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Rustic Platters and Serveware

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 German Majolica Cheese Bell
19th Century German Majolica Cheese Bell

19th Century German Majolica Cheese Bell

Located in Austin, TX

19th Century German Majolica Cheese Bell with the underplate. Decorated with leaves.

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1890s German Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century American Wood Tray
19th Century American Wood Tray

19th Century American Wood Tray

Located in Chicago, IL

A fantastic 19th century American carved walnut tray with sloped sides, and a wonderful patina only one hundred years of age can bestow. Perfect for use on your dining table, holding...

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19th Century American Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Walnut

French Majolica Sugar Bowl Fruits Sarreguemines Circa 1920
French Majolica Sugar Bowl Fruits Sarreguemines Circa 1920

French Majolica Sugar Bowl Fruits Sarreguemines Circa 1920

By Sarreguemines

Located in Austin, TX

French Majolica handled Sugar Bowl Fruits Sarreguemines Circa 1920. with strawberries and cherries , grapes.

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1920s French Vintage Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

Chinese Full Moon Dough Bowl, c. 1900
Chinese Full Moon Dough Bowl, c. 1900

Chinese Full Moon Dough Bowl, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

This rustic antique dough bowl was hand-carved from a solid block of wood to an asymmetrical shape with wabi-sabi appeal. Ideal as a platter or catch-all dish, the large tray is chis...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Wood

Tray made of olive wood and rush, signed, France, 1960
Tray made of olive wood and rush, signed, France, 1960

Tray made of olive wood and rush, signed, France, 1960

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Handcrafted tray in olive wood and woven wicker, made in France in the 1960s. This stunning vintage tray combines the warm beauty of solid olive wood with an elegant woven border of...

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1960s French Vintage Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Wood, Wicker, Olive

Petite Chinese Mirror Tray, c. 1850
Petite Chinese Mirror Tray, c. 1850

Petite Chinese Mirror Tray, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

Simple lines, a modest form and a layer of hand-brushed lacquer give this petite wooden tray a provincial charm that recalls the warmth of home. Rich with character, the square tray ...

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Mirror, Pine

1890 Rubelles Majolica Hors d'Oeuvres Dish
1890 Rubelles Majolica Hors d'Oeuvres Dish

1890 Rubelles Majolica Hors d'Oeuvres Dish

By Rubelles 1

Located in Austin, TX

19th-Century French Majolica hors d'oeuvres dish. Signed "Rubelles" with windmill.

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1880s French Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic

French Majolica Flower Butter Pat, circa 1880
French Majolica Flower Butter Pat, circa 1880

French Majolica Flower Butter Pat, circa 1880

Located in Austin, TX

French Majolica flower butter pat, circa 1880.  

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1880s French Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic

Large 19th Century French Majolica Tomato Platter
Large 19th Century French Majolica Tomato Platter

Large 19th Century French Majolica Tomato Platter

Located in Austin, TX

Rare Large 19th Century French Majolica Tomato Platter. From South of France Provence. Trompe l 'oeil. 12 inches diameter. Depth / 2 inches.

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1890s French Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese Rose Mirror Tea Tray, c. 1900
Chinese Rose Mirror Tea Tray, c. 1900

Chinese Rose Mirror Tea Tray, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

Dovetail joinery and a beveled trim add charming detail to the simple lines of this century-old Chinese tea tray. The rectangular tray has developed great character from years of ser...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Mirror, Pine

Woven Chinese Grain Basket
Woven Chinese Grain Basket

Woven Chinese Grain Basket

Located in Chicago, IL

This woven tray basket was originally used for harvesting grains or as a kitchen vessel for food prep and storage. Despite its humble origin, the basket exhibits remarkable workmansh...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Willow

19th Century French Majolica Chesnut Server
19th Century French Majolica Chesnut Server

19th Century French Majolica Chesnut Server

Located in Austin, TX

French Majolica chestnut server circa 1890. Antique sticker of the store in Bordeaux.   

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1890s French Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

French Majolica Strawberries Comport, circa 1880
French Majolica Strawberries Comport, circa 1880

French Majolica Strawberries Comport, circa 1880

By Orchies

Located in Austin, TX

French Majolica strawberries comport or cake stand, circa 1880. Attributed to Orchies.

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1880s French Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Belgium Majolica Cake Stand, circa 1890
Belgium Majolica Cake Stand, circa 1890

Belgium Majolica Cake Stand, circa 1890

Located in Austin, TX

Charming Belgium cake stand or comport with pink flowers, circa 1890.

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1890s Belgian Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Majolica Strawberries Platter with Dog Holding a Basket
19th Century Majolica Strawberries Platter with Dog Holding a Basket

19th Century Majolica Strawberries Platter with Dog Holding a Basket

By Onnaing

Located in Austin, TX

Unusual French Majolica strawberry server with cream and sugar spaces, circa 1890, attributed to Onnaing. Sophistiqued leaves border, the center is decorated with strawberries and a ...

