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.
Antique French Cast Brass Coat of Arms Wall Mirror, Early 20th Century
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning antique tabletop or wall mirror featuring two mythological dragons holding a coat of arms or family crest with a crown, star, and fleur-de-lis France, Early 20th Century ...
Brass
French 19th Century Faux Bamboo Mirror
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A faux-bamboo mirror from France, turn of the century circa 1890, with a lovely amber-brown patina in the frame. This tall mirror features rectangular proportions and symmetry to han...
Glass, Mirror, Pine
1970s Large French Provincial Hanging Mirror by Lenoir
Located in Germantown, MD
1972 French provincial wall hanging mirror by Lenoir. Measures 40" wide and 29.5" in height. Very good vintage condition.
Mirror, Hardwood, Paint
Davis Cabinet Co. French Provincial Louis XV Carved Oak Wall Mirror, Circa 1960s
By Carolina Mirror Corp, Davis Cabinet Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style carved oak framed wall mirror By Davis Cabinet Company (produced by Carolina Mirror Corp.) USA, Circa 1960s Measures: 21.5"W x 1.25"D x...
Mirror, Oak
French 19th Century Symmetrical Egg & Dart Gilt Mirror
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A stunning 19th century French gold gilt mirror of thick egg & dart molding around the original glass. The frame is of impressive scale, with bold definition between the smoothness o...
Gold
$458Sale Price|59% Off
French 1950s Wicker Rattan Oval Wall Mirror
Located in Copenhagen, DK
French Riviera 1950s oval hand woven and braided rattan mirror. Large wicker decorated frame with soft organic shapes that allows for hanging the...
Rattan, Mirror, Wood
$5,200 / set
French Pair of 19th Century Arched Gilt Mirrors
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A lovely pair of gilt mirrors from 19th century France, their strong proportions of the arch-top frames are emphasized by red bole clay peeking through the shimmering gold. Restraine...
Gold
Vintage French Country Provincial Cherry Wood Rectangular Wall Mirror by White
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Vintage French Country Provincial Solid Cherry Wood Rectangular Wall Mirror with Roun...
Mirror, Cherry
French 20th Century Rectangular Vertical Gold Gilt Mirror with Floral crest
Located in Miami, FL
An exceptional rectangular mirror hand-crafted in France, this piece is vertical symmetrical and the original mirror plate sparkles with diamond dust.. This mirror is beautiful and f...
Giltwood
White Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Carved Fruitwood Tall Wall Mirrors
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Provincial Louis XV style carved fruitwood framed tall wall mirrors By White Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Each measures: 20.25"W x 2"D x 50.5"H. Good orig...
Mirror, Fruitwood
$1,800 / set
French 19th Century Pair of Painted Mirrors
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Lovely pair of French 19th century wall mirrors with delicate Neoclassical motifs embossed in the recessed part frame, softened under an allover “French grey” paint and craquelure te...
Glass, Mirror, Wood, Paint
French 19th Century Oak Trifold Wall Mirror
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A massive late 19th century French oak trifold mirror originally a fixture in a dressmaker or tailor shop, soon to be an indispensable part of a well-appointed dressing room or close...
Steel
$3,160Sale Price|20% Off
French Louis Philippe Giltwood Mirror
Located in Dallas, TX
This French Louis Philippe period giltwood wall mirror from the mid-19th century is a stunning piece featuring an arched frame adorned with intricate floral motifs. The elegance of t...
Giltwood
$2,900
Giltwood Sunburst Mirror
Located in Chireno, TX
Giltwood sunburst mirror, circa 1910, France. Hand-carved with original gilded finish and mirror glass.
Mirror, Giltwood
Large 19th Century French Silver Gilt Mirror
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Large 19th Century French silver gilt architectural mirror.
Silver
French 19th Century Trumeau with Original Mirror Glass
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This large 19th century French trumeau mirror is quite elegant, pared down to minimal decorative carvings that suggest a Louis XVI influence. A gilded crest in the center of the frie...
