French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
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
Salviati Murano Glass 17th Century Figurine Figure Man Gold Leaf Cranberry Italy
By Salviati
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This beautifully detailed Murano glass figurine by Salviati, bearing its original manufacturer label, is a captivating revival of 17th-century classical style, crafted in Italy circa...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
A large porcelain sculpture of a couple kissing by the sea by Royal Copenhagen
Located in Houston, TX
An insanely romantic large porcelain sculpture of a couple kissing by the sea called “The Kiss” #1132. Designed by Theodor Lundberg and made by Royal Copenhagen in Denmark. In very g...
Category
1950s European Vintage French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Saint Nicholas of Bari Handcarved Sculpture with Gold Leaf, France, 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
French carving depicting Saint Nicholas of Bari. It is handcrafted in carved wood and polychromed in gold leaf. France, 19th century.
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Antique Auguste Moreau French Bronze Seated Young Woman Sculpture Paris
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique bronze sculpture with beautiful patina, mounted on a black marble base, portraying the seated figure of a young woman in pastoral garb with flowers in her lap, designed by A....
Category
Early 20th Century French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Bronze Boy Fishing After Friedrich Goldscheider Sculpture Figurine 13"
Located in Dayton, OH
The Boy Fishing Bronze Statue is designed after a figure by by Austrian sculptor and potter Friedrich Goldscheider. It depicts a young boy fishing ...
Category
1980s Vintage French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Antique French Georges Maxim La Bonne Recolte Good Harvest Spelter Figurine 13"
By George Maxim
Located in Dayton, OH
Early 20th century spelter bronze figurine / sculpture titled "La Bonne Recolte" (The Good Harvest) by Georges Maxim (1885-1940). Depicts a young male figure in the dress of a French Provincial peasant, walking on a rocky plinth, carrying a basket of potatoes. Brass plaque reading "La Bonne Recolte Par Geo...
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Early 20th Century French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Spelter
French 19th Century Copper Watering Can
Located in Buisson, FR
Stunning copper watering can with great green patina, France, circa 1850-1900. Weathered and small losses.
Great to use as a decorative object in or outside. Might have leaks.
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Copper
Royal Dux Czech Porcelain Equestrian Huntsman Fox Hunt Horse Hound Dog Sculpture
Located in Dayton, OH
Large vintage Royal Dux Czech porcelain fox hunt sculpture showing an 18th century colonial huntsman, carrying a French horn and wearing a sword, rid...
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Mid-20th Century French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Joseph Landais Palissy Majolica Palissy Fish Platter
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Joseph Landais French Palissy Majolica wall platter which features a pike, various other fish and an eel. Blue decorative border around edges. Coloration: cream, blue, brown, are pre...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Earthenware
Small Antique Farm Girl Figure, French, Bronze, Statuette, Provincial, C.1920
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique farm girl figure. A French, bronze statuette, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.
Charming little figure, with great colour and detail
Displays a ...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Basque “Peasant” Creche Figures Papier Mache
Located in Doylestown, PA
A pair of paper mache crèche figurines depicting Basque peasants in period costume, the man dancing with a tambourine and the woman with an apron.
Category
Early 20th Century French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Composition
Gold Leaf Crown Sculpture Fragment on Thick Lucite Base, 19th Century
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
This rare 19th Century French gilt wood and rope fragment is a captivating piece of history as well as a striking standalone decorative accent. This unique sculpture features organic...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Rope, Lucite, Wood
French Painted Wood 19th Century Mannequin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French painted wood 19th Century mannequin. Lovely hand painted details and eyes. Very rare display item.
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Grande Maison HB Quimper French Faïence Breton Figural Knife Rests, Set of Eight
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A scarce set of eight Porte Couteau, or knife rests, each signed HB Quimper, Grande Maison, de la Hubaudière or the HB factory. “H” for Hubaudière, the f...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Earthenware
Henri Lechesne "Heron and Monkey" Patinated Bronze
Located in Astoria, NY
After Henri Lechesne (French, active 1869-1878) "Heron and Monkey" Patinated Bronze Sculpture, late 19th century, depicting a monkey riding a stork on a rounded rectangular base cast...
Category
Early 19th Century Antique French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
French 19th Century Patinated Bronze Statue of Diana the Huntress by Jean-Antoin
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Spectacular French 19th century bronze statue of Diana the Huntress, signed by HOUDON. This wonderful statue is raised by a circular moulded bronze base. The nude Diana is absolutely...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
A large porcelain sculpture of a couple kissing by the sea by Royal Copenhagen
Located in Houston, TX
An insanely romantic large porcelain sculpture of a couple kissing by the sea called “The Kiss” #1132. Designed by Theodor Lundberg and made by Royal Copenhagen in Denmark. In very g...
