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
Period: 20th Century
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cast Stone
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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
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
1900s French Oak Pedestal
Located in High Point, NC
A turn of the century oak pedestal produced in France, this four columns pedestal makes for an ornate statement. Industriously hand carved, this corinthian inspired piece features th...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Oak
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...
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
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
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...
Category
1920s French Vintage 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...
Category
Early 20th Century English French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
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
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...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble, Wrought Iron
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Zinc
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 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...
Category
1940s French Vintage French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
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/...
Category
Late 20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
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...
Category
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 ...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
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.
...
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought 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...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
A pair of painted French doors circa 1900.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of painted French doors circa 1900. Each door having twelve mirrored panes. Total: 55"W
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
French Wrought Iron Gates, a Pair
Located in Winter Park, FL
A pair of French wrought iron garden gate grilles or decorative panels with green painted patina. Good quality iron work. Some rust and peeling paint. Please refer to photos for mor...
Category
Early 20th Century European French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cast Stone, Cement
French Pedestals With Marble Tops, a Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pair of French pedestals with marble tops. Great addition to your architectural French inspired home and interiors.
Category
1940s French Vintage French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
French Terracotta Large Vase Planter Anduze Style Patio Garden 20th Mid-Century
By Boisset
Located in Labrit, Landes
This terracotta planter is made is the Anduze style from the Boisset brothers manufacture.
This type of vase has been made by the Boisset family at Anduze in the South of France for...
Category
1960s French Vintage French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Copper, Iron
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.
...
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
French Terracotta Large Vase Planter Anduze Style Patio Garden 20th Mid-Century
By Boisset
Located in Labrit, Landes
This terracotta planter is made is the Anduze style from the Boisset brothers manufacture.
This type of vase has been made by the Boisset family at Anduze in the South of France for...
Category
1960s French Vintage French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
Petite French Faience Vase Desvres, circa 1900
By Desvres
Located in Austin, TX
Small French faience jardinière with floral pattern Desvres, circa 1900.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
French Solid Bronze Planter
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful French solid bronze planter. Early 20th Century and nice decor designs on the casting of the bronze.
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
Terra cotta Anduze Urn
Located in Doylestown, PA
A 20th century terracotta Anduze pot in a medium size with distressed glaze.
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
Vintage French Shell Carved Red Marble Fireplace Surround
Located in Sheridan, CO
Continental red marble fireplace surround, early 20th c., having molded mantel shelf, over shell carved apron, pilaster corner supports, ...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Jerome Massier French 2-Piece Glazed Burgundy Terra Cotta Urn on a Pedestal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful glazed burgundy terra cotta urn on a pedestal by French artist Jerome Massier. Great addition to your classic French inspired interiors. Some wear and chips but adds to the...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
Majolica Flower Planter
Located in Madison, MS
This beautiful French Majolica flower planter, circa 1900, has so many lovely details and vibrant colors. The dominating colors are purple and green. ...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Pair Vintage Painted Stone Toadstool Mushrooms with Red Caps
Located in South Salem, NY
This charming pair of vintage painted stone toadstools hails from mid-20th century Belgium, epitomizing whimsical garden decor. Standing tall with pai...
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
1920’s Green French Iron Bistro Table
Located in Hastings, GB
Gorgeous early 20th century French iron bistro/café table in a stunning turquoise paint, with an aged patina. The top has a few small areas where ti...
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair Vintage Painted Stone Toadstools Mushrooms with Red Caps
Located in South Salem, NY
This charming pair of vintage painted stone toadstools hails from mid-20th century Belgium, epitomizing whimsical garden decor. Standing tall with pai...
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Vintage Beautifully Distressed French Cast Iron Urn Medici Garden Vases
Located in Draper, UT
Heavy, charming classic French cast iron Medici form garden urn. Beautiful patina featuring original paint, patina, and exposed rusting. Perfect size for table, shelf or mantle. T...
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Mid-20th Century French Painted Decorative Bucket or Umbrella Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique Green French Vineyard Harvesting tool, tole painted, with a beautiful green aged exterior. In the 19th century these were used for hand harvesting the grapes. Now, it could ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Vintage Kitchen French Provincial Stoneware Pottery Betschdorf Set of 3
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This set of 3 Jars is in sandstone, in grey and blue colors. It has been done in the east of France.
Betschdorf Pots.
The datation is 20th century.
Diam...
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Sandstone
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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Antique 1920s French Cast Iron Pedestal Bistro Table Stand
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1920s Antique French Cast Iron Pedestal Bistro Table Stand.
Beautiful quality bistro table pedestal from France, made from heavy cast iron suppor...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Vintage Fireplace Tools in Brass Metal Plated with Duck Heads
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Fireplace tools in brass metal plated color with duck Mallard heads, circa 1980.
Vintage fireplace tools in brass lacquered with duck heads, French style.
Five-pieces, firepl...
Category
Late 20th Century French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Freestanding Vintage Garden Wrought Iron Planter with Five Movable Pot Holders
Located in New York, NY
Unusual freestanding wrought iron plant stand having a bench like back with five ring form pot holders, which fit into the horizontal rails, as shown. The pot holders are movable and...
Category
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought 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
1920s Antique French Cast Iron Bistro Table Stand a Pair
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1920s Antique French Cast Iron Pedestal Bistro Table Stand.
Beautiful quality bistro table pedestals from France, made from heavy cast iron suppo...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Pair of French Gray Painted Cast Iron Garden Urns
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of French gray-painted cast iron garden urns circa 1910. They feature an unusual, whimsical shape, beautifully decorative rims and a rich patina. Sold together and priced $4,400...
Category
1910s French Vintage French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Traditional Anduze French Modern Ivory Glazed Ceramic Jardinière Urn Planter 21"
Located in Dayton, OH
Anduze, located in the South of France, is renowned for its pottery and has a rich history of ceramic craftsmanship. The pottery of the Madeleine, where your pot was hand-made, is kn...
Category
Late 20th Century French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Concrete Duck and Ducklings Garden Ornament, French 20th Century
Located in South Salem, NY
Capture the enchantment of a vintage French garden with this charming duck family ornament. Crafted from durable concrete, it stands as a testament to both artistry and timelessness....
Category
1960s French Vintage French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Vintage French Modern Brown Glazed Ceramic Jardinière Urn Planter Medallion 17"
Located in Dayton, OH
A lovely French clay fired pot in brown glaze with wreath detail and medallion along each side. The raised medallion features a bush in a pot. The beautiful glaze has varying shade...
Category
Late 20th Century French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Outdoor Hand Forged Wrought-Iron Chairs French Provincial Style
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Hand forged wrought-Iron Outdoor French Provincial Chairs.
Handcrafted pair of wrought iron garden or patio chairs.
A wonderful take on Classic outdoor...
Category
Late 20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
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...
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought 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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Gold Towel Ring Rack with Basket of Flowers Motif
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A vintage gold metal flower basket towel ring. A great piece of hardware for a vintage bathroom. This piece features a bouquet of flowers with a round...
Category
20th Century American French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Vintage French Architectural Wood Crafted Dual Columned Free Standing Archway
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage French Style Architectural Wood Crafted Dual Columned Free Standing Archway
This Vintage French Style Architectural Wood Crafted Dual Columned Free-Standing Archway has a S...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood, Paint
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...
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Pottery, Terracotta
1920s Antique French Cast Iron Pedestal Bistro Table Stand
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1920s Antique French Cast Iron Pedestal Bistro Table Stand.
Beautiful quality bistro table pedestal from France, made from heavy cast iron suppor...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
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
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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