Majolica French Ceramic Cow Tureen Caugant
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica cow tureen circa 1940 signed Caugant.
1940s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Ceramic, 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.
Majolica French Ceramic Cow Tureen Caugant
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica cow tureen circa 1940 signed Caugant.
Ceramic, Faience
Small Pair of French Majolica Cache Pot , circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Small pair of French Majolica Cache pot, circa 1890. Decorated with leaves.
Ceramic, Faience
French Pottery Majolica Rabbit Pâté Tureen circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Pottery Majolica Rabbit Pate Tureen circa 1950.
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica, Pottery
French Majolica Triple Wheat Vase Saint Amand, circa 1890
By Saint Amand
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica Triple Wheat Vase signed Saint Amand, circa 1890.
Ceramic
Hand-carved Hungarian dough bowl, circa 1900
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Hand-carved Hungarian dough bowl, circa 1900. This authentic bowl is crafted from solid fruitwood and has a warm, weathered appearance. Perfect as a decorative piece or as a generous...
Fruitwood
19th century hand painted Scandinavian oval strong box
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century hand painted Scandinavian oval strong box circa 1850. Good quality piece of rustic Swedish craft work, which still functions as a practical storage solution for today. ...
Metal
French Woven Wicker Garden Trug
Located in Chicago, IL
This charming 20th-century French hand-woven wicker garden trug exudes rustic elegance and practicality. Designed with two sections divided by a sturdy handle in the center, this tru...
Wicker
American Country Wooden Duck
Located in Queens, NY
American Country (19/20th Cent) painted wood figure of duck decoy
Paint
Pair of Small French Majolica Cache Pots circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of Small French Majolica Cache Pots circa 1890. Flower on a sand background.
Ceramic
19th Century French Majolica Asparagus Tureen
By Orchies
Located in Austin, TX
Rare French Majolica asparagus tureen circa 1890. Platter & tureen.
Ceramic
Rare Rustic wabi sabi style vase in solid wood, France 1800s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1800 / vase / wood / Rustic / Antique Handmade French solid wooden vase from the late 18th or early 19th century. This decorative antique piece was crafted from warm dark b...
Wood
17th Century Italian Marble mortar
Located in Diest, BE
This exquisite antique Italian marble mortar dates from the late 17th century, a period celebrated for its masterful craftsmanship and timeless design. Carved from solid marble, the ...
Marble
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....
Majolica, Ceramic
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 ...
Pine
$2,800
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,...
Marble
Extraordinary Yellow Blown Glass Vase - Early 20th Century
Located in Barcelona, ES
Elevate your decor with the exquisite beauty of this extraordinary yellow blown glass vase from the early 20th century. Crafted by an unknown manufacturer in Spain circa 1930, this v...
Glass
19th century Swedish pine dough bin
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century Swedish pine dough bin circa 1880. Good quality example of a dough bin from Sweden. Shaped sides with carrying handles on each end. Fitted with metal straps on each c...
Pine
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...
Metal
English 19th Century Hand-Carved Wood Bowl
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This is an English 19th century hand-carved wood bowl that has been loved and used, developing a beautiful patina that begs to be displayed on a table or counter, elevating the bowl ...
Metal
Mid-20th Century Chinese Woven Reed Basket
Located in Chicago, IL
A mid-20th century Chinese woven reed gathering basket with a thick bentwood handle attached to a thick heavy band with woven reed lacing.
Reed
American Country Wicker and Twig Basket
Located in Queens, NY
American Country light natural wicker round small basket with a twig centered handle
19th Century Austrian Majolica Stove Smoker Set
Located in Austin, TX
19th century fine Austrian Majolica smoking set match striker harvest theme with a willow baskets, fruits and pitcher.
Ceramic
Rare 19th Century Majolica Catchall or Dish Wasmuel
Located in Austin, TX
Rare 19th Century Majolica Catchall or vide poches dish Wasmuel. 5.8 by 5.8 inches.
Ceramic, Faience
White Majolica Pate Tureen Digoin Sarreguemines Circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
White Majolica Pate Tureen Digoin Sarreguemines Circa 1950.
Ceramic
19th Century Majolica Jardinière Flower and Snail Wasmuel
Located in Austin, TX
Unusual 19th century planter or cachepot jardinière flower and snail Wasmuel.
Ceramic, Faience
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...
Bentwood, Willow
Chinese Diamond Stone Farm Trough, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This large stone basin was carved by hand nearly two centuries ago, sculpted from solid limestone with irregular texture and an asymmetrical diamond shape. A pattern of chiseled groo...
Stone
Rough American Red Jasper Display Specimen - 783 Grams - Late 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Rough American Jasper display specimen - featuring an attractive and consistent rich red color with a single diagonal vein of quartz - known as a stone of protection and balance for ...
Stone
Rustic Folk Art Horse and Ox from Nativity Scene
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 19th century Guatemalan carved wooden nativity animals, depicting a recumbent horse and ox. Both figures retain traces of their original polychrome - the horse in mottled cre...
Wood
Rustic English Vineyard Basket – Wicker Storage or Oversized Planter
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This large vintage English wicker harvest basket was originally used for collecting grapes or champagne bottles during the wine harvest season. Its rich patina, charming age marks, a...
Wicker
$2,850 / set
Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Planters - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stunning pair of vintage glazed ceramic planters channels the timeless beauty of Boho and mid-century design, making them an exquisite addition to any space. Their oversized sil...
Ceramic
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...
