Rustic Centerpieces

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.

Style: Rustic

Wooden fruit basket, beautiful antique patina, France, 1960

$534

Wooden fruit basket, beautiful antique patina, France, 1960

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Carved wooden fruit bowl, made in France around 1960. This piece is captivating with its free-flowing, organic shape, undulating contours, and integrated side handles. The wood boasts a beautiful antique patina with warm, deep hues, revealing the natural grain and the craftsmanship. Ideal as a centerpiece, it can hold fruit, bread, or simply be used as a sculptural decorative element. Specifications Type: Fruit bowl Origin: France Period: Circa 1960 Material: Solid wood Finish: Original natural patina Condition: Very good vintage condition, signs of wear consistent with age Style Style: Modern rustic / French craftsmanship / Organic design Keywords French wooden bowl 1960, vintage fruit basket, carved wood centerpiece...

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1960s French Vintage Rustic Centerpieces

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Wood

19th Century French Majolica Pumpkin Leaves Centerpiece Choisy-le-Roi

$1,280Sale Price|20% Off

19th Century French Majolica Pumpkin Leaves Centerpiece Choisy-le-Roi

By Choisy-le-Roi

Located in Austin, TX

19th century large French Majolica pumpkin leaves and flowers handled centerpiece jardinière signed Choisy-le-Roi.

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1880s French Antique Rustic Centerpieces

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery

Magical Antique Metal Tole Wash Basin Centerpiece with Handles

$1,450

Magical Antique Metal Tole Wash Basin Centerpiece with Handles

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Fabulous weathered metal oval washbasin planter having marvelous light blue interior and rusty exterior. Would make a great centerpiece. Opening 20.5 W.

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19th Century French Antique Rustic Centerpieces

Materials

Metal

Wooden fruit basket with antique patina, France, 1960

$534

Wooden fruit basket with antique patina, France, 1960

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Wooden fruit bowl with an antique patina, France, 1960s, exuding rustic and authentic charm. This large bowl is distinguished by its elongated and slightly concave shape, ideal for ...

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1960s French Vintage Rustic Centerpieces

Materials

Wood

1950s French Style Majolica Vegetable Topiary or Centerpiece

$239Sale Price|46% Off

1950s French Style Majolica Vegetable Topiary or Centerpiece

Located in Cordova, SC

This unique ceramic arrangement of colorful vegetables is a charming and vibrant addition to the most stylish kitchens or tabletops. Featuring a beautifully hand-painted assortment,...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Rustic Centerpieces

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Mid-Century Large Double Rope Basket Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet

$2,000Sale Price|20% Off

Mid-Century Large Double Rope Basket Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet

By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet

Located in Austin, TX

Rare double large rope and cork fruits basket Audoux Minet. Measures: W / 18.3" by 10" lower basket , upper 13.5' by 7" H / 13.5 13.5 by 7 inches.

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1950s French Vintage Rustic Centerpieces

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Rope, Cork

Mid-Century Rope Basket Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet

$960Sale Price|20% Off

Mid-Century Rope Basket Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet

By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet

Located in Austin, TX

Rope and Cork Fruits Basket Audoux Minet. 15.3 inches.

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1960s French Vintage Rustic Centerpieces

Materials

Rope, Cork

Mid-Century Rope Basket Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet

$1,440Sale Price|20% Off

Mid-Century Rope Basket Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet

By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet

Located in Austin, TX

Rare Large Rope and Cork Fruits Basket Audoux Minet. 20.2 inches Lenght.

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1960s French Vintage Rustic Centerpieces

Materials

Rope, Cork

Italian Gold Wicker Compote Basket Scalloped Edge

$625

Italian Gold Wicker Compote Basket Scalloped Edge

Located in New York, NY

An Italian light-weight gold tone wire wicker basket, circa mid-20th century, Italy. A lightweight wire wicker compote with scalloped edge. Metal is a light rose/gold hue. A great pi...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Rustic Centerpieces

Materials

Metal

Large 19th Century Swedish Doug Bowl

$200Sale Price|78% Off

Large 19th Century Swedish Doug Bowl

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is an all original, large scale Swedish Doug bowl from the 1800s. The bowl was carved out of a pine trunk and has developed a smooth patina throughout years of use. Original iro...