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1890s French Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic

Wooden Tray in the French Provincial Style, France, 1950s
Wooden Tray in the French Provincial Style, France, 1950s

Wooden Tray in the French Provincial Style, France, 1950s

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Large marquetry wooden tray in the French provincial style, France, 1950s. This elegant rectangular wooden serving tray features a central marquetry design inspired by traditional F...

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1950s French Vintage Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Wood

Large French Platter Rooster Choisy le Roi, circa 1840
Large French Platter Rooster Choisy le Roi, circa 1840

Large French Platter Rooster Choisy le Roi, circa 1840

By Choisy-le-Roi

Located in Austin, TX

Early French polychrome platter with roosters signed Choisy le roi, circa 1840. The platter edge area is decorated with grapes and flowers.  

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1840s French Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Faience

Wooden and Metal Tray, France, 20th Century
Wooden and Metal Tray, France, 20th Century

Wooden and Metal Tray, France, 20th Century

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Wooden and metal tray, France, 20th century. An elegant octagonal serving tray made of wood with metal side handles. Its simple and balanced design highlights the beautiful nuances ...

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20th Century Swedish Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Metal

Petite Chinese Tea Tray, c. 1850
Petite Chinese Tea Tray, c. 1850

Petite Chinese Tea Tray, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

Simple lines, a modest form and a layer of hand-brushed lacquer give this petite Qing-dynasty tray a provincial charm that recalls the warmth of home. The original black lacquer fini...

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Petite Chinese Tea Tray, c. 1850
Petite Chinese Tea Tray, c. 1850

Petite Chinese Tea Tray, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

Simple lines, a modest form, and a layer of hand-brushed lacquer give this petite Qing-dynasty tray a provincial charm that recalls the warmth of home. The original black lacquer fin...

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Scandinavian Teak Tray, Sweden, 1960s
Scandinavian Teak Tray, Sweden, 1960s

Scandinavian Teak Tray, Sweden, 1960s

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Scandinavian teak tray, Sweden, 1960s. An elegant serving tray in solid teak, representative of 1960s Scandinavian design. Its elongated silhouette with tapered ends and its slightl...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Wood, Teak

Petite Chinese Tea Tray with Rose Mirror, c. 1900
Petite Chinese Tea Tray with Rose Mirror, c. 1900

Petite Chinese Tea Tray with Rose Mirror, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

Simple lines, a modest form, and a well-worn finish give this small Qing-dynasty tray a provincial charm that recalls the warmth of home. The tray has a beveled pinewood frame, now m...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Mirror, Pine

German Majolica Butter Pat with Leaves circa 1900
German Majolica Butter Pat with Leaves circa 1900

German Majolica Butter Pat with Leaves circa 1900

Located in Austin, TX

German Majolica Butter Pat with Leaf, circa 1900.  

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Early 1900s English Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic

Santa Rosa Majolica Plate in Orange, Yellow, Green & Red-12.25” dia, Hand Painted
Santa Rosa Majolica Plate in Orange, Yellow, Green & Red-12.25” dia, Hand Painted

Santa Rosa Majolica Plate in Orange, Yellow, Green & Red-12.25” dia, Hand Painted

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Santa Rosa majolica plate hand painted in bright colors of orange, yellow, blue-greens and red. The workshop is in the mountains of central Mexico above the city of Guanajuato. The scalloped plate...

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1970s Mexican Vintage Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Majolica

Large Provincial Chinese Farm Tray, c. 1900
Large Provincial Chinese Farm Tray, c. 1900

Large Provincial Chinese Farm Tray, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

This large wooden farm tray from perfectly balances rustic texture with minimalist simplicity. Carved from a solid block of wood, the tray has a rectangular shape with rounded corner...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Pine

Large Provincial Chinese Farm Tray, c. 1900
Large Provincial Chinese Farm Tray, c. 1900

Large Provincial Chinese Farm Tray, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

This large wooden farm tray from perfectly balances rustic texture with minimalist simplicity. Carved from a solid block of wood, the tray has a rectangular shape with rounded corner...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Pine

Large rustic dugout hand carved bowl
Large rustic dugout hand carved bowl

Large rustic dugout hand carved bowl

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Large rustic dugout hand carved bowl circa 1900. Hand made eastern european bowl.  These types of bowls were often used to feed livestock.  Made from a solid tree trunk section and ...

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20th Century Hungarian Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Hardwood

Large Petrified Wood Centerpiece 20"
Large Petrified Wood Centerpiece 20"

Large Petrified Wood Centerpiece 20"

Located in Feasterville Trevose, PA

Details: • Material: 100% natural petrified wood • Origin: Java, Indonesia • Size: approx. 20” x 19” x 1” • Weight: approx. 9 lbs • Finish: polished top, raw natural edge, unpolished...

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15th Century and Earlier Indonesian Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Petrified Wood

Resting Mallard Ducks Serving Tray
Resting Mallard Ducks Serving Tray

Resting Mallard Ducks Serving Tray

Located in Bradenton, FL

A painted wooden serving tray. The tray is painted with three mallard ducks, two males and a female resting by the water's edge. The wooden frame has a pierced handle at each side.

