Rustic Vases and Vessels
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 Vases and Vessels
Materials
Metal, Zinc
Pair of French Faience Wall Pocket Desvres Fourmaintraux, Circa 1890
By Desvres
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of French Faience wall pocket signed Desvres Fourmaintraux Circa 1890.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Chinese Rustic Vintage Oval Root Planter with Dark Brown Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese vintage root planter from the mid 20th century, with dark brown patina. Created in China during the midcentury period, this root planter charms ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Wood
Tall and Heavy Elmwood Mortar Antique Plant Cover Coffee Table Wabi Sabi
Located in Antwerp, BE
A tall and heavy elmwood mortar; 17th or 18th century.
Antique Plant Cover Coffee Table Wabisabi.
Measures:
Diameter 40 cm.
Height 46 cm.
Category
17th Century French Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Metal
Pair of French Faience Wall Pocket Henriot Quimper
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of French Faience wall pocket signed Henriot Quimper, circa 1900.
Hand painted with a couple of bretons and flowers.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Majolica Frog Cache Pot Fives Lille Circa 1890
By Fives-Lille
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica Frog Cache pot signed Fives Lille Circa 1890.
Measure: Height / 5.5 inches.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
French Majolica Square Jardiniere with Flowers, Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica square jardiniere with flowers, Circa 1890.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
French Majolica Palissy Jardinière with Grapes Thomas Sergent, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
Small French Majolica Palissy jardinière with grapes Thomas Sergent, circa 1880.
Shaped as a wood box.
Category
1880s French Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Monumental 19th Century American Feather Basket
Located in Chicago, IL
A monumental 19th century American ash and oak splint feather basket of fantastic size with two banded handles, a wide bentwood rib running around the belly of the basket, and a wood...
Category
19th Century American Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ash
Rare 19th Century Majolica Hen Vase, Delphin Massier
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Majolica hen vase Delphin Massier signed Vallauris, circa 1890.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Majolica
Artisan Made Hand Blown Glass Jar
Located in Dallas, TX
Artisan made hand blown glass jar, home decor. In my organic, contemporary, vintage and mid-century modern aesthetic.
Category
20th Century French Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Blown Glass
Modern Mexican Rustic Clay Vessel Bottle Pottery Made in Oaxaca Stripes Folk Art
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
This natural color ceramic piece is a faithful copy of an old blown glass bottle, used as a container for wine, mezcal or schnapps. Omar designs this piece highlighting its imperfect...
Category
2010s Mexican Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Pottery, Clay
Ancient Marble Vessel
Located in Chicago, IL
A gorgeous ancient vessel carved from one piece of marble with subtle pink veins running throughout. Perfect for use as a vessel sink in a powder room,...
Category
18th Century Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Marble
Large 19th Century French Copper Jug or Vase
Located in Winter Park, FL
A large 19th century French copper vessel or vase with double handles. Beautiful warm patina with streaks and green oxidation.
Overall dimension...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Copper
Early 20th Century French Olive Picker’s Hod
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Early 20th century French olive picker’s hod.
A French olive picker’s Hod from the South of France, this galvanized riveted hod would have been wor...
Category
Early 20th Century Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Rustic Continental Style Twig Vases
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Rustic Continental style (19/20th Cent) slat design vases with flair top and basket design supported on birch and twig round base. (PRICED AS Pair)
Category
Early 20th Century Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Birch
Mexican Demijohn Rustic Clay Mezcal Vessel Bottle Pottery Oaxaca Folk Art
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
This rustic mezcal bottle is a replica of an antique bottle or demijohn which was used to store mezcal, drunken during folk theaters in Oaxaca, Mexico. The bottle is done with cerami...
Category
2010s Mexican Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Pottery, Clay
Majolica Palissy Snake Vase Thomas Sergent, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
Small Palissy trunk vase with a colored snake around the vase attributed to the School of Paris, circa 1880.
The School of Paris was composed by makers as Victor Barbizet, Francois ...
Category
1880s French Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Majolica
Large Outdoor Terra-Cotta Urns
Located in New York, NY
Large Outdoor Italian terra-cotta urn with a weathered painted finish (19th Cent)
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Terracotta
19th Century Majolica Jardinière Flower and Snail Wasmuel
Located in Austin, TX
Unusual 19th century planter or cachepot jardinière flower and snail Wasmuel.
Category
1890s Belgian Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Post-War White Ceramic Horse Design Vase
Located in New York, NY
White and black vase with running horse design. Signed on bottom by maker.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century Spanish Pottery
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 19th-century Spanish terracotta jar features an elegant, amphora-inspired silhouette adorned with dual looped handles. Its distinctive gree...
Category
19th Century Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Terracotta
Handcrafted 20th-Century Turkish Olive Oil Vessel
Located in London, GB
This 20th-century Turkish olive oil pot is a beautiful example of vintage Mediterranean pottery, once used to store and preserve olive oil. Handc...
Category
1940s Turkish Vintage Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Terracotta
Large Wooden Bowl, Wabi Sabi Style, Made in Sweden, Late 1800s
Located in Odense, DK
Large antique tray / bowl from Sweden. Estimated late 1800s, early 1900s.
Such a nice decorative item in the popular Wabi Sabi style. Overall gr...
Category
Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Wood
Large French Majolica Palissy Jardiniere Circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica Palissy jardinière with leaves and branches, circa 1880.
Category
1880s French Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
19th Century Spanish Pottery
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning 19th-century Spanish terracotta jar exudes rustic charm and historical significance. Handcrafted with a classic amphora-inspired s...
Category
19th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Terracotta
Set of Rustic Antique Stacking Pots
Located in Washington, DC
Set of Rustic Antique European Stacking Pots. Europe, circa 1920. Set of 3.
Category
1920s European Vintage Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Terracotta
Historic Antique Hitay Clay Pot – Vintage Terracotta Amphora
Located in London, GB
Antique Anatolian Pottery: Vintage Hitay Clay Cooking Pot
Originating in the ancient region of Hitay, this vintage clay pot embodies centuries of culinary tradition influenced by th...
Category
1940s Turkish Vintage Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Clay
19th Century Spanish Pottery (Full set of 23 Available)
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 19th-century Spanish terracotta jar is a remarkable example of rustic craftsmanship, featuring an understated elegance with its earthy tone...
Category
19th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Terracotta
Set of Rustic Antique Stacking Pots
Located in Washington, DC
Set of Rustic Antique European Stacking Pots. Europe, circa 1920. Set of 3.
Tall: 6.5” H x 6.5” Diameter, Medium: 6.5” H x 6.25” Diameter, Short: 5.5” H x 5.25” Diameter
Category
1920s European Vintage Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Terracotta
Portuguese Pottery Vessel with Triple Neck
Located in Troy, MI
New Portuguese rustic ceramic vase features a wide, curved base with a triple neck and two pierced openings. Unknown maker. Interesting, sculptural p...
Category
2010s Portuguese Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
Dutch Ceramic Handmade Vase “Coral” by Maria Verhaegh, 1997.
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
This original ceramic “Coral” Vase was designed and handmade in the 90s by Maria Verhaegh. An artist born in the Netherlands in 1942. In great condi...
Category
1990s Dutch Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
Nahum Tschacbasov Art Ceramic Vase
Located in Astoria, NY
Nahum Tschacbasov (American-Russian, 1899-1994) modern art ceramic vase, signed on bottom. Measures: 10.5" height x 5.75" diameter. Note: Nahum Tschacbasov and Irene Zevon were resid...
Category
Mid-20th Century Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Stoneware Jug with Rustic Glazed Finish, Perfect for Farmhouse Decor
Located in Yonkers, NY
A rustic vintage glazed jug with back handle. This vintage ceramic handled jug, with its rounded belly and a 2.25-inch mouth opening, offers bo...
Category
20th Century Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Pottery, Stoneware
Antique 19th Century Italian Confit Pot
Located in Pearland, TX
An authentic 19th-Century Italian confit pot or jar. This pot is full of character, hand crafted and painted with two charming handles, known as 'ears.' These jars were used for stor...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Terracotta
20th Century Anatolian Earthenware Storage Vessel
Located in London, GB
This 20th-century Anatolian earthenware storage jar is a beautifully crafted vintage clay vessel that brings an authentic touch of Turkish heritage to any rustic, Mediterranean, farm...
Category
1950s Turkish Vintage Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Clay
Rustic French Glazed Terracotta 19th Century Oil Jug with Distressed Appearance
Located in Atlanta, GA
A rustic French glazed terracotta oil jug from the 19th century, with wavy lines and nicely distressed appearance. Created in France during the 19th century, this glazed terracotta p...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Terracotta
19th Century French Copper Milk Can
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century French copper milk can, or jug, with double handles and lid attached with a short chain. Large, heavy and well used with dented surface....
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Copper
Pair of Small French Majolica Cache Pots circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of Small French Majolica Cache Pots circa 1890.
Flower on a sand background.
Category
1890s French Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic
20th Century Anatolian Twin-Handled Terracotta Vase
Located in London, GB
Description:
This 20th-century Anatolian terracotta vase embodies the artistry of traditional Turkish pottery. Handcrafted with precision, its twin-handled design and textured finish...
Category
1940s Turkish Vintage Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Clay
Antique Indian Metal Surahi Decorative Water Vessel, Early 20th Century
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indian surahi water vessel with weathered patina. This early 20th-century Indian surahi—a traditional water vessel—showcases the enduring craftsmanship of Indian metalwork, offeri...
Category
Early 20th Century Indian Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Metal
Antique Brass Milk Can
Located in Pasadena, TX
23? antique brass milk can
Charming antique milk can as from Europe. Container has a top handle and hinged lid. Richly patinated finish through...
