19th Century Split Oak Basket
Located in High Point, NC
19th century split oak handwoven basket from France. Lovely shape and size.
19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Oak
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.
19th Century Split Oak Basket
Located in High Point, NC
19th century split oak handwoven basket from France. Lovely shape and size.
Oak
Chinese Lacquered Harvest Basket, circa 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. The round basket has been...
Wood, Willow
Vintage Boho Shanghai Weave Chicken Basket
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Infuse your space with rustic charm and boho flair with this vintage Shanghai weave chicken basket. Crafted with intricate woven details and a unique, organic shape, it offers both f...
Rattan
Austrian Majolica Dog Tobacco Jar, Circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Austrian Majolica Dog Tobacco Jar, Circa 1900.
Ceramic, Faience
Rustic Antique Wooden Cash Box with Removable Top, Studs and Chain
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Chinese wooden cash box from the early 20th century, with chain and partially removable top. Charming our eyes with its rustic presence and nicely weathered appearance, th...
Metal
“Achego” Decorative Felted Wool "Necklace" by Inês Schertel, Brazil, 2019
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Contemporary “Achego” Decorative Felted Wool "Necklace" in natural colors by Inês Schertel, Brazil 2019 Ines Schertel's primary material is sheep's wool. As a practitioner of slow...
Wool
Trencher-Shaped Rustic Swedish Dug Out Bowl
Located in Chireno, TX
Trencher-shaped rustic Swedish pine dug out bowl hand-carved circa 1820-1859. Dry, pale light grayish brown color finish. Inscribed with a faint single runic character. Note: When s...
Pine
$750 / item
19th Century Grain River Basket
Located in New York, NY
19th century Woven Grain Canister Basket. Spectacular hand woven grain canister basket made from woven reed on bamboo frame with natural tree sap lacquer mixed with clay pressed int...
Iron
English Carved Wood Cow Sculpture with Original Painted Finish, circa 1880
Located in Atlanta, GA
A rare and well-proportioned English carved wood cow, circa 1880, retaining traces of its original painted finish. Crafted with the naïve charm characteristic of 19th-century folk ar...
Wood
English Oak and Brass Bucket with Side Lugs, 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A handsome English oak bucket from the 19th century, bound with two wide bands of patinated brass and fitted with pierced brass lugs for lifting or hanging. The warm, polished oak st...
Brass
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
American Rustic Adirondack Grandfather Clock
Located in Queens, NY
American Rustic Adirondack Tramp Art (19th Century) grandfather clock with arched pediment over relief carved figures & scrolling designs (Not working)
Maple, Wood
Pair of 2 French antique candlesticks in bronze, ca. 1890
Located in Meulebeke, BE
A set of two elegant copper candlesticks with square bases. Crafted in France around 1900. This beautiful set with classic design seamlessly blends with both modern and traditional...
Copper
Italian Gold Wicker Compote Basket Scalloped Edge
Located in New York, NY
An Italian light-weight gold tone wire wicker basket, circa mid-20th century, Italy. A lightweight wire wicker compote with scalloped edge. Metal is a light rose/gold hue. A great pi...
Metal
20th Century Turkish Olive Vessel
By George Lamiè
Located in Atlanta, GA
This sculptural vessel by Maison Lamiè Studio captures the quiet drama of ancient Turkish ceramics while offering a contemporary interpretation. Handcrafted in the 21st century, it i...
Clay, Plaster
Small French Majolica Cache Pot Onnaing, circa 1890
By Onnaing
Located in Austin, TX
Small French Majolica cache pot Onnaing, circa 1890. flowers and leaves.
Ceramic, Faience
19th Century American Keepsake Chest
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand carved decorative box / collector's chest with one fixed, sliding tray and one removable, circa 19th century. All hardware, including the hinges, is original: the screws that li...
Metal
Vintage Boho Monumental Cast Concrete Planter
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This grand, single planter offers substantial presence and timeless elegance, designed to evoke the enduring charm of classical European garden architecture. Expertly crafted from ro...
Concrete
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 ...
Bamboo, Wood
Antique Farmer's Grain Basket with Iridescent Motifs and Weathered Appearance
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique farmer's grain basket from the 19th century, with cylindrical silhouette, iridescent motifs and lid. This 19th-century antique farmer's grain b...
Rattan
Vintage Boho Ribbed Terracotta Urn
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage boho ribbed terracotta urn exudes earthy charm and artisanal craftsmanship. Its textured ribbed design and warm terracotta tones make it a versatile accent piece, perfec...
Terracotta
Chinese Courtyard Grain Container, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This rustic wooden container dates to the early 20th century and was once used to store dry goods or household items in a provincial home in Yunnan province. Hollowed from a single t...
