Rustic Stools
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 Chinese Scholar Stool, China
Located in Washington, DC
Antique Chinese Scholar Stool. China, circa early 20th century.
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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Stools
Materials
Wood
Rustic, Primitive, WabiSabi, Antique, Naive Stool/Table, England, c19th Century
Located in London Road, Baldock, Hertfordshire
Rustic, Primitive, Wabi Sabi, Antique, Naive Vintage Stool/Table, England, c19th Century.
A rustic stool which would also serve as a side/coffee table. Sitting on four splayed slig...
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19th Century British Antique Rustic Stools
Materials
Wood
Folks 33 Chair by Serban Ionescu, 2021
Located in Antwerp, BE
Serban Ionescu; Folks Series; Functional Art; Sculpture chair; Armchair; Sidechair; Conversation Piece; Art;
Folks 33, 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...
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2010s Romanian Rustic Stools
Materials
Wood
Provincial Chinese Full Moon Stool, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Deceptively simple, this early 20th century stool from Shanxi province shows off the ingenious joinery methods used by traditional Chinese carpenters. The stool's three splayed legs ...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Stools
Materials
Elm
Primitive Red Stool with Slash Marks
Located in Dallas, TX
The Brendan Bass Estate Collection pays homage to the beauty of vintage and antique
pieces, each artfully concealing endless stories collected through the generations in which they ...
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20th Century Rustic Stools
Materials
Wood
Spanish Rustic Workshop Wooden Tripod Stool or Side Table
Located in Barcelona, ES
Rustic wooden high stool with a three-legged base and round seat. Spain, 1920s-1930s.
From the northern part of Spain this rustic stool has a primitive construction, great shape and character.
This traditional farm or workshop rustic stool has a terrific patina. It shows the pass of time with signals of antique repairs.
Wood strecthers joining each leg.
To be used for decorative purposes and as occasional table or side table.
Measures: 42 cm W x 36 cm D x 65 cm H // 16,53 in W x 14,17 in D x 25,59 in H
The seat is : 26 cm diameter // 10,23 in diameter.
Workshop Tripod Stool // Wood High Stool // Rustic Stool // Spanish Tripod Stool
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20th Century Spanish Rustic Stools
Materials
Wood, Pine
Hand Carved Stool, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Intricately carved tripod stool with a curved seat.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Rustic Stools
Materials
Elm
Charles Dudouyt design solid wood stool, France 1940s
Located in leucate, FR
Post Art Deco stool, attributed to the French decorator Charles Dudouyt.
French modern rustic.
Curved and openwork seat to facilitate the passage of a hand. So-called “coil” feet, s...
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1940s French Vintage Rustic Stools
Materials
Wood
18th Century French Stool
Located in Chicago, IL
This 18th-century French turned oak stool is a magnificent example of timeless elegance and exquisite craftsmanship. With beautifully turned legs, gently scrolled apron, and a footre...
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18th Century French Antique Rustic Stools
Materials
Oak
Rustic, Primitive, WabiSabi, Antique, Naive Stool/Table, England, c19th Century
Located in London Road, Baldock, Hertfordshire
Rustic, Primitive, Wabi Sabi, Antique, Naive Vintage Stool/Table, England, c19th Century.
A rustic milking stool could also serve as a side/coffee table. Sitting on three, heavily ...
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19th Century British Antique Rustic Stools
Materials
Wood
Alpine Chair in Oak Wood
Located in Vo', Veneto
Alpine Chair in Oak Wood
Dimension: H.93 cm - W. 42 cm (H. seat: 48 cm)
Period: c. 1850
Origin: Italian Alps
Wood: oak
Description
Original Alpine chair in oak wood. Contextualize...
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1850s Italian Antique Rustic Stools
Materials
Fir
Rustic Italian Alpine Chair
Located in Vo', Veneto
Alpine Chair in Maple Wood
Dimension: H.82 cm - W. 32 cm (H. seat: 52 cm)
Period: c. 1850
Origin: Italian Alps
Wood: Maple
Description
Original maple wood chair. Turned columns on...
