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Rustic Benches

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
Antique Handmade Minimalistic Spanish Chestnut Wood Bench, Early 19th Century
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
This early-19th century rustic Fruitwood Spanish large settle bench was handcrafted on Spain's southeastern coast. Handmade of solid fruitwood, having four sculptural posts that rise...
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Early 19th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Benches

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Fruitwood

Shou Sugi Ban Wood Bench Pine Corten Steel 10' Long
Located in Birmingham, AL
Our beam bench utilizes urban, local pine logs for a solid volume bench for indoors or outdoors. Narrow and backless, the simple lines express the graphic texture of the end grain of...
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2010s American Rustic Benches

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Steel

Rustic Long A-Frame Wooden Bench with Cross Stretcher and Splaying Legs
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique long A-Frame wooden bench with rustic appearance and H-Form stretcher. This antique long A-Frame wooden bench exudes rustic charm and character, making it a captivating ad...
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19th Century Javanese Antique Rustic Benches

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Wood

Late 18th Century Carved Rustic Spanish Catalan Settle Bench
Located in Birmingham, AL
A late 18th century rustic settle bench handcrafted in the Catalan region of Spain of mélèze, a hard pine grown in mountainous regions, circa 1790s. Having a carved scalloped wing ba...
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1790s Spanish Antique Rustic Benches

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Pine

Rustic Oak Bench Wabi Sabi France 1930's
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Oak rustic bench from France. Original wood finish with great age markings and patina.  
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1930s French Vintage Rustic Benches

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Oak

antique pine bench, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A charming bench from Hungary from around 1900. The bench has had different colours over the years, which has created a beautiful patina. Due to time and use, the paint has worn away...
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Early 1900s Hungarian Antique Rustic Benches

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Pine

Hungarian Box Bench
Located in Cirencester, GB
This settle or bench is early 20th Century. Wonderful natural colours and patina. It's a really useful and fun piece of furniture. Lots of useful storage inside would look great in...
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Benches

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Pine

Antique Limestone Bench - Old Stone Bench - Garden Bench
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
This old Limestone bench was hand carved in the mid 17th century and installed in a Large Italian countryside home along with several other benches and architectural elements. This piece has been well preserved throughout the years and was recently reclaimed by our team. The natural stone aging process that took place throughout the years is quite apparent all throughout this lovely architectural element, giving it such an amazing distressed texture and color undertone. Centuries of sun, soil, rain and exposure to the elements of nature have given this piece its real character and wonderful patina. This antique limestone bench...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Rustic Benches

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Limestone

Primitive Rustic Bench Spanish Mesquite Wood and Rock Stone
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Sensational Modern Rustic Bench Spanish Mesquite Wood and Rock Stone 57.5 w x 16d seat 16 h, Stone 21 Original unrestored live edge rustic natural condition reclaimed wood and rock....
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Early 20th Century Mexican Rustic Benches

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Stone

Antique Pine Bench, 1920’s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A charming bench from hungary with the original paint. Over time and use, the green paint has been worn away in places to the wood. With storage space under the seat divided in two c...
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1920s Hungarian Vintage Rustic Benches

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Pine

Antique pine bench, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A charming bench from Hungary. The bench was made around 1900. Due to time and use, the black paint has worn away in places to a red paint layer. Free of woodworm.
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Early 1900s Hungarian Antique Rustic Benches

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Pine

Rustic Primitive Artisan Tree Log Driftwood Garden Patio Bench by Robert Powchik
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Rustic Primitive Artisan Tree Log Driftwood Garden Patio Bench by Robert Powchik. Item featured was locally sourced and crafted from real tree logs in New York by artist Robert Powch...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Rustic Benches

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Wood

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...
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2010s American Rustic Benches

Materials

Steel

Rustic Wabi Sabi Bench, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rustic wooden bench that embodies a raw, rustic charm that speaks to the authenticity of folk art and the beauty of imperfection. With its weathered surfaces and simple construction,...
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19th Century French Antique Rustic Benches

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Wood

Rustic Spanish Bench, 19th century
Located in Aartselaar, BE
A rustic bench from 19th-century Spain, originating from the Castile y León region. This piece is a quintessential example of rustic Folk Art style, bringing authentic, old-world so...
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19th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Benches

