Rustic Pottery
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 the 1903 Thomas Lee Adirondack chair.
Rustic design is perhaps mostly about texture and humble materials: hand-hewn 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 furniture helps bring the beauty of the outdoors inside. As you can see on 1stDibs, rustic wares offer no end of inspiration.
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Style: Rustic
Period: 19th Century
19th C. Spanish Botijo Water Cooling Jug in Unglazed Terracotta
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This handmade terracotta 'botijo' is a traditional unglazed Spanish jug, the ancient and ingenious design of which has been perfected over centuries for the cooling and serving of fr...
Category
19th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Pottery
Materials
Earthenware, Terracotta
19th C. Terracotta Cruche with Two Handles
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This antique French terracotta cruche dates from the 19th century, and would have once been used to store and transport olive or walnut oil, or to keep drinking water fresh and cool....
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Pottery
Materials
Earthenware, Terracotta
Large Antique 19th c. French Confit Jar With Original Lid And Ribbon Handles
Located in New Orleans, LA
A wonderful large Antique French pottery confit jar complete with its original lid, this unusual jar is a fabulous size and shape and has a beautiful glaze and ribbon handles. Origin...
Category
1880s French Antique Rustic Pottery
Materials
Pottery
Large Green Terracotta Confit Pot, France 19th Century
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A large and beautiful antique Provençal terracotta confit pot, glazed in a stunning deep green. Featuring two side handles, this pot would have originally served a very utilitarian purpose in a French kitchen, stored in a stone-lined larder or outhouse to keep all...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Pottery
Materials
Earthenware, Terracotta
19th C. Glazed Pouring Jug from Dordogne Region of France
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A very pretty petite glazed jug originating from the Dordogne region of south-west France and dating from the 19th century. Originally conceived for the storage and preservation of n...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Pottery
Materials
Earthenware, Terracotta
19th Century Salt Glazed Stoneware Crock
Located in Doylestown, PA
19th century two gallon salt glazed stoneware crock, circa 1860s.
In the style of H. Weston, the crock features a rounded rim, applied lug handle...
Category
Mid-19th Century North American Antique Rustic Pottery
Materials
Stoneware
French 19th Century Fired Clay and Green Glaze Lidded Pottery Heater
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French fired clay and green glazed pottery heater from the 19th century with lid, large handle and petite holes at the top. This 19th-century French fired clay and green glazed pot...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Pottery
Materials
Pottery, Clay
19th C. Classic French Terracotta Confit Pot
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A charming terracotta 'Confit pot' with two side handles, glazed internally and full of character thanks to its authentic, time-worn patina. Once used in a southern French kitchen fo...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Pottery
Materials
Earthenware, Terracotta
19th C. French Half Glazed Terracotta Water Cruche
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A charming and authentic 19th century ceramic water pitcher, or ‘cruche’, with top and side handles, and pouring spout. Originally a piece of utilitarian kitchenware, used for transporting and storing cold water, this wonderfully charismatic tall Provençal jug...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Pottery
Materials
Terracotta
19th C. French Cream Glazed Terracotta Water Pitcher with Flowers
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A very pretty 19th century glazed terracotta water pitcher, from the Provence region of southern France. Glazed inside and out in a delicious creamy beige, the exterior has been hand...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Pottery
Materials
Earthenware, Terracotta
French 19th Century Green and Brown Glazed Pottery Cake Mold with Grooves
Located in Atlanta, GA
A rustic French pottery cake mold from the 19th century with green glaze. Delight in the antique charm of this 19th century French pottery cake mold. With its rustic allure and charm...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Pottery
Materials
Pottery
Rustic French 19th Century Pottery Jug with Yellow Glaze and Three Handles
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French pottery water jug from the 19th century with yellow glaze and three handles. Enhance your collection of French pottery with this charming 19th-century water jug. Hand craft...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Pottery
Materials
Pottery
French 19th Century Pottery Bowl
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A fetching French 19th century pottery bowl of vibrant color with floral designs. This bowl has been glazed a lively warm orange with ...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Pottery
Materials
Ceramic
Rustic French 19th Century Olive Oil Pottery Jug with Brown and Mustard Glaze
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rustic French 19th century pottery olive oil jug with front spout, large upper handle and back one. This 19th-century rustic French pottery olive oil jug exudes an irresistible old-w...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Pottery
Materials
Pottery
19th C. French Petite Rustic Terracotta Confit Pot
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A small and beautifully shaped Provençal 'Confit Pot', made from traditional terracotta, and featuring the customary half-glazed exterior. Two elegantly formed side handles complete its practical design. These quintessentially French clay pots...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Pottery
Materials
Earthenware, Terracotta
French 19th Century Pottery Bowl
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A delightful French 19th century pottery bowl of vibrant color with floral designs. This tall bowl has been glazed a lively warm orang...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Pottery
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century, Italian Yellow/ Green Glazed Earthenware Jug/Jar
Located in Buisson, FR
Great authentic piece of pottery from Italy. Unique and rare glaze. Beautiful weathered. Chips and imperfections help authenticate this jug/ jar as it was a utilitarian type piece,
...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Pottery
Materials
Earthenware
19th C. French Petite Colorful Terracotta Pitcher
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A tiny French rustic terracotta water or milk jug with handle and shaped spout, decorated in an eye-catching multicoloured glaze. Ideal for a country...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Pottery
Materials
Terracotta, Earthenware
Set of Monochrome Architectural Clay Pots of Mexican Origin
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Left to right as pictured:
Left:
Dimensions: Bottom diameter 4"
Top diameter 4"
Overall diameter 6"
Height 5 3/4"
Middle:
Dimensions: Bottom diameter 4 1/2"
Top diameter ...
