French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
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
Large Pair of Anduze Pottery Planters
By Boisset
Located in Hastings, GB
A very good sized pair of hand made Anduze pottery planters from the South of France, small losses to the rim of one of the pots.
A great looking pair of very desirable planters.
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20th Century French French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Terracotta
Antique Limestone Basin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This low rectangular trough or basin makes a beautiful planter for succulents or lavender! A good size and shape, with a lot of character and patina...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Limestone
Pair of French Empire Louis XVII Giltwood Marble Topped Jardinière Bust Stands
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of French Empire style gold giltwood with marble tops Jardine stands
A very good looking and decorative pair, original designed...
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20th Century French French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Marble
French Wood Urn Flower Pot With Lid
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful French wood urn flower pot with lid. Nice wood details and nice original tin liner too.
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Wood
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.
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Terracotta
Handmade French Barrielle Aubagne Modern Blue Ceramic Jardinière Planter Lions
Located in Dayton, OH
Handmade ceramic blue pot by Barrielle Aubagne. Glazed in blue with lion heads. Aubagne is a commune in southern French
Dimensions:
17.5" x 12"h
Category
Late 20th Century French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century French Biot Jar
Located in Atlanta, GA
This authentic 19th Century French Biot jar is a stunning example of traditional Provençal pottery. Crafted from terracotta, this jar was originally used to store olives or oil, embo...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Terracotta
French Faience Jardiniere Desvres, circa 1900
By Desvres
Located in Austin, TX
French Desvres faience jardinière painted with flowers, circa 1900. Marked on base.
Minor wear.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Faience
Fine Antique Mortar Form Marble Garden Urn
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A fine Garden urn taking the desirable form of the Classic European Mortars seen in France and Italy. The Urn is very weathered with an authentic overall worn surface and is curre...
Category
19th Century Antique French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Marble, Other
French Stone Jardiniere for Patio Terrace or Garden 19th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
This jardiniere in stone comes from an odl farm in the south west of France The jardiniere keeps the marks of time with moss which contributes to its beautiful patina. It can be used...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Stone
French Provincial Biot Jar with Green Glaze and Rustic Character, 20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Provincial Biot jar from the 20th century with green glaze, generous lines and great weathered patina. Infuse your interior with the bucolic charm of the French Povençale re...
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20th Century French French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Pottery, Terracotta
Large French 19th Century Boisset Anduze Jar with Brown, Green Glaze and Swags
By Boisset
Located in Atlanta, GA
A large French Anduze Boisset jar from the 19th century with dark brown and green drip glaze and swag decoration in raised relief. Imbued with an aura o...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Pottery
Pair of French Wrought Iron Jardiniere Plant Stands with Floral Accents
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Glorious wrought iron painted pair of jardiniere plant stands having stylized roses and leaves throughout, and pretty weathered patina. A few flowers are missing on one (see photos)...
Category
1920s Vintage French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
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 ...
Category
1950s French Vintage French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Iron
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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Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Copper
Madeleine Anduze Orangerie Planter Box Yellow Glazed Terracotta - 1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic orangerie planter by the fabulous craftsmen of La Madeleine Anduze in the South of France. Love this glazed yellow terracotta form in the classic shape and scale. Very rare a...
Category
2010s French French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Metal
Antique Grande Greek Style Pot
Located in Austin, TX
Greek style Biot pot used to hold oil. Made of terracotta, commanding without being overbearing. It is strong and expertly crafted with delicate care. The pot offers a timeless look ...
Category
18th Century French Antique French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Terracotta
Large Pair Urns on Pedestals
Located in Miami, FL
Large pair Carrara Marble Urns with Pedestals, pedestals are later made for the urns, each one carved with cherubs with deer and other side cherubs hunting an eagle.
Category
1980s Italian Vintage French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Carrara Marble
A Large French Satin Walnut Planter Jardinière
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A Large French Satin Walnut Planter Jardinière
The planter is a real stand alone statement piece, it is made in Satin Walnut, this piece has a wonderful colour and patina, it stands...
Category
19th Century Antique French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Walnut
18th Century French Provincial Olive Oil Biot jar with Yellow and Green Glaze
Located in Atlanta, GA
A large size French terracotta olive oil Biot jar from Provence with yellow glazed lip and green drippings from the 18th century. Emanating rustic Provencal charm, this large 18th-ce...
Category
18th Century French Antique French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Terracotta
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 Benjamin Moore collection). Handcrafted in New Orleans by local metalsmiths using 14 gauge steel and cast iron, using centuries’ old French techniques. Each planter is raised to allow drainage through drilled holes on bottom plate. Corner posts are topped with a pinecone finial, an ancient symbol of open-heartedness. Specially crafted finishes offer durable protection while retaining a unique patina. Each planter is made by hand and is one of a kind. If a different color than lacquered white is preferred, this planter can be customized in size as well as color from the Benjamin Moore Color Chart. Allow 4 to 5 weeks for production for custom orders.
