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French Provincial Dinner Plates

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
Sarreguemines Benjamin Rabier Childs Plate, Au Pays des Surprise
Sarreguemines Benjamin Rabier Childs Plate, Au Pays des Surprise

Sarreguemines Benjamin Rabier Childs Plate, Au Pays des Surprise

By Benjamin Rabier

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A child’s assiette parlante, a talking plate, illustrated by Benjamin Rabier for Sarreguemines, France – circa 1900. Benjamin Rabier (1864-1939), was a French children’s author, pl...

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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Dinner Plates

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Earthenware

Sarreguemines Benjamin Rabier Childs Plate, Aménités
Sarreguemines Benjamin Rabier Childs Plate, Aménités

Sarreguemines Benjamin Rabier Childs Plate, Aménités

By Benjamin Rabier

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A child’s assiette parlante, a talking plate, illustrated by Benjamin Rabier for Sarreguemines, France – circa 1900. Benjamin Rabier (1864-1939), was a French children’s author, pla...

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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Earthenware

19th Century Majolica Oyster Plate Longchamp
19th Century Majolica Oyster Plate Longchamp

19th Century Majolica Oyster Plate Longchamp

By Longchamp

Located in Austin, TX

Green Majolica oyster plate, six white wells on a green basket weave, circa 1890 signed Longchamp.

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1890s French Antique French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Majolica Oyster Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1870
Majolica Oyster Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1870

Majolica Oyster Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1870

By Sarreguemines

Located in Austin, TX

Majolica oyster plate Sarreguemines, circa 1870. 6 Shells and space for the lemon on the center. Older model.

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1870s French Antique French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

French Majolica Asparagus Plate, circa 1890
French Majolica Asparagus Plate, circa 1890

French Majolica Asparagus Plate, circa 1890

By Orchies

Located in Austin, TX

Unusual French Majolica asparagus plate with 3 spaces unsigned, circa 1890.

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1890s French Antique French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

Majolica Oyster Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1870
Majolica Oyster Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1870

Majolica Oyster Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1870

By Sarreguemines

Located in Austin, TX

Majolica oyster plate Sarreguemines, circa 1870. 6 Shells and space for the lemon on the center. Older model.

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1870s French Antique French Provincial Dinner Plates

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Ceramic

Plate with illustration of 2 figures, Picasso, Limoges, France
Plate with illustration of 2 figures, Picasso, Limoges, France

Plate with illustration of 2 figures, Picasso, Limoges, France

By Limoges

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Decorative ceramic plate made in France, decorated with a design inspired by the work of Pablo Picasso. The central motif depicts two stylized figures in motion, drawn in black and enhanced with graphic touches of green, red, and blue, characteristic of the artist's pictorial vocabulary. An emblematic piece embodying the dialogue between modern art and 20th-century decorative arts, produced in the tradition of French artistic ceramics. Main Features : Decorative ceramic plate France, 20th century Design inspired by Pablo Picasso Stylized figures and expressive graphic composition Polychrome palette: black, blue, green, and red Marked on the reverse (France) Excellent collector's item or wall decoration A fusion of modern art and decorative ceramics Keywords : Picasso plate, Picasso ceramics France, modern decorative plate, French modern art, decorative cubism, 20th-century artistic ceramics, collectible plate, French art and design, modern wall decoration, Vallauris Picasso...

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20th Century French French Provincial Dinner Plates

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Faience

French Majolica Oyster Aqua Turquoise Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1900
French Majolica Oyster Aqua Turquoise Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1900

French Majolica Oyster Aqua Turquoise Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1900

By Sarreguemines

Located in Austin, TX

French aqua turquoise Majolica oyster plate signed Sarreguemines circa 1900. 6 shells and space for the lemon on the center.

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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Dinner Plates

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Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

19th Century Blue & White Seaweeds Oyster Plate Bordeaux
19th Century Blue & White Seaweeds Oyster Plate Bordeaux

19th Century Blue & White Seaweeds Oyster Plate Bordeaux

By Vieillard Manufacture

Located in Austin, TX

Elegant blue and white oyster plate signed Bordeaux Vieillard, circa 1890. Six wells surrounded by blue seaweeds of different kinds. Ref / 2732.

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1890s French Antique French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

French Faience Plate Henriot Quimper, circa 1930
French Faience Plate Henriot Quimper, circa 1930

French Faience Plate Henriot Quimper, circa 1930

By Henriot Quimper

Located in Austin, TX

A French large faience plate with a farmer in the costume with flowers signed Henriot Quimper, circa 1950. Colorful yellow border and blue lines. Measure: 9.5 diameter.

