French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
FRENCH PROVINCIAL STYLE
Removed from the fashions of the court, French Provincial style developed in the provinces of the country, such as Provence, Normandy, the Loire Valley and Bordeaux. Dating to the 17th and 18th centuries, French Provincial furniture was not as ostentatious as the designs being produced for the royal palaces, but elegant S-shape cabriole legs and ornate carvings elevated the sturdy chairs, sofas, tables and bedroom furniture intended for everyday use.
Although it varies by region, antique French Provincial furniture is unified by solid construction and an artisanal attention to design. While this furniture often followed the metropolitan trends — including the Rococo or neoclassical aesthetics of Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI — since it was produced in the French countryside it was more subdued with nods to its rustic settings.
Local materials like fruitwoods, oak, beech and walnut were used to construct large French Provincial armoires for storage and comfortable armchairs with rush-woven seats. Wrought-iron elements and carvings like floral details and scallop patterns were common as ornamentation. Furniture was frequently painted white or other muted colors that coordinated with gilt and would acquire a patina of age over time. Other wood was just stained with vibrant fabric such as toile de Jouy, which sometimes depicted pastoral scenes, adding color as upholstery.
The style arrived in the United States after World War I, with soldiers returning home wanting furniture like what they had seen in the rural homes and castles of France. In Grand Rapids, Michigan, designer John Widdicomb split from his family business, the Widdicomb Furniture Company, and had been focusing on Louis XV– and French Provincial–style furnishings since the early 1900s. Other American manufacturers such as Baker, Drexel, Henredon and Thomasville also responded to demand. Today antique French Provincial pieces and reproductions continue to be popular.
Find a collection of antique French Provincial dining tables, seating, decorative objects and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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Style: French Provincial
French Cast Stone Putto Garden Sculpture
Located in Sheridan, CO
French cast stone garden sculpture, putto with grapevines, rising on separate pedestal base, with shell motif.
Dimensions
approx 54"h, 12"w, 10.5"d
Acquired at an large European e...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cast Stone
19th Century French Antique Scrubbed Pine Trompe L'oeil Decorated Doors
Located in Shippensburg, PA
PAIR OF FRENCH SCRUBBED AND WORN PINE TENON-MORTISED DOORS
With decoupage & trompe l'oeil decoration throughout 19th century
Item # 306UMJ21P
These super fun and incredibly worn F...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Pine, Paint
French Provençale Medici Vase Inspired Jardinière with Carved Scenes, circa 1870
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French stone Provençale jardinière from the second half of the 19th century, with low-relief carved scenes and handles. Born in Provence at the end of the reign of France's last Em...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cast Stone
Late 19th Century Faded Blue-Color Enamel Cast Iron Urn
By E. Paris et Cie
Located in Houston, TX
Late 19th century faded blue-color enamel cast iron urn with jester-faced mask handles. Heavy, fine quality cast iron. Made by E. Paris, marked "E. Paris Bte SGDG...
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Late 19th Century Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique White French Wrought Iron Balcony Railing, 19th Century
Located in Vulpellac, Girona
19th century French fence railing from a balcony section constructed from wrought iron. It is beautifully handcrafted with twisted, scrolled decoration and heart motifs. The iron sti...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
Plant Pot Holder, glazed Terracotta, Green color, France 1930
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This is a plant pot holder. It has been made in France circa 1930. It is made in Terracotta Glazed, with Green Color.
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1930s French Vintage French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
19th Century Planter Copper Jardinière with Two Handles, SW France
Located in Labrit, Landes
Antique French big pot which can be used as a planter or jardinière.
Copper
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Copper
19th Century Planter Copper Jardinière with Handle, SW France
Located in Labrit, Landes
Antique French bucket can be used as a planter or jardinière.
Copper
Interior dimensions: diameter 8.46 in. (21.5 cm), height: 8.07 in. (20.5 cm)...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Copper
Vintage Concrete Shore Bird
Located in Houston, TX
This concrete shore bird sits on one iron leg and a concrete base. Found in Southern France this piece will add a bit of whimsy to your home or garden.
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete, Metal
Set of French Painted Double Entry Door with Iron Insert
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Large French painted double entry doors with transom frame.
