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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
Spanish Cast Iron Cauldron Kitchen Pot Ice Bucket
Located in Barcelona, ES
Cast iron cauldron with unmatching Lid from Galicia at the northern part of Spain, circa 1940s Made in molded/cast iron, originally used for cooking...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

SET of 2 traditional Italian Jugs GUBBIO floral handpainted Jug Wine Pitcher
Located in Landshut, BY
Design Period 1955 to 1965 Production Period around 1960 Country of Manufacture Italy Gubbio Umbria (Provincia di Perugia) MARKED: by artist C.A.F.F. Gubbio :-:very good condi...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Maiolica

Pre-Columbian Etched Bronze Bowl with Llama Figures
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A bronze bowl to decorate your home Display cultural heritage and rustic charm in your home with this pre-Columbian inspired etched bronze bowl from Chile. Crafted with bronze, this ...
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2010s Chilean Rustic Decorative Objects

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Bronze

French Majolica Cache Pot Longchamp , circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica Cache Pot Longchamp , circa 1890. H / 8.5 inches , D / 8.5 inches.
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1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Antique 4 Gallon Brown Beehive Drip Glaze Stoneware Whiskey Jug Jar 16"
Located in Dayton, OH
Early 20th century four gallon stoneware whiskey jug. Beehive shape with handle at the top, finished in a dark brown drip glaze. Stenciled and etched with the number 4. Dimensions: ...
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Early 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Rustic Black Forest Walnut Wall Clock
Located in Queens, NY
Rustic Black Forest (19th Century) walnut wall clock with carved floral decoration and bird pediment with 5 shelves. (Not working)
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19th Century Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Walnut

Petite Chinese Sticky Rice Basket
Located in Chicago, IL
This woven basket from Guizhou province celebrates the beautiful simplicity of a hand-woven object. Expertly woven of thin bamboo strips, the little basket was originally used for pr...
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20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Bamboo

Majolica Vase Birds & Lilac Jerome Massier Fils circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica Vase Birds & Lilac signed Jerome Massier Fils circa 1900. H / 11.5 inches , diameter / 7 inches. The Massier are known for the quality of their unique enamels and paintings....
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Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica, Ceramic

French Majolica Fish Jardiniere Desvres Masse Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Majolica Fish jardiniere signed Desvres Masse circa 1890. ( North of France ) L / 14.5 inches L , H / 5.5 inches.
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1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of French Faience Wall Pocket Henriot Quimper
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of French Faience wall pocket signed Henriot Quimper HR , 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

Vintage Ceramic Art Pottery Hittite Bottle Ring Wine Decanter Jug Sculpture 19"
Located in Dayton, OH
20th century unglazed brown art pottery decanter jug / bottle / pitcher with conical base, faux stopper, and handcrafted wood grain / tree bark texture. DIMENSIONS 13.5" x 5" x 18....
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20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

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 center with a circular 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...
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19th Century Thai Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Rustic Ceramics by Marius Van Woerden for Vest Keramiek, 1960s
Located in Valencia, VC
Wabi-Sabi Style Vintage Ceramics by Marius Van Woerden, Vest Keramiek, 1960s A stunning set of three handmade ceramics by Dutch artist Marius Van Woerden, created in his studio Vest...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Stoneware

19th Century Majolica Palissy Leaf Wall Fish & Lobster Platter Alfred Renoleau
Located in Austin, TX
Large 19th century Majolica Palissy leaf wall fish & lobster platter Alfred Renoleau. Signed Polakowski & Cie, Roumazieres. Angouleme (France).
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1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Bent Handle Fisherman's Basket, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Basket making is an ancient and humble craft, but in the hands of a skilled weaver a simple willow basket can become a truly beautiful work of art. This bent handle basket was made i...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Bentwood, Willow

Antique Cabin Decor Antler Basket, Germany ca. 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A large rustic antler basket made of real fallow deer antlers mounted on a carved wooden centerpiece. The upper antlers are additionally connected by a ...
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Early 20th Century German Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Antler, Wood

Jean Juhlin (Am. B. 1931) Stoneware Signed Sculpture 1985
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Stoneware sculpture depicting a reclining Indian female figure. The barefoot woman attired in a shawl with an intricate pierced design. The female is in reclining position with her a...
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20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

