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French Provincial Lighting

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
Antique French Coolie Glass Frill Holophane Brass Wall Kitchen Task Light Sconce
Antique French Coolie Glass Frill Holophane Brass Wall Kitchen Task Light Sconce

Antique French Coolie Glass Frill Holophane Brass Wall Kitchen Task Light Sconce

By French Opaline

Located in Stockbridge, GB

Antique Reclaimed Glass Holophane Wall Light – G An original bell shaped frilly glass prismatic light shade originally from an old chapel. The light has retained its original brass ...

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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Lighting

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Brass

Antique French Coolie Glass Frill Brass Wall Kitchen Task Light Sconce
Antique French Coolie Glass Frill Brass Wall Kitchen Task Light Sconce

Antique French Coolie Glass Frill Brass Wall Kitchen Task Light Sconce

By French Opaline

Located in Stockbridge, GB

Antique French Coolie Glass Frill Wall Light – B An early French glass frill coolie light. The shade is hand made from opaque glass with a clear pleated rim. The shade has been moun...

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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Brass

French, Late 19th Century early 20th century, Metal Lantern
French, Late 19th Century early 20th century, Metal Lantern

French, Late 19th Century early 20th century, Metal Lantern

Located in Buisson, FR

Really lovely metal lantern in a form I haven't seen before. France, circa 1890-1920. Weathered H:33cm W:19,5cm D:16cm

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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Iron

Collection of 19th Century French Glass Weaver Oil Lamps
Collection of 19th Century French Glass Weaver Oil Lamps

Collection of 19th Century French Glass Weaver Oil Lamps

Located in Buisson, FR

Rare collection of three hand blown glass weaver oil lamps from the South of France, France, circa 1800-1900 Very good condition. Copper wick holders of recent date. Measures: H:21-2...

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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Blown Glass

Antique French Holophane Frill Glass Brass Wall Task Kitchen Light Lamp
Antique French Holophane Frill Glass Brass Wall Task Kitchen Light Lamp

Antique French Holophane Frill Glass Brass Wall Task Kitchen Light Lamp

By Holophane

Located in Stockbridge, GB

Antique Glass Holophane Wall Light – E A vintage bell shaped glass prismatic light shade which looks great both lit and unlit. The light has retained its original brass gallery and ...

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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Brass

Antique French Coolie Glass Frill Brass Wall Task Kitchen Light
Antique French Coolie Glass Frill Brass Wall Task Kitchen Light

Antique French Coolie Glass Frill Brass Wall Task Kitchen Light

By French Opaline

Located in Stockbridge, GB

An early French glass frill coolie light. The shade is hand made from opaque glass with a clear pleated rim. The light has an aged brass gallery and wall fitting. Great as a task lig...

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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Lighting

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Brass

Antique French Coolie Milk Glass Brass Pendant Kitchen Task Lamp Light
Antique French Coolie Milk Glass Brass Pendant Kitchen Task Lamp Light

Antique French Coolie Milk Glass Brass Pendant Kitchen Task Lamp Light

By French Opaline

Located in Stockbridge, GB

Antique French Coolie Milk Glass Frill Pendant Light – A An early French glass coolie pendant light. The conical milk glass shade has been hand spun from opaque glass with a clear f...

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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Lighting

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Brass

Antique French Coolie Milk Glass Brass Wall Kitchen Task Lamp Light
Antique French Coolie Milk Glass Brass Wall Kitchen Task Lamp Light

Antique French Coolie Milk Glass Brass Wall Kitchen Task Lamp Light

By French Opaline

Located in Stockbridge, GB

Antique French Coolie Glass Wall Light – G An early French glass coolie light. The conical milk glass shade has been hand spun from opaque glass. The light has an aged brass gallery...

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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Lighting

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Brass

Antique French Coolie Glass Frill Brass Wall Task Kitchen Light Lamp
Antique French Coolie Glass Frill Brass Wall Task Kitchen Light Lamp

Antique French Coolie Glass Frill Brass Wall Task Kitchen Light Lamp

By French Opaline

Located in Stockbridge, GB

Antique French Coolie Glass Wall Light – H An early French glass coolie light. The conical milk glass shade has been hand spun from opaque glass. The light has an aged brass gallery...