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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Dinner Plates

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Faience

19th Century Blue & White Seaweeds Oyster Plate Bordeaux
19th Century Blue & White Seaweeds Oyster Plate Bordeaux

19th Century Blue & White Seaweeds Oyster Plate Bordeaux

By Vieillard Manufacture

Located in Austin, TX

Elegant blue and white oyster plate signed Bordeaux Vieillard, circa 1890. Six wells surrounded by blue seaweeds of different kinds. Ref / 2733.

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1890s French Antique French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

French Faience Blue & White Bird Plate Moustiers Style
French Faience Blue & White Bird Plate Moustiers Style

French Faience Blue & White Bird Plate Moustiers Style

By Martres Tolosane

Located in Austin, TX

French Faience Blue & White Bird Plate Moustiers Style Moustiers style Martres Tolosane, circa 1900.  

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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Faience

French Majolica Oyster Aqua Turquoise Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1870
French Majolica Oyster Aqua Turquoise Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1870

French Majolica Oyster Aqua Turquoise Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1870

By Sarreguemines

Located in Austin, TX

French aqua turquoise Majolica oyster plate signed Sarreguemines Majolica, circa 1870. 6 shells and space for the lemon on the center.

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1870s French Antique French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

Plate in French Faïence, Red and Green Color, 19th Century, Rooster
Plate in French Faïence, Red and Green Color, 19th Century, Rooster

Plate in French Faïence, Red and Green Color, 19th Century, Rooster

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

The plate is in faience. It has been made in France, during the 19th century. The pattern decor is a rooster and the main colors green and red.

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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Dinner Plates

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Faience

French Majolica Oyster Aqua Turquoise Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1870
French Majolica Oyster Aqua Turquoise Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1870

French Majolica Oyster Aqua Turquoise Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1870

By Sarreguemines

Located in Austin, TX

French aqua turquoise Majolica oyster plate signed Sarreguemines Majolica, circa 1870. 6 shells and space for the lemon on the center.

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1870s French Antique French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

French Majolica Asparagus Plate, circa 1890
French Majolica Asparagus Plate, circa 1890

French Majolica Asparagus Plate, circa 1890

By Orchies

Located in Austin, TX

Unusual French Majolica asparagus plate with 3 spaces unsigned, circa 1890.

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1890s French Antique French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

French Majolica Oyster Aqua Turquoise Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1890
French Majolica Oyster Aqua Turquoise Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1890

French Majolica Oyster Aqua Turquoise Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1890

By Sarreguemines

Located in Austin, TX

French aqua turquoise Majolica oyster plate signed Sarreguemines, circa 1890. 6 shells and space for the lemon on the center.

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1890s French Antique French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

French Faience Platter Henriot Quimper Circa 1900
French Faience Platter Henriot Quimper Circa 1900

French Faience Platter Henriot Quimper Circa 1900

By Henriot Quimper

Located in Austin, TX

French Faience Platter Henriot Quimper Circa 1900. Diameter / 9.2 inches. Height / 2 inches.

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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Faience

19th Century Majolica Oyster Plate Longchamp
19th Century Majolica Oyster Plate Longchamp

19th Century Majolica Oyster Plate Longchamp

By Longchamp

Located in Austin, TX

Green Majolica oyster plate, six white wells on a green basket weave, circa 1890 signed Longchamp.

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1890s French Antique French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

French Majolica Asparagus Plate Salins, circa 1890
French Majolica Asparagus Plate Salins, circa 1890

French Majolica Asparagus Plate Salins, circa 1890

By Salins

Located in Austin, TX

Colorful Majolica asparagus and artichoke plate Salins, circa 1890.   

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1890s French Antique French Provincial Dinner Plates

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Ceramic, Faience

Majolica Asparagus Plate Fives Lille, circa 1890
Majolica Asparagus Plate Fives Lille, circa 1890

Majolica Asparagus Plate Fives Lille, circa 1890

By Fives-Lille

Located in Austin, TX

Majolica asparagus plate attributed to Fives Lille, circa 1890.  

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1890s French Antique French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

19th Century French Majolica Plate
19th Century French Majolica Plate

19th Century French Majolica Plate

By Orchies

Located in Austin, TX

Lovely colorful French Majolica plate with flowers and acanthus leaves Orchies, circa 1890.

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1890s French Antique French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

French Faience Flowers Plate Moustiers Style
French Faience Flowers Plate Moustiers Style

French Faience Flowers Plate Moustiers Style

By Martres Tolosane

Located in Austin, TX

French faience plate with flowers Moustiers style Martres Tolosane, circa 1940.  

