Functional pieces made with local materials that can stand the test of time have defined antique and vintage country furniture around the world.
Country style has varied based on regional tastes, from French Country with tufted sofas and cane-framed beds to American Country with stately Windsor chairs and tables built of pine. Each is imbued with touches that are often described as rustic, a style that is inclusive of a range of decorating modes such as country and farmhouse. Exposed wood, traditional fabrics, natural colors and a sense of heritage through distressed surfaces and handcrafted design are all attributes of country-style interiors.
Country furniture and decor can encompass movements from across centuries that reflect rural life, such as French Provincial, which emerged in the 17th century, Black Forest, which became popular in early-19th-century Switzerland with sculptural furniture carved with animals and Adirondack style, with chairs that debuted in the United States in the early 20th century and became a rustic favorite.
The design of country-style furniture isn’t guided by fleeting trends or elite tastes. Sofas upholstered with animal hide, desks made of oak or pine that show off the grain of their material and dining room tables balanced on sturdy square legs are all popular examples of country furniture. Although the aesthetics of country furniture are eclectic, the pieces are unified by meticulous construction that favors utility over ornamentation.
Contemporary country interiors usually have muted palettes, with white walls and calming shades of blue, where heirloom pieces mingle with vintage baskets and gingham textiles. Unpretentious and timeless, country furniture adds warmth to any home, whether it’s a cabin in the woods or an urban loft apartment.
Find a collection of antique and vintage country tables, seating, decorative objects and more furniture on 1stDibs.
English 19th Century Oak Lowboy with Brass Drop Handles
Located in Atlanta, GA
A charming English oak lowboy dating to the 19th century, featuring three drawers and a warm, timeworn patina that speaks to its history. The rectangular top is flat with a softly ch...
Brass
Primitive Cedar Wood Roundtable From Central Yucatan, 1980´s
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Primitive Cedar wood round table from Central Yucatan, Mexico, late 20th century. These tables are all hand-carved and one-of-a-kind. Each piece bears its own character with regards ...
Cedar
Tyrolean 19th Century Country Vanity or Serving Table, Lowboys, Painted Larch
Located in Vigonza, Padua
This original type of table was formerly used as a changing table for newborns or for support of the basin with jug (toilet or vanity) Measures cm: H 80, W 97, D 60.
Fir
Lovely Burr Yew Wood Two Drawer Coffee Table with Thomas Chippendale Stretches
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely condition, Burr Yew Wood, twin drawers coffee table with fretwork carved Thomas Chippendale s...
Yew
19th Century Mahogany Serving Tray
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th century mahogany serving tray Hand made serving tray from solid mahogany with brass hardware. The oval tray has four handles along four drop-down sides. The tray sits a...
Mahogany
$800
H 12 in W 26 in D 22.88 in
Ole Gjerlov-Knudsen France & Sons Teak Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee Table
By Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen and Torben Lind, France & Søn
Located in Wayne, NJ
France & Sons teak Danish Scandinavian Modern coffee table. Designed by Ole Gjerlov-Knudsen and Torben Lind. If you are in the New Jersey , New York City Metro Area , please contact...
Teak
$1,500
H 16 in W 42 in D 28.5 in
Small Scale Hollywood Regency Faux Bamboo Wood Brass Tray Cocktail Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A smaller scale coffee table from the 1970s attributed to Baker Furniture. It features a solid wood bamboo form base, with a brass framed glass top. Very clean and ready for use.
Brass
$15,400
H 13 in W 24 in D 54 in
Charred Oak Japanese Inspired Coffee Table with hand chiseled solid Oak joinery
By Chris Miano
Located in Edgewater, NJ
Torched coffee table solid oak Designed and constructed from solid Oak this low-boy Japanese inspired coffee table features hand chiseled solid Oak Japanese joinery...
Wood, Oak
Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll Tulip Coffee Table with Walnut Top
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This table as acquired from the original owner who had purchased new in 1971. It features a powder coated aluminum base with a walnut top. Manufacturer label.
Aluminum, Iron
$2,912 / item
H 30.32 in W 35.83 in D 15.75 in
French Directoire Style Console Table in Solid Cherry Wood, Secret Drawer
Located in Landivy, FR
This rectangular console table is a craft handed re-interpretation of the French Directoire style at the end of the 18th century. The Directoire period style is remarkable with its ...
Brass
19th Century French Three Drawer Oak Serving Table
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Mid-19th Century French oak three drawer console table or serving table.With original handles. The legs have been capped, cleaned and wax polished.Circa 1850.
Oak
English Yew Three-Drawer Lowboy
Located in Woodbury, CT
Custom-made for us by a small cabinet shop in England, this little lowboy in distinctive yew wood is proportioned squarely at 27” x 27” yet it reads more rectangular because the curv...
Yew
Custom English Yew Wood Four-Drawer Lowboy
Located in Woodbury, CT
Combining Classic style with an unconventional wood (in this case, English yew wood makes for a visually interesting take on a common piece of furnitu...
Yew
$2,800
H 16 in W 59.75 in D 26 in
Mid-Century Modern Rectangular Cocktail Table in Walnut with Onyx Marble
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A lovely vintage table circa 1960s Heavy and well made. It features solid construction with inlaid onyx slabs. Clean and ready to use.
Onyx
Lovely Military Campaign Style Yew Wood Coffee Table
Located in Crawley, GB
We delight to offer for sale this lovely military campaign style coffee table having three drawers with brass handless on one side and three faux drawers on the other side , lovely c...
Brass
Chiodino Ziricote Wood Round Side Table Designed by Aldo Cibic
By Aldo Cibic
Located in Como, IT
Chiodino is a round side table with a drawer, made of precious ziricote wood; designed by Aldo Cibic. A small table with unexpected proportions in fine dark wood with strong veins, ...
Ziricote
Georgian Oak Lowboy
Located in Swadlincote, GB
A very good Georgian oak three drawer lowboy, with original brass swan necked handles, and in original overall very good condition. 28" high 32" length 19" depth You are welcome to...
Oak
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H 16.5 in Dm 23.5 in
Primitive Hardwood Round Table From Central Yucatan, Mexico, Late 20th Century
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Primitive hardwood round table from Central Yucatan, Mexico, late 20th century. The table top is 4" thick. These tables are all hand-carved and one-of-a-kind. Each piece bears its ow...
Hardwood
Primitive Hardwood Round Table From Central Yucatan, Mexico, Mid 20th Century
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Primitive hardwood round table from the Central Yucatan area, Mexico, mid-to-late 1900´s. Excellent wear and color on the table top surface. These tables were hand-carved in the trop...
Hardwood
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H 19.1 in W 40.16 in D 28.35 in
Lovely Large Faux Book Scholars Library Coffee Table with Large Internal Storage
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are is delighted to offer for sale this very decorative, faux book fronted, Scholars library coffee table A very good looking and expertly ...
Wood
Hardwood Roundtable from Yucatan, Circa 1970's
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Hardwood round table from Central Yucatan, Mexico, Circa 1970's. All original pieces. Primitive in style, these tables were used for making tortillas.
Hardwood