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
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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Category
2010s Belgian French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
French Cherry Wood 2 Branch Folding Towel Rail
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
French Cherry Wood 2 Branch Folding Towel Rail
This is an elegant little towel rail, it is turned in cherry wood and has 2 swinging arms, these can be set at a choice of angles up t...
Category
19th Century Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cherry
Pair Grand 18th Century Country French Walnut Doors ~ Plaquards
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair Grand 18th Century Country French Walnut Doors ~ Plaquards in Frame are ideal for creating a wall accent or for using in your architectural plan to add interest that simply cann...
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Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
French Boudin Fireplace in Light Travertine Stone
Located in London, GB
A substantial French Boudin fireplace in light travertine stone, with moulded jambs and shaped moulded frieze. An imposing yet graceful piece. A copy of an original.
N.B. May be subj...
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Late 20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
Antique Sundial done in wrought iron and brass with heavy patina, Germany 1800s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a beautiful antique Sundial. It is made of wrought iron and brass, which got green patina due to its age. Made in France...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
An Antique 18th century Provincial French Stone Fireplace Mantel
Located in London, GB
An 18th century French Caen Stone Provincial Fireplace. The cantered jambs with stop fluted front panels and carved raised panels. The frieze serpentine in design with raised panelle...
Category
1780s French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone
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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique Limestone Basins Double Sinks
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Reclaimed French limestone double basin sink, fountain or planter. Patina and wear enhance the character of this beautiful antique limestone sink.
Category
19th Century French Antique 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
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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Walnut
17th Century Antique Farm Mantel
Located in Dallas, TX
This 17th century antique farmer's mantel is a subtle yet elegant breakfast room or study mantel.
Measurements: 44.5" W x 12.5" D x 43.5"
Firebox: ...
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17th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
Pedestal from an old french wine press, circa 1900
Located in LYON, FR
Old wine press screw in the style of Charles Dudouyt transformed into a harness or stand.
Very beautiful patina for this very elegant harness or pedestal. It will allow you to place...
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1890s French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cherry, Oak
19th Century Stone Doorway Arch
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A 19th century stone door surround. Simply but elegant rustic executed. Dated 1819 and decoretad with a geometric frieze and centrel flower rozet. ...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Sandstone
French Green Painted Bistro Table
Located in Buchanan, NY
Welcome the old-world charm and style of this stunning French green painted bistro table into your home! The small round design fits perfectly in ...
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
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
Set of Four French Painted Garden Chairs
Located in Buchanan, NY
This set of four beautiful French garden chairs will be an elegant addition to any outdoor seating area or garden. The chairs are constructed from white-painted iron, and feature dec...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
19th Century French Slate Table
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
19th Century French slate table.
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Slate
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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
French Provincial Limestone Antique Fireplace Surround With Star Design
Located in Beervelde, BE
Limestone French fireplace surround for a small budget.
The fronton has been restored and has a nice star in the center. The surface has been honed.
Measurements:
168,5 cm Exterior W...
Category
18th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
Vintage French Cast Iron Chair
Located in High Point, NC
A cast iron chair from France, produced circa 1960. A richly decorated garden chair with white and green patination. This cast metal seat stands out fo...
Category
1960s French Vintage French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Faience
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 ...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cast Stone, Cement
Rare 1920s Wirework Garden Seat with Scroll Wrought Iron Feet Aged Patina
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
A beautiful petite Garden Seat with intricate wirework detail, sitting on rivetted wrought iron scrolled feet. These early 20th Century examples are rare to find in such lovely condi...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron, Wire
Vintage French Country Brass Garden Armillary Sundial
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning vintage French Country style brass garden armillary sundial
USA, Late 20th Century
Measures: 10"W x 8"D x 11"H
Very good vintage condition.
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Antique Stone Basin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This unique rectangular limestone basin would make a gorgeous planter or bubbling fountain. The stone has a beautiful patina and texture to it after y...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
Italian Tile Top Dining Table
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Vintage dining table with an elongated octagon form top featuring colorful Italian tiles with bold floral designs bordered by a painted wood frame.
Category
20th Century Italian French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Vintage French Bronzed Metal Garden Table with Marble Top
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ebony color metal table base with Italian Marble top.
The metal ring on the bottom is lined with a bamboo type wood also in ebony finish.
This would make wonderful entry foyer, ce...
Category
Late 20th Century French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble, Iron, Metal
Vintage French Country Iron Garden Armillary Sundial
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning vintage iron garden armillary sundial
USA, Late 20th Century
Measures: 17"W x 10"D x 16.25"H
Very good vintage condition.
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Suite of Grey Painted Cast Iron Table and Four Tabourets
Located in Washington, DC
A suite of grey painted cast iron garden table with original white marble top, and four tabouret stools. Measures: Table W 35.5" x D 23.5" x H 29", Stools' size 12.5" diameter and 16...
Category
19th Century Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble, Iron
Vintage Fireplace Tools in Brass Metal Plated with Duck Heads Fire Tools
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Fireplace tools in brass metal plated color with duck Mallard heads, circa 1980.
Vintage fire tools in brass lacquered with duck heads, Fren...
Category
Late 20th Century French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Linen carder, popular art, early 20th century, France
Located in LYON, FR
Very pretty wooden decorative object with very pretty details and inlays in the wood.
An object just for the pleasure of the object and to d...
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Oak
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 with moss from the 1960’s. Perfect piece for indoor or outdoor. Certainly, would make a...
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
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 ...
