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French Provincial Wall Decorations

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 Faience Henriot Quimper Platter
Located in San Antonio, TX
Bring a touch of French charm to your home with this beautiful French Faience Quimper Platter. Featuring stunning decorative floral ornaments within and around the plate, this platte...
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1920s French Vintage French Provincial Wall Decorations

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Faience

French 18th Century Park Scene Lithograph
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic French 18th century lithograph of a daily French life scene in a park. This item is in its original frame. Great addition to your Class...
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Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

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Glass, Paper

French Pine & Glass Tray or Wall Decoration from Alsace, circa 1940
Located in Labrit, Landes
Tray with an ilustration with typical details of Alsace, the border region between France and Germany: women’s headdresses and storks on chimneys Pin...
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1940s French Vintage French Provincial Wall Decorations

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Glass, Pine

French Majolica Oyster Plate Orchies, circa 1910
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica oyster plate Orchies, circa 1910.
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1910s French Vintage French Provincial Wall Decorations

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Ceramic

French Majolica Bird & Holly Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica bird with holly plate signed Sarreguemines, circa 1880.
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1880s French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

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Ceramic, Faience

French Majolica Bird & Holly Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica bird with holly plate signed Sarreguemines, circa 1880.
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1880s French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

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Ceramic, Faience

19th Century French Wooden Wall Consoles, a Pair
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of wooden wall consoles made during the 19th century in France. A stylized corbel extends from the center of each console to support the wall mounted shelf. A chocolate brown ...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

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Wood

19th Century French Majolica Plate
Located in Austin, TX
Lovely colorful French Majolica plate with flowers and acanthus leaves Orchies, circa 1890.
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1890s French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

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Ceramic

French, Faience Oyster Plate Alfred Renoleau Angouleme
Located in Austin, TX
Lovely large French faience oyster plate in pastel colors with flowers, circa 1900 signed Alfred Renoleau Angouleme.
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

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Ceramic, Faience

Large Majolica Oyster Platter Sarreguemines Circa 1870
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Majolica oyster platter signed Sarreguemines circa 1870. Older model. Diameter / 14.5".
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1870s French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

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Ceramic

French 18th Century Tapestry, Mother Daughter - 8'5" x 8'9"
Located in New York, NY
Introducing a masterpiece of French tapestry from the 18th century, a truly remarkable work of art that is both valuable and visually striking. This tapestry depicts a serene scene o...
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Paris Scene Illustration Lithograph of Place De Concord by Jean Dufy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Paris scene illustration lithograph of Place De Concord by French artist Jean Dufy. For the Francophile! Art piece: 13.75" x 10".
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1960s French Vintage French Provincial Wall Decorations

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Glass, Wood, Paper

1960s Raoul Dufy Interior at Nice Lithograph
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Raoul Dufy lithograph signed by the artist himself - Interior at Nice. The south of France depicted in a charmingly intimate interior. Custom fra...
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1960s French Vintage French Provincial Wall Decorations

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Paper, Glass, Wood

French Vintage Still Life Painting
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A great still life painting from France depicting Classic kitchen elements. The canvas is framed simply in wood trim. Signed by the artist M. Robert in the bottom left corner. Fixed ...
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20th Century French French Provincial Wall Decorations

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Photorealist Artwork of French Farmhouse Kitchen in Custom Whitewash Frame
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Photorealism digital print artwork from salvaged wallpaper by La Maison Pierre Frey called "Ouefs A La Coque", which translates to "Boiled Eggs". The wallpaper print was derived from an original still life painting which beautifully captures every element of the subject matter so realistically, it gives the illusion of being a photograph. The subject matter is focused on the magnificent open cupboard of a French country farmhouse kitchen, featuring an array of cups and saucers, stacked plates, serving dishes, and baking molds, adorned with occasional fresh meringue and a few hard boiled eggs. Framed in a custom hand-painted wood frame with an antique whitewash...
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2010s French French Provincial Wall Decorations

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Plexiglass, Wood, Paper

Cherub Garden Wall Elements, a Pair
Located in Pasadena, CA
These ornately carved Italian cherub wall elements add eye-catching detail to a room. They are crafted from silvered metal. Italian silvered meta...
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

Materials

Metal

French Majolica Fish Platter Fives Lille Circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica Fish Platter Fives Lille Circa 1900. W / 11.5 inches.
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic

French 20th Century Large Landscape Painting
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A wonderfully large and vibrant landscape painting from France. Signed in the bottom right corner by the artist. Protected behind antique rolled glass...
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20th Century French French Provincial Wall Decorations

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Paint, Giltwood, Wood, Canvas

