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.
English 19th Century Oak Lowboy with Brass Drop Handles
Located in Atlanta, GA
A charming English oak lowboy dating to the 19th century, featuring three drawers and a warm, timeworn patina that speaks to its history. The rectangular top is flat with a softly ch...
Brass
Tyrolean 19th Century Country Vanity or Serving Table, Lowboys, Painted Larch
Located in Vigonza, Padua
This original type of table was formerly used as a changing table for newborns or for support of the basin with jug (toilet or vanity) Measures cm: H 80, W 97, D 60.
Fir
Lovely Burr Yew Wood Two Drawer Coffee Table with Thomas Chippendale Stretches
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely condition, Burr Yew Wood, twin drawers coffee table with fretwork carved Thomas Chippendale s...
Yew
$800
H 12 in W 26 in D 22.88 in
Ole Gjerlov-Knudsen France & Sons Teak Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee Table
By Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen and Torben Lind, France & Søn
Located in Wayne, NJ
France & Sons teak Danish Scandinavian Modern coffee table. Designed by Ole Gjerlov-Knudsen and Torben Lind. If you are in the New Jersey , New York City Metro Area , please contact...
Teak
19th Century Mahogany Serving Tray
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th century mahogany serving tray Hand made serving tray from solid mahogany with brass hardware. The oval tray has four handles along four drop-down sides. The tray sits a...
Mahogany
$15,400
H 13 in W 24 in D 54 in
Charred Oak Japanese Inspired Coffee Table with hand chiseled solid Oak joinery
By Chris Miano
Located in Edgewater, NJ
Torched coffee table solid oak Designed and constructed from solid Oak this low-boy Japanese inspired coffee table features hand chiseled solid Oak Japanese joinery...
Wood, Oak
Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll Tulip Coffee Table with Walnut Top
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This table as acquired from the original owner who had purchased new in 1971. It features a powder coated aluminum base with a walnut top. Manufacturer label.
Aluminum, Iron
$1,500
H 16 in W 42 in D 28.5 in
Small Scale Hollywood Regency Faux Bamboo Wood Brass Tray Cocktail Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A smaller scale coffee table from the 1970s attributed to Baker Furniture. It features a solid wood bamboo form base, with a brass framed glass top. Very clean and ready for use.
Brass
$4,200
H 15 in W 57.5 in D 24.5 in
Mid Century Italian Modern Kidney Shape Marble Cocktail Table with Brass Legs
By Gio Ponti, Ico Parisi
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A stunning Italian coffee table from Italy circa 1960's. It features an elongated kidney shape top in a beige marble, with sexy brass plated stiletto legs. Nice warm patina to brass ...
Marble, Brass
$18,750
H 16.75 in Dm 39.5 in
Pierre Paulin Élysée Coffee or Cocktail Table 2, Alpha International, Circa 1971
Located in Miami, FL
Rare and Important Iconic 20th century design Élysée low table, coffee or cocktail table. This piece is an edition of the design by Pierre Paulin for the Private Living Room of Presi...
Aluminum
$2,475
H 27 in W 33.75 in D 16.5 in
18th Century Georgian Lowboy, Hand-Crafted Oak, English Antique Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
A beautifully proportioned 18th century English oak lowboy, showcasing the quiet elegance and craftsmanship of Georgian-period furniture. Crafted from richly patinated oak, this piec...
Oak
English Yew Three-Drawer Lowboy
Located in Woodbury, CT
Custom-made for us by a small cabinet shop in England, this little lowboy in distinctive yew wood is proportioned squarely at 27” x 27” yet it reads more rectangular because the curv...
Yew
18th Century Irish Carved Oak Lowboy
Located in High Point, NC
18th century oak lowboy from Ireland. The top has lovely graining and color, and has a hand carved decorated edge, following down to hand carved decorated sides and a single drawer ...
Oak
$13,183 / item
H 11.82 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Three-dimensional Flat Surface White Limestone Coffee Table by Frédéric Saulou
Located in Geneve, CH
Arch buffon marble coffee table by Frédéric Saulou Limited edition : 1 / 12 Designer: Frederic Saulou Materials: Ornemental Limestone Buffon. Dimensions: L...
Other
$2,800
H 16 in W 59.75 in D 26 in
Mid-Century Modern Rectangular Cocktail Table in Walnut with Onyx Marble
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A lovely vintage table circa 1960s Heavy and well made. It features solid construction with inlaid onyx slabs. Clean and ready to use.
Onyx
Georgian Oak Lowboy
Located in Swadlincote, GB
A very good Georgian oak three drawer lowboy, with original brass swan necked handles, and in original overall very good condition. 28" high 32" length 19" depth You are welcome to...
Oak
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H 16.5 in Dm 23.5 in
Primitive Hardwood Round Table From Central Yucatan, Mexico, Late 20th Century
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Primitive hardwood round table from Central Yucatan, Mexico, late 20th century. The table top is 4" thick. These tables are all hand-carved and one-of-a-kind. Each piece bears its ow...
Hardwood
Primitive Hardwood Round Table From Central Yucatan, Mexico, Mid 20th Century
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Primitive hardwood round table from the Central Yucatan area, Mexico, mid-to-late 1900´s. Excellent wear and color on the table top surface. These tables were hand-carved in the trop...
Hardwood
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H 19.1 in W 40.16 in D 28.35 in
Lovely Large Faux Book Scholars Library Coffee Table with Large Internal Storage
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are is delighted to offer for sale this very decorative, faux book fronted, Scholars library coffee table A very good looking and expertly ...
Wood
Hardwood Roundtable from Yucatan, Circa 1970's
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Hardwood round table from Central Yucatan, Mexico, Circa 1970's. All original pieces. Primitive in style, these tables were used for making tortillas.
Hardwood