Rustic Seating
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
Petite Chinese Quarter Moon Stool, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
With rustic texture and simplicity of form, this petite 19th-century stool is a timeless example of casual seating in rural China. Crafted of northern elm (yumu) with mortise-and-ten...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Seating
Materials
Elm
Early 20th Century Rustic Armchair
Located in Chicago, IL
A rustic and chic early 20th century American hickory framed armchair with woven sides and back, and a creamy ivory painted finish. Perfect for your country house, but equally at hom...
Category
Early 20th Century American Rustic Seating
Materials
Hickory
Andrianna Shamaris Sculptural Antique Bench
Located in New York, NY
Impressive three inch thick teak bench. Beautiful details in this 100 year old wood. We added minimalist cone style legs. Both usable and a piece of art. Rare.
This bench was hand m...
Category
2010s Rustic Seating
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
18th Century English Oak Stool
Located in Faversham, GB
An English oak vernacular stool salvaged from a Midlands foundry.
The stool has a split oval shaped chunky top of pegged construction with various additional legacy nails from years...
Category
17th Century British Antique Rustic Seating
Materials
Wrought Iron
Rustic Stool from a Slice of Solid Live Edge of Yew Wood
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Rustic Stool from a Slice of Solid Live Edge of Yew Wood
A slice of yew wood cut from one piece of the Tree, flat with a live edge and uneven shape, the legs have been hand cut
...
Category
1970s Vintage Rustic Seating
Materials
Yew
Charming wooden rustic church stool, France ca. 1900
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1900 / church stool / oak / rustic / mid-century / French Provincial
Elegant low church stool with beautiful carved feet, made in France around 1900. Crafted from high-qual...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Seating
Materials
Wood, Oak
Pair of Rustic Continental Style Olive Green Leather and Faux Antler Armchairs
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Rustic Continental-style armchairs with resin faux moose and deer antler constructed frame with points capped with decorative brass balls, and dark olive green upholstered se...
Category
20th Century Rustic Seating
Materials
Leather
Rustic 19th Century English Walnut Lambing Chair with Carved Base
Located in Atlanta, GA
A rustic English walnut lambing chair from the 19th century with curving arms and carved base. Whisk your home's ambiance back in time with this rustic English walnut lambing chair, ...
Category
19th Century English Antique Rustic Seating
Materials
Walnut
Dark Oak Parquetry Dining Arm Chair (Set of 2)
Located in Westwood, NJ
A dark oak dining armchair with tapered legs. This classic chair is crafted from hand-carved oak and features a parquetry design. It has an upholstered seat for comfort, its top and ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Rustic Seating
Materials
Wood
$2,094 / set
Small rustic wooden stool with curved base, France ca. 1900
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1900 / stool / wood / rustic / mid-century
A small wooden stool made in France, around 1900. A sturdy and decorative addition to any interior crafted from high-quality wood...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Seating
Materials
Wood
Seventeenth-Century Antique Rustic Bench from Galicia
Located in London, GB
A rare late 17th Century bench from Galicia with nearly 300 years of patination, creating a beautiful and inimitable texture. The construction is rudimentary but incredibly solid, an...
Category
17th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Seating
Materials
Wood
Industrial green wooden stool with nice patina, France 1900
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1900 / stool / wood / industrial / design / rustic
A French small low stool with vibrant green original paint and beautiful patina. A charming designed stool with one strai...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Seating
Materials
Wood
Rustic Distressed Blue Wooden Bench with Geometric Cutout Backrest
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This rustic distressed wooden bench features a striking blue paint finish with an aged patina, adding vintage character to any space. The backrest showcases a unique geometric cutout...
Category
Early 20th Century Rustic Seating
Materials
Wood
Javanese 19th Century Teak Wood Daybed with Storage and Hand Woven Rattan
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Javanese teak wood daybed from the 19th century, with rattan seat, storage and hand carved scrolling motifs. Handcrafted on the island of Java during the 19th century, this teak (a very sturdy wood) daybed charmed us right away with its rustic character and great presence. We found it in Java on an excursion during the early 1980s. The bed features a hand-carved headboard with scrolling cloud motifs, flanked with straight supports topped with pyramidal finials. The main section presents a low storage...
Category
19th Century Javanese Antique Rustic Seating
Materials
Rattan, Teak
Pair of Rustic Continental Horn and Oak Leopard Side Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Rustic Continental (German) horn and oak trimmed side chairs with leopard upholstery and triple cross leg design. (19th Cent.)
