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
1940's Paul Hanson Urn Shaped Crystal Table Lamps - Pair
Located in New York, NY
pair of circa 1940's Paul Hanson crystal urn shaped table lamps
Category
1940s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Crystal
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...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Steel
Antique Italian Glass Paneled Lantern
Located in Houston, TX
Antique Italian glass paneled lantern circa 1900-1910. Cast brass with soft, natural green-verdigris patina. Not wired.
Category
Early 1900s Italian Antique French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass, Iron
Antique French Provincial Hand Painted Faience Oil Lamp
Located in New Orleans, LA
A lovely antique French provincial hand painted faience oil lamp having lovely Country French colors of robins egg blue, reds, oranges, greens, and pinks.
Category
1850s French Antique French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass
$90 Sale Price
55% Off
19th Century French Pair of Copper Pendant Lights with Detailed Gold Tassel
Located in New York, NY
A bell shaped 19th century pair of french pendant lights. Made out of copper with a beautiful woven gold tassel detail with fringes. Very...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Copper
French Provençal Painted Iron Chandelier with Wooden Bead Garlands
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking example of French Provençal rustic elegance, this chandelier captures the charm of the countryside with its beautifully aged presence. Crafted with a scrolling painted iro...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal
Pair of Hexagonal Glass Paneled Domed Verdigris Green Copper Lanterns
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of French hexagonal glass paneled domed verdigris green copper lanterns dating to the early 20th century. Unwired. Sold together and priced $10,400 for the pair.
Four total (tw...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Copper, Iron
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.
Category
20th Century French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Iron
6 Arm Crystal Chandelier Hung with Coloured Fruits This is a stunning piece
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
6 Arm Crystal Chandelier Hung with Coloured Fruits
This is a stunning piece, the bright gilt frame is hung with juicy fruits of Amber, Ruby, Amethyst and Emerald
A truly lovely piec...
Category
1920s Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Crystal
1940's French Sunburst Double Light Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's French gilt bronze sunburst double light sconces.
Category
1940s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$4,200 / set
French Empire Gilt Bronze Bouillotte Lamp
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th century French Empire Bouillotte two candelabra lamp with shade. Parcel gilt base, two scrolling arms, ribbed globe center over two gold ...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Marble, Bronze
$2,240 Sale Price
30% Off
1930’s French Bagues Small Elegant Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1930’s French gilt metal small chandelier by Bagues with crystal flowers and hanging crystals on body
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Metal
French 19th Century Baccarat 12-Light Chandelier
By Baccarat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning French 19th century Baccarat glass chandelier consisting of 12 detailed glass branches with candelabra sockets resting on alluring c...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Glass
Lovely Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamp in Wood, 1960s, France
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
We have two identical lamps with slightly different lampshades, which is hardly noticeable. See photo where both are next to each other.
The lamp is executed with E27 Edison screw f...
Category
1960s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Wood
1930 French Beaded Crystal Chandelier 11 Lights
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1930’s French Bague's beaded crystal chandelier with 11 lights
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Crystal
1920 French Opaline Glass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
pair of circa 1920's French Opaline glass table lamps with bronze base
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$5,800 / set
Vintage Murano Opaline Glass Table Lamps White Gold
Located in Smyrna, GA
Vintage French glass table lamps in White Opaline. The ethereal glow of the glass is courtesy of the Opaline. The WHITE MIST color has a slight hint of PALE YELLOW, rimmed with hand-...
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Blown Glass
Early 20th Century French Pottery Anduze Urn Table Lamp
Located in Vero Beach, FL
French Anduze Table Lamp
Exquisite early 20th century ceramic table lamp in French country, Provincial style. The urn from the Anduze County, in the South of France, was later conv...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Ceramic
1930's French Silver Plated Light Fixture with Crystal Flowers
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's French silver plated chandelier with flower crystals inset. (Pair available)
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Wrought Iron and Stained Glass Ceiling Lantern Lamp, 1950s
Located in Miami, FL
Antique wrought iron and stained glass ceiling lantern lamp
Old outdoor lantern lamp with wrought iron ceiling and colored glass.
Wrought i...