Wrought Iron work insert in door frame and top.
Nice high relief carved wood and iron details.
There is some hardware in t...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Massive Early Terracotta Olive Jar
Located in Houston, TX
Massive early terracotta olive jar dating to 19th century, Tuscany. Nice natural patina. Its dramatic scale makes this jar an excellent decorative...
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19th Century Italian Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
French Provincial Doors
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This striking, tall pair of doors wear their age with grace, and would bring character and intrigue to any doorway. They also work remarkably well as accent pieces, taking a bare cor...
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1920s French Vintage French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Pair of Continental Gilt Bronze-Mounted Marble Urns
Located in Dallas, TX
This is a beautiful pair of Continental Gilt-Bronze Mounted Breche Violette Marble urns.
Category
19th Century Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble, Bronze
French Vintage Style Bistro Folding Iron Chair, Indoor & Outdoor
Located in Miami, FL
French vintage style bistro folding iron chair.
Price per item.
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2010s Spanish French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Vintage French Style Wrought Iron Chaise Longue with Cushion
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage French style wrought iron chaise longue with cushion
The wrought iron patio or porch garden chaise longue has two wheels for easy ...
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2010s Spanish French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
French 19th Century Wine Press Screw Pedestal Square Support Plant Holder
Located in Labrit, Landes
French pedestal wine press screw, 19th century.
Brutalist style with square base and top.
Dimension of the top : 11.81 x 11.81 in. (30 x 30 cm)
Good antique condition
Solid and sound...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Outdoor Fontainebleau Chair in Dark Green Steel
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Designer and artist José Lévy created the Fontainebleau outdoor collection, a deeply personal project inspired by his own country house near Fontainebleau, an hour south of Paris.
...
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2010s Belgian French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Outdoor Fontainebleau Sun Lounger in Dark Green Steel
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Designer and artist José Lévy created the Fontainebleau outdoor collection, a deeply personal project inspired by his own country house near Fontainebleau, an hour south of Paris.
...
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2010s Belgian French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Outdoor Fontainebleau Sofa in Dark Green Steel
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Designer and artist José Lévy created the Fontainebleau outdoor collection, a deeply personal project inspired by his own country house near Fontainebleau, an hour south of Paris.
...
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2010s Belgian French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Outdoor Fontainebleau Round Table in Dark Green Steel
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Designer and artist José Lévy created the Fontainebleau outdoor collection, a deeply personal project inspired by his own country house near Fontainebleau, an hour south of Paris.
...
Category
2010s Belgian French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Massive French Classical Figural Stag Bronze Palace Urn Planter Jardinière 76"
Located in Dayton, OH
Monumental oversized French Classical figured bronze planters, circa last quarter 20th century. Perfect for display indoor or outdoor. Features figured stags on each side beneath sea...
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Late 20th Century French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
White Scrollwork Garden Dining Table and Four Chairs, France 1940s
Located in South Salem, NY
This set of 1940s French iron and metal garden furniture dining set includes four side chairs and a square table, all adorned with weathered white paint that reflects its vintage cha...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
1950s French Blue and White Floral Cast Iron Planter
Located in High Point, NC
A cast iron planter from France, circa 1950. Recalling the French countryside of a bygone era, cast iron elements are bolted together in a charming rustic construction. Adorned with ...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Large French La Madeleine Green Glazed Anduze Planter Urn
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Tall Green La Madeleine Planter from France. Anduze in the South of France is very well known for its large glazed garden planters and the technique of the handmade pottery that bega...
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1990s French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Large French Concrete Compote Garden Topiary with Flowers
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Charming Vintage Garden Topiary with Flowers, 1960's France
Beautifully aged flower sculpture from the 1960’s. Perfect piece for indoor or outdoor. Certainly, would make a fantasti...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Vintage Concrete French Garden Topiary with Flowers
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Garden Topiary with Flowers, 1960's France
Beautifully aged flower sculpture from the 1960’s. Perfect piece for indoor or outdoor. Certainly, would make a fantastic centerpiece on ...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
French 19th Century Wine Press Screw Pedestal Octogonal Support Plant Holder
Located in Labrit, Landes
French pedestal wine press screw, 19th century.
Brutalist style with octogonal base and top.
