Functional pieces made with local materials that can stand the test of time have defined antique and vintage country furniture around the world.
Country style has varied based on regional tastes, from French Country with tufted sofas and cane-framed beds to American Country with stately Windsor chairs and tables built of pine. Each is imbued with touches that are often described as rustic, a style that is inclusive of a range of decorating modes such as country and farmhouse. Exposed wood, traditional fabrics, natural colors and a sense of heritage through distressed surfaces and handcrafted design are all attributes of country-style interiors.
Country furniture and decor can encompass movements from across centuries that reflect rural life, such as French Provincial, which emerged in the 17th century, Black Forest, which became popular in early-19th-century Switzerland with sculptural furniture carved with animals and Adirondack style, with chairs that debuted in the United States in the early 20th century and became a rustic favorite.
The design of country-style furniture isn’t guided by fleeting trends or elite tastes. Sofas upholstered with animal hide, desks made of oak or pine that show off the grain of their material and dining room tables balanced on sturdy square legs are all popular examples of country furniture. Although the aesthetics of country furniture are eclectic, the pieces are unified by meticulous construction that favors utility over ornamentation.
Contemporary country interiors usually have muted palettes, with white walls and calming shades of blue, where heirloom pieces mingle with vintage baskets and gingham textiles. Unpretentious and timeless, country furniture adds warmth to any home, whether it’s a cabin in the woods or an urban loft apartment.
Find a collection of antique and vintage country tables, seating, decorative objects and more furniture on 1stDibs.
Jack Fhillips Design Two Seat Sofa
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An elegant comfortable two seat sofa with two seat and two ample fitted back cushions. Rolled arms and the base with a tailored skirt. Upholstered in a lovely pale floral striped uph...
Fabric, Wood
New Pair of Mulberry Custom Howard Love Seat Armchairs Morning Gallop Velvet
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale our first ever range of Luxury, prototype, custom made armchairs, they are oversized, Howard style love seat / ...
Upholstery, Beech
New Pair of Mulberry Custom Made Howard Love Seat Armchairs Hounds Silk Velvet
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale our first ever range of Luxury, prototype, custom made armchairs, they are oversized, Howard style love seat / ...
Upholstery, Beech
$3,560Sale Price|20% Off
Wonderful Newly Refurbished Vintage Double Caned Loveseat
Located in Hopewell, NJ
They don’t come along this beautifully done very often; vintage double caned curvy loveseat painted a gorgeous light gray and fitted with fresh contemporary Jane Churchill fabric up...
Upholstery, Cane
Pair of Mulberry Custom Made Howard Love Seat Armchairs Lemond Silk Velvet
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale our first ever range of Luxury, prototype, custom made armchairs, they are oversized, Howard style love seat / ...
Upholstery, Beech
Pair of Custom Made Sheepskin Karu Armchairs
Located in London, England
A pair of reproduction armchairs in the 1940s Danish modern style. The Karu chair is a contemporary update of a classic design first produced in Finland by the HAIMI OY company in t...
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak, Walnut
Kartell Uncle Jack Sofa by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Kartell presents Uncle Jack, the revolutionary single mould transparent polycarbonate sofa signed by Philippe Starck. It is 190 cm long in a single block we...
Plastic
1 Klaus Franck & Werner Sauer Two Seat Sofa
By Klaus Frank & Werner Sauer
Located in Pasadena, TX
A Mid century modern two-seat settee designed by Klaus Franck and Werner Sauer for Wilkhahn in 1983. Comfortable and stylish tandem seating with chrome bases and red upholstery.
Chrome
$4,950
H 37.5 in W 51.75 in D 32 in
Antique French Art Deco Two-Seat Loveseat Sofa with Cream Upholstery, 1940s
Located in Detroit, MI
This beautiful antique French Art Deco loveseat sofa is circa 1940s. This well-built, elegantly proportioned two-seater loveseat sofa has a distinctive profile with a carved solid wo...
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
Two-Seat Sofa, Denmark, 1950, New Upholstery Bouclé Fabric
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful two-seat curved sofa manufactured in the 1950s. Lovely shape and curves. Very comfortable seat with two feather cushions covered of blue Kvadrat velvet. Perfect condition,...
Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Upholstery, Velvet, Beech
Italian Modern Two Seat Sofa, c. 1950s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning two seat settee features sculpted hardwood arms with sleek and delicate legs. Unique vintage fabric adds to the mid-century appeal of this elegant Italian love seat...
