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
Vintage Boho Patinated Wrought Iron Urns - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Enhance your décor with a touch of timeless Americana charm! This pair of vintage boho patinated wrought iron urns exudes rustic elegance, perfect for adding character to any space. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wrought Iron
Chinese Woven Bamboo Flower Basket, c. 1940s
Located in Chicago, IL
Woven with precious scale and delicate artistry, this small flower basket from the early 20th century is a charming example of traditional Chinese basketry. The basket is woven of th...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Bamboo
Primitive Wabi Sabi Bowl, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Large primitive wooden bowl from 19th century France, celebrating the natural wear and tear that time graciously imparts. Handcrafted in the hear...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Goose-Shaped Rattan Basket
Located in Bradenton, FL
A woven rattan basket shaped like a goose. A long neck curves around and turns back to face long raised feathers. A beak is formed from where the rattan joins into a single piece, and lighter bands decorated the neck and body. Inside are strands of rainbow-colored rattan.
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Rattan
Woven Rattan Picnic Hamper Basket
Located in Bradenton, FL
A large wicker woven rattan picnic hamper basket, with a plaid cloth lining and two handles. Two open weave bands decorate the sides allowing the pattern...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
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
Large Antique Wooden Church Candle Holder, France, 1850s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1850s / Antique / Large wooden church candle holder / Original patina / rustic
An antique turned wooden church candle holder from France, dat...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Set of Three Decorative Stone Fish with Natural Patina
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This set of three decorative stone fish is a unique handcrafted piece from Indonesia, where fish are revered as divine symbols of luck and gratitude. Weathered with time, the sculptures display a natural patina that enhances the raw texture of the stone. Their aged surface gives each fish a rare authenticity and a striking presence, impossible to reproduce industrially.
Mounted on black metal stands, these decorative fish are stable and easy to display on a sideboard, console, or showcase. Perfect for ethnic, wabi-sabi, or bohemian chic interiors, they add character and symbolism to any curated space. This set of stone fish sculptures...
Category
20th Century Yemeni Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone
Large 19th Century Copper Cauldron / Planter on Wrought Iron Tripod Stand
Located in Madrid, ES
This large size 19th century hand-hammered copper cauldron cook pot with rich chocolate brown patina is paired with a heavy wrought iron tripod. Originally designed to sit directly above the hot coals of a cook fire or fireplace, rich country stews, soups or rice dishes would come to life in this humble cookware. Well-crafted to withstand the punishments of daily use, these rugged items hold great rustic charm, and can easily find functional and decorative uses in a wide variety of interior decor styles. A catchall container for firewood or magazines perhaps, or an interior or exterior planter...
Category
Early 19th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Copper, Iron
Rare French Majolica Violets Basket Sarreguemines Circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
Charming French Majolica Violets basket signed Sarreguemines, circa 1900.
The manufacture of Sarreguemines produced severals examples of baskets with fruits, more rarely with animals...
Category
1920s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Majolica
Antique Stone Bowl (2)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand-Carved Antique Stone Bowl. France, early 20th century.
2 of 3 available.
Category
Early 20th Century French Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone
Antique Stone Bowl (3)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand-Carved Antique Stone Bowl. France, early 20th century.
3 of 3 available.
Category
Early 20th Century French Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone
Faux Bois Honey Pot Vase Urn 1980s
Located in Melbourne, AU
A rustic bark pattern or ‘faux bois’ handcrafted coil pot. Unsigned and the period unclear, but I would say 1980s.
This substantial pot gives crunchy textur...
Category
Late 20th Century Australian Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay
$360 Sale Price
20% Off
Ancient-Style Mediterranean Terracotta Amphora with Twin Handles + Aged Patina
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This impressive Mediterranean-style amphora is a masterful example of early utilitarian pottery, crafted from terracotta clay and shaped by hand in the traditional ancient manner. It...
Category
19th Century European Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay, Terracotta
Vintage Antelope Skull On Stand
Located in Bridgeport, CT
This is a skull cap and horns from a wildebeest, also known as a gnu, a type of antelope native to Africa. There are two main species: the blue wildebeest and the black wildebeest. T...
Category
20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Bone, Acrylic, Horn
Late 20th Century Magnifying Glass With Tripod Antler Handle
Located in Cookeville, TN
Gorgeous standing magnifying glass with metal surround and metal antler detail, sitting on a antler horn tripod base. The glass in great condition. Great for the office or on a shelf!
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
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.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Handmade Oak Dovetailed Farmhouse Dough Bowl Bin Trough Trencher 37"
Located in Dayton, OH
Large antique rustic wooden dough bowl / trencher. Rectangular in form with slanted sides and hand holds at each corner.