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1940s French Vintage French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Faience

19th Century French Majolica Plate
19th Century French Majolica Plate

19th Century French Majolica Plate

By Orchies

Located in Austin, TX

Lovely colorful French Majolica plate with flowers and acanthus leaves Orchies, circa 1890.

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1890s French Antique French Provincial Dinner Plates

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Ceramic

Clairfontaine French Faïence Majolica Glazed Ochre & Green Leaf Plate circa 1890
Clairfontaine French Faïence Majolica Glazed Ochre & Green Leaf Plate circa 1890

Clairfontaine French Faïence Majolica Glazed Ochre & Green Leaf Plate circa 1890

Located in Philadelphia, PA

From the French Faïencerie de Clairfontaine, a bi-color overlapping leaf plate, circa 1890. Glazed in a swirling mix of yellow ochre and shades of green, the mold shows leaves wit...

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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Earthenware

Sarreguemines French Faïence Majolica Fruit and Leaf Plates, Set of Six
Sarreguemines French Faïence Majolica Fruit and Leaf Plates, Set of Six

Sarreguemines French Faïence Majolica Fruit and Leaf Plates, Set of Six

By Faienceries Sarreguemines

Located in Philadelphia, PA

An assembled set of six Sarreguemines French faïence, majolica plates, each showing a different fruit on an ochre yellow ground of overlapping leaves, circa 1930s. This group shows ...

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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Dinner Plates

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Faience

19th Century French Majolica Plate
19th Century French Majolica Plate

19th Century French Majolica Plate

By Orchies

Located in Austin, TX

Lovely colorful French Majolica plate with flowers and acanthus leaves Orchies, circa 1890.

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1890s French Antique French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Digoin French Faïence Barbotine Divided Artichoke Plate
19th Century Digoin French Faïence Barbotine Divided Artichoke Plate

19th Century Digoin French Faïence Barbotine Divided Artichoke Plate

By Digoin & Sarreguemines

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A scarce French barbotine Majolica glazed Artichoke plate, Digoin, circa 1890-1910. Digoin, the oldest pottery in the Loire Valley was located in the Saône-et-Loire department in the...

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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Earthenware

Majolica Oyster Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1870
Majolica Oyster Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1870

Majolica Oyster Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1870

By Sarreguemines

Located in Austin, TX

Majolica oyster plate Sarreguemines, circa 1870. 6 Shells and space for the lemon on the center. Older model.

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1870s French Antique French Provincial Dinner Plates

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Ceramic

19th Century Faience Butterfly Oyster Desvres Plate Fourmaintraux
19th Century Faience Butterfly Oyster Desvres Plate Fourmaintraux

19th Century Faience Butterfly Oyster Desvres Plate Fourmaintraux

By Desvres

Located in Austin, TX

Unusual rare French, faience oyster plate signed Fourmaintraux Desvres, circa 1890. Butterfly on the center surrounded by six wells with floral pattern. Chip on the back ( picture )

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1890s French Antique French Provincial Dinner Plates

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Faience

19th Century Majolica Oyster Flowers Plate Longchamp
19th Century Majolica Oyster Flowers Plate Longchamp

19th Century Majolica Oyster Flowers Plate Longchamp

By Longchamp

Located in Austin, TX

French Majolica oyster plate with flowers circa 1890 signed Longchamp.

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1890s French Antique French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

French Majolica Asparagus Plate Salins, circa 1890
French Majolica Asparagus Plate Salins, circa 1890

French Majolica Asparagus Plate Salins, circa 1890

By Salins

Located in Austin, TX

French Majolica asparagus and artichoke plate Salins, circa 1890.  

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1890s French Antique French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

Sarreguemines French Faïence Majolica Fruit and Leaf Plates, Set of Six
Sarreguemines French Faïence Majolica Fruit and Leaf Plates, Set of Six

Sarreguemines French Faïence Majolica Fruit and Leaf Plates, Set of Six

By Faienceries Sarreguemines

Located in Philadelphia, PA

An assembled set of six Sarreguemines French faïence, majolica plates, each showing a different fruit on an ochre yellow ground of overlapping leaves, circa 1930s. This group shows ...

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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Dinner Plates

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Faience

Sarreguemines Benjamin Rabier Childs Plate, Un Indigestion
Sarreguemines Benjamin Rabier Childs Plate, Un Indigestion

Sarreguemines Benjamin Rabier Childs Plate, Un Indigestion

By Benjamin Rabier

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A child’s assiette parlante, a talking plate, illustrated by Benjamin Rabier for Sarreguemines, France – circa 1900. Benjamin Rabier (1864-1939), was a French children’s author, pla...

