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French Provincial Pottery

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 19th Century Green Glazed Ceramic Confit Jar/ Pot
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...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Ceramic

French 19th Century Green / Yellow Glazed Terracotta Jug or Water Cruche 'Orjol'
Located in Buisson, FR
Great authentic and extremely rare piece of pottery with a spout in handle from the Provence called : Orjol du Lauragais. The fact that this jug has double colour glazing makes it ev...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Terracotta

French, Terracotta Jar Brown Glaze, Late 19th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
French terracotta jar. Traditional large earthenware pottery jar from South West France with brown glaze. This vessel was used from the 19th to the mid-20th century to conserve food....
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Terracotta

French, Terracotta Confit Pot Yellow Glaze, Late 19th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
French terracotta confit pot. Traditional large earthenware pottery confit pot from South West France with yellow glaze. This vessel was used from the 19th to the mid-20th century to...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Terracotta

19th Century French Glazed Earthenware Alsace Jug
Located in Buisson, FR
Wonderful piece of Alsace pottery with a very rare green glaze, France, circa 1850-1900. Good but weathered condition.
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Earthenware

French, Terracotta Confit Pot Yellow Glaze, Late 19th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
French terracotta confit pot. Traditional large earthenware pottery confit pot from South West France with yellow glaze. This vessel was used from the 19th to the mid-20th century to...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Terracotta

French, Terracotta Confit Pot Yellow Glaze, Late 19th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
French terracotta confit pot. Traditional large earthenware pottery confit pot from South West France with yellow glaze. This vessel was used from the 19th to the mid-20th century to...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Terracotta

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...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Earthenware

19th Century, French, Glazed Ceramic 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 an utilitarian type...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Ceramic

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...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Terracotta

Poterie De Bavent French Pottery Covered Terrines with Under-Plates, Set of Four
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A marvelous set of four individual terrines from the Poterie de Bavent, Normadie, France circa 1900-1920. Potted and glazed by hand, each terrine includes a lid and under-plate – ...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Pottery

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Earthenware

Small Vintage French Kitchen Stoneware Crock, Ceramic Pot
Located in Rümmingen, BW
Available are 3 same-sized french stoneware crocks. Individually sourced in the south of France, this set of glazed stoneware crocks is a staple of any...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Pottery

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Stoneware

French Provincial Stoneware Pottery Jug – 19th Century Rustic Charm
Located in Milano, IT
This French Provincial stoneware pottery jug showcases authentic 19th-century rustic craftsmanship. With its sturdy construction and beautifully weathered surface, this piece brings ...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Ceramic, Stoneware

French Provincial 19th Century Green Glazed Jug with Weathered Patina
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Provincial green glazed pottery jug from the 19th century, with two handles, front spout and distressed patina. Created in Southern France during the 19th century, this jug ...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Terracotta

Rare French Pale Green Glazed Terracotta Pot with Antique Patina
Located in Milano, IT
This rare French pale green glazed terracotta pot is a beautiful vintage collectible with a unique, time-worn patina. The exterior features a delicate pale green glaze, while the int...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Pottery

19th Century, French Yellow 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...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Earthenware

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 ...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Terracotta

19th Century French Terracotta Confit Pot
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century French earthenware confit pot with traditional green glaze and pale yellow interior. Nice old patina. Chips and losses to glaze. These ordinary earthenware vessels wer...
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19th Century European Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Terracotta

French 1850s Provincial Green Glazed Terracotta Bowl with Handles and Spout
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Provincial Napoléon III period green glazed terracotta bowl from the mid-19th century, with two handles and pouring lip. Created in France at the beginning of Emperor Napolé...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Terracotta

Majolica Plate by Sarreguemines, Faience 19th Century, France
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This Plate is a Majolica plate made in the Sarreguemines Manufacture. This glazed Faience, is in yellow and green color. It has been done in the 19th century.
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Faience

French Antique Terracotta Confit Tian or Bowl Glazed
Located in Labrit, Landes
French terracotta tian or bowl traditionally used to prepare confit before to conserve it in confit pots in South West France. This vessel was also used to prepare any type of food f...
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Terracotta

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...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Terracotta

19th Century French Provincial Terracotta "Confit" Pot
Located in Middleburg, VA
19th Century French Provincial Terracotta "Confit" Pot With an Unusual Combination of Yellow and Green Dripped Glazes. Made in Provence circa 1870. Note restoration. 19th-century la...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Terracotta, Paint