Category
19th Century Mexican Antique Rustic Pottery
Materials
Terracotta
Glazed Water Jug with Floral Design
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A very attractive little ceramic water or milk jug with handle and shaped spout, its exterior glazed in dark brown and hand-painted with a gorgeous encircling design of flowers, and ...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Pottery
Materials
Terracotta, Earthenware
English 19th Century Pottery Container with Hat Box Shape and Petite Lid
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English pottery container from the 19th century, with hat box shape and "solid leather" depicted on the top. Created in England during the reign o...
Category
19th Century English Antique Rustic Pottery
Materials
Pottery
Early 19th Century Terracotta Water Jar from Mexico
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Early 19th century terracotta water jar from Norther Puebla, Mexico. Unusually wide format pot with large intact handles. The majority of the neck...
Category
Early 19th Century Mexican Antique Rustic Pottery
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Terracotta
Late 19th Century Two Handled Antique Portuguese Stoneware Jug
Located in London, GB
A double handled antique Portuguese stoneware jug. Late 19th century. The jug has one flattened side for it to be stored on its laying down. Jugs such as these were used throughout I...
Category
19th Century Portuguese Antique Rustic Pottery
Materials
Stoneware
Salt Glazed Stoneware Pottery Crocks 19th Century Blue and Grey
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Salt glazed stone ware pottery crocks 19th century.
3 different designs.
Heights 30, 25, 18 cm.
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Pottery
Materials
Stoneware
Rustic French 19th Century Pottery Mug with Yellow, Green and Rust Glaze
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French pottery mug from the 19th century, with yellow, green and rust glaze. Created in France during the 19th century, this pottery mug features a cylindrical curving body showcas...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Pottery
Materials
Pottery
Rustic French 19th Century Glazed Terracotta Covered Baking Dish with Flowers
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French rustic glazed terracotta covered baking dish from the 19th century, with brown and green floral décor. Created in France during the 19th century, this covered baking dish fe...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Pottery
Materials
Terracotta
French 19th Century Rustic Pitcher with Rust Colored Glaze and Straight Handle
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French rustic pitcher from the 19th century, with rust colored glaze and straight handle. Created in France during the 19th century, this pitcher features a cylindrical body adorne...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Pottery
Materials
Pottery
Rustic French Glazed Terracotta 19th Century Oil Jug with Distressed Appearance
Located in Atlanta, GA
A rustic French glazed terracotta oil jug from the 19th century, with wavy lines and nicely distressed appearance. Created in France during the 19th century, this glazed terracotta p...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Pottery
Materials
Terracotta
Rustic French 19th Century Pottery Pot with Brown Glaze and Straight Handle
Located in Atlanta, GA
A rustic French pottery pot from the 19th century, with brown glaze and straight handle. Created in France during the 19th century, this pottery pot...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Pottery
Materials
Pottery
Rustic French 19th Century Pottery Vegetable Steamer with Yellow Glaze
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French rustic pottery vegetable steamer from the 19th century, with yellow glaze. Created in France during the 19th century, this vegetable ste...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Pottery
Materials
Pottery
French Brown Glazed Pottery Pitcher with Yellow and Green Textured Accents
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French glazed pottery pitcher from the 19th century, with textured finish and floral motifs. Created in France during the 19th century, this rustic pitcher features a brown texture...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Pottery
Materials
Pottery
Spanish 1830s Rustic Wine or Olive Oil Jugs with Distressed Patina, Sold Each
Located in Atlanta, GA
Spanish rustic wine or olive oil jugs from the early 19th century, priced and sold individually. Prices range from $175 each for the small ones to $495 each for the large ones. Creat...
Category
Early 19th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Pottery
Materials
Pottery
Rustic pottery for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Rustic pottery 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 pottery created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, terracotta and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rustic pottery made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original pottery, popular names associated with this style include Casa Cubista, Omar Hernández , Albert Thiry, and Rolando Regino Porras. 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 pottery 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 $2,500 while the average work can sell for $520.
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