Category
19th Century German Antique Rustic Seating
Materials
Horn, Oak
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 Seating
Materials
Metal
Rustic French Oak and Rush Dining Chairs, 1960s Primitive Artisan Craftsmanshap
Located in Almelo, NL
Set of 6 Rustic French Oak and Rush Dining Chairs, 1960s – Primitive Artisan Craftsmanship
Evoking the raw beauty of French country craftsmanship, this set of six rustic dining chai...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Rustic Seating
Materials
Rush, Oak
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 Seating
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Rustic Travail Populaire Benches, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Travail Populaire; Art Populaire; Rustic; Rural; Wabi Sabi; Antique; 19th Century; Benches; Monoxylite; Folk Art;
Rustic travail populaire benches from 19th century France, each ado...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Seating
Materials
Wood
Vintage Rustic Bamboo Rattan Tree Branch Form Adirondack Bench Settee
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Rustic Bamboo Rattan Tree Branch Form Adirondack Bench Settee. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 40" H x 50" W x 28" D x 17" Seat Height x 26" Arm Height.
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Rustic Seating
Materials
Wood
White rustic stool 1930
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgian white painted stool with some great patina on the wood and paint. made around 1930.
Category
1930s Belgian Vintage Rustic Seating
Materials
Wood
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 Seating
Materials
Oak
Oak Parquetry Dining Arm Chairs (Set of 2)
Located in Westwood, NJ
An oak parquetry dining arm chair with tapered legs. This beautiful chair is constructed with hand-carved oak and has a parquetry design. It has an upholstered seat with a top and mi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Rustic Seating
Materials
Wood
$2,094 / set
Original Italian Beech Sofa with Damask Cushions, Particular Design
Located in Buggiano, IT
Original Italian beech sofa from 1940 with damask cushions, particular design.
Comes from an old country house in the Chianti area of Tuscany.
The paint...
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Rustic Seating
Materials
Beech
$463 Sale Price
43% Off
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 Seating
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Solid Elm Stools Square with Chamfers and Through Tenons, France 1960's
Located in New York, NY
A pair of honey-colored Elm stools with octagonal tops.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Rustic Seating
Materials
Elm
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 Seating
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 Seating
Materials
Wood
Country Ladder Back Whitewash Bench
Located in Westwood, NJ
Country Ladder Back Bench, this English country-style medium driftwood ladder back two-seat bench has a shaped back rail, graduated ladder slats with...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Rustic Seating
Materials
Wood
$3,376 / item
Rustic Continental Style Green Leather and Faux Antler Three-Seat Settee
Located in Queens, NY
Rustic Continental-style three seat settee with dark olive green leather upholstered seat and backs with two decorative brown suede straps in a frame built from resin faux moose and ...
Category
20th Century Rustic Seating
Materials
Leather
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 Seating
Materials
Twine, Wood
Pair Blonde Lambing Chairs Rustic Farmhouse Armchairs Wingback Fireside Vintage
Located in London, GB
A delightful and rare pair of strikingly attractive blonde Lambing chairs in lovely vintage condition. Made in rural England around the Mid Century, this surprisingly extremely comfo...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Rustic Seating
Materials
Pine
19th century Swedish painted pine dug out chair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century Swedish pine dug out chair circa 1870.
Traditional rustic piece of swedish furniture using a tree trunk to form a piece of furniture. Hand crafted from a trunk to form...
Category
Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Seating
Materials
Pine, Paint
Antique Knotty Pine Bench
Located in Bridgeport, CT
fine construction done in individual sections for the entire bench. There are separate panels on the tall back, tall sides and supports in the frames. The side panels have carved mol...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Rustic Seating
Materials
Wood
Provincial Chinese Four Leg Stool, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This rustic wooden stool from China's Shanxi province charms with its compact scale and timeworn texture. Crafted with mortise-and-tenon joinery methods, the stool features a round s...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Seating
Materials
Elm
1930s Rustic Organic Double Weave Rattan Sculptural Oak Rocking Chair
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare rattan rocking chairs set you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful set is stat...
Category
1930s American Vintage Rustic Seating
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Set of 4 American Rustic Ben Davis Adirondack Side Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 4 American Rustic Adirondack side chairs with spindle back and knotted trim (att: Ben Davis)
Category
1940s American Vintage Rustic Seating
Materials
Wood
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 Seating
Materials
Fruitwood
Set of 6 Rustic Adirondack Hooked Rug Arm Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 6 Rustic Adirondack arm chairs with a wood frame having skin backs and upholstered hooked rug seats with a pine tree design (PRICED AS SET)
Category
20th Century American Rustic Seating
Materials
Animal Skin
$16,500 / set
Visionaire Italian Ladder Rustic Down Wood Chrome Sectional Sofa
By Visionaire
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 21st Century with this exquisite hand crafted, sculpted rustic style ladder sofa. The ultra rare sofa gives an air of luxury an...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Rustic Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Down
Lovato Luigi Tuscan Italian Dining Chairs, Set of 6
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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A Set of 6 Luigi Lovato Country Italian Solid Wood Dining Chairs Made in Italy...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Rustic Seating
Materials
Wood, Naugahyde, Hardwood
$1,596 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Set of Six Rural Oak Dining Chairs, Spain, 1950s
Located in Almelo, NL
Set of Six Rural Oak Dining Chairs, Spain, 1950s
A fantastic set of six rural oak dining chairs originated in Spain in the 1950s. Crafted by hand from solid oak, these chairs embody ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Rustic Seating
Materials
Oak
$4,600 / set
Pair of Rustic Hickory Side Chairs with Cane Seats
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Rustic Old Hickory style (late 20th cent) side chairs with woven cane seats and backs.
