French Provincial 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
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 Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Artisan Large-Scale Bunch of Alabaster Grapes
Located in Houston, TX
Artisan large-scale bunch of alabaster grapes from Italy. Three slightly different colored bunches available (see last two images). Sold individually priced $850 each.
Category
2010s Italian French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Alabaster
Artisan Large-Scale Bunch of Alabaster Grapes
Located in Houston, TX
Artisan large-scale bunch of alabaster grapes from Italy. Three slightly different colored bunches available (see last two images). Sold individually priced $850 each.
Category
2010s Italian French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Alabaster
Artisan Large-Scale Bunch of Alabaster Grapes
Located in Houston, TX
Artisan large-scale bunch of alabaster grapes from Italy. Three slightly different colored bunches available (see last two images). Sold individually priced $850 each.
Category
2010s Italian French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Alabaster
SMALL Antique French Cast Iron Cemetery Cross Crucifix Child Angel Garden Chapel
Located in Shreveport, LA
SMALL Antique French Cast Iron Cemetery Cross Crucifix Child Angel Garden Chapel.
Direct from France, a beautiful antique French cast-iron cemetery cross, in a SMALL SIZE with fabul...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Iron
19th-century French School terracotta bust
Located in Long Island City, NY
19th-century French School terracotta bust on a red marble base.
Dimensions: 25"H ( Overall ) 19"H x 17"W x 9"D
Period: 20th Century
Condition: Good condition. Wear consistent wit...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Terracotta Majolica Bulldog Bavent Normandy
By Bavent
Located in Austin, TX
Terracotta bulldog from Bavent (Normandy), circa 1900.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
DANIEL BREVETE Paris Antique Cast Iron Beetle Boot Jack
Located in Charlotte, NC
An antique French boot jack by Daniel Brevete. Solid cast iron, black in color, in the shape of a beetle. A collectible object of art, originally designed to assist with the removal ...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Iron
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 Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
A carved wooden egg - 1950s - France.
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A carved wooden egg, likely made in the 1950s in France. This type of object was popular at the time and is often considered a beautiful decorative item. Carved eggs were often craft...
Category
1950s French Vintage French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Wood
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 Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
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 Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
French Terracotta Majolica Dog Normandy Circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
French Terra Cotta Majolica Dog Normandy Circa 1900.
decorated with Cornflowers called Barbeaux in France.
in the style and period of Emile Galle.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
French Terra Cotta Majolica Cat Normandy Circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
French Terracotta Majolica Cat Normandy Circa 1900.
decorated with Cornflowers called Barbeaux in France.
in the style and period of Emile Galle.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
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.
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Wood
French Terracotta Majolica Dog Normandy Circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
French Terra Cotta Majolica Dog Normandy Circa 1900.
decorated with Cornflowers called Barbeaux in France.
in the style and period of Emile Galle.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Early 19th Century French Wooden Sculpture of a Young Child
Located in High Point, NC
The gentle features and tender detail of this antique wooden sculpture of a young child remain fresh despite the marks of time. Made in France...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Wood
French, 17/18th Century, Hand Forged Iron Village Cross
Located in Buisson, FR
Unique hand forged iron cross that once stood in the centre of a Provençal village.
France, circa 1650-1750. Weathered.
Measurement is with the wooden base.
Category
17th Century French Antique French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Iron
French Carved Stone Putti and Pan Garden Statues, a Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of French carved stone Putti and Pan garden statues. See our collection of garden statues featuring Pan and Putti in our inventory.
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Stone
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 Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Antique French Cast Iron Scale
Located in High Point, NC
This cast iron scale was made in France, circa 1900. A ubiquitous classic in the home or the market, scales of these dimensions were commonly used to weig...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Iron
Antique French Cast Iron Scale
Located in High Point, NC
This cast iron scale was made in France, circa 1900. A ubiquitous classic in the home or the market, scales of these dimensions were commonly used to weig...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Iron
Mid 19th Century Animalier Bronze entitled "Deux Lapins" By Pierre-Jules Mêne
Located in London, GB
A delightful mid 19th Century Animalier bronze study of two rabbits on an oval base. The bronze exhibiting excellent hand chased surface detail and good rich colour, raised on natura...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
French Majolica Frog Pitcher Fives Lille, circa 1890
By Fives-Lille
Located in Austin, TX
Unusual Majolica frog pitcher wearing a red jacket signed Fives Lille, circa 1890.
Category
1890s French Antique French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
Early 20th Century Bronze Shot Putter Sculpture
Located in High Point, NC
Sport has pervaded art as a motif, and sculpture specifically, since ancient times. This take on the classical motif renders a distinctly 20th century French version. Cast in bronze,...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Vintage French Plaster Bust of Voltaire
Located in High Point, NC
A renowned literary figure and French icon, this plaster bust captures the likeness of Voltaire. With layers built up and revealed by time, the time touched appearance reflects a jou...
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
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 Sculptures
Materials
Tin
1900s French Tin Figurine
Located in High Point, NC
Resting for a moment of relief from strenuous agricultural work, this realist miniature captures the seasonal ritual of grape harvest. “Vendangeuse” or the grape picker, is a romanti...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Terracotta Majolica Frog Filmont Bavent Normandy
By Bavent
Located in Austin, TX
Terracotta Majolica frog Bavent Normandy.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
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 Sculptures
Materials
Wood
French Pair World War i Brass Thistle & Cross of Lorraine Shells Casing
Located in Labrit, Landes
Antique French pair of shell casings from the World War I
Very typical of this war because the freedom of Alsace and Lorraine was one of the many issues at stake in this confrontati...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Ours Polaire grande taille en bronze à patine brune Français de Pierre Chenet
By Chenet
Located in AIX-LES-BAINS, FR
Pierre Chenet était un sculpteur animalier français du XXe siècle. Ses sculptures de bronze d'animaux sont célèbres pour leur mouvement réaliste. Il utilise sa technique dite de " l...