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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Brass

1930's Large Silver Plated Flush Mount With Opaline Glass
1930's Large Silver Plated Flush Mount With Opaline Glass

1930's Large Silver Plated Flush Mount With Opaline Glass

Located in New York, NY

A large silver plated or gilt bronze light fixtures with Opaline glass inset. Available gold finish 2 items, silver plated 2 items

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1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

1930's French Mirror Sconces
1930's French Mirror Sconces

1930's French Mirror Sconces

Located in New York, NY

A circa 1930's French etched mirror and bronze sconces

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1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Bronze

French, 18th/ 19th Century Metal Lantern
French, 18th/ 19th Century Metal Lantern

French, 18th/ 19th Century Metal Lantern

Located in Buisson, FR

Very rare metal lantern, France, circa 1750- 1850. Weathered, small losses and some old repairs. Lantern can be opened on one side. Glass of later date. H:40,5cm W:26,5cm D:12cm

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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Lighting

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Metal

Mid-Century Adjustable Brass Saucer Style Desk Lamp by Dazor
Mid-Century Adjustable Brass Saucer Style Desk Lamp by Dazor

Mid-Century Adjustable Brass Saucer Style Desk Lamp by Dazor

By Dazor

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Original Vintage Condition Designer: Dazor Manufacturing Corp. Manufacturer: Dazor Manufacturing Corp. Materials: Brass, Steel Chrome, Enameled Metal, Perforated Brass D...

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1950s American Vintage French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Brass, Steel

French Provincial Style Chandelier by Niermann Weeks-Pair is available
French Provincial Style Chandelier by Niermann Weeks-Pair is available

French Provincial Style Chandelier by Niermann Weeks-Pair is available

By Niermann Weeks

Located in Los Angeles, CA

French Provincial style two-tier wrought iron chandelier adorned with gilt tassels. The hand forged frame features an intricate arrangement of gracefully scrolling arms, painted in...

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Early 2000s North American French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Composition, Wrought Iron

Vintage French Three Light Bagues Sconces
Vintage French Three Light Bagues Sconces

Vintage French Three Light Bagues Sconces

By Maison Baguès

Located in New York, NY

A pair of vintage gilt metal 3 lights sconces with crystal leaves and flowers

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20th Century French French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Pair of Vintage Rattan Bamboo Table Lamps Pencil Reed, 1970s
Pair of Vintage Rattan Bamboo Table Lamps Pencil Reed, 1970s

Pair of Vintage Rattan Bamboo Table Lamps Pencil Reed, 1970s

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

This elegant pair of vintage bedside table lamps features beautifully hand-wrapped pencil reed rattan over a rounded metal base, resting on polished brass bases. The natural material...

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1970s Italian Vintage French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Rattan, Reed

Antique French Chandelier
Antique French Chandelier

Antique French Chandelier

Located in Dallas, TX

Antique French Chandelier with 10 lights. Made of Broze and in excellent condition. From the estate of O.P Leonard of Leonard's Department St...

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1920s Vintage French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Bronze

1940's Grape Design Glass Lantern
1940's Grape Design Glass Lantern

1940's Grape Design Glass Lantern

Located in New York, NY

A circa 1940's glass lantern with grape design and three interior lights

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1940s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Glass

French Wrought Iron Crown Game Hanger Chandelier c1900
French Wrought Iron Crown Game Hanger Chandelier c1900

French Wrought Iron Crown Game Hanger Chandelier c1900

Located in Trensacq, FR

French Wrought Iron Crown Game Hanger Chandelier c1900 Hand-crafted provincial French wrought iron four 'faux' candlelight chandelier with four 'naive' animal silhouettes (stag, deer, dog, cow) and four game hooks...

