Majolica Strawberries Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica strawberries plate signed Sarreguemines Majolica, circa 1870.
1870s French Antique Rustic Furniture
Ceramic
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.
Majolica Strawberries Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica strawberries plate signed Sarreguemines Majolica, circa 1870.
Ceramic
20th Century Large Anatolian Terracotta Storage Jar
Located in London, GB
This 20th-century Anatolian terracotta storage jar represents the rich heritage of Turkish pottery, crafted with an emphasis on function and durability. Its expansive, bulbous form w...
Clay
French Majolica Jardinière with Flowers Onnaing, circa 1890
By Onnaing
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica jardinière with flowers signed Onnaing, circa 1890.
Ceramic
Vintage Rustic Swiss Tripod Stool
Located in Bern, CH
Vintage Rustic Swiss (or possibly French) Tripod Stool. Solid wood seat and tripod base. With light patination to the wood and minor signs of woodworm (no longer prevalent). Complete...
Wood
French Majolica Plate with Flowers & Butterfly, Circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
French majolica plate with flowers & butterfly, Circa 1900.
Ceramic
French Green Glazed Terracotta Pottery
Located in Winter Park, FL
A French earthenware confit pot with traditional green glaze and yellow interior. Old green painted repaired chips to rim. These ordinary earthenware vessels were once used daily in ...
Terracotta
Scandinavian 19th century pine wall cupboard
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Scandinavian 19th century pine wall cupboard circa 1890. Rustic painted Swedish wall cupboard made in pine. Top coat of a creamy white is peeling back to reveal a white base colour...
Pine
16th Century Belgian hand carved single door cabinet in full oak
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 16th Century / cabinet / oak / Antique / Rustic Primitive Antique cabinet in full oak. Hand crafted and carved in the 16th Century in Belgium. Crafted from blond solid oak...
Oak
$2,105Sale Price|30% Off
6.8x8.4 Ft Unique Vintage Handmade West Anatolian Manisa Kula Rug. 100% Wool
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Add a touch of timeless elegance to your home with this vintage hand knotted West Anatolian rug, crafted from 100% premium wool. This exquisite piece captures the essence of traditio...
Wool
Swedish 19th century rustic painted pine cupboard
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Swedish 19th century rustic painted pine cupboard circa 1860. Good quality cupboard which could work in the kitchen or equally as a linen cupboard. Made from pine this piece was ha...
Pine, Paint
Rustic Handcrafted Free Form Live Edge Slab Burl Redwood Very Large Coffee Table
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous vintage rustic handcrafted free form live edge solid slab burl redwood exceptionally large coffee table. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not ne...
Wood
French Faience Blue and White Fish Platter Longwy, circa 1900
By Faïenceries et Emaux de Longwy
Located in Austin, TX
French faience blue and white fish platter signed Longwy, circa 1900. Measures: 21.5" L x 8.5" W x 1.5" H.
Faience
Spanish Rustic Carved Solid Wood Sideboard with Wrought Iron Details
Located in BÉTERA, ES
This striking Spanish rustic sideboard is crafted from solid wood and enriched with hand-carved geometric panels across its drawers and doors. Traditional wrought iron hinges, handle...
Iron, Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century American Side Table
Located in Chicago, IL
Found in Northern Wisconsin, this early 20th-century American pine square table carries the quiet authority of the Northwoods. You can almost hear the screen door slap and the low hu...
Pine
Vintage 1860s Oak Chest of Drawers With Hidden Drawer
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exceptional antique chest of drawers, dating to the 1860s, is a masterclass in mid-19th-century American craftsmanship. Crafted from magnificent quarter-sawn "tiger" oak, the pi...
Brass
Rural Alpine Cupboard, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
This 19th-century pine confiturier from Savoie is a fine example of rural alpine folk art furniture. Made in solid pine, it features a simple framed door, straight stiles, and plain ...
Wood
Traditional Spanish Rustic Decorative Hand Painted Ceramic Plate, circa 1940
Located in Barcelona, ES
Embrace the timeless charm of Spain with this traditional rustic hand-painted ceramic plate from the 1940s. Adorned with exquisite artisan craftsmanship, this plate is a testament to...
Ceramic
Early 20th Century Pair Of Spanish Handmade Solid Wood Benches
Located in BÉTERA, ES
We present an elegant pair of handmade benches, made of solid oak wood with dark patina, whose design soberly evokes the functional and noble aesthetic of European entrance or dining...
Wood, Oak
Black Forest Red Deer Trophy on Carved Plaque ca. 1950s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Black Forest Red Deer Trophy on Carved Plaque ca. 1950s A vintage 6 pointer red deer (Cervus elaphus) trophy from the Black Forest mounted on a carved and stained plaque. The trophy...
Antler, Wood
Swiss solid pine chest / holder with wrought iron fittings, Mid-20th Century
Located in Debrecen, HU
A charming and authentic Swiss/Alpine solid pine chest featuring original wrought iron hinges and handles. Crafted from thick, solid pine boards, this piece has a timeless, honest c...
