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.
to
60
968
28
10
47
333
588
38
195
186
134
30
1
16
21
19
32
10
7
3
3
26,262
14,123
9,257
5,503
3,906
3,106
2,326
1,715
1,411
1,383
1,175
1,148
1,023
903
875
664
662
591
371
365
218
77
76
787
197
457
216
213
208
197
Height
to
Width
to
1,006
996
1,004
8
7
6
6
6
Style: Rustic
19th Century American Red Painted Gathering Basket
Located in Chicago, IL
A fantastic 19th century American red painted oak splint round gathering basket with a tapered asymmetrical form making it perfect for hanging on a wall. Found in Western Massachusetts.
Category
19th Century American Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Oak
Vintage Boho Tramp Art Frame
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exceptional vintage Tramp Art frame is a masterful display of early 20th-century folk art, blending resourceful craftsmanship with a compelling architectural silhouette. Hand-cr...
Category
Early 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Vintage Boho Original Studio Pottery Pitcher
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Vintage Boho Original Studio Pottery Pitcher showcases handcrafted artistry with its organic form and earthy glaze. Perfect as a functional piece or a decorative accent, this pi...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
Vintage Driftwood Root Slice Heavy Slab Sculpture on Stand 28"
Located in Dayton, OH
Large slice of natural wood with live edge mounted on a wood and iron base featuring the formed shape of a five pointed star in the center.
Dimensions:
18" x 8" x 28" (Width x Depth...
Category
Late 20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
$770 Sale Price
30% Off
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
American Country Style Wood and Brass Gavel
Located in Queens, NY
American Country-style wood and brass judges gavel.
Category
Early 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Urn
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This monumental vintage ceramic urn is a masterclass in organic form and textural depth. Featuring a generous, bulbous silhouette, the piece is finished in a rich, multi-tonal glaze ...
Category
Late 20th Century Spanish Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
F. Toya Jemez Native American Hand Made Small Clay Pot
Located in Queens, NY
Native American Jemez Pueblo red clay pot handmade and painted with black and off-white accents (Signed under: F. TOYA JEMEZ NM)
Burnished finish
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay
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...
Category
2010s Portuguese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
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
Hand polished large early 20th century carved bowl
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Hand polished large early 20th century carved bowl circa 1900.
Handmade from carving from a solid tree trunk. These were made in eastern europe as a way of feeding livestock. Due ...
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Pine
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
Antique 19th Century Italian Yellow Drip Confit Pot
Located in Pearland, TX
An authentic 19th-Century Italian confit pot or jar, rare with a yellow drip. This pot is full of character, hand crafted and painted with two charming handles, known as 'ears.' Thes...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Life Size Glazed Pottery Sculpture Of A Reclining Lamb
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Life size green glazed pottery sculpture of an endearing reclining lamb. The lamb with front legs crossed is looking back across its well cast and dimensional fur.
Dimensions: 23 1/...
Category
20th Century European Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
Driftwood Carving from Northern Thailand Found in the Chiang Mai Region
Located in Yonkers, NY
A tall northern Thai ancient driftwood carving from the Chiang Mai Region. This tall ancient driftwood carving, originating from the Chiang Mai region in Northern Thailand, is a striking piece of natural art. Found near the Ping River, it features a tall and narrow rustic silhouette that embodies the raw beauty of nature. Its weathered appearance and textural depth make it a captivating decorative item, perfect for adding a touch of organic charm to a modern décor.
Ideal for placing against a plain wall to create a focal point, this driftwood carving can be dramatically enhanced by directional lighting, such as a spotlight positioned below to cast intriguing shadows and highlight its unique contours. This approach not only accentuates its form but also imbues your space with a sense of historical mystique and natural elegance.
Whether positioned in a living room, hallway, or large open-plan area, this Northern Thai wood carving...
Category
19th Century Thai Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Driftwood
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
Vintage Folk Art Hand Carved Oak Mushroom Statues, Pair
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful and unique pair of vintage hand carved natural oak mushroom statues. These would be perfect for a country house, indoors or outdoors! They ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Oak
Vintage Boho Original Studio Pottery Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This highly expressive piece of vintage studio pottery is shaped in a flattened, ovular "pillow" form, offering an appealingly rustic and tactile presence. The craftsmanship is defin...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery, Stoneware
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
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.
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Reed
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.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
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.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Rare 19th Century Majolica Hen Vase, Delphin Massier
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Majolica hen vase Delphin Massier signed Vallauris, circa 1890.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Majolica
Early 20th Century French Basket
Located in Chicago, IL
A charming early 20th century French vineyard basket hand-woven from reeds with a heavy rim, rope handles, and wooden slat bottom. Perfect for laundry, or filled with throw pillows a...
Category
Early 20th Century French Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Reed
19th Century French Copper Pot
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century French copper pot with riveted double handles. Beautiful warm patina. Seam along the bottom. Several stamped maker's marks, including...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Copper
Antique Post Mounted As A Sculpture
Located in Bridgeport, CT
sculpture comprised as being made from reclaimed wood fragment with mortise-and-tenon joinery and mounted on a custom iron stand to be displayed as art.