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal
French Brass Night Watchman’s Lantern This is a lovely piece
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
French Brass Night Watchman’s Lantern
This is a lovely piece, originally an oil lamp, it has been given a new lease of life with the addition of elec...
Category
19th Century Antique French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair 1930’s Bagues one light sconces silver leaf
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1930’s French one light sconces in silver finish and newly rewired for the US.
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal
$4,800 / set
1930's French Three Light Bagues Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1930’s gilt metal 3 lights sconces with crystal leaves and flowers
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Metal
$7,800 / set
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Copper
$5,960 / item
Early French Two-Tier Forged Iron Chandelier
Located in Houston, TX
Early French two-tier forged iron chandelier circa 1740-1780. Beautiful naturally pitted patina on all hand-forged iron surfaces. All-original. Not wired for electricity. A second ve...
Category
1750s French Antique French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Iron
Solid Brass Outdoor Lanterns by Phoenix Day Co
By Phoenix Day Co. Inc.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Gorgeous Solid Brass Country French Wall Lanterns suitable for wet or dry location, Beautiful heavily seeded glass panels make for a super charming look. Quality and style. Ready to...
Category
2010s American French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass
$2,600 / set
1930's French Bagues Silver Leaf Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1930's French silvered leaf metal sconces with glass birds design
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
$8,800 / set
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...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$35,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Hexagonal Glass Paneled Domed Verdigris Green Copper Lantern
Located in Houston, TX
French hexagonal glass paneled domed verdigris green copper lantern dating to the early 20th century. Unwired.
Four total (two pairs) similar lantern...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Copper, Iron
1930's French Nickel Plated Crystal Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's French (probably Bagues) bought in Pairs, beautiful crystals on body. (2 available) High could be adjust
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$18,000 / item
Emerald Green French Teardrop Chandelier From The 1950s
Located in Hannover, DE
This is an absolutely beautiful and stunning loaded chandelier in a good conditon despitete its age. It has a rare green glass drops and beads or crystal balls. This beautiful chande...
Category
1950s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Gold Leaf
Pair of French Gilt Wrought Iron Carved Wood Two-Arm Electrified Wall Sconces
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A pair of gilt wrought iron two-arm wall sconces, beautifully decorated with leaf on hand-carved and hand-painted giltwood in French Provincial Style, France, 1880-1890. The wall sco...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
$2,257 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Collection of 19th Century French Glass Lanterns
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful collection of 3 very rare glass lanterns. Lyon, France, circa 1900, in good but weathered condition.
H:28-30cm W:9cm D:6,5cm
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal
$1,061 / set
1930’s Mercury Glass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
pair of circa 1930’s French Mercury cut crystal table lamps
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Mercury Glass
$4,200 / set
A "sea snail" lamp - French folk art - 1950s
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A "sea snail" lamp in the style of French folk art, created in the 1950s, was often crafted using large sea shells as a central element.
"Sea shell" lamps were popular during this p...
Category
1950s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Marble
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
Category
1940s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass
1930’s French Bagues 2 Lights Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1930’s French Bagues double light sconces with mirrored cut crystal body
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal
$6,800 / set
Vintage French Rope Floor Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bring a touch of coastal charm into your home with this unique rope floor lamp. Featuring a tall, twisted rope design with a knotted base, this piece adds rustic elegance and a nauti...
Category
1940s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Rope
Elegant Vintage French-Style Crystal Wall Sconce
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add timeless charm and sophistication to your space with this exquisite vintage French-style wall sconce. Featuring ornate brass detailing, two graceful candle-style arms, and delica...
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
$4,700 / set
Large Giltwood Lantern with 4 Lights, Hand-Carved Reproduction
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large giltwood lantern with 4 lights, hand-carved reproduction.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Giltwood
Charming Little French Boudoir Floor Lamp
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Charming Little French Boudoir Floor Lamp
This is a delightful little piece, in plumb velvet and gold and with its original silk brocade shade which is old and has some staining to ...
Category
Early 1900s Antique French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Velvet
Pair of French Louis XV-Style Porcelain Provincial Figural Lamps
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition:
Original Vintage Condition
Materials: Porcelain, New Shades, Gilt Metal, Metal Bases
Lamps:
27”H x 8.50”W x 5.50”D
Shade:
11.50"H x 12"W x 12"D
Category
1920s German Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal
Large Hexagonal Glass-Paneled Domed Verdigris-Green Copper Lantern
Located in Houston, TX
Large French hexagonal glass-paneled domed verdigris-green copper lantern dating to the early 20th century. Unwired.