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Wood, Oak

Antique Limestone Bench - Old Stone Bench - Garden Bench
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
This old Limestone bench was hand carved in the mid 17th century and installed in a Large Italian countryside home along with several other benches and architectural elements. This piece has been well preserved throughout the years and was recently reclaimed by our team. The natural stone aging process that took place throughout the years is quite apparent all throughout this lovely architectural element, giving it such an amazing distressed texture and color undertone. Centuries of sun, soil, rain and exposure to the elements of nature have given this piece its real character and wonderful patina. This antique limestone bench...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Rustic Benches

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Limestone

20th century, Black Forest Brienz Hand Carved Wood bench with Bears
Located in IT
20th century, Black Forest Brienz Hand Carved Wood bench with Bears This particular bench, made of wood carved in the twentieth century, is a...
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20th Century Swiss Rustic Benches

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Wood

Antique Pine Bench, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A charming bench from hungary with the original paint. Over time and use, the green paint has been worn away in places to the wood. The bench is stable and sturdy. Free of woodworm.
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1920s Hungarian Vintage Rustic Benches

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Pine

Reclaimed Elm Door Bench
Located in Chicago, IL
Made of wood reclaimed from 18th-century Chinese buildings, this petite door bench brings the farmhouse modern aesthetic to traditional forms. Using classic...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Rustic Benches

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Reclaimed Wood

Primitive Pyrenean Bench, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Charming 19th-century Pyrenean bench handcrafted from solid wood with an appealing aged patina. The natural imperfections and wear add to its authenticity, evoking the warmth of trad...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Rustic Benches

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Wood

Rustic Carved Wood Bench in Ivory Boucle by Pierre Frey, Mexico, circa 1960s
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Mexican rustic carved wood bench with spool-turned crossbars. Newly upholstered in La Maison Pierre Frey's most luxurious boucle, Louison Crem...
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1960s Mexican Vintage Rustic Benches

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Wool, Alpaca, Bouclé, Wood

Gothic-Revival Oak Chest Bench
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Gothic-Revival oak chest bench with carved figures and details. Germany, circa 1900. Storage space under the bench.
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Early 1900s German Antique Rustic Benches

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Wood

Custom Painted Bench by Dos Gallos Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom bench made by Dos Gallos Studio. Can be made any size and in custom finishes. As shown here, in Coldwell Green, Benjamin Moore HC-124 with an antique glaze. Made in Los Angele...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Benches

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Walnut

French Extra long solid elm wooden monastery bench, ca. 1850
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1850 / Monastery bench / solid elm wood / Rustic / Mid-Century Stunning long wooden bench made in the 19th century in France. This spacious 3.5 meter long bench was crafted...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Rustic Benches

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Elm

Rustic American Pine Bench with A-Frame Base, Long 20th-Century Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
This American 20th-century long pine bench boasts a beautifully rustic charm, perfect for adding warmth and character to your home. Its elongated seat features a natural grain patter...
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20th Century American Rustic Benches

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Pine

Rustic Tripod Bench, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
19th century tripod bench, seamlessly integrating wabi-sabi design elements. Crafted with care, this rustic bench reflects the imperfections fostered by wabi-sabi, showcasing the all...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Rustic Benches

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Wood

Rustic American Country Bench
Located in Sheffield, MA
19th century antique bench extending approximately 8 feet in length, three board legs. Beautiful rustic patina, showing character from it's prior pain...
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19th Century American Antique Rustic Benches

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Wood

Vintage Rustic Bamboo Rattan Tree Branch Form Adirondack Bench Settee
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Rustic Bamboo Rattan Tree Branch Form Adirondack Bench Settee. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 40" H x 50" W x 28" D x 17" Seat Height x 26" Arm Height.
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Late 20th Century Unknown Rustic Benches

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Wood

Paint Decorated Santa Fe Bench
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A wonderful old bench with arched serpentine top and turned spindle back and supports. With a plain plank pine seat with nails, raised on turned legs w...
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Early 20th Century Rustic Benches

