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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 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.

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Style: Rustic
Charles Dudouyt Solid Oak Table Lamp, French neo-rustic design(Circa 1940)
Located in leucate, FR
Striking design table lamp by French decorator Charles Dudouyt, an iconic figure of the French neo-rustic movement of the mid-20th century. Crafted in solid oak, this sculptural pie...
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1930s French Vintage Rustic Lighting

Materials

Oak

J260 Large Classic Hand Stitched Belgian Linen Aged Brass Sconce by Wende Reid
Located in Chatswood, NSW
J260 Sconce/Wall Lights are elegantly simple, handmade, modern classic, large brass and Belgian or Italian linen wall lights with full-size signature hand-stitched linen taper shades...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Rustic Lighting

Materials

Brass

J160 Minimal Rustic Stitched Belgian Linen & Aged Brass Sconce by Wende Reid
Located in Chatswood, NSW
This J160 original, minimal, rustic, understated, graceful hand-stitched Belgian or Italian linen and aged brass scone/wall light is a refined example of 21st century artisanal design. Made in Australia to order, these are supremely versatile and functional as bedside lamps, reading lights, flanking a sofa or behind a comfortable chair, as dining or living room sconces...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Rustic Lighting

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century French Large Scale Copper / Cast Iron & Brass Lanterns - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of rustic French three light copper lanterns. The wiring is new. They have three interior lights. The previous owner removed the glass panels, so I can add this featur...
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Mid-20th Century French Rustic Lighting

Materials

Brass, Copper, Iron

Custom Iron "Marion" Small Kitchen Island Chandelier
Located in Houston, TX
Our exclusive, blacksmith-made custom Marion chandelier is perfect for a small kitchen island or bar. Iron body features decorative zinc balls on the center post and arms. Newly wire...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Lighting

Materials

Iron, Zinc

Large Rustic Sculptural Pendant in Pine possibly by Eino Lundholm, Sweden 1970s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful and large rustic style pendant in pine wood. The lamp is most probably by Eino Lundholm as it reflects his distinctive style in hand made pine lamps and shades. The penda...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Rustic Lighting

Materials

Brass

Massive And Extraordinary Scottish Red Stag Deer Antler Chandelier
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A very large and decorative Antler Chandelier with twelve lights and having a particularly fine Rustic form. The Antler sections with fine deep color and the brass candle cups with a...
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20th Century American Rustic Lighting

Materials

Brass

J160 Minimal Rustic, Brass, Hand stitched Belgian Linen Sconce by Wende Reid
Located in Chatswood, NSW
J160 Wall Light is an original, minimal, classic, understated and graceful hand-stitched Belgian or Italian linen and aged brass wall sconce. It's a refined timeless example of a 21...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Rustic Lighting

Materials

Brass

Rustic Mid-Century Wicker Pendant Lamp, Handwoven in Spain, c. 1960s
Located in Valencia, VC
Charming Rustic Mid-Century Spanish Handwoven Wicker Pendant Lamp An absolutely delightful rustic Mid-Century Spanish pendant lamp featuring a beautifully handwoven dual-shade design...
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1960s Spanish Vintage Rustic Lighting

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Rustic Stained Glass Globe - Hand Made Glass
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a one of a kind stained glass globe pendent. Everything about it rustic and unrefined. Even the glass medallions were melted bottle glass poured into simple molds. It has a l...
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Early 20th Century American Rustic Lighting

Materials

Stained Glass

J260 Large Rustic Aged Brass & Hand-Stitched Belgian Linen Sconce by Wende Reid
Located in Chatswood, NSW
These elegantly simple, handmade, modern classic, large aged brass wall light/sconces with full-size signature hand-stitched Belgian or Italian linen taper shades, illuminate with light levels similar to large-scale table lamps. They cast a cozy intimate glow without cluttering table tops. The chic large scale of these wall lights adds a stylish statement to any wall arrangement and decor. J 260 wall lights work well flanking sofas as reading lamps, or over bedside tables, as lighting...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Rustic Lighting