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Copper, Iron
1930’s French Gilt Metal Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1930’s gilt metal double light sconces with floral design by Bagues from Iranian princess state in NYC
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal
$4,800 / set
1930’s French Birds Sconces 3 Lights
Located in New York, NY
1930 French Bagues gilt metal and crystal birds sconces with 3 lights
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal
$5,800 / set
French Tole and Glass Polychrome Pastel Flower Cage Pendant Light, 1950s
Located in Barntrup, DE
French Tole and glass polychrome pastel flower cage pendant light, circa the 1950s.
Adorable cage-shaped pendant light fixture made of hand-painted metal in polychrome pastel tones, adorned with flowers and leaves. A single light with a frosted, hand-painted glass lampshade...
Category
1950s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal
1940 Cut Crystal Table Lamps Pair
Located in New York, NY
pair of circa 1940's French cut glass crystal table lamps with unusual molded design
Category
1940s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
$6,800 / set
1930's French Bagues Silver Plated and Crystal Bird Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's French Bagues crystal bird and silver plated metal sconces with 2 lights. Available 4 pairs, price per pair
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Silver Plate
1930's French Silver Plated Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's French silver plated light fixture with crystals 8 interior lights
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Brass
$16,000 / item
Gilt and Patinated Iron Chandelier
Located in Norwood, NJ
Gilt and patinated iron chandelier. Having an Italian country feel with a nod to Renaissance Revival. Full and clean lines.
36" height not i...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Iron
Mid-20th Century Brass Three-Arm Bouillotte Lamp with Red Tole Shade
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous brass three-arm bouillotte lamp with red & gold tole shade
USA, Circa 1950s
Measures: 12.75"W x 12.75"D x 26"H
Very good original vintage condition. Lamp has thre...
Category
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
$700 Sale Price
45% Off
Hexagonal Glass Paneled Domed Verdigris Green Copper Lantern
Located in Houston, TX
French hexagonal glass paneled domed verdigris green copper lantern dating to the early 20th century. Unwired.
Four total (two pairs) similar lantern...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Copper, Iron
Pair, Les Heritiers Bronze Faux Bois Tree Trunk Form Table Lamps - Signed
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Sculptural Table Lamps
Les Héritiers (French, contemporary)
Cast bronze with black patinated finish
France, early 21st century
This expressive pair of table lamps by the Fre...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Visual Comfort French Bouillotte Brass 4 Arm Candelabra Table Lamp Tole Shade
Located in Dayton, OH
Large and Impressive late 20th century French inspired Bouillotte lamp by Visual Comfort. Features a four arm candelabra over baluster support and square footed base. The lamp featur...
Category
Late 20th Century French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass
$880 Sale Price
20% Off
1940’s French Bagues 12 Lights Chandelier with Glass Body
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930’s French gilt metal 12 lights chandelier with glass leave and body. In great condition.
Category
1940s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal
1940's Italian Small Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1940's Italian small crystal chandelier with dark patinated finish
Category
1940s Italian Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Metal
1940’s French Crystal Bird Cage Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1940’s French bird cage chandelier with glass leaves and glass birds, also rock crystals hanging on 8 lights
Category
1940s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Metal, Silver Plate
1920's French Small Opaline Glass Light Fixtures
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Opaline glass lanterns with interior light and nickel-plated hardware.
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Blown Glass, Opaline Glass
$2,400 / item
Brentwood Six Light Chandelier by Miamar Home
Located in Los Angeles, CA
6-Light Chandelier with iron & wood tassel drops throughout. There are only remnants of paint left on the fixture in a stunning green/blue coloration. There are garlands of English...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Crystal
$1,900 Sale Price
50% Off
Vintage French Style Topiary Fruit Bowl Carved Wood Table Lamps, a pair
Located in Boynton Beach, FL
Pair of classic Italian or French style topiary fruit bowl lamps. Carved from wood. Offering a beautiful silhouette from afar and with exceptional texture as you go in for a closer l...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Wood
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.