French Majolica Oyster Plate Orchies, circa 1900
By Orchies
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica oyster plate Orchies, circa 1900.
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Ceramics
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
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.
French Majolica Oyster Plate Orchies, circa 1900
By Orchies
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica oyster plate Orchies, circa 1900.
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
Fish-shaped ceramic dish, France, 1970
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
A decorative ceramic dish depicting a stylized fish, typical of 1970s design. Its expressive shape and detailed reliefs, mimicking the fish's scales, fins, and lines, give it a graph...
Ceramic
$439Sale Price|54% Off
Antique French Green Glazed Terracotta Dairy Bowl / Tian, Provence, c. 1850
Located in Buisson, FR
Great piece of pottery from the Provence. Beautiful green color, France, circa 1850. Good but weathered condition.
Terracotta
French Majolica Oyster Plate Orchies, circa 1900
By Orchies
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica oyster plate Orchies, circa 1900.
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
Majolica Oyster Platter Longchamp, circa 1890
By Longchamp
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica 9 shells platter signed Longchamp, circa 1890. Reference / Page 142 "Collecting Oysters Plates" of J. B. Snyder.
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
French Vintage Stoneware Confit Crock
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
French Provincial 20th century off-white glazed stoneware double handled crock or storage jar. This charming vessel would bring farmhouse authenticity to the modern kitchen by its ru...
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware, Glass
French Majolica Oyster Plate Orchies, circa 1900
By Orchies
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica oyster plate Orchies, circa 1900.
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
French 19th Century Glazed Cream Bowl
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A lovely glazed terra cotta cream bowl from 19th century France. This earthen bowl, also known as a pancheon, was used to stand milk while the cream separates. The cream is then pour...
Ceramic, Clay, Pottery, Glass
$547Sale Price|49% Off
Antique French Green Glazed Ceramic Confit Jar, Circa 1850-1900
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful weathered confit jar with a gorgeous green glaze. With green glaze they are extremely rare. Confit jars were used primarily in the South of France for the preservation of m...
Ceramic
French 20th Century Glazed Cream Bowl
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A lovely glazed terra cotta cream bowl from early to mid-20th century France. This earthen bowl–also known as a pancheon–was used to stand milk while the cream separates, then the cr...
Terracotta, Glass
$511Sale Price|46% Off
French 19th Century Glazed Earthenware Walnut Oil Jug
Located in Buisson, FR
French walnut oil jug from the Southern part of France around Castelnaudary. An extremely rare large three-handled green-glazed earthenware storage vessel, with pouring spout. Almos...
Earthenware
Yellow Majolica Oyster Plate Longchamp, circa 1950
By Longchamp
Located in Austin, TX
Yellow Majolica oyster plate longchamp, circa 1950. 11 plates available.
Ceramic
19th Century French Blue & White Faience Dinner Plate Sarreguemines
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century French blue and white faience dinner plate signed "Francois" Sarreguemines.
Ceramic, Faience
Majolica Plate Birds with Grapes Sarreguemines, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica plate birds with grapes signed Sarreguemines, circa 1880.
Ceramic, Faience
Majolica Bunnies Family Plate Choisy le Roi, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
Lovely and charming French Majolica plate with rabbits family eaten cabbage signed Choisy le Roi, circa 1880. (Plates made for Higgins and Seiter Ne...
Ceramic, Faience
Rustic French Plate Saint Amand Circa 1920
By Saint Amand
Located in Austin, TX
Rustic French Plate signed Hamage Saint Amand Circa 1920.
Ceramic, Faience
Majolica Pansy Plate Choisy le Roi, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica Pansy Plate Choisy le Roi, circa 1880
Ceramic
Rare Majolica Frog Sitting on a Chair Jerome Massier, circa 1910
Located in Austin, TX
Rare unusual Majolica frog playing guitar sitting on a chair signed Jerome Massier, circa 1910.
Ceramic, Faience
Braided red ceramic bowl from Vallauris, France 1950s
By Roger Capron, Jerome Massier
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
Beautiful fruit bowl or centerpiece in braided enameled ceramic in the style of Jérôme Massier dating from the 1950s, produced in Vallauris, France. This bowl is covered with a very...
Ceramic
$354Sale Price|45% Off
19th Century French Green Glazed Earthenware Jug or Water Cruche
Located in Buisson, FR
Great authentic and rare piece of pottery from the Provence. Beautiful weathered and an amazing color. Imperfections help authenticate this water cruche as it was a utilitarian type...
Earthenware
French Vintage Stoneware Glazed Jar with Handles
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A French vintage glazed stoneware confit-type pot with two handles for balancing the weight. This utilitarian Provincial vessel would have been used to store and preserve foods (like...
Stoneware, Glass
Majolica Asparagus Plate Fives Lille, circa 1890
By Fives-Lille
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica asparagus plate attributed to Fives Lille, circa 1890.
