Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
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
The New Cottage Home by Jim Tolpin
Located in Bradenton, FL
The New Cottage Home by Jim Tolpin. Hardcover book with dustjacket. First edition published in 1998 by The Taunton Press, Inc. of Newtown, Connecticut. Printed in the United States o...
Category
1990s American Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Vintage African Eland Skull Mount with 24" Twisted Horns Taxidermy Cabin Decor
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage African Eland Skull Mount with 24" Twisted Horns Taxidermy Cabin Decor. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements (Overall): 41" H x 13" W x 7" D. Each horn approx. 24" Long meas...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Horn
Large Judaica Solid Brass Shabbat Candlestick
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Judaica solid brass shabbat candlestick with 5 candleholders, inscribed lettering with blessing "To Light a Shabbat Candle" Incised with a pair of opposing deer.
Dimensions: 14 3/4"...
Category
Mid-20th Century Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass
Set of Four Traditional Vintage Spanish Soda Syphon, Circa 1970
Located in Barcelona, ES
Vintage metal and glass traditional catalan soda syphon. By unknown manufacturer, made in circa 1990. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preser...
Category
1970s French Vintage Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
Rustic Decorative Model Boat With Holes For Fishing or Large Creel, circa 1940
Located in Round Top, TX
The many holes in this large 7' model boat served a specific purpose; it was used while fishing as a type of oversized creel to keep fish alive. The large size makes it a unique deco...
Category
Mid-20th Century Hungarian Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood
Vintage Gentleman's Walking Stick, English, Bentwood, Brass, Cane, Country House
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage gentleman's walking stick. An English, bentwood hazel and brass cane, dating to the mid-20th century, circa 1950.
Superb craftsmanship with a tactile and visual appeal
Displays a desirable aged patina and pleasingly weathered
Striking brass wolf...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass
Antique Mahogany Buck Saw c.1910-1930
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
A Mahogany buck saw with steel tension rod and blade.
CREATOR Unknown.
DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1910-1930.
MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Steel, Mahogany.
CONDITION ...
Category
Early 20th Century Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Steel
Traditional Swiss Vintage Metal Stamped Commemorative Jug, circa 1970
Located in Barcelona, ES
Vintage metal commemorative metal jug. By unknown manufacturer, made in Switzerland circa 1970. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
Vintage Montauk Sign circa 1950s Perfect for Your Hamptons House
Located in Atlanta, GA
Vintage Montauk NY Sign, circa 1950s. They are priced at $950 each. The Montauk Harbor sign has been SOLD. The Montauk Yacht Club sign is available and measures 34"W. Perfect for the Hamptons...
Category
1950s American Vintage Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood, Paint
Vintage African Cape Buffalo Skull European Mount on Wooden Plaque Taxidermy
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Large African Cape Buffalo Skull European Mount on Wooden Plaque Taxidermy. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements (Overall): 26" H x 39" W x 15" D. Each antler approx. 21" Lon...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Horn
Early Antique Wood Saddle Stand with Rope 1910s - Nowata Oklahoma
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
An antique wood saddle stand from the early 1900s. This piece is created from wood and was used at a cattle ranch just outside the small rural town...
Category
1910s American Vintage Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
Black Forest Fallow Deer Trophy from Salem, Spain, 1979
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Black Forest Fallow deer Trophy from Salem - Spain 1979
A great abnormal Black Forest fallow deer (Dama dama) trophy from the palace of Salem in South Germany. It was shot in Spain ...
Category
Late 20th Century German Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Antler, Wood
Vintage Bottle Capper Wine Corker Hand Press Cork
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Vintage Wine Bottle Cork Press Manual
Rustic Farmhouse
22.5 h x 4 w x 10 d
Preowned original vintage, refer to images listed.
Category
Early 20th Century Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
1920s Antique Guatemalan Cowboy Belt Buckle Iron Bird Fancy Peacock Design
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Belt buckle
1920s Antique Guatemalan cowboy bird belt buckle in iron.
Measures: 5 wide x 4 tall x .13
Preowned original unrestored vintage.
See images provided.
Category
1920s Guatemalan Vintage Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Iron
Antique realistic wooden crucifix, France ca. 1850
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1850 / crucifix / wood / Antique / Baroque / Rustic
A beautiful small wooden crucifix made in France around 1850.
This crucifix features a meticulously detailed figure of ...
Category
1850s French Antique Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood
Object d ’Art Centerpiece Junior Carpenter Kit Tool Box with Balls and Horseshoe
Located in Topeka, KS
Fun and whimsical centerpiece or object d’art assemblage comprised of Junior Carpenter Kit toy tool box filled with vintage pool balls, baseballs, field hockey balls, vintage croquet balls...
Category
20th Century American Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Leather, Plastic, Rubber, Wood
1940s Rustic Mesquite Wood Vice Jalisco Ranch Mexico
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1940s Rustic Carpentry Vice Tool Mesquite Wood Jalisco Ranch
48 tall x 31 w x 8 d inches
In Unrestored Preowned Vintage Condition.
Wear consistent with age and use.
Review images p...
Category
1940s Mexican Vintage Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood
Vintage African Cape Bushbuck Taxidermy Shoulder Mount Cabin Wall Decor
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage African Cape Bushbuck Taxidermy Shoulder Mount Cabin Wall Decor. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements (Overall): 29" H x 9" W x 18.5" D. Each antler approx 10" Long measured ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Horn
Vintage Thai Wood, Leather and Rope Klong Khaek Processional Double Headed Drum
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Thai wood, leather and rope Klong Khaek processional drum from the mid 20th century, with ties and weathered patina. Created in Thailand during the midcentury period, this ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Thai Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Leather, Wood, Rope
American Mid-Century Modern Woodworking Turned Walnut Wood Spinning Top Toy
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern American craftsman woodworking turned walnut wood spinning top toy. This is a collectible fun toy.
A-955-335
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Walnut
Victorian Taxidermy Diorama with White Wagtail ca. 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Victorian Taxidermy Diorama with white wagtail ca. 1900
An antique diorama with a taxidermied white wagtail sitting in a handpainted landscape. Moun...
Category
Early 20th Century German Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood, Glass
Antique Butchery Decoration of a Pottery Ox
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Butchery Decoration of a Pottery Ox
A large statue of an ox made of painted pottery. It was used as shop window decoration in a German butchery. The statue was manufactured ...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Clay
Vintage Taxidermy Deer Shoulder Mount Wall Decor w/ Metal Leaves (R&L) - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Taxidermy Deer Shoulder Mount Wall Decor with Green Metal Leaves (Right and Left) - a Pair. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements (Overall): 29" H x 13" W x 15" D. Each antl...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Horn
Kitchen Antiques 1790-1940 by Kathryn McNerney
Located in Bradenton, FL
Kitchen Antiques 1790-1940 by Kathryn McNerney. Softcover book, published in 1991. Illustrated, 222 pages.
Category
1990s Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Paper
Vintage Boho Brass Horses - Set of 2
Located in west palm beach, FL
Celebrate timeless movement and equestrian grace with this captivating set of vintage brass horse sculptures. Cast in solid brass with beautiful patina and fluid detail, these mid-ce...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass
Thai Wood and Leather Klong Khaek Processional Drum with Distressed Appearance
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Thai wood and leather Klong Khaek processional drum from the mid-20th century, with ropes and weathered patina. Created in Thailand during the midc...
Category
Mid-20th Century Thai Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Leather, Wood
Rustic Continental Oak and Antler Smoking Stand
Located in Queens, NY
Rustic Continental (possibly German, 19th Cent) oak and antler design pedestal base smoking stand with 3 round horn containers on top
Category
19th Century German Antique Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Antler, Oak
Vintage Buffalo Horns on Oak Wood Wall Plaque Taxidermy Cabin Decor
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Buffalo Horns on Oak Wood Wall Plaque Taxidermy Cabin Decor. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements (Overall): 11.5" H x 17" W x 8" D. Each antler approx. 8" Long measured wi...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Horn
Vintage Largemouth Bass Log Wall Mount Real Skin Taxidermy Fishing Wall Decor
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Largemouth Bass on Log Wall Mount Real Skin Taxidermy Fishing Wall Decor. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements (Overall): 39" H x 21" W x 8" D. Fish alone approx 21" Long.
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Animal Skin, Wood
Early 20th c. Dutch Pallet Coffee Table, c.1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
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An original wood and steel brick pallet coffee table.
Creator Unknown. M...
Category
Early 20th Century Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Steel
Copper Kitchen Decoration Vintage Coffee Pots For Rustic Lot of Four Diferent
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
Lot of four vintage copper coffee pots for rustic kitchen decoration
vintage rustic style copper kitchen decoration
They are very decorative ...
Category
20th Century Italian Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Copper
Log Caliper, Made by William Greenleaf Company, Belmont, MA
By William Greenleaf
Located in Nantucket, MA
A large caliper for calculating the number of board feet a log will yield. The central wood shaft engraved with multiple scales on each of the four sides with a large metal mounted c...
Category
Early 20th Century American Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
19th Century French 10 Litre Wooden Fruit Measure This large measure is made in
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
19th Century French 10 Litre Wooden Fruit Measure
This large measure is made in beech, it is cylindrical in shape with iron banding and central frame, it is in good used condition a...
Category
19th Century Antique Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Beech
Pair of Hand Tooled Leather Book Ends with Laced Edges
Located in Ferndale, MI
Pair of leather bookendss with hand tooled flower design. Trimmed with intricate leather lacing around edges.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Leather
1900s Belgian Horse Drawn Paint Cart
Located in High Point, NC
This antique wooden carriage was produced in 1900 in Belgium. A large carriage painted in black, displaying the inscription “Peintures Constant Smal” in dark red lettering. Standing firm on sturdy wheels, the wooden cart conjures the daily routine of labor, the carrying of paint cans to their destination for Constant Smal’s small company. The slightly cracked finish and distressed patina lend a picturesque touch to this gem of rustic engineering. In an ideal state for its age, this ode to craftsmanship adapts as an exceptional decoration or an audacious repurposed furniture...
Category
Early 1900s Belgian Antique Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
Nautical Early 20th Century Jackwood Water Wheel Accessory from Kerala, India
Located in Atlanta, GA
An antique water wheel from Kerala, India. This Kerala water wheel, also known as a "chakram chavittal," would have originally been used as a manua...
Category
20th Century Indian Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood
19th Century Spanish Scoop or Plow of Wood and Iron with Rustic Farm Look
Located in Atlanta, GA
A 19th century Spanish scoop or plow of wood and iron. This antique farming tool from Spain features a wonderfully weathered wood scoop jointed w...
Category
19th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Iron
1900s Belgian Metal and Wooden Wall Decorations, Set of Nine
Located in High Point, NC
A set of nine curiosities made in Belgium, circa 1900. Nine metal screens tensed on wooden frames and strengthened with wooden strips, hung through small metal clasps. The dark oxidi...
Category
Early 1900s Belgian Antique Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
19th Century French Cast Iron Brazier
Located in High Point, NC
Muscular yet elegant, this cast iron brazier makes a unique antique centerpiece. Made in France in the 1800s, this piece would have originally been...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Iron
Rustic collectibles and curiosities for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Rustic collectibles and curiosities for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re shopping for used Rustic collectibles and curiosities made in a specific country, there are Belgium, and Europe pieces for sale on 1stDibs. 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 collectibles and curiosities differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $39 and tops out at $22,500 while the average work can sell for $711.