Paris Illustration Scene Lithograph by Jean Dufy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful lithograph art piece of Paris by Jean Dufy. Art piece: 13.75" x 10".
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1960s French Vintage French Provincial Wall Decorations

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

French Faience Handled Platter Botanical Saint Clement, circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
French Faience Handled Platter Botanical signed Saint Clement, circa 1900.
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

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Ceramic

19th Century French Wing of the Château De Fontainebleau Scene Lithograph
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century French wing of the Château de Fontainebleau Scene Lithograph. This piece includes a frame. We have a total of 5 complimenting pieces, collect all 5 . Add some French Arc...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Majolica Saint Amand Bird Plate, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Lovely Majolica plate with bird and insect, leaves signed Saint Amand, circa 1890.
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1890s French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

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Ceramic

19th Century French Oil on Canvas Painting, "In the Sheepfold", Signed Lecler
Located in Dallas, TX
Signed by the artist in the lower left corner (“Lecler”), this oil on canvas painting is entitled In the Sheepfold. A typical day in the life of a farmer dressed in blue with a gold hat, the agriculteur can be seen tending to a hay feeder. Behind the man is a flock of 15 sheep, mostly depicted with tan wool and white faces and ears, with the exception of a small all-white lamb. Some of the livestock is grazing from the feeders, while four of them (including the lamb) are gathered near a large water trough. A pair of chickens can be spotted amongst the herd, including a brown rooster...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

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Canvas, Wood, Giltwood, Paint

French Vintage Still Life Painting
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A great still life painting from France depicting classic kitchen elements. The canvas is framed simply in painted wood trimSigned by the artist M. Robert in the bottom left corner. ...
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20th Century French French Provincial Wall Decorations

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

18th Century Pastel, Portrait of a Young Boy
Located in Vista, CA
18th century pastel, Portrait of a Young boy with 18th century gilt wood frame.
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

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Giltwood

19th Century French Pond of Fountainebleau Scene Lithograph
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century French Pond of Fountainebleau scene lithograph. This piece includes a frame. We have a total of 5 complimenting pieces , collect all of them. add some French style to yo...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Majolica Oyster Blue Starfish Plate Digoin, circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica plate with orange starfish with six wells blue and white surrounded by green seaweeds Digoin (East of France), circa 1900.
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic

French Majolica Oyster Plate Saint Clement, circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica oyster plate Saint clement, circa 1920.
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1920s French Vintage French Provincial Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic

French 18th Century Etching of Architectural Scene With Watercolor Details
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous French 18th century etching of an architectural scene with watercolor details. Add some classic architecture to your home, very nice gil...
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Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Framed Oil Painting in the 18th Century
Located in Vista, CA
Framed oil painting in the 18th century gendre style circa 1840 Depicting French Provincial life.
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

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Paint

19th Century French Majolica Oyster Plate
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century French Majolica Oyster Plate unsigned, with a lemon on the center.
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1890s French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

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Ceramic

French 18th Century Portrait of a Noblewoman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful 18th century painted portrait of a French noblewoman. The frame is nicely carved and the canvas is in great condition. Classic French style.
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Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

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Canvas

19th Century Large French Faience Platter with Armoiries Desvres
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century large French Faience platter with Armoiries Desvres marked Rouen. 12 inches diameter.
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1890s French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

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Faience

19th Century View of Palace of Versailles Scene Lithograph
Located in Los Angeles, CA
View of Palace of Versailles scene lithograph. This piece includes a frame. We have a total of 5 complimenting French scenes to collect. Add some classic French style to your home.
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

2 Vintage Reproduction Edouard Garnier Porcelain of Sevres Prints by Denunzio
Located in Dayton, OH
A beautiful pair of prints Titled "The Porcelain of Sevres" after Edouard Garnier. Reproduced by Denunzio in last quarter of the 20th century. Neatly framed in gold with plaque. ...
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Late 20th Century French Provincial Wall Decorations

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Paper

Faience Dish, by Malicorne, with Birds and Flowers Decor, France 19th, Signed
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Old Dish by Malicorne. This Dish is in Faience, and has been made in France, during the 19th. The colors are Green and Brown. Signed MC.
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19th Century Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

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Faience

French Faience Plate Flowers Keller & Guerin Saint Clement, circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
French Faience plate flowers keller & guerin saint clement, circa 1900.
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

French, Faience Oyster Plate Alfred Renoleau Angouleme
Located in Austin, TX
Lovely large French faience oyster plate in pastel colors with flowers, circa 1900 signed Alfred Renoleau Angouleme.
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

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Ceramic, Faience

Antique French Tapestry, Mid-19th Century, circa 1850s
Located in New York, NY
In the 18th century style, village maidens and boys play blindman's buff in a clearing framed by leafy trees with flowers along a low ridge in the foreground and a rolling rustic lan...
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1850s French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

