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French Provincial Decorative Objects

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
Rattan Italian Basket Fruit Bowl Centerpiece, 1970s
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Title: French Handcrafted Wicker Fruit Basket on Pedestal, 1970s Description: This beautifully handcrafted fruit basket, made in France in the 1970s, combines timeless elegance with...
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1970s Italian Vintage French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Rattan

Moustiers Pair French Faience Figural Mounted Pottery Pot Pourri Vases
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very fine pair antique French Moustiers faience pot-pourri pottery lidded vases mounted with figures dating from the 19th century. This stunning pair of baluster shaped pedestal vases stand on a domed shape foot with narrow stem and shaped body with pierced scroll and leaf handles. Both have bonnet shaped pierced covers one mounted with a seated lady holding a bird cage while the other is mounted with a seated man holding a bird. The vases are hand painted with panels containing classical figures playing a game to one side and with a man with a bow...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Pottery

Parisian Medici Marble Vase Medium
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Parisian Marble Chemist Pot Sourced from Paris, France by Martyn Lawrence Bullard Suitable for planters, or vases
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21st Century and Contemporary French French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Belgian Black Marble

Marc Mongin Gold Leaf Framed Oil on Linen French Landscape Painting, Dated 1919
By Marc Mongin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Found in France, an oil on linen landscape painting, mounted in a wide, gold-leafed wood frame, signed and dated 1919. Painted by the French artist Marc Mongin, the scene is typic...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Linen, Giltwood

Large French Rectangular Painted Wood Gilt Art Frame
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
As found in the Provence region this wooden painted rectangular frame has fantastic gilt. Add some vintage charm to your favorite water color, print of oil painting with this attract...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Wood, Paint

Antique French Provincial Tian Bowl – Light Yellow Glaze, Early 19th Century
Located in Milano, IT
This Antique French Provincial Tian bowl, dating back to the early 19th century and found in Provence, France, showcases a beautiful light yellow glaze with ...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Sculpture Cochon en bronze de Pierre Chenet France Circa 2000
Located in London, England
Pierre Chenet, maître fondeur français, a su se faire une place de choix dans le monde de la sculpture en bronze grâce à ses créations audacieuses et emblématiques. Parmi celles-ci, ...
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Early 2000s French French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Bronze

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...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

French Limoges Small Hand Painted Floral Trinket Box
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Charming Limoges hand-painted trinket box featuring a floral design in ochre or rust color. The underside of the box is marked Limoges France. This piece would certainly make a wonde...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Porcelain, Paint

Large antique french urn, beautiful rustic patina.
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ceramic urn with nice antique patina due to age and use. France mid1900s. Signs of age, use and a few dents. Perfect for large branches and flowers. No cracks, holds water when tes...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Terracotta Majolica Dog Bavent Normandy
Located in Austin, TX
Terracotta dog from Bavent (Normandy), circa 1900.
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Terracotta

18th-19th Century, French Limestone Mortar
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful and rare limestone mortar, France, circa 1750-1850. Great eyecatcher. Weathered and but in a good condition.
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Limestone

Rare French Majolica Poodle Keller & Guerin Pitcher Saint Clement, Circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Rare French Majolica black poodle signed Keller & Guerin Pitcher Saint Clement, Circa 1900. Measure: Height / 12 inches.    
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

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 Decorative Objects

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Iron

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 Decorative Objects

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Spelter

French Blue and Yellow Faience Vase
Located in New York, NY
French blue and yellow faience vase. Moustiers vase in pale blue tin glaze with blue and yellow flowers, France, 19th century. Dimensions: 3" diameter ...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Faience

19th Century French Glazed Lustre Stoneware Jug Pitcher
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
This antique French pitcher dates from the Mid-19th Century. Charming jug standing alone as a statement piece or as a vase with fresh flowers inside. This pot would make a lovely add...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Pottery, Stoneware

Vintage Gold Giltwood Single-Arm Candle Sconces, a Pair
Located in Cordova, SC
Pair of giltwood wall sconces that appear to have been hand carved. All pieces are wooden aside from one nail in the back of each to secure the sconce to the backing and the metal pi...
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Early 20th Century Unknown French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Giltwood

Antique 19th Century French AD Mougin Gilt Bronze Mantel Garniture Clock & Urns
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique AD Mougin French figural garniture clock and mantel urns. Made of marble and bronze with gilt accents and neoclassical styling featuring a figural br...
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Late 19th Century Antique French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Marble, 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...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Terracotta

