Rustic Vases and Vessels
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
19th Century Majolica Insects Musicians Jardinière
Located in Austin, TX
Unusual and humoristic 19th French Majolica jardinière with insects playing musicals instruments.
Decorated with leaves and flowers.
Category
1880s French Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
Large Majolica Duck Jardiniere Delphin Massier, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Majolica jardiniere signed Delphin Massier, circa 1890.
13.5 inches W.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
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 Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
Large Vintage Hand Hammered Copper Vessel
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Exceptional Hand crafted hammered copper vessel, probably made for American moonshine era Producer. The large copper vessels were used for stora...
Category
1960s North American Vintage Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Brass, Copper
Antique Spanish Terracotta Olive Oil Large Jar with Patina, ci. 19th/20th C.
Located in Valencia, VC
An antique large Spanish terracotta olive oil handled jar or vase, handmade towards the end of the 19th C. or beginning of the 20th C.
The outside features the natural earth-ware c...
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1890s Spanish Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Stoneware, Terracotta
19th Century Spanish Pottery
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 19th-century Spanish terracotta jar features an elegant, amphora-inspired silhouette adorned with dual looped handles. Its distinctive gree...
Category
19th Century Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Terracotta
Spanish Rustic Iron Cauldron Pot or Vessel with Rusty Original Patina
Located in Barcelona, ES
Primitive Rustic Iron Cauldron from the northern part of Spain, 1920s
Made in molded cast iron, originally used for cooking.
This iron vessel is heavily constructed, it is strong ...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Iron
Large 19th Century Majolica Birds Jardinière Delphin Massier
Located in Austin, TX
Large Majolica jardinière planter with birds signed Delphin Massier, circa 1890.
L / 28 by 11 inches , H / 7 inches.
The Massier are known for the quality of their unique enamels and...
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century Spanish Pottery
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 19th-century Spanish pottery jar beautifully captures the rustic charm and artisanal craftsmanship of the Mediterranean region. Handcrafted from terracotta, it features a warm o...
Category
19th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Terracotta
19th Century Majolica Rooster Vase Delphin Massier
Located in Austin, TX
Antique Majolica rooster with leaves, corn and wild rose vase signed Delphin Massier, circa 1890.
The Massier produced roosters in a big range of sizes, this is the medium size. The...
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Faience, Ceramic, Majolica
20th Century Anatolian Terracotta Vase with Green-Glazed Rim
Located in London, GB
This 20th-century Anatolian terracotta vase embodies the essence of traditional craftsmanship with its twin-handled design and distinctive green-glazed rim. Once a functional vessel ...
Category
1940s Turkish Vintage Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Clay
20th Century Large Anatolian Terracotta Storage Jar
Located in London, GB
This 20th-century Anatolian terracotta storage jar represents the rich heritage of Turkish pottery, crafted with an emphasis on function and durability. Its expansive, bulbous form w...
Category
1940s Turkish Vintage Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Clay
19th Century Large Majolica Jardiniere with 2 Ducks Sarreguemines
Located in Austin, TX
Rare large majolica jardiniere with 2 ducks signed Sarreguemines Majolica, circa 1870.
Category
1870s French Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Rustic Spanish Pottery Pieces Set of 5, Late 19th–Early 20th C.
Located in Valencia, VC
Antique Rustic Spanish Pottery Pieces Set of 5 , Late 19th–Early 20th Century
A beautiful collection of five antique Spanish pottery pieces, each showcasing rich history and character.
This set includes:
One large olive oil jar...
Category
Late 19th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Earthenware, Terracotta
20th Century Vintage Terracotta Pot, Rustic Mediterranean Earthenware
Located in London, GB
Add an element of aged beauty to your space with this vintage weathered patina terracotta pot, a handcrafted earthenware vessel rich in character and history. With its naturally aged...
Category
1940s Turkish Vintage Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Earthenware
19th Century Mediterranean Terracotta Olive Jar
Located in Buisson, FR
A wonderful and beautiful weathered olive oil jar. Traces of glaze visible.Turkey circa 1850. Weathered
Category
19th Century Turkish Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Terracotta
19th Century Majolica Jardinière Flower and Snail Wasmuel
Located in Austin, TX
Unusual 19th century planter or cachepot jardinière flower and snail Wasmuel.
Category
1890s Belgian Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Rose Glazed Ceramic Vase, France
Located in Washington, DC
Rose Glazed Ceramic Vessel. Signed by an unknown artist. France, circa 1950.
Category
1950s French Vintage Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
French Green Glazed Terracotta Pottery
Located in Winter Park, FL
A French earthenware confit pot with traditional green glaze and yellow interior. Old green painted repaired chips to rim. These ordinary earthenware vessels were once used daily in ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Terracotta
19th Century Belgian Marble Mortar
Located in Nijlen, BE
Belgian mortar from the 19th century in an exceptionally beautiful marble type that has the undertone of a Belgian blue stone with more gray color shades.
