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.
Two Extra Large French Provincial Country Farmhouse Benches, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and elegant pair of French Provincial Country Farmhouse extra large benches. Striking French design from the 1900s. Solid antique oak frames with original solid antique oak ...
Oak
Rose Tarlow Melrose House 18th C Style Italian Neoclassical Walnut Bench - Fortu
By Rose Tarlow
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Rose Tarlow Melrose House 18th C Style Italian Neoclassical Walnut BenchIt is beautifully upholstered in elegant Fortuny fabric on expensive down cushions.
Walnut
Rustic French solid Oak Bench, France, circa 1900
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1900 / Bench / oak / Rustic / French Provence A charming rustic oak bench from the Provence region of France, dating to around 1900. Crafted from solid oak, this piece embo...
Oak
Exceptional Carved And Painted Three Seat Bench
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Colorful, stylish and very well made three seat Painted Bench. On six turned legs with stretcher supports providing support to the upper frame with well carved seat back with arched...
Rush, Wood
18th Century Country French Four Seat Bench
Located in Bradenton, FL
A very nice 18th century country French four seat ladder back bench. The frame looks to be made of Maple and Ash with fruitwood back splats. A new rush seat has been applied along wi...
Fruitwood
Rustic French solid wooden low bench in wabi wabi style, ca. 1880
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1880 / bench / wood / Rustic / Wabi Sabi / Antique Charming low bench crafted in the late 19th century in France. This bench in solid wood was lacquered in a beige color wi...
Wood
$422Sale Price|43% Off
Vintage French Provincial Slatted Pine Bench Seating
Located in Trensacq, FR
French Provincial pine benches from the South West region of France C1980. These simple but stylish, artisan-made wooden 'bancs' sit easily in almost any setting. At over five feet l...
Pine
Large Early 20th Century French Bench in Oak with Long Seat, 1940s
Located in Miami, FL
Early 20th Century Large French Bench in Oak with Long Seat Seat height 47cm
Oak
1950s french pine farmhouse bench
Located in LYON, FR
The essence of peasant furniture: simple, useful, and beautiful. This long 1950s pine farmhouse bench has been fully restored in our workshop to meet the demands of a modern home. Wi...
Pine
French Provincial Walnut & Rush Seat High Sided Bench or Daybed, Mid-Late 19th C
Located in Atlanta, GA
a large scale French Provincial bench with walnut frame and rush seat, topped with a removable custom linen cushion, seat height without cushion is 16.25"
Rush, Walnut
French Provincial Bench, Mahogany & Linen, Brass Nailheads, 1940s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charming petite French Provincial style bench that is newly upholstered in Belgium linen and detailed with brass nailheads.
Brass
18th Century French Provincial Hardwood Bench with Shaped Back and Sled Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 18th-century French provincial bench is a charming example of rural craftsmanship, combining graceful lines with a warm, time-worn patina. Crafted from solid wood, likely chestn...
Hardwood
Super Oak Monks Hall Bench
Located in Swadlincote, GB
A lovely quality European oak hall bench, settle or monks bench, with super carving, lift up lid, good carved lion arm rests, in very good overall condition, having been waxed and c...
Oak
Vintage French Provincial Style Ladder Back Bench Rush Seat
Located in Southampton, NJ
A vintage French Provincial rush seat bench possessing the charm and elegance of French country style with natural materials for a timeless, rustic look. The bench features a gracefu...
Rattan, Rush, Walnut
Rustic oak bench with nice patina, France ca. 1900
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1900 / bench / oak / Rustic / French Provincial A rustic bench with very nice patina in oak wood, crafted around 1900 in France. With two robust legs and a carved stretche...
Oak
$2,129Sale Price|20% Off
18th Century Chest or Coffer Carved Oak, End of Bed French Provincial
Located in Labrit, Landes
Coffer or chest French 18th century carved oak French Provincial country house Very decorative and full of character Decorated with geometrical and vegetal motifs This chest has the ...
Oak
$665Sale Price|20% Off
1950s pine farmhouse bench with spindle legs
Located in LYON, FR
1950s pine farmhouse bench with spindle legs A beautiful pine farmhouse bench with spindle legs, completely restored by us. Protected with a slightly satin varnish, it is very stab...
Pine
1950s French Gray Carved and Painted Bench
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a good looking carved and painted French style bench. It is unmarked with a thick down cushion. The linen fabric appears to be a recent addition. I believe it dates to the 50s.
Upholstery, Wood, Down
$1,590Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of French Antique Style Farmhouse Benches Massive Pine, circa 1930
Located in Labrit, Landes
French pair of benches made in 1930. Thoses benches come from a farmhouse in the South of Bordeaux. In original antique condition sound and soli...