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1890s French Antique French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron, Tôle

French Provincial Pair Wrought Iron Wall Lights
French Provincial Pair Wrought Iron Wall Lights

French Provincial Pair Wrought Iron Wall Lights

Located in Brescia, IT

This French pair of wrought iron wall lights, has a double bulbs each. This elegant pair of wall lights is a contemporary production and it has an aged finish to look antique. It ca...

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21st Century and Contemporary French French Provincial Lighting

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Iron

Antique Iron Lantern with Blown Glass, France, Circa 1750-1800
Antique Iron Lantern with Blown Glass, France, Circa 1750-1800

Antique Iron Lantern with Blown Glass, France, Circa 1750-1800

Located in Buisson, FR

Beautiful and rare iron lantern with an amazing blown glass window, France, circa 1750-1800. Weathered H:37cm W:16cm D:20cm

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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Iron

Pair of 20th Century French Lanterns
Pair of 20th Century French Lanterns

Pair of 20th Century French Lanterns

Located in Atlanta, GA

This pair of 20th-century French wall lanterns exudes timeless elegance with their aged brass finish and refined design. The tapered silhouettes feature subtly curved roofs, each adorned with a miniature architectural window detail on the upper panel, adding charm and character. Encased in glass, the single candle-style lights create a soft, inviting glow reminiscent of antique gas lanterns...

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20th Century French French Provincial Lighting

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Brass

French Counter Weight Chandelier Lustre Glass Ceiling Pendant, circa 1900
French Counter Weight Chandelier Lustre Glass Ceiling Pendant, circa 1900

French Counter Weight Chandelier Lustre Glass Ceiling Pendant, circa 1900

Located in Labrit, Landes

Ceiling pendant lamp in glass and opaline early 20th century. French counter weight chandelier. White glass diffuser and porcelain weight for adjust...

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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Glass, Opaline Glass

French, 18th/ 19th Century Metal Lantern
French, 18th/ 19th Century Metal Lantern

French, 18th/ 19th Century Metal Lantern

Located in Buisson, FR

Very rare metal lantern with lovely wooden handle, France, circa 1750- 1850. Unique period piece Weathered, small losses H:33cm W:16,5cm D:10cm

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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Metal

Italian Six-Arm Chandelier, Hand-Carved Fruitwood, Newly Wired, 2023
Italian Six-Arm Chandelier, Hand-Carved Fruitwood, Newly Wired, 2023

Italian Six-Arm Chandelier, Hand-Carved Fruitwood, Newly Wired, 2023

Located in Chireno, TX

Six-arm Italian chandelier, hand-carved and turned from fruitwood, Graceful wirey iron arms. Newly-wired for use within the USA. Each arm supports candelabra-size socket for bulb. In...

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2010s American French Provincial Lighting

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Iron

Pair of French Provincial Wooden Wall Lamps / Sconces, 1960s
Pair of French Provincial Wooden Wall Lamps / Sconces, 1960s

Pair of French Provincial Wooden Wall Lamps / Sconces, 1960s

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Pair of French Provincial Wooden Wall Lamps / Sconces, 1960s We have two pairs; here you can bid on one of them. The other pair is also listed here and can be purchased separately. ...

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1960s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Metal

Antique Italian Glass Paneled Lantern
Antique Italian Glass Paneled Lantern

Antique Italian Glass Paneled Lantern

Located in Chireno, TX

Antique Italian glass paneled lantern circa 1900-1910. Cast brass with soft, natural green-verdigris patina. Not wired.

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Early 1900s Italian Antique French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Brass, Iron

1900's French Silver Plated Chandelier with Rock and Amethyst Crystals
1900's French Silver Plated Chandelier with Rock and Amethyst Crystals

1900's French Silver Plated Chandelier with Rock and Amethyst Crystals

Located in New York, NY

A circa 1900's silver plated chandelier with rock and Amethyst crystal hangings, and crystal flowers, bought in Paris.

