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.
Portuguese Majolica Cabbage Tureen Sousa Barcelos Circa 1930
Located in Austin, TX
Portuguese Majolica Cabbage Tureen or Soup Tureen signed Sousa Barcelos Portugal Circa 1930. With a spoon.
Ceramic
Small Portuguese Majolica Cabbage Tureen Caldas Da Rainha Circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Small Portuguese Majolica Cabbage Tureen Aires C. Leal Caldas da Rainha circa 1950.
Ceramic
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
19th Century Austrian Majolica Pumpkin & Corn Tureen
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century Austrian Majolica Pumpkin & Corn Tureen.
Ceramic
Majolica French Ceramic Cow Tureen Caugant
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica cow tureen circa 1940 signed Caugant.
Ceramic, Faience
19th Century French Majolica Asparagus Tureen
By Orchies
Located in Austin, TX
Rare French Majolica asparagus tureen circa 1890. Platter & tureen.
Ceramic
19th Century Palissy Majolica Pumpkin Tureen
Located in Austin, TX
Small 19th Century Palissy Majolica Pumpkin Tureen.
Ceramic
Austrian Majolica Porcelain Eggs Basket Tureen Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Austrian Rustic Majolica Porcelain Egg Basket Tureen Circa 1890. 12 by 7.5 inches.
Ceramic
French Green Majolica Tureen with Grapes, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century green Majolica tureen with grapes. East of France. Measures: height / 6.5 diameter / 6" by 5"
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
Large Faience Soup Tureen Delft, circa 1930
By Delft
Located in Austin, TX
Faience Soup Tureen Delft, circa 1930. Chinoiserie scene on the platter , handle with fish and lobster. Platter 17.5 by 13.3 inches. Height / 11.5 inches.
Faience
Majolica Duck Tureen Sarreguemines, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
Large fine Majolica duck tureen signed Sarreguemines, circa 1880. The base imitate the water of the pond.
Majolica, Ceramic, Faience
Majolica Duck Tureen Sarreguemines, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
Large fine Majolica duck tureen signed Sarreguemines, circa 1880. The base imitate the water of the pond.
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
Majolica Bison Tureen Caugant, circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica bison tureen signed Michel Caugant, circa 1950.
Ceramic
Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Tureen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Brighten up your kitchen or dining space with this stunning vintage boho glazed ceramic tureen in a cheerful, saturated yellow hue. With its gracefully rounded form, scalloped lid de...
Ceramic
$949
H 7.88 in W 4.73 in D 3.55 in
Art Deco 1930s Ceramic Bonbonniere, Half Doll, Powder Box, circa 1930
Located in Devon, England
Beautifully styled is this 1930s Art Deco French Bonbonniere. Part of the half doll, powder box, jar family. Typical Art Deco coloring which is as b...
Ceramic
$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
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
19th Century French Enameled Porcelain Box
Located in Land O' Lakes, FL
A salmon colored enamel box with patina bronze surround and latch and topped with a gold laurel wreath.
Bronze, Enamel
Art Deco Box in Wood circa 1930
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
A box in from the 1930's in Art Deco style made from wood and etched glass. The glass is possible to lift off to clean. The use is uncertain but we believe it is possibly made to hol...
Glass, Walnut
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
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
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
19th Century French Iron Safe
Located in High Point, NC
Originally used as a safe or strong-box, this antique iron trunk remains a trustworthy vault for treasured possessions. Made in 19th century France,...
Iron
Antique Staffordshire Painted Hen on Nest covered Box or Tureen, Circa 1880
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique Staffordshire Painted Hen on Nest Covered Box or Tureen, Circa 1880 A charming antique Staffordshire painted hen on a nest-covered box or tureen, dating to circa 1880. This ...
Porcelain
1960s Stoneware Soup Tureen
Located in Denton, TX
Stoneware soup tureen with lid and ladle. The ladle is a combination of stoneware with a wood stem.
Stoneware, Wood
$2,240Sale Price|30% Off
H 9.75 in W 10.5 in D 7.75 in
Rare 19th Century Set of Staffordshire Swan Tureens
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
A rare and charming graduated pair of Staffordshire covered boxes, each modeled as a graceful swan resting amid a stylized coral-inspired base. These late 19th-century ceramic boxes ...
Ceramic
Sold
H 11 in W 22 in D 22 in
Antique 19th Century Dovetailed Copper Forged Iron Apple Butter Cauldron Pot 22"
Located in Dayton, OH
Monumental antique copper cauldron featuring hammered details with dovetailing and ornate forged iron handles. Dimensions: 22" x 22" x 11"
Copper, Iron
19th Century French Majolica Cabbage Tureen Saint Honore
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century French Majolica Cabbage Tureen Saint Honore. H / 5 inches , D / 8.5 inches.
Ceramic
French 19th Century Porcelain Hen on Nest Tureen Basket
Located in Austin, TX
French 19th Century Porcelain Hen on Nest Tureen Basket. H / 8.5", L / 9" to 6.3"
Ceramic, Porcelain
Majolica Egg Basket Tureen Eichwald Circa 1890
By Eichwald
Located in Austin, TX
Rustic Majolica Egg Basket Tureen signed Eichwald Circa 1890.
Ceramic
19th Century Portuguese Palissy Majolica Pumpkin Mustard Pot
By Antonio Alves Cunha
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century Portuguese Majolica Pumpkin Mustard Pot signed A.Cunha Caldas da Rainha. H / 4 inches , Diameter / 4.5 inches.
Ceramic
French Blue Majolica Pigeon Tureen, circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Very rare Majolica blue pigeon tureen, unsigned, circa 1950.
Ceramic
French Majolica Cabbage Tureen Sarreguemines Circa 1930
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica Cabbage Tureen Sarreguemines signed Circa 1930.
Ceramic
French Majolica Gray Rabbit Tureen Circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica gray rabbit tureen signed Caugant, circa 1950.
Ceramic
French Majolica White Rabbit Tureen Circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica rabbit tureen signed Caugant, circa 1940.
Ceramic
19th Century Majolica Asparagus Tureen Orchies
By Orchies
Located in Austin, TX
Rare French Majolica asparagus tureen signed Orchies circa 1890.
Ceramic
Sold
H 4.625 in W 16 in D 8.5 in
Antique 19th Century French Copper Sauce Pan Pot A La Menagere Paris France
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique 19th century copper saute pan or pot by A La Menagere of Paris France. Marked along handle, marked 21. Measures: 16".
Copper
French Blue Majolica Pigeon Tureen, circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Very rare Majolica blue pigeon tureen, unsigned, circa 1950.
Ceramic