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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
Unusual Majolica Rooster Frame George Dreyfus, Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Unusual Majolica rooster frame George Dreyfus Circa 1890. Made for advertising.
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1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Faience

Chinese Glazed Stoneware Jar, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
In 19th century China jars like this would have held wines, foods, and other consumable items. The combination of an irregular surface with a ...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

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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,...
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18th Century Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

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Marble

Antique Butchery Decoration of a Pottery Ox
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Butchery Decoration of a Pottery Ox A large statue of an ox made of painted pottery. It was used as shop window decoration in a German butchery. The statue was manufactured ...
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Mid-20th Century German Rustic Decorative Objects

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Clay

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

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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...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects

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Willow, Fabric, Wood

Swedish 1880s Oval Milk Tub with Blue and Black Paint and Distressed Patina
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish oval-shaped milk tub from the late 19th century with blue paint and black accents. Created in Sweden during the last quarter of the 19th century, this milk tub attracts our...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

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Wood

Majolica Wire Basket with Leaves Villeroy & Boch, Circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Charming Majolica wire basket with leaves Villeroy & Boch, Circa 1900.
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Early 1900s German Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

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Wire

Swedish 19th century woven pine basket
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Swedish 19th century woven pine basket circa 1890. Beautiful rustic made pine basket using strips of pine fixed into a pine frame. Complete with original lid. Fitted with a handle ...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

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Pine

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...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

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Wood

Two-Spouted Terracotta Canari Vessel
Located in Washington, DC
Terracotta African Canari Vessel with Two Spouts Serpent Detail. Cote D’Ivoire, circa 1960.
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1960s African Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Vintage Black Glazed Ceramic Lidded Bowl with Sculptural Ring Handle
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This striking vintage ceramic lidded bowl showcases a deep, glossy black glaze, contrasted beautifully by its natural clay accents. The elegantly hand-formed ring handle atop the lid...
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Mid-20th Century Asian Rustic Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

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...
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Early 20th Century Indian Rustic Decorative Objects

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Wood

Chinese Turned Wooden Mortar, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This petite pinewood vessel is an early 20th century mortar once used daily in a provincial kitchen to grind herbs, spices, and condiments. The rustic container was hand-turned to an...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine

Italian Gold Wire Wicker Compote Basket with Scalloped Edge
Located in New York, NY
An Italian gold tone wire wicker basket, circa early to mid-20th century, Italy. A lightweight wire wicker compote with scalloped edge. Metal is a light rose/gold hue. A great piece ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Rustic Decorative Objects

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Metal

Set of Rustic Antique Stacking Pots
Located in Washington, DC
Set of Rustic Antique European Stacking Pots. Europe, circa 1920. Set of 2.
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1920s European Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

19th Century Spanish Pottery
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 19th-century Spanish terracotta glazed pottery jar, exemplifies rustic elegance and traditional craftsmanship. Handcrafted from terracotta, its ochre-glazed upper portion featur...
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19th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

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Terracotta

Spanish 'Hachero' Traditional Natural Oak Wood Candleholder, circa 1890
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Spanish 'Hachero' traditional natural oakwood candleholder. By unknown manufacturer from Spain, circa 1890. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, pres...
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1890s Spanish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Oak

Outdoor Country Iron Deer Statuary
Located in Queens, NY
Outdoor American Country style (19/20th Cent) painted iron life size figure of deer
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19th Century American Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Handcrafted 20th-Century Turkish Olive Oil Vessel
Located in London, GB
This 20th-century Turkish olive oil pot is a beautiful example of vintage Mediterranean pottery, once used to store and preserve olive oil. Handc...
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1940s Turkish Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Southeast Asian Woven Bamboo Basket
Located in Chicago, IL
This smoky brown carrying basket originates from southeast Asia and is expertly crafted of thin strips of smoked bamboo. Carefully hand-woven in a plain weave with a band of exposed ...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects

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Bamboo, Wood

Pair of French Majolica Roosters Wall Pockets, circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of French Majolica roosters wall pockets, circa 1920.
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1920s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Rusted Iron French Chandelier with Key Motif
Located in Carmel, CA
Charming chandelier with centre key and scroll motif. Chandelier is not electrified but has six candle cups. It has a rusted iron finish. It is drilled for electrical wiring if that...
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1960s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Rustic Indian Document Wooden Box with Brass Details and Partial Opening Top
Located in Yonkers, NY
A rustic Indian wooden document box from the 19th century with brass details, partial opening top and petite bracket feet. This rustic Indian wooden document box from the 19th centur...
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19th Century Indian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Rustic French 19th Century Green Glazed Square-Shaped Bowl with Weathered Patina
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French green glazed square bowl from the 19th century, with nicely weathered appearance. Created in France during the 19th century, this petite bowl features a square-shaped body resting on a petite base and presenting a back handle. Boasting an aged patina, this 19th century rustic French green glazed bowl...
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19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Antique Early 20th Century American Splint Oak Basket
Located in Elkhart, IN
An antique American splint oak gathering basket. The charming basket has a tight weave and would be charming as a decorative or functional piece. USA, Early 20th Century Measures: ...
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Early 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects

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Oak

Indian Antique Wooden Hand Noodle Maker with Carved Ram and Vice Press
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indian antique carved wooden hand noodle press from the 19th century, with ram motif. Created in India during the 19th century, this wooden piece was originally used to hand make noodles. Showcasing a vice press, the body is adorned with a carved ram whose head and behind expand from a central square. This container is where the dough was placed and the vice part would press it into noodles. The ram head is carved with nice motifs, particularly visible on his curling antlers. The sides are adorned with medallions adorned with rosettes on all sides. Boasting a nicely weathered appearance revealing its nice age and use, this antique Indian carved wooden...
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19th Century Indian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Oak pediment with hand-carved oak leaves around a wreath, France ca. 1850
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1850 / sculpture/pediment / oak / Antique / Rustic A beautiful Antique oak pediment with openwork oak leaves around a central wreath. H...
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19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

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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...
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19th Century Indian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

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Iron

Mid-Century Large Double Rope Basket Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet
Located in Austin, TX
Rare double large rope and cork fruits basket Audoux Minet. Measures: W / 18.3" by 10" lower basket , upper 13.5' by 7" H / 13.5 13.5 by 7 inches.  
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1950s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

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Rope, Cork

Copper Kitchen Decoration Vintage Coffee Pots For Rustic Lot of Four Diferent
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
Lot of four vintage copper coffee pots for rustic kitchen decoration vintage rustic style copper kitchen decoration They are very decorative ...
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20th Century Italian Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper

French Tole Handled Tray with Flowers, Circa 1930
Located in Austin, TX
French tole handled tray with flowers circa 1930. Reticulated border. A little hole on the metal.
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1930s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Rustic Country Farm Scene Bovine Cows Porcelain Jewelry Dish, Early-20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A very beautiful German porcelain jewelry dish with farm scene, in the Rustic or Country style, circa early-20th century, Germany. Dish is octagonal in shape with luminous rustic/cou...
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Early 20th Century German Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

French Enamel Reticulated Corn Poppy Basket
Located in Austin, TX
French enamel reticulated basket with corn poppy motif, circa 1930. Wears, enamel loss.
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1930s European Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

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...
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Mid-20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Catskill Mountains Wood Catchall
Catskill Mountains Wood Catchall
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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...
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Beech

Small Majolica Goose Tureen Pate Tureen
Located in Austin, TX
Small Majolica Goose Tureen Pate Tureen circa 1950.
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1950s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Tall Rustic Mediterranean Clay Vessel
Located in Washington, DC
Antique Mediterranean Clay Vessel. Turkey, circa 1920. Once used for olive oil harvest and preservation in the Aegean region of Turkey.
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1920s Turkish Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay

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...
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19th Century Unknown Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Iron

Massive Burl Wood Bowl
Located in Chicago, IL
Behold the best burl wood bowl you've ever seen, a magnificent testament to the passage of time and the artistry of nature. This remarkable piece boasts a patina that only decades, p...
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19th Century American Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Burl

Chinese Stone Kitchen Mortar, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
Carved from a single block of granite, this stone vessel is an early 19th century mortar once used in a Chinese kitchen to grind spices, herbs, and other condiments. Chisel marks tex...
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Limestone