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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Rock Crystal, Amethyst, Bronze

Claude Morin, Signed Blown Glass Table Lamp, France, circa 1970
Claude Morin, Signed Blown Glass Table Lamp, France, circa 1970

Claude Morin, Signed Blown Glass Table Lamp, France, circa 1970

By Claude Morin

Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR

An exceptional and rare table lamp by renowned French glass artist Claude Morin, created circa 1970. The sculptural base, hand-blown in a sumptuous deep violet glass with luminous de...

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1970s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Blown Glass

1940 Silver Plated French Sunburst Sconces
1940 Silver Plated French Sunburst Sconces

1940 Silver Plated French Sunburst Sconces

Located in New York, NY

Pair of 1940’s French silver plated sunburst shape sconces with two lights

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1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Bronze

19 Century Candle Chandelier
19 Century Candle Chandelier

19 Century Candle Chandelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Wrought Iron Chandelier with Fleur-de-Lis Detailing This striking wrought iron chandelier evokes the elegance of French Gothic design with its intricate craftsmanship and timeless si...

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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Steel

French Iron and Tole Glass-Paneled Lantern
French Iron and Tole Glass-Paneled Lantern

French Iron and Tole Glass-Paneled Lantern

Located in Chireno, TX

French iron and tole glass-paneled lantern circa 1870-1899. Unwired. Two lanterns are available but sold individually priced $3,800 each (see last image and...

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1890s French Antique French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Brass, Iron, Tin

1940 French Crystal Light Fixture
1940 French Crystal Light Fixture

1940 French Crystal Light Fixture

Located in New York, NY

1940’s French crystals chandelier with 8 interior lights

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1940s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Italian Tole Porcelain Flowers Roses Gilt Metal Big Size c 1900
Italian Tole Porcelain Flowers Roses Gilt Metal Big Size c 1900

Italian Tole Porcelain Flowers Roses Gilt Metal Big Size c 1900

Located in Firenze, Toscana

Housing 5 lights, sitting in gilt metal. Big multi color brown, black and yellow fall leaves throughout. Adorning hand made porcelain flowers in all shapes and sizes. Huge rose as...

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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Gold Bronze Chandelier
19th Century Gold Bronze Chandelier

19th Century Gold Bronze Chandelier

$35,200Sale Price|20% Off

19th Century Gold Bronze Chandelier

Located in Dallas, TX

Antique gold bronze chandelier, beautiful large chandelier with 12-light, it has just been American wired and certified ready to install. 12 - 6" was candle covers with dips which gi...

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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Large French, 19th Century Metal Lantern
Large French, 19th Century Metal Lantern

Large French, 19th Century Metal Lantern

Located in Buisson, FR

Lovely large iron lantern, France, circa 1880-1900 . Very special type of lantern without a door. You can open the lantern by sliding the glass upwards. Weathered. H:51cm W:20,5cm

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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Lighting

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Iron

Tall French Neoclassical Terracotta Baluster Lamp, Brown Color, 19th Century
Tall French Neoclassical Terracotta Baluster Lamp, Brown Color, 19th Century

Tall French Neoclassical Terracotta Baluster Lamp, Brown Color, 19th Century

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Tall French neoclassical terracotta Baluster lamp. 19th century Great looking lamp of beautiful proportion and color. Each with a generously scaled baluster standard resting on a soc...

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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Terracotta

French, Early 19th Century Metal Lantern
French, Early 19th Century Metal Lantern

French, Early 19th Century Metal Lantern

Located in Buisson, FR

Very rare metal lantern, France, circa 1800- 1850. Weathered and some old repairs. Glass of later date.

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Early 19th Century European Antique French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Metal

Green Verdigris French Copper Lantern
Green Verdigris French Copper Lantern

Green Verdigris French Copper Lantern

Located in Chireno, TX

Green verdigris French copper lantern circa 1860-1889. Includes five feet of chain and a canopy, but is sold unwired. Glass replaced.