Category
1950s European Vintage French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Two Pieces of Hand Hammered Copper Fruit
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Set of two pieces of fruit, a gourd, a pear (SOLD), and an apple crafted in hand hammered copper with an alluring natural patina. Priced individually.
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Measures:...
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20th Century French French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Copper
Carved Stone Statue of Saint Anne and Child Mary
Located in Vista, CA
Carved stone statue of Saint Anne and child Mary.
Category
Early 20th Century French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Earthenware bust of a Bigoudène woman, by H. Porson – 1920/1930
Located in HÉRIC, FR
Polychrome earthenware bust of Nantes sculptor Henriette Porson (1874–1963), created by the iconic HB factory, depicting a Bigouden grandmother.
The subject wears the traditional dr...
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
French Cast Stone Pan and Putti Musician Sculptures, a Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pair of French cast stone Pan and Putti musician sculptures. We have two pairs available in stock.
Category
1950s French Vintage French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Pair of Monumental Figures of a Duke & Duchess
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of French (19th Cent) white painted monumental figures of a Duke & Duchess on square bases. (att. to be patron saints of a provincial French town & used in an annual parade)
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Auguste Carrier "Musicians" Patinated Bronze, Pair
Located in Astoria, NY
Auguste-Joseph Carrier (French, 1800-1875) "Musicians" Pair of Patinated Bronze Figures, late 19th century, depicted as male and female traveling musicians, signed to base of male fi...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Antique Bronze Guillaume Coustou Marly Horses Statues as Seen the Louvre
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of Guillaume Coustou bronze “Marly Horse” statues as seen in The Louvre Paris
These are a very good looking and nicely executed pair, they are in solid bronze and have been wonderfully sculpted
The original Marly Horses are two 1743–1745 Carrara marble sculpted groups by Guillaume Coustou, showing two rearing horses with their groom. They were commissioned by Louis XV of France for the trough at the entrance to the grounds of his château de Marly.
Coustou's last works, they were intended to replace two other sculpted groups, Mercury on Pegasus and Pegasus, Renown of Horses, both by Antoine Coysevox...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Aime Jules Dalou bronze sculpture
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Aime Jules Dalou bronze sculpture
Realistic style bronze sculpture
Circa 1900 Origin France
Beautiful bronze sculpture called the great farmer lumberj...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
French Terracotta Figural Group of Cherub with Dove
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th Century French Terracotta Figural Group of Cherub With Dove. Winged cherub is in sitting position with delicate features and a serene expression. Cherubs arms are outstretched t...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Eugene Aizelin "Pandora" Patinated Bronze
Located in Astoria, NY
Eugene-Antoine Aizelin (French, 1821-1902) "Pandora", Patinated Bronze Scupture, Stamped F. Barbidienne Fondeur, late 19th century, the female figure clutching a box, seated on a ped...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
19th Century French Bronze Woman With Lyre Sculpture
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th Century French Bronze Woman sitting with her lyre instrument by her side. She is in a sitting position with one hand under her chin as if musing over something. She is elegantly...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
French 1920's Parisian Metal Iron Crown Sculpture
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
French Metal Iron Crown Architectural Fragment Sculpture, Paris 1920's
Remarkable and unique best describe this solid crown made of iron. This substantial sculpture was found in a ...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Iron
19th Century French Bronze Woman With Flowers Sculpture
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th Century French Bronze Woman with flowing garments amid flowers and an urn. Flowers often represented beauty, life and the passage of time while urns are traditional symbols of m...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
C19th French Bronze figure of a Gentleman
By P. Stotz
Located in Dereham, GB
C19th French Bronze figure of a Gentleman
Sitting on a stool in deep thought
very good quality casting good detail
C19th Rococo Shaped stool
Red Platform marble base, on top of
curv...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Jean-Baptiste Clesinger "Sappho" Patinated Bronze
Located in Astoria, NY
Jean-Baptiste Auguste Clesinger (French, 1814-1883) "Sappho" Patinated Bronze Sculpture, the standing figure holding a lyre, on a circular base, signed. 29" H x 7" W x 7" D.
