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Rustic Wall Decorations

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
19th Century Large English Majolica Leaves & Blue Flowers Plate
19th Century Large English Majolica Leaves & Blue Flowers Plate

19th Century Large English Majolica Leaves & Blue Flowers Plate

Located in Austin, TX

19th Century Large English Majolica Leaves & Blue Flowers Plate. 8.7 inches diameter.

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1890s English Antique Rustic Wall Decorations

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Ceramic

Antique French Country Large Hand-Carved Wooden Spoon, 19th Century
Antique French Country Large Hand-Carved Wooden Spoon, 19th Century

Antique French Country Large Hand-Carved Wooden Spoon, 19th Century

Located in Elkhart, IN

A beautiful antique French country wooden spoon hand-carved from one piece of wood that would add character and charm to any space. This piece could be used as wall decor or is ready to use in the kitchen...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Wood

Large German Majolica Cherries Platter Circa 1920
Large German Majolica Cherries Platter Circa 1920

Large German Majolica Cherries Platter Circa 1920

Located in Austin, TX

Large German Majolica Cherries Platter Circa 1920. 11.3 inches diameter.

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1920s German Vintage Rustic Wall Decorations

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Ceramic

A Pair Great Black Forest Wall Sconces with Deer Horns, Germany ca. 1900
A Pair Great Black Forest Wall Sconces with Deer Horns, Germany ca. 1900

A Pair Great Black Forest Wall Sconces with Deer Horns, Germany ca. 1900

Located in Berghuelen, DE

A Pair Great Black Forest Wall Sconces with Deer Horns, Germany ca. 1900 An antique pair of Black Forest sconces for candles. Each made of original deer horns which are mounted on a...

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Early 20th Century German Rustic Wall Decorations

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Antler, Wood

Signed Botanical Lithographs, a Pair
Signed Botanical Lithographs, a Pair

Signed Botanical Lithographs, a Pair

Located in Bradenton, FL

A pair of botanical lithographs signed Helene Thompson. One is of a bouquet of hydrangeas blooming white, blue and pink, and the other shows a magnolia branch with two flowers, one i...

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Mid-20th Century Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Plastic, Wood, Paper

Antique 19th Century Hand Made Wooden Grain Shovel
Antique 19th Century Hand Made Wooden Grain Shovel

Antique 19th Century Hand Made Wooden Grain Shovel

Located in Elkhart, IN

A beautiful antique rustic, farmhouse, or country wooden hand made grain shovel. This would be ideal for an installation on a large wall on a custom wall mount. USA, Circa late 19th...

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Late 19th Century American Antique Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Wood

17th Century French Rustic Hunting Tapestry
17th Century French Rustic Hunting Tapestry

17th Century French Rustic Hunting Tapestry

Located in New York, NY

A French rustic hunting tapestry from the 17th century, with a couple catching an elusive boar in the foreground, a cottage in the middle distance at ...

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17th Century French Antique Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Wool

Large French Majolica Platter Swan Orchies, Circa 1900
Large French Majolica Platter Swan Orchies, Circa 1900

Large French Majolica Platter Swan Orchies, Circa 1900

By Orchies

Located in Austin, TX

Large French Majolica platter swan in a pond with water lily Orchies Circa 1900. 10.5 inches diameter.

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Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic

French Majolica Plate with Flowers & Butterfly, Circa 1900
French Majolica Plate with Flowers & Butterfly, Circa 1900

French Majolica Plate with Flowers & Butterfly, Circa 1900

Located in Austin, TX

French majolica plate with flowers & butterfly, Circa 1900.

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Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 18 Antique Prints of English Country Cottages, circa 1840
Set of 18 Antique Prints of English Country Cottages, circa 1840

Set of 18 Antique Prints of English Country Cottages, circa 1840

Located in St Annes, Lancashire

Glorious set of 18 prints of English country cottages. Steel engravings. Published by Tallis, circa 1840 Unframed.  

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1840s English Antique Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Paper

Antique 19th C. French Provincial Louis X11 Crowned Porcupine Pewter Wall Plate
Antique 19th C. French Provincial Louis X11 Crowned Porcupine Pewter Wall Plate

Antique 19th C. French Provincial Louis X11 Crowned Porcupine Pewter Wall Plate

Located in Elkhart, IN

A beautiful antique French Provincial Louis X11 crowned porcupine with acorn and oak leaf border pewter wall plate. Louis XII adopted the porcupine as his emblem, with the motto: "Co...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Pewter

20th Century Impasto Forest Painting
20th Century Impasto Forest Painting

20th Century Impasto Forest Painting

Located in Bradenton, FL

A 20th century impasto oil on artist board. The scene depicts a forest edge, with a colorful forest floor and light along the horizon. Unsigned. Set in a beveled gold wooden frame wi...

