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French Provincial Candlesticks

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, 17/ 18th Century Hand Forged Iron Candleholder
Located in Buisson, FR
Very old and beautiful hand forged iron candleholder. France, circa 1650-1750. Weathered.
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17th Century French Antique French Provincial Candlesticks

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Iron

Collection of 18th-19th Century French Pewter Candleholders
Located in Buisson, FR
Amazing collection of five pewter candlesticks. They are all different and unique, France, circa 1750-1850. Weathered, dented and small losses but these imperfections help authentica...
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Candlesticks

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Pewter

French, 18th Century, Hand Forged Iron Rat De Cave Candleholder
Located in Buisson, FR
Wrought iron rat de cave candleholder, Normandie, France, 18th century. Weathered.
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Candlesticks

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Iron

Pair of 3 Silver plated brass Candlesticks inlaid Mother of Pearl 1970 France
Located in Antwerpen, BE
This exquisite set of three silver-plated brass candlesticks, crafted in France circa 1970, is a true testament to the beauty of mid-20th-century craftsmanship. The combination of si...
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1970s French Vintage French Provincial Candlesticks

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Brass

French, 18th Century, Hand Forged Iron Rat De Cave Candleholder
Located in Buisson, FR
Wrought iron rat de cave candleholder, Normandie, France, 18th century. Weathered. H:22cm W:14cm D:16cm
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Candlesticks

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Iron

Collection of 18th-19th Century French Pewter Candleholders
Located in Buisson, FR
Amazing collection of five pewter candlesticks. They are all different and unique, France, circa 1750-1850. Weathered, dented and small losses but these imperfections help authentica...
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Early 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Candlesticks

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Pewter

French, 18th Century, Hand Forged Iron Rat De Cave Candleholder
Located in Buisson, FR
Wrought iron rat de cave candleholder, Normandie, France, 18th century. Weathered. H:30cm W:18,5cm D:19cm
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Candlesticks

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Iron

Large French 17th Century Hand Forged Iron Candleholder
Located in Buisson, FR
Wonderful hand forged Iron candleholder in Gothic style. Although the Gothic period was already over this style stayed popular for a long time in the French country side. Very beaut...
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17th Century French Antique French Provincial Candlesticks

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Iron

French 18th Century Hand Forged Iron Candleholder
Located in Buisson, FR
Very old and beautiful hand forged iron candleholder. Amazing period piece with a very pure and rustic design. Despite of its high age this candleholder is still very strong. France...
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Candlesticks

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Iron

French, 18th Century, Hand Forged Iron Rat De Cave Candleholder
Located in Buisson, FR
Wrought iron rat de cave candleholder, Normandie, France, 18th century. Weathered. H:24cm W:13cm D:12cm
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Candlesticks

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Iron

2 Maitland Smith French Marble & Bronze Candlesticks Candelabras Candle Holders
Located in Dayton, OH
A large pair of Maitland Smith candlesticks, circa last quarter 20th century. Features French styling with exceptional craftmanship. Each candle holder is made from bronze with a seven light candelabra along the top over a central Grecian column with tessellated marble, foliate and acanthus motif. The candle stick is mounted on tripod with downswept legs over a layer tri-form plinth vase...
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Late 20th Century French Provincial Candlesticks

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Marble, Bronze

Handmade Olive Branch Candle Holder from Provence
Located in New York, NY
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this Olive Branch Candle Holder is a testament to the exquisite artisanship of Provence, France. Each piece, handmade, embodies the seren...
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21st Century and Contemporary French French Provincial Candlesticks

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Metal

Handmade Olive Branch with Roots Candle Holder from Provence
Located in New York, NY
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this Olive Branch with Roots Candle Holder is a testament to the exquisite artisanship of Provence, France. Measuring 8 inches in length ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French French Provincial Candlesticks

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Metal

French, Couple early 20th Century, Forged Iron Rat De Cave Candleholders
Located in Buisson, FR
Wonderful and rare couple of forged iron rat de cave candle holders, Normandie, France, early 20th century. Weathered but good condition. H:17-18cm W:10-11cm D:10cm
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Candlesticks

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Iron

Antique Silver plated France church candle sticks 1850s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice pair of Silver Plated Church candle sticks .France 1850s Triangle shaped base . with Three saints Jesus Maria and Josef.. normal wear ...
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1850s French Antique French Provincial Candlesticks

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Silver Plate

Collection of 18th-19th Century French Pewter Candleholders
Located in Buisson, FR
Amazing collection of five pewter candlesticks. They are all different and unique, France, circa 1750-1850. Weathered, dented and small losses but these imperfections help authenti...
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Early 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Candlesticks

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Pewter

19th Century French Pair of Antique Pinewood Candle Holders
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique French pair of early 19th Century candle holders on tripod base, carved out of Pinewood with acanthus leaf décor. Original polychrome silver gold patina, in good condition...
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Early 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Candlesticks

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Metal

Collection of 18th-19th Century French Pewter Candleholders
Located in Buisson, FR
Amazing collection of five pewter candlesticks. They are all different and unique, France, circa 1750-1850. Weathered, dented and small losses but these imperfections help authenti...
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Early 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Candlesticks

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Pewter

Vine Root Candleholder, French Mid-Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
French vine wood candle stick The candle holders are in bamboo 20th Mid-century Good condition. Shipping: L 23/P 15/H 43 cm 1.8 kg.
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1960s French Vintage French Provincial Candlesticks

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Fruitwood

French 17/18th Century Hand Forged Iron Candleholder
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful hand forged Iron candleholder in Gothic style. Although the Gothic period was already over this style stayed popular for a long time in the French country side. Very beautiful detailed with French Fleur de lyse...
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17th Century French Antique French Provincial Candlesticks

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Iron

Early 20th French Faience of Desvres Candlestick, a Pair
Located in Winter Park, FL
An early 20th pair of French Faience Candlestick with the Rouen Decor, from the faiencerie of Desvres, signed on bottom Mosanic. Note : one chip on the top. See last picture. Dimen...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Candlesticks

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Faience

French Pair of 17th Century Hand-Forged Iron Candleholders
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful pair of 17th century hand forged iron candleholders, France, circa 1650. Weathered with great patine more photo's available on request.
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17th Century French Antique French Provincial Candlesticks

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Iron

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French Provincial candlesticks for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique French Provincial candlesticks for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage candlesticks created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, lighting, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used French Provincial candlesticks 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 candlesticks differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $190 and tops out at $4,341 while the average work can sell for $724.

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