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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 the 1903 Thomas Lee Adirondack chair.

Rustic design is perhaps mostly about texture and humble materials: hand-hewn 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 furniture helps bring the beauty of the outdoors inside. As you can see on 1stDibs, rustic wares offer no end of inspiration.

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Style: Rustic
Striped Whimsical Handmade Ceramic Jug in Black and White with Fabric and Beads
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A handmade jug for coffee or punch This Striped Handmade Ceramic Jug is the perfect statement piece for any kitchen or dining room. Crafted with traditional and contemporary techniques, it is handmade from black and white striped ceramic with a whimsical rustic look. The jug is ideal for holding coffee, punch, or any other beverage and is designed for both functional and decorative display. 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...
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2010s Portuguese Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

French Early 19th Century Terracotta Olive Oil Jar
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A French terracotta olive oil jar from the early 19th century, with wonderful glazes of vibrant orange and energetic black splashes that surround the entire piece. Hand-crafted in Fr...
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19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

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Terracotta

19th Century French Cast Iron Mortar with Pestle
Located in High Point, NC
With its solid proportions and sculptural form, this antique cast iron mortar and pestle is a one of a kind find. Made in France in the 1800s, this piece would have been an integral ...
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19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

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Iron

19th Century Majolica Bird & Flowers Platter
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century Continental Majolica Bird & Flowers Platter. 14 inches by 9.3 inches.
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Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

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...
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18th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

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Wood

Mid-19th Century Swedish Painted Pine Shaped Box
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Rustic tine pine work box of large proportions, circa 1850. Shaped and metal bound edges and hinges. Original handles and paint. Hinges have broken, which could be fixed but pr...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

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Pine

Persian Ceramic Rooster Sculptures, Pair
Located in New York, NY
Pair of of Persian ceramic pottery sculptures depicting standing roosters, each polychrome glazed with Arabic writing to base. Old repair to one tail and some chips to glaze. Dimens...
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Mid-20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Decorative Charger, Indian, Brass, Dished Plate, Engraved, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique decorative charger. An Indian, brass decagon dished plate with fine engraved detail, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880. Fascinating foliate form wit...
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1880s Indian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

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Brass

Italian Ceramic Flower or Plant Holder Planter Cachepot with Fruit & Vine Design
Located in New York, NY
An Italian white glazed ceramic terracotta flower or plant pot holder planter cachepot with fruit and vine design, Rustic European, circa late-20th century, Firenze (Florence), Italy...
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Late 20th Century Italian Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Terracotta

Chinese Lobed Pantry Vessel, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Charged with the humble task of storing dry goods, this small earthenware jar was hand-shaped in the early 20th century with balanced proportions and a beautifully irregular unglazed...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Festa Whimsical Handmade Ceramic Vase in Blue, Teal, Pink from Portugal
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A colorful bowl for your coffee table This Festa Handmade Ceramic Bowl is a beautiful home accent piece. Crafted from ceramic, its teal and blue striped design gives it a rustic and whimsical look that is perfect for any living room or bedroom. The unique, handmade construction gives it a one-of-a-kind charm that will add a touch of character to your home. 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 to another. Founded in 2013 in Lisbon, this artisan studio is an atelier where reality and fantasy meet, drawing and painting interface, and no two pieces are alike. Anchored in the belief that error is an advantage in the path towards individualization, the slow living workspace promotes small scale quality production, supported by an ecological design, aware of the authentic, lasting beauty of each object produced 7" x 5" White and teal blue stoneware bowl...
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2010s Portuguese Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Woven Rattan Baskets on Legs with Greek Key Motifs, Four Pieces Sold Each
Located in Yonkers, NY
Old woven rattan rustic Chinese baskets on wooden legs, with Greek key friezes. Imbued with rustic charm and historic elegance, these vintage Chinese baskets are charming artifacts f...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects

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Rattan

Pair of Partly Patinated Wooden Columns, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Patinated; Wood; Columns; Pedestal; 19th Century; Rustic; Hallway; Foyer; Entry; These partly patinated wooden columns date from the 19th century. They have a rustic feel and wou...
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19th Century Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Chinese 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 ...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Bamboo

Terra Whimsical Handmade Ceramic Jug in Sienna and White w/ Fabric and Beads
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A handmade jug to display in your home For a rustic, natural touch of European flair, check out this Terra Handmade Ceramic Jug! Brown, white, and ador...
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2010s Portuguese Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Andrianna Shamaris Wabi Sabi Teak Wood Vessel
Located in New York, NY
Century old teak wood hand carved into this stunningly beautiful vessel from a single block of wood. Originally used to store rice in Sumatra. We sanded it down with a wire brush rev...
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1920s Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

White Iron Candlestick Wall Scones Pair
Located in Malibu, CA
Whimisical oversized candle sconces, a pair featuring curlicues, leaves & twisted iron. Scalloped candle cups. Refinished in multi shades of whites. Beautiful and unique, this iron w...
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20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wrought Iron

Hand-Hewn Fruitwood Trog or Dough Bowl
Located in Baltimore, MD
Our European antique wooden dough bowls or trogs were hand-hewn from whole split logs. They feature remarkable handiwork and a beautiful patina, especially when viewed from the under...
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Fruitwood

Chinese Antique Grain Baskets, Sold Each
Located in Yonkers, NY
Two willow grain baskets with wooden handles and rustic character. Embrace the rustic charm and rich history with these two Chinese antique willow grain baskets, which are the epitom...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

18th Century Handcrafted Spanish Copper Jug / Pitcher / Container 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...
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18th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper

Pair of French Majolica Flowers Wall Pockets Choisy Le Roi, Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of French Majolica Flowers Wall Pockets Choisy Le Roi, Circa 1890. Lilac and roses.
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1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Black Clay Vessel, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Sculpted during the early 20th century in China's Shanxi province, this vessel has a smoky grey-black exterior with a beautifully irregular unglazed surface. Charged with the humble ...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Butchery Decoration of a Pottery Ox
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Butchery Decoration of a Pottery Ox A large statue of an ox made of painted pottery. It was used as shop window decoration in a German butchery. The statue was manufactured ...
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Mid-20th Century German Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay

Antique handmade wooden trough or bowl Wabi Sabi, 19th Century
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Antique handmade wooden trough or bowl, 19th century. This is a rare antique handmade wooden trough or bowl, which can be used for decoration or as a (fruit) bowl or magazine holder...
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19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Hand-Hewn Fruitwood Trog or Dough Bowl
Located in Baltimore, MD
Our European antique wooden dough bowls or trogs were hand-hewn from whole split logs. They feature remarkable handiwork and a beautiful patina, especially when viewed from the under...
Category

Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Fruitwood

Handmade Wooden Dough Bowl, Early 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Beautiful hand carved Hungarian dough bowl, circa 1920s. Made of fruitwood.
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Fruitwood

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...
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Early 19th Century European Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

19th Century Copper Pot
Located in New Orleans, LA
Large heavily patinated copper kettle with handle. Could be used as a vessel for a large flower arrangement or as a receptacle for wood next ...
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19th Century Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper

Hand-Hewn Fruitwood Trog or Dough Bowl
Located in Baltimore, MD
Our European antique wooden dough bowls or trogs were hand-hewn from whole split logs. They feature remarkable handiwork and a beautiful patina, especially when viewed from the under...
Category

Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Fruitwood

Vintage Cast Iron Scissors
Located in Dallas, TX
This piece is a part of Brendan Bass’s one-of-a-kind collection, Le Monde. French for “The World”, the Le Monde collection is made up of rare and hard to find pieces curated by Brend...
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20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

17th-18th Century Spanish Hand Forged Iron Candleholder
Located in Buisson, FR
Very old wrought iron candleholder. Unique piece, Spain, circa 1650-1750.
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17th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

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...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Elm

19th Century Gilt Rustic Tramp Art Photo Frame, Austria, circa 1870
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Unusual gilt Tramp Art photo frame from the period in Austria around 1870. Elaborately hand carved out of bass this antique rustic photo frame im...
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Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Blown Glass, Softwood

2 Interlude Green Glass Terra Wrapped Demijohn Floor Vases Vessels Spain
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of Spanish Interlude green glass floor vases / vessels / jugs / bottles with rattan wrapped necks. Made in Spain. DIMENSIONS Large - 12” x 23” / Medium - 11” x 16.75” (Diame...
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Late 20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Rattan

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 ...
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Early 20th Century German Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Antler, Wood

French Pottery Majolica Rabbit Pâté Tureen circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Pottery Majolica Rabbit Pate Tureen circa 1950.
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1950s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica, Pottery

Brazilian Hand Engraved Crystal Cubes
Located in Boston, MA
Floral and fauna motifs. One of a kind.
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2010s Brazilian Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

19th Century Scandinavian Painted Oak Barrel
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century Scandinavian painted oak barrel, circa 1870. Beautiful miniature oak barrel used for storage and ageing of spirits. Hand painted in tradit...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Carved Elm bowl with Weathered Metal Loop Handles
Located in Dallas, TX
This piece is a part of Brendan Bass’s one-of-a-kind collection, Le Monde. French for “The World”, the Le Monde collection is made up of rare and hard to find pieces curated by Brend...
Category

