Rustic Building and Garden Elements
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
Vintage Metal Clawfoot Planter
Located in High Point, NC
These rustic planters are a playful interpretation on typical zinc garden-ware. Inspired by traditional outdoor pitchers, wash-bins and basins, this metal planter is weather resistan...
Category
1940s European Vintage Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal, Zinc
Chinese Cast Iron Vessel, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This cast-iron vessel has an elegant form reminiscent of the beautiful ironwork, bronzes, and ceramics perfected by Chinese artisans thousands of years ago...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
1930s Antique Garden Planter Carved Wood Relief
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Rustic carved round wood planter legs in intricate relief.
distressed decorative catch it all antique rice washer.
30 in diameter x 12 height
Unmarked.
Original unrestored antique vi...
Category
1930s Unknown Vintage Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Monumental Provincial Chinese Bathtub, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
With its grand scale and perfect proportions, this rustic wooden bathtub is true showstopper. The tub has an elongated, oval shape is comprised of thick cypress wood staves held together by three iron bands. Two iron handles on either side of the basin allow it to be easily moved about a space. Dated to the early 19th century, the wood exhibits beautifully irregular grain patterns and a warm, richly aged patina that only time can achieve. An incredible way to add rustic texture to the home, we love this gorgeous bathtub as a garden planter, a firewood bin...
Category
Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Rustic Pine Beam Bench Pine and Corten Steel Base by Alabama Sawyer 6'
Located in Birmingham, AL
Our beam bench utilizes salvaged local pine logs for a rustic bench for indoors or outdoors. Narrow and backless, the simple lines express the natural textu...
Category
2010s American Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Japanese Stone Garden Water Basin Chōzubachi
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A Chōzubachi is an ornamental water basin found in the traditional Japanese garden. It is used for the ritual washing of the hands and rinsing of the mouth...
Category
20th Century Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Granite
American Vintage Cabin or Mountain Rustic Furniture All Original and Comfortable
Located in Chicago, IL
Not only is this Rustic American furniture great looking, but it also happens to be very comfortable without seat cushions. Typically, when we find old rustic mountain cabin furniture, it has been well used and is in need of immediate surgery, and we're usually too late. Most often this style of rustic furniture was used outdoors or in a screened-in porch, but there are no telltale signs of water damage. All we can say is that whoever had this cabin style table and chairs must have really loved them, for the condition is unbelievable for something at least 70 years old and never restored. The quality level in which this rustic mountain style...
Category
1950s North American Vintage Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Vintage Round Grandon Fres Planter Pot
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Elevate your space with our Rustic French Style Vintage Round Grandon Fres Planter Pot. Its calming null grey hue and minimalist feeling are complemented by a natural patina, highlig...
Category
Mid-20th Century Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Small D Shape Carved Stone Weathered Sandstone Planter Bonsai Pot
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
Discover the timeless beauty of this antique carved stone planter. An early piece, circa 1900, the piece showcases the rich, natural patina that develops over a lifetime.
The gentle...
Category
Early 20th Century British Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone, Sandstone
19th C. Hand Chiseled French Stone Sink
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand chiseled stone basic with a rustic appearance. The basin is carved from a single piece of marble. The basin has a triangular shape so it fits into a corner of a bathroom. The...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Vintage Boho Carved Pine Fireplace Mantle
Located in west palm beach, FL
Elevate your living space with the Vintage Boho Carved Pine Fireplace Mantle. Crafted with American-style charm, this masterpiece features intricate pine carvings, adding a touch of ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Pine
French 1890s Château Villaret Grape Picking Hod with Fleur de Lys Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French grape picking hod from circa 1890 with Château Villaret Vins & Spiritueux label, accented with a fleur-de-lys and the date 1854. Embrace the rustic charm and rich history of...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Large pair of early 20th Century Mediterranean Olive Jars, ca 1930s
Located in Uppsala, SE
Large pair of Greek or Turkish painted terracotta olive jars / urns on metal stands from the first half of the 20th century. Perfect to use in the garden as a planter or just as deco...
Category
Early 20th Century Greek Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Antique Copper Planter
Located in Bradenton, FL
An antique copper planter. Made of two pieces soldered and secured with copper rivets. At each side is an oval drop handle pressed to give the ...
