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.
Antique Farmhouse Hammered Copper Tea Kettle
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Rustic Mission Hammered Copper Tea Kettle 11 d x 9 w x 12.5 h Preowned unrestored vintage antique condition. Refer to images listed please.
Copper
French Faience Cup & Saucer Henriot Quimper Circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
French Faience cup & saucer signed HB Quimper circa 1900.
Faience
$285 / set
Ceramic Tea & Coffee Pot Set by Hall's
By Hall's Superior Quality Kithenware 1
Located in Bradenton, FL
A ceramic tea and coffee pot set in the Autumn Leaf pattern by Hall's. This pattern was produced exclusively for Jewel Tea Company and was discontinued in 19...
Ceramic
Celia Handmade Whimsical Ceramic Sugar Pot with Spoon from Portugal
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A handmade sugar pot to store your sweetener This sweet sugarpot will add a whimsical splash of rustic charm to your home decor! Lovingly handmade in ceramic and adorned with beaded ...
Ceramic
Italy 19th Century Tuscany Kitchen Copper Water Kettle Pot
Located in Brescia, IT
This is an original artcrafted piece made in Florence Tuscany, Italy in the circa 1890. There is the Florentine lily engraved. The copper kettle shows ...
Brass, Copper
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...
Pottery
Antique Hand-Forged Iron Cooking Ladles – Set of Three Rustic Kitchen Utensils
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A stunning set of three antique hand-forged iron cooking ladles, each with a unique rustic charm. These vintage kitchen utensils were crafted using traditional blacksmithing techniqu...
Iron
Vintage Boho Studio Pottery Teapot
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This authentic vintage teapot exemplifies the robust texture and organic styling of mid-century Studio Pottery, celebrating raw earthenware and artisanal decoration. Hand-thrown with...
Earthenware, Pottery, Stoneware
$350
H 8 in W 10 in D 6 in
Antique "The Windermere Hotel" London Silver Plated Coffee Tea Pot by Gorham
By Gorham
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique "The Windermere Hotel" London Silver Plated Coffee Tea Pot by Gorham. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 8" H x 10" W x 6" D.
Silver Plate
$270Sale Price|20% Off
H 9.06 in W 8.67 in D 7.49 in
French, Terracotta Confit Pot Yellow Glaze, Late 19th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
French terracotta confit pot. Traditional large earthenware pottery confit pot from South West France with yellow glaze. This vessel was used from the 19th to the mid-20th century to...
Terracotta
Mandarin Tea Pot
By Casarialto
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted entirely by hand of mouth-blown transparent glass, this elegant teapot boasts a striking texture of parallel lines that run vertically on its curvaceous body, accentuating it...
Glass
Henriot Quimper Mid-Century French Faïence Sunny Yellow Floral Oyster Plate
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Always charming, French Quimper Faïence oyster plates, circa 1950–1960. Glazed with a bright sun yellow ground, six wells surround a raised center condiment well. The wells are hand...
Earthenware
$775
H 5 in W 11.25 in D 7.75 in
19th Century French Hand Painted Faience Jardiniere Signed Henriot Quimper
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a buffet or table with this colorful antique faience jardiniere. Crafted in Brittany, France, circa 1880, the oval planter features crown shaped scalloped edges and is dress...
Ceramic, Faience
$694 / set
H 4.34 in W 7.88 in D 4.93 in
Mid-Century Gio Ponti Silver Plated Set, tea Pot, sugar and bowl, for A. Krupp
Located in London, Fitzrovia
Gio Ponti, A large Mid-Century Silver Plated 75CL Tea Pot with sugar, breakfast bowl and a small dish, for Arthur Krupp. Designed for the VI triennale, 1930's to 1950's. dimensions ...
Metal
Small 19th Century Yellow Glazed French Ceramic Confit Jar #3
Located in Munich, DE
Beautiful small confit jar with its characteristic yellow glaze. Confit jars were used primarily in the South of France for the preservation of meats such as duck or goose for dishes such as cassoulet or foie gras...
