French Green Majolica Acanthus Leaves Plate, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica acanthus leaves plates, circa 1880.
1880s French Antique Rustic Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Ceramic
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.
French Green Majolica Acanthus Leaves Plate, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica acanthus leaves plates, circa 1880.
Ceramic
Small French Red Majolica Creamer Pitcher Onnaing, Circa 1920
By Onnaing
Located in Austin, TX
Small French red majolica creamer pitcher signed Onnaing Circa 1920.
Ceramic
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...
Wood, Wicker, Olive
French Majolica Cornflower Plate Sarreguemines, Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica cornflower and wheat plate Sarreguemines, Circa 1890.
Ceramic
Set of Five Vintage Shafford Fruit du Jour Ceramic Salad Plates, 1987
Located in Coral Gables, FL
A charming set of five vintage Shafford ceramic salad plates from the Fruit du Jour collection, dated 1987. Each plate is beautifully decorated with r...
Ceramic
Antique French Country Wooden & Iron Herb Cutter or Cheese Board
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautifully timeworn antique wooden herb cutter with forged iron blade and handle, dating to the early 20th century. Originally used as a utilitarian kitchen tool, the piece now re...
Iron
Majolica Chesnut Leaf Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica chesnut leaf plate Sarreguemines, circa 1890.
Ceramic
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.
Faience
stainless-steel cutlery set with antler handles Solingen Germany
Located in Vienna, AT
18-piece stainless-steel cutlery set with antler handles, crafted in the tradition of Hubertus Solingen workmanship. The set includes knives, forks, and spoons, each combining durabl...
Stainless Steel
Majolica Chesnut Leaf Plate Villeroy & Boch, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica chesnut leaf plate signed Villeroy & Boch, circa 1890.
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica, Pottery
French Majolica Bird and Grapes Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica bird with grapes aqua plate signed Sarreguemines, circa 1880.
Ceramic
Majolica Strawberries Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica strawberries plate signed Sarreguemines Majolica, circa 1870.
Ceramic
Majolica Leaves Oval Platter Choisy le Roi, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica Leaves Oval Platter Choisy le Roi, circa 1890 11.5 by 8 inches.
Ceramic, Faience
Vintage Metal Vase – Spain, Circa 1930
Located in Barcelona, ES
Vintage Metal Vase – Spain, Circa 1930 Description: This vintage metal vase, crafted in Spain circa 1930 by an unknown manufacturer, embodies the elegance and simplicity of early 20...
Metal
German Majolica Leaves & Ferns Plate, Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
German Majolica Leaves & Ferns Plate, Circa 1890.
Ceramic
Vintage Mexican Terracotta Bowl
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful vintage Mexican terracotta bowl with two handles, a ruffled lip, two large drip glazed splotches inside. The exterior is unglazed. Perfect f...
Terracotta
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.
Ceramic
Antique Cast Iron Griswold #8 Waffle Iron
Located in New Orleans, LA
An American antique iron Griswold #8 waffle iron.
Iron
French Pottery Majolica Rabbit Pâté Tureen circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Pottery Majolica Rabbit Pate Tureen circa 1950.
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica, Pottery
French Majolica Bird & Cherries Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica bird with cherries aqua plate Sarreguemines, circa 1880. One chip on the back.
Ceramic
Majolica Chesnut Leaf Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica chesnut leaf & bogue plate Sarreguemines, circa 1890.
Ceramic
Large 19th Century Majolica Artichoke Pitcher Wasmuel
Located in Austin, TX
Large 19th Century Majolica artichoke Pitcher Wasmuel.
Ceramic
German Majolica Leaves & Flowers Plate circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
German Majolica Leaves & Flowers Plate Circa 1900.
Ceramic
Large German Majolica Leaves & Flowers Plate Circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Large German Majolica Leaves & Flowers Plate Circa 1900. 9 inches diameter.
Ceramic
Early 20th Century Traditional Spanish Ceramic Vase
Located in Barcelona, ES
Early 20th century traditional Spanish ceramic vase. Manufactured in Spain, early 20th century. In original condition with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserving a beauti...
Ceramic
Set of Six Vintage Italian Hand-Painted Vegetable Plates
Located in Coral Gables, FL
A charming set of six vintage Italian hand-painted ceramic plates, each decorated in raised relief with a different garden vegetable motif. Beautifully sculpted and finished in vibra...
Ceramic
French Faience Plate Quimper circa 1960
Located in Austin, TX
French Faience plate quimper circa 1960. Breton with flowers.
Faience
$155 / set
Japanese Stoneware Mugs - Set of 4
Located in Bradenton, FL
A set of four colorful stoneware mugs. Each is glazed with a speckled white and gloss brown glaze, separated with a band of color; coral, mustard, olive green and cerulean blue. Mark...
Stoneware
French Majolica Bird & Cherries Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica bird with cherries aqua plate Sarreguemines, circa 1880.
Ceramic
Large German Majolica Grapes & Acanthus Plate
Located in Austin, TX
Large German Majolica Grapes & Acanthus Plate. 9 inches diameter.
Ceramic
German Porcelain Majolica Penguin Egg Cup, circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
German Porcelain Majolica Penguin Egg Cup, circa 1920.