Category
1850s Italian Antique Rustic Stools
Materials
Fruitwood
Beautiful shaped rustig low stool in painted wood, France ca. 1900
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1900 / stool / wood / rustic / mid-century / vintage / French provincial
Rare rustic wooden low stool crafted around 1900 in France. The exceptional shape and nice layers o...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Stools
Materials
Wood
Rustic Italian Alpine Chair
Located in Vo', Veneto
Alpine Chair in Linden Wood
Dimension: H.76 cm - W. 30 cm (H. seat: 47 cm)
Period: c. 1850
Origin: Italian Alps
Wood: Linden
Description
This patina-rich mulberry wood antique Alp...
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1850s Italian Antique Rustic Stools
Materials
Fruitwood
Chinese Iron Star Chopping Stool, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Dated to the turn of the century, this provincial stool would have been used throughout a courtyard home as versatile everyday seating. Deceptively simple, the wooden stool is design...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Stools
Materials
Elm
Brandt Ranch Oak Bar Stool Acorn Brown Finish & Black-Brown Faux Leather Seat
Located in Topeka, KS
Beautiful swivel bar stool by A. Brandt comprised of solid ranch oak and a dark brown almost black vinyl or faux leather seat cushion. Wonderful vintage condition. The joints have been tightened and the swivel lubricated, and a light coat of restore-a-finish has been applied. Please see photos. Circa mid-20th century.
Such an awesome bar stool by A. Brandt!! This stool is comprised of rustic solid ranch oak with an Acorn Brown finish that is signature to A. Brandt Company furniture. Acorn Brown was made by applying an oil stain before sealing the wood. After lacquering, Acorn Brown wax was applied. And this stool wears it well!! It’s just what you need at the end of your rustic, western, or industrial style bar, but it would also be perfect at a tall game or bar style table. This fabulous stool has a solid ranch oak base with an iron ring stretcher joining its four splayed legs which makes it extra sturdy and mirrors the sultry dark brown round and rotating cushioned vinyl seat. It is versatile and just what you need to add a little spark of style to an otherwise mundane spot!
A Brandt Company was established in 1900 by German immigrant August Brandt...
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20th Century American Rustic Stools
Materials
Iron
Rustic Wooden Stool, 1920s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Rustic solid wooden stool. Made around 1920.
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1920s French Vintage Rustic Stools
Materials
Wood
16th Century French wooden stool with storage and nice patina
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 16th century / stool with storage / wood / rustic / Mid-century
This rustic stool dates back to the 16th century and was crafted in France. The beautiful patina testifies t...
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16th Century French Antique Rustic Stools
Materials
Wood
French rustic wooden low stool in painted wood, ca. 1900
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1900 / stool / wood / rustic / mid-century / vintage / French provincial
Decorative wooden low stool made in France around 1900. Elegantly shaped and painted brown. This an...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Stools
Materials
Wood
Antique Danish Sculptural Milking Stool Dark Wood 3-Legged, Mogens Lassen Style
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
A very decorative piece Antique Danish tripod milking stool made from solid darkened wood. Made ca 1920s by a cabinetmaker.
The seat is shaped for great comfort. This kind of seat mi...
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Rustic Stools
Materials
Wood
Rustic Chinese Stool
Located in Sheffield, MA
Dated to the early 20th century, this rustic stool has simple splayed-leg design and well-worn finish. Crafted of northern elm wood with mortise-and-tenon joinery, without the use of...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Stools
Materials
Elm
Set of 3 1970s Scandinavian Pine Stools
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Nice set of 3 Scandinavian modernist stools. These stools are the perfect example of organic modern. The warm pine wood angularly crafted gives them an edgy appeal that still feel ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Rustic Stools
Materials
Pine
Vintage wicker bar stools - set of 6, 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 6 vintage bar stools with wooden frames and wicker seats.
Elegant vintage pieces with a rustic touch.
Good condition with sturdy wicker seats.
1960s - Belgium
Dimensions:
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1960s Belgian Vintage Rustic Stools
Materials
Wicker, Oak
Rustic Farm Stool, France 1960's
Located in New York, NY
A rustic tripod farm stool with a curved seat.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Rustic Stools
Materials
Elm
Set of 4 American Rustic Old Hickory and Willow Bar Stools
Located in Queens, NY
"Set of 4 American Rustic Old Hickory (1930-40s) high back bar stools with a woven saddle seat and back with a 3 tier box stretcher (INDIANA WILLOW PRODUCTS label) (PRICED AS A Set)
...