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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Copper, Iron

French Bagues Silver Leaf Two Lights Birds Sconces
French Bagues Silver Leaf Two Lights Birds Sconces

French Bagues Silver Leaf Two Lights Birds Sconces

By Maison Baguès

Located in New York, NY

Circa 1930's French Bagues silver leaf metal, crystal birds and body two lights sconces

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1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Italian 1950s Decorative Ship Chandelier With Crystal Beads & Four Lights
Italian 1950s Decorative Ship Chandelier With Crystal Beads & Four Lights

Italian 1950s Decorative Ship Chandelier With Crystal Beads & Four Lights

Located in London, GB

This very decorative chandelier was hand made in Italy in the 1950s. It has beautiful beaded detail to create the hull, rigging and sails, with an interesting crow's nest at the top of the mast - which is covered in tiny beads...

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1950s Italian Vintage French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Metal

1930s French Silvered Metal and Crystal Sconces
1930s French Silvered Metal and Crystal Sconces

1930s French Silvered Metal and Crystal Sconces

Located in New York, NY

A pair of silvered metal one light sconces with glass leaves and body

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1930s European Vintage French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Silver Leaf

Collection of 19th Century French Glass Weaver Oil Lamps
Collection of 19th Century French Glass Weaver Oil Lamps

Collection of 19th Century French Glass Weaver Oil Lamps

Located in Buisson, FR

Rare collection of three hand blown glass weaver oil lamps from the South of France, France, circa 1800-1900 Very good condition. Copper wick holders of recent date. Measures:H:16-26...

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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Blown Glass

French Country Lantern - Verdigris Finish
French Country Lantern - Verdigris Finish

French Country Lantern - Verdigris Finish

Located in Westwood, NJ

French Country Lantern, This hexagonal lantern has a fluted lotus roof, fleur de lis reticulated panel sides, glass sides and door with three li...

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21st Century and Contemporary European French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Copper

1930's French Gilt Bronze Light Fixture with Beaded Glass
1930's French Gilt Bronze Light Fixture with Beaded Glass

1930's French Gilt Bronze Light Fixture with Beaded Glass

Located in New York, NY

Circa 1930's French gilt bronze light fixture with beaded glass, flowers design

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1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Bronze

1940's Pair of French Small Cut Glass Crystal Table Lamps
1940's Pair of French Small Cut Glass Crystal Table Lamps

1940's Pair of French Small Cut Glass Crystal Table Lamps

Located in New York, NY

A circa 1940's French small cut glass crystal table lamps

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1940s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting

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Brass

Vintage Large Wrought Iron 10 Candle Lights Chandelier
Vintage Large Wrought Iron 10 Candle Lights Chandelier

Vintage Large Wrought Iron 10 Candle Lights Chandelier

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

this is a wonderful preowned Vintage Large Wrought Iron 10 Candle Lights Cage Chandelier. This chandelier has a great original patina to the iron, It is in working order. Very god vi...

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1970s Mexican Vintage French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

French Provincial  Iron & Painted Carved Wood Twelve Arm Chandelier
French Provincial  Iron & Painted Carved Wood Twelve Arm Chandelier

French Provincial Iron & Painted Carved Wood Twelve Arm Chandelier

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

French Provincial iron and painted carved wood twelve arm fixture with gilded accents. A very fine piece. Nicely aged with beautiful patina.

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20th Century French Provincial Lighting

Materials

Iron

Vintage French Rattan Table Lamp, Mid-20th Century, Tripod Base, 1960
Vintage French Rattan Table Lamp, Mid-20th Century, Tripod Base, 1960

Vintage French Rattan Table Lamp, Mid-20th Century, Tripod Base, 1960

Located in Bristol, GB

French table lamp c.1960 Rattan shade on metal tripod base. Rewired with vintage style twisted fabric covered cable. Excellent original condition, no losses or breaks. Sturdy with...

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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Lighting

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Rattan

French Provincial lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique French Provincial lighting 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 lighting created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used French Provincial lighting made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original lighting, popular names associated with this style include Maison Baguès, Edward F. Caldwell & Co., Accolay Pottery, and Pierre Deux. 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 lighting differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $105 and tops out at $18,000 while the average work can sell for $3,400.