20th Century Whitewashed Anatolian Terracotta Jar
Located in London, GB
This 20th-century Anatolian terracotta jar is a testament to traditional craftsmanship, featuring a hand-applied whitewashed finish that beautifully contrasts its warm terracotta bas...
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1930s Turkish Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay

Mid-Century Rope Basket Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Large Rope and Cork Fruits Basket Audoux Minet. 20.2 inches Lenght.
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1960s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Rope, Cork

20th Century Anatolian Hand-crafted Vase
Located in London, GB
This exquisite 20th-century Anatolian terracotta jar is a stunning example of traditional Turkish craftsmanship. Originally used for storing grains or water, this piece highlights th...
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1940s Turkish Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay

Pair of French Faience Wall Pocket Henriot Quimper
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of French Faience wall pocket signed Henriot Quimper, circa 1900. Hand painted with a couple of bretons and flowers.
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Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Majolica Terracotta Hen and Chicks Bavent, circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
Large terracotta hen and his two chicks from Normandy, circa 1920. Country style. Measure: Hen / 13.8" height, 19" length on 7". Chicks / 4.5", 5.5" on 3".
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1920s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Rare 19th Century Majolica Vase with Olives Perret Gentil Menton
Located in Austin, TX
Rare 19th century Majolica vase With olives signed Perret Gentil Menton.
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1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

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 Handmade Hungarian Wooden Dough Bowl, Early 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Beautiful hand carved Hungarian dough bowl, 1930s In good rustic condition. As with all vintage items there will be signs of wear and tear from use over the years. 2 repairs have b...
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Provincial Chinese Trunk Mortar, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This large wooden mortar dates to the late 19th century and was originally used for crushing rice, grain, spices and other foodstuffs. Carved from a single tree trunk, the mortar has...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Monumental 19th Century American Feather Basket
Located in Chicago, IL
A monumental 19th century American ash and oak splint feather basket of fantastic size with two banded handles, a wide bentwood rib running around the belly of the basket, and a wood...
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19th Century American Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ash

Dramatic Large Unusual Swedish Wood Bowl
Located in Kramfors, SE
Large unusual wood bowl with an organic shape just as nature made it. The bowl is a hollowed piece of wood that’s been made from one single piece. There ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Vintage Boho Studio Pottery Lidded Bowl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your shelf or tabletop with this striking Vintage Boho Studio Pottery Lidded Bowl, a handmade work of functional art that seamlessly blends rustic c...
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Late 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay, Pottery

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...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Willow, Bentwood

Set of 18th Century Sawankhalok ceramic Shipwreck Jar, Thailand
By Asian Modern
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A wonderful example of a pair of Sawankhalok ceramic jars, sourced from a Shipwreck off the Coast of the Indonesian Island of Batam. Batam was one of the most substantial and influen...
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17th Century Thai Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Folk Art Hand Carved Oak Mushroom Statues, Pair
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful and unique pair of vintage hand carved natural oak mushroom statues. These would be perfect for a country house, indoors or outdoors! They ...
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Mid-20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Oak

Post-War White Ceramic Horse Design Vase
Located in Queens, NY
White and black vase with running horse design. Signed on bottom by maker.
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Early 20th Century Italian Mediterranean Terracotta Sculptural Bacchus Fountain
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
A striking early 20th-century Italian terracotta wall fountain featuring Bacchus, the Roman god of wine and revelry. This two-piece set includes a sculptural relief of a cherubic Bac...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Rustic Decorative Objects

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Clay, Terracotta

Early 20th Century Shoulder Rice Carrying Yoke with Bamboo and Rattan Baskets
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese rice carrying shoulder wooden yoke pole from the early 20th century, with hand-woven rattan baskets and bamboo accents. Charming us with its history and nicely weathered appearance, this Chinese early 20th century shoulder yoke...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects

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Bamboo, Rattan, Wood

Early 20th Century Vintage Boho Wrought Iron Hitching Post Head
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a rugged touch of Americana to your decor with this striking vintage wrought iron horse hitching post head. Sculpted with bold lines and expres...
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Early 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wrought Iron

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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