Category
Early 20th Century Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Copper
19th Century Antique Mexican Hand Hammered & Riveted Copper Tub
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A 19th Century Mexican Hammered and Riveted Copper Tub.
An extraordinary and unique late 19th century hand-hammered, hand- crafted, and hand-riveted heavy gauge copper tub acquired ...
Category
Late 19th Century Mexican Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Copper
Italian 19th Century Terracotta Planter with Crosshatched Motifs and Patina
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian terracotta planter from the 19th century with crosshatched friezes, lateral handles and nicely aged patina. This charming 19th-century Italian terracotta planter is a capt...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
Large Mid Century Swedish Birch and Pine Root Bowl Tazza on Base
Located in Wichita, KS
A large mid 20th century birch and pine root bowl on a base from northern Sweden, c. 1950. A highly decorative and sculptural piece.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Birch, Pine
Antique European Zinc Planter with Metal Flowers bouquets
Located in Malibu, CA
Charming rustic. Decorate an atrium or patio with plants in this elegant antique planter crafted in France.
With richly patinated metal in tones of grays & greens.
Banded with a bask...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal, Zinc
Set of 6 Vintage Folding Wrought Iron and Wicker Garden Chairs
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
This set of 6 Vintage Folding Wrought Iron and Wicker Garden Chairs are highly stylish and practical by folding away taking up less space. The chairs have a wrought iron under seat m...
Category
Late 20th Century English Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Rustic Shou Sugi Ban Wood Bench Pine and Corten Steel 6'
Located in Birmingham, AL
Our beam bench utilizes salvaged local pine logs for a rustic bench for indoors or outdoors. Narrow and backless, the simple lines express the natural texture of the end grain of eac...
Category
2010s North American Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Vintage Metal Patio Bistro Set
Located in Pasadena, TX
Patio Bistro Set.
The Andover cast aluminum Bistro set is a great addition for your outdoor patio or garden. The curves provide not only ornate styli...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Large Midcentury Bamboo Fretwork Basket Raised on Short Feet, circa 1950
Located in Yonkers, NY
A large vintage bamboo fretwork basket from the mid-20th century, raised on short feet. This large vintage bamboo fretwork basket from the mid-20th century, raised on short feet, is ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Thai Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bamboo
Rustic Italian Amalfi Style Iron Tile Top Garden Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rustic mid-century modern Amalfi coast style Italian garden table or console featuring a blue and white tile top. The ceramic tiles are cream colore...
Category
20th Century Italian Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Large Drift Timber Wooden Brutalist Sculpture
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
Wonderful large sculpture made from drift timber, natural form. Very good texture and colour to the wood, aged over time.
Would look great either indoor or outdoor.
ST1526.
Category
20th Century English Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Antique Monumental Hand Made Wooden and Wrought Iron Carpenter's Mallet
Located in Elkhart, IN
A rare and unique antique rustic industrial hand made wooden and wrought iron commercial builder's or carpenter's mallet. This would be ideal for an installation on a large wall on a...
Category
Early 20th Century American Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Hanging Doorway Entry Shoppe Bell with Horse
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful wrought iron bell used as a notification someone has entered or moved a door - could be used at home, in a shop or in a barn. or as a dec...
Category
19th Century Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
Wrought Iron Door Bell with Hand Rotating Bells
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderfully unique door, entry or reminder bell.
A succession of hand wrought bells in a circular motion, when rotated by the handle produce a lovely and spontaneous series of bel...
Category
20th Century Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
19th Century Large Rustic Painted Wood 32-Pane Window Sash with Original Glass
Located in Doylestown, PA
Large painted 32-pane window sash with original wavy glass, 19th century.
Fun, salvaged architectural element great for many uses. It has 32 intact glass panes, no cracks. Hang it o...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Traditional Spanish Vintage Metal Vase, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Vintage metal vase.
By unknown manufacturer, made in Spain circa 1950.
In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina.
Materials...
Category
1950s Spanish Vintage Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Cypress Beam Bench 4' Long Solid Wood + Corten Steel by Alabama Sawyer
Located in Birmingham, AL
Our wood beam bench in cypress utilizes salvaged wood logs for a rustic seating experience. Narrow and backless, the simple lines express the natural t...
Category
2010s American Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Pair of Traditional Spanish Vintage Metal Lidded Pots, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of Vintage metal lidded milk pots with a handle.
Explore the timeless allure of this captivating pair of vintage metal lidded milk pots, each ...