Mirror, Hardwood, Paint
Gilded Beveled French Style Mirror by John Richard
By John Richard
Located in Toledo, OH
Beautifully carved French style mirror with a washed gilded finish by John Richard. Floral details and a rope border design accent add formal appe...
Wood, Giltwood
Antique French Pier Wall Mirror Renaissance Black Forest Lion Crest Carved Oak
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique French Pier wall mirror renaissance black forest lion crest carved oak. Direct from France, another fabulous hand carved frame mirror, one ...
Mirror, Oak
1940s French Riviera Faux Bamboo Mirror, Natural Brown & Beige Tones
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
1940s French Riviera Faux Bamboo Mirror, Natural Brown & Beige Tones Description: This beautiful 1940s French bamboo mirror, crafted in France, embodies the timeless elegance of the...
Wood
French 19th Century Gold Mantel Mirror
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A dramatic French 19th century gold gilt mantel mirror with original mirror glass revealing curious patches of foxing. The rectilinear molding incorporates a subtle, trellised motif ...
Gold
French 18th Century Painted Trumeau With Floral Basket Painting Over Mirror
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French 18th Century painted trumeau mirror with floral basket painting over the mirror and gilded accents. Gorgeous original details. Add some French style to your home or design pro...
Mirror, Wood
Antique French Facet-Cut Mirror in Carved Wood, circa 1850
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1850 / Mirror / wood / Antique This elegant French mirror from circa 1850 is a distinguished example of 19th-century craftsmanship, offering both decorative refinement and ...
Wood
French 19th Century Vertical Gold Gilt Mirror with Floral crest
Located in Miami, FL
An exceptional large scale mirror hand-crafted in France, this piece is vertical symmetrical and the original mirror plate sparkles with diamond dust.. This mirror is beautiful and f...
Giltwood
Antique Facet-Cut Mirror in Carved Wood, France 1850s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1850 / Mirror / wood / Antique This elegant French mirror from circa 1850 combines timeless design with rich materiality. Framed in carved wood with a deep, warm patina, th...
Mirror, Wood
19th Century French Leather Floral and Fruit Wall Mirror
Located in High Point, NC
FABULOUS and UNUSUAL 19th century wall mirror with an exquisite frame of flowers and fruit made from leather. This is one of those pieces that will make your home! It is a showstop...
Leather, Mirror
Late 18th Century French Trumeau Mirror
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Late 18th Century French trumeau with original mirror and painted decoration.
Mirror, Wood
Large Vintage Curved French Provincial Silver Gold Finish Wall Mirror by Karges
Located in Miami, FL
Large Wood Curved French Provincial Silver Gold Finish Wall Mirror by Karges. USA 1970s.
Wood
$4,200 / set
Tall Vintage Gilt Dressing Mirror Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A refined pair of vintage Louis XVI-style mirrors featuring carved giltwood frames adorned with elegant ribbon and floral motifs. Each mirror is surrounded by a sculptural bow crest ...
Mirror, Wood
1970s Italian Dal Vera Bamboo Rattan Midcentury French Riviera Mirror
By Dal Vera
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern mirror in bamboo and rattan probably from renowned Dal Vera manufacturer. The organic beauty of the woven materials is timeless and Classic...
Bamboo, Rattan, Mirror
Louis XVI Style Trumeau Original from Paris
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th century LXVI style Trumeau original purchased in Paris. Gesso and painted white with original mirror installed. Overall size: 73 3/4" x W 51 1/2".
Gesso
19th Century French Provincial Patinated Mirror with Carved Wood Frame
Located in High Point, NC
A timeworn patina gives this antique wooden mirror an eye-catching personality. Made in France in the 1800s, the pronounced forms and deep relie...
Mirror, Wood
Large Light Brown Washed and Carved Mirror
Located in Chireno, TX
Large light brown washed and carved mirror circa 1870-1899. Gesso-covered mirror washed in light brown color with remnants of original terracotta color size...
