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
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
Six-Arm Italian Chandelier
Located in Houston, 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...
Category
2010s American French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass, Steel, Iron
Early Two-Tier Forged Iron Chandelier
Located in Houston, TX
Early two-tier forged iron chandelier circa 1780-1819. Beautiful naturally pitted patina on all hand-forged iron surfaces. All-original. Not wi...
Category
Early 19th Century Spanish Antique French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Iron
Pair of Vintage Two-Arm Iron Sconces
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of vintage two-arm iron sconces from France. Newly wired for use within the USA. Sold together and priced $1,400 for the pair.
Category
Late 20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Steel
Small Dainty Brass Pendant Lantern This is a dainty Lantern it has 4 glazed sid
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Small Dainty Brass Pendant Lantern
This is a dainty Lantern it has 4 glazed sides
The lamp is wired for electricity and ready to hang it will have to be connected to an electrical ...
Category
1910s Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass
Antique Country French Wrought Iron Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Country French Wrought Iron Chandelier is a timeless design, featuring a prominent fleur de lys taking center stage! A substantial length of original chain with canopy survi...
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Iron
Classic Style Lantern , Bronze Finish , English style , Beveled Glass
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A good size Lantern made for a Lighting Designer in Los Angeles . All metal body metal finished in a Bronze Finish . Has a Ceiling Canopy of 6" dia . Total drop from Canopy to botto...
Category
1990s American French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal
Tall Green Marble Table Lamp
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Tall Green Marble Table Lamp
This is a very heavy piece it is made in solid marble, the lamp has a shaped carved central column with Superb Marbling...
Category
1960s Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Marble
Antique French Iron Wall Lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful distressed lantern approximate 27” height and 30 height including bracket. 19” depth from wall. 18” wide.
Old glass with crackle appearance. Scroll iron work and 3 light c...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Iron
Italian Crystal, Giltwood and Iron Chandelier
Located in Houston, TX
Italian crystal, giltwood and iron chandelier circa 1900-1929. Turned giltwood and iron chandelier decorated in cut glass bobeches, presse...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Gold Leaf
French Brass Bouillotte Twin Desk Lamp
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
French Brass Bouillotte Twin Desk Lamp
A lovely piece, a brass twin sconce lamp with its original velvet fringed shade
A Very traditional design with two...
Category
1960s Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass
Tole, Glass and Iron Lantern
Located in Houston, TX
Tole, glass and iron lantern dating to early 20th century, France. Not wired for electricity, but can be wired, or fitted for usage with gas, for an add...
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Steel, Iron
Petite French Empire Style Crystal Basket Chandelier
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Petite French empire style crystal basket chandelier.
This is a lovely little piece it has a bright brass frame hung with chains forming a basket and a brass roundel...
Category
Early 20th Century French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Crystal
1930's French Gilt Metal Flush Mount with Frosted Glass
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's French gilt metal light fixtures flush mounted with frosted glass inset
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
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
Wrought Iron French Wall Sconces - A Pair -Electrified with Charming Patina
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Elevate your home decor with this exquisite pair of antique wrought iron wall sconces. These timeless pieces feature intricate scroll...
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
19th Century French Apothecary Jar Lamps-A Pair
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Based on their design and the historical context of similar apothecary jars, these French apothecary jars likely date from the late 19th century to the early 20th century. During thi...
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Ceramic
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
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Iron
Antique French Hand Painted Porcelain & Brass Petroleum Table Lamps - Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique French Hand Painted Porcelain & Brass Electric Petroleum Table Lamps - Pair
Decorate your living room with this stunning pair of ornate Napoleon III pale pink, electric petr...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal
Wrought Iron French Wall Sconce -Electrified with Charming Patina
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Elevate your home decor with this antique wrought iron wall sconce. This timeless piece features intricate scrollwork and a beautiful...
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of 19th Century French Gilt Bronze Wired Wall Sconces
Located in Pearland, TX
Classic French gilt bronze wall sconces, having lovely faceted crystals. Newly rewired and ready to hang.
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Bronze
1920's Large Bronze and Crystal Hangings Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920’s large bronze chandelier with different color crystal pendants, with 8 lights and 8 interior lights
Category
1910s Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Ceramic Lamp Vintage 1950s
Located in Paris, FR
Large ceramic lamp 1950s
New lampshade and electrical system.
Foot H44 x L22 x P11 cm -
with lampeshade H75 xD40 cm.
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Ceramic
Very Fine French Wire Candle Chandelier
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Fine French Country Wire chandelier featuring eight swooping S-curve arms detailed with scrolled motifs around simple candle sconces. The arms emerge from a shapely inverted gourd or...
Category
20th Century French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal, Wire
Tall French Turned Oak Table Lamp
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Tall French Turned Oak Table Lamp
This lamp has a turned upright which sits on a turned wooden base, it is in good condition, the wiring is new, this is a very fine quality lamp, I ...
Category
1930s Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Oak
Complementary pair of French country style pottery table lamps
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a complementary pair of French country style pottery table lamps. These handsome lamps are identical with the exception of the color. One lamp is a burnt rust and brown and t...
Category
1990s Unknown French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Pottery
1940’s Silver Plated 20 Interior Lights Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1940’s French silver plated chandelier with beaded crystals and 20 interior lights
Category
1940s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Metal, Silver Plate
French Style Ten-Arm Bronze Gold Doré Chandelier Rose Swag Details
Located in Toledo, OH
Impressive French style ten-arm chandelier in bronze with a gold doré finish. Ornate swag and rose details on the chain. Shades are not included.
Category
20th Century French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Bronze
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
1930 French Bagues Unusual Chandelier 10 Lights with Rock Crystals
Located in New York, NY
Very unusual shape French Bagues gilt metal 10 lights chandelier. It has oval flat shape in the middle and scrolled arms design on the sides, rock crystals hangings all over chandelier.