Dimensions:
36.5" x 22.5" x 5.5" (Width x Depth x Height)
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Oak
$420 Sale Price
30% Off
Vintage Boho Shell Encrusted Planter
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This appealing vintage planter merges rustic garden aesthetics with coastal charm, featuring a wide terracotta pot base entirely hand-encrusted with a mosaic of natural shells. The e...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Shell, Plaster
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...
Category
Early 1900s Hungarian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Fruitwood
French Majolica Palissy Jardinière with Grapes Thomas Sergent, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
Small French Majolica Palissy jardinière with grapes Thomas Sergent, circa 1880.
Shaped as a wood box.
Category
1880s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Antique Early 20th Century American Splint Oak Basket
Located in Elkhart, IN
An antique American splint oak gathering basket. The charming basket has been hand woven and would be charming as a decorative or functional piece.
USA, Early 20th Century
Measures...
Category
Early 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Oak
19th Century English Majolica Bear Pitcher
Located in Austin, TX
English Majolica figural bear pitcher with spoon handle circa 1890.
Category
1890s English Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century Majolica Box Books Choisy Le Roi
Located in Austin, TX
Rare 19th Century Majolica Box Books Choisy Le Roi.
H / 6.8 inches
Category
1880s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Majolica
Antique Chinese 19th Century Rustic Mounted Ox Cart Wooden Wheel on Base
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese 19th century rustic ox cart wooden wheel mounted on a custom made black stand. This handmade Chinese wheel is pierced in its center with a rectangular hole reserved for the axle tree. The wheel showcases a great weathered patina witnessing its long use since the 19th century. This item is mounted on a custom made black stepped wooden base. With its rustic presence and nice proportions, this 19th century Chinese mounted wooden ox cart wheel...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
19th Century Majolica Begonia Leaf Wilhelm Schiller & Son Vide-Poche
Located in Austin, TX
Small 19th Century Majolica Begonia Leaf signed Wilhelm Schiller & Son Vide-Poche.
High quality.
6.3 by 3.6 inches.
Wilhelm Schiller began production of porcelain and earthenware in ...
Category
1880s Czech Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
Large Rustic Wicker Basket
Located in Stockton, NJ
A large vintage rustic wicker basket with lid. Original white painted finish with excellent patina.
Category
Early 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wicker
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
Petite Chinese Gathering Basket, c. 1940s
Located in Chicago, IL
Woven with precious scale and delicate artistry, this petite bamboo basket from the early 20th century is a beautiful example of traditional Chinese basketry. Hand-crafted in southwe...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Bamboo
Majolica Boar Tureen, circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica boar tureen, circa 1950.
Category
1950s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Mexican Demijohn Rustic Clay Mezcal Vessel Bottle Pottery Oaxaca Folk Art
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
This rustic mezcal bottle is a replica of an antique bottle or demijohn which was used to store mezcal, drunken during folk theaters in Oaxaca, Mexico. The bottle is done with cerami...
Category
2010s Mexican Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery, Clay
19th Century Japanese Burl Wood Dai
Located in Chicago, IL
An incredible 19th century Japanese Wabi Sabi burl wood dai with a perfect circular recessed tray, once used to display an object of beauty, but perfect today for catching your keys ...
Category
19th Century Japanese Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Burl
José De Creeft Female Totem Carved Wood Sculpture
Located in Forney, TX
José De Creeft (1884-1982) Female Totem wood carving sculpture
Provenance / Acquisition:
Property from the important collection of the late Robert Gingold (1944-2017)
Highly reputable auction house Heritage Auctions, Dallas, Texas had the pleasure of presenting numerous items from the world renowned Art Deco collection of Robert Gingold in their May Design Auction catalog, May 25th, 2017.
The current owner acquired this remarkable example from Shultz Auctioneers, Clearance, New York, from consigner Kenneth Dukoff collection, an important Buffalo, New York antiques...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Vintage Woven Grapevine Country Farmhouse Harvest Gathering Basket 23"
Located in Dayton, OH
Large vintage woven grape vine harvest / market / shopping basket. Rustic country / farmhouse design with braided top edge and twisted handle.
Dimensions:
21.5" x 19" x 22.5" (Width...
Category
20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Reed
$164 Sale Price
30% Off
Large Rare French Majolica Parrot Choisy Le Roi Vase, Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Large Rare French Majolica Parrot with a branch of olives Choisy Le Roi Vase, Circa 1890.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century French Small Rectangular Majolica Catchall
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century French Small Rectangular Majolica Catchall or Dish.
4.8 by 3.3 inches.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Majolica Terracotta Hen and Chicks Bavent, circa 1920
By Bavent
Located in Austin, TX
Large terracotta hen and his two chicks from Normandy, circa 1920.