Wood
$858Sale Price|20% Off
French antique bench in solid walnut
Located in LYON, FR
Superb 1950s bench in solid walnut with its unique grain. Entirely restored by our cabinetmaker, the bench is perfectly solid and stable on its legs. Treated and protected with a col...
Walnut
$2,400
French Carved Oak Bench
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century French Provincial carved oak framed bench supporting a newly upholstered seat with whimsical french words printed on the cotton/linen. Aged brass nailheads around the per...
Bronze
French Provincial Style Bench w/ Rush Seat & Leather Cushion
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A charming antique bench featuring a carved ladder-back design with gently serpentine rails and turned supports. The frame retains a softly worn, time-aged painted finish, showcasin...
Leather, Maple
Antique French Country Paint Decorated Bench with Down Filled Cushion
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique French Country Paint Decorated Bench with Down Filled Cushion Additional information: Materials: Feather, Paint, Wood Color: Green...
Wood
Rustic primitive green farmhouse bench in solid oak, France ca. 1900
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1900 / bench / oak / Rustic French Antique large green painted bench with beautiful patina and nice old layers of paint that give it its rustic charm. This bench in solid o...
Oak
$2,016Sale Price|30% Off
Antique Cast Stone Bench on Pedestals
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cast stone garden bench. Slight curve seat sits on two pedestals with carvings. Beautiful aged patina adding elegance to any garden space or e...
Cast Stone
Antique hand carved newly upholstered French country benches/a pair
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a pair of early 20th century handcarved walnut French country style benches. These benches have been newly upholstered in a sage green French country Toile. The benches have ...
Wood
Vintage French Country Cane Bench
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 ...
Mahogany, Cotton
French Provincial Oak and Rush Bench, France, 1940s
Located in Almelo, NL
French Provincial Oak and Rush Bench, France, 1940s This French Provincial three-seat bench, crafted in France during the 1940s, embodies the timeless rustic elegance of regional cr...
Rush, Oak
French Country Mahogany Rush Seat Bench
Located in Southampton, NJ
Classic French ladder back, Mahogany bench with three hand woven rush seats & triple stretcher to the base. Graceful Cabriole legs with carved hoofed feet boast a wonderful rustic lo...
Rush, Mahogany
$2,410Sale Price|20% Off
Early 1900 French Garden Bench with Dragons and Arrows
Located in amstelveen, NL
Garden bench, France, 1900 Fantastic early 1900 garden bench with dragons and arrows in cast iron. The original wooden planks serve as the seat and seatback, covered with many coats...
Iron
Rustic Wooden Bench, Alpines 18th / 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Long bench made of solid wood with a beautiful patina and iron rivets. The bench stands on three legs, with the backrest and seat made from a continuous wooden plank.
Softwood
Antique 19th Century French Oak Bench Pew Pendleton Chief Joseph Fabric 1880
Located in Portland, OR
A good antique French oak bench or pew, freshly & professionally reupholstered with vintage 1960s "Chief Joseph" pattern wool fabric by Pendleton Woolen Mills, in the Henri II st...
Upholstery, Oak
$2,575 / set
Pair of French Tufted Benches with cabriole legs
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of tufted French Louis XV style benches. There are beautiful carved details throughout. The bench stands on four cabriole legs that end in rams head feet. They are upholstered i...
Wood
$1,696Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of French Antique Benches Massive Chestnut, circa 1900
Located in Labrit, Landes
French pair of antique benches made circa 1900. Farmhouse style In original antique condition sound and solid. Shipping: 226/ 39 / 51 cm 25kg
Chestnut
Provincial Style Giltwood and Upholstered Bench
Located in Germantown, MD
A French Provincial Style Giltwood and Upholstered Bench . Measures 51" in width, 18" in depth and stands 18" tall.
Upholstery, Hardwood
Rustic primitive green farmhouse bench in solid oak, France ca. 1900
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1900 / bench / oak / Rustic French Antique large green painted bench with beautiful patina and nice old layers of paint that give it its rustic charm. This bench in solid o...
Oak
18th Century Pine Long Benches
Located in Billingshurst, GB
A pair of 18th century long pine benches. Good seat size and all sturdy. Good colour and patina.
Pine
Pair of French Vintage Style Farmhouse Benches Massive Pine, circa 1960
Located in Labrit, Landes
French pair of benches made circa 1960. Brutalist style made with trunks and half trunks. Small traces of blue paint, nothing disturbing (please see last photo) In original vintage c...
Pine
Pair of Antique French Solid Walnut Benches or Dining Seats with Backs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Great pair of antique walnut wood benches from France. Simple and timeless design with thick wood seat and beautiful wood legs and open wood ...
Walnut
French Directoire Style White Painted Window Bench
Located in Queens, NY
French Provincial LXV style (20th Century) distressed white painted bench with geometric pattern upholstery, carved scrolled arms with shell motifs resting with 6 cabriole legs Good...