Bamboo
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
$80Sale Price / set|20% Off
Rustic Resin Bunny Rabbit Sculptures in Vintage Chocolate Mold Design
Located in Charleston, SC
For your consideration we have a pair of decorative rabbit figures made of resin with an antiqued, silver-like finish. They are designed to look like vintage chocolate molds. These figures are often used as decorative items for shelves, mantles, or as part of a seasonal display, particularly around Easter. They are intended for home decoration and not for use as actual chocolate molds. These resin rabbit figures are reproductions of vintage tin molds...
Resin
Large Mid-Century French Rattan Waste bin or Basket
Located in Austin, TX
Mid-Century French Rattan Waste bin ,basket or cache pot. H / 12.8 inches, D / 15.3 inches.
Rattan, Wood
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
19th Century Majolica Goat Tobacco Jar Onnaing
By Onnaing
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica tobacco jar signed Onnaing, circa 1890. Decorated with a goat and wheat and leaves.
Majolica, Ceramic
Provincial Chinese Grain Container, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This hand-crafted wooden bucket was once used by farmers in Shandong, China to transport their harvest of grains and other crops over long distances. Counterbalanced by a second cont...
Wood
Ancient Rustic Cart Wheel Mounted on Black Lacquer Base
Located in Yonkers, NY
An ancient Indian cart wheel mounted on custom black lacquered base with dark brown patina. Unveil a fragment of history with this ancient Indian cart wheel, presented on a custom black lacquered base that adds a contemporary edge to its timeless charm. This artifact boasts a diameter that whispers tales of its past, accentuated by a dark brown patina that speaks to its age and authenticity. Resting on an 8" x 9.25" base, the wheel is characterized by its rustic allure and a richly weathered appearance, imbued with character that only centuries can bestow. The wheel's small stature allows it to serve as a sophisticated and unobtrusive decorative element in any home, harmonizing with diverse interior styles. Imagine this unique piece adorning a minimalist living space, where its intricate history provides a warm contrast to modern aesthetics, or nestled within a richly layered, eclectic room, echoing an appreciation for global artifacts. This ancient wheel...
Metal
Small French Majolica Reticulated Jardiniere Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Small French Majolica Reticulated handled Jardiniere Circa 1890. Leaves and berries. W / 8 by 4.8 inches. H / 3.4 inches.
Faience, Pottery
Swedish 19th century green painted shaped strong box
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Swedish 19th century green painted shaped strong box circa 1850. An example of the traditional Swedish shaped strong box with domed lid. This example has been painted in a vivid gr...
Pine
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
Small French Majolica Cache Pot Onnaing, circa 1890
By Onnaing
Located in Austin, TX
Small French Majolica cache pot Onnaing, circa 1890. Geometrical pattern.
Ceramic, Faience
Square Majolica Wire Rose Basket Salins circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Square Majolica Wire Rose Basket Salins circa 1890
Metal
Rustic Continental House-Shaped Music Box
Located in Queens, NY
Rustic Continental (19/20th Century) house-shaped wood music box on a base
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...
Bamboo
19th Century Spanish Pottery (Full set of 23 Available)
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 19th-century Spanish terracotta jar is a remarkable example of rustic craftsmanship, featuring an understated elegance with its earthy tone...
Terracotta
Vintage American Concrete Reclining Deer Sculpture with Iron Antlers and Patina
Located in Atlanta, GA
A vintage American concrete deer sculpture with iron antlers and weathered patina. Born during the first half of the 20th century, this deer sculpture ch...
Concrete, Iron
Portuguese Pottery Vessel with Triple Neck
Located in Troy, MI
New Portuguese rustic ceramic vase features a wide, curved base with a triple neck and two pierced openings. Unknown maker. Interesting, sculptural p...
Ceramic
$780Sale Price|20% Off
19th Century Cast Iron Cauldron or Kettle, Continental circa 1830
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
The seamed body of bellied form encircled by two bands of raised mouldings, rising to a flaring rim and retaining its original swing handle, the underside showing casting / foundry m...
Iron
Steel and Wood Assemblage - Industrial sculpture - Jim Rose
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
Assemblage No.02 is a captivating statement piece. Heavy, Rough and impenetrable, this sculpture is a testament to Jim Rose's work. Meticulously crafted, artist Jim Rose was a master...
Steel
Large Majolica Pate Tureen Caugant Circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Large Majolica Pate Tureen signed Caugant Circa 1950.
Ceramic
Rustic Continental Style House Shaped Music Box
Located in Queens, NY
Rustic Continental-style (19/20th Century) cabin house-shaped wood music box
French Faience Pate Tureen with Rabbits, Circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
French Faience pate tureen with rabbits Circa 1920.
Ceramic
19th century Swedish painted pine metal bound dome top box
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Small 19th century Swedish painted pine metal bound dome top box circa 1870. Original painted dome top chest of small proportions. Superb opportunity to own a decorative piece to s...
Metal
Vintage Boho Shanghai Weave Duck Basket
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Discover the charming artistry of this vintage Boho Shanghai Weave Duck Basket, a delightful piece that blends whimsical design with expert hand-craftsmanship. Fashioned from intrica...
Rattan, Reed
Vintage American Pottery Pair of Terracotta Vases
Located in Downingtown, PA
American Pottery Pair of Terracotta Vases Late 20th Century A striking pair of large terracotta vases, each with a robust bulbous body rising from a slightly flared foot to a double...
Stoneware
Swedish rustic 19th Century pine woven basket
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Swedish rustic 19th Century pine woven basket circa 1890. Here we have a traditional basket using cross woven strops of pine, with solid pine outer strips and rim. Ideal for use as...
Pine
$120Sale Price|20% Off
Late 19th Century Woven American Basket
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Late 19th century woven double shape basket, American. Superbly made. Note the exceptional woven design around the handle drops. 3.25" h. to basket top rim. 5.5" dia., 5" h. over han...
Reed
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....
Ceramic