In very good condition, ha...
Category
19th Century Belgian Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Marble
French Vintage Amber Glass Pharmacy Bottle with Marbles, circa 1930
Located in Barcelona, ES
French vintage Amber glass pharmacy bottle. By unknown manufacturer, France, circa 1930. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with ag...
Category
1930s French Vintage Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Glass
Handcrafted Turkish Terracotta Storage Pot, Vintage Clay Vessel, 20th Century
Located in London, GB
Bring the rich heritage of Turkish craftsmanship into your space with this Handcrafted Turkish Terracotta Storage Pot. Made in the 20th century, this vintage clay vessel showcases th...
Category
1950s Turkish Vintage Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Clay
French Green Glazed Terracotta Pottery
Located in Winter Park, FL
A French earthenware confit pot with traditional green glaze. These ordinary earthenware vessels were once used daily in the French country home and have beautiful rustic glazes of g...
Category
Early 20th Century French Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Terracotta
French Majolica Fish Jardinière Onnaing, circa 1890
By Onnaing
Located in Austin, TX
Inspired by the Japonism movement this French Majolica large jardinière is signed Onnaing, circa 1890.
This handled jardinière is decorated with fishes in the water surrounded by se...
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Indian Metal Surahi Decorative Water Vessel, Early 20th Century
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indian surahi water vessel with weathered patina. This early 20th-century Indian surahi—a traditional water vessel—showcases the enduring craftsmanship of Indian metalwork, offeri...
Category
Early 20th Century Indian Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Metal
Vintage Handcrafted Ceramic Clay Jug, Mediterranean Rustic Decor, 20th Century
Located in London, GB
Bring a touch of Mediterranean history and artistry to your space with this Vintage Handcrafted Anatolian Clay Jug. A testament to traditional craftsmanship, this piece was expertly ...
Category
1930s Turkish Vintage Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Clay
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 Vases and Vessels
Materials
Limestone
20th Century Handcrafted Terracotta Vase with Rich Glaze
Located in London, GB
This Turkish terracotta jar exudes timeless authenticity with its smooth surface, twin handles, and striking glazed rim. Handcrafted in Anatolia, it reflects the skilled traditions o...
Category
1940s Turkish Vintage Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Clay
French 19th Century Terracotta Olive Oil Jar
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A French terracotta olive oil jar from the 19th century, with wonderful glazes of vibrant orange and detailed cream and black decorations of fluid lines and surrounding foliate desig...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Terracotta
Handcrafted Turkish Jug, Vintage Clay Vessel, 20th Century
Located in London, GB
Embrace the timeless elegance of this Slim Handle Anatolian Jug, a vintage Turkish clay vessel crafted in the 20th century. This expertly hand-formed piece features a gracefully elon...
Category
1940s Turkish Vintage Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Clay
Rustic European Terracotta Amphora / Twin-Handled Vase with Patina
Located in Stockholm, SE
European terracotta amphora with an unknown exact age, but from the first half of the 20th century. It features classic twin-handled design and traditional Mediterranean craftsmanshi...
Category
20th Century European Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Earthenware, Terracotta
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 Vases and Vessels
Materials
Copper
19th Century Spanish Rustic Terracotta Cooking Olla With Fabulous Patina
Located in Valencia, VC
An antique large Spanish cooking terracotta jar from the 19th Century with a weathered patina.
This kind of pottery was used in Europe during centuries to cook on the fireplace, pl...
Category
1890s Spanish Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Stoneware, Terracotta
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 Vases and Vessels
Materials
Terracotta
19th Century French Majolica Hanging Jardiniere
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century French Majolica Hanging Jardiniere
Total height with the chain / 28 inches.
Height of the ceramic / 9 inches.
Diameter / 11 inches.
Category
1880s French Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Metal
SET of 2 traditional Italian Jugs GUBBIO floral handpainted Jug Wine Pitcher
By C.A.M. Gubbio
Located in Landshut, BY
Design Period 1955 to 1965
Production Period around 1960
Country of Manufacture Italy Gubbio Umbria (Provincia di Perugia)
MARKED: by artist C.A.F.F. Gubbio
:-:very good condi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Maiolica
Antique French Copper and Oak Pitcher, Wine Jug Umbrella Holder 1900 hallway
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Antique French Copper and Oak Pitcher, Wine Jug Umbrella Holder 1900
Beautiful 19th century rustic French oak and copper banded handmade cider pitcher , from Normandy
Accessorize your wine cellar , kitchen , dining room or entryway with this antique Water or Wine Jug.
This impressive old pitcher...
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Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Copper
Vintage Metal Clawfoot Planter
Located in High Point, NC
These rustic planters are a playful interpretation on typical zinc garden-ware. Inspired by traditional outdoor pitchers, wash-bins and basins, this metal planter is weather resistan...
Category
1940s European Vintage Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Metal, Zinc
Italy Mid-18th Century Pair of Ceramic Carafes in White and Blue for Pharmacy
Located in Brescia, IT
In the past, this pair of beautiful ceramics carafes, was utilized in a Pharmacy to contain erbs and spices infusions.