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19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Centerpieces

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Pine

Rustic Brass Container with Copper Medallions, German, 19th Century

$950

Rustic Brass Container with Copper Medallions, German, 19th Century

Located in Queens, NY

Continental Rustic (possibly German) late 19th Century brass container / cashpot having 4 copper medalions of animals and hunting scenes resting on a round base

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19th Century German Antique Rustic Centerpieces

Materials

Ash

Large Italian White Blanc De Chine Creamware Fruit Topiary Centerpiece

$636Sale Price|20% Off

H 16.5 in W 7.5 in D 8 in

Large Italian White Blanc De Chine Creamware Fruit Topiary Centerpiece

Located in Pearland, TX

A stunning large 16.5" Mid-Century Italian Blanc de Chine creamware glazed ceramic handmade fruit topiary in a pedestal basket. Marked "Made in Italy" on reverse. This gorgeous topia...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Rustic Centerpieces

Materials

Ceramic

Fine English Sterling Silver Hallmark Cherub Horn Playing Handle Centerpiece

$4,750

H 7.5 in W 17 in D 7 in

Fine English Sterling Silver Hallmark Cherub Horn Playing Handle Centerpiece

Located in Roslyn, NY

A Fine English Sterling Silver With Hallmarks, Cherub / Putti Horn Playing Blowing Handle Large Footed Centerpiece 17" L X 7" D X 7 1/2" H

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Early 20th Century English Rustic Centerpieces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mid-Century Belgian Glass Plateau

$395

H 5.9 in W 22 in D 7.5 in

Mid-Century Belgian Glass Plateau

Located in High Point, NC

The vivid hues and liquid lines of blown art glass create an unmissable accent. Made in Belgium circa 1960, expressive glasswork forms a bold silhouette. Organic and abstract, remini...

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1960s Belgian Vintage Rustic Centerpieces

Materials

Blown Glass

Paris Porcelain and Parcel Gilt Reticulated Compote or Fruit Basket

$975

H 8.63 in Dm 9 in

Paris Porcelain and Parcel Gilt Reticulated Compote or Fruit Basket

Located in Pembroke, MA

Nice quality Paris porcelain reticulated compote (corbeille, fruit basket) in tazza form with gilded decoration (late 19th century).

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Late 19th Century French Antique Rustic Centerpieces

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Silver Plated Centerpiece or Epergne with Figural Children Playing

$1,495 / set

H 19.75 in W 11.25 in D 11.25 in

Antique Silver Plated Centerpiece or Epergne with Figural Children Playing

By Wilcox Silver Plate Co.

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This large centerpiece or epergne was made by the well known Wilcox Silver Plate Company of the United States in approximately 1900 and done in a Victorian style. The base is composed of silver plate and features three figural children holding a rope and playing a period circle game. The middle of the centerpiece is composed of a bowl with three partitions that is decorated with engraved stylized flowers. The trumpet vase or epergne at the top is a clear glass with a diamond cut pattern. The base is clearly signed with the maker's marks for the Wilcox Silver Company...

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Early 20th Century American Rustic Centerpieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Italian Ceramic Fruit Basket Topiary Compote Centerpiece

$285

H 10 in W 6.75 in D 6 in

Italian Ceramic Fruit Basket Topiary Compote Centerpiece

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Italian glazed ceramic fruit basket figure sculpture. This compote is handmade with the greatest attention to detail. We see this piece on a kitchen counter or table. The basket is m...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Rustic Centerpieces

Materials

Ceramic

Industrial Metal Arts Reticulated Toleware Basket Bowl Painted Patina Farmhouse

$330Sale Price|40% Off

H 2.13 in Dm 9 in

Industrial Metal Arts Reticulated Toleware Basket Bowl Painted Patina Farmhouse

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Wonderful perforated metal machine-made basket. Late 1800s-early 20th century. Showing some bends to rim and spokes.