Pine
Hand-crafted Wood Console Table with Lower Shelf
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This antique French console table is a true statement piece, blending form and function with its timeworn character and solid craftsmanship. The thick tabletop tells a story of decad...
Wood, Paint
$1,046Sale Price|50% Off
Solid Pine Kitchen Cupboard, 1920's
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Solid pine cabinet from the 1920s. The cabinet consists of 2 separate parts. In the upper part 4 doors with a shelf and two drawers behind the two middle doors. The glass is hand pai...
Glass, Pine
Small French Majolica Pitcher Creamer circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Charming Small French Majolica Pitcher Creamer decorated with a red flower.
Ceramic
Rustic Oak Milking Stool
Located in London, London
Oak milking stool This charming rustic stool is crafted from solid oak wood, showcasing a simple yet robust design. T stool features a round, flat seat with visible wood grain patte...
Oak
Mid-Century Modern French Wooden Armchair, Pierre Chapo Attributed, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
A total of four are available and are offered for sale here on the platform. Dark stained. Cool optic. Handmade imposing wooden armchair. Each armchair is unique. This armchair he...
Wood, Oak
Set of Two 19th Century Hand Painted Rustic Popular Traditional Ceramic
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of two 19th century hand painted rustic popular traditional ceramic. By unknown artisan, France. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserv...
Ceramic
Early 20th Century Handmade Persian Heriz Large Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Heriz large room size carpet handmade during the early 20th century. Measures: 11' 1" x 15' 5".
Wool
Swat Chest from the Swat Valley of Pakistan c1800's Original and Unrestored
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Beautifully hand-carved Swat Chest from the Swat Valley of Pakistan. We have had one at home for over 30 years and I had always thought they were Afghan, bu...
Wood
$2,100 / set
Pair of Bombe Style Boho Chic Rattan Commodes
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a sleek pair of Bombe style rattan commodes. They are fashioned in the Boho Chic style. They have tooled leather edges and legs.
Rattan
Grand Country French Oak Farmhouse Dining Table Demilune Ends
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Imposing country French farmhouse dining table hand-crafted from massive oak timbers. The grand rustic table features a 3.5" inch thick top with notched round demilune ends and a carved heraldic...
Oak
Vintage Reclaimed Wooden Bench
Located in Jacksonville Beach, FL
Reclaimed Wooden Bench Ancient fallen timbers are forged by hand to create a statement bench. This bench has been mended back to life through diligent craftsmanship and refinement. ...
Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Large Vintage Sea Landscape Original Oil Painting
Located in Sakskøbing, DK
A vintage original oil painting of a seascape, dated 1923. The painting shows a sandy shoreline, scattered rocks, wind-shaped trees, and calm water stretching toward the horizon. Presented in its original gilded frame, it is ready to hang. Painted in muted blue, green, and earthy tones, this is a striking piece that works well in a living room, hallway or study. The painting is signed by the Scandinavian artist Jørg. Groth and dated 1923. Period: 20th century, 1923 Material: Oil on canvas Frame: Original gilded frame Colours: Blue, green, brown, gold Signed: Yes, signed by the artist Jørg. Groth and dated 1923 Country of origin: Denmark Style: Vintage / European rustic Condition: Good vintage condition. Wear is consistent with age and use. The painting is in original condition and is ready to hang. Size with frame in inches: Height: 22 in Width: 29 in Depth: 1 in Size with frame in cm: Height: 57 cm Width: 74 cm Depth: 4 cm Like this piece? See similar paintings in my shop Key details Vintage seascape painting...
Canvas, Paint, Giltwood
Antique Folding Wooden Artist’s Easel, France, Circa 1900
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
A handsome antique folding artist’s easel in solid beech wood, likely dating to the late 19th or early 20th century. The piece has a wonderfully warm, dark patina and an elegant, sle...
Beech
French 19th Century Beech Chopping Block
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This chopping block of solid beech plank features an improvised handle of hand-carved, cylindrical dowel fixed to the top with a metal nail. Clear preference to use one side of the b...
Beech
$1,947 / item
Oak and Mahogany Cricket Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
An English reclaimed oak veneered and mahogany cricket table, the circular planked top with a raised edge, on three splayed tapering legs joined by a triangular undertier. Dimensi...
Wood
19th Century Rustic Country French Coffee Table
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century Rustic Country French Coffee Table is a classic, no-nonsense piece of furniture that your family can use every day for genera...
Elm, Oak
Rustic Country French Solid Stripped Oak Dining Table
Located in Dallas, TX
A substantial rustic French country dining table crafted in solid oak, generous in size and presence. The table has been carefully stripped, allowing the natural character of the woo...
Oak
Ralph Lauren English Provincial Carved Walnut Harvest Farmhouse Dining Table
By Ralph Lauren
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional English Provincial style carved walnut harvest farmhouse dining table By Ralph Lauren USA, Circa Late 20th Century Measures: 90"W x 48.25"D x 30.25"H. Professiona...