Story of the French Orangerie Planter...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Steel, Iron
2 Antique French Anduze Castelnaudary Glazed Terracotta Garden Planters Urns
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of Antique French green glazed Terracotta earthenware garden planters. Wide trophy urn shape with drain hole, footed base and four lobed handles. Handmade in France
Originally created in the 16th century by potters inspired by the Medicis, this French Provencal pottery...
Category
Early 20th Century French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century French Gadrooned Colonne Vessel
Located in Vista, CA
19th century French gadrooned colonne vessels 14" X 12".
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Iron
Madeline Anduze Orangerie Planter Box Yellow Glazed Terracotta - 2
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic orangerie planter by the fabulous craftsmen of La Madeleine Anduze in the South of France. Love this glazed yellow terracotta form in the classic shape and scale. Very rare a...
Category
2010s French French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Metal
Enameled Cast Iron Rouen Urn
Located in Norwood, NJ
Enameled cast iron Rouen urn decorated in blue and red on white colors. This late 19th century enameled urn is relatively large in size and function both outdoors as a planter or ind...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Enamel, Iron
Large Size French Provincial 19th Century Glazed Terracotta Biot Olive Oil Jar
Located in Atlanta, GA
A large size French Provincial terracotta olive oil Biot jar from Provence with traces of yellow glaze and green dripping from the 19th century. A magnificent large-sized French Prov...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Terracotta
19th Century French Provincial Antique Two-Tier White Wire Garden Plant Stand
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique oval French garden plant stand in white wire metal, in good condition. This oblong plant etagere is finely worked in metal and ha...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Metal, Wire
19th Century French White Painted Iron Standing Arras Jardinière - Antique Stand
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique French white jardiniere in the style of Arras, in good condition. This circular French Provincial plant stand is finely worked in iron with scrolling wire-work lattice. An...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Metal, Iron
French 19th Century Biot Pottery Jar with Yellow Glaze and Dripping Effect
Located in Atlanta, GA
A large French Provincial Biot pottery jar from the 19th century with yellow glazed dripping and great rustic character. Elevate your garden or interior s...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Pottery
Antique French Faux Bois Footed Planter
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Our collection of antique French faux bois planters is the perfect addition to any indoor or outdoor space. Each planter is uniquely crafted with a beautiful, natural wood-like textu...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Concrete
Antique Terracotta Faux Bois Planter
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Embrace timeless charm with our Antique Terracotta Faux Bois Planter, a tall masterpiece featuring multiple mouths. This exquisite piece seamlessly marries nature-inspired design and...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Terracotta
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 Moore collection). Handcrafted in New Orleans by local metalsmiths using 14 gauge steel and cast iron, using centuries’ old French techniques. Each planter is raised to allow drainage through drilled holes on bottom plate. Corner posts are topped with a pinecone finial, an ancient symbol of open-heartedness. Specially crafted finishes offer durable protection while retaining a unique patina. Each planter is made by hand and is one of a kind. If a different color than lacquered white is preferred, this planter can be customized in size as well as color from the Benjamin Moore Color Chart. Allow 4 to 5 weeks for production for custom orders.
Story of the French Orangerie Planter...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Steel, Iron
Handmade French Modern Blue Glazed Ceramic Lion Head Jardinière Planter Urns 16"
Located in Dayton, OH
2 Handmade ceramic blue urns. Glazed in blue with lion heads and knockers. Features raised dots beneath the top lip and a drip hole in the base.
Dimensions:
16"d x 9"h
Category
Late 20th Century French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Ceramic
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...
Category
1940s French Vintage French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Concrete
French Antique Biot Pots
By Biot
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Indulge in the allure of these expansive antique Biot pots, once vessels of precious oils. Adorned with an interior glaze reflecting the distinctive palette of Southern France, these...
Category
Early 1800s French Antique French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Ceramic
Mid Century Four Tier Wrought Iron Wire Work Planter with Graduated Size Basins
Located in New York, NY
Charming wrought iron planter having four basins each of graduated size in defending order, mounted on the vertical standard, with a four foot curlicue form base. This nice decorativ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Wrought Iron
19th century French Tole Hand Painted Planter w/ Liner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th-century French tole container. It features a trapezoidal shape and stands on four ornate brass feet with acanthus leaf motifs. The main body is adorned with a bouquet of flowe...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Metal
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...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Iron
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...