Wood
Provincial Chinese Grain Container, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This hand-crafted wooden bucket was once used by farmers in Shanxi, China to transport their harvest of rice and grains over long distances. Counterbalanced by a second container, th...
Wood
Metal and Wood Cart/Rolling Basket, France, c. 1950
Located in New York City, NY
Rolling French basket, with a steel frame, wood slats at the bottom, and four bolted casters. This is in good vintage condition; this rolls easily, albeit somewhat shakily. The wheel...
Metal
Statue sculpture life size antique old Roman Greek stone reclaimed carving decor
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Antique statue life sized Roman Greek natural stone old sculpture. The antique statue displayed in this Ad is one of 12 reclaimed life sized limestone statues. In this specific ...
Limestone
Mid-Century French Patinated Concrete Faux Bois Split-Log Planter on Legs
Located in Dallas, TX
Stage your backyard or garden with this large antique outdoor planter. Crafted in France circa 1950 and rectangular in shape, the heavy jardini...
Concrete, Iron
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...
Wood
Circa 1900 8-Bottle Wine Carrier
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1900 French zinc & turned wood 8-bottle wine carrier. Shaped, turned wood carrying handle. Eight bottle comparments. With crusty finish, bends & dings as expected with age, use...
Zinc
Small Antique Dowry Basket with Distressed Brown Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
A small antique Chinese dowry basket from the early 20th century, with brown patina and weathered appearance. Charming our eyes with its rustic flair, th...
Wood
Chinese Stone Garden Trough, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Once a common sight in courtyards throughout rural China, this textured stone vessel was used as a grain or water trough for chickens and other barnyard fowl. Chiseled from a block o...
Granite
Large Vintage French Concrete Hen Garden Sculpture with Aged Patina
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This large vintage French concrete hen sculpture brings rustic charm and pastoral warmth to any garden or courtyard. Beautifully modeled in solid cast concrete, the piece depicts a f...
Concrete
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...
Wrought Iron
English 19th Century Turned Sycamore Bowl with Incised Rings
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 19th-century English bowl is finely turned from sycamore and features a softly rounded profile with a subtly tapering base. Its proportions are particularly harmonious—measuring...
Sycamore
18th Century Rustic Spanish Handcrafted Copper Pitcher, Jug with Handle
Located in Madrid, ES
Hammered, riveted and soldered in 18th century Spain, this copper container was made for common household use, but with its sculptural form, rich color and patina of age it surpasses...
Copper
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
$1,790 / item
Bronze Rhino Candelabra
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
Rhino Sculpture Candelabra, handcrafted in cast bronze with brown patina with small Rhino, Acacia tree and leaf motif. I model these decorative features in wax by hand before casting, making every candelabra a true original as no mold is made. Using the lost wax method, I sculpt, cast, chase, and finish each piece myself, blending natural motifs with refined craftsmanship. The result is a distinctive, sculptural candelabra that stands out as a statement piece - both functional and artistic. Patinas may vary. All candelabras are unique and made to order by hand. Candles not provided. Similar bronze single and double candle sticks in different sizes & motifs on request. Cost on application. Can also be made in pairs. Functional art: Combining art, design and functionality, all furniture and lighting...
Bronze
19th C European Black Forest Figural Wood Carved Bearded Man Lidded Tobacco Jar
Located in Philadelphia, PA
19th C European Black Forest Figural Wood Carved Bearded Man Lidded Tobacco Jar. Circa 19th Century. Measurements: 9" H 1350x 5" W x 5.5" D
Wood
Log Caliper, Made by William Greenleaf Company, Belmont, MA
By William Greenleaf
Located in Nantucket, MA
A large caliper for calculating the number of board feet a log will yield. The central wood shaft engraved with multiple scales on each of the four sides with a large metal mounted c...
Metal
$1,995 / item
20th Century African Shovel Currency on Stand
Located in High Point, NC
This fascinating piece is an example of shovel currency, formerly used among the peoples of northern Nigeria as a form of monetary exchange. Forged iron would have been traded for go...
Metal
$276Sale Price|30% Off
Antique Rustic American Oval Dough Wood Carved Bowl with Handles
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Antique American rustic oval wood dough bowl handcarved with handles. Has a fissure in center, probably for water draining
Wood
French Rustic and Rural Wash Basin Early 19th in Terracotta
Located in Stockholm, SE
Charming and at the same time rural decorative early 19th century French terracotta was basin. Looking as it has been around for a while, maybe displayed as an object in a French mo...