Silver Leaf
Vintage Gilt Wood Mirror by Harrison & Gil
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and handle all the shipping details. However, if you let us know what 1st Dibs is quoting you and give us your zip code, we can sometimes ship it for less and get it to you faster. For a shipping quote, click on "ASK THE SELLER" under the purchase button and provide your zip code. Offering One of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Carved Gilt Wood Scroll & Foliate Beveled Mirror by Harrison & Gil Can be hung on wall vertically or horizontally. We have another larger Harrison Gil mirror...
Gold Leaf
$900Sale Price / set|40% Off
French Provincial Style Pine Wood Wall Tall Mirror by Drexel, a Pair
By Drexel
Located in Plainview, NY
A pair of French provincial wall tall mirrors by Drexel Heritage. The quality mirrors 'frame is finely carved of pine wood showing beautiful natural grain. The mirrors are embellished with a large acanthus in the top and feature nice carving details. They are sturdy , well made and signed and numbered by Drexel in the back. This pair of French provincial style Drexel mirrors...
Mirror, Pine
Baker Furniture English Barley Twist Carved Oak Framed Wall Mirror, Circa 1960s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous English barley twist carved oak framed wall mirror By Baker Furniture, "Milling Road" Collection USA, Circa 1960s Measures: 31.75" W x 2" D x 44" H. Very good ...
Mirror, Oak
French 19th Century Large Vertical Gold Gilt Mirror with Floral crest
Located in Miami, FL
An exceptional large scale mirror hand-crafted in France, this piece is vertical symmetrical and the original mirror plate sparkles with diamond dust.. This mirror is beautiful and f...
Giltwood
1950's Gold Gilt Rectangle Mirror
Located in Louisville, KY
This gorgeous gilt-wood mirror originated in the 1950's and has been holding its own ever since. As classic and simplistic design along with its thick framing makes this mirror a mus...
Mirror, Giltwood
Vintage French Provincial Carved Reticulated Oval Foliate Acanthus Vanity Mirror
Located in Dayton, OH
A very large vintage oval wall mirror with a gray, weathered / distressed chic wood frame, pierced / carved with a scrolling French Provincial inspired foliate / acanthus motif. Can ...
Mirror, Hardwood
French Provincial Louis XV Carved Oak Framed Wall Mirror by Hickory
By Hickory Manufacturing Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French country Louis XV style carved oak framed wall mirror By Hickory Manufacturing Co. USA, 1970s Oak and mirror Measur...
Mirror, Oak
Large 18th‑Century Oak Bench with Velvet Upholstery, France
Located in Meulebeke, BE
This impressive 18th‑century oak bench combines the quiet authority of early European craftsmanship with the soft, time‑worn elegance of vintage velvet. Generous in scale and beautif...
Velvet, Oak
French Black Painted Gold Gilt Carved Wall Mirror
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Fabulous hand carved French mirror, with lots of details throughout. This painted black with gilt gold details features two panels of mirrors, one plain glass and the other oxidized ...
Wood, Paint
1960s Italian Bamboo Rattan Bohemian French Riviera Rectangle Wall Mirror
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet, Franca Helg, Antonio Piva and Franco Albini
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern rectangle mirror, perfect in any room or in a bedroom. This charming piece is in the typical style of Audoux and Minet where the organic be...
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Mirror
French Mid-Century Sunburst Wall Mirror, 1960s, in Natural Bamboo and Rattan
Located in Barcelona, ES
Evoking the relaxed elegance of French Riviera interiors from the 1960s, this handcrafted sunburst mirror in natural bamboo and rattan is a radiant example of mid-century design meet...
Bamboo, Mirror, Rattan
Romweber French Provincial Louis XV Cream Lacquered Wall Mirror, Circa 1960s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial or French Rococo Louis XV style wall mirror By Romweber USA, Circa 1960s Carved cream lacquered walnut, with silver gilt trim. Measures: 34.75"W x 1....
Mirror, Walnut, Lacquer
Pair Of Mid Century Provincial Style Ornate Carved Mahogany Frame Mirrors
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair Of Mid Century Provincial Style Ornate Carved Mahogany Frame Mirrors.
Composition
$1,721Sale Price|20% Off
Elegant Wrought Iron Vanity Mirror
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful wrought iron dressing table dating from the early 1900s, fine French manufacture. The dressing table vanity mirror has a wrought iron fr...
Wrought Iron
French 19th Century Symmetrical Large Vertical Gold Gilt Mirror with crest 7.8Ft
Located in Miami, FL
An exceptional large scale mirror hand-crafted in France, this piece measures over 6 feet in height, is symmetrical and the original mirror plate sparkles with diamond dust.. This mi...
Giltwood
White Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Carved Cherry Wood Triple Mirror
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style carved cherry wood framed mirror By White Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Measures: 58"W x 1.25"D x 49.25"H. Very good original vintage con...
Mirror, Cherry
19th Century French Provincial Gilt Wall Mirror with Moulded Frame
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
An Elegant 19th Century Gilt Wall Mirror This is a lovely old mirror it is set in a Deeply Moulded Decorative Gilt 4” wide Frame, The looking Glass is in good condition, the frame ...
Mirror
Oyster White Framed Wall Mirror
Located in Malibu, CA
Framed wood mirror in oyster white accented with gold, new mirror, glass, hand painted in oyster then waxed & then buffed with gold accents using gilding wax.
Hardwood, Mirror, Resin
Maison Jansen Englomise Mirror
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, AR
Exquisite Maison Jansen Style Églomisé Arched Mirror with Scrollwork Decoration Product Description A striking and elegant arched wall mirror, executed in the sought-after Maison Jan...
Glass, Mirror, Giltwood
19th Century French Gilt Console Mirror with Carved Scrolls, 1880
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
19th Century French Gilt Console Mirror This is a beautifully Decorative Gold Frame Mirror it is an unusual shape with gilded carving T...
Giltwood
French 19th Century Vertical Gold Gilt Mirror with Floral crest
Located in Miami, FL
An exceptional large scale mirror hand-crafted in France, this piece is vertical symmetrical and the original mirror plate sparkles with diamond dust.. This mirror is beautiful and f...
Giltwood
19c French Antique Louis Philippe Mirror - Small
Located in New Orleans, LA
A beautifully preserved 19th-century Louis-Philippe mirror in a soft whitewashed finish, this petite antique brings understated French elegance to any interior.… All items offered a...
Mirror, Wood
Trumeau Mirror With Washed Wood Frame with Birds and Swag
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Originally purchased from the Design firm Cocobolo in Arming, New York. Lovely tall mirror with a washed gold and cream finish. Top has a carved relief floral swag with ribbons and b...
Mirror, Wood
French Faded Pale Gilt Pier Mirror
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
French faded pale gilt Pier mirror The mirror has a very elaborate large pierced top decoration which hangs over the slightly shabby pale faded gilt frame, it is in good condition...
Giltwood
$5,200Sale Price|20% Off
French Trumeau Panel - Painted with Water Gilding
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Early 19th Century French Trumeau Panel Painted with Water Gilding Very large, unique piece purchased in France. Beautiful Condition. Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos. Mess...
Wood
19th Century French Provincial Wall Mirror with Carved Oak Columns
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
French Carved Oak Wall Mirror with Side Columns The Fine Oak Mirror Frame is Crisply Carved with double turned and fluted columns at each side This is a lovely looking piece it is ...
Oak
French Gilt Tall Dressing Mirror With Window Panels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French gilt floor mirror with beveled window pane details. Gorgeous vintage moire fabric border around the window panes. Beautiful carving det...
Mirror, Wood
Vintage Carved Gilt Mirror
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This striking vintage wall mirror is a masterful example of French Provincial elegance, featuring a sophisticated architectural frame with uniquely scalloped and crested top and bott...
Mirror, Wood