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Rustic Dinner Plates

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 French Green Majolica Oyster Plate
19th Century French Green Majolica Oyster Plate

19th Century French Green Majolica Oyster Plate

Located in Austin, TX

Colorful French Majolica green oyster plate with stylized leaves, circa 1890. Very rare color.

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1890s French Antique Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century French Majolica Flowers Plate
19th Century French Majolica Flowers Plate

19th Century French Majolica Flowers Plate

Located in Austin, TX

19th Century French Majolica flowers plate.

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1890s French Antique Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

German Majolica Birds & Grapes Plate, circa 1900
German Majolica Birds & Grapes Plate, circa 1900

German Majolica Birds & Grapes Plate, circa 1900

Located in Austin, TX

German Majolica birds and grapes plate, circa 1900. 7.5 inches diameter.   

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Early 1900s German Antique Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

Casa Cubista Cabana Blue Striped Terracotta Dinnerware Bowls
Casa Cubista Cabana Blue Striped Terracotta Dinnerware Bowls

Casa Cubista Cabana Blue Striped Terracotta Dinnerware Bowls

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This luxurious terracotta dinnerware is handmade from ceramic with fair trade and locally sourced materials from Europe. Each piece is crafted with meticulous attention to detail for...

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2010s Portuguese Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

French Majolica Pink Flowers Salins, circa 1890
French Majolica Pink Flowers Salins, circa 1890

French Majolica Pink Flowers Salins, circa 1890

By Salins

Located in Austin, TX

Lovely French Majolica plate pink flowers on a blue basket weave, circa 1880 attributed to Salins. Very rare color.

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1890s French Antique Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

German Majolica Leaves & Ferns Plate, Circa 1890
German Majolica Leaves & Ferns Plate, Circa 1890

German Majolica Leaves & Ferns Plate, Circa 1890

Located in Austin, TX

German Majolica Leaves & Ferns Plate, Circa 1890.

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1890s German Antique Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century English Majolica Leaves Plate
19th Century English Majolica Leaves Plate

19th Century English Majolica Leaves Plate

Located in Austin, TX

19th Century English Majolica Leaves Plate. Chips on the back.

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1890s English Antique Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

French Majolica Flowers Plate Circa 1890
French Majolica Flowers Plate Circa 1890

French Majolica Flowers Plate Circa 1890

Located in Austin, TX

French Majolica Flowers Plate Circa 1890. Decorated with pink & purple flowers.

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1890s French Antique Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

Casa Cubista Cabana Blue Striped Terracotta Dinner Plates
Casa Cubista Cabana Blue Striped Terracotta Dinner Plates

Casa Cubista Cabana Blue Striped Terracotta Dinner Plates

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This luxurious terracotta dinnerware is handmade from ceramic with fair trade and locally sourced materials from Europe. Each piece is crafted with meticulous attention to detail for...

Category

2010s Portuguese Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

French Majolica Joan of Arc Plate Onnaing, circa 1890
French Majolica Joan of Arc Plate Onnaing, circa 1890

French Majolica Joan of Arc Plate Onnaing, circa 1890

Located in Austin, TX

French Majolica Joan of Arc Plate Onnaing, circa 1890.

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1890s French Antique Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

French Majolica Pink Flowers Salins, circa 1890
French Majolica Pink Flowers Salins, circa 1890

French Majolica Pink Flowers Salins, circa 1890

By Salins

Located in Austin, TX

Lovely French Majolica plate pink flowers on a blue basket weave, circa 1880 attributed to Salins.

Category

1890s French Antique Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

Large German Majolica Leaves & Flowers Plate Circa 1900
Large German Majolica Leaves & Flowers Plate Circa 1900

Large German Majolica Leaves & Flowers Plate Circa 1900

Located in Austin, TX

Large German Majolica Leaves & Flowers Plate Circa 1900. 9 inches diameter.

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1890s German Antique Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Boho Portuguese Hand Painted Dinner Plates - Set of 8
Vintage Boho Portuguese Hand Painted Dinner Plates - Set of 8

Vintage Boho Portuguese Hand Painted Dinner Plates - Set of 8

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Infuse your dining experience with the artisanal charm of this set of eight vintage Boho Portuguese hand-painted dinner plates. Each plate is a unique piece, featuring a captivating ...

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Late 20th Century Portuguese Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Green & Yellow Majolica Oyster Plate
19th Century Green & Yellow Majolica Oyster Plate

19th Century Green & Yellow Majolica Oyster Plate

Located in Austin, TX

Colorful French Majolica green and yellow oyster plate with stylized leaves, circa 1890.

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1890s French Antique Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

German Majolica Leaves Plate circa 1890
German Majolica Leaves Plate circa 1890

German Majolica Leaves Plate circa 1890

Located in Austin, TX

German Majolica Leaves Plate circa 1890.

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1890s German Antique Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

French Majolica Plate, Circa 1890
French Majolica Plate, Circa 1890

French Majolica Plate, Circa 1890

By Salins

Located in Austin, TX

French Majolica plate with a geometrical pattern circa 1890.

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1890s French Antique Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

French Majolica Plate Onnaing, Circa 1890
French Majolica Plate Onnaing, Circa 1890

French Majolica Plate Onnaing, Circa 1890

By Onnaing

Located in Austin, TX

French Majolica plate Onnaing Circa 1890. flowers and blackberries.

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1890s French Antique Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

French Faience Oyster Plate circa 1920
French Faience Oyster Plate circa 1920

French Faience Oyster Plate circa 1920

Located in Austin, TX

French rustic faience oyster plate with flowers and bretonne circa 1920.

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1920s French Vintage Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Faience

Set of majolica plates signed with floral motifs and a pitcher
Set of majolica plates signed with floral motifs and a pitcher

Set of majolica plates signed with floral motifs and a pitcher

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

A charming set comprising two majolica (barbotine) plates with floral decoration and a matching small pitcher. The plates feature rich, raised plant motifs in shades of green and tur...

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20th Century French Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Majolica Grapes Plate Choisy Le Roi
19th Century Majolica Grapes Plate Choisy Le Roi

19th Century Majolica Grapes Plate Choisy Le Roi

By Choisy-le-Roi

Located in Austin, TX

19th century Majolica Grapes plate signed Choisy Le Roi. Made for Higgins & Setter New York. The Higgins & Seiter Company of New York City began selling decorations for the table, in...

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1880s French Antique Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century French Faience Breton Oyster Plate Malicorne
19th Century French Faience Breton Oyster Plate Malicorne

19th Century French Faience Breton Oyster Plate Malicorne

Located in Austin, TX

Antique rare large French faience oyster plate, circa 1890 made by the manufacture of Malicorne with a Breton man on the center and flowers and butterflies.

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Late 19th Century French Antique Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Faience

Casa Cubista Cabana Pink Striped Terracotta Salad Plates
Casa Cubista Cabana Pink Striped Terracotta Salad Plates

Casa Cubista Cabana Pink Striped Terracotta Salad Plates

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This luxurious terracotta dinnerware is handmade from ceramic with fair trade and locally sourced materials from Europe. Each piece is crafted with meticulous attention to detail for...

Category

2010s Portuguese Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

Rustic dinner plates for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Rustic dinner plates 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 dinner plates created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, earthenware and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rustic dinner plates made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Germany pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original dinner plates, popular names associated with this style include Sarreguemines, Henriot Quimper, Wasmuel Majolica, and Villeroy & Boch. 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 dinner plates differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $20 and tops out at $2,800 while the average work can sell for $240.