Materials

Wool

Majolica Oyster Blue Starfish Plate Digoin, circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica plate with orange starfish with six wells blue and white surrounded by green seaweeds Digoin ( East of France ), circa 1900.
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic

1960s Still Life Painting in the Style of Henri Matisse
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very large still life painting in the style of Henri Matisse. Wonderful gold frame. Add some drama to your interior.
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1960s French Vintage French Provincial Wall Decorations

Materials

Canvas

Majolica Oyster Blue Starfish Plate Digoin, circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica plate with orange starfish with six wells blue and white surrounded by green seaweeds Digoin ( East of France ), circa 1900.
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Country French Walnut Pannetiere ~ Breadbox
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century country French walnut pannetiere ~ breadbox was considered essential to any well-appointed home back in the days before supermarkets and ordering groceries online. Every...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

Materials

Steel

French Tapestry Aubusson Style, 1880
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Original French tapestry Aubusson style, France, 1880. Wall decoration (machine) woven, no print. Good vintage condition. Free shipping quote witho...
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1880s French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

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Tapestry

French Faience Plate Coat of Arms Saint Clement, circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
French Faience plate signed Saint Clement Circa 1900. Decorated with cornucopia and coat of arms with Fleur de lis on the center.
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic

Normandy Countryside Scene by Raoul Dufy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous Normandy scene by Raoul Dufy. Lovely field of Normandy wheat. This lithograph has incredible color details and the white washed frame is elega...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Wall Decorations

Materials

Paper, Glass, Wood

1950s French "Winter" Landscape Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage French "Winter" landscape painting. Beautiful French traditional style frame.
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Wall Decorations

Materials

Canvas, Wood

French Majolica Oyster Plate Saint Clement, circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica oyster plate signed Saint Clement, circa 1920.
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1920s French Vintage French Provincial Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic

French Majolica Oyster Plate Orchies, circa 1910
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica oyster plate Orchies, circa 1910.
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1910s French Vintage French Provincial Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic

Helca Martele A La Main Hammered Enamel Painting Renoir Vue de Cagnes
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Helca Martele A La Main Hammered Enamel Painting Renoir Vue de Cagnes. Item features hand hammered enamel over copper picture after the impressionis...
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1970s French Vintage French Provincial Wall Decorations

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Majolica Pear Plate Sarreguemines, Circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica pear plate signed Sarreguemines, circa 1920.   
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1920s French Vintage French Provincial Wall Decorations

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Ceramic, Majolica

Majolica Oyster Blue Starfish Plate Digoin, circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica plate with orange starfish with six wells blue and white surrounded by green seaweeds Digoin ( East of France ), circa 1900.
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic

1960s Framed 'Normandy Farm' Lithograph
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Raoul Dufy "Normandy Farm" Lithograph signed by the artist. Charming and pastoral in technique and composition. Custom framed in cerused oak with hand-cut 4-ply art mat. For t...
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1960s French Vintage French Provincial Wall Decorations

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Glass, Oak, Paper

French 18th Century Oval Pastel Portrait of a Man in Original Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fabulous French 18th century pastel portrait of a man in its original gilt frame. Really beautiful detail work with pastel coloring. Very ...
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Mid-18th Century French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Antique French Malicorne Faience Hat Shaped Wall Pocket Vase, circa 1890
Located in Pearland, TX
A superb antique French provincial Malicorne faience wall pocket vase from Pouplard-Beatrix, circa 1890. Signed PBx on reverse. This charming wall vas...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

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Faience

Mid-Century French St. Jean de Bretagne Orange Scallop Shell Oyster Plate
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A hand painted faience oyster plate made by Saint- Jean de Bretagne, near Quimper, France – circa 1960’s. Saint-Jean de Bretagne earthenware became a thriving industry after the S...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Wall Decorations

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Ceramic

French Majolica Bird & Holly Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica bird with holly plate signed Sarreguemines, circa 1880.
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1880s French Antique French Provincial Wall Decorations

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Vintage Portfolio Vues De Provence France Serigraphs, Set of 7
Located in Seguin, TX
Vintage portfolio of views of Provence serigraph prints. 7 Colorful prints loose leaf in paper covered portfolio, age toning, edge discoloration and ...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Wall Decorations

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Paper

French Provincial wall decorations for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique French Provincial wall decorations for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage wall decorations created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include wall decorations, more furniture and collectibles, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, paper and other materials. If you’re shopping for used French Provincial wall decorations made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original wall decorations, popular names associated with this style include Abrams Publishers, and Fives-Lille. 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 wall decorations differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $39 and tops out at $75,000 while the average work can sell for $950.

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