Dimensions: 9 5/8" x 10 1/8...
Category
20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
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
Rustic Pair of Spanish Andalusian Woven Esparto Baskets 1960s
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Handcrafted in the sun-drenched region of Andalusia during the 1960s, this pair of rustic baskets exemplifies the timeless traditions of Spanish vernacular basketry. Expertly woven f...
Category
1960s Spanish Vintage Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Natural Fiber
Handmade Hungarian Wooden Dough Bowl, Early 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Beautiful hand carved Hungarian dough bowl, 1900s
In good rustic condition. As with all vintage items there will be signs of wear and tear from use over the years.
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Fruitwood
$411 Sale Price
20% Off
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
French Majolica Hunt Cache Pot Onnaing, circa 1880
By Onnaing
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century square Majolica hunt jardinière signed Onnaing.
Rare gray background.
The planter is decorated with a deer head on the front, oak leaves and acorns, hunting symbols ( ga...
Category
1880s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Rustic Pine Candlestick Holders - a Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
A pair of rustic turned candlestick holders in pine. Beautifully grained, the simple curves show spots and stripes in the wood. Tops are inset with brass capitals. Dimensions per can...
Category
Late 20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Pine
$175 / set
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
France Late 18th Century Set 3 Kitchen Copper Pudding Molds for Wall Decoration
Located in Brescia, IT
These pudding molds are a set composed by three nice France pieces fine hand made in copper. All of these molds have the shape very detailed.
Suitable to ...
Category
Late 18th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Copper
Large French Majolica Terracotta Donkey with Baskets, Circa 1930
By Bavent
Located in Austin, TX
Large French terracotta donkey with baskets Circa 1930.
Bavent Normandy.
2 Yellows basket.
Meaasures: height / 21.3"
Lenght / 30" by 11.5"
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Rare Terracotta Majolica Owl Filmont Bavent Normandy
By Bavent
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Terracotta Majolica Owl signed Filmont Bavent Normandy.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
French Faience Vase HB Quimper, Circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
French Faience vase signed HB Quimper Circa 1900.
Decorated with flowers, a farmer from Brittany and Brittany symbol.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
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
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
Catskill Mountains Wood Catchall
Located in New York, NY
A 'Catskill Mountains' wood catch-all piece, circa mid-20th century, USA. Piece is hand carved of raw wood, varnished, with horseshoe design and met...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
$380 Sale Price
20% Off
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 Black Lacquer Woven Box, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This small woven box from the early 20th century celebrates the beautiful simplicity of a hand-woven object. The round, lidded box is shaped from tightly woven reeds and finished wit...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Rattan
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
Contemporary Rustic Organically Shaped Olive Wood Basket
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary Rustic organically-shaped carved olive wood basket with handle.
Category
20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Olive
Mid-20th Century Chinese Woven Reed Basket
Located in Chicago, IL
A mid-20th century Chinese woven reed basket with a rolled banded top wrapped in flat reeds.
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Reed
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.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Contemporary Rustic Modern Organic Form Olive Wood Basket
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary Rustic Modern basket made of olive wood carved in an organic basket form with a Y-shaped handle.
Category
20th Century American Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Olive
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
A Pair Antique Black Forest Gun Holders, Austria late 19th Century
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A Pair Antique Black Forest Gun Holders, Austria late 19th Century
An antique pair of Black Forest gun holders mounted side by side on the wall. They...
Category
Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Antler, Wood
19th Century Split Oak Basket
Located in High Point, NC
19th century split oak handwoven basket from France. Lovely shape and size.
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Oak
19th Century French Hand Carved Walnut Dough Bowl
Located in Houston, TX
19th century French hand carved walnut dough bowl. This handsome French naive hand carved rustic bowl is from the Provence region of France.
Beautiful desirable distressed finish!
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Walnut
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
Pair of French Faience Wall Pocket Henriot Quimper
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of French Faience wall pocket signed Henriot Quimper, circa 1900.
Hand painted with a couple of bretons and flowers.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
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.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
1970s Mid Century Very Large Terracotta Handmade Money Box Pig
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
Wonderful hand made large stylised terracotta pig shaped piggy bank from the 1970s.
Coin slot to the top, no access to the coins, this is a fill and br...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Large Hand Carved Heron Bird Sculpture Statue Wildlife Scene 62"
Located in Dayton, OH
Hand Carved heron wildlife scene. The tree features three herons towards the base stretching upwards towards foliate. Beautifully designed with rustic patina
Dimensions:
61.5" ...
Category
Late 20th Century Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Hardwood
$700 Sale Price
30% Off
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 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
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
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...
Category
20th Century British Rustic Decorative Objects
Materials
Wicker
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.
More Ways To Browse
White Horse Porcelain
Wood Ram Sculpture
Wooden Carved Dog
Wooden Cow
1920s Royal Copenhagen
1960 Italy Cats
19th Century Bronze Stag
Acrobats Bronze
Alexandrite Murano
Amsterdam Clock
Antique Bronze Hare
Antique Candle Clock
Antique Dog Clock
Antique French Letters
Antique German Carousel
Antique Growlers
Antique Hippo
Antique Horse Figurines