Upholstery
Vintage Italian "Cloud" Loveseat
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Fabulous vintage suede "Cloud" loveseat made in Italy, circa 1970s. This loveseat is wrapped by a padded edge that makes it look even more like a cloud, it h...
Suede, Wood
$7,635 / set
H 27.17 in W 37.01 in D 34.65 in
Elegant Pair of Italian Armchairs. New Velvet Upholstery.
Located in Paris, FR
Elegant Pair of Italian Armchairs. Circa 1950/60. Soft and comfortable seat. Light oak waxed feet. Perfect condition. Original pieces from the 1950s newly re-upholstered in the trad...
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Oak
French Antique Style Cane Loveseat
Located in New York, NY
French antique style cane loveseat. The loveseat has a loose cushioned and a cane seat and back. Nice carvings to the top back.
Cane, Wood
$3,000Sale Price / set|60% Off
H 25 in W 61.5 in D 32.75 in
Pair of Chrome Framed Love Seats in the Style of Milo Baughman
By Flair, Milo Baughman
Located in Hanover, MA
Pair of original vintage two seat sofas floating within chromed steel bands. In the style of Milo Baughman but actually from the Flair division of Bernhardt. Original upholstery is ...
Chrome
20th century Howard style Woodstock Armchair
Located in Batley, GB
A good quality 20th century Howard style 'Woodstock' armchair. Raised on square tapered legs and brass casters. Structurally in good order with traditional innards and a soft feath...
Beech
Vintage Ikat Print Georgian Loveseat
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This striking vintage settee beautifully marries traditional Georgian elegance with the vibrant energy of global textiles. Featuring a masterfully hand-carved wood frame, the piece i...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Sold
H 32.68 in W 41.34 in D 46.07 in
New Pair of Mulberry Custom Howard Love Seat Armchairs Flying Ducks Silk Velvet
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale our first ever range of Luxury, prototype, custom made armchairs, they are oversized, Howard style love seat / extra large armchairs upholstered in Mulberry silk velvet fabrics, edition numbers 007 and 008 These really are a work of art, I have four pairs in different Mulberry Silk velvet country house fabrics, each chair has been stamped and edition numbered on the inside back left leg, this pair are edition number 005 and 006 as mentioned which are the first edition in this fabric, they are the largest type of this chair ever produced, my wife and I can sit comfortably in one hence, they are love seats not simply armchairs These chairs come in four sizes, the pieces pictured here are available to buy now, there are three smaller sizes which can be made to order at your request, they take 6-12 weeks depending on the frame size and production time, please feel free to send me an email if you wish to discuss the other options This pair are upholstered in Mulberry Flying ducks, this exceptional collection of original prints, weaves and exuberant embroideries defines the unique heritage of Mulberry home...
Upholstery, Beech
Sold
H 44.1 in W 61.03 in D 29.53 in
Luxury Compact George Smith Ryan High Back Two Seater Sofa in Soft Blue/Silver
By George Smith
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this Luxury and well known makers George Smith Ryan soft blue/silver two seater sofa on solid wood legs. With its high and stylish camel back, t...
Upholstery
Leather Mid Century Conversation Seat
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Absolutely stunning 'tête-à-tête' or conversation seat. This classic seat has been freshly upholstered in a fine quality Italian ink-coloured leat...
Leather
Pine Bench or Settle
Located in Baltimore, MD
Antique pine benches or settles are hard to find in the size of this delightful little loveseat. This splendid example has been in this dealer’s home for twenty-five years. The back ...
Pine
Sold
H 32.5 in W 49 in D 35 in
Sweet Wood Loveseat with Plush Cushion by Furniture Makers "Old Hickory"
By Old Hickory Furniture Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
An American love-seat by furniture makers "Old Hickory" from the early 20th century. This antique American-made love-seat features an open slatted back and seat, with generously curv...
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
Sold
H 41.34 in W 46.46 in D 21.66 in
Antique Country Bench Seat, Turned Wood, with Straw Seat of the 1920s
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Antique country bench seat, in turned wood, with straw seat of the early 20th century Measures cm: H 45\105 x W 118 x D 55.
Straw, Walnut
Wingback Sofa
Located in Culver City, CA
Newly reupholstered in Liberty of London velvet fabric.
Velvet, Wood
18th Century French Provincial Adjustable Loveseat and Bed
Located in Queens, NY
Eighteenth century French Provincial walnut loveseat with an upholstered wing back and seat with short open arms above four cabriole legs and a shaped apron. The loveseat converts in...
Walnut, Upholstery