Ceramic, Majolica, Porcelain
Large German Majolica Cherries Platter Circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
Large German Majolica Cherries Platter Circa 1920. 11.3 inches diameter.
Ceramic
French Pottery Majolica Rabbit Pâté Tureen circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
French Pottery Majolica Rabbit Pate Tureen circa 1950.
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica, Pottery
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...
Wood
Majolica Cabbage Leaf Soup Tureen With Lid and Underplate
Located in Bradenton, FL
20th Century Faiancas Belo Portuguese Majolica Cabbage Leaf Soup Tureen with Lid and Underplate. Features a charming and sculptural cabbage-form ceramic soup tureen with matching lid...
Majolica
French Faience Plate Quimper circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
French Faience plate quimper circa 1950.
Faience
German Porcelain Majolica Chick Egg Cup, circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
German Porcelain Majolica Chick Egg Cup, circa 1920.
Ceramic, Majolica, Porcelain
French Majolica Dish Strawberry Leaf , circa 1890
By Onnaing
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica Dish Strawberry Leaf , circa 1890
Ceramic, Faience
19th Century Green & Yellow Majolica Oyster Plate
Located in Austin, TX
Colorful French Majolica green and yellow oyster plate with stylized leaves, circa 1890.
Ceramic
19th Century Majolica Apples Plate Choisy Le Roi
Located in Austin, TX
19th century Majolica Apples plate signed Choisy Le Roi. Made for Higgins & Seiter New York. The Higgins & Seiter Company of New York City began selling decorations for the table, in...
Ceramic
Mid-Century French Faience Quimper Yellow Oyster Plate
Located in Austin, TX
French faience black and yellow oyster plate signed Quimper, circa 1940.
Ceramic, Faience
Antique Chinese Bent Handle Merchant's Tray, Early 20th Century
Located in Chicago, IL
This antique Chinese merchant's tray from the early 20th century charms with an asymmetrical form and well-loved, wabi-sabi patina. The square box base is crafted of pinewood boards ...
Pine, Bentwood
Majolica Strawberries Plate Sarreguemines, Circa 1870
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Majolica strawberries plate signed Sarreguemines, circa 1870. Rare chocolate color. 7 plates available individually.
Ceramic
French Majolica Fruits Cake Stand or Comport Sarreguemines, circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica fruits cake stand or comport signed Sarreguemines, circa 1920.
Ceramic
German Majolica Leaves & Ferns Plate, Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
German Majolica Leaves & Ferns Plate, Circa 1890. one hairline.
Ceramic
19th Century German Majolica Begonia Plate
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century German Majolica Begonia Plate
Ceramic, Faience
Set of Two 19th Century Hand Painted Rustic Popular Traditional Ceramic
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of two 19th century hand painted rustic popular traditional ceramic. By unknown artisan, France. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserv...
Ceramic
German Majolica Apple Plate, circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Small German Majolica apple plate, circa 1900. Measure: 7.3" diameter.
Ceramic
German Majolica Leaves & Ferns Plate, Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
German Majolica Leaves & Ferns Plate, Circa 1890.
Ceramic
Solingen Othello Germany 3-Piece Rustic Horn Handle Silver Carving Utensil Set
Located in Queens, NY
3-Piece German Rustic stainless steel and horn carving utensil set comprised of a carving knife, carving fork, and shears, in a green satin-lined box. (stampled, OTHELLO SOLINGEN ROS...
Horn
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.
Ceramic
German Majolica Leaves & Ferns Plate, Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
German Majolica Leaves & Ferns Plate, Circa 1890.
Ceramic
French Green Majolica Acanthus Leaves Plate, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica acanthus leaves plates, circa 1880.
Ceramic
A collection of 19th Century Faience vases or 'Albarelli' from Puglia
Located in London, GB
Three 19th Century faience vases or 'albarelli' from Puglia. Southern Italy, 19th century. The vases measure 20 x 17 cm, 16 x 15 cm and 16 x 14 cm.
Faience
Majolica Green Leaf Platter Sarreguemines, circa 1930
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica green leaf platter Sarreguemines, Circa 1930.
Ceramic
French Majolica Roses & Flowers Plate Salins, Circa 1890
By Salins
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica Roses & Flowers Plate Salins, Circa 1890.
Ceramic
Large Green Majolica Platter Sarreguemines Digoin, circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
Large Green Majolica platter Sarreguemines Digoin, circa 1920. Basket weave trompe l'oeil. 2 platters available. Bread or fruits platters.
Ceramic, Faience
Majolica Pitcher with Cicada Sicard circa 1950
By Louis Sicard
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica pitcher with cicada and olives signed Sicard, circa 1950. From South of France (Provence).
Ceramic
Italian Vintage Green Pottery One Liter Pitcher
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage green glazed pottery pitcher, made in Italy and marketed by Williams-Sonoma, discontinued in 2007. The deep green jug shows raised mold work reading “1 Lit” on the side, r...
Pottery
19th Century French Majolica Pumpkin Leaves Centerpiece Choisy-le-Roi
Located in Austin, TX
19th century large French Majolica pumpkin leaves and flowers handled centerpiece jardinière signed Choisy-le-Roi.
Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery