated. Also one of the largest and most intact we’ve handled. British 1920s D 50cm x H 20cm
Terracotta
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...
Ceramic
Set of 2 antique 19th century French copper candlesticks
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1900 / Pair Candlesticks / copper / Antique / Rustic Stylish set of copper table candlesticks with round baluster base from the 19th century. This pair of brass candlestick...
Copper
$769
C18th Handle Pot
Located in London, England
Provincial Umbrian terracotta pot with 3x carry handles, lovely finger made decoration where they join the main body of the pot. Wonderfully worn dark glaze surface with speckled ind...
Terracotta
French Faience Pate Tureen with Rabbits, Circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
French Faience pate tureen with rabbits Circa 1920.
Ceramic
Solid Patinated Brass Jardiniere or Planter and Detailed Swirl Ribbed Flared Rim
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful brass planter or jardinière distinguished by its elegant swirled body and gracefully flared rim. The brass surface features a rich, naturally developed patination that ad...
Brass
$279Sale Price|31% Off
Rustic French Provence Wicker Basket Centerpiece / Vide-Poche – Mid 20th Century
Located in Valencia, VC
Charming French Provence Wicker Basket Centerpiece / Vide-Poche – 20th Century A delightful round wicker basket with a central partition feature, handwoven in the south of France du...
Natural Fiber, Wicker, Cane
Wrought Iron Candelabrum Modelled as a Tree
Located in Montreal, QC
Whimsical and naturalistically modelled, this candelabrum dates from the mid twentieth century and throws a perfect soft light when the seven candles are lit. The spikey boughs are i...
Wrought Iron
French Faience Vase HB Quimper, Circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
French Faience vase signed HB Quimper Circa 1900. Decorated with flowers, a farmer from Brittany and Brittany symbol.
Faience
Swedish 19th century brown painted shaped strong box
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Swedish 19th century brown painted shaped strong box circa 1860. An example of the traditional Swedish shaped strong box with domed lid. This example has been painted in a vivid bro...
Pine
Circa 1970's Mounted Steer Skull
Located in High Point, NC
Mounted in the 1970's on a single plank of pesky cypress, this steer skull is a must-have for any man cave or office! Very cool decor. Can not be shipped outside of the United States.
Bone, Cypress