Category
Late 20th Century French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Bronze
French Faience Cache Pot, 19th Century
Located in Doylestown, PA
A white glazed French Faience “Cache Pot” with handles, circa 1870.
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Faience
Massive French Copper Cauldron with Iron Handles
Located in Barcelona, ES
Oversized hand-hammered copper cauldron with iron handles. France, early 20th century.
This handcrafted copper cauldron has a terrific aged patina. The copper is heavily adorned by t...
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Copper, Iron
Small 19th Century Yellow Glazed French Ceramic Confit Jar #2
Located in Munich, DE
Beautiful small confit jar with its characteristic yellow glaze.
Confit jars were used primarily in the South of France for the preservation of meats such as duck or goose for dishes such as cassoulet or foie gras...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Terracotta
Antique Seedling Conservatory, AC-0076
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Antique Seedling Conservatory. Crackled painted wood frame and bottom with glass inserts. Lid lifts to open.
Item #: AC-0076
Dimensions: 21”W x 9.5”D x 10”H.
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paint
Stunning Anduze Jar circa 1820-1839
Located in Houston, TX
Stunning Anduze Jar, circa 1820-1839. Remnants of green glaze. Signed "Auguste Boisset." A second similar Anduze jar is available that varies slightly in size (see last two images). ...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Terracotta
Vintage French Modern Blue Glazed Ceramic Jardinière Urn Planter Pot 19"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage French clay fired bulbous pot in blue glaze paneling and artistic detail. 2 Drip holes at the base.
DIMENSIONS
17.5"d x 19"h
Category
Late 20th Century French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Ceramic
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...
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Terracotta
French Provincial Glazed Earthenware Planter
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial planter or garden pot
France, Late-20th Century
Hand-made glazed earthenware in a lovely light green color.
Measures: 12"W x 12"D x 14.5"H.
Very good...
Category
Late 20th Century French French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Earthenware
French Provincial 18th Century Terracotta Olive Oil Biot Jar with Glaze
Located in New York, NY
A grand scale French provincial terracotta Biot Jar produced in the Biot region of southern France. With its original yellow glazed rim and traces of ochre colored glaze dripping thr...
Category
Mid-18th Century French Antique French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Terracotta
French Terra Cotta Planter, Anduze
Located in Doylestown, PA
A 20th century terracotta Anduze pot in a medium size with distressed glaze.
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Terracotta
Small 19th Century Yellow Glazed French Ceramic Confit Jar #3
Located in Munich, DE
Beautiful small confit jar with its characteristic yellow glaze.
Confit jars were used primarily in the South of France for the preservation of meats such as duck or goose for dishes such as cassoulet or foie gras...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Terracotta
Antique Cast Rectangular Carved Trough Planter on Lion Feet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique Cast Stone planter with carving of Peacocks, tree's and symbols. Rests on two pedestals with lion heads.
Rectangular trough shape ...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Cast Stone, Cement
French Faience Jardinière Cache Pot Desvres, circa 1900
By Desvres
Located in Austin, TX
French Desvres faience jardinière cachepot painted with flowers, coat of arms and a farmer, circa 1900.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Early French Biot Jar with Remnants of Yellow Glaze
By Biot
Located in Houston, TX
Early French Biot jar with remnants of yellow glaze along its rim. Dates to the late 18th or early 19th century. Nice patina and pitted surface from centuries of natural wear and use.
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Terracotta
Antique French Grain Measure, early20th Century
Located in Chappaqua, NY
Antique French grain measure, early 20th century. Aged wood with iron bands and iron handle.
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Iron
19th Century French Gadrooned Colonne Vessel
Located in Vista, CA
19th century French Gadrooned Colonne vessels 14" X 12".
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Iron
French 19th Century Green Glazed Earthenware Castelnaudary Planter / Vase
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful glazed earthenware castelnaudary planter, France, circa 1850-1900, Good condition.
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Earthenware
French Biot Jar with Yellow Glazed Rim
Located in Houston, TX
French Biot jar with yellow glazed rim dating to the late 19th century. Nice patina and pitted surface from decades of natural wear and use.
Category
Late 19th Century Antique French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Terracotta
White-Painted Iron Standing Jardiniere in the Style of Arras
Located in Houston, TX
White-painted standing jardiniere in the style of Arras: painted wrought iron plant stand dating to late 19th century, France. Wire-work lattice j...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Wrought Iron, Wire
French Provincial planters and jardinieres for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique French Provincial planters and jardinieres 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 planters and jardinieres created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used French Provincial planters and jardinieres 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 planters and jardinieres, popular names associated with this style include Desvres, Alfred Corneau, Biot, Boisset Pottery, and Anduze. 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 planters and jardinieres differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $80 and tops out at $10,500 while the average work can sell for $1,546.