Category
Late 19th Century Antique French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Bronze Sculpture Of A Young Woman Peasant
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a bronze Sculpture of a Woman Water Bearer. It depicts a patinated bronze sculpture of a barefoot young woman peasant carrying a wood stick at the back of her neck. The sculp...
Category
20th Century Unknown French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Painted French Female Statue by Josepha Parisian Madam Dancer
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Wonderful painted French statue of a Parisian madam by the artist Josepha
The piece is entitled 'Una Dimanche' and comes with a certificate of authenticity
Piece is numbered 5 out o...
Category
1950s Vintage French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
French religious carving - Wooden Saint - 1960s
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
Saint Statuette – Mid-20th Century
Charming religious statuette carved in fir wood, dating from the mid-20th century. Dark stain highlights the natural grain of the wood as well as ...
Category
1960s French Vintage French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Pair of Terracotta Artichoke Garnitures
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Italian glazed terracotta artichoke garnitures with classical form, alluring variegated color, and time worn finish.
Category
Early 20th Century Italian French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
19th-c. French Bronze Woman Leaning on Column
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th century French bronze woman leaning on column with embossed foundry stamp.
Category
19th Century Unknown Antique French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Salviati Murano Glass 17th Century Figurine Figure Man Gold Leaf Cranberry Italy
By Salviati
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This beautifully detailed Murano glass figurine by Salviati, bearing its original manufacturer label, is a captivating revival of 17th-century classical style, crafted in Italy circa...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
19th Century French Provincial Hand Painted Terracotta Woman Bust Sculpture
Located in Dallas, TX
This beautiful bust would make any wall interesting and unique, adding a touch of feminine, old-world charm. Crafted in southern France circa 1880, the large antique wall-hanging statue...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
French Gilded Gold Fleur-de-Lis Sculpture Object
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Classic gold Fleur-de-Lis sculpture that has been gilded. The fleur-de-lis is based on the shape of a lily. Traditionally, it has been used to represent French royalty, and in that s...
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Gold
A Pair of 19th Century Brass Candle Sticks with Dancing Cherubs
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Pair of 19th Century Brass Candle Sticks with Dancing Cherubs
The Candle sticks are decorative and are decorated with dancing cherubs, one has a tambourine
The Candle sticks a...
Category
19th Century Antique French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
LALOUETTE Auguste Louis (French 1826 - 1883) "Children Couple" Bronze Sculptures
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, AR
Beautiful figures made in bronze that represent a couple of children, in what looks like a country scene. The proportions and details that define the figures is impressive.
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
French 20th Century Mannequin
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Fabulous French 20th century tailor's mannequin.
With adjustable height and metal skirt. It has a brass stamp on the base and a paper stamp on the...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Hand Carved Bronze Sculpture "Playing Boy", France, 20th Century.
Located in Madrid, ES
Sculpture of a boy playing, made of solid hand-carved bronze with a black patina and a circular green marble base. France, 20th century.
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Antique Terra Cotta Chalk-Painted Statue, Art Nouveau Period
Located in Dallas, TX
"Le Provencal Garcon"
Terra cotta painted statue is a whimsical depiction of a well-dressed young lad who is obviously amused. The method used to embellish it was "chalk painting"...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
1900s French Tin Figurine
Located in High Point, NC
This metal figure was made in France at the turn of the 20th century. Depicting a youthful figure in motion, holding a bird aloft, the miniature sculpture recalls the classical motif...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Tin
French Bronze Mandolin Player by Paul Mengin Art Nouveau Maiden Figurine 1890
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing a gorgeous French antique bronze figurine
Shows a young female mandolin player in rest mode
Superb casting, look at details li...
Category
1980s Vintage French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Saint Nicholas of Bari Handcarved Sculpture with Gold Leaf, France, 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
French carving depicting Saint Nicholas of Bari. It is handcrafted in carved wood and polychromed in gold leaf. France, 19th century.
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Early 20th Century Pair of Bronze Representing Young Woman by Jean Baffier
Located in Marseille, FR
Bronze and tin dated 1911 by Jean Baffier recognized for his work on the peasantry Berrichonne. This pair of empty pockets (differences in the headdresses...
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze, Tin
French Provincial figurative sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique French Provincial figurative sculptures 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 figurative sculptures created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, building and garden elements, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used French Provincial figurative sculptures 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 figurative sculptures, popular names associated with this style include Grande Maison HB Quimper, Guillaume Coustou, Joseph Landais, and Auguste Moreau. 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 figurative sculptures differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $401 and tops out at $125,000 while the average work can sell for $1,500.