1970s French Glazed Pottery Jar Yellow &Natural Terracotta French Provencial
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
1970s French Glazed Pottery Jar, Yellow Ochre & Natural Terracotta – French Provincial Style Description: This charming small pottery jar, crafted in France in the 1970s, is a perfe...
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20th Century French French Provincial Pottery

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Earthenware, Pottery

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...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Earthenware

Antique French Glazed Terracotta Water Spout Jug - Authentic Southern France
Located in London, GB
Antique French Glazed Terracotta Water Spout Jug - Authentic Southern France This rare antique French glazed terracotta water spout handle jug is a unique and authentic piece from ...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Clay

Early 20th Century French Terracotta Pottery 8"high
Located in Winter Park, FL
An earthenware pottery from the Southwest of France with traditional yellow, ochre glaze. Some chips and losses to glaze. These ordinary earthenware vessels were once used daily in t...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Pottery

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Terracotta

19th Century, French Provencal Glazed Earthenware 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 cruche as it was an utilitarian type piece...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Earthenware

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...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Terracotta

Large 19th Century French Yellow Glazed Terracotta Jug or Water Cruche, 'Orjol'
Located in Buisson, FR
Great authentic and extremely rare piece of pottery with a spout in handle from the Provence called : Orjol du Lauragais. Beautiful weathered yellow glaze. Imperfections help authent...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Terracotta

20th century French Terracotta Vinaigrier, or Vinegar Pot 12" high
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 20th century terracotta vinaigrier, or vinegar pot, from the Southwest of France with traditional yellow glaze. In good condition with nice patina. A few small chips to the glaze....
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Pottery

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Terracotta

1950s-1960s French Provincial Pottery Jar, Côte d’Azur Artisan Workshop
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
1950s-1960s French Provincial Pottery Jar, Côte d’Azur Artisan Workshop This French pottery jar from the 1950s-1960s, crafted in an artisan workshop on the Côte d'Azur, embodies the...
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20th Century French French Provincial Pottery

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Earthenware, Pottery

Late 20th Century French Pottery Conscience Vallauris 12"high
Located in Winter Park, FL
A late 20th Century French Pottery from Vallauris called a Conscience was used to store olive oil. Green glazed in good condition with micro chip at the rim. Circa 1960. Dimensions a...
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Late 20th Century French French Provincial Pottery

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Terracotta

Set of Six '6' French Faience Asparagus Plates by Luneville
Located in Pembroke, MA
Set of very decorative, late 19th century blue-green French Majolica asparagus plates, hand-painted in white, green and purple, showing four asparagus spears in relief, and with fluted rims. The underside is stamped "Depose K G Luneville...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Ceramic, Majolica

French, Terracotta Confit Pot Yellow Glaze, Late 19th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
French terracotta confit pot. Traditional large earthenware pottery confit pot from South West France with yellow glaze. This vessel was used from the 19th to the mid-20th century to...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Terracotta

Set of Four Majolica Asparagus Plates Attributed to Orchies
Located in Pembroke, MA
Set of four colorful French majolica asparagus plates attributed to Orchies. Each plate features six amethyst-colored molded asparagus spears resting on a leaf on a plate with turquo...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Majolica

19th Century French Glazed Earthenware vase with twisted Handles Green Color
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
An authentic 19th century French Vase This vase is full of character, handcrafted and glazed with 3 charming twisted handles. It would be beautiful with a bouquet of flowers or used...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Earthenware, Pottery

Digoin Sarreguemines Majolica Tableware, Trivet, Coasters & Knife Rests Set / 15
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A French trivet, coaster, and knife rest set from Digoin Sarreguemines, France, circa 1950s. A green majolica glaze on a basket weave mold, a large s...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Pottery

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Earthenware

French, Terracotta Confit Pot Yellow Glaze, Late 19th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
French terracotta confit pot. Traditional large earthenware pottery confit pot from South West France with yellow glaze. This vessel was used from the 19th to the mid-20th century to...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Terracotta

Thomas Sergent Majolica Great Tit Flower Pot and a Plate 19th Century
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This Plate is a Majolica plate made in germany during the 19th Century. Thomas Sergent French Majolica flower pot which features a great red flow...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Faience

French Provincial 19th Century Green Glazed Pottery Jug with Dual Handles
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Provincial pottery jug from the 19th century with green glaze, dripping and lateral handles flanking the central spout. This captivating French Provincial pottery jug, craft...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Pottery

Small 19th Century French Green Glazed Terracotta Jug or Water Cruche
Located in Buisson, FR
Lovely small 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 utilitar...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Terracotta