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Late 20th Century Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Wood

German Majolica Leaf Butter Pat circa 1900
German Majolica Leaf Butter Pat circa 1900

German Majolica Leaf Butter Pat circa 1900

Located in Austin, TX

German Majolica Butter Pat with Leaf, circa 1900. Diameter / 3 inches. 6 available.  

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Early 1900s German Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic

Natural Raw Edge Petrified Wood Platter 20"
Natural Raw Edge Petrified Wood Platter 20"

Natural Raw Edge Petrified Wood Platter 20"

Located in Feasterville Trevose, PA

Details: • Material: 100% natural petrified wood • Origin: Java, Indonesia • Size: approx. 20” x 14” x 1” • Weight: approx. 8 lbs • Finish: polished top, raw natural edge, unpolished...

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15th Century and Earlier Indonesian Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Petrified Wood

Natural Petrified Wood Platter 20"
Natural Petrified Wood Platter 20"

Natural Petrified Wood Platter 20"

Located in Feasterville Trevose, PA

Details: • Material: 100% natural petrified wood • Origin: Java, Indonesia • Size: approx. 20” x 16” x 1” • Weight: approx. 9.6 lbs • Finish: polished top, raw natural edge, unpolish...

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15th Century and Earlier Indonesian Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Petrified Wood

Large Austrian Majolica Eggs Platter Circa 1890
Large Austrian Majolica Eggs Platter Circa 1890

Large Austrian Majolica Eggs Platter Circa 1890

Located in Austin, TX

Large Austrian Majolica Eggs Platter Circa 1890. Decorated with wild flowers and wheat.

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1890s French Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Early 20th Century American Breadboard
Early 20th Century American Breadboard

Early 20th Century American Breadboard

Located in Chicago, IL

A charming early 20th century American burled maple breadboard with the word "BREAD" carved into the top, a flower at the bottom with a lo...

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Early 20th Century American Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Maple

French Faience Oval Platter Model Beranger Sarreguemines, Circa 1890
French Faience Oval Platter Model Beranger Sarreguemines, Circa 1890

French Faience Oval Platter Model Beranger Sarreguemines, Circa 1890

By Sarreguemines

Located in Austin, TX

French Faience oval platter Model Beranger Sarreguemines Circa 1890. Measures: 14.2" by 9.5" Pierre-Jean de Béranger (19 August 1780 – 16 July 1857) was a prolific French poet and ...

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1890s French Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic

Early 20th Century French Butcher's Block
Early 20th Century French Butcher's Block

Early 20th Century French Butcher's Block

Located in Chicago, IL

A remarkable early 20th century French chunky carved maple butcher's block with a primitive form, and a well worn finish. Perfect for chopping vegetable and bread, or serving cheese ...

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Early 20th Century French Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Maple

Petrified Wood Platter
Petrified Wood Platter

Petrified Wood Platter

Located in Feasterville Trevose, PA

Details: • Material: 100% natural petrified wood • Origin: Java, Indonesia • Size: approx. 18” x 13” x 1” • Weight: approx. 9.6 lbs • Finish: polished top, raw natural edge, unpolish...

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15th Century and Earlier Indonesian Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Petrified Wood

German Majolica Bird Cake Stand Circa 1890
German Majolica Bird Cake Stand Circa 1890

German Majolica Bird Cake Stand Circa 1890

Located in Austin, TX

German Majolica Bird Cake Stand Circa 1890. Bird with a branch and flowers.

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1890s French Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage fruit tray by Riccardo Marzi RM, Made in Italy - Firenze, 1990s
Vintage fruit tray by Riccardo Marzi RM, Made in Italy - Firenze, 1990s

Vintage fruit tray by Riccardo Marzi RM, Made in Italy - Firenze, 1990s

Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI

Riccardo Marzi from Florence, Italy, came from a family of artists and worked in several studios in Florence in the late fifties. His curiosity about new materials from the very begi...

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Late 20th Century Italian Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Epoxy Resin

Ceramic Handmade Dipped Terracotta & White Circular Cheese Board Platter
Ceramic Handmade Dipped Terracotta & White Circular Cheese Board Platter

Ceramic Handmade Dipped Terracotta & White Circular Cheese Board Platter

By Casa Cubista

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Handmade and hand painted ceramics from one of the mother countries, Portugal, these beautiful pieces for your table will add a modern and graphic touch and are perfect to mix and ma...

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2010s Portuguese Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Terracotta

Large 19th Century French Faience Roses Platter
Large 19th Century French Faience Roses Platter

Large 19th Century French Faience Roses Platter

Located in Austin, TX

Large 19th Century French Faience Flowers Platter. From East of France.

Category

1890s French Antique Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Faience

Rustic platters and serveware for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Rustic platters and serveware 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 platters and serveware created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, wall decorations, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rustic platters and serveware 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 platters and serveware, popular names associated with this style include Sarreguemines, Henriot Quimper, Casa Cubista, and Digoin & Sarreguemines. 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 platters and serveware differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $46 and tops out at $4,350 while the average work can sell for $484.