1950s Ladder Back Rush Seat Chairs in Style of Chiavari Spinetto
Located in Elkton, MD
Set of 2 Spinetto-style chairs with a thin profile, with wooden frames and rush seats.
Category
1950s Vintage Rustic Chairs
Materials
Rope, Wood
Rustic Chairs
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
Antique Indian Rustic Low Seat Wooden Chair with Carved Rosettes and Twine Seat
Located in Yonkers, NY
An old Indian rustic wooden low chair from the early 20th century, with hand-woven twine and carved motifs. Charming with its rustic appearance, this early 20th-century Indian low wooden chair is a delightful fusion of craftsmanship and practicality. The chair features a short slanted back topped with a small finial, adorned with rosettes hand-carved in low relief within medallions. Below these medallions, a series of petite diamond motifs adds to the intricate detailing, showcasing the artisan's skill. The rectangular seat, crafted from hand-woven twine, provides a sturdy base, resting low on four short feet. The front legs are baluster-shaped, adding a touch of elegance, while the back legs showcase a curving silhouette, enhancing the chair's overall aesthetic. The nicely weathered appearance of the wood gives this piece an authentic, timeworn charm that brings warmth and character to any space. Ideal as a decorative accent, this rustic chair can be placed in a mudroom, where it serves as a charming seating option for putting on shoes, or in a child's bedroom, adding a whimsical touch to the decor. Its delicate carvings and robust construction make it both a functional piece and a work of art. This Indian wooden chair...
Category
Early 20th Century Indian Rustic Chairs
Materials
Twine, Wood
Rustic Ladder-Back Oak Chairs with Embroidered Seats, Netherlands, 1950s
Located in Rīga, LV
Set of four rustic ladder-back chairs with embroidered seats.
Category
1950s Dutch Vintage Rustic Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Set of 6 Brutalist French Wooden & Straw Chairs
$7,000 / set
Set of 6 Brutalist French Wooden & Straw Chairs
Located in Paddington, NSW
This rare set of six vintage French Brutalist chairs offers a bold and sculptural presence, perfect for collectors and design enthusiasts alike...
Category
1960s French Vintage Rustic Chairs
Materials
Straw, Oak
Rustic Indian Low Wooden Chair with Rope Seat and Weathered Appearance
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Indian rustic low chair from the 19th century with rope accents and elephant motifs. Imbued with the rustic spirit of 19th-century Ind...
Category
19th Century Indian Antique Rustic Chairs
Materials
Rope, Wood
“Tapera” Little Chair in Wool and Wood by Inês Schertel, Brazil, 2019
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Contemporary “Tapera” little chair in wool and wood by Inês Schertel, Brazil 2019 Ines Schertel's primary material is sheep's wool. As a practitioner of ...
Category
2010s Brazilian Rustic Chairs
Materials
Wood, Wool
Burl Wood Chair
$2,800
Burl Wood Chair
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Very unique Large Burl wood Chair. the inside has been hollowed out to lighten it up.
Category
1970s Norwegian Vintage Rustic Chairs
Materials
Burl
Rustic Wabi Sabi Rattan Chair, France, 1940s
$1,644Sale Price|20% Off
Rustic Wabi Sabi Rattan Chair, France, 1940s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rustic; Wood; Cord; Wabi Sabi; Rattan; dining chair; side chair; France; French Craftsmanship; 1940s; Mid-Century Modern; Rustic chair with comfortable cord seating and an imperfec...
Category
1940s French Vintage Rustic Chairs
Materials
Cord, Wood
Lovato Luigi Tuscan Italian Dining Chairs, Set of 6
$1,596Sale Price / set|20% Off
Lovato Luigi Tuscan Italian Dining Chairs, Set of 6
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and handle all the shipping details. However, if you let us know what 1st Dibs is quoting you and give us your zip code, we can sometimes ship it for less and get it to you faster. For a shipping quote, click on "ASK THE SELLER" under the purchase button and provide your zip code. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Set of 6 Luigi Lovato Country Italian Solid Wood Dining Chairs Made in Italy...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Rustic Chairs
Materials
Wood, Naugahyde, Hardwood
Folks 31 Chair by Serban Ionescu, 2021
Located in Antwerp, BE
Serban Ionescu; Folks Series; Functional Art; Sculpture Chair; Armchair; Sidechair; Conversation Piece; Art; Romania; Folks 31, 2021 This unique piece was on view in the exhibition "In Order of Appearance" by Serban Ionescu from 20/03/21-24/04/21 in Everyday Gallery in Antwerp, Belgium next to the solo show of Marria Pratts...
Category
2010s Romanian Rustic Chairs
Materials
Wood
Rustic Red Painted Primitive Wooden Baby Chair
Located in High Point, NC
This charming vintage wooden baby chair from India showcases a wonderfully aged red painted finish with authentic, time-worn character. The chair features a distinctive ribbed seat a...
Category
Late 20th Century Indian Rustic Chairs
Materials
Wood
Vintage French Nailhead Stained Leather Club Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This handsome vintage club chair exudes timeless comfort and masculine refinement, showcasing a robust, square-form silhouette characteristic of classic English and French club seati...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Rustic Chairs
Materials
Metal
Rustic Yellow and Red Painted Wooden Baby Chair
Located in High Point, NC
This vibrant vintage wooden baby chair from India features a striking combination of distressed yellow and red paint with a beautifully worn, layered patina. Hand-carved from solid w...