Category
2010s American French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
Faux Bois Trough
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Faux Bois was at its height during the Art Nouveau era in France between the 19th and 20th century. Now reimagined for a contemporary audience, this hand sculpted trough features cla...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Zinc Top Cabinet with Double Sinks, Fr-0180
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Zinc top cabinet with double sinks. Includes faucets and sinks. Functional cabinets below sinks with open center shelf unit perfect for towels. Hand painted and glazed with a distressed look. Zinc top hammered metal with intentional pitting. Brass faucet...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Zinc
Antique Belgian Garden Panel
Located in Dallas, TX
This piece is a part of Brendan Bass’s one-of-a-kind collection, Le Monde. French for “The World”, the Le Monde collection is made up of rare and hard to find pieces curated by Brend...
Category
20th Century Belgian French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
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
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 19th Century Large Terracotta Olive Jar
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A massive French Provincial terracotta olive oil jar circa 1840. This patinated pot has lots of character both from the hand of the ceramicist in sgraffito patterning and mustard-hue...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
Antique French Empire Solid Marble with Brass Accents Corinthian Pillar Stand
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this exquisite antique circa 1880 French marble pillar pedestal with gold gilt brass accents
A very good looking and well made antique marble pillar...
Category
1880s French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
19th Century Faux Bois Fountain & Basin Perimeter
Located in Ross, CA
Faux Bois Stone Concrete Fountain and Basin Perimeter (c. 1890). This beautiful, artistically crafted imitation wood grain trompe-l’oeil fountain was a...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
19th century large French stain glass door set
Located in Surrey, BC
Exceptional set of large decorative stain glass vestibule doors from a large villa in southern France . Kept in storage in Canada for over 30 years . ...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stained Glass, Pine
Vintage French Country Gray Iron Garden Armillary Sundial
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning vintage French country style gray iron garden armillary sundial
USA, Late 20th Century
Measures: 12"W x 11"D x 16.75"H
Very good vintage condition.
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique French Iron Forged Outdoor Bistro Chairs a Pair
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique pair of French Iron Forged heart back outdoor garden chairs.
Heart back garden chairs
Dimensions:
Measures: 36” H
Seat height: 18”
Seat depth: 15.5” x 15.5 Diameter.
Great antique patio...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Tile Top and Iron Tabouret or Table
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Midcentury tabouret or table with an iron base and a bold colorful kaleidoscopic tile top with floral and geometric designs.
Category
20th Century Italian French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Earthenware
A 19th Century French Oak And Leather Log Or Storage Box
Located in London, GB
A Handsome 19th Century French Oak and Leather Log or Storage Box. Of serpentine form with geometric lozenge decoration to its lid and base. Leather clad with attractive stud detaili...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Leather, Oak
Hand-Painted 20th Century Ceramic Indoor Watering Can Floral Motifs
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Hand-Painted 20th Century Ceramic Indoor Watering Can, Floral Motifs & Twisted Green Handle
Description:
This charming small ceramic watering can, crafted and hand-painted in the 20th century, combines practical function with delicate decoration. Designed for indoor use, it features a twisted green ceramic handle and a white base color, richly adorned with floral motifs in red, green, and orange. With its gentle patina, this piece embodies the warmth and character of vintage craftsmanship, making it perfect as a decorative accent or a functional watering tool for indoor plants.
Key features include:
Hand-Painted Floral Decoration: The surface is embellished with vibrant hand-painted flowers, creating a lively and colorful composition that brings a touch of nature and artistry to any space.
Twisted Green Handle: The twisting design of the green handle adds texture, elegance, and a playful touch, contrasting beautifully with the lighter body.
Vintage Patina: Signs of gentle aging on the ceramic surface lend an authentic vintage charm, reflecting its 20th-century origins.
Functional & Decorative: Perfect for watering small plants, herbs, or flowers indoors, but equally beautiful as a decorative object placed on a shelf, windowsill, or console table.
Compact Size: Ideal for small living spaces, urban apartments, or anyone looking to add a subtle vintage touch to their interior garden setup.
Versatile Style: Its delicate colors and rustic charm make it suitable for bohemian, country, shabby chic, or eclectic decors.
This hand-painted 20th-century ceramic watering can is more than a gardening tool—it’s a celebration of craftsmanship, nature, and vintage beauty, offering a perfect blend of functionality and artistic decor for modern living spaces.
Keywords: vintage ceramic watering can...
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20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
Early 18th Century French Provincial Cast Iron Fireback
Located in Middleburg, VA
Early 18th Century French Provincial Cast Iron Fireback
Firebacks were placed at the rear of a fireplace to protect the wall from heat and radiate warmth into the room. This pieces ...
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Early 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique Stone Basin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This unique basin has an original drain spout hole on one side. This would make a unique planter or element in a water feature. Some places of patchi...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
Louis XIII Antique Limestone Mantel, circa 1680
Located in Dallas, TX
Louis XIII antique limestone mantel is a great conversation piece and sure to impress with its nice clean lines and bold presence.
Origin: France, circa 1680.
Measurements: 79"...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
Vintage French Country Iron Garden Armillary Sundial
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning vintage French country iron garden armillary sundial
USA, Late 20th Century
Measures: 16"W x 12"D x 19"H
Very good vintage condition.
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Vintage French Country Iron Garden Armillary Sundial
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning vintage iron garden armillary sundial
USA, Late 20th Century
Measures: 17"W x 10"D x 16.25"H
Very good vintage condition.
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Vintage French Country Iron Garden Armillary Sundial
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning vintage iron garden armillary sundial
USA, Late 20th Century
Measures: 17"W x 10"D x 16.25"H
Very good vintage condition.
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
French Provençale Style Arabescato Marble Fireplace
Located in London, GB
A French Provençale style Arabescato marble fireplace, with ornately carved Rococo frieze and jambs of scrolls and foliage. Unusually high ...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
French Provincial Tole Washstand
Located in Queens, NY
French Provincial grey faux wood painted tole washstand with side bars and gold wreath decoration.
Category
18th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Tôle
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.