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20th Century American Rustic Stools
Materials
Wood, Wicker
Wooden Rustic Stool, 1880s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Rustic wooden stool from the 1880s.
Stools has a great patina.
Category
1880s French Antique Rustic Stools
Materials
Wood
Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Medallion Low Stool
Located in west palm beach, FL
Discover the charm of this Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Medallion Low Stool, a stunning piece that blends Asian-inspired artistry with bohemian flair. Crafted in the late 20th century...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Rustic Stools
Materials
Ceramic
French Tripod Milking Stool
Located in Dallas, TX
These 1960’s French milking stools are a work of functional design made to assist in “dairying.” The short, tripod legs created a low center of gravi...
Category
1960s French Vintage Rustic Stools
Materials
Ash
Antique wooden cutlers jewelers workers tripod stool, ca 1900
Located in Zaandam, NL
Gorgeous vintage jewellers or cutlers tripod chair probably from the United Kingdom. This lovely worn stool has had quite the life as can be seen in the pics but the age and wear jus...
Category
Early 1900s British Antique Rustic Stools
Materials
Elm
Wooden rustic stool Ca.1880
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Rustic wooden stool from the 1880s.
Stools has a great patina.
Category
1880s Belgian Antique Rustic Stools
Materials
Wood
Tall Provincial Chinese Stool
Located in Chicago, IL
This provincial stool is artisan-crafted in the style of traditional Chinese courtyard stools typically used throughout a Qing dynasty home as versatile everyday seating. Made of rec...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Rustic Stools
Materials
Elm
Rustic Indonesian 19th Century Solid Wood Turned Stool with Brown Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indonesian turned wooden stool from the 19th century with brown patina. Crafted in Indonesia during the 19th century, this stool is made of soli...
Category
19th Century Indonesian Antique Rustic Stools
Materials
Wood
19th Century Rustic Handmade Stool
Located in Meulebeke, BE
19th century rustic handmade French stool made of a solid trunk of wood. On top of the wood log we find the three handmade metal nails and handle. A be...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Stools
Materials
Wood
Pair of Very Rustic 19th Century French High Stools
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A pair of very rustic 19th century French high stools.
These are long leg stools they are made in ash and elm, the seats are hand carved from one...
Category
Mid-20th Century Rustic Stools
Materials
Elm
Tall Provincial Chinese Stool
Located in Chicago, IL
This provincial stool is artisan-crafted in the style of traditional Chinese courtyard stools typically used throughout a Qing dynasty home as versatile everyday seating. Made of rec...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Rustic Stools
Materials
Elm
Rustic mid-century wooden stool with legs made of a tree branch, France, 1850
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1850 / stool / rustic / Mid-century
An unique stool made in France around 1850. Handpicked from trees in the heart of France, this stool showcases the timeless beauty of na...
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1850s French Antique Rustic Stools
Materials
Wood
Rustic Black Wooden Stool, circa 1920
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Rustic back wooden stool with hart-shaped handle in the seat.
Made around 1920s. Some old traces of woodworm.
Category
1920s French Vintage Rustic Stools
Materials
Wood
Pair of Round Pine Stools, France 1960's
Located in New York, NY
A pair of pine tripod stools with a center hole in the seat. They unscrew entirely for shipping.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Rustic Stools
Materials
Pine
Tall Rustic Farm Stool or Pedestal in Solid Oak, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Two-tiered solid oak vintage stool. Excellent to use as a pedestal for the display of objects. Solid construction.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Rustic Stools
Materials
Oak
Antique Elm Stool, China
Located in Washington, DC
Antique Chinese Elm Stool. China, circa early 20th century.