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Late 20th Century Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Canvas, Linen, Wood, Paint

French Majolica Plate with Pumpkin & Snail Onnaing, circa 1890
French Majolica Plate with Pumpkin & Snail Onnaing, circa 1890

French Majolica Plate with Pumpkin & Snail Onnaing, circa 1890

By Onnaing

Located in Austin, TX

French Majolica plate with pumpkin & snail Onnaing, circa 1890. Rare gray background.

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1890s French Antique Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica, Pottery

Chromo Lithograph of Boats at Sea
Chromo Lithograph of Boats at Sea

Chromo Lithograph of Boats at Sea

Located in Queens, NY

American Victorian chromo lithograph of boats on the sea titled \"The Crib\" published by Jevne & Almini in a gilt trim wooden rectangular frame (\"Old Print Shop\")

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Late 19th Century American Antique Rustic Wall Decorations

Vintage German Coat of Arms Heraldry Pewter Wall Plate
Vintage German Coat of Arms Heraldry Pewter Wall Plate

Vintage German Coat of Arms Heraldry Pewter Wall Plate

Located in Elkhart, IN

A beautiful pewter wall plate featuring a heraldic coat of arms with a castle and a knight By J. Metten Germany, Mid-20th Century Measures: 5"W x 0.5"D x 5"H. Good original vinta...

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Mid-20th Century German Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Pewter

19th Century Majolica Strawberries Platter with Dog Holding a Basket
19th Century Majolica Strawberries Platter with Dog Holding a Basket

19th Century Majolica Strawberries Platter with Dog Holding a Basket

By Onnaing

Located in Austin, TX

Unusual French Majolica strawberry server with cream and sugar spaces, circa 1890, attributed to Onnaing. Sophistiqued leaves border, the center is decorated with strawberries and a...

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1890s French Antique Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Original Flower Still Life Oil Painting: Framed Floral Art
Vintage Original Flower Still Life Oil Painting: Framed Floral Art

Vintage Original Flower Still Life Oil Painting: Framed Floral Art

Located in Sakskøbing, DK

A vintage original oil painting of a floral still life, dating from around 1960. The painting shows a richly colored flower still life arranged in a sculptural transparent white vase. The vibrant colours stand against a neutral background, giving the painting depth and a decorative feel. The vintage floral painting is hand-painted in oil on canvas and shows fine brushwork. It is signed by the artist in the lower left corner and is housed in its original wooden frame with gilt finish and decorative border motifs. Period: mid-20th century, circa 1960 Material: oil on canvas Frame: original wooden frame with gilt finish and decorative border motifs. Colours: light pink, white, red, lilac, blue, gilded Country of Origin: Denmark Signed: Yes, signed by the artist on lower left corner Style: classic, vintage Condition: good, in original condition. Wear is consistent with age and use. The painting is ready to hang. Size with frame in inches: Height: 15.5 in Width: 20 in Depth: 1 in Size with frame in cm: Height: 39.5 cm Width: 50 cm Depth: 2.5 cm Like this piece? See similar paintings in my shop Key details: Vintage flower still life Flower vase painting Floral still life art...

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20th Century Danish Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Paint

19th Century French Rustic Landscape Tapestry
19th Century French Rustic Landscape Tapestry

19th Century French Rustic Landscape Tapestry

Located in New York, NY

A French rustic landscape tapestry from the 19th century, portraying a young gentleman and his fair dame seated beside an acanthus plant under the shade...

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19th Century French Antique Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Wool

Collection of 13 Early 20th C. Juggling Pins in Wall-Mounted Display Box
Collection of 13 Early 20th C. Juggling Pins in Wall-Mounted Display Box

Collection of 13 Early 20th C. Juggling Pins in Wall-Mounted Display Box

Located in North Miami, FL

These well-worn and used juggling pins are beautifully displayed in a wall-mounted wood box. Makes a great decorative and curious wall sculpture. Thirteen (13) pins.

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Early 20th Century French Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Wood

Vee J. Hill Signed Oil on Board ‘Big Tree’
Vee J. Hill Signed Oil on Board ‘Big Tree’

Vee J. Hill Signed Oil on Board ‘Big Tree’

Located in Bradenton, FL

An original oil on board by midcentury artist Vee J. Hill, signed lower right. Depicts a big tree in the countryside of Sarasota, Florida. Set in the original...