The carafes shows all signs of the time, but they remain a pai...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
Monumental Provincial Chinese Bathtub, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
With its grand scale and perfect proportions, this rustic wooden bathtub is true showstopper. The tub has an elongated, oval shape is comprised of thick cypress wood staves held together by three iron bands. Two iron handles on either side of the basin allow it to be easily moved about a space.
Dated to the early 19th century, the wood exhibits beautifully irregular grain patterns and a warm, richly aged patina that only time can achieve. An incredible way to add rustic texture to the home, we love this gorgeous bathtub as a garden planter, a firewood bin...
Category
Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Iron
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 Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
20th Century Anatolian Twin-Handled Terracotta Vase
Located in London, GB
Description:
This 20th-century Anatolian terracotta vase embodies the artistry of traditional Turkish pottery. Handcrafted with precision, its twin-handled design and textured finish...
Category
1940s Turkish Vintage Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Clay
Vintage Amber Blown Glass Oil Cruet - Circa 1940
Located in Barcelona, ES
Immerse yourself in nostalgia with this beautiful amber blown glass oil cruet dating back to around 1940. This charming piece is a testament to mid-20th-century craftsmanship, evokin...
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Glass
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 Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
19th Century Large French Majolica Blackberries Square Cache Pot
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century Large French Majolica Blackberries Square Cache Pot.
Height / 9 inches.
11.5 by 9.3 inches.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
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 Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Small Terracotta Pignata Pot
Located in Ventura, 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 Vases and Vessels
Materials
Terracotta
French Majolica Fish Jardiniere Desvres Masse Circa 1890
By Desvres
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Majolica Fish jardiniere signed Desvres Masse circa 1890.
( North of France )
L / 14.5 inches L , H / 5.5 inches.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Rustic Terracotta Extra Large Vessel Floor Vase
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Enhance your space with this stunning vintage terracotta floor vase from the 1980s, featuring artisan craftsmanship and a striking rustic design. The extra-large vessel is ideal for ...
Category
1980s Vintage Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Terracotta
19th Century Spanish Pottery (Full set of 23 Available)
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 19th-century Spanish terracotta jar is a remarkable example of rustic craftsmanship, featuring an understated elegance with its earthy tone...
Category
19th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Terracotta
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 Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Large Terracotta Pignata Pot with Half Glaze
Located in Ventura, CA
This large terracotta pignata pot with half glaze, hand-thrown in Cutrofiano-Lucugnano, Puglia, dates from the late 1800s to early 1900s and exemplifies the essence of "ceramica rust...
Category
16th Century Italian Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Terracotta
A Rustic European 18th century French faience fountain with spigot
Located in Leesburg, VA
Anonymous
Mid-18th century; probably Moustiers or Nevers, France
Faience and brass
Approximate size: 12.25 (h) x 9 (w) x 6.25 (d) inches
The present dispenser was either used as a water or wine cooler or possibly for washing hands. The original lid is lost-to-time, yet its provincial beauty remains attractive and sublime. The present example—baked with white enamel and decorated with a lovely hand-painted polychrome lattice and floral theme—is warm, elegant and rustic. The curving linear form of the flowers subtly recall the influence of Japan’s Kakiemon style present in France during the Rococo period yet is still indebted to the earlier influence of Italy’s prolific maiolica workshops.
This fountain would serve as an elegant addition for display on an oak or distressed wood console table...
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18th Century French Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Faience, Porcelain
20th Century Anatolian Earthenware Storage Vessel
Located in London, GB
This 20th-century Anatolian earthenware storage jar is a beautifully crafted vintage clay vessel that brings an authentic touch of Turkish heritage to any rustic, Mediterranean, farm...
Category
1950s Turkish Vintage Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Clay
Extraordinary Yellow Blown Glass Vase - Early 20th Century
Located in Barcelona, ES
Elevate your decor with the exquisite beauty of this extraordinary yellow blown glass vase from the early 20th century. Crafted by an unknown manufacturer in Spain circa 1930, this v...
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Glass
1 of 3 Large Antique 19th Century Indian Metal Water Jugs
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Three large rustic antique metal water jugs handmade by Indian artisans in the 19th century. Large generous belly and flaring neck on all three...
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19th Century Indian Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Metal
Pair of French Faience Wall Pocket Desvres Fourmaintraux, Circa 1890
By Desvres
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of French Faience wall pocket signed Desvres Fourmaintraux Circa 1890.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
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 Vases and Vessels
Materials
Clay
Rustic vases and vessels for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Rustic vases and vessels 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 vases and vessels created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, building and garden elements, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rustic vases and vessels made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original vases and vessels, popular names associated with this style include Onnaing, Delphin Massier, Inês Schertel, and Desvres. 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 vases and vessels differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $110 and tops out at $7,500 while the average work can sell for $790.