Dimension of the base : 13.39 in. x 13.39 in. (34 x 34 cm)
Dimension of the top : 11.81 i...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
French 19th Century Wine Press Screw Pedestal Octogonal Support Plant Holder
Located in Labrit, Landes
French pedestal wine press screw, 19th century.
Brutalist style with octogonal base and top.
Dimension of the base : 14.17 in. x 14.17 in. (36 x 36 cm)
Dimension of the top : 11.41 i...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Gothic Oversized Garden Planters - a pair
Located in Athens, GA
older pair, handmade very large
50 inches tall with a 16 inch wide basket. rose adornments, subtle green hues throughout… these are great statements pieces, one is about 1 inch shor...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
French Stone Column Garden Pedestal 19th Century
Located in Milano, IT
19th Century French Stone garden column pedestal. Could be used outside or inside. Please note this is solid and is therefore very heavy.
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cast Stone
A Pair of Early 19th Century Polished Wrought-Iron Fireplace Andirons
Located in London, GB
A pair of early nineteenth century polished wrought-iron fireplace andirons with incising to front face of standard, front and rear facing spit-hooks and segmented bulbous finials up...
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1820s French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
French 19th Century Green Glazed Earthenware Castelnaudary Planter
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful glazed earthenware Castelnaudary planter, France, circa 1850-1900, Good condition
H:26,5cm W:35cm D:27cm
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Earthenware
Vintage French Country Iron Garden Armillary Sundial
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning vintage iron garden armillary sundial
USA, Late 20th Century
Measures: 16"W x 12"D x 18.5"H
Very good vintage condition. Patina throughout.
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
French, 19th Century Cast Iron Fountain Head Depicting a Mythical Figure
Located in Buisson, FR
Lovely and rare small cast iron fountain head with a great expression, France, circa 1850-1900. Weathered
H:20cm W:20,5cm D:5,5cm
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
19th Century French Cast Iron Alfred Corneau Urn
Located in Hastings, GB
Dating to the 19th century this stunning heavy cast iron French urn attributed to the Corneau Charleville Foundry is in superb condition, historically painted in a deep Aubergine wit...
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1860s French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Larage French Marble Top Dining Table with Iron Base with Maker's Name
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Stunning large versatile French marble top rectangular cafe table or writing desk with a classic Provencal green iron base. Marble is a stunning dark green marble with lovely veining...
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1920s French Vintage French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble, Metal
Antique Dutch Delft Style Blue and White Tile Featuring a Soldier
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful antique hand painted blue and white Delft or French Provincial style ceramic tile featuring a soldier carrying a flag. This would make an excellent coaster.
Holland, Cir...
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Mid-19th Century Dutch Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
French Oval Marble Top Cafe Table with Exceptional Metal Base
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Versatile French marble top oval cafe table or writing desk with a classic Provincial iron base. Marble is a stunning beige marble with veining. Very nice edge on all four sides - an...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble, Metal
Antique Brass Round Passage Door Knobs Set of 2 England 1920s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique patinated round brass passage door knobs sets on square spindle with rosettes.
These antique traditional door knobs will add timeless character to any door, rustic, farm hous...
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Early 20th Century English French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Pair French Zinc Agave Plant Specimen Sculptures
Located in Richmond, VA
Mid-century French zinc sculptures on removable stands. Could be displayed inside or out. Incredibly chic on top of a large armoire or console.
Also charming in an urn or terracotta...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Zinc
French Round Marble Top Cafe Bistro Table with Wonderful Metal Base
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Versatile French marble top round cafe table or bistro table with a classic Provence iron base. Marble is a stunning white, beige and subtle plum with veining. Could be in the center...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble, Metal
Herbeau France Royale 30001 Single-hole Faucet Mixer, Weathered Brass, France.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Herbeau France Royale 30001 Single-hole Faucet Mixer, Weathered Brass, France.
Iconic French country design. Made in France.
Specs:
Basin/deck mount
1/2 Turn Ceramic Cartridges
1 1/...
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Late 20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
French Castelnaudary Terracotta Olive Snake Motif Planter, Circa 19th Century
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a rare find: an antique olive colored Castelnaudary French terracotta planter adorned with a rare snake motif. This uniquely versatile piece features three handles and has...