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Wood

RusticRustic Wabi Sabi Bench, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
19th-century folk art bench, a magnificent treasure originating from the picturesque region of Auvergne in the heart of Rhône-Alpes, France. Handcrafted from the finest solid wood, t...
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19th Century French Antique Rustic Benches

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Wood

Rustic Splayed Leg Solid Wood Sculptural Bench, France 1940's
Located in New York, NY
Lovely through tenon detail. Some discoloration on surface. Seat is 8'' deep.
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Early 20th Century French Rustic Benches

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Hardwood

Pair of large early 20th century Scandinavian pine benches
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of large early 20th century Scandinavian pine benches circa 1900. At nearly 10 feet long these benches offer plenty of seating for that...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Rustic Benches

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Pine

Naturalistic Tree Slab Large Bench 296 cm/116.54 in.
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Large foldable bench, beech, iron, Italy, 1960s This remarkable large bench, crafted in Italy in the 1960s, exemplifies naturalistic design. Sculpted from single slabs of wood, the ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Rustic Benches

Materials

Iron

Provincial Chinese Horse Trough Bench, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
A celebration of wabi-sabi, this rustic elmwood bench from the late 19th century originated as a raised trough in a Qing-dynasty horse stable. At some point in its long life, the far...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Rustic Benches

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Elm

Rustic Tree Trunk Bench, France, 1850s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Remarkable antique wooden tree trunk bench crafted in France in 1850s. Made from a solid tree trunk, this bench is a testament to natural beauty and durability of wood. The design ...
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1850s French Antique Rustic Benches

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Wood

19th Century American Pine Bench
Located in Chicago, IL
A chic and modern-in-spirit 19th century American pine single plank-top bench with simple legs and exaggerated wide spandrels.
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19th Century American Antique Rustic Benches

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Pine

Red Leather and Iron Rustic Small Bench
Located in Westwood, NJ
Its sturdy handwrought iron base features a textured finish and tapered legs, showcasing authentic artisanal design. Topped with a deep red leather seat, this bench offers both comfo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Benches

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Pine Faux Painted English Country Storage Bench
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Really lovely faux painting on this pine bench that has ample storage underneath the seat. Bought in England. Great for a mudroom or hallway. Measure: arm height 35.5. #5630
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1880s English Antique Rustic Benches

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Pine

Carved Oak Low Back Chair, France, 1960s
Located in Rīga, LV
The low back chair has carved details and is made of dark-stained oak. Unique design and craftsmanship. 2 chairs and a bench are available.
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1960s French Vintage Rustic Benches

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Wood

Rustic Peg Leg Narrow Bench, Hungary Circa 1890
Located in Round Top, TX
The appeal of this rustic bench at just under 4' long comes from the thick hard wood top that originally served as a work table, resting on strong squared peg legs. Note the heavy g...
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Antique Rustic Benches

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Wood

Rustic Primitive Farmhouse Bench, Spain, 18th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rustic primitive farmhouse bench dating back to the 1700s from the Catalonia region of Spain. Its structure is crafted from thick, solid wood planks, with a deep, rich patina that ha...
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Early 18th Century Spanish Antique Rustic Benches

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Wood

Elegant rustic beige wooden bench with nice patina, France ca. 1900
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1900 / bench / wood / rustic / mid-century Nice antique French wooden bench standing on two robust, graceful legs. The seat is su...
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Early 1900s French Antique Rustic Benches

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Wood, Lacquer

Old Hickory Barrel-Back Settee
Located in Houston, TX
Old Hickory barrel-back settee with a bent hickory frame and a woven splint seat and back. Note: Regional differences in humidity and climate during shipp...
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Mid-20th Century American Rustic Benches

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Hickory

Brutalist Wabi Sabi Benches, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
19th-century French brutalist benches, reflecting the essence of wabi-sabi beauty in their imperfect form. These benches feature a robust dark wood structure and a rich, time-worn pa...
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19th Century French Antique Rustic Benches

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Wood

Rustic Pine Bench with Hand-Hewn Details – Versatile American Craftsmanship
Located in Atlanta, GA
Crafted from solid pine with rustic charm, this American 20th-century bench showcases timeless craftsmanship. Its hand-hewn surface features natural grain patterns, making each angle...
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20th Century American Rustic Benches