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Mid-20th Century American Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Wood, Paint

Large Baroque Carved Roe Deer Head, 19th Century
Large Baroque Carved Roe Deer Head, 19th Century

Large Baroque Carved Roe Deer Head, 19th Century

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Large Baoque Carved Roe Deer Head, 19th Century A large antique wooden carved Black Forest roe deer head handcarved in Baroque style and fitted with a real 6 pointer antler trophy. ...

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Late 19th Century German Antique Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Antler, Wood

19th Century American Red Painted Gathering Basket
19th Century American Red Painted Gathering Basket

19th Century American Red Painted Gathering Basket

Located in Chicago, IL

A fantastic 19th century American red painted oak splint round gathering basket with a tapered asymmetrical form making it perfect for hanging on a wall. Found in Western Massachusetts.

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19th Century American Antique Rustic Wall Decorations

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Oak

Turn of the Century Oil Painting of Mother and Daughter
Turn of the Century Oil Painting of Mother and Daughter

Turn of the Century Oil Painting of Mother and Daughter

Located in Cirencester, GB

Going on the signature this antique oil on canvas painting was possibly painted by Dutch painter Adriaan Geerling 1878 -1950. He was known for his impressionistic interior and genre...

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Early 20th Century Dutch Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Canvas

Antique 19th Century Hand Made Wooden Grain Shovel
Antique 19th Century Hand Made Wooden Grain Shovel

Antique 19th Century Hand Made Wooden Grain Shovel

Located in Elkhart, IN

A beautiful antique rustic, farmhouse, or country wooden hand made grain shovel. This would be ideal for an installation on a large wall on a custom wall mount. USA, Circa late 19th...

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Late 19th Century American Antique Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Wood

Decorative French Painted Tole and Iron Clock Face
Decorative French Painted Tole and Iron Clock Face

Decorative French Painted Tole and Iron Clock Face

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Large rustic French decorative clock face featuring a painted tole face with Roman numerals. This is a decorative non-working clock face only and does n...

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20th Century French Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Metal, Iron

Very Large Gobelin with Dancing Turkish Dervishes, circa 1900
Very Large Gobelin with Dancing Turkish Dervishes, circa 1900

Very Large Gobelin with Dancing Turkish Dervishes, circa 1900

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Very Large Gobelin with Dancing Turkish Dervishes, circa 1900 A large Gobelin with Turkish dervishes dancing the sabre danc. It is framed in oakwood, Germany circa 1900. Please con...

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Early 20th Century German Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Tapestry, Wood

Early 20th Century Wooden Rake on Custom Wall Mount
Early 20th Century Wooden Rake on Custom Wall Mount

Early 20th Century Wooden Rake on Custom Wall Mount

Located in Elkhart, IN

A beautiful antique wooden hand made rake with custom steel wall mount USA, Circa early 20th century Measures: 8" W x 5.75" D x 52.75 Very...

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Early 20th Century American Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Wood

Vintage Original Cottage Oil Painting: Large Countryside Art
Vintage Original Cottage Oil Painting: Large Countryside Art

Vintage Original Cottage Oil Painting: Large Countryside Art

Located in Sakskøbing, DK

A vintage original oil painting of a Scandinavian countryside cottage, dated 1923. The scene shows traditional cottages in a quiet countryside setting. Presented in its original gilded frame, it is ready to hang. The cottage scene and soft colours make it a lovely piece for above a console, in a dining area, or on a smaller wall that needs a classic touch. The painting is signed by the artist and dated 1923 in the lower corner. Period: 20th century, 1923 Material: Oil on canvas Frame: Original gilded frame Colours: Red, brown, green, blue, gold Signed: Yes, signed and dated 1923 by the artist in the lower corner Country of origin: Denmark Style: Vintage / European rustic Condition: Good vintage condition. Wear is consistent with age and use. The frame has some age-related patina and a small hairline fracture. The painting remains in original condition and is ready to hang. Size with frame in inches: Height: 17 in Width: 20 in Depth: 2 in Size with frame in cm: Height: 42.5 cm Width: 52 cm Depth: 5 cm Like this piece? See similar paintings in my shop Key details: vintage cottage painting vintage farmhouse art...

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20th Century Danish Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Canvas, Giltwood, Paint

French Miniature Quimper Plate, Circa 1950
French Miniature Quimper Plate, Circa 1950

French Miniature Quimper Plate, Circa 1950

By Henriot Quimper

Located in Austin, TX

French Miniature Henriot Quimper Plate signed circa 1950. A breton man is represented on the center with a yellow border.