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...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Majolica Duck Wall Pocket Delphin Massier, Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Majolica duck in flight wall pocket Delphin Massier, circa 1890. Height / 11.8 inches. Lenght / 15.5 inches. Depth / 6 inches.
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1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Mid Century Rustic Wicker or Rattan Plant Stand
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
Mid Century Wicker or Rattan Plant Stand. Elevate your home decor with this beautifully crafted piece perfect for adding a touch of rustic charm to any space. H: 30cm W: 52 cm
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Mid-20th Century British Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Rattan

French Faience Handled Server Platter HB Quimper Circa 1940
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century French Faience Shell Platter signed HB Quimper. In a shell shape decorated with whippets and a coat of arm from Brittany. 1860 to 1883 , first mark HB. 9.8 by 7.8 inches.
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1940s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Faience

Vintage Bronze Pot – Catalan Foundry in Olot, Spain, Circa 1985
Located in Barcelona, ES
Vintage Bronze Pot – Catalan Foundry in Olot, Spain, Circa 1985 Bring timeless craftsmanship into your home with this vintage bronze pot, made in a renowned Catalan foundry in Olot,...
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1980s Spanish Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

French Green Glazed Terracotta Pottery
Located in Winter Park, FL
A French earthenware confit pot with traditional green glaze and yellow interior. Old green painted repaired chips to rim. These ordinary earthenware vessels were once used daily in ...
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Mid-20th Century French Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Chinese Black Lacquer Milk Bucket
Located in Chicago, IL
Rustic and unusual, this provincial wooden container is shaped from a thin strip of tree bark, bent into a tapered form and finished with a thick layer of black lacquer. Likely once ...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Porcelain White & Black Cow Creamer Circa 1930
Located in Austin, TX
Porcelain white & black cow creamer circa 1930.
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1930s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

French Faience Handled Server Platter HB Quimper Circa 1940
Located in Austin, TX
French Faience Handled Server Platter HB Quimper Circa 1940.
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1940s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Faience

Chinese Black Lacquer Woven Basket, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Dated to the early 20th-century, this rustic basket is tightly woven of reeds or bamboo and coated in a putty-like mixture of lacquer and sawdust known as thayo. The thayo coating pr...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wire

Petite Chinese Sticky Rice Basket
Located in Chicago, IL
This woven basket from Guizhou province celebrates the beautiful simplicity of a hand-woven object. Expertly woven of thin bamboo strips, the little basket was originally used for pr...
Category

20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Bamboo

Rare Pair of French Majolica Grapes Wall Pockets, Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Pair of French Majolica grapes wall pockets Circa 1890. possibly Orchies.
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1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

19th century rustic trough
Located in Meulebeke, BE
A wooden trough from the 19th century with great patina on the wood is a special object that gives your interior a unique and authentic look. A wooden trough with lots of patina on t...
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19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Pair of Small French Majolica Cache Pots circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of Small French Majolica Cache Pots circa 1890. White flowers on a goldenrold background.
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1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

French Majolica Square Jardiniere with Flowers, Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica square jardiniere with flowers, Circa 1890.
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1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Large French Reticulated Vine Leaves Pottery Jardiniere
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Majolica Reticulated Vine Leaves Pottery Jardiniere circa 1900. 14.5 by 11 inches.
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Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Rustic Swedish 1890s Oval Two-Toned Wicker Basket with Large Handles
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish oval wicker basket from the late 19th century, with two large handles. Charming us with its rustic appearance and complimenting colors, this Sw...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wicker

Large Vintage Hand Hammered Copper Vessel
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Exceptional Hand crafted hammered copper vessel, probably made for American moonshine era Producer. The large copper vessels were used for stora...
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1960s North American Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Copper

Rustic Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Woven Rattan Round Grain Basket
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty antique rattan round grain basket from the 19th century, with nice patina. Created in China during the 19h century, this grain basket features a thin lip sitting above a brown woven rattan body. With its rustic appeal and simple lines, this 19th century Chinese grain basket...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Rattan

Rare French Majolica Parrot Wall Pocket Choisy Le Roi, Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Rare French Majolica Parrot cockatoo Wall Pocket Choisy Le Roi, Circa 1890. Extremely rare green colors.
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1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

18th Century French Hand Carved and Painted Wood Statue
Located in Dallas, TX
18th century French hand carved and painted wood statue still shows vestiges of its original painted finish. Depicting a nun reading a bible, the n...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Oak, Paint

19th c. French Anduze Jardiniere Vase signed André Caulet 1860, Montpellier
Located in Wichita, KS
A large French Anduze jardiniere urn signed by André Caulet 1860, Montpellier. Marked with a crest in cartouche. This vase has a beautiful worn glaze of brown, green, and ochre wit...
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19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