Category
20th Century Rustic Seating
Materials
Hickory
Provincial Chinese Courtyard 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. Hand-crafted of pine, the tapered stool...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Seating
Materials
Pine
Set of 8 vintage bentwood armchairs, 1993
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage bent plywood armchairs with thick grey fabric cushions by AZ Zeitler, made in Germany.
Very comfy chairs with a timeless design.
Set of 8
Dated 02/1993
Dimensions:
Heig...
Category
1990s Belgian Rustic Seating
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood
$1,360 / set
Pair of Dutch Rustic Armchairs in Solid Oak and Straw
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, solid oak, straw, the Netherlands, 1930s
These armchairs balance restraint with warmth – typical of Dutch vernacular design from the 1930s. The geometry of th...
Category
1930s Dutch Vintage Rustic Seating
Materials
Straw, Oak
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 Seating
Materials
Elm
Rustic Continental Tree Trunk Side Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
3 Rustic Continental (19th-20th century) tree trunk base side chairs with twig hoop design back. (PRICED EACH).
Category
20th Century American Rustic Seating
Materials
Wood
$1,200 / item
French Victorian Bamboo Tete-a-tete
Located in Queens, NY
French Victorian bamboo 3 section conversation seat (tete a tete) with center post and upholstered seats and backs.
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Upholstery
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 Seating
Materials
Elm
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 Seating
Materials
Wood
$2,958
Paint Decorated Santa Fe Bench from J. Seitz New Preston, CT.
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Originally acquired at the iconic New Preston, Connecticut design shop J. Seitz. A wonderful old bench with arched serpentine top and turned spindle ba...
Category
Early 20th Century Rustic Seating
Materials
Wood
Rustic Primitive Artisan Tree Log Driftwood Garden Patio Bench by Robert Powchik
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Rustic Primitive Artisan Tree Log Driftwood Garden Patio Bench by Robert Powchik. Item featured was locally sourced and crafted from real tree logs in New York by artist Robert Powch...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Rustic Seating
Materials
Wood
Rustic Pine Bench with Hand-Hewn Details – Versatile American Craftsmanship
Located in Atlanta, GA
Crafted from solid pine with rustic charm, this American 20th-century bench showcases timeless craftsmanship. Its hand-hewn surface features natural grain patterns, making each angle...
Category
20th Century American Rustic Seating
Materials
Pine
Vintage Boho Moroccan Leather Poof - Set of 2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Infuse your living space with exotic comfort and bohemian flair with this delightful set of two vintage Moroccan leather poufs. Each pouf is a testament to traditional North African ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Rustic Seating
Materials
Leather
Country Rustic Dining Chairs (set of 2)
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted with a heavily distressed walnut-stained finish, this chair radiates vintage country farmhouse character and warmth. The exposed tenon construction and patinated iron handle ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Rustic Seating
Materials
Wood
$2,406 / set
English Victorian Terra Cotta Arm Chair
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian Rustic style glazed brown terra cotta arm chair with faux twig design with open pediment shaped back.
Category
Early 20th Century English Rustic Seating
Materials
Terracotta
Stool
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Stool, design 1960, Oak
Measures: H: 67 cm, W: 33 cm, D: 32 cm.
Category
1960s French Vintage Rustic Seating
Materials
Oak
$1,597 Sale Price
25% Off
Rustic Adirondack Style Stained Pine Wing / Armchair
Located in Queens, NY
Rustic Adirondack-style (Mid-20th Century) stained pine wing / armchair comprised of shaped planks with decorative cutouts, joined with tusk and ten...
Category
20th Century American Rustic Seating
Materials
Wood
Rustic Adirondack Pine Bench
Located in Queens, NY
American Country Rustic Adirondack style (20th Century) rectangular free form knotty pine bench with bark trim resting on 4 cylindrical black legs
Category
20th Century American Rustic Seating
Materials
Iron
Rustic seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Rustic seating 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 seating 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, hardwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rustic seating 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 seating, popular names associated with this style include Old Hickory Furniture Company, Alabama Sawyer, Andrianna Shamaris, and Bernhardt. 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 seating differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $119 and tops out at $68,000 while the average work can sell for $1,925.
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