Paint
Rustic primitive green farmhouse bench in solid oak, France ca. 1900
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1900 / bench / oak / Rustic French Antique large green painted bench with beautiful patina and nice old layers of paint that give it its rustic charm. This bench in solid o...
Oak
Rustic primitive green farmhouse bench in solid oak, France ca. 1900
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1900 / bench / oak / Rustic French Antique large green painted bench with beautiful patina and nice old layers of paint that give it its rustic charm. This bench in solid o...
Oak
$760Sale Price|20% Off
Mid 20th Century Wrought Iron Outdoor Bench
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful wrought iron outdoor bench. In vintage condition with original patina. Wonderful design and great detailing work. Dimensions: 47...
Iron
$585Sale Price|40% Off
Hand-Carved Belgian Linen Vanity Bench, French Provincial Style
Located in Malibu, CA
Hand carved Italian dressing table bench. New upholstery in heavy weight Belgian linen with self-welt. Gently curved legs hand painted & accen...
Linen, Hardwood
$1,645Sale Price|45% Off
Late 19th Century French Bench Provincial Oak High Back, circa 1890
Located in Labrit, Landes
French high back bench, circa 1890 to be recovered French Provincial hand carved oak In good antique condition with minor signs of use for its age, the upholstery is in good condit...
Chestnut
$2,195 / set
Vintage French Country Birch Stools or Benches
By Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in Southampton, NJ
Sweet pair of French Country limed birch hardwood stools / benches manufactured in the 1970's by Chapman. Original brass tags are in tact.
Upholstery, Birch
Oak Sofa by Guillerme et Chambron, France 1960s
Located in Hellouw, NL
Amazing French half round sofa by the famous duo Guillerme et Chambron from the 1960s. Guillerme et Chambron represent a significant moment in French m...
Fabric, Oak
Unusual French Pine and Leather 1940s Bench
Located in Long Island City, NY
Unusual French 1940s bench in solid pine with leather upholstery.
Leather, Pine
Vintage Regency Hand Painted Bow Front Bench
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Infuse your home with a touch of sunny elegance and classical form with this charming vintage bench. Designed with a nod to the Regency era, the piece features dramatic high scroll a...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Paint
Elegant 19th Century Bench with Six Turned Legs, circa 1840
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1840 / bench / wood, fabric / Antique / French Provincial A refined and elongated antique bench dating from around 1840, featuring six beautifully hand-turned legs that ex...
Fabric, Wood
Pair of 19th Century Country French Provincial Farmhouse Benches
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous pair of late 19th century country French provincial farmhouse bench seats crafted from fruitwood. These harvest benches feature a 1.5-inch thick...
Fruitwood
19th Country French Provincial Painted Bench or Footstool
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Charming late 19th century country French provincial bench seat or footstool featuring a lacquer painted finish. The carved wood frame has serp...
Fabric, Wood
Pair of French Rococo Style Side Tables or Stools
Located in Sheffield, MA
Pair of French Louis XV style painted side tables or stools with upholstered top. Use as stools for extra seating. Rococo Style grey painted...
Wood
Vintage French Baroque Carved Wood Bench
Located in Houston, TX
This updated vintage French bench is a stunning example of timeless elegance and meticulous craftsmanship. Crafted from solid carved hardwood, its intricate baroque details add an ex...
Fabric, Wood
Antique Joerns Bros Kidney Bean 6 Leg French Provincial Vanity Bench Seat
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Joerns Bros Kidney Bean 6 Leg French Provincial Vanity Bench Seat. Item features a carved stretcher base, brown painted finish, tapered legs, uphol...
Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century Pair of French Carved Benches With Antique Fortuny Fabric
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of French Carved Benches With Antique Fortuny Fabric. The legs are beautifully carved.
Fabric, Wood
$1,600 / set
Pair of Vintage French Walnut Benches
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exceptional pair of walnut trestle benches by Goineau Meubles d’Art, celebrated for their masterful craftsmanship and reverence for classical French forms. Executed in richly figu...
Walnut
$1,905Sale Price|71% Off
Antique French Handmade Brutalist Oak & Cognac Leather Castle Bench, 1920s
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
Antique Castle Bench in thick Cognac leather and oak wood. It was handmade in France in the late twenties. Handmade only from wood and leather. The patina...
Leather, Oak
$8,181Sale Price|45% Off
Custom Storage Bench "Baxter" by M C Home
Located in Hudson, NY
Custom storage bench on plinth base with leather pull hardware. Shown in medium walnut and upholstered in a natural linen fabric. Also available i...
Metal
Lovely French Provincial Louis XV Style Painted Wood Bench Dorothy Draper
Located in Pemberton, NJ
French Provincial Louis XV Style painted wood bench with sage silk upholstery. The upholstery shows signs of wear and has some stains. This piece measures 18"t x 60”l x 16”d.
Wood