Ceramic, Faience
Jean Picart Le Doux, huge ceramic dish, Sant-Vicens workshop, France c. 1950's
Located in leucate, FR
Huge ceramic dish from the Sant-Vicens pottery workshops in Perpignan (south of France). Drawing made by Jean Picart Le Doux. Black and green stylized bird on an intense blue back...
Ceramic
Jean Picart Le Doux, huge ceramic dish, Sant-Vicens workshop, France 1950s
Located in leucate, FR
Huge ceramic dish from the Sant-Vicens pottery workshops in Perpignan (south of France). Drawing made by Jean Picart Le Doux. Two white stylized bird on an intense red background. ...
Ceramic
$415Sale Price|50% Off
19th Century, French Green Glazed Terracotta Jug or Water Cruche
Located in Buisson, FR
Great authentic piece of pottery from the Provence. Unique and rare glaze. Beautiful weathered. Chips and imperfections help authenticate this water cruche as it was a utilitarian ty...
Terracotta
Sarreid French Ceramic Green White Decorative Urn Planter Centerpiece
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Fantastic ceramic urn with amazing glaze and patina. We see this piece filled with either fresh flowers or faux magnolia on a console, coffee or center hall table. Also a wonderful s...
Ceramic, Paint
Antique 19th Century French Provincial Honey Pot – Brown Glazed Petit Pottery
Located in IT
Add a touch of rustic elegance to your home with this Antique 19th Century French Provincial Honey Pot, featuring a stunning brown glaze and petite size. Handcrafted in France during...
Ceramic
19th Century French Blue & White Faience Dinner Plate Sarreguemines
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century French blue and white faience dinner plate signed "Francois" Sarreguemines.
Ceramic, Faience
Antique French Provincial Tian Bowl – Light Yellow Glaze, Early 19th Century
Located in 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 ...
Ceramic
$475Sale Price|33% Off
19th Century French Green Glazed Terracotta Jug or Water Cruche
Located in Buisson, FR
Great authentic and rare piece of pottery with a spout in handle from the Provence. Beautiful weathered and an amazing color. Imperfections help authenticate this water cruche as it ...
Terracotta
Majolica Bunnies Family Plate Choisy le Roi, circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Lovely and charming French Majolica plate with rabbits family eaten cabbage signed Choisy le Roi, circa 1880. (Plates made for Higgins and Seiter New York).
Ceramic, Faience
$390Sale Price|51% Off
19th Century, French Green/ Yellow Glazed Earthenware Jug or Water Cruche
Located in Buisson, FR
Great authentic piece of pottery from the Provence. Unique and rare glaze. Beautiful weathered. Chips and imperfections help authenticate this water cruche as it was a utilitarian ty...
Earthenware
$511Sale Price|52% Off
19th Century French Green Glazed Terracotta Dairy Bowl or Tian
Located in Buisson, FR
Great piece of pottery from the Provence. Beautiful green color. Amazing statement at your counter top . France, circa 1850. Good but weathered condition.
Terracotta
French Vintage Large Stoneware Pitcher
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A French vintage glazed stoneware pitcher of unprecedented scale, this utilitarian Provincial vessel would have been used to dispense cider, wine, or water. Glazed in a ruddy blend o...
Stoneware, Glass
$294Sale Price|42% Off
19th Century, French Glazed Earthenware Water Jug
Located in Buisson, FR
Great authentic and rare piece of pottery from the Provence. Beautiful weathered and an amazing color. Imperfections help authenticate this water cruche as it was an utilitarian type...
Earthenware
Majolica Bunnies Family Plate Choisy le Roi, circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Lovely and charming French Majolica plate with rabbits family signed Choisy le Roi, circa 1900. (Plates made for Higgins and Seiter New York).
Ceramic, Faience
French Green Glazed Terracotta Pottery Vase or Cache Pot
Located in Winter Park, FL
A terracotta earthenware pot from the Southwest of France with mottled green glaze. Minor chips and some rough unglazed patches. These ordinary earthenware vessels were once used dai...
Terracotta
$390Sale Price|53% Off
Antique Rouen Platter, Glazed Earthenware, France, Circa 1750
Located in Buisson, FR
Rare Rouen plate with beautiful blue decoration. France, circa 1750 Good condition.
Earthenware
Important vase by Les 2 Potiers, in lava stone with enamel glaze circa 1960.
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Important vase design by Les 2 potiers, Jacques Serre et Michelle Bargoin orignated from Auvergne in France. The vase is excusted in "Lave émaillée, lava stone with enamel glaze...