Materials

Brass

Pair Of Carved Teak Lamps With Woven Paper Shades
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A unusual, decorative and artistic pair of carved wood lamps. Carved urn form standards with floral and foliate motif, square footed base. Covered with a woven paper shade and brass ...
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20th Century Unknown Rustic Lighting

Materials

Teak, Paper

Maruata Handwoven Dried Palm Pendant Lampshade 22inx24in
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Maruata Handwoven Palm Lamp Shade brings a bright, costal, and organic feel to your home decor. Its handcrafted design with woven palm leaves adds ...
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2010s Mexican Rustic Lighting

Materials

Rattan, Palmwood

Rustic Rope Table Lamp with Jute Shade, France, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
This handcrafted rope table lamp adds warmth and character to any space with its knotted base and natural jute shade. Its organic texture brings a rustic yet elegant touch, perfect f...
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1970s French Vintage Rustic Lighting

Materials

Jute, Rope

Mary Wall Sconce – Hand-carved Stained Glass Wall Sconce
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Routed and hand carved wall sconce, backlit in warm white LEDs, and controlled with a remote. Stained glass inlaid tulips come in a variety of colors. these medallions are inspired b...
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2010s American Rustic Lighting

Materials

Stained Glass, Hardwood

Vintage Chapman Candlestick Carved Wood Lamp
Located in Malibu, CA
Hand carved candlestick lamp by Chapman Manufacturing Company. Handsome dark walnut finish. Polished solid brass lamp works providing directional lighting with two light sources. Sha...
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20th Century Rustic Lighting

Materials

Brass

Iron Oak Leaf Metal & Wood Five Arm Chandelier with Burlap Shades
Located in Malibu, CA
Five Arm Greige Metal Chandelier with Fluted Wood Cups. Vintage Italian rustic five arm wood & metal chandelier. Metal Floral arms with walnut tone wood base & candle holders...
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1940s Italian Vintage Rustic Lighting

Materials

Iron, Sheet Metal

Rustic Turned Wood Column Lamp Attributed to Charles Dudouyt, France, Circa 1940
Located in leucate, FR
Discover timeless elegance and artisanal craftsmanship with this magnificent turned wood column lamp, attributed to the renowned French designer and decorator Charles Dudouyt (1885-...
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1930s French Vintage Rustic Lighting

Materials

Wood

Pair of Spanish Painted Wrought Iron Candleholders, circa 1920s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Spanish three light painted wrought iron candleholders. They can be wired for electricity as well. Distressed and worn finish with missing paint.
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1920s Spanish Vintage Rustic Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

J260 Large Rustic Hand-Stitched Linen, Brass Sconce/Wall Light by Wende Reid
Located in Chatswood, NSW
These elegantly simple, handmade, modern classic, large brass and Italian linen wall lights with full-size signature hand-stitched linen taper shades, illuminate with light levels si...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Rustic Lighting

Materials

Brass

Rustic Rust Iron Palm Lamps Large
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bring tropical charm and character into your space with this striking pair of palm tree-inspired table lamps. Crafted from metal with a rustic bronze-brown finish, each lamp features...
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2010s American Rustic Lighting

Materials

Iron

Rustic Midcentury Wicker Pendant Lamp, Spain, 1950s
Located in Valencia, VC
Mid-Century Modern Wicker Pendant Lamp, Spain, 1950s Handmade in Spain circa the 1950s, this conic-shaped wicker pendant lamp is a standout example of Mid-Century Modern design. Its...
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1950s Spanish Vintage Rustic Lighting

Materials

Rattan, Wicker

19th Century French Cast Iron Lamp
Located in High Point, NC
Confounding and timelessly elegant, this solid metal lamp, made from a 19th century French architectural element, impresses at first sight. With age, the surface of the cast iron bas...
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19th Century French Antique Rustic Lighting