Category
1950s Spanish Vintage Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Antique Pairs of Tall French Painted Shutters from a Chateau in Provence
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Antique French shutters that were removed from a chateau in Provence. Great patina and fabulous original hardware (see photos). They would create a wonderful atmosphere in any setting or room, divide a room, make a wall, create a headboard, or provide an incredible pair of French door shutters...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Rectangular Hand-Carved Stone Planter
Located in Dallas, TX
This cement planter is a beautiful way to add texture to any space. This planter from our one of a kind, LeMonde, collection features a narrow rectangul...
Category
20th Century Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cement
Large Neapolitan Terracotta Festooned Vase from the 1800s.
Located in Naples, IT
Large Neapolitan terracotta vase from 1800s, original ancient name "Testone" handmade, with face of Greek goddess woman.
Category
1880s Italian Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
1940s Mexican Rustic Ranch Mesquite Window Jalisco Hacienda
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Mexican Rustic Ranch Mesquite Medium Window Jalisco Hacienda 1940s
39.5 tall x 26.75w x 4d / Inside 34 x 12.75 inches
In unrestored original vintage rustic condition.
Review the images.
Category
1940s Mexican Vintage Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Set of Three 18th Century English Staddle Stones
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful set of three 18th century English carved limestone staddle stones with the most wonderful aged surfaces, natural lichens, and wear that only 300 years of use can bestow. ...
Category
18th Century English Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
Teak Wood Rustic Mortar Urn Repurposed as an Antique Planter, 19th Century
Located in Yonkers, NY
A 19th century rustic teak wood mortar urn, perfect to be used as an antique planter for a vintage home décor. This 19th-century rustic teak wood mortar, with its rich history and st...
Category
19th Century Indonesian Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Teak
Vintage Boho Painted Terra Cotta Rope Planters - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Elevate your greenery with a touch of bohemian charm and American craftsmanship! This pair of vintage painted terra cotta rope planters adds rustic elegance to any space. With their ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
Pair of Vintage American Brass Duck Andirons
Located in Chicago, IL
Embrace the timeless charm of the great outdoors with this exquisite pair of vintage American cast brass and iron duck andirons. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, these an...
Category
20th Century American Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Iron
12-inch Reclaimed Welsh Slate Floor Tiles 26 m2 (280 ft2)
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large quantity of reclaimed Welsh slate floor tiles with a natural riven finish. There are 198 tiles in total, covering 26 m2 or 280 ft2.
This listing is for the minimum purchase ...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Welsh Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Slate
Tall Antique Rustic French Walnut Door
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A tall antique rustic French walnut door, suitable for interior use. The tall and narrow stature of this early 19th century door certainly make it an impressive piece. The warm walnu...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Large Copper Pot or Planter
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This large hammer copper pot or garden planter boasts circular handles on either side, providing a sturdy grip for effortless lifting. Its su...
Category
Early 20th Century Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Copper
9-inch Reclaimed Welsh Slate Floor Tiles 94 m2 (1000 ft2)
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A very large quantity of reclaimed Welsh slate floor tiles with a natural riven finish. There are 1876 tiles in total, covering 94m2 or 1000 ft2.
This listing is for the minimum pur...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Welsh Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Slate
Pair of Massive Antique Arch Form Doors
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A pair of antique doors with arched and paneled design with remnants of old green and other encrusted paint. The doors do have some old hinges an...
Category
19th Century Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
1940s Rustic Primitive Farmhouse Flat-Bed Hay Bricks Block Tile Wheelbarrow
Located in Dayton, OH
1940s Flat-bed wheel barrow. Intended for bricks or hay. Features a wooden frame on wheel with metal support.
Dimensions:
61" x 25" x 31"h
Category
1940s Vintage Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Hardwood
Cypress Beam Bench 3' Long Solid Wood + Corten Steel by Alabama Sawyer
Located in Birmingham, AL
Our wood beam bench in cypress utilizes salvaged wood logs for a rustic seating experience. Narrow and backless, the simple lines express the natural t...
Category
2010s American Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
2 Large Vintage Hardwood Sculptural Carved & Painted Mushrooms by JD 19"
Located in Dayton, OH
2 carved and painted mushrooms sculptures by JD. Signed along underside.
