Functional pieces made with local materials that can stand the test of time have defined antique and vintage country furniture around the world.
Country style has varied based on regional tastes, from French Country with tufted sofas and cane-framed beds to American Country with stately Windsor chairs and tables built of pine. Each is imbued with touches that are often described as rustic, a style that is inclusive of a range of decorating modes such as country and farmhouse. Exposed wood, traditional fabrics, natural colors and a sense of heritage through distressed surfaces and handcrafted design are all attributes of country-style interiors.
Country furniture and decor can encompass movements from across centuries that reflect rural life, such as French Provincial, which emerged in the 17th century, Black Forest, which became popular in early-19th-century Switzerland with sculptural furniture carved with animals and Adirondack style, with chairs that debuted in the United States in the early 20th century and became a rustic favorite.
The design of country-style furniture isn’t guided by fleeting trends or elite tastes. Sofas upholstered with animal hide, desks made of oak or pine that show off the grain of their material and dining room tables balanced on sturdy square legs are all popular examples of country furniture. Although the aesthetics of country furniture are eclectic, the pieces are unified by meticulous construction that favors utility over ornamentation.
Contemporary country interiors usually have muted palettes, with white walls and calming shades of blue, where heirloom pieces mingle with vintage baskets and gingham textiles. Unpretentious and timeless, country furniture adds warmth to any home, whether it’s a cabin in the woods or an urban loft apartment.
Find a collection of antique and vintage country tables, seating, decorative objects and more furniture on 1stDibs.
Garden Whimsy: Large Italian Ceramic Cabbage Tureen & Stand
Located in Downingtown, PA
Garden Whimsy: Large Italian Ceramic Cabbage Tureen & Stand, 1960s A substantial and whimsical Italian ceramic tureen and cover, dating to the mid-20th century (circa 1960s). This ...
Ceramic
Small Brown Majolica Rabbit Tureen Caugant
Located in Austin, TX
Small Majolica rabbit tureen signed Caugant, circa 1940-1950.
Ceramic
French Pair of Ironstone Lidded Tureens by Hippolyte Boulenger
By Roscoff, Hippolyte Boulenger 1
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A splendid pair of antique French ironstone lidded soup tureens, or legumières, similar in design, although not identical. Once used for servi...
Ironstone
French Pottery Pitcher, Circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
French brown pottery pitcher circa 1900.
Pottery
French Country Majolica Pheasant Tureen, circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica pheasant tureen from Caugant, circa 1950.
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
19th Century Majolica Trompe L'oeil Chestnut Tureen Sarreguemines
Located in Austin, TX
19th Majolica chestnut tureen signed Sarreguemines. rare Bag trompe L'oeil.
Ceramic
French Majolica Brown Hen Tureen Caugant
Located in Austin, TX
Rustic French Majolica Brown Hen Tureen circa 1950 signed Caugant.
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
French Majolica Rooster Tureen Caugant
Located in Austin, TX
French country majolica rooster tureen, circa 1950 signed Caugant.
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
French Country Majolica Pheasant Tureen, circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica pheasant tureen from Caugant, circa 1950.
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
French Majolica Corn Tureen Sarreguemines, circa 1940
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica corn tureen signed Sarreguemines, circa 1940.
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
French Majolica Fruits Tureen Sarreguemines, circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica fruits tureen signed Sarreguemines, circa 1920.
Ceramic
Small Creamware Tureen with Brown Grapes Decoration England Circa 1820
By Spode
Located in Katonah, NY
This charming small creamware tureen showcases the "Brown Grapes" pattern, a refined Neoclassical design. Crafted at the Spode factory in Stoke-upon-Trent, Staffordshire, England, ci...
Creamware
French Majolica Brown Hen Tureen Caugant
Located in Austin, TX
Rustic French Majolica Brown Hen Tureen circa 1950 signed Caugant.
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
French Majolica Mirabelle Plums Tureen Sarreguemines, circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica Mirabelle Plums Tureen Sarreguemines, circa 1920.
Ceramic
$480Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage White Porcelain Footed Soup Tureen with heavy gold trim
Located in Birmingham, AL
Large White Porcelain Footed Tureen with paneled body, heavy gold trim and embossed floral finial. Unused, Near Mint. Approximately 12'' tall till the finial of the cover lid and 13....
Ceramic
French Majolica Mirabelle Plums Tureen Sarreguemines, circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica Mirabelle Plums Tureen Sarreguemines, circa 1920.
Ceramic
Small French Majolica Rooster Tureen Caugant
Located in Austin, TX
Very rare Small Majolica rooster Tureen Caugant, circa 1950. Could be a prototype for the manufacture. Miniature tureen H / 3 inches.
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
French Majolica Brown Hen Tureen Caugant
Located in Austin, TX
Rustic French Majolica Brown Hen Tureen circa 1950 signed Caugant.
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
Majolica Goose Tureen, circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Brown Majolica goose tureen signed on underside Caugant, circa 1950.
Ceramic
Late 20th Century Italian Majolica Duck Form Soup Tureen with Ladle
Located in Dallas, TX
Add a touch of charm and whimsy to your table with this unique style duck-form soup tureen. Crafted in Italy circa 1980, the ceramic serving piece is modeled as a resting mallard, co...
Majolica, Porcelain
$550
H 6.5 in W 8.5 in D 4.5 in
Italian Majolica Duck or Goose Cabbage and Cauliflower Tureen with Lid and Ladle
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A hand-painted Italian majolica cabbageware or lettuceware bird and cauliflower tureen with lid and ladle. This petite ceramic serving dish will be ...
