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
Pair of 19th C. Hand-Carved Wood Fragments from India
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of 19th century Hindu temple fragments. This pair of antique fragments were elements of a section of hand-carved wood frieze, within a...
Category
19th Century Indian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
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...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Small Terracotta Pignata Pot
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Small Terracotta Pignata Pot
The Small Terracotta Pignata Pot is a hand-thrown ceramic piece dating back to the early 1900s, crafted in the charming towns of Cutrofiano and Lucugnan...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Terracotta Majolica Snail Bavent Normandy
By Bavent
Located in Austin, TX
Terracotta Majolica Snail Bavent Normandy circa 1900.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
French Majolica Pumpkin Jardiniere Onnaing, circa 1890
By Onnaing
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica pumpkin jardiniere signed Onnaing, circa 1890, a reticulated planter with pumpkin flowers signed Onnaing 407.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
20th Century Swedish Box
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 20th-century Swedish box is a charming piece of craftsmanship, blending functionality with rustic elegance. The exterior is decorated with a textured, hand-carved geometric patt...
Category
20th Century Swedish Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Pine
A Pair Vintage Black Forest Candle Holders with Wooden Base and Spout ca. 1930
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A Pair Vintage Black Forest Candle Holders with Wooden Base and Spout, Germany ca. 1930s
A pair of Black Forest candle holders with wooden turned base and spouts. Each made with an ...
Category
Early 20th Century German Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Antler, Wood
Early 20th Century Gathering Basket
Located in Chicago, IL
Early 20th century oak splint gathering basket with a large wood handle and plenty of room for holding berries, vegetables, or any myriad of floral. Today it's perfect for hanging on...
Category
Early 20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Oak
19th Century Buddha Box Stand Table
Located in New York, NY
This stunning rustic Buddha box stand table is a late 19th century offering box. Significant Triangular shape box stand table set on legs carved as Naga's a...
Category
1890s Thai Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
West Country Pancheon, 1920s Terracotta Dairy Bowl
Located in London, England
Wondrous West Country / Cornish terracotta dairy bowl / pancheon.
Gloriously hand decorated. Also one of the largest and most intact we’ve handled.
British 1920s
D 50cm x H 20cm
Category
Early 20th Century British Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Italian 19th Century Big Scale Hand Carved Table Top Wood Lion Sculpture
Located in Firenze, IT
This 19th century big scale Italian animalier sculpure features a lion striding forward on a root-wood base, snarling with open mouth and expressive eyes enlivening its rippling mane with an extremely realistic sense of motion. The wooden statue, wonderful as a table top, is entirely hand carved in the round in a single block of solid olive wood, sign of high quality and sculptural artisanal mastery. An original whimsical and impressive centerpiece clearly sculpted by a true artist who carved the block of wood creating this figure of the proudest feline boasting a detailed study of the lion's anatomy.The features on the face, mane, muscles, tail and the paws are still distinctive and full of character as well as the beautifully carved stand. This sculpture boasts smooth surface and a warm patina developed over centuries and exudes wonderful quality and timelessness of the ancient world. The rich original patina brings further intrigue to its intricately carved details.
This hand carved wooden lion statue is a great looking antique centrepiece...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Vintage Wood Candle Holder – Spain, Circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Vintage Wood Candle Holder – Spain, Circa 1960
Description:
This beautifully crafted wood candle holder, dating from circa 1960, is a stunning example of mid-century Spanish craftsm...
Category
1960s Spanish Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Great Antique Black Forest Plaster Deer Head ca. 1900s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Great Antique Black Forest Plaster Deer Head ca. 1900s
Item e6952
A lovely wooden Black Forest deer head made of plaster and wood. Handmade in folk a...
Category
Early 20th Century German Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Horn, Wood, Plaster
Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Planters - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Add a touch of rustic sophistication to your space with this pair of Vintage Boho Glazed Terracotta Planters, where timeless craftsmanship meets earthy elegance. Handcrafted from pre...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century Majolica Palissy Jardiniere Thomas Sergent
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century Majolica Palissy Jardiniere signed Thomas Sergent.
Decorated with a frog, a fish, a lizard, shells and plants.
Category
1880s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Large Antique French Terracotta Tian Bowl, Rustic Provincial Earthenware
Located in London, GB
A timeless example of French country craftsmanship, this large antique French terracotta Tian bowl is a beautifully aged earthenware piece with a rich history. Originally used in Fre...