Majolica Cottage Money Bank Box, Circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica cottage Money Bank Box, Circa 1900.
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Vase Roger Capron en céramique French Riviera Vallauris France Circa 1950
Located in London, England
Ce mazagran en céramique de Roger Capron, réalisé à Vallauris dans les années 1950, est une véritable œuvre d’art qui incarne le style géométrique de l’époque. Ses motifs audacieux e...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

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.
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

English Country Trompe L'oeil Brass Cachepot or Planter
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous English country or French Provincial solid brass cachepot, planter, or vase with a trompe l'oeil rope USA, Late 20th Century Measures: 11.25"W x 9.25"D x 4.25"H. Good o...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Brass

Pr French Blue Stoppered Bottles with Gold Trim att. to Jean Baptiste Desvignes
Located in New York, NY
Stunning pair of stoppered bottles in french blue glass with decorative hand painted gold trim. Attributed to Jean-Baptiste Desvignes, circa early 19th C. made in France. Both bottle...
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Early 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Opaline Glass, Paint

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...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Brutalist Root Wood Vide Poche or Bowl 1960 France with Old Patina Riviera
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This is a French midcentury, dish, bowl, or Vide-Poche, free form, with it's old patina. This is coming from south of France, with it's French Rivieria accents. This was a time when ...
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1960s French Vintage French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Wood

French Terracotta Vase or Pot à Confit 12.5"High
Located in Winter Park, FL
An earthenware confit pot from the Southwest of France with traditional yellow glaze. Chips and losses to glaze. These ordinary earthenware vessels were once used daily in the French...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Terracotta

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 Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Large Antique French 19th Century Terracotta Cruche Bottle Jug
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Very large authentic 19th century glazed terracotta pitcher bottle jug originally used for containing water or olive oil. Beautifully aged and weathered with stunning glaze in warm h...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware, Terracotta

Large French Provincial Faience Hand Painted Flower, Butterfly, Dragonfly Box
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful, large French Provincial style faience covered box profusely decorated with vibrant bouquets of flowers against a marvelous craquelure background. The cover topped with fiv...
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20th Century French French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Faience

Large Decorative or Jewelry Box, in Wood, England, 19th Century Flowers Decor
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This large box is a jewelry box or a decorative box. It was made in the 19th century, in England, Period. Its lid is made in wood, red and brown in color.
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19th Century English Antique French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Brass

Terracotta Majolica Frog Filmont Bavent Normandy
Located in Austin, TX
Terracotta Majolica frog Bavent Normandy.
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

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 Decorative Objects

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Silver Plate

Rare Large Terracotta Majolica Pig Bavent Normandy
Located in Austin, TX
Rare large Terracotta Majolica Pig Bavent Normandy.
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Terracotta

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...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Large Decorative or Jewelry Box, in Wood, England, 20th Century Fruits Decor
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This large box is a jewelry box or a decorative box. It was made in the 20th century, in England, Period. Its lid is made in wood, Green and brown in color.
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20th Century English French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Brass

A Hand-Carved Wooden Catchall - France - 1950
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A beautiful hand-carved catchall made from a single piece of aged wood. The surface reveals expressive gouge marks and a rich, time-worn patina. Natural wear and old wormholes add ...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Fruitwood

French Majolica Palissy Monkey Vase, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica Palissy monkey vase, circa 1880. Dressed monkey with a bottle sitting on a basket.
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1880s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Monumental French Vineyard Grape Picker's Harvest Hotte Hod Tall Wooden Basket
Located in Forney, TX
A most impressive antique country French vineyard grape picker's hotte / hod / harvest backpack basket with beautifully aged warm rustic worn patina! Created in Provincial France in the mid-19th century, part of the traditional old world industrial winemaking process, this large wooden basket...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Iron

French Limoges Porcelain Oval Blue White Trinket Box
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Found in Paris, a charming porcelain floral oval trinket box painted in blue and white. This piece would certainly be a fantastic addition to an existing collection of these desirabl...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Gold, Brass

Antiques french Scale France 19th Wrought Iron and Brass Green and Gold Colors
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Antiques french Scale France 19th Wrought Iron and Brass Green and Gold Colors.
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Brass, Wrought Iron

Antique Leather Embossed Box, France, 1880
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice Leather embossed Antique box or small chest Great patine Cognac Color. Deposited with Brass Head Nails.
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1880s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Leather

Antique French Decorative Terracotta Pot
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This exquisite antique European terracotta urn is a testament to timeless craftsmanship, boasting a beautifully weathered patina and intricate etched detailing. Its classic rounded s...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Terracotta

Earthenware oven dish Decorative Dish With bees decoration Yellow Color
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Earthenware oven dish Decorative Dish With bees decoration Yellow Color 1960 France.
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1960s French Vintage French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Earthenware