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Metal
Vintage Yellow Painted Tole Lamp
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Vintage Yellow Painted Tole Lamp
Unique piece purchased in France. Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos or message us with questions.
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair 1940 Large White Opaline Glass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1940's French tall white Opaline glass impressive and simple design
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Bronze
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
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 Empire Style Ceiling Lamps
Located in Dallas, TX
A Pair of matching French Empire style ceiling lamps with a gold gilt frame and iridescent beads.
Circa: 20th century.
Measures: H: 7 1/2" W: 9 1/2".
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Elegant Metal and Glass Sconces Masion Bagues Style
Located in Dallas, TX
This listing features a pair of elegant metal and glass sconces each with two lights. The style these sconces are inspired by a French designer named Maison Bagues, whose style effor...
Category
20th Century Unknown French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal
French Wood Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
This listing features a giltwood and metal 12 light candelabra that likely originated in the 19th century in France. This candelabra was meticulously hand-carved and gilded, which is...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal
Mid-Centrury French Ceramic Table Lamp with Lampshade in Rope
Located in Paris, FR
Mid-centrury french ceramic table lamp with lampshade in rope.
New rope lampeshade.
Measures: Lampshade : H 21 x D 20 cm
ceramic : H 10 x D 9 cm.
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Ceramic, Rope
20th Century French Wrought Iron Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 20th-century French wrought iron chandelier exemplifies rustic elegance with its sturdy construction and artisanal design. Featuring a linear frame suspended by heavy iron chain...
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
Jacques Poussine huge ceramic lamp. Unique work. Sant Vicens France circa 1950s
Located in leucate, FR
Unique work by Jacques Poussine.
Huge enameled ceramic lamp, superb decoration with abstract and organic patterns mastered only by Jacques Poussine.
Magnificent work of firing and ...
Category
1950s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century Bronze Baccarat Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
This is a beautiful 19th century French bronze baccarat chandelier. It is rewired, and ready to hang.
Category
1980s Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Two Pairs of Napoleon III Cast Iron Lamps
Located in Washington, DC
Wonderful patina on these two pairs of cast iron finial lamps.
The bases are made of wood. Newly wired. $ 2500 a pair.
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Iron
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
French Hanging Iron Pot & Pan, Farm Animal Figures Chandelier, Pendant, 10 bulbs
Located in Plainview, NY
A vintage French hanging iron pot and pan holder with hooks pendant or chandelier , 10 arms. This unique lighting fixture embodies a whimsical yet elegant design, expertly blending ...
Category
20th Century European French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass, Iron
20th Century French Lamp
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 20th-century gilded wood lamp exudes timeless elegance with its classic design and original gold leaf gilding, which remains in excellent condition. The sculpted base features a...
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Giltwood
Two Chic Six-Arm Chandeliers in Lovely French Grey Finish, Gilt Accents.
Located in Buchanan, MI
Two chic six-arm chandeliers in lovely French grey finish, gilt accents. Newly wired and ready for installation. Priced per chandelier.
Category
20th Century Unknown French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Tôle
French 17/18th Century Hand Forged Iron Candleholder
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful hand forged Iron candleholder in Gothic style.
Although the Gothic period was already over this style stayed popular for a long time in the French country side.
Very beautiful detailed with French Fleur de lyse...
Category
17th Century French Antique French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Iron
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
Audoux Minet Attributed Rope Ceilling Light 2 Green Glass balls France, 1950
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This Ceilling Light can be attributed to Audoux Minnet, Frida, and Adrian, considering their appearance and materials, and techniques. Audoux-Minnet has been producing with Vibo in M...
Category
1960s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Rope, Glass
Scandinavian Handmade Mid-Century Modern Wood Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely lamp from the 1960s. Very impressive. Very nice condition. Socket e27. Dimmable.
Fully functional. Works with 220V and 110V. Wiring is suitable f...
Category
1960s Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal
1940’s French Glass Drop Crystals Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930’s French crystal chandelier with interior lights
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal
Monumental Pair Of Antique French Patinated Metal Sconces
Located in Houston, TX
Monumental Pair Of Antique French Patinated Metal Sconces.
This amazing pair of French country patinated metal sconces, possibly bronze can be used as candl...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Bronze, Iron
Grande Lampe Hubert Olivier en céramique française décor French Riviera 1990
By Olivier U
Located in London, England
Très grande lampe de décoration du fabricant Hubert Olivier. En céramique avec un décor de ville méditerranéenne.
Les lampes de cette manufacture, ont é...
Category
1990s French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Ceramic
Brass 12-Arm Chandelier
Located in Doylestown, PA
A French style 12-arm brass chandelier with cast leaves and floral decoration.
Category
Early 2000s French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass
Very Fine French Provincial Iron Chandelier. France, circa 1900
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very fine French Provincial Iron chandelier. France, circa 1900.
6 Lights.
Dimensions: Height 37 1/2", diameter 22"
CW3957.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Iron
1930's French Bagues Bronze Light Fixture with Crystals
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's French gilt bronze chandelier with beaded crystal flowers on body. Available pair
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Brass
French Toile Style Transfer Printed Porcelain Lamp - U.S.A. - Circa 1950's
Located in Chatham, ON
French toile de jouy style transfer printed lamp - featuring a continuous pattern of flowers and birds on all four sides - green printed pattern on a white glazed ground - original p...
Category
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Ceramic, Wood
French, 19th Century Metal Lantern
Located in Buisson, FR
Very rare folk art lantern, France, circa 1800-1850.
Beautiful weathered. Glass is old but to my opinion of later date.
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal
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.