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Stools
Materials
Elm
A Swedish Carved Birch and Pine Stool, Circa 1960s
Located in New York, NY
A Swedish sculptural birch and pine stool, Circa 1960s, with a carved C-form seat raised on turned birch legs.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Rustic Stools
Materials
Birch, Pine
Two Rustic Chinese Stools, Sold Separately
Located in Sheffield, MA
Dated to the early 20th century, this rustic stool has simple splayed-leg design and well-worn finish. Crafted of northern elm wood with mortise-and-tenon joinery, without the use of...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Stools
Materials
Elm
Rustic Half Round Farm Stool, France 1960's
Located in New York, NY
A carved Elm farm tripod stool. The unique semi-circle seat and angled legs add a modern touch to an, otherwise, rustic piece.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Rustic Stools
Materials
Elm
Vintage Boho Palm Tree Low Stool
Located in west palm beach, FL
Sculptural and striking, this vintage boho low stool is a true conversation piece, hand-carved from solid wood with a beautifully organic form reminiscent of a palm tree trunk. The w...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Stools
Materials
Wood
Pair of Solid Walnut Trestle Stools, France 1960's
Located in New York, NY
A pair of trestle walnut stools in original finish.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Rustic Stools
Materials
Walnut
Splayed Leg Tripodal Faceted Dark Elm Stools, France 1960's
Located in New York, NY
Rustic carved tripod elm stools with irregular edges. Two available. Priced per item.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Rustic Stools
Materials
Elm
Rustic Chic Blue Stools
Located in Milano, IT
Gorgeous pair of wooden stools belonging to the late 1800s early 1900s in original patina, made in Italy.
The stools are small and entirely made ...
Category
Early 1900s Italian Antique Rustic Stools
Materials
Sheet Metal
Chinese Lucky Eight Stool, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
The traditional squared lines of Ming furniture are given a distinctive curved flair in this late 19th century Provincial stool. A narrow seat is supported by four splayed legs that flare outwards with a natural bend. Resembling the Chinese character for the lucky number...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Stools
Materials
Elm
Artist-Made Birch Stool with Shearling Upholstered Seat
Located in Chicago, IL
This contemporary artist-made stool is a striking blend of natural beauty and organic modern design. Constructed from smooth birch branches, the stool showcases the characteristic pa...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Stools
Materials
Birch
“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 ...
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2010s Brazilian Rustic Stools
Materials
Wood, Wool
Provincial Chinese Courtyard Stool, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
More portable than chairs, stools were a versatile seating option for Qing-dynasty scholars, nobles, and peasants alike. This Provincial stool dates to the turn of the century and wo...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Stools
Materials
Pine
Vintage wicker stools - set of 4, 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 4 vintage stools with wooden frames and wicker seats.
Elegant vintage pieces with a rustic touch.
Good condition with sturdy wicker s...
Category
1960s Belgian Vintage Rustic Stools
Materials
Wicker, Oak
Unusual Rustic / Modern Farmhouse Oak and Leather Stools, Clover Shape Tops
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual Rustic/Modern Farmhouse Oak and Leather Stools. Clover shape top. Excellent original condition, sturdy, well made.
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1970s Vintage Rustic Stools
Materials
Metal
Chinese Splayed Leg Stool, 1920
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Provincial 20th Century Chinese Splayed Leg stool in tropical wood.
Category
20th Century Chinese Rustic Stools
Materials
Pine
Vintage Boho Equipale Low Stool
Located in west palm beach, FL
Embrace rustic elegance with this Vintage Boho Equipale Low Stool, a striking piece that showcases the timeless craftsmanship of traditional Mexican design. Crafted from intricately ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Stools
Materials
Leather, Rattan
Pair of Chinese Tri-Leg Lotus Stools, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Deceptively simple, these early 20th century stools from Hebei province show off the ingenious joinery methods traditionally used by Chinese carpenters. The stool's three splayed leg...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Stools
Materials
Elm
Rustic Folk Art Stool, Austria, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
This charming low chair from 19th-century Tyrol, Austria, is a beautiful example of folk craftsmanship. Made from solid wood, it features a robust yet elegant design that reflects th...
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19th Century Austrian Antique Rustic Stools
Materials
Wood
Organic Wabi Sabi Stool, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
This hand-carved wabi-sabi stool, crafted from solid wood, showcases a sculptural silhouette with a gracefully tapered center, highlighting raw textures, natural cracks, and the mark...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Stools
Materials
Wood
Rustic stools for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Rustic stools 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 stools created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, hardwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rustic stools made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original stools, popular names associated with this style include Serban Ionescu, Old Hickory Furniture Company, A. Brandt Ranch Oak Furniture, and Brothers Furniture Corp.. 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 stools differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $110 and tops out at $16,500 while the average work can sell for $1,200.