Category
Late 19th Century European Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Metal, Brass
French Vintage Amber Glass Pharmacy Bottle with Marbles, circa 1930
Located in Barcelona, ES
French vintage Amber glass pharmacy bottle. By unknown manufacturer, France, circa 1930. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with ag...
Category
1930s French Vintage Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Glass
19th Century French Copper Pot
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century French copper pot with riveted double handles. Beautiful warm patina. Seam along the bottom. Several stamped maker's marks, including...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Copper
Handcrafted Turkish Terracotta Storage Pot, Vintage Clay Vessel, 20th Century
Located in London, GB
Bring the rich heritage of Turkish craftsmanship into your space with this Handcrafted Turkish Terracotta Storage Pot. Made in the 20th century, this vintage clay vessel showcases th...
Category
1950s Turkish Vintage Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Clay
French Faience Vase HB Quimper, Circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
French Faience vase signed HB Quimper Circa 1920.
Category
1920s French Vintage Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Faience
Swedish 1880s Oval Milk Tub with Blue and Black Paint and Distressed Patina
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish oval-shaped milk tub from the late 19th century with blue paint and black accents. Created in Sweden during the last quarter of the 19th century, this milk tub attracts our...
Category
Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Wood
Antique Primitive Rustic Large Plant Holder Mortar African
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
A wonderful primitive rustic wooden mortar.
Made from hardwood, this piece has been hand crafted.
The piece is very versatile and can be used as a plant holder or as a large bowl or ...
Category
Early 20th Century Senegalese Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Hardwood
19th Century Spanish Pottery
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 19th-century Spanish pottery jar is a beautiful example of rustic Mediterranean craftsmanship. Handcrafted from terracotta, the jar features a warm ochre glaze on the upper port...
Category
19th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Terracotta
Antique 19th Century Italian Confit Pot
Located in Pearland, TX
An authentic 19th-Century Italian confit pot or jar. This pot is full of character, hand crafted and painted with two charming handles, known as 'ears.' These jars were used for stor...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Terracotta
Chinese Stone Kitchen Mortar, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
Carved from a single block of granite, this stone vessel is an early 19th century mortar once used in a Chinese kitchen to grind spices, herbs, and other condiments. Chisel marks tex...
Category
Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Limestone
19th Century Spanish Pottery
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 19th-century Spanish pottery jar exemplifies traditional Mediterranean craftsmanship. Made from terracotta, its robust, utilitarian form features a speckled, weathered texture t...
Category
19th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Terracotta
19th Century French Earthenware Censer or Small Stove
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Featuring a large lidded body decorated with lion heads on each corner depicted with open mouths where heat escapes. This thick glazed ceramic urns has openings on each side large en...
Category
19th Century French Antique Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Iron
MKM Antique Rustic Cylinder 1930s Bottle Vase
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Antique stoneware water bottle manufactured by German MKM in the 1930s. Tall cylinder shape with narrow neck - perfect decorative item or vase for a few branches. Warm caramel colore...
Category
Early 20th Century German Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
Unique Wabi-Sabi Rustic Modern Artistic Textured Round Sculptural Moon Jar Vase
By Maria Loram
Located in Pasadena, CA
A striking sculptural ceramic piece with an intricate, volcanic-like surface and a warm palette of earthy tones and ash textures. This one-of-a-kind vessel captures the raw beauty of...
Category
2010s American Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic, Clay
Minimalist Black Round Ceramic Moon Jar Vase
By Maria Loram
Located in Pasadena, CA
A hand-thrown ceramic vase with a raw, textured surface that embodies the wabi-sabi philosophy of imperfection and natural beauty. Its rich, layered tones and rugged finish make it a...
Category
2010s American Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic, Clay
Organic Raw Wild Clay and Rock Wabi-Sabi Rustic Moon Jar Vase
By Maria Loram
Located in Pasadena, CA
A hand-thrown ceramic vase with a raw, textured surface that embodies the wabi-sabi philosophy of imperfection and natural beauty. Its rich, layered tones and rugged finish are creat...
Category
2010s American Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic, Clay
Round Brown Minimalist Wabi-Sabi Ceramic Decorative Vase
By Maria Loram
Located in Pasadena, CA
A minimalist, hand-thrown ceramic vase with a warm, unglazed surface that highlights the natural beauty of the clay. Its understated, organic form is perfect for interiors that embra...
Category
2010s American Rustic Vases and Vessels
Materials
Ceramic, Clay
Rustic vases and vessels for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Rustic vases and vessels 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 vases and vessels created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, building and garden elements, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rustic vases and vessels made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original vases and vessels, popular names associated with this style include Onnaing, Delphin Massier, Inês Schertel, and Desvres. 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 vases and vessels differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $110 and tops out at $7,500 while the average work can sell for $790.