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Cast Iron Lamp
19th Century French Cast Iron Lamp
$516 Sale Price / item
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Tuscan Hand Painted Iron and Ceramic 6 Arm Chandelier - Made in Italy
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A stunning Italian hand-painted hard-wired ceramic and iron 6-arm chandelier. This piece was sourced from the estate of a Kansas oilman. We assume this piece was imported directly from Italy judging...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Rustic Lighting

Materials

Metal, Iron

Pair of 19th Century Italian Candlestick Lamps with Custom Parchment Shades
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of custom lamps made with a pair of 19th century hand carved Italian candlesticks wired into lamps and crowned with hand painted parchment shades. Newly wired for electricity an...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Lighting

Materials

Wood, Parchment Paper

Vintage Boho Sliced Stone Lamps - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Illuminate your interior with the captivating, earthy charm of this remarkable pair of vintage stone table lamps. Each lamp showcases a stunning dome shade, meticulously handcrafted ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Lighting

Materials

Stone, Metal

20th Century Handcrafted Terracotta Ceramic Table Lamp, Mediterranean
Located in London, GB
This 20th-century handcrafted terracotta table lamp exemplifies the enduring artistry of Mediterranean pottery. Formed by hand and iron-fired to achieve its distinctive, smoke-kissed...
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1940s Turkish Vintage Rustic Lighting

Materials

Clay

Vintage Boho Rope Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Infuse your space with the organic warmth and tactile elegance of this vintage nautical rope chandelier. Perfectly suited for coastal retreats, lake houses, or bohemian-inspired inte...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Rustic Lighting

Materials

Metal

Rustic Ceiling Lamp in Wood, Iron and Murano Glass, 1960s Italy
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
The hanging lamp needs 5x E14 / E15 Edison screw fit bulb and is wired, in working condition and runs both on 110 / 230 volt. Our lamps are checked, cleaned and are suitable for use...
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1960s Italian Vintage Rustic Lighting

Materials

Iron

Hand-Thrown 20th Century Antique Turkish Terracotta Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
Originally used for storing olive oil and grains, this hand-thrown vessel was crafted in the pottery village of Kınık in western Turkey, a region celebrated for its deep clay beds an...
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1930s Turkish Vintage Rustic Lighting

Materials

Ceramic

Elegant Brass Basket Wall Sconce
Located in Peekskill, NY
We found a these solid woven brass shades in an old warehouse. I'm guessing they are 1960s vintage. We created a simple and elegant sconce featuring them. The shades are all handmade...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Lighting

Materials

Brass

French Rustic Wood and Glass Chandelier
Located in Antwerp, BE
A vintage French three-light rustic wrought iron and wood three arms chandelier with beautiful glass shades. The light requires three single E27 screw fit lightbulbs (60 Watt max.) ...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Rustic Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

Handcrafted 20th Century Anatolian Glazed Ceramic Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
This 20th century Anatolian glazed heritage lamp is a stunning example of artisan craftsmanship and timeless design. Handcrafted from a vintage Mediterranean clay pot, its unique gla...
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1930s Turkish Vintage Rustic Lighting

Materials

Clay

Viking Ship Dragon Boat Chandelier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Unique Viking Ship Dragon Boat Chandelier – Wrought Iron Medieval Style Impressive medieval wrought iron Viking Ship Dragon Boat chandelier. This rare masterpiece is made entirely o...
Category

20th Century French Rustic Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

Rustic Midcentury Wicker Pendant Lamp, Handmade in Spain c. 1970s
Located in Valencia, VC
Vintage Rustic Midcentury Wicker Pendant Lamp, Spain, 1970s A large balloon-shaped wicker pendant lamp, handcrafted in Spain circa 1970s. Reflecting the ease and character of French...
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1970s Spanish Vintage Rustic Lighting