Country style.
Measure: Hen / 13.8" height, 19" length on 7".
Chicks / 4.5", 5.5" on 3".
Category
1920s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
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...
Category
19th Century Guatemalan Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
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...
Category
19th Century Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Petite Chinese Tea Tray, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Simple lines, a modest form and a layer of hand-brushed lacquer give this petite Qing-dynasty tray a provincial charm that recalls the warmth of home. The original burgundy lacquer f...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Early 20th Century Chinese Grain Scoop
Located in Chicago, IL
A century ago, someone held this carved wooden scoop in their hand everyday as they measured out rice or other grains. Hewn from a single block of wood, the scoop has a rustic, chise...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Vintage Sarried Glazed Pottery Candlestick
By Sarried Ltd.
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Beautiful large glaze pottery candle holder by Sarried, LTD. Tall piece with grape vine motif. Nicely appointed with weathered presence.
Category
20th Century Mexican Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
Mid-20th Century Handcrafted Turkish Clay Storage Jar with Natural Patina
Located in London, GB
Celebrate the understated beauty of Mediterranean craftsmanship with this Olive-Toned Tapered Clay Storage Jar, a 20th-century treasure from Anatolia. Originally designed for the pra...
Category
1940s Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay
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
$195 Sale Price
35% Off
19th Century American Keepsake Chest
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand carved decorative box / collector's chest with one fixed, sliding tray and one removable, circa 19th century. All hardware, including the hinges, is original: the screws that li...
Category
19th Century American Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Spanish Braided Wood Large Rustic Basket, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Traditional hand-braided wood decorative basket / storage basket, Spain, 1940s-1950s.
Hand-crafted basket from Galicia, at the northern part of Spain.
Wooden stripes beautifully wove...
Category
20th Century Spanish Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Wicker Picnic Hamper Basket
Located in Bradenton, FL
A wicker picnic hamper basket with two wrapped bamboo handles. Decorated on each side with twisted bands of rattan in pink and green, and green woven diamonds reminiscent of Heywood ...
Category
Late 20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wicker
Sunbaked Double-Handled Terracotta Jar, Early 20th Century Mediterranean Vessel
Located in London, GB
Hand-thrown from rich, sunbaked clay, this early 20th-century Mediterranean jar embodies the quiet beauty of traditional rural craftsmanship. Once used to store olive oil or grains, ...
Category
1940s Turkish Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Clay
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
French Faience Quimper Candelstick Circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
French Faience Quimper Candelstick Circa 1950.
Category
1950s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Large 19th Century Cottagecore Rustic Hand Decorated Papier Mache Dresser Box
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Rustic Cottagecore theme rooster, robins and wildflowers papier mache and wood moire lined large English dresser box
19th Century
The shaped papier mache top depicts an arr...
Category
19th Century English Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Paper
Set of 2 Antique French copper candlesticks in Baroque style, 1900s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1900 / set Candlesticks / Copper / Antique / Rustic
Two antique candlestick in copper crafted in France around 1900. The square openwork base is decorated with delicate lea...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Copper
Petite Chinese Bamboo Flower Basket, c. 1940s
Located in Chicago, IL
Woven with precious scale and delicate artistry, this petite flower basket from the early 20th century is a lovely example of traditional Chinese basketry. The small basket is woven ...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Bamboo
Set of 2 antique 19th century French copper candlesticks
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1900 / Pair Candlesticks / copper / Antique / Rustic
Stylish set of copper table candlesticks with round baluster base from the 19th century. This pair of brass candlestick...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Copper
Tramp Art Photo Frame Rustic Style 19th Century, Austria circa 1880
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Decorative Tramp Art photo frame from the period in Austria around 1880. Elaborately hand carved out of bass wood this rustic photo frame comes w...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass, Softwood
Chinese Bent Handle Market Basket, circa 1850
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
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Willow
Majolica Pheasant Tureen, circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica pheasant tureen, circa 1950.
Category
1950s French Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Smoothly Aged Terracotta Water Jar in Ethnic Java Style
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Ancient water jar from Java, originally used for storing foodstuffs or drinking water. This large ethnic terracotta pot features an authentic patina with natural aging, highlighting ...
Category
Early 20th Century Indonesian Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay, Terracotta
Large Vintage French Concrete Rooster Garden Sculpture with Aged Patina
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This striking vintage French rooster garden sculpture is a commanding decorative piece crafted from solid cast concrete, embodying both rustic charm and...
Category
Early 20th Century French Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Concrete
Chinese Bent Handle Fisherman's Basket, circa 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...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Willow, Bentwood
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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