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20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
Pair of Vintage Round Faux Bois Planters
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of vintage round faux bois planters hand-sculpted in concrete circa 1945-1964 in France. Surfaces of planters simulates the texture and look of rustic wood. Sold together and pr...
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1940s French Vintage French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
French, 19th Century Cast Iron Lion Fountain Head
Located in Buisson, FR
Wonderful cast iron fountain head with a great expression, France, circa 1850-1900. Weathered.
H:27cm W:25,5cm D:10cm
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Vintage French Patio Marble Top Table Wrought Iron Base & Set of Four Chairs
Located in Sheridan, CO
Vintage Bistro painted wrought iron patio set in original pink and yellow patina. This set includes a bistro table with a round marble top, over pink painted iron base, rising on fo...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble, Wrought Iron
Couple French, 19th Century Cast Iron Lion Fountain Heads
Located in Buisson, FR
Wonderful and rare couple of small cast iron fountain heads with a great expression, France, circa 1850-1900. Weathered. Measurement is individual.
H:20cm W:18,5cm D:8,5cm
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
The Bourgogne: A Classic French Stone Fireplace
Located in Chicago, IL
The Bourgogne fireplace evokes the classic French Provincial style. It starts deep at almost 13" at the top shelf piece. It comes down into a broad arched opening, and then into the ...
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2010s American French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
Vintage French Painted Wrought Iron Plant Stands, Jardiniere - Set of 2
Located in Sheridan, CO
(pair) French white-painted iron garden planters, 20th c., having pierced heart basket, rising on scrolled base.
Dimensions:
Approx 28"h, 18"diam
Acquired at European estate auctio...
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Early 20th Century French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Vintage White Cast Iron Campana Lion Mask Urn Planters, a Pair
Located in Sheridan, CO
A pair of cast iron campana-form garden urn planters, in a white painted finish, having egg and dart rim, over grapevine and melon ribbed body, lion mask handles, rising on integral ...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Green Glazed Biot Jar
Located in Houston, TX
Green glazed Biot jar from France. Late 19th or early 20th century. In good condition. Glazed rim and interior has some minor losses.
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
Late 19th Century Hammered Brass Lion Head Jardiniere
Located in Middletown, MD
Late 19th century hammered brass jardiniere originally from France featuring lion head handles with copper rivets, a rolled rim, and three paw feet.
Normal wear commensurate with ag...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Bespoke Pair Modern French Style Steel and Cast Iron Orangerie Planter Boxes
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Large Square French Style steel and cast iron orangerie planter boxes in lacquered white (as these are custom made to order, customers may request any color from the Benjamin...
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21st Century and Contemporary American French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel, Iron
Wrought Iron Topiary Urn Form
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial black wrought iron planter with topiary form. This piece could also be used as a candle holder.
USA, Late-20th Century
Measures: 9"W x 9"D x 24.5"H.
...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Bespoke Single Modern French Style Steel and Cast Iron Orangerie Planter Box
Located in New York, NY
Single Bespoke Large Square French Style steel and cast iron orangerie planter box in lacquered white (as these are custom made to order, customers may request any color from the Ben...
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21st Century and Contemporary American French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel, Iron
Antique Large French Country Oak Pitcher Brass Band Wine Barrel Umbrella Stand
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique Large French Country Oak Pitcher Brass Band Wine Barrel Umbrella Stand.
Direct from France, a beautiful antique French farm pitcher or vessel, with SOLID OAK staves. Custome...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
The Provencale: A Classic Country French Stone Fireplace
Located in Chicago, IL
Inspired by the many charming country homes of the Provence region in the South of France, The Provencale stone fireplace evokes a classic Country French feel, with its deep top shel...
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2010s American French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
Late 19th Century Green Arras Garden Chair
Located in Hastings, GB
A wonderful Arras Garden chair, dating to the late 1890's. The chair is in superb condition, we believe it is a folding chair, but the years of paint have set the chair in the open p...
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1890s French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
French Provincial building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique French Provincial 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, case pieces and storage cabinets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used French Provincial building and garden elements made in a specific country, there are Europe, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. 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 $749 and tops out at $17,724 while the average work can sell for $6,500.
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