Category
Late 20th Century Indian Rustic Chairs
Materials
Wood
Studio Made Root Chair
$2,200
Studio Made Root Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This one of a kind chair is made from one piece of found root wood. Beautifully carved and polished, this is a functional piece of art. Please confirm location NY or NJ
Category
20th Century Rustic Chairs
Materials
Reclaimed Wood
Vintage Painted Woven Rush Chair
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Charming and timeless, this vintage chair highlights the beauty of natural materials and artisanal craftsmanship. The intricate woven rush detailing and gently chipped paint bring a ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Rustic Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Rustic Set of 4 Chairs, Solid Elm, by Olavi Hanninen
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Set of four high back Rustic and Brutalist blended Olavi Hanninen chairs in solid Elm. The seat can be restored on request.
Category
1940s Finnish Vintage Rustic Chairs
Materials
Elm
English Country Pine Chair circa 1800 with Scrolled Arms and Lift-Top Seat
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English country pine chair from the early 19th century, with pierced back, scrolled arms and lift-top seat. This rustic country armchair features a simple pierced back, adorned wi...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Rustic Chairs
Materials
Pine
Early 20th Century Raw Wood Live Edge Chair
Located in Wichita, KS
Presented is a rustic raw or live edge wood chair with arms. All hand made and assembled, the chair has great character. arm height is 29" To v...
Category
1920s Unknown Vintage Rustic Chairs
Materials
Wood
Vintage Rush Seat Stool and Bar Stool, Italy, 1970s
Located in Rīga, LV
This is a set of two seats: a stool and a bar stool with rush seats. The wood shade is slightly different, but it is from the same palette. Dimensions: stool - H 45 cm, W 39 cm, D ...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Rustic Chairs
Materials
Wood
Mid 20th Century Painted Metal Bistro Chairs - Set of 12
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rare set of 12pc. Lot of Painted Metal Bistro Chairs They have a weathered patina that gives them a rich, rustic vibe. Great for inside or outside use. Some rust and paint wear, a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Rustic Chairs
Materials
Metal
6 elegant neo-rustic chairs circa 1950
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
6 elegant neo-rustic chairs circa 1950
Category
1950s Vintage Rustic Chairs
Materials
Wood
Vintage Boho Wrought Iron Carousel Chairs - Set of 4
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Infuse your indoor or outdoor space with whimsical vintage charm using this captivating set of four wrought iron carousel chairs. Featuring intricately crafted backs reminiscent of f...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Chaise de plage pliante
$2,960
Chaise de plage pliante
Located in Paris, FR
Folding armchair with a wooden frame painted in a grey-green tone, featuring a seat and backrest in woven cane with a central motif
Category
20th Century Rustic Chairs
Materials
Wood
Vintage Custom Built KPS Group Arm Chairs - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning pair of vintage custom built arm chairs. Hand made by the prestigious KPS group in Italy. Beautiful warm wood with hand carved detail. Inset cane panel with custom upholst...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Rustic Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
French Wrought Iron Chairs in Original Finish, a Pair
Located in Wichita, KS
Antique French Wrought Iron Chairs with their original finish and beautiful patina. The chairs are sold as a pair. please let us know if you would like a freight shipping quote oth...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Rustic Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Upholstered Side Chair with Nailhead Trim
$639Sale Price|20% Off
Upholstered Side Chair with Nailhead Trim
Located in Naples, FL
Tall upholstered club chair with arms. Chair has original upholstery in good condition with nailhead trim. Arms have signs of wear. Measurements are listed, however, floor to arm mea...
Category
Late 20th Century Rustic Chairs
Materials
Metal
Rustic Modern Cognac Leather Chair
Located in Antwerp, BE
black lacquer steel and patinated cognac leather chairs, set of six, Belgium, 1960s Unusual set of six side chairs, thick leather seating, sol...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Rustic Chairs
Materials
Steel
Rustic Wooden Child's Chair with Inner Compartment, France, 19th Century
$2,544Sale Price|20% Off
Rustic Wooden Child's Chair with Inner Compartment, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Petite 19th-century chair, crafted from rich, dark solid wood, stands as a timeless piece with a sturdy construction that has endured the test of time. With a rustic allure, it not o...
Category
Early 20th Century French Rustic Chairs
Materials
Wood
Rustic Wooden Child's Chair, France, Early 20th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
19th century rustic wooden children's chair, crafted from dark solid wood. This minimalist chair brings a touch of historical charm to modern interiors. With its timeless design and ...
Category
Early 20th Century French Rustic Chairs
Materials
Wood
Vintage Boho Picket Fence Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of rustic charm to your home with the Vintage Boho Picket Fence Chair. This unique piece combines bohemian flair with a whimsical picket fence design, creating a cozy and...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Chairs
Materials
Wood
Rustic chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Rustic chairs 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 chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, asian art and furniture, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, natural fiber and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rustic chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original chairs, popular names associated with this style include Alberto Marconetti, Joanina and David Pastoll, Serban Ionescu, and Atelier Marolles. 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 chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $375 and tops out at $36,000 while the average work can sell for $1,995.
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