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
Organic Textured Green Elongated Vase
By Maria Loram
Located in Pasadena, CA
This vase is perfect for any home decor. It is handmade and wheel-thrown in my home studio in Pasadena. This unique, one-of-a-kind vase features an organic textured surface with a st...
Category
2010s American Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic, Clay
Vintage Chinese Floral Cast Iron Mortar
Located in Chicago, IL
This vintage cast iron mortar from China's Shanxi province is patterned in low relief with a simple floral design. Originally used in a traditional ap...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Iron
Vintage Chinese Cast Iron Chrysanthemum Mortar
Located in Chicago, IL
This vintage iron mortar from China's Shanxi province was cast in low relief with a delicate chrysanthemum in bloom. Originally used in a traditional apothecary to create herbal medi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Iron
Chinese Courtyard Grain Container, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This rustic wooden container dates to the early 20th century and was once used to store dry goods or household items in a provincial home in Yunnan province. Hollowed from a single t...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Wood
Vintage Boho Original Studio Pottery Lidded Jar
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This remarkable vintage studio pottery jar is a true work of art, featuring an intricately sculpted face with expressive detail and a rustic, hand-formed hat serving as a functional ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Pottery, Stoneware
Vintage Boho Original Studio Pottery Scored Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This striking vintage studio pottery vase is a true testament to handcrafted artistry, featuring a unique geometric form with intricate scored detailing. Its rich, textured glaze in ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Pottery
Small Terracotta Pignata Pot with Half Glaze
Located in Ventura, CA
This hand-thrown terracotta pignata pot with half glaze, originating from Cutrofiano-Lucugnano, Puglia, in the early to mid-1900s, exemplifies the essence of "ceramica rustica." Reno...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Terracotta
Mexican Rustic Vase Folk Art Handmade Ceramic Vessel Terracotta Oaxaca Clay
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
In the heart of the Sierra Norte Mountains in the state of Oaxaca, Mexico, the settlers found that this "cold place" gave them a very special gift, clay, with which they could use to create their household goods.
One of the most renowned artisans of this region is Silvia Martínez...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Terracotta
Vintage Boho Studio Pottery Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Discover the enduring charm of handcrafted artistry with this vintage studio pottery vase. Its satisfyingly robust, globular form is enveloped in a rich, earthy brown glaze, exhibiti...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Pottery, Stoneware
Vintage Boho Original Studio Pottery Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Embrace the artistry of organic design with this captivating Vintage Original Studio Pottery Vase, a unique piece that beautifully marries bohemian spirit with rustic elegance. This ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Pottery
Yellow Small Terracotta Pignata Pots
Located in Ventura, CA
The yellow small Terracotta Pignata Pot are exquisite hand-thrown ceramics, originating from the early 1900s in the towns of Cutrofiano and Lucugnano, located in the Puglia region of...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Terracotta
Italian Rustic Faience Vase of Flattened Circular Form with Molded Decoration
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A rustic Italian faience vase molded in relief from the 19th century. The body of flattened circular form is topped by a tall cylindrical neck with a flaring rim flanked by rope-like handles. Molded in relief overall, each side is decorated with the figure of a bird in a stylized wreath amid fruits, nuts and grape vines. Resting on a flared circular foot with incised geometrical patterns echoed on the neck and rim, the vase is covered overall with brown and green splashes on an ochre ground. The rustic style of this Italian faience vase, with its rope-like decoration and particular shape echoing traditional wine flasks...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Faience
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 Vases and Vessels
Materials
Pottery
Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Pots - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of earthy elegance to your space with this charming pair of Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Pots. Each pot features a unique, handcrafted design with vibrant glazes that show...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Boho Studio Pottery Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Vintage Boho Studio Pottery Vase features a handcrafted design with earthy tones and a textured finish, exuding rustic charm and artisanal quality. Its organic silhouette makes ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Pottery
Vintage Studio Pottery Lava Finish Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stunning mid-century studio pottery vase brings an exceptional pop of color and texture to any space. Featuring a vibrant turquoise glaze with intricate volcanic-like crater pat...
Category
Late 20th Century North American Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Pottery
Vintage Boho Studio Pottery Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Boho studio pottery vase with earthy tones and handcrafted details. A perfect blend of rustic charm and artistry.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Pottery
Vintage Boho Patinated Copper and Brass Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This distinctive vintage bohemian vase, crafted from patinated hammered copper with brass accents, exudes an unparalleled artistic charm. Its unique, organic form and the rich, aged ...
Category
Late 20th Century Indian Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Brass, Copper
Vintage Boho 1977 Signed Studio Pottery Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage 1977 Boho studio pottery vase, signed by the artist. A unique piece blending rustic charm with personal craftsmanship. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Category
1970s American Vintage Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Pottery
Early 20th Century French Olive Picker’s Hod
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Early 20th century French olive picker’s hod.
A French olive picker’s Hod from the South of France, this galvanized riveted hod would have been wor...
Category
Early 20th Century Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Boho Patinated Matte Glazed Ceramic Urn
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Earthen Elegance: The Vintage Boho Patinated Matte Glazed Ceramic Urn exudes American style with its rustic allure and timeless sophistication. Crafted with meticulous detail, its pa...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Boho Wood and Pottery Vases - Set of 2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Enhance your space with this set of two Vintage Boho Wood and Pottery Vases. Crafted in American style, these vases combine natural wood and earthy pottery, exuding a warm, bohemian ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Pottery, Wood
$1,150 / set
Vintage Chinese Floral Cast Iron Mortar
Located in Chicago, IL
This vintage cast iron mortar from China's Shanxi province is patterned in low relief with a simple floral design. Originally used in a traditional ap...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Iron
Vintage Boho Original Studio Pottery Figural Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exquisite vintage studio pottery vase is a true work of art, featuring an intricate hand-carved figural design that embodies the essence of bohemian and mid-century craftsmanshi...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Pottery
Majolica Vase Birds & Lilac Jerome Massier Fils circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica Vase Birds & Lilac signed Jerome Massier Fils circa 1900.
H / 11.5 inches , diameter / 7 inches.
The Massier are known for the quality of their unique enamels and paintings....
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Majolica, Ceramic
Vintage Boho Turned Wood Lidded Pot
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage Boho turned wood lidded pot features beautifully crafted wood with a rich patina and intricate detailing. Its charming design and functional lid make it an ideal piece f...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Wood
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.
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