Materials

Wicker

Large Stoneware Ceramic Table Lamp Raffia Lampshade Green Bronze Glaze - Gandul
Located in الدرعية, SA
This hand built, ceramic lamp is made from stoneware and glazed in the artist's own glaze, giving the body of the lamp a bronze patina. The raffia lampshade has been handmade by the ...
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2010s Saudi Arabian Rustic Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Wrought Iron and Glass Spanish Galleon Sailing Ship Shaped Floor Lamp, 1950s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Wrought Iron and Glass Spanish Galleon Sailing Ship Shaped floor lamp, the 1950s The impressive silver-colored iron floor lamp represents a beautiful Spanish galleon with three masts and sailing ship details such as sails, ropes, anchor, and flags. On the highest mast, there is a white frosted glass globe lamp shade...
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1950s Spanish Vintage Rustic Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

20th Century Anatolian Green-Glazed Terracotta Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
This 20th-century Anatolian terracotta pot stands out with its elegant green-glazed rim, a vibrant detail that complements its rustic terracotta base. Crafted in Turkey, this pot onc...
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1940s Turkish Vintage Rustic Lighting

Materials

Clay

Whimsical Tramp Art Desk or Table Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Whimsical Tramp Art desk or table lamp.
Category

20th Century American Rustic Lighting

Materials

Stone

Vintage Boho Scalloped Wrought Iron Lantern
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Infuse your space with old-world charm using this stunning vintage wrought iron lantern. Featuring a beautifully scalloped metal shade, in...
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Mid-20th Century American Rustic Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

Large Floral Vintage Italian Tole Chandelier
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Presenting a unique and wonderful, large Italian wood and tole chandelier featuring scrollwork and tassels. Predominately green with large metal arms, white candelabra and lovely acc...
Category

20th Century Rustic Lighting

Materials

Metal

Pair of Large French Hand Carved Table Lamps, Ebonsied Wood Black Metal Shades
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
A Pair of Large French Hand Carved Table Lamps, Ebonsied Wood with Black Metal Shades. Early 20th Century. These elegant lamps, mounted on sturdy wooden bases, seamlessly combines in...
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Early 20th Century French Rustic Lighting

Materials

Oak

20th Century Anatolian Terracotta Table Lamp with Green-Glazed Rim
Located in London, GB
This 20th-century Anatolian terracotta pot embodies the essence of traditional craftsmanship with its twin-handled design and distinctive green-glazed rim. Once a functional vessel f...
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1940s Turkish Vintage Rustic Lighting

Materials

Clay

Italian White Porcelain Lamp with Colorful Flowers, Leaves & Vines Capo di Monte
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Italian white porcelain lamp with colorful flower, leaf, and vine design, attributed to maker Capo di Monte, circa early to mid-20th century, Italy. Dimensions: 23.25"...
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Early 20th Century Italian Rustic Lighting

Materials

Porcelain

Mid-Century Spanish Iron & Fruitwood Chandelier Tole Metal Shades Beads -8 Arm
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a mid-century Spanish iron chandelier with a carved fruitwood core and cascading beads. The tole shades are original, and the fixture w...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Rustic Lighting

Materials

Metal, Iron

A Pair Great Black Forest Wall Sconces with Deer Horns, Germany ca. 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A Pair Great Black Forest Wall Sconces with Deer Horns, Germany ca. 1900 An antique pair of Black Forest sconces for candles. Each made of original deer horns which are mounted on a...
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Early 20th Century German Rustic Lighting

Materials

Antler, Wood

Pair of Rustic Chinese Terracotta Jar Lamps
Located in Sheffield, MA
Pair of similar white painted, grey green terracotta lamp bases made from rustic vintage Chinese clay jars used for wine storage. These are not a...
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Lighting

Materials

Terracotta

Venetian Handcrafted Wrought Iron Lantern with Handcrafted Stained Glass
By Rustic Design
Located in Stockholm, SE
Handcrafted wrought iron lantern with handcrafted stained glass comes from the Veneto region of Italy and was made in late 1800. Handmade and desig...
Category