Walnut
$795 / item
19th Century French Cast Iron Lamp
Located in High Point, NC
Confounding and timelessly elegant, this solid metal lamp, made from a 19th century French architectural element, impresses at first sight. With age, the surface of the cast iron bas...
Iron
Pine chest of drawers, circa 1920
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
This pine chest of drawers dates from around 1920 and exudes character and authenticity. The chest of drawers has four spacious drawers and stands on elegant turned legs. The white-p...
Pine
Pair of Patinated Iron and Pine Bakers Rack or Bookshelves
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Artisan crafted pair of iron and pine bakers racks or bookshelves for display. Beautifully crafted with an intentionally patinated finish on the ironand an aged bleached finish on th...
Iron
$82Sale Price|30% Off
24"x24" Hand-knotted Wool Rug Cushion Cover. Rustic Throw Pillow. Home Gift
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Add a touch of history and warmth to your space with this vintage handmade Turkish wool rug cushion cover. Crafted from authentic hand-knotted Turkish rugs, each piece is one-of-a-ki...
Wool, Cotton
Provincial Chinese Grain Container, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This hand-crafted wooden bucket was once used by farmers in Shandong, China to transport their harvest of grains and other crops over long distances. Counterbalanced by a second cont...
Wood
$1,450 / set
Vintage Boho Sliced Stone Lamps - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Illuminate your interior with the captivating, earthy charm of this remarkable pair of vintage stone table lamps. Each lamp showcases a stunning dome shade, meticulously handcrafted ...
Stone, Metal
Bar Stools in the Style of Charlotte Perriand, France, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
1970s bar stools with woven rush seats, crafted in the timeless style of Charlotte Perriand. Their minimalist wooden frames and natural materials evoke the rustic elegance of French ...
Wood
Antique French Rustic Carpenter's Workbench Console Table
Located in Round Top, TX
It is the years of constant use revealed in every ding, gouge, stain, and crack that enrich the character of this impressive carpenters' workbench from France. The thick top captures...
Metal
Blended Set of 8 Complimentary Semi Antique Hardwood Windsor Armchairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An exceptional blended set of 8 Hardwood Windsor Armchairs with fine traditional form and particularly well-grained seats. In a Natural tone with classic hoop backs with spindles and...
Hardwood
Rustic Coffee Table Made of 19th Century Indian Bullock Cart with Iron Details
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique rustic Indian handmade coffee table from the 19th century with trapezoidal top, protruding front, straight iron stretchers, diamond shaped studs, turned baluster legs and ...
Iron
Spanish Double Drawer Rustic Table in Off-White Patina
Located in Barcelona, ES
Early 20th century Spanish rustic off-white painted pine farm kitchen table or occasional table. Charming pinewood Spanish farmhouse or kitchen tabl...
Wood, Pine
Antique Wooden Storage Chest, France, Late 18th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
This storage chest originates from France and dates to the late 18th century, reflecting a vernacular furniture tradition shaped by function, durability, and regional practice. Its c...
Wood
$1,650 / set
Set of 19th Century French Pétanque Boules
Located in Chicago, IL
A playful set of 19th century French pétanque boules, comprised of four iron studded balls and one marble cochonnet (jack). The set can be used in pla...
Marble, Iron
French Green Glazed Terracotta Pottery
Located in Winter Park, FL
A French earthenware confit pot with traditional green glaze. These ordinary earthenware vessels were once used daily in the French country home and have beautiful rustic glazes of g...
Terracotta
Antique Rustic Country French Cherrywood Table ~ Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Rustic Country French Cherrywood Table ~ Desk is ideal for the casual decor, or for the executive who prefers a less pretentious ...
Steel
Austrian Alps Rustic Design Green Side Chairs, Austria 1950's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Austrian Alps Rustic Design Green Side Chair set. Made in Austria 1950's / 60's period. Green stained, carved and turned wooden frame with rush w...
Rush, Beech
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: ...
Wood
18th Century Welsh Vernacular Armchair
Located in Chicago, IL
A charismatic 18th century Welsh walnut armchair with a tall paneled back with a wide crestrail, beautifully worn curved arms without-turned ends, a wide s...
Walnut
Large German Majolica Leaf Plate, Circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Large German Majolica Leaf Plate, Circa 1900. 9 inches diameter.
Ceramic
19th Century Swedish Blue Folk Art Work Table
Located in Kramfors, SE
Blue work table in Folk Art from northern Sweden. The table is made circa 1810-1820 in Swedish pine and is painted with the original paint. The blue or...
Pine
Mid-20th Century Handmade Turkish Tribal Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Turkish Anatolian room size rug handmade during the mid-20th century with a geometric tribal design. Measures: 8' 8" x 11' 0"
Wool
$1,568 / item
French Country Round End Table - Walnut Finish
Located in Westwood, NJ
Designed with a timeless aesthetic, this table features a heavily distressed acacia wood construction that brings an air of rustic old-world charm to any room. The round tabletop sit...
Wood