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Early 1900s American Antique Rustic Centerpieces

Materials

Steel

19th Century French Gilt Bronze Centerpiece with Mermaid Figural Handles

$18,500

H 12.5 in W 19 in D 10 in

19th Century French Gilt Bronze Centerpiece with Mermaid Figural Handles

Located in New York, NY

Fine Quality French Gilt Bronze centerpiece Jardiniere with Mermaid Figural Handles and Floral Garlands Date: circa 1890 Origin: Fre...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Rustic Centerpieces

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Italian Porcelain Centerpiece

$10,500

19th Century Italian Porcelain Centerpiece

Located in Dallas, TX

Late 19th century Italian porcelain centerpiece. Classical design depicting the four seasons.

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19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Centerpieces

Materials

Porcelain

Italian Majolica Trompe l'Oeil Centerpiece Fruit Basket pottery ceramic 1950s

$1,069

H 11 in W 17.7 in D 17.7 in

Italian Majolica Trompe l'Oeil Centerpiece Fruit Basket pottery ceramic 1950s

By Longchamp, Minton, Julius Dressler, Delphin Massier, Perret-Gentil Menton

Located in Wommelgem, VAN

A delightful large XL Mid-century majolica centerpiece trompe l'oeil of mixed fruits. Fully hand-crafted and painted Design in the style of: Joseph Saissi, Menton, Palissy ware, Long...

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20th Century Italian Rustic Centerpieces

Materials

Majolica, Pottery

Mid-Century Majolica Centerpiece by Vallauris, Handmade, 1950s France

$608Sale Price|39% Off

H 3.15 in W 22.45 in D 9.45 in

Mid-Century Majolica Centerpiece by Vallauris, Handmade, 1950s France

By Vallauris

Located in Valencia, VC

Majolica XL Vallauris Signed Centerpiece – Chard Leaf (1950s, France) Handmade in France circa the 1950s, this large Vallauris majolica centerpiece is shaped like a chard leaf, feat...

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Mid-20th Century Rustic Centerpieces

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Earthenware, Majolica

Monumental Italian Terracotta Lemon Topiary Centerpiece, Circa 1980s

$2,250

H 30.5 in Dm 14.5 in

Monumental Italian Terracotta Lemon Topiary Centerpiece, Circa 1980s

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Monumental glazed terracotta lemon topiary centerpiece. This Italian made piece is a very rare size. A very striking centerpiece for all occasions. Very impressive 30.50" height.

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20th Century Italian Rustic Centerpieces

Materials

Terracotta

Previously Available Items

Rustic French Provence Wicker Tray Basket Centerpiece, Handwoven, France 20th C.

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H 1.19 in Dm 14.18 in

Rustic French Provence Wicker Tray Basket Centerpiece, Handwoven, France 20th C.

Located in Valencia, VC

A beautiful and charming French Provincial wicker tray, handwoven in France during the 20th century. This round tray can bring a touch of rustic elegance to any space. Perfect as a ...

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20th Century French Rustic Centerpieces

Materials

Natural Fiber, Wicker

19th Century Central European Dough Bowl

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H 4.9 in W 28 in D 15.2 in

19th Century Central European Dough Bowl

Located in High Point, NC

The simple form and tactile surface of this wooden bowl give it a timeless appeal. Made in Central Europe in the 1800s, the rough-hewn texture indicates that this piece was carved by...

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19th Century European Antique Rustic Centerpieces

Materials

Wood

Early 20th century hand carved bowl

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H 6 in W 33.5 in D 13.5 in

Early 20th century hand carved bowl

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Early 20th century hand carved bowl circa 1900. Functional piece of eastern european rustic woodenware. Hand cut from a solid piece of wood and fini...

