French Faience Quimper Candelstick Circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
French Faience Quimper Candelstick Circa 1950.
1950s French Vintage Rustic Furniture
Ceramic, Faience
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.
French Faience Quimper Candelstick Circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
French Faience Quimper Candelstick Circa 1950.
Ceramic, Faience
19th century swedish handmade woven basket
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century Scandinavian handmade woven basket circa 1890. Here we have a fine example of rural Swedish craft work. Pine frame with hand woven base and sides. Many uses for today ...
Pine
Rustic Old Hickory Child Salon Set, Late 19th Century, USA, 3-Piece
Located in Queens, NY
Rustic Old Hickory 3 piece miniature salesman\'s sample salon set comprising a hoop back rocking arm chair, settee & arm chair with rattan seats & backs.
Hickory
Large Rustic Wicker Basket
Located in Stockton, NJ
A large vintage rustic wicker basket with lid. Original white painted finish with excellent patina.
Wicker
Rustic 19th Century Blue Painted Pine Bench, Denmark
Located in Round Top, TX
Fun and festive original blue painted bench that has been naturally worn and distressed over time revealing the natural pine below, all adding to the character and charm of this deli...
Pine, Paint
Mid-century magazine rack in hammered copper, France ca. 1900
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1900 / magazine rack / copper / Rustic / Mid-century French rustic magazine holder in hammered copper with a relief of a knight's shield and beautifully decorated handle. T...
Copper
$3,920Sale Price / set|20% Off
Vintage Salterini Rustic 5 Piece Patio Set
By Salterini
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage Salterini Rustic 5 Piece Patio Set Vintage wrought iron patio set circa 1950s Very good structural condition with minor signs ...
Wrought Iron
$6,900 / set
Pair of 19th Century Steer Horn Side Chairs
Located in North Miami, FL
These are a beautiful matching pair of steer horn side chairs from the late 19th C., recently reupholstered with deep black cowhide leather. They are in the smaller scale for sitting...
Horn, Cowhide
Oversize French Majolica Palissy Fishs Jardiniere, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
Oversize French Majolica Palissy fishes jardiniere Circa 1880. Attributed to Thomas Sergent. Very rare model, trompe l'oeil wood crate with f...
Ceramic
Artisan Woven Chestnut Chair by Longinos, National Craft Award, Spain 1980s
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Exceptional handcrafted lounge chair designed and created in Hervás, Spain by the renowned artisan Longinos Hernández Prol during the 1980s, recipient of Spain's prestigious National...
Wrought Iron
19th Century German Majolica Begonia Plate
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century German Majolica Begonia Plate
Ceramic, Faience
French 19th Century Massive Walnut Mantel Mirror
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Massive in size, this French 19th century mantel mirror creates an impact with rich tones and grain patterns of the walnut frame. Traditional style carved molding and trimmed edges a...
Glass, Mercury Glass, Mirror, Walnut
$1,000 / set
Zabihi Collection Pair of Turkish Anatolian Rugs
Located in New York, NY
Matching Pair of mid 20th century Turkish rugs attributed from caucasian kazak patterns from the late 19th century measuring 2'4'' x 3'3'' and 2'5'' x 3'3'' respectively
Wool
$2,896 / item
Modern Farmhouse Console Table - Walnut Finish
Located in Westwood, NJ
Made from pine with a medium brown walnut finish, its lightly distressed texture enhances its organic appeal. Featuring a clean silhouette, two discreet drawers, and a spacious lower...
Wood
Petite Chinese Tea Tray, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Simple lines, a modest form and a layer of hand-brushed lacquer give this petite Qing-dynasty tray a provincial charm that recalls the warmth of home. The original black lacquer fini...
Wood, Lacquer
Set of 18th Century Sawankhalok ceramic Shipwreck Jar, Thailand
By Asian Modern
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A wonderful example of a pair of Sawankhalok ceramic jars, sourced from a Shipwreck off the Coast of the Indonesian Island of Batam. Batam was one of the most substantial and influen...
Ceramic
19th Century Majolica Grapes Plate Choisy Le Roi
Located in Austin, TX
19th century Majolica Grapes plate signed Choisy Le Roi. Made for Higgins & Setter New York. The Higgins & Seiter Company of New York City began selling decorations for the table, in...
Ceramic
$3,391 / item
Modern Western Leather & Hide Accent Armchair
Located in Westwood, NJ
The armchair combines modern design with classic ranch-inspired materials. Its solid wood frame, finished in warm Tully Light Acacia, features an angular shape with gently curved arm...
Hide, Leather, Wood
Barrel Ice Bucket Champagne Wine Cooler in Copper and Iron
Located in Barcelona, ES
Hand forged copper and iron barrel shaped wine cooler, Spain, 1940s Eyecatching barrel copper ice bucket with iron braces and ring handles at both sides. The copper ice container is...