Category
Early 2000s French French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Rare Terracotta Majolica Owl Filmont Bavent Normandy
By Bavent
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Terracotta Majolica Owl signed Filmont Bavent Normandy.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Eugène Blot, pair of small busts in terracotta
By Eugène Blot
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
Pair of small busts in terracotta by the French sculptor
Eugene Blot (Grandvillers 1830-1899). Signed on the base.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
19th Century French Provincial Carved Artists Model
Located in Middleburg, VA
19th Century French Provincial Carved Artists Model . Made of Beech with a rich color and deep patination. Articulated joints and mounted on a cust...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Beech
Cochon en Bronze à patine brune de Pierre Chenet France
By Chenet
Located in AIX-LES-BAINS, FR
Pierre Chenet était un sculpteur animalier français du XXe siècle. Ses sculptures de bronze d'animaux sont célèbres pour leur mouvement réaliste. Il utilise sa technique dite de " l...
Category
Early 2000s French French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Antique French Carved Wood Polychrome Figure
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Hutton-Clarke Antiques is delighted to present an exquisite Antique Carved Walnut Polychrome Figure of Saint Madeleine. This beautiful piece, bearing the likeness of Saint Madeleine ...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Fruitwood
19thc French Marble Alabaster Hand Carved Statue
Located in Pasadena, CA
19thc Hand carved marble alabaster figural woman statue holding up a vase/canister bare foot in traditional working garments. Heavy base. Heavy item.
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Marble
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 Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Midcentury French Style Painted Triple Balloon Form Birdcage / Birdhouse
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is such an interesting birdcage! I have never had this one. It is actually usable, and I have attempted to clean it. All three of the tops lift off. They have small hinges and h...
Category
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Wire
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 Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
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 Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
After Georges-Denys Dutheil, Vietnamese Men, 2
Located in New York, NY
After the original sculptures by George-Denys Dutheil (French, 1888-1962) "Jeune Homme Vietnamien" (1958) and "Jeune Homme Vietnamien Lisant" (1958) in bronzed chalkware. 8.25" H x ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Antique French Cast Iron Faux Bois Crucifix Cross, 19th Century
Located in Sheridan, CO
French cast iron cross, 19th century. This faux bois iron cross features trailing foliates, centering Corpus Christi, over reeds.
Dimension...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Wrought Iron
Royal Dux Bohemia Porcelain Equestrian Huntsman Fox Hunt Horse Dog Sculpture 20"
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, ri...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Continental Majolica Pottery Figure of a Lady and Bird, 19th Century
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Continental 19th century majolica pottery figure of a lady and bird
Additional information:
Materials: Pottery
Color: Blue
Period: 19th century
Styles: Figurative
Item Type: Vin...
Category
19th Century Antique French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Pottery
Set of 11 Brass and Copper Pétanque French Boules or Italian Bocce Balls
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A game in which the objective is to throw or roll heavy balls (called boules in France, and "bocce" in Italy) as close as possible to a small target ball. Early 1900s, great accents,...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Copper
Terracotta Majolica Pigeon Bavent Normandy
By Bavent
Located in Austin, TX
Terracotta Majolica Pigeon Bavent Normandy.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Houdin Busts of Happy Baby and Crying Baby, a Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cute pair of mini busts of babies with crying and laughing faces by Houdin. These are small in scale and made with plaster. Very rare to have the pair.
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
Rare Large Terracotta Majolica Pig Bavent Normandy
By Bavent
Located in Austin, TX
Rare large Terracotta Majolica Pig Bavent Normandy.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Terracotta Majolica Dog Bavent Normandy
By Bavent
Located in Austin, TX
Terracotta dog from Bavent (Normandy), circa 1900.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Pair of 18th Century Carved Fragment on Stands
Located in Vista, CA
Pair of 18th century carved fragment on stands
Wood Carved Gilt scroll acanthus leaf architectural ornamentation mounted on wood and granite stone stands.
Category
18th Century French Antique French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Giltwood
Terracotta Majolica Bulldog Bavent Normandy
By Bavent
Located in Austin, TX
Terracotta bulldog from Bavent (Normandy), circa 1900.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Antique French Bronze Decorative Fireplace Andirons
Located in Malibu, CA
19th C Bronze fireplace decor with acanthus leaves urn.
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Terracotta Majolica Bulldog Bavent Filmont, circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Terracotta bulldog Bavent Filmont, circa 1900.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
French Pair of World War I Brass Heron Engraved Shells Casing Trench Artillery
Located in Labrit, Landes
Antique French pair of shell casings from the World War I.
Trench Artillery
Brass engraved representing a heron in a pond surrounded by rushes on each c...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Bretton Carved Oak Decorative Pediment, Over Door
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Bretton carved oak decorative pediment, over door
A lovely carved oak Pediment from an item of French Furniture
This piece is very much in the Brett...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Oak
French Pair of World War I Brass Engraved Shell Casings Trench Artillery, French
Located in Labrit, Landes
Antique French pair of shell casings from the World War I vases.
Trench Artillery
Brass engraved representing on each casing.
This pair can also also be used as vases.
Good condi...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Sculptures
Materials
Brass
French Provincial sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique French Provincial sculptures 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 sculptures created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, building and garden elements, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with cast stone, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used French Provincial sculptures made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy 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 sculptures differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $250 and tops out at $125,000 while the average work can sell for $1,480.