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...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Brass

Ceramic Pot, or Bottle, Brown Color, France, circa 1960
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This Ceramic pot is in Ceramic. The decorative Patterns are flowers in ceramic. It has been done in South of France, circa 1970.
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1970s French Vintage French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Antique Marquetry Inlaid Faux Book Front “Hidden Storage” Box
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a truly unique antique box, not only does it have a faux book front. Fine inlay detail to the top - showcasing birds but it has a very cool hidden document storage...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Hardwood

Stoneware Pottery Pot or Vase with Amazing Glaze 20th Century Rustic
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This vase ot Pot was made in the 1960s in France by Les Potiers d'Accolay. Blue glaze on the inside and matte raw appearance on the outside, it has colorful geometric patterns on bot...
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20th Century French French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Stoneware

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 Decorative Objects

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Iron

French Limoges Heart Shaped Floral Trinket Box
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Charming Vintage Limoges heart trinket box hand-painted. The underside of the box is marked Limoges France. This piece would certainly make a...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Gold, Brass

Medium-Sized Provençal-Style Pottery Jar, Yellow Ochre Glaze, 20th with a Rope
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Medium-Sized Provençal-Style Pottery Jar, Yellow Ochre Glaze, 20th Century This charming medium-sized pottery jar, crafted in the 20th century, draws inspiration from traditional 19th-century Provençal pots. Its rustic and vintage design brings warmth and authenticity to any space, making it a versatile and decorative accent piece. Material and Finish: The jar features a beautiful yellow ochre glazed upper section, contrasted by a natural, unglazed pottery base. This combination of textures enhances its rustic appeal. Provençal Inspiration: Designed in the style of 19th-century French Provençal jars, this piece captures the timeless charm of traditional southern French pottery. Decorative Details: A hand-braided yellow cord wraps around the jar, adding a subtle decorative touch that complements the warm glaze. Versatility: Perfect for use in a kitchen...
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20th Century French French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Earthenware, Pottery

Majolica Clog with Flowers Edouard Gilles, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
Large Majolica clog with pink flowers signed Edouard Gilles, circa 1880.
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1880s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Large French Limoges Green Floral Round Box with Lid
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
As found in Paris, an impressive Limoges hand painted box with removable lid. The colors on this box are fantastic, featuring green, yellow and white. The underside of the box is ma...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Porcelain, Paint

Antique 19th Century French Provincial Salt Box
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique 19th century French provincial salt box.
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Wood

Glazed Terracotta Tajine Soup Tureen Early 20th Century Yellow Enameled Pottery
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Glazed Terracotta Tajine Soup Tureen – Early 20th Century – Yellow Enameled Pottery Description: This is a handmade terracotta tajine soup tureen, crafted likely in the early 20th century. It is a traditional serving piece for tajine or other warm dishes, composed of a lidded dome (cloche) and a matching base, both made from glazed earthenware. The glaze is a rich, warm yellow, giving the piece a vibrant and sunny appearance. A beautiful monogram is visible on the underside of the base, suggesting it was produced in an artisan workshop with attention to detail and craftsmanship. The handle atop the cloche allows for easy lifting, and the form of the piece is both practical and sculptural. Whether used for serving food or as a decorative accent, this object has strong aesthetic presence, ideal for interiors with a Mediterranean, rustic, or eclectic style. Key features: Early 20th-century glazed terracotta tajine tureen Yellow enameled finish with beautiful patina Composed of base + cloche + central handle Visible artisan monogram under the base Handmade with traditional techniques Decorative and functional A unique piece with strong ethnic and vintage charm Keywords: glazed tajine terracotta, yellow ceramic tajine, vintage Moroccan serving dish...
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1930s French Vintage French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Terracotta

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.
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Late 19th Century Antique French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Majolica Onnaing Book Money Bank Box, circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica money bank books made by Onnaing. The piece was crafted, circa 1900.
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

19th Century French Terracotta Pot à Confit 10.25"High
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century French earthenware pot à confit with traditional yellow glaze. Nice warm terracotta color. Good condition with hairline crack, minor chips and losses to glaze. These o...
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19th Century European Antique French Provincial Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

French Majolica Birds Fountain Massier circa 1910
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica fountain with birds signed Massier circa 1910.
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1910s French Vintage French Provincial Decorative Objects

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Majolica, Ceramic

French Provincial decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique French Provincial decorative objects 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 decorative objects created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used French Provincial decorative objects 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 decorative objects, popular names associated with this style include Limoges, Bavent, Fives-Lille, and Alfred Corneau. 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 decorative objects differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $51 and tops out at $125,000 while the average work can sell for $778.

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