Wrought Iron, Copper, Iron
Rustic Campaign Style Reclaimed Wood Sideboard Cabinet
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Great looking functional large reclaimed wood sideboard cabinet having 5 drawers and two doors that open to reveal storage inside. Handles are recessed in campaign fashion. An attr...
Reclaimed Wood
Painting of a farm with gilded wooden frame, France ca. 1920
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1920 / painting / wood, canvas / Rustic / Mid-century Painting of a farm scene, elegantly encased in a stunning gilded wooden frame that enhances its charm. Signed in the ...
Canvas, Wood
Vintage Hand-Carved African Dogan Ladder, Rustic Wood Sculpture, 1950s
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Impressive vintage carved wood architectural ladder carved by Dogan people to access their dwellings. Mounted on a 12 x 15 base, the ladder is now a sculptural piece of African art.
Wood
Galerie Shabab Collection Early 20th Century Persian Sarouk Rug
Located in New York, NY
This Early 20th century Persian Sarouk rug, measuring 2' 0" x 2' 10", is a fine example of the intricate artistry associated with the weaving traditions of central Persia. Sarouk rug...
Wool
Antique Dutch Triangular Turned Bobbin Corner Chair Rush Seat Knitting Armchair
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Late 19th century bobbin turned wood armchair with rush seat, ca 1900 Manufactured in The Netherlands. Beautiful antique bobbin/ knitting chair with t...
Wicker, Wood
$972Sale Price|57% Off
Large Late 20th Century Maitland-Smith Framed Wall Painting
Located in Miami, FL
Large late 20th century Maitland-Smith framed wall painting. circa 1990s Features a Primitive art style hand painted image of a Tigre with a tro...
Wood, Paint
Extraordinary And Massive Oak Plank Harvest Table
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Outstanding and large Harvest table in solid Oak with handsome grain and a fine polish. The Bread Board top is peg constructed and the top is mad...
Oak
Deer Antler Hat and Coat Rack
Located in Chicago, IL
This extraordinary American hat and coat rack blends rugged charm with refined craftsmanship. Fashioned from six whitetail deer antlers arranged in a circle around a suede-covered do...
Oak
Wooden Glass Display Cabinet with Carved Crest and Original Hardware
Located in High Point, NC
This tall wooden glass display cabinet features a classic, understated silhouette accented by a carved crest rail and turned finials at the top, giving it a timeless architectural pr...
Brass
$72Sale Price|30% Off
16"x16" Vintage Handmade Rug Cushion Cover. Wool Pillowcase. Throw Pillow Cover
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
$72Sale Price|30% Off
17"x17" Vintage Turkish Rug Pillow Cover. Farmhouse Decor Handmade Cushion Cover
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
Rustic Solid Design XL Oak & Rush Arm Lounge Chair, France 1930's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Rustic Solid Design XL Oak & Rush Arm Lounge Chair. Made in France, 1930's period. Solid oak constructed and carved frame with rush woven seat. XL model with beautiful propor...
Rush, Oak
$4,480Sale Price|20% Off
Black Walnut Wood Slab Waterfall Coffee Table by Creation Therrien
Located in Stratford, CT
This beautiful coffee table is made from black walnut wood which is dark, hard, dense, and close-grained. It is known for its strength, texture, and color. It polishes to an extremel...
Steel
Antique Rustic Farmhouse Distressed Painted Pine Hall Tree
Located in Forney, TX
A rustic, antique farmhouse distressed painted hall tree. American primitive, medium pine wood slatted planks, with six pegs for hanging jackets and hats, having a distressed green b...
Pine, Paint
Antique Pine Wood Primitive Corner China Cabinet Cupboard Blue Painted Interior
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique pine wood Primitive Rustic corner China cabinet cupboard blue painted interior. Item includes a blue painted interior, upper glass doors, ...
Glass, Pine, Wood
$82Sale Price|30% Off
13"x20" Traditional Cushion Cover. Handmade Rug Pillow. Vintage Throw Pillow
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
19th Century Majolica Apples Plate Choisy Le Roi
Located in Austin, TX
19th century Majolica Apples plate signed Choisy Le Roi. Made for Higgins & Setter New York. The Higgins & Seiter Company of New York City began selling decorations for the table, in...
Ceramic
French 19th Century Oak Chopping Block
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Exceptional oak chopping block from France, 19th century. The solid wood plank is expertly carved with good symmetry. A comfortable bevel on the handle is a sophisticated touch, givi...
Oak
Pair of Fine Antique Walnut and Leather Fireside Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Early and rare fireside chair pair, possibly Dutch. Tall backed chairs with short wings upholstered overall in brown leather, now time worn to a fi...
Leather, Walnut
Celia Handmade Whimsical Ceramic Sugar Pot with Spoon from Portugal
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A handmade sugar pot to store your sweetener This sweet sugarpot will add a whimsical splash of rustic charm to your home decor! Lovingly handmade in ceramic and adorned with beaded ...