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Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Centerpieces

Materials

Hardwood

Early 20th Century Pine Table Top Breadboard

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H 2 in Dm 25.5 in

Early 20th Century Pine Table Top Breadboard

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Early 20th century pine table top breadboard circa 1900. Superb piece of usable traditional kitchenalia from Sweden. Circular diameter of over 25 inches with a small handle, allow...

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Early 20th Century Swedish Rustic Centerpieces

Materials

Pine

Hand Carved Mesquite Tray from Mexico, Early 20th Century

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H 2.5 in W 20.25 in D 9 in

Hand Carved Mesquite Tray from Mexico, Early 20th Century

Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato

Hand carved mesquite bowl from Guanajuato, Mexico, Early 20th Century.

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Early 20th Century Mexican Rustic Centerpieces

Materials

Hardwood

Large Heavy Rustic Wood Hand Turned Carved Centerpiece Bowl, 1800s

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H 7 in W 18.5 in D 18.5 in

Large Heavy Rustic Wood Hand Turned Carved Centerpiece Bowl, 1800s

Located in Studio City, CA

A truly wonderful and one-of-a-Kind piece. Fantastic patina. Large and heavy with just the right amount of natural wear. A very engrossing piece. Like the red violin...

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19th Century Antique Rustic Centerpieces

Materials

Wood

Mesquite Trough Centerpiece from Mexico, Circa 1940's

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H 6.5 in W 33 in D 16.5 in

Mesquite Trough Centerpiece from Mexico, Circa 1940's

Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato

Hardwood trough centerpiece originally used as a wash basin from the Sierra Gorda region of Mexico.

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1940s Mexican Vintage Rustic Centerpieces

Materials

Hardwood

Mesquite Bowl from Mexico, Circa 1930's

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H 4 in W 21.25 in D 12.25 in

Mesquite Bowl from Mexico, Circa 1930's

Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato

Hand carved mesquite batea bowl from San Felipe, Guanajuato, Mexico, Circa 1930's.

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1930s Mexican Vintage Rustic Centerpieces

Materials

Hardwood

Hardwood Wash Basin Trough from Mexico, Circa Late 19th Century

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H 6 in W 18 in D 24 in

Hardwood Wash Basin Trough from Mexico, Circa Late 19th Century

Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato

Mesquite basin trough from San Felipe, Guanajuato, circa late 1800's. Striations within the wood structure indicates a high degree of use. One of a kind p...

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Late 19th Century Mexican Antique Rustic Centerpieces

Materials

Hardwood

White Porcelain Fruit Sculptures, Europe

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H 3 in Dm 2 in

White Porcelain Fruit Sculptures, Europe

Located in New York, NY

A gorgeous set of five (5) European handmade porcelain antique-white fruit sculptures, circa 20th century, Portugal. The largest fruit sculpture (a lemon) measures: 2" diameter x 3" height. Italian turned wood urn...

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Late 20th Century Portuguese Rustic Centerpieces

Materials

Porcelain

Massive 19th Century Wooden Tray

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H 6.5 in W 27 in D 28 in

Massive 19th Century Wooden Tray

Located in Chicago, IL

A fantastic and lust-worthy 19th century Southeast Asian wooden quern, the vessel used to hold grains in the milling process, with an incredible patina from over a century of use. Qu...

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19th Century Asian Antique Rustic Centerpieces

Materials

Wood

Massive Burl Wood Bowl

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H 12 in W 25 in D 21 in

Massive Burl Wood Bowl

Located in Chicago, IL

An incredible massive burl wood bowl of unbelievable sculptural form with a beautiful texture and a well worn finish only time can bestow. We don't know where this bowl came from, or...

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19th Century Unknown Antique Rustic Centerpieces

Materials

Burl

Rustic centerpieces for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Rustic centerpieces 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 centerpieces created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, natural fiber and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rustic centerpieces 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 centerpieces, popular names associated with this style include Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet, and Juliette Teste. 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 centerpieces differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $446 and tops out at $2,800 while the average work can sell for $898.