Ceramic, Paint
Majolica French Ceramic Cow Tureen Caugant
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica cow tureen circa 1940 signed Caugant.
Ceramic, Faience
Vintage Coastal Glazed Ceramic Crab Tureen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of coastal elegance to your dining experience with this vintage glazed ceramic tureen. Its beautifully crafted ocean-inspired design and vibrant glaze make it a standout ...
Ceramic
Paris Porcelain Covered Tureen on Stand, Le Tallec, Dated 1959
Located in New York, NY
Paris porcelain covered tureen on stand, Le Tallec, dated 1959. Made for Tiffany & Co.
Porcelain
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
1970s French Ceramic Cauliflower Soup Tureen with Lid and Matching Base
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
1970s French Ceramic Cauliflower Soup Tureen with Lid and Matching Base – Realistic & Decorative Description: This charming and original French ceramic soup tureen, crafted in the 1...
Ceramic
Antique French White Ironstone Lidded Soup Tureen
Located in Pearland, TX
A gorgeous antique French white ironstone lidded soup tureen, circa 1900. No maker's mark. This fine soup tureen has a decorative finial and lovely ornate handles. It displays beauti...
Ironstone
Pink Cabbage Glazed Ceramic Small Tureen or Bowl, Portugal, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
A lovely hand painted Majolica ceramic pink cabbage small tureen, sugar bowl or sauceboat with lid. Manufactured by Bordallo Pinheiro. Portugal, 1960s This eye-catching small cabbage tureen...
Majolica, Pottery, Ceramic
$525
H 7.49 in Dm 10.63 in
Tureen, Salad Bowl or Vide-Poche in the Shape of a Cauliflower, France, 1980s
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Cabbage-shaped ceramic tureen, salad bowl, or trinket dish, made in France in the 1980s. This decorative piece in glazed ceramic realistically captures the veins and natural textures of a green cabbage. Its sculptural lid and organic design make it both functional and highly decorative, emblematic of the rustic and whimsical tableware of the 1980s. Versatile, this piece can be used as a tureen, salad bowl, trinket dish, or simply as a decorative object in a kitchen or interior with a French country, cottage, or Mediterranean style. Its deep green glaze and detailed reliefs bring a great deal of character and an elegant botanical touch to the décor. Style : French Country Rustic Chic Cottagecore Organic Mediterranean French Vintage 1980s Key Features : Green glazed ceramic Cabbage/cabbage leaf shape Lided piece Can be used as a tureen, salad bowl, or trinket dish Embossed vegetable texture Made in France France, 1980s Decorative and functional object Very good vintage condition Keywords : cabbage tureen, cabbage ceramic bowl, French majolica style, vintage cabbage dish...
Ceramic
19th Century Pair of French Majolica Cabbage Tureen
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century Pair of French Majolica Cabbage Tureen.
Ceramic
Majolica Palissy Portuguese Crab Wall Platter Plate, circa 1950s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Exceptional Portuguese Caldas da Rainha Palissy majolica crab wall plaque or decorative plate from the 1950s, beautifully handcrafted in the celebrated naturalistic style associated ...
Majolica
Antique French White Ironstone Lidded Soup Tureen
Located in Pearland, TX
A gorgeous antique French white ironstone lidded soup tureen, circa 1900. No maker's mark. This fine soup tureen has a decorative finial and lovely ornate handles. It displays beauti...
Ironstone
Majolica Brown Rabbit Tureen Caugant
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica rabbit tureen signed Caugant, circa 1940.
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
Small Brown Majolica Rabbit Tureen Caugant
Located in Austin, TX
Small Majolica rabbit tureen signed Caugant, circa 1940-1950.
Ceramic
Small Brown Majolica Rabbit Tureen Caugant
Located in Austin, TX
Small Majolica rabbit tureen signed Caugant, circa 1940-1950.
Ceramic
Majolica Brown Rabbit Tureen Caugant
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica rabbit tureen signed Caugant, circa 1940.
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
Small Brown Majolica Rabbit Tureen Caugant
Located in Austin, TX
Small Majolica rabbit tureen signed Caugant, circa 1940-1950.
Ceramic
Majolica Brown Rabbit Tureen Caugant
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica rabbit tureen signed Caugant, circa 1940.
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
French Majolica Fruits Tureen Sarreguemines, circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica fruits tureen signed Sarreguemines, circa 1950.
Ceramic
Antique Belgian Porcelain Tureen
Located in High Point, NC
Exquisitely crafted in Belgium at the beginning of the 20th Century, this porcelain vessel is especially proportioned for the delivery of liquid courses. As a serving vessel the piec...
Porcelain
Turn of the Century Belgian Porcelain Tureen
Located in High Point, NC
This elegant vintage porcelain tureen offers an attractive centerpiece. Made in Belgium at the turn of the century, the soft curves of the form are emphasized by the silken finish an...
Porcelain
Majolica Brown Rabbit Tureen Caugant
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica rabbit tureen signed Caugant, circa 1940.
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
Small Brown Majolica Rabbit Tureen Caugant
Located in Austin, TX
Small Majolica rabbit tureen signed Caugant, circa 1940-1950.
Ceramic
Majolica Gray Rabbit Tureen Caugant
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica rabbit tureen signed Caugant, circa 1940.
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica