Rustic Benches
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 the 1903 Thomas Lee Adirondack chair.
Rustic design is perhaps mostly about texture and humble materials: hand-hewn 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 furniture helps bring the beauty of the outdoors inside. As you can see on 1stDibs, rustic wares offer no end of inspiration.
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Style: Rustic
Carved Bench in Solid Wood with Storing Space, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Transport yourself to the 19th century with this exquisite rustic three-seater bench, hailing from either Haute-Savoie, Breton, or Auvergnat regions. The rich patina adorning the mon...
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19th Century French Antique Rustic Benches
Materials
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century Rustic Bench with Splayed Legs and Thick Cut Seat
Located in Atlanta, GA
An antique early 19th Century circa 1820's rustic bench hand made from a thick, oversized slab of wood with hand carved and joined splayed legs that run through the seat. The bench s...
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Early 19th Century American Antique Rustic Benches
Materials
Wood
Rustic Peg Leg Narrow Bench, Hungary Circa 1890
Located in Round Top, TX
The appeal of this rustic bench at just under 4' long comes from the thick hard wood top that originally served as a work table, resting on strong squared peg legs.
Note the heavy g...
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Antique Rustic Benches
Materials
Wood
Rustic mid-century wooden bench, France ca. 1900
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1900 / bench / wood / rustic / mid-century
This beautifully crafted wooden French bench is the perfect addition to any interior. With its sturdy wooden top and legs, this ...
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Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Benches
Materials
Wood
Long Narrow Plank Top Bench, Hungary circa 1880
Located in Round Top, TX
Rustic narrow 8' plank top bench, originally painted brown now distressed and worn down to natural pine with deep aged patina.
The top reveals generations of use with nicks, cracks, ...
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Antique Rustic Benches
Materials
Pine, Paint
Blue Painted Farmhouse Bench, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
The painted exterior of this provincial farmhouse bench has weathered gradually from years of use to achieve the ultimate rustic finish. Once a vibrant, robin’s egg blue, the milk pa...
Category
Early 20th Century American Rustic Benches
Materials
Pine
Rustic, Primitive, Wabi-Sabi, Naive Vintage Antique Stool, Table, England, c1800
Located in London Road, Baldock, Hertfordshire
A naive, most probably 19th Century rustic, primitive, Wabi-Sabi vintage antique stool, table in oak, perhaps a lace-makers lamp table.
Befit...
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19th Century British Antique Rustic Benches
Materials
Wood
Large Heavy Oak Vintage Church Pew Bench
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Charming large heavy vintage oak church pew bench having cut out clover shapes on each side. Great in a hallway or mudroom.
Category
1950s American Vintage Rustic Benches
Materials
Oak
Early 19th C. Italian Carved Rustic Bench "Ave Maria"
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rustic bench from the late 18th to early 19th century beautifully combines functional design with artistic craftsmanship. The hand-carved rosettes on the apron add a decorative...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Benches
Materials
Wood
Rustic Peg Leg Plank Seat Bench, Hungary circa 1890
Located in Round Top, TX
The thick top of this rustic bench is covered in scrapes, gouges, nicks, stains, and old cracks acquired with over 100 years of use. May also serve as a small coffee table.
The top i...
Category
Late 19th Century Hungarian Antique Rustic Benches
Materials
Wood
Rupert Bevan Marcel Bench
By Rupert Bevan
Located in London, GB
A contemporary bench with geometrically shaped legs inspired by the designer Marcel Coard. Traditionally constructed in solid oak and available in a Light, Mid, Dark or Ebonised fini...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Rustic Benches
Materials
Oak
Cypress Beam Bench 4' Long Solid Wood + Corten Steel by Alabama Sawyer
Located in Birmingham, AL
Our wood beam bench in cypress utilizes salvaged wood logs for a rustic seating experience. Narrow and backless, the simple lines express the natural texture of the end grain. The 15...
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2010s American Rustic Benches
Materials
Steel
Rustic Painted Bench, France 1920s
Located in Rīga, LV
Vintage rustic pained bench with a beautiful color structure - red under light-gray paint.
Additional information:
Country of manufacture: France
Design period: 1920s
Dimensions: 16...
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20th Century French Rustic Benches
Materials
Wood
1940’s Adirondack bench
Located in Chicago, IL
1940’s Adirondack bench with hide upholstery. It has storage underneath seat. Made in US.
Category
1940s American Vintage Rustic Benches
Materials
Hide, Wood
Primitive Rustic Bench Spanish Mesquite Wood and Rock Stone
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Sensational Modern Rustic Bench Spanish Mesquite Wood and Rock Stone
57.5 w x 16d seat 16 h, Stone 21
Original unrestored live edge rustic natural condition reclaimed wood and rock....
Category
Early 20th Century Mexican Rustic Benches
Materials
Stone
Naive Wabi Sabi Bench, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
19th-century folk art bench, a magnificent treasure originating from the picturesque region of Auvergne in the heart of Rhône-Alpes, Cantal, France. Handcrafted from the finest dark ...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Benches
Materials
Wood
Wabi Sabi Rustic Bench, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
19th-century rustic wabi sabi bench, a unique piece hailing from the picturesque region of Auvergne in the heart of Rhône-Alpes, Cantal, France. Handcrafted from the finest dark soli...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Benches
Materials
Straw, Wood
Elegant rustic beige wooden bench with nice patina, France ca. 1900
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1900 / bench / wood / rustic / mid-century
Nice antique French wooden bench standing on two robust, graceful legs. The seat is su...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Benches
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Rustic Bench, 19th Century, Spain
Located in Girona, Spain
DESCRIPTION: Late 19th Century Rustic Spanish Pyreneese Mountains Wooden Bench. Made with wood. Very decorative piece.
CONDITION: Very good vintage condition.
DIMENSIONS: Height: ...
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19th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Benches
Materials
Wood
Large Rustic Bench C.1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
A large rustic bench with painted base. The top is constructed using mortise and tenon joints.
CREATOR Unknown.
DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1930-1940.
MATERIALS AND TEC...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Rustic Benches
Materials
Steel
Rustic Art Populaire Bench, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rustic art populaire bench from 19th century France, with a charming primitive character. Constructed from sturdy wood, the bench boasts a rich patina that speaks to its age and hist...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Benches
Materials
Wood
Early Long Pine Bench
Located in Houston, TX
Early long pine bench circa 1710-1739: single thick plank of pine raised upon four splayed simple carved legs. Early finish. Sturdy, stable pegged construction.
Category
Early 18th Century French Antique Rustic Benches
Materials
Pine
Mid 19th century rustic Swedish painted pine bench
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 19th century rustic swedish painted pine bench circa 1860.
Here we present a traditional swedish bench, complete in it's original hand painted deep red and green colour scheme.
...
Category
Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Benches
Materials
Pine, Paint
Antique Kampung Teak Root Sitting Bench
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Kampung Teak Root Sitting Bench
This antique South East Asian chair would be a rustic accent to your living or lounge space. The wood has a light distressed finish and wings...
Category
Early 20th Century Asian Rustic Benches
Materials
Teak
Vintage Parsons Style Monumental Wooden Bench - Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Epic pair of gorgeous wooden benches with Parsons style legs. The rustic assembly and simplicity of design are in fantastic contradiction to the pieces overall scale and grandeur. A ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Rustic Benches
Materials
Wood
Rustic 19th Century elm pig bench
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Rustic 19th century elm bench circa 1860.
Known as a pig bench, this bench made from 1 solid piece of elm offers and excellent opportunity to work as a coffee table.
Rectangular to...
Category
Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Benches
Materials
Elm
Rustic Peg Leg Narrow Long Bench, Hungary circa 1890
Located in Round Top, TX
Rustic plank top bench with splay peg legs, just under 6.5' long.
The top reveals generations of use with cracks, nicks, stains and old dried worm holes which add character to the na...
Category
Late 19th Century Hungarian Antique Rustic Benches
Materials
Wood
Antique Spanish Rustic Folk Art Chestnut Wooden "Siesta" Bench, 19th Century.
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
This Spanish "Siesta" settle bench was handcrafted in the early-19th century in Spain, Handmade of solid chestnut wood, having two sculptural posts that rise up from the legs behind...
Category
Early 19th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Benches
Materials
Fruitwood
Inlaid Moorish Hoshiarpur Bench
Located in Downham Market, GB
An inlaid moorish seat.
An exquisite & rare moorish seat / bench in the Hoshiarpur taste, in solid hardwood throughout with some outstanding detail to bot...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Rustic Benches
Materials
Hardwood, Bone
Antique Pine Hungarian Storage Bench With Old Blue Paint
Located in Centennial, CO
An absolutely charming antique 1920s or earlier Hungarian or Eastern European storage bench with old sky and colbalt blue paint. The old painted blue finish has been sanded smooth, s...
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Benches
Materials
Pine, Paint
Cypress Beam Bench 3' Long Solid Wood + Corten Steel by Alabama Sawyer
Located in Birmingham, AL
Our wood beam bench in cypress utilizes salvaged wood logs for a rustic seating experience. Narrow and backless, the simple lines express the natural t...
Category
2010s American Rustic Benches
Materials
Steel
Rustic Antique Pine Faux Painted Sofa Bench
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Antique European faux painted sofa bench with pretty shaped top and wonderful worn patina that can easily grace an entry hallway. Gorgeous faux paint can be accented with pillows or ...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Benches
Materials
Pine
Rustic Tree Trunk Bench, France, 1850s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Remarkable antique wooden tree trunk bench crafted in France in 1850s. Made from a solid tree trunk, this bench is a testament to natural beauty and durability of wood. The design ...
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1850s French Antique Rustic Benches
Materials
Wood
Rustic 19th Century Americana Church Pew Bench with Original Paint
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Really lovely and charming 19th century Americana church pew bench or settee with Original Bible Holder on the back, all in its original dark red milk...
Category
19th Century American Antique Rustic Benches
Materials
Wood
Vintage 20th Century Oak Handcrafted Milking Stool
Located in Charlotte, NC
A handcrafted milking stool in the Rustic Farmhouse style, unbranded. Solid oak, curved back backrest with carved hand hole, curved arms with carved hand holes, solid seat, and three...
Category
20th Century American Rustic Benches
Materials
Oak
Rustic Live Edge Pine Bench
Located in Bradenton, FL
A rustic bench made from solid pine. Three pieces of richly grained plank wood have a natural live edge. Underneath a pine branch serves as a stretcher.
Category
1990s American Rustic Benches
Materials
Pine
Pine Bench From Antique Wood in Rustic Style
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A very well made Pine Bench constructed from Antique wood with beautiful graining, planked back, paneled sides, gently sloping arms and a fine Rustic presentation. The wood has an ov...
Category
20th Century Rustic Benches
Materials
Pine
Antique Wabi-Sabi Church Bench in Pine
Located in Göteborg, SE
This antique Wabi-Sabi church bench in pine exudes a timeless charm, embodying the essence of Wabi-Sabi philosophy - the acceptance of imperfection. Crafted from pine, this bench carries the marks of age and wear, adding character and authenticity to its appearance.
With its weathered patina, subtle knots, and natural grain patterns, each imperfection tells a story of its own, making it a truly unique piece. The simple yet elegant design of the bench reflects the minimalist aesthetic often associated with Wabi-Sabi, emphasizing simplicity, modesty, and appreciation for the beauty of natural materials.
Perfect for adding rustic charm to any space, whether it's a cozy farmhouse kitchen, a serene garden nook, or a modern living room seeking a touch of history, this antique church bench...
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Mid-18th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Benches
Materials
Pine
Rustic Beam Bench Stained Pine Blackened Steel by Alabama Sawyer
Located in Birmingham, AL
Our beam bench utilizes reclaimed pine logs for a rustic bench. Narrow and backless, the simple lines express the natural texture of the end grain of each s...
Category
2010s American Rustic Benches
Materials
Steel
Large Swedish 19th century painted pine bench
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Large swedish 19th century painted pine bench circa 1890.
Here we present a swedish painted bench which has been dry scraped through its various layers of lifetime paint.
Shaped ba...
Category
Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Benches
Materials
Pine, Paint
Andrianna Shamaris Antique Wabi Sabi Teak Wood Bench
Located in New York, NY
A single thick antique wood panel with lovely character within the wood. We added smooth teak minimalist legs to produce this beautiful bench and finished with a secret ingredient, r...
Category
1950s Indonesian Vintage Rustic Benches
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Antique Pine Bench, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A charming bench from hungary with the original paint. Over time and use, the black paint has been worn away in places to the wood. The bench is stable and sturdy. Free of woodworm.
Category
1920s Hungarian Vintage Rustic Benches
Materials
Pine
Vintage Chinese Narrow Elm Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very old bench with weathered wood and nice patina. Narrow seat of 6.5 inches. Low profile. Sturdy. Fits almost anywhere! We have four other similar benches.
Category
20th Century Chinese Rustic Benches
Materials
Elm
Antique Pine Bench, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A charming bench from hungary with the original paint. Over time and use, the green paint has been worn away in places to the wood. The bench is stable and sturdy. Free of woodworm.
Category
1920s Hungarian Vintage Rustic Benches
Materials
Pine
Small Vintage A-Frame Wooden Bench with Rustic Appearance and Splaying Legs
Located in Yonkers, NY
A small vintage A-Frame wooden bench from the mid 20th century with rustic appearance, splaying legs and double side stretchers. Exuding a timeless rustic charm, this small vintage A...
Category
Mid-20th Century Javanese Rustic Benches
Materials
Wood
Reclaimed Pine Painted Bench - Antique White
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted with precision and painted in a soothing antique white, this bench exudes rustic charm. The reclaimed pine adds character, telling a story of history and sustainability. Elev...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Benches
Materials
Pine
Reclaimed Pine Painted Bench - Stone Grey
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted with precision and painted in a soothing stone grey hue, this bench exudes rustic charm. The reclaimed pine adds character, telling a story of history and sustainability. Ele...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Benches
Materials
Pine
Pair of Antique French Rustic Painted Pine Benches, 19th Century
Located in Bristol, GB
Country made rusty red painted pine benches
Simple yet stylish vernacular design.
They are in good vintage condition they are solid, They are rustic country pieces so there is som...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Benches
Materials
Wood
Antique 18th Century George III Oak Settle Hall Bench
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique 18th century George III Oak Settle Hall Bench. Beautiful Primitive form with original patina.
Additional information:
Materials: Oak
Color: Brown
Period: 18th century
...
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18th Century British Antique Rustic Benches
Materials
Oak
Antique Pine Bench, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A charming bench from hungary with the original paint. Over time and use, the blue paint has been worn away in places to the wood. With storage space under the seat divided in three ...
Category
1920s Hungarian Vintage Rustic Benches
Materials
Pine
Pair of Scandinavian painted pine benches
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of Scandinavian painted pine benches circa 1890.
Good quality rustic pair of Swedish painted benches made in pine. These almost certainly would have been on rail station or so...
Category
Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Benches
Materials
Pine
Set Of Pine Benches, Circa 1960
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Set of pine benches, circa 1960. The benches were made in a simple but elegant manner.
Category
1960s French Vintage Rustic Benches
Materials
Pine
Early 19th Century French Wooden Bench
Located in High Point, NC
The appealing form of this rustic wooden bench gives it a timeless charm. Made in France in the early 1800s, the simple yet inviting design evokes the sunlit squares of small Provinc...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Rustic Benches
Materials
Wood
Antique Pine Bench, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A charming bench from hungary with the original paint. Over time and use, the black paint has been worn away in places to the wood. With storage space under the seat. The bench is st...
Category
1920s Hungarian Vintage Rustic Benches
Materials
Pine
Rustic Long A-Frame Wooden Bench with Cross Stretcher and Splaying Legs
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique long A-Frame wooden bench with rustic appearance and H-Form stretcher. Immerse yourself in the rustic charm of this antique long A-Frame wooden bench, a piece that radiate...
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Mid-20th Century Javanese Rustic Benches
Materials
Wood
Mexican Sabino Wood Live Edge Bench
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Gorgeous Mexican Mid century Sabino wood bench. Hand carved from large Sabino trunks, this beautiful bench is substantial in construction and style. The perfect piece to compliment...
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Mid-20th Century Rustic Benches
Materials
Wood
Antique Handmade Minimalistic Spanish Chestnut Wood Bench, Early 19th Century
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
This early-19th century rustic Fruitwood Spanish large settle bench was handcrafted on Spain's southeastern coast. Handmade of solid fruitwood, having four sculptural posts that rise...
Category
Early 19th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Benches
Materials
Fruitwood
Rustic Pine Adirondack Cutaway Bench
Located in Garnerville, NY
Simple and classic rustic five board Adirondack bench. Beautifully weathered and worn patina. Nice single old growth pine panel seat. Splayed cutout legs. Circa 1920-30. The much nee...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Benches
Materials
Fir, Pine
Rustic benches for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Rustic benches 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 benches created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, softwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rustic benches made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original benches, popular names associated with this style include Alabama Sawyer, Andrianna Shamaris, Dos Gallos Studio, and Inês Schertel. 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 benches differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $420 and tops out at $24,500 while the average work can sell for $2,228.
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