18th Century Italian Antique Rustic Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

American Blacksmith-Made Custom Eight-Light Iron "Fayette" Chandelier
Located in Houston, TX
Our exclusive design, the Fayette chandelier is constructed of hand-forged iron and made in the USA. Four arms with two lights on each and a total of eight Edison based sockets. Heig...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

1800s large Oil Lantern
Located in Peekskill, NY
This was a very early oil lantern that has now been wired to take three E26 bulbs. It a large size lantern with an 18 inch diameter made up by 8 sections and 24 glass panels. The lam...
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Mid-19th Century American Antique Rustic Lighting

Materials

Tin

Deer Hoof Lamp with Custom Parchment Shade in the Style of Ralph Lauren
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique table lamp featuring three taxidermy deer legs joined by blackened brass straps. This piece has been outfitted with a new custom parchment lampshade, I...
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20th Century American Rustic Lighting

Materials

Animal Skin

American Blacksmith-Made Custom "Lucas" Kitchen Island or Billiard Light
Located in Houston, TX
Hand-forged iron light fixture with three iron shades. Rivet detailing on the sides of the shades. Looks great over a kitchen island, dining table o...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Lighting

Materials

Iron

1990s Fine Arts Lamps Wood and Iron Vintage Industrial Floor Style, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, floor lamps you could hope to find. Structurally sound and very strong lamps. Outstanding design is exhibited througho...
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1990s American Rustic Lighting

Materials

Iron

Wrought Iron Horse Bit Table Lamp, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
A rustic wrought iron table lamp inspired by a Horse bit. The size is for the base only. Shade is not included
Category

Mid-20th Century French Rustic Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron, Brass

Rustic Rope Floor Lamp with Jute Shade, France, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Tall and sculptural, this rope floor lamp is a statement piece featuring a twisted rope body and coiled base. Its natural jute shade diffuses warm light, blending rustic charm with t...
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1970s French Vintage Rustic Lighting

Materials

Jute, Rope

Untitled, 2019, Silk and Felted Wool Hanging Lamp by Inês Schertel, Brasil
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
The contemporary textile designer Inês Schertel manufactures versatile items using a six thousand year old technique. Each piece is unique in color and form and are not woven as text...
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2010s Brazilian Rustic Lighting

Materials

Wool

Circa 1930-1959 Rustic French Iron and Wooden Chandelier
Located in Houston, TX
Circa 1930-1959 rustic French iron and wooden chandelier, newly-wired for use within the USA. Circa 1880s wooden wagon axle housed within a vintage iron frame. Newly-wired for use wi...
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Mid-20th Century French Rustic Lighting

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Carved Wood Floor Lamp, English
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Early 20th century carved wood floor lamp, English. Likely made from a much earlier bed post or torchiere. Mahogany. The shaft well reeded ending in bulbous turnings and disc base. S...
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Early 20th Century English Rustic Lighting

Materials

Wood

Vintage Boho Twisted Wrought Iron and Pen Shell Floor Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Illuminate your space with the unique charm of this Vintage Boho Twisted Wrought Iron and Pen Shell Floor Lamp. Perfect for American-style interiors, this floor lamp features an intr...
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Mid-20th Century Philippine Rustic Lighting

Materials

Stone, Wrought Iron

Temde Table Lamp with a sculpted Pinewood Block Germany/Switzerland 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Table lamp by Temde Leuchten, featuring a sculpted pinewood block with circular cut-outs, a braided natural-fiber loop for mounting, and a matte opaline glass globe diffuser. A warm,...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Rustic Lighting

Materials

Rope, Glass, Pine

Rustic lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Rustic lighting 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 lighting created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, decorative objects, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, iron and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rustic lighting made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original lighting, popular names associated with this style include Far-Fetched, LLC., Early Electrics Design Studio, Wende Reid, and Adams & Westlake Co.. 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 lighting differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $99 and tops out at $12,000 while the average work can sell for $1,850.

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