Lava
Iridescent Green Oval Ceramic Dish – France, 1970s
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Iridescent Oval Ceramic Dish – France, 1970s Description: This is an oval ceramic dish, slightly irregular in shape, made in France during the 1970s. The surface features a beautiful iridescent glaze that shifts gently with the light, giving the piece a refined and decorative presence. Its design allows for multiple uses – either as a table centerpiece, a serving dish, or simply as a decorative object in a modern or vintage-inspired interior. Main Features: Period: 1970s Origin: France Material: Ceramic Shape: Oval, slightly irregular Color: Iridescent glaze Function: Decorative platter or table service Usage & Style: A great piece for lovers of mid-century ceramics, French decorative arts, or organic handmade design. Pairs beautifully with rustic-modern or eclectic interiors, whether displayed on a console, open shelf, or dining table. Keywords: 1970s French ceramic dish, iridescent glaze platter, vintage oval plate...
Ceramic
Majolica Strawberries Plate Choisy le Roi, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica strawberries plate Choisy le Roi, circa 1880. 13 plates available.
Ceramic
$354Sale Price|56% Off
French 19th Century Glazed Folk Art Ceramic Platter/ Bowl Depicting Two Fish
Located in Buisson, FR
Wonderful glazed ceramic platter/ bowl depicting two fish. Great piece of folk art. France circa 1850-1900. Weathered
Ceramic
19th Century French Blue & White Faience Soup Plate Sarreguemines
Located in Austin, TX
19th century French blue and white faience soup plate signed "Francois" Sarreguemines.
Ceramic, Faience
French Provincial Rouen Faience Floral Cornucopia Bird Butterfly Wall Decoration
By Rouen
Located in New York, NY
Large, vibrant French Provincial hand painted faience wall decoration in the shape of a cover, rocaille et décor à la corne pattern. A double cornucopia filled with flowers, flying i...
Ceramic, Faience
Small Majolica Lidded Tureen Mixed Earths , circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Small Majolica Lidded Tureen Mixed Earths , circa 1890.
Ceramic
Majolica Asparagus Platter Longchamp, Circa 1890
By Longchamp
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica asparagus platter in two pieces signed longchamp, circa 1890. Measures: two pieces / the platter 13.3" on 9", H / 1.8". cradle / ...
Ceramic, Faience
$330Sale Price / set|49% Off
Pair French, 19th Century Glazed Earthenware Plates
Located in Buisson, FR
Great pair of late 19th century Provencal earthenware plates France, circa 1880-1900 Good but weathered condition.
Earthenware
French Vintage Stoneware Lidded Crock
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A French vintage glazed stoneware confit-type pot with lid and a pair of handles to help lift the substantial vessel. This utilitarian Provincial jar would have been used to store an...
Stoneware, Glass
Hand Painted Scalloped French Plate /Bowl , 19th Century
Located in Ross, CA
19th century hand painted deep scalloped plate / bowl made in France.
Ceramic
French Vintage Stoneware Glazed Jar with Handle
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A French vintage glazed stoneware confit-type pot with handle. This utilitarian Provincial vessel would have been used to store and preserve foods (like a confit or rillette). Glazed...
Stoneware, Glass
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...
Ceramic, Faience
Majolica Sweet Pea Plate Choisy le Roi, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica Sweet Pea Plate Choisy le Roi, circa 1880.
Ceramic
Large Ceramic Egg Holder 12 Eggs Blue Color, Italy, circa 1970
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Large Ceramic Egg holder 12 eggs Blue Color Italy circa 1970.
Ceramic
Butter Dish, Ceramic in the Style of Quimper, Yellow Color, France, circa 1950
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This Butter dish is made of ceramic. It is in the style of Majolica. Made in France in the 1950s. It is made of white and yellow and blue ceramic.
Ceramic
Six Vintage Saint Amand French Mushroom Porcelain Plates, a Set
By Saint Amand
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Charming set of 6 French porcelain plates. Each plate depicts a different mushroom variety. Varieties include: Pratensis, Amanita, Marasmius, Boletus, Cortinarius and Cantharelius. L...
Faience, Porcelain
French Oyster Plate with Roses Luneville, circa 1940
By Luneville
Located in Austin, TX
French oyster plate with roses pattern Luneville, circa 1940.
Ceramic
19th Century French Blue & White Faience Dinner Plate Sarreguemines
Located in Austin, TX
19th century French blue and white faience dinner plate signed "Francois" Sarreguemines.
Ceramic, Faience
Vallauris Ceramic Pitcher Vase, Black and Orange, 1950s French Riviera
By Vallauris
Located in London, England
This Vallauris vase or pitcher is an exceptional piece, not only because of its aesthetics, but also because of its history. Made in the famous Vallauris factory, this work embodies ...
Ceramic
Black terracotta pot signed Jean Marais in Vallauris, France circa 1970s
By Jean Marais
Located in leucate, FR
Very beautiful black enameled terracotta pot signed Jean Marais in Vallauris. Made in Vallauris (south of France) around 1975, by the multiple artist Jean Marais and with the influe...
Terracotta
French Provincial Beige Glazed Terracotta Casserole Tureen
Located in Barcelona, ES
Lovely beige glazed terracotta soup tureen / kitchen pot with handles, France, 19th century. This French Provincial tureen will be a nice accent to any countryside house kitchen. Be...
Terracotta