Ceramic
19th C. English Sycamore And Pine Refectory Banquet Dining Table Ca. 1840
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Sycamore and Pine Refectory Dining Table, English 1840. A extraordinary Antique Banquet Dining table featuring a long 11'6" planked rectangular top raised on six feet with three supp...
Iron
Vintage Spanish Patinated Brown Leather Elephant-Shape Footstool
Located in Dallas, TX
Rest your feet on this charming vintage elephant stool. Crafted in Spain circa 1970, the freestanding sculptural stool is formed in the shape of a stylized elephant and upholstered i...
Leather
Rare French Majolica Blackberries Basket signed Sarreguemines circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
Rare French Majolica Blackberries Basket signed Sarreguemines circa 1920.
Ceramic
Brutalist Round Dining Table in Reclaimed Wood, France, 20th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
This brutalist round dining table, produced in France during the 20th century, embodies a refined balance between structural rigor and the quiet poetics of Wabi-Sabi. The top, compos...
Wood
Early 20th Century Belgian Kitchen Shelf
Located in Chicago, IL
This early 20th-century oak shelf is all about honest, hardworking design with a rustic edge. The thick, unfinished wood shelf has a gorgeous, lived-in patina that only comes from de...
Iron
French Turned Floor Lamp, 1950s, France
Located in Aartselaar, BE
This is a beautiful French antique floor lamp from the 50s. To modernize the lamp while preserving its vintage charm, we have chosen a new rope lampshade that enhances the warm tones...
Jute, Wood, Oak
Pair of French Majolica Flowers Wall Pockets Choisy Le Roi, Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of French Majolica Flowers Wall Pockets Choisy Le Roi, Circa 1890. Lilac and roses.
Ceramic
$120Sale Price|20% Off
Late 19th Century Woven American Basket
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Late 19th century woven double shape basket, American. Superbly made. Note the exceptional woven design around the handle drops. 3.25" h. to basket top rim. 5.5" dia., 5" h. over han...
Reed
$4,167 / item
Antiqued 17th Century Style Writing Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
An antiqued wood writing desk, with two frieze drawers, on barley twist turned legs joined by stretchers. This is an antique reproduction of ...
Wood
Rustic Design X Frame Lounge Chairs, Belgium 1950's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Rustic Design X Frame Lounge Chair / Fauteuil set of 2. Made in Belgium, 1950's period. Dark stained oak constructed arm chairs with all new reupholstered cushions. The armch...
Fabric, Oak
$4,683 / item
Modern Rustic Oak and Marble Cocktail Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
The cocktail table adds a bold, architectural touch to your living room. Its pedestal-style base is made from oak veneer with a faded finish that shows off the wood’s natural grain a...
Marble
$629Sale Price|30% Off
4x5.8 Ft Contemporary Handmade Turkish Accent Rug with Two Geometric Medallions
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A hand-knotted contemporary Turkish rug. This modern rug has even medium wool pile on wool foundation. It is made of premium hand-spun sheep and natural dyes, ie. plant based non c...
Wool
French Faience Oyster Plate Moustiers Style, circa 1940
Located in Austin, TX
French Faience Oyster Plate Moustiers Style, circa 1940.
Faience
$948Sale Price|20% Off
20th Century Pair of Original Italian Night Stands with Green Glass Tops
Located in Buggiano, IT
Pair of original Italian night stands with green glass tops, one right and one left. The backsplash can be easily removed. They are in solid walnut and fir The height without back...
Walnut, Fir
French Geometrical Majolica Plate Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
French Geometrical Majolica Plate Circa 1890.
Ceramic
Rustic Primitive Cabinet, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
This 19th-century Pyrenean cabinet is a fine example of regional folk furniture, crafted in solid wood for everyday use. Its simple, architectural structure combines open shelving wi...
Wood
French Majolica Wheat & Cornflower Pitcher Digoin
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica wheat & cornflower pitcher signed Digoin circa 1900.
Ceramic
19th Century Majolica Strawberries Plate Choisy Le Roi
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century Majolica Strawberries Plate signed Choisy Le Roi. Made for Higgins & Setter New York. The Higgins & Seiter Company of New York City began selling decorations for the tab...
Ceramic
Majolica Pheasant Tureen, circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica pheasant tureen, circa 1950.
Ceramic
Angora/ Mohair Siirt Blanket Pillow Covers, 1960s/70s
Located in Istanbul, TR
These pillows are made from vintage Angora Siirt (a city in the South East of Turkey) . Siirt is famous for these blankets made from the hair of angora goat. Angora is believed to n...
Angora
Majolica Fish Jardiniere George Dreyfus Fontainebleau, Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica fish jardiniere signed George Dreyfus Fontainebleau circa 1890.
Ceramic