Category
1920s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
Qing Dynasty Period 19th Century Pear-Shaped Wooden Grain Basket
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Chinese Qing Dynasty period handmade pear shaped wooden grain basket from the 19th century, with varnished finish and iron hardware. Created in China during the Qing Dynas...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
Handcarved Tramp Art Photo Frame Rustic Style, Austria circa 1900
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Beautiful, extraordinary designed Tramp Art photo frame from the very early 20th century in Austria. Elaborately made out basswood around 1900, t...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Softwood
19th Century Majolica Bird Cache Pot Wasmuel
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century Majolica planter or cachepot jardinière bird Wasmuel.
Category
1890s Belgian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Early 19th century Swedish carved oak lidded box
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 19th century Swedish carved oak lidded box circa 1800.
Interesting find from one of our buying trips, naive carved/turned box made from solid oak. Still functional as an every...
Category
Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Oak
Nature & Animals Posing in Still Life Art, European & Italian Coffee Table Book
Located in New York, NY
Nature Posing the Grand Season of Still Life of Europe and Italy; A large (grand) coffee table or library book, 1977, Milano, Italy. Translation of Title in Italian: Natura In Posa, ...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Paper
Late 19th Century Two Handled Antique Portuguese Stoneware Jug
Located in CA, CA
A double handled antique Portuguese stoneware jug. Late 19th century. The jug has one flattened side for it to be stored on its laying down. Jugs such as these were used throughout I...
Category
19th Century Portuguese Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Concrete, Iron
Early 20th Century Vintage Glass Vase
Located in Barcelona, ES
20th century vintage glass vase. Made by unknown manufacturer in Mallorca, Spain, circa 1930. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a b...
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
20th Century Handcrafted Turkish Tapered Vessel
Located in London, GB
This 20th century Turkish tapered storage pot is a striking example of handcrafted Mediterranean pottery, originally used for storing foodstuffs ...
Category
1940s Turkish Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay
Chinese Floral Papier-Mâché Box
Located in Chicago, IL
Formed around a simple wooden frame, this papier-mâché storage box is a charming example of Chinese folk art. Crafted with old newspapers and dyed rice paper, the box would have been...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Paper
Spanish 19th Century Hand Forged Iron Bird Fragment
Located in Buisson, FR
Great hand forged iron bird ornament. Was once part of a larger item.
Weathered. Spain circa 1850
Measurements include the wooden base.
Category
19th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
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 raised center with a 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...
Category
19th Century Thai Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Vintage Woven Rattan Carrying Basket with Large Tripartite Handle
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage woven rattan carrying basket from the mid-20th century, with large handle. This mid-century vintage carrying basket, skillfully crafted from...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Rattan, Wood
19th Century Austrian Majolica Pumpkin & Corn Tureen
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century Austrian Majolica Pumpkin & Corn Tureen.
Category
1890s Austrian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Large Majolica Pate Tureen Caugant Circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Large Majolica Pate Tureen signed Caugant Circa 1950.
Category
1950s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Small French Majolica Cache Pot Onnaing, circa 1890
By Onnaing
Located in Austin, TX
Small French Majolica cache pot Onnaing, circa 1890.
Decorated with leaves.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
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 ...
Category
Early 18th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Limestone
Antique Hand Woven Rustic Karagumoy Filipino Two Toned Grain Basket
Located in Yonkers, NY
A hand woven karagumoy Filipino basket from the 19th century, with checkered two-toned structure, side opening and rustic character. Created in the Phi...
Category
19th Century Philippine Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Natural Fiber, Wood
Chinese Half Moon Stone Trough, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Once used on a provincial Chinese farm to hold water or animal feed, this early 19th-century stone trough is celebrated today for its organic form and rustic authenticity. Hand-chise...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Limestone
Rustic Elm Wooden Large Mortar Bowl Hand Carved from One Piece of Tree Trunk
Located in London, GB
A very characterful late 19th century, Rustic hand carved large wooden Chinese Elm mortar or bowl used for pounding grain. Oversized and wonderful, decorative piece that would look i...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Elm
Yellow Glass Candle Holder, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Yellow glass candle holder, circa 1960. By Unknown manufacturer. Spain. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. Materials...
Category
1960s Spanish Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Minimal Textured Organic Rustic Bud Vase for Home Decor
By Maria Loram
Located in Pasadena, CA
This hand-thrown ceramic bud vase resembles a weathered stone, with its porous texture and subtle earthy hues. The naturalistic design brings a grounding element to modern rustic or ...
Category
2010s American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Clay
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.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ancient Cart Wheel Mounted on Black Lacquer Base with Rustic Character
Located in Yonkers, NY
An ancient Indian cart wheel mounted on custom black lacquered base, with brown patina. This ancient Indian cart wheel, mounted on a custom black lacquered base, is a stunning artifa...
Category
19th Century Indian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Marvelous 19th Century Indian Marble Platter
Located in Chicago, IL
A marvelous 19th century Indian carved orange marble platter with a short handle, and a beautiful black vein, and a well-worn finish. Perfect on an ottoman, or on your kitchen island!
Category
19th Century Indian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble
Tangerine Orange Whimsical Handmade Striped Ceramic Bowl
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A colorful bowl for your mantle
This handcrafted ceramic bowl is rustically European with whimsical details like colorful beads and cotton thread. Its rustic pinkish orange and white tones bring a touch of charm to home decor, whether placed atop a coffee table or bookcase.
Minor variations and irregularities may be present, as every piece is made by hand. Photographs are as accurate as possible, but colors may vary slightly from one screen...
Category
2010s Portuguese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Chinese Coil Pickling Pot
Located in Chicago, IL
Originally used for pickling foods, this mid-20th century ceramic jar is coated inside and out with a dark glaze. Subtle ridges suggest that the bowl was fashioned by coiling flatten...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
20th century carved mango wood novelty dinner gong
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
20th century carved mango wood novelty dinner gong circa 1928.
Here we present a novelty dinner gong made from mango wood, which was retailed by henry howell & co ltd. Having made ...
Category
Early 20th Century English Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Fruitwood
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...
Category
19th Century American Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Walnut
Large Antique European Terracotta Amphora, Twin-Handled Vessel, C. 1900
Located in Stockholm, SE
European terracotta amphora, early 20th century, featuring classic twin-handled design and traditional Mediterranean craftsmanship. This large-scale antique vessel showcases masterfu...
Category
Early 20th Century European Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware, Terracotta
Rustic Ceramic Candle Holder, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Rustic ceramic candle holder, circa 1960 By Unknown manufacturer. Spain. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. Mater...
Category
1960s Spanish Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Large 19th Century Copper Stock Pot or Cauldron
Located in Winter Park, FL
A large 19th century French hammered copper stock pot with tight fitting riveted handled lid. Hand-wrought iron loop to hang the pot over a fire. Beautiful w...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Copper
Large Faience Soup Tureen Delft, circa 1930
By Delft
Located in Austin, TX
Faience Soup Tureen Delft, circa 1930.
Chinoiserie scene on the platter , handle with fish and lobster.
Platter 17.5 by 13.3 inches.
Height / 11.5 inches.
Category
1930s Dutch Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Faience
Two Spanish Terracotta Olive Jars or Vessels
Located in Barcelona, ES
Handmade terracotta preserving pot or jar with handles from Segovia, Spain, 1930s
Two traditional Spanish ceramic 'orza'. Unglazed exterior with handles at both sides and green and ...
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Terracotta, Earthenware
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Concrete, Iron
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...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Willow
Small French Majolica Cache Pot Onnaing, circa 1890
By Onnaing
Located in Austin, TX
Small French Majolica cache pot attributed to Onnaing, circa 1890.
Decorated with butterfly,insect and leaves.
Measure : H / 2.7".
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Faux Kudu African Antler Horn Sculpture on Stand Taxidermy Lodge Decor 30"
Located in Dayton, OH
Faux Kudu horn over plinth base. Features realistic patina and modern styling.
Dimensions:
6.5" x 6.5" x 29.75"h
Category
Late 20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Composition
Small 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...
Category
Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
1940s Distressed Molcajete Rustic Mexican Stone Bowl
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Rustic Vintage Kitchen Molcajete Mexican Stone Bowl
Chef's grinding dish
Preowned original unrestored distressed condition.
Hole in center.
2.75 h x 7.75...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone
Wooden and wrought iron water, grain bucket 1860
Located in Meulebeke, BE
A nice wooden and wrought iron water, grain bucket, fabulous patina on the wood, circa 1860. with handles is on both sides and a raised hand center carrier, triple banded iron slats ...
Category
1860s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wrought Iron
19th Century Large French Faience Cachepot Fourmaintraux Desvres
By Desvres
Located in Austin, TX
19th century large French Faience Cachepot Fourmaintraux Desvres
Fourmaintraux in Desvres ( North of France )
Decor inspired by Rouen manufa...
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Faience
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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