Terracotta
Small 19th Century Yellow Glazed French Ceramic Confit Jar #2
Located in Munich, DE
Beautiful small confit jar with its characteristic yellow glaze. Confit jars were used primarily in the South of France for the preservation of meats such as duck or goose for dishes such as cassoulet or foie gras...
Terracotta
$356Sale Price|45% Off
H 10.44 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
19th Century French Green Glazed Earthenware Jug or Water Cruche
Located in Buisson, FR
Great authentic and rare piece of pottery from the Provence. Beautiful weathered and an amazing color. Imperfections help authenticate this water cruche as it was a utilitarian type...
Earthenware
$477Sale Price|33% Off
H 8.67 in W 9.06 in D 7.49 in
19th Century French Green Glazed Terracotta Jug or Water Cruche
Located in Buisson, FR
Great authentic and rare piece of pottery with a spout in handle from the Provence. Beautiful weathered and an amazing color. Imperfections help authenticate this water cruche as it ...
Terracotta
Antique Chinese Cup & Saucer, circa 1840
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique Chinese cup & saucer, circa 1840.
Porcelain
$556Sale Price|20% Off
H 1.5 in W 7.5 in D 7 in
Antique French Faience Quimper Inkwell Pen Tray, circa 1900
Located in Pearland, TX
A charming antique French faience Quimper double inkwell and pen tray desk set, circa 1900. This gorgeous inkwell is hand painted with a traditional Breton man surrounded by bagpipes...
Faience
Mid Century Modern Black Ceramic Tea Set
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Mid Century Modern Black Ceramic Tea Set, circa 1950 Manufactured in France In original condition, with minor wear consistent of age and use, pr...
Ceramic
Vintage Japanese Cast Iron Tetsubin Teapot with Floral Relief Pattern
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This exquisite vintage Japanese cast iron Tetsubin teapot showcases a beautifully embossed floral relief pattern, embodying the elegance of traditional craftsmanship. With its gracef...
Iron
Sold
H 15.36 in W 11.03 in D 6.7 in
Vintage French Enamelwared Sculptural Decorative Coffee Maker, circa 1920
Located in Barcelona, ES
Vintage French enamelware coffee maker. By unknown manufacturer, France, circa 1920. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful pa...
Sheet Metal
Handmade Faceted Stoneware Tea Set
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handmade Faceted Stoneware Tea Set. American, circa 1960. Signed studio pottery. Safely holds hot water.
Stoneware
Sold
H 10.75 in W 8 in D 10.75 in
Primitive Antique Copper Tea Pot Coffee Kettle Cowboy Farmhouse Teapot 11"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique copper teapot / coffee pot featuring primitive styling with nice handles and lid. Dimensions: 10.75" x 8" x 10.75" (Width x Depth x Hei...
Copper
Sold
H 14 in W 11 in D 12.25 in
Antique 19th Century Copper Tea Coffee Pot Campfire Ship Kettle Water Can
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique copper coffee kettle used to brew over an open flame in the late 19th century. Measures: 14".
Copper
French Faience Covered Handled Bowl, Circa 1900
By Desvres
Located in Austin, TX
French faience covered handled bowl, circa 1900. Coat of arms and floral pattern.
Faience
French Faience Teapot Desvres, Circa 1900
By Desvres
Located in Austin, TX
French Faience teapot Desvres, Rouen style Circa 1900. Coat of arms and floral pattern.
Faience
Chinese Bamboo Teapot with Arched Handle, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Tea drinking has been an integral part of Chinese culture for centuries, resulting in a wide range of social customs and material traditions. In addition to tea leaves, water, and he...
Bamboo
Cast Iron Tea Pot, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This early 20th century cast iron tea pot would have been an essential part of everyday life in China. Cast iron retains heat for long periods of tim...
Iron