Dimensions:
15" x 13" x 19", 13" x 12" x 18"
Category
Late 20th Century Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Hardwood, Paint
17th/18th Century Italian Carved Wooden Lion Head
Located in Buisson, FR
Gorgeous hand-carved wooden lion head with a great patina due to its extreme high age.
Region Venice ,Italy circa 1650-1750
Weathered and antique repair. measurements include the woo...
Category
17th Century Italian Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Hand Carved Marble Container Sink Basin Planter
Located in Bradenton, FL
This antique 18th century marble basin is hand carved out one piece of stone. It's ideal for water plants, succulents, orchids or sculptural birdbath. It has been drilled for a drain...
Category
18th Century Italian Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Vintage Architectural Gate
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage 40" Architectural Gate
Wrought iron garden gate reclaimed from a home.
Dimensions: 40"W x 75"H
Wear consistent with age and use. Minor Lo...
Category
Early 20th Century North American Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Rustic French Early 19th Century Carved and Signed Door
Located in Hopewell, NJ
This early French door from the 1800s or before still retains its original hardware and the signature of its master craftsman (JB) on its interior. Stunning as a door or focal point ...
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19th Century French Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Chinese Coil Pickling Pot
Located in Chicago, IL
Originally used for pickling foods, this mid-20th century ceramic jar is coated inside and out with a dark glaze. Subtle ridges suggest that the bowl was fashioned by coiling flatten...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Carved Eagle Garden Statue, Denmark circa 1940
Located in Round Top, TX
This old limestone eagle statute features handsome carved details, including the nicely textured feathers.
The stone has an expected aged patina, pitting and lichen/stains throughout...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
Massive French Copper Cauldron Pot with Iron Handles
Located in Barcelona, ES
Oversized hand-hammered copper cauldron with iron handles. France, early 20th century.
This handcrafted copper cauldron has a terrific aged patina. It has an iron rim on the top and ...
Category
Early 20th Century French Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Copper, Iron
Extraordinary Faux Bois Cast Stone Branch Garden Bench
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A Classic Garden Bench in cast stone over an iron framing with all of the various parts recreating Tree Branches and Boards with fantastic detailing including simulated wood graining, peeling bark and faux lichen. The bench is very solid feeling and surprisingly comfortable.
The Faux Bois Bench measures 64” wide by 21.5” deep by 39.75” high. Seat height is 18.75”.
Condition: Please see detail photos. Wear is shown as the iron frame is visible in a few spots where the cast stone has weathered. There is some age-related wear including a corner chip to the lower left-side facing back rest and another chip to the back of the lower left side facing seat...
Category
Early 20th Century Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cast Stone, Iron
Rustic English Wooden Barrel with Metal Straps from the Late 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English wooden rustic barrel with metal straps. This late 19th century barrel is made of vertical wooden slats - possibly oak - secured by six horizon...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
19th Century Rustic Teak Wood Mortar Urn, Antique Planter for Vintage Home Decor
Located in Yonkers, NY
A 19th century rustic teak wood mortar urn, perfect to be used as an antique planter for a vintage home décor. This 19th-century rustic teak wood mortar ...
Category
19th Century Indonesian Antique Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Teak
Walnut Knife Beam Bench 3' Long Solid Wood + Blackened Steel by Alabama Sawyer
Located in Birmingham, AL
Our knife beam bench in walnut utilizes salvaged walnut wood logs for a rustic bench. Narrow and backless, the simple lines express the natural texture of the end grain of each species. The 12" x 12" beam is milled and finished to sit raised by a mild steel base with a black patina. The beam bench brings primitive beauty at a variety of lengths. Cracks, knots, saw marks and variation is part of the beauty of these pieces. The wood will continue to move and the finish to patina over time.
The knife walnut beam bench makes a cozy coffee table in a den or living room or low table in a mud room or entry hall for flexible use as a place to place packages and bags or to remove shoes.
With the oiled finish used on the knife walnut beam bench, we do not recommend putting this bench outside...
Category
2010s American Rustic Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Rustic building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Rustic building and garden elements 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 building and garden elements created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, decorative objects, seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rustic building and garden elements 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 building and garden elements, popular names associated with this style include Alabama Sawyer, Old Hickory Furniture Company, Andrianna Shamaris, Boisset Pottery, and Anduze. 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 building and garden elements differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $65 and tops out at $34,500 while the average work can sell for $1,515.
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