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1950s French Vintage Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Vintage Original Flower Oil Painting, Framed Floral Still Life Art
Vintage Original Flower Oil Painting, Framed Floral Still Life Art

Vintage Original Flower Oil Painting, Framed Floral Still Life Art

Located in Sakskøbing, DK

Vintage original oil painting from the 1960s showing a colorful still life of flowers in a woven basket, set against a dark background. The bright yellow, purple, pink, and orange fl...

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20th Century Danish Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Paint

Vintage Original Flower Oil Painting, Floral Still Life Art
Vintage Original Flower Oil Painting, Floral Still Life Art

Vintage Original Flower Oil Painting, Floral Still Life Art

Located in Sakskøbing, DK

Vintage original oil painting from the 1960s showing pink flowers arranged in a woven basket. The contrast between the light flowers and the deeper tones gives the painting an elegan...

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20th Century Danish Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Paint

French Majolica Bird & Flower Plate, Circa 1890
French Majolica Bird & Flower Plate, Circa 1890

French Majolica Bird & Flower Plate, Circa 1890

Located in Austin, TX

French Majolica bird & flower plate, Circa 1890.

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1890s French Antique Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

French Majolica Bird & Flower Plate, Circa 1890
French Majolica Bird & Flower Plate, Circa 1890

French Majolica Bird & Flower Plate, Circa 1890

Located in Austin, TX

French Majolica bird & flower plate, Circa 1890.

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1890s French Antique Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Very Oversized Vintage Display Scissors in Wood
Very Oversized Vintage Display Scissors in Wood

Very Oversized Vintage Display Scissors in Wood

Located in North Miami, FL

Whimsical scissors open and close as real scissors do, excellent rustic piece for the light at heart design. Can be mounted on a wall or just standing against a wall (as shown here).

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1940s American Vintage Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Wood

French Majolica Bird & Flower Plate, Circa 1890
French Majolica Bird & Flower Plate, Circa 1890

French Majolica Bird & Flower Plate, Circa 1890

Located in Austin, TX

French Majolica bird & flower plate, Circa 1890.

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1890s French Antique Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

19th Century Flemish Tapestry
19th Century Flemish Tapestry

19th Century Flemish Tapestry

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19th Century Flemish Tapestry

Located in New York, NY

A Flemish pictorial tapestry panel from the 19th century, featuring a leisurely domestic scene in a tavern with three men sitting at a table carousing and playing backgammon, while a...

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19th Century European Antique Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Wool

20th Century American Chip Carved Hunt Plaque with Three Mallards
20th Century American Chip Carved Hunt Plaque with Three Mallards

20th Century American Chip Carved Hunt Plaque with Three Mallards

Located in Chicago, IL

Three mallards—one proud drake and two hens—hang in quiet procession, suspended before a powder horn and canteen, the classic language of the hunt rendered in painted relief. But ste...

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20th Century American Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Wood, Paint

19th Century English Majolica Leaves Plate
19th Century English Majolica Leaves Plate

19th Century English Majolica Leaves Plate

Located in Austin, TX

19th Century English Majolica leaves plate. 7 inches diameter.

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1880s English Antique Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic

Small 19th Century English Majolica Grapes & Strawberries Plate
Small 19th Century English Majolica Grapes & Strawberries Plate

Small 19th Century English Majolica Grapes & Strawberries Plate

Located in Austin, TX

Small 19th Century English Majolica Grapes & Strawberries Plate. 6.8 inches diameter.

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1880s English Antique Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of French Faience Wall Pocket Henriot Quimper
Pair of French Faience Wall Pocket Henriot Quimper

Pair of French Faience Wall Pocket Henriot Quimper

By Henriot Quimper

Located in Austin, TX

Pair of French Faience wall pocket signed Henriot Quimper HR , circa 1900. Hand painted with a couple of bretons and flowers.

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Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Set of 3 - 1940's Mounted Wild Boar Tusk Trophies, Spain
Set of 3 - 1940's Mounted Wild Boar Tusk Trophies, Spain

Set of 3 - 1940's Mounted Wild Boar Tusk Trophies, Spain

Located in North Miami, FL

Vintage Wild Boar Tusk Trophies with Sterling Silver Mounting plaques - Set of 3, Spain 1942, 1945, 1946. A vintage trio set of wild boar (Sus scrofa) t...

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1940s Spanish Vintage Rustic Wall Decorations

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rustic wall decorations for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Rustic wall decorations 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 wall decorations created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include wall decorations, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rustic wall decorations 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 wall decorations, popular names associated with this style include Henriot Quimper, Sarreguemines, Wasmuel Majolica, and Onnaing. 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 wall decorations differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $25 and tops out at $97,495 while the average work can sell for $390.