19th Century French Terracotta Confit Pot
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century French earthenware confit pot with traditional green glaze and pale yellow interior. Nice old patina. Chips and losses to glaze. These ordinary earthenware vessels wer...
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19th Century European Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Terracotta

Vallauris French Treacle Glaze Rustic Pottery Au Gratin Dishes, S/6
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A set of six pottery au gratin dishes, Vallauris, France, circa 1930s. A traditional rustic design, these Treacle glazed shallow, handled open-proof dishes are perfect for prepari...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Pottery

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Earthenware

French Provincial Terracotta "Confit" Pot
Located in Middleburg, VA
19th Century French Provincial Terracotta "Confit" Pot With an Unusual Combination of Yellow and Green Dripped Glazes. Made in Provence circa 1870. Note restoration. 19th-century la...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Terracotta, Paint

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...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Earthenware

Rustic French Provincial 19th Century Pottery Jug with Green Glazed Accents
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Provincial pottery jug from the 19th century with green glazed accents and molded back handle. Immerse yourself in the pastoral charm of this French Provincial pottery jug, ...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Pottery

French Faience Ware Martre Tolosan Hand-Painted Faience Service Set
Located in Atlanta, GA
This beautiful French Martre Tolosane faience service set celebrates traditional French craftsmanship. These are hand-painted with light shades of blue on a creamy white background. ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Pottery

Set of 3 French Provincial 19th Century Stoneware Pottery Water Jugs with Patina
Located in Milano, IT
This charming set of three French Provincial stoneware pottery water jugs dates back to the 19th century and showcases a stunning time-worn patina. Each jug is uniquely crafted, refl...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Pottery

Rustic French Pottery Olive Oil Jug
Located in Atlanta, GA
This rustic French pottery olive oil jug is a testament to traditional craftsmanship and timeless design. It features a distinctive, bulbous body adorned...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Terracotta

Antique French Faience Shaving Bowl
Located in New Orleans, LA
An antique French faience men's shaving bowl, having lovely and delicately hand painted birds and flowers. Signed en verso and with copper wire for wall h...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Faience, Pottery

19th Century Green Glazed Shepherd's Lunch Holder Pottery with Bowls and Handle
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French pottery shepherd's lunch holder from the 19th century with green glaze, two bowls and large handle. This charming 19th-century French shepherd...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Pottery

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 a time-worn patina. Tradi...
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Early 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Terracotta

19th Century French Yellow Glazed Terracotta Jug or Water Cruche, 'Orjol'
Located in Buisson, FR
Great authentic and extremely rare piece of pottery with a spout in handle from the Provence called : Orjol du Lauragais. Beautiful weathered yellow glaze. Imperfections help authent...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Terracotta

Antique Majolica Plate with Bird, French Early 19th C
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is an early Majolica pottery Plate with a bird perched in the branches of a climbing plant. We date this plate to the early 19th Century, p...
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Early 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Pottery

Pillivuyt Mehun French Trompe l’Oeil Paté en Croûte Tureen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Trompe l’Oeil Paté en Croûte Tureen attributed to Pillivuyt Mehun, France, circa 1900 Pâté en croûte is a French charcuterie delicacy featuring a sa...
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Early 1900s Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Porcelain

Blanc Pot with Lid (Two Available)
Located in New Orleans, LA
Perfect neutral white pot, which is a great accent piece for you home. **Third pot has a missing lid and handle; and it's slightly taller and wider than the other two pots.
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20th Century French French Provincial Pottery

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Ceramic

French Provencal Stoneware Mini Pitcher Creamer Pottery
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration a French provencal stoneware mini pitcher creamer pottery with ochre color. Unique shape, beautiful decorative. Stamped with letter "C" underneath. Dimension...
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1980s French Vintage French Provincial Pottery

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Stoneware

Quimper French Hand Painted Faience Pottery Flask
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stylish French faience pottery hand painted flask with a Breton figure by Quimper and dating from the latter 19th century. The small rounded flask has a ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Pottery

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Pottery

Early 20th French Terracotta Vase or Pot à Confit 11"High
Located in Winter Park, FL
An early 20th earthenware confit pot from the Southwest of France with traditional yellow ochre glaze. Chips and losses to glaze, NO hairline. These ordinary earthenware vessels were...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Pottery

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Terracotta

French Provincial pottery for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique French Provincial pottery 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 pottery created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, terracotta and other materials. If you’re shopping for used French Provincial pottery made in a specific country, there are Europe, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original pottery, popular names associated with this style include Vallauris, Bavent, Cloutier, and Digoin & Sarreguemines. 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 pottery differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $83 and tops out at $5,000 while the average work can sell for $450.

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