French Majolica Terracotta Rabbit Bavent Circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Small French Majolica Terracotta Rabbit Bavent Circa 1900.
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Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Majolica Palissy Snake Vase Thomas Sergent, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
Small Palissy trunk vase with a colored snake around the vase attributed to the School of Paris, circa 1880. The School of Paris was composed by makers as Victor Barbizet, Francois ...
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1880s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Majolica

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 s...
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18th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Limestone

Large Majolica Pate Tureen Caugant Circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Large Majolica Pate Tureen signed Caugant Circa 1950.
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1950s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Green Painted Wooden Swan with Carved Curved Neck
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage carved wooden swan distinguished by its gracefully curved neck and stylized form. The bird’s elongated body and arched neck are rendered with sculptural simplicity, giving ...
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Mid-20th Century Thai Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Austrian Majolica Gooseberries Basket, circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
Austrian majolica gooseberries basket, circa 1920.
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1920s Austrian Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

19th Century American Wood Tray
Located in Chicago, IL
A fantastic 19th century American carved walnut tray with sloped sides, and a wonderful patina only one hundred years of age can bestow. Perfect for use on your dining table, holding...
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19th Century American Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Walnut

Majolica Fish Jardiniere George Dreyfus Fontainebleau, Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica fish jardiniere signed George Dreyfus Fontainebleau circa 1890.
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1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Black Forest Wood Carving Hunter Sculpture 1952
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique Black Forest Wood Carving Sculpture – Jägermeister Hunter 1952 Unique hunting scene with hunter, rifle, and real deer antlers. This beautiful hand-carved Black Forest sculpt...
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Mid-20th Century German Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

19th Century Spanish Pottery
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 19th-century Spanish pottery jar is a beautiful example of rustic Mediterranean craftsmanship. Handcrafted from terracotta, the jar features a warm ochre glaze on the upper port...
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19th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

French 19th Century Terracotta Olive Oil Jar
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A French terracotta olive oil jar from the 19th century, with wonderful glazes of vibrant orange and detailed cream and black decorations of fluid lines and surrounding foliate desig...
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19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

1960 Narragansett Special Sterling Silver Horseshoe Horse Racing Trophy Tray
Located in Dayton, OH
Rare 1960s sterling silver 925 (204.3 g) commemorative horse shoe tray or ashtray, made by Bogaert's of Lexington. Reinzi, age 5, was the winner and earned 1st place on Oct 29, 1960 ...
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1960s Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

18th Century English Hand Forged Iron Candleholder
Located in Buisson, FR
Very pure and beautiful hand forged iron candleholder, England, circa 1700-1800. Despite of its age in a very good condition. Candleholder can be adjusted in height.
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18th Century English Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

2 Antique AP Donaghho Salt Glaze Cobalt Stoneware Crocks Canning Jars 11"
Located in Dayton, OH
Two mid to late 19th century salt glazed stoneware crocks / canning jars by A.P. Donaghho, Parkersburg, W. Va. Dimensions: 7” x 10.5” (Diameter x Height)
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Late 19th Century Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Pair of French Majolica Flowers Vases & Snails Choisy Le Roi, Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of French Majolica Flowers Vases With Snails Choisy Le Roi, Circa 1890.
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1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Large French Pottery Majolica Pheasant Tureen circa 1930
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Pottery Majolica Pheasant Tureen circa 1930.
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1930s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica, Pottery

Sculptural Hand-Carved Wood Horse Head Equestrian Decor 1950's
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
1950s Vintage Hand-Carved Wood Horse Head Sculpture This stunning sculpture features a hand-carved horse head crafted from a single piece of wood, showcasing exceptional craftsmanshi...
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Mid-20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

French Majolica Dish Leaf, Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica dish reticulated leaf, Circa 1890.
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1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 2 Large Aged Terracotta Water Jars – Ethnic Java Style
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Set of 2 large, smoothly aged terracotta water jars in traditional ethnic Java style. These ancient vessels from Indonesia were originally used to store foodstuffs or drinking water....
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay, Terracotta

Antique Wooden Barrel Washing Machine With Wringer
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Amazing barrel washing machine, manual crank laundry with clothes wringer made of solid wood and metal, original from the 1890’s. It will enhance any home décor especially laundry ro...
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19th Century American Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Antique Hammacher Schlemmer & Co NY Solid Oak Toolbox
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Solid Oak Wood Hinged Toolbox Carry Handle Brass label. Hammacher Schlemmer NY patina present unrestored original vintage condition 7 h x 15 w x 9 d See all images provided.
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Early 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Oak

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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