20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Hand-Hewn Fruitwood Trog or Dough Bowl
Located in Baltimore, MD
Our European antique wooden dough bowls or trogs were hand-hewn from whole split logs. They feature remarkable handiwork and a beautiful patina, especially when viewed from the under...
Category

Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Fruitwood

“Mormaço” Naturally Dyed Felted Wool Vase by Inês Schertel, Brazil, 2021
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
“Mormaço” Naturally Dyed Felted Wool Vase by Inês Schertel, Brazil, 2021 Ines Schertel's primary material is sheep's wool. As a practitioner of Slow Design, the artist takes a hol...
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2010s Brazilian Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wool

Handmade Wooden Dough Bowl, Early 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Beautiful hand carved Hungarian dough bowl, circa 1910s. Made of fruitwood.
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Fruitwood

Two Colors Felted Wool "Necklace" by Inês Schertel, Brazil, 2021
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Two Colors Felted Wool "Necklace" by Inês Schertel, Brazil, 2021 Ines Schertel's primary material is sheep's wool. As a practitioner of Slow Design, the artist takes a holistic ap...
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2010s Brazilian Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wool

19th Century European Wooden Bucket
Located in High Point, NC
Hewn wooden slats, conjoined by hand-hammered metal bands, this wooden bucket was sourced in Central Europe, dating to the 19th Century. Reminding of a time of hand-made craftsmanshi...
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19th Century European Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Black Forest Candle Holder with Pewter Base and Spout, Germany, circa 1860s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A Black Forest Candle Holder with Pewter Base and Spout, Germany circa 1860s An antique Black Forest candle holder with pewter base and spout. Made with an original deer antler. Man...
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Mid-19th Century German Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Pewter

Antique Candle Stick With Real Chamois Horn, 19th Century
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Candle Stick With Real Chamois Horn, 19th century A Victorian candle holder, made of horns from the chamois and the deer. The spout and b...
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Late 19th Century German Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Antler, Wood

French 19th Century Double Handled Brown Glaze Pottery Jug with Rustic Character
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French rustic double handled jug from the 19th century, possibly from Normandy. Indulge in the charm of French pastoral life with this rustic double-handled jug hailing from the 19th century, likely originating from the heartland of Normandy. This antique jug...
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19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Rustic French 20th Century Carved Wooden Duck with Black, White and Yellow Paint
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French carved wooden duck from the 20th century with rustic appearance, white, black and yellow paint. Envelop your space with an air of tranquili...
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20th Century French Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Rustic Elm Wooden Large Mortar Bowl Hand Carved from One Piece of Tree Trunk
Located in London, GB
A very characterful late 19th century hand carved large wooden Chinese Elm mortar or bowl used for pounding grain. Oversized and wonderful, decorative piece that would look incredibl...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Elm

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...
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2010s Brazilian Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Hand-Hewn Fruitwood Trog or Dough Bowl
Located in Baltimore, MD
Our European antique wooden dough bowls or trogs were hand-hewn from whole split logs. They feature remarkable handiwork and a beautiful patina, especially when viewed from the under...
Category

Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Fruitwood

“Poeira ”, Naturally Dyed Felted Wool Vase by Inês Schertel, Brazil, 2021
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
“Poeira ”, 2021, Naturally Dyed Felted Wool Vase by Inês Schertel, Brazil Ines Schertel's primary material is sheep's wool. As a practitioner of Slow Design, the artist takes a ho...
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2010s Brazilian Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Ceramic Water Vessel from Mexico
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Early 20th century ceramic water vessel from Nahua communities of southern Veracruz and northern Puebla, Mexico.
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Early 20th Century Mexican Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Terracotta

Pair of Spanish Midcentury Goathoof Candlesticks from Mallorca
Located in Vienna, AT
This pair of vintage hoof candle holders have been manufactured in the Tramuntana Mountains of Mallorca Spain and feature two goat hoofes mounted upon iron shields and iron candle ho...
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1950s Spanish Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Vintage Folk Art Hand Carved Driftwood Whale Sculpture or Door Stop
Located in Elkhart, IN
A charming Folk Art hand carved driftwood door stop or sculpture in the form of a whale, perfect for your Nantucket, Cape, or Hamptons home! USA, Early 20th century Measuers: ...
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Early 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Driftwood

18th Century Swedish Wooden Wedding Box
Located in Houston, TX
A rustic Swedish wooden box from the late 18th century, with iron accents and natural patina. Created in Sweden during the last decade of the 18th c...
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18th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

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...
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19th Century Philippine Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Natural Fiber

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...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

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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