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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Earthenware

Set of 3 Majolica and Porcelain plates, France, 1960
Set of 3 Majolica and Porcelain plates, France, 1960

Set of 3 Majolica and Porcelain plates, France, 1960

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

A charming set of three French majolica (barbotine) plates dating from the 1960s, decorated with raised floral motifs. Two cabbage-shaped plates feature a naturalistic design with de...

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1960s French Vintage French Provincial Dinner Plates

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Porcelain, Majolica

Two antique ceramic plates, France, 19th century
Two antique ceramic plates, France, 19th century

Two antique ceramic plates, France, 19th century

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

A set of two antique ceramic plates, France, 19th century, hand-decorated with traditional motifs. Each piece features a unique design: one adorned with a stylized floral geometric pattern in vibrant colors, the other featuring a polychrome rooster, an iconic symbol of French folklore. The slightly irregular contours and subtle variations in color attest to their handcrafted nature. Equipped with hanging loops on the back, these plates can be displayed on the wall as decorative elements, adding an authentic and warm touch to any interior. Style : French Folk Art Rustic Traditional/Provincial Key Features : Pair of ceramic plates France, 19th century Hand-painted decoration Motifs: Floral geometric and rooster Bright, contrasting colors Slightly irregular edges Wall hangers present Ideal for wall decoration or collection Keywords : antique French earthenware plate, vintage rooster plate...

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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century French Majolica Plate
19th Century French Majolica Plate

19th Century French Majolica Plate

By Orchies

Located in Austin, TX

Lovely colorful French Majolica plate with flowers and acanthus leaves Orchies, circa 1890.

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1890s French Antique French Provincial Dinner Plates

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Ceramic

18th Century Faience Earthenware Plate - A hand painted, French circa 1780
18th Century Faience Earthenware Plate - A hand painted, French circa 1780

18th Century Faience Earthenware Plate - A hand painted, French circa 1780

By Faience Manufacturing Company

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a very decorative French Faience plate dinner plate made from tin-glazed earthenware (pottery) which we date to the late 18th century. The plate has a pan shaped base with n...

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Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Dinner Plates

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Earthenware

Set of 4 antique pottery plates, decorative motifs, France, early 20th century
Set of 4 antique pottery plates, decorative motifs, France, early 20th century

Set of 4 antique pottery plates, decorative motifs, France, early 20th century

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

A charming set of four antique French earthenware plates dating from the early 20th century. Each piece features a different hand-painted design: scenes of traditional figures, a flo...

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20th Century French French Provincial Dinner Plates

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Pottery

English Ironstone French Provincial Style Salad Plates set/8
English Ironstone French Provincial Style Salad Plates set/8

English Ironstone French Provincial Style Salad Plates set/8

By Johnson Brothers

Located in Malibu, CA

A charming set of eight English ironstone salad plates in the French Provincial style, offering timeless elegance for both everyday dining and special occasions. Crafted in durable i...

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20th Century British French Provincial Dinner Plates

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Ironstone

Set of Three 19th-Century French Majolica Plates – Birds, Vegetation & Fruits
Set of Three 19th-Century French Majolica Plates – Birds, Vegetation & Fruits

Set of Three 19th-Century French Majolica Plates – Birds, Vegetation & Fruits

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Set of Three 19th-Century French Majolica Plates – Birds, Vegetation & Fruits Description: This is a set of three antique majolica plates, handcrafted in France in the 19th century....

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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Dinner Plates

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Ceramic, Majolica

19th Century Sarreguemines French Majolica Turquoise Swallow Plates, Set of Four
19th Century Sarreguemines French Majolica Turquoise Swallow Plates, Set of Four

19th Century Sarreguemines French Majolica Turquoise Swallow Plates, Set of Four

By Sarreguemines

Located in Philadelphia, PA

From Sarreguemines, a set of four majolica plates, France, circa 1880. A scarcer mold, two swallows soar against a turquoise sky. The birds are glazed in soft blues, grays, and crea...

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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Earthenware

19th Century Majolica Oyster Flowers Plate Longchamp
19th Century Majolica Oyster Flowers Plate Longchamp

19th Century Majolica Oyster Flowers Plate Longchamp

By Longchamp

Located in Austin, TX

French Majolica oyster plate with flowers circa 1890 signed Longchamp.

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1890s French Antique French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

French Provincial dinner plates for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique French Provincial dinner plates 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 dinner plates created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, wall decorations, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, earthenware and other materials. If you’re shopping for used French Provincial dinner plates made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Germany pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original dinner plates, popular names associated with this style include Sarreguemines, Saint Clément, Longchamp, and Creil et Montereau. 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 dinner plates differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $85 and tops out at $1,800 while the average work can sell for $295.