Terracotta
Large 19th Century Burl Walnut Bowl with Iron Repairs and Handles
Located in Atlanta, GA
A substantial 19th-century carved burl walnut bowl with a powerful rustic presence, generous proportions, and layered history. Measuring approximately 29.75 inches wide, 25.5 inches deep, and 7 inches high, this oval vessel was hewn from a single piece of dense walnut and bears the textured marks of time and repeated use. The surface is worn smooth from handling, yet still retains areas of rugged character—tool marks, subtle variations in tone, and a visible patched repair in hammered iron on one side. A second repair is visible underneath, where iron straps were applied across an old split—evidence of the piece’s practical value and the care taken to preserve it. Flat-handled grips at either end are integrated into the carved form, enhancing functionality without interrupting the clean silhouette. Ideal as a dramatic centerpiece or sculptural accent on a farmhouse table or console, this antique bowl...
Iron
1960s Vintage Handcrafted Cockhill Crafts Style Sculptural Turned Yew Wood Vase
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Arts and Crafts Period, circa 1960s Cockhill Crafts Style midcentury modern design bud vase. It is hand turned in Yew wood of simple subtle cur...
Yew
2 Handle Calabrese Pot
Located in Ventura, CA
Two-Handle Calabrese Pot – Hand-Thrown Ceramic (Calabria, Late 1800s) Brown with Glaze Presenting a charming two-handle Calabrese pot, expertly hand-thrown from ceramic in Calabri...
Ceramic
Rustic Wooden Bowl #2, 1930s
Located in Rīga, LV
Antique primitive carved wooden bowl (#2) with a beautiful patina. Additional information: Origin: Latvia Dimensions: W 60 cm x D 28 cm x H 9.5 cm
Wood
Vintage Boho Turned Wood Salad Bowl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your dining experience with this vintage boho turned wood salad bowl. Beautifully handcrafted, it features a smooth, rounded design that highlights the natural warmth and cha...
Wood
Vintage Boho Oak Lidded Box
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome antique lidded box, beautifully crafted from richly grained quarter-sawn tiger oak. The wood's stunning medullary ray flecks create a dynamic, shimmering surface that spea...
Metal
French Enamel Reticulated Corn Poppy Basket
Located in Austin, TX
French enamel reticulated basket with corn poppy motif, circa 1930. Wears, enamel loss.
Metal
Early 20th Century American Hand Carved Two-Tier Collector's Chest
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand carved decorative box / collector's chest, circa early 20th century. Features a hinged-top that opens to reveal two, stacked, sliding trays (one lidded and removable, one open)....
Metal
$1,440Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Italian Carved Three-Light Candelabras
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Polychrome pair of Italian carved three arm candelabras or candle holders. Features a decorative painted frame with yellow and red over a grey background done in a whimsical style. D...
Zinc
Contemporary Rustic Modern Organic Form Wooden Footed Vase
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary Rustic Modern organically shaped wooden vase with a conical vessel resting on an organic circular foot.
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...
Clay, Pottery
Petite Chinese Mirror Tray, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Simple lines, a modest form, and a layer of hand-brushed lacquer give this petite wooden tray a provincial charm that recalls the warmth of home. Rich with character, the square tray...
Mirror, Pine
$470Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of Three Decorative Rustic Chic Wooden Boxes
Located in Milano, IT
Fabulous painted wooden decorative boxes from the early 1920s Rustic Chic period, made in Italy. The boxes are small and are useful for organizing and arr...
Wood
Vintage Boho Signed Studio Pottery Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This striking vintage studio pottery vase embodies the free-spirited aesthetic of Bohemian design, featuring an organically textured exterior with a rich, earthy brown glaze. The sur...
Pottery
Contemporary "Pudim de Leite" Sculpture by Brazilian Designer Guilherme Sass
By Rodrigo Calixto and Guilherme
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Contemporary "Pudim de Leite" Sculpture by Brazilian Designer Guilherme Sass, 2021 The Pudim de Leite sculpture is a delightful and mouthwatering artwork by Brazilian designer Gui...
Wood
$4,500 / set
Pair of Rustic Continental Style Twig Vases
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Rustic Continental style (19/20th Cent) slat design vases with flair top and basket design supported on birch and twig round base. (PRICED AS Pair)
Birch
Contemporary Adirondack Style Rustic Twig and Glass Candle Holder
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary Adirondack-style rustic footed candle holder with twig exterior and glass inset.
Glass
Vintage Boho Mixed Glaze Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Immerse your space in the earthy elegance of this monumental vintage ceramic jardinière. Featuring a stunning multicolored majolica-style drip glaze, the piece transitions from a vib...
Ceramic
Post-War White Ceramic Horse Design Vase
Located in Queens, NY
White and black vase with running horse design. Signed on bottom by maker.
Ceramic