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Pine

Rustic Splay Leg Oak Plank Top Bench, Hungary circa 1890
Located in Round Top, TX
Rustic plank top bench with splay peg legs just over 6' long. The top reveals generations of use with cracks, nicks, stains and old dried worm holes which add character to the narrow...
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Antique Rustic Benches

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Oak

Long 19th Century Rustic Wabi Sabi Bench
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
Rare extra long rustic bench in pine wood. Presumably French, 19th century. Consisting of a 435 cm long pine plank with recessed feet. Great purist design with beautiful patina. D...
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19th Century European Antique Rustic Benches

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Pine

Cherry Cocktail Table, circa 1960
Located in High Point, NC
Handmade cocktail table made from Cherry in the North Carolina mountains, circa 1960. The table was purchased from the famed Moses Cone Craft ...
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1950s American Vintage Rustic Benches

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Cherry

Rustic Solid Karelian Birch Stool, Latvia, 1950s
Located in Rīga, LV
Carved low stool made of solid Karelian birch wood.
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1950s Latvian Vintage Rustic Benches

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Birch

Early Long Pine Bench
Located in Houston, TX
Early long pine bench circa 1710-1739: single thick plank of pine raised upon four splayed simple carved legs. Early finish. Sturdy, stable pegged construction.
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Early 18th Century French Antique Rustic Benches

Materials

Pine

Wonderful 19th Century Indonesian Bench.
Located in Middleburg, VA
Wonderful 19th Century Indonesian Bench. Carved from one piece of Javanese Teak Root with generous proportions and carved decoration over rustic legs ,...
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19th Century Indonesian Antique Rustic Benches

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Teak

Rustic Art Populaire Bench, France, Early 20th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rustic; Art Populaire; Folk Art; Travail Populaire; Bench; Monoxylite; Wabi Sabi; 20th Century; Antique; Early 20th century bench, seamlessly integrating wabi-sabi design elements. ...
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Early 20th Century French Rustic Benches

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Wood

1920s French Rustic Iron Garden Bench with Scrolling Motifs and Slatted Seat
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French rustic, painted iron garden bench from the 19th century with scrolling motifs on the back, curving slatted seat and great weathered appearance. This 19th-century French rust...
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Early 20th Century French Rustic Benches

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Iron

Rustic Oak Bench with Storage
Located in Evergreen, CO
Seating and storage abound in this rustic bench from Belgium. Crafted in the late-19th century from roughly hewn oak, it has all the look of age-worn stability and rugged reliability...
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Late 19th Century Belgian Antique Rustic Benches

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Iron

Vintage Hand Forged Wrought Iron and Woven Leather Folding Stool, Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Hand Forged Wrought-Iron and Woven Leather Folding Stool - Pair Gorgeous vintage hand forged wrought-iron folding stools with han...
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Mid-20th Century American Rustic Benches

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Wrought Iron

Vintage Black Lacquered Garden Bench
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Long solid black wooden bench with rounded legs and curved arms with a striking linear slotted back pattern. Wear is consistent with age and use. See photos for details.
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20th Century Rustic Benches

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Wood, Lacquer, Paint

Selection of Nautical Campaign Benches circa 1940s
Located in Atlanta, GA
Selection of Nautical Campaign benches, American, circa 1940s. They are priced at $2500 each or $4500 for the pair. These benches were made for use on U.S. Navy ships in the 1940s. They are constructed of pine and galvanized metal. It easily folds down for flat storage...
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1940s American Vintage Rustic Benches

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Metal

Set of French Pine Wood Benches, 1960s
Located in Echt, NL
Set of French pine wood benches in very good condition. Made of solid pine wood slats which are connected with typical joints. The style reminds of Scandinavian modernism, like Swe...
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20th Century French Rustic Benches

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Wood, Pine

Rustic benches for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Rustic benches 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 benches created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, softwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rustic benches 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 benches, popular names associated with this style include Alabama Sawyer, Andrianna Shamaris, Dos Gallos Studio, and Inês Schertel. 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 benches differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $420 and tops out at $24,500 while the average work can sell for $2,228.

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