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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Nautical Early 20th Century Jackwood Water Wheel Accessory from Kerala, India
Located in Atlanta, GA
An antique water wheel from Kerala, India. This Kerala water wheel, also known as a "chakram chavittal," would have originally been used as a manua...
Category
20th Century Indian Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Vintage Boho Studio Pottery Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Boho studio pottery vase with earthy tones and handcrafted details. A perfect blend of rustic charm and artistry.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
Early 20th Century French Olive Picker’s Hod
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Early 20th century French olive picker’s hod.
A French olive picker’s Hod from the South of France, this galvanized riveted hod would have been wor...
Category
Early 20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Aluminum
Antique French Brass Pot
Located in High Point, NC
Made in 19th Century France, this wide pan is handmade from brass and iron. The sizable surface has certainly seen its share of kitchen work through the years, the time touched patin...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal, Brass
Vintage Boho 1977 Signed Studio Pottery Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage 1977 Boho studio pottery vase, signed by the artist. A unique piece blending rustic charm with personal craftsmanship. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Category
1970s American Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
Mexican Rustic Vase Folk Art Handmade Ceramic Vessel Terracotta Oaxaca Clay
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
In the heart of the Sierra Norte Mountains in the state of Oaxaca, Mexico, the settlers found that this "cold place" gave them a very special gift, clay, with which they could use to create their household goods.
One of the most renowned artisans of this region is Silvia Martínez...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Terracotta
Hoopoe Candlestick in cast bronze featuring an African bird
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
Candelabra in cast bronze featuring a Hoopoe* which is a beautiful little African bird. Hand crafted and unique candlestick in cast bronze. The decorative elements, such as the Hoopoe, were individually wax modelled, making each piece entirely unique, as no molds were used.
Height excluding candles is 42 cm. 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. Combining art, design and functionality, all furniture and lighting...
Category
2010s South African Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Boho Patinated Copper and Brass Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This distinctive vintage bohemian vase, crafted from patinated hammered copper with brass accents, exudes an unparalleled artistic charm. Its unique, organic form and the rich, aged ...
Category
Late 20th Century Indian Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass, Copper
Beautiful center piece in salvaged ziricote
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
This stunning rustic centerpiece, meticulously hand-carved from exquisite Ziricote wood, exudes an organic elegance with its long, flowing curves. The shape of this piece follows the...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ziricote
1950s French Concrete Sculpture
Located in High Point, NC
This concrete painted sculpture was made in France, circa 1950. The statue depicts a young boy standing, his right arm leaning on a basket, his left hand waving a bell. His clothing ...
Category
1950s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Concrete
Early 21st Century Sculptural Hand Turned Wood Candlesticks by Artist Robert Ros
Located in Cookeville, TN
Set of 3 - elegant turned wood candlestick set by wood artist Robert Rosand. Hand-turned Wood, One 12 inch, one 11 inch and one 10 inch tall. Also include three turned wooden candles...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Paint
Eighteenth Century Swedish Wedding Box
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Eighteenth century Swedish Wedding Box. Rustic Swedish wooden box with iron accents and natural patina. Created in Sweden during the last decade of...
Category
18th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Italian Rustic Faience Vase of Flattened Circular Form with Molded Decoration
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A rustic Italian faience vase molded in relief from the 19th century. The body of flattened circular form is topped by a tall cylindrical neck with a flaring rim flanked by rope-like handles. Molded in relief overall, each side is decorated with the figure of a bird in a stylized wreath amid fruits, nuts and grape vines. Resting on a flared circular foot with incised geometrical patterns echoed on the neck and rim, the vase is covered overall with brown and green splashes on an ochre ground. The rustic style of this Italian faience vase, with its rope-like decoration and particular shape echoing traditional wine flasks...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Faience
Vintage Chinese Floral Cast Iron Mortar
Located in Chicago, IL
This vintage cast iron mortar from China's Shanxi province is patterned in low relief with a simple floral design. Originally used in a traditional ap...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
Vintage Boho Original Studio Pottery Figural Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exquisite vintage studio pottery vase is a true work of art, featuring an intricate hand-carved figural design that embodies the essence of bohemian and mid-century craftsmanshi...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
Old Texas Mule Deer Mounted Antlers
Located in Asheville, NC
These antlers are mounters on a round plywood plaque covered in a brown and ivory blanket type textile. Skull covered in suede with piping around base of...
Category
1960s American Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Circular Rustic Iron "Pique-Cierge", France, 19th Century
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Charming rustic circular wrought-iron tripod "pique-cierge" (candle-holder). Traces of ancient brown paint.
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Brazilian Hand Engraved Crystal Cubes
Located in Boston, MA
Floral and fauna motifs. One of a kind.
Category
2010s Brazilian Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
Useful French Rustic Twin Bottle Carrier, Coaster Great little piece
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Useful French Rustic Twin Bottle Carrier, Coaster
Great little piece, very useful to pass tall bottles around the table and to keep them from getting knocked over
The Coaster holds...
Category
1950s Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Boho Studio Pottery Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Vintage Boho Studio Pottery Vase features a handcrafted design with earthy tones and a textured finish, exuding rustic charm and artisanal quality. Its organic silhouette makes ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
Vintage Boho Turned Wood Lidded Pot
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage Boho turned wood lidded pot features beautifully crafted wood with a rich patina and intricate detailing. Its charming design and functional lid make it an ideal piece f...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Vintage Boho Wood and Pottery Vases - Set of 2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Enhance your space with this set of two Vintage Boho Wood and Pottery Vases. Crafted in American style, these vases combine natural wood and earthy pottery, exuding a warm, bohemian ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery, Wood
$1,150 / set
Antique French Brass Pot
Located in High Point, NC
Made in 19th Century France, this wide pan is handmade from brass and iron. The sizeable surface has certainly seen its share of kitchen work through the years, the time touched pati...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
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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