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.
Vintage French Style Wrought Iron Chaise Longue with Cushion
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage French style wrought iron chaise longue with cushion The wrought iron patio or porch garden chaise longue has two wheels for easy ...
Wrought Iron
20th Century Wood Monumental Velvet Upholstered Sofa/Daybed
Located in High Point, NC
Here is a dining chair, its dark leather, brass nailhead trim, tufted button the first thing to catch the eye. Dating to 20th Century and originating from France, it reflects the des...
Fabric, Wood
French Provincial Style Daybed with Custom Natural Finishes
By Creart
Located in New York, NY
Luxury comfort with soft, airy and refined elegance. This chaise longue showcases rustic elegance at its finest. The high-quality handmade work gives comfort and elegance to your per...
Fabric, Jute, Wood, Trimming
French Provincial Style Chaise Lounge with Custom Natural Finishes
By Creart
Located in New York, NY
Luxury comfort with soft, airy and refined elegance. This chaise longue showcases rustic elegance at its finest. The high-quality handmade work gives comfort and elegance to your per...
Jute, Wood, Fabric, Cane, Trimming
French Wrought Iron Folding Campaign Daybed, Scrolled Frame, 1900s
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, HR
French Wrought Iron Folding Campaign Daybed, Scrolled Frame, 1900s. This daybed is built from hand forged wrought iron, with a rectangular frame raised on splayed legs and folding s...
Iron, Wrought Iron
1930s Iron Daybed
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant Iron Daybed, American, circa 1930s. These were removed from a Vermont hunting camp and were probably unique examples created for the camp. Solid and sturdy with nice attentio...
Iron
$81,900
H 33.08 in W 30.12 in D 39.38 in
Mid-Century Modern Chaise Lounge by Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler, 1954
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Martin Eisler, Carlo Hauner
Located in New York, NY
This chaise lounge is one of the designs by Martin Eisler and Carlo Hauner, produced by Forma S.A. Móveis e Objetos de Arte. The traditional chaise is a lounge chair characterized by...
Iron
French Provincial Chaise Lounge Settee, Fabric, Louis XV Style, France
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This elegant French provincial chaise lounge settee, crafted in the Louis XV style, features graceful curves, carved details, and a ref...
Fabric
Vintage Wrought Iron Scrollwork Motif Daybed Frame
Located in Astoria, NY
Vintage Wrought Iron Daybed Frame, with scroll work motif, atop casters. 36.75" H x 84" W x 35" D. Provenance: From a Madison Avenue Collection.
Wrought Iron
$9,450
H 18.25 in W 78.5 in D 31.75 in
Kurt Østervig Model 311 Re-Issue Black Tufted Leather Daybed with Oak Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Kurt Østervig's Model 311 daybed pairs a solid oak frame with a thin tufted black leather cushion in a composition that is restrained and precise. The frame holds a distinctive asymm...
Leather, Oak
19th Century Large French Wrought Iron Table with Glass Top
Located in Hastings, GB
This listing is for the antique French garden table only. We have added 2 photographs of the table with chairs to show the size and that 6 ...
Iron
$9,330
H 26.38 in W 70.87 in D 32.68 in
Daybed with Oak Cross-Braced Frame by René Gabriel, France ca 1945
By Rene Gabriel
Located in Utrecht, NL
Born in 1890 in France, René Gabriel was one of the leading figures of the modernist movement in Paris. From 1923 to 1950, he presented a body of work, offering an innovative vision ...
Fabric, Oak
Upholstered Daybed Chaise Longues
Located in Sheffield, MA
Graceful and inviting, the recamier chaise with arched back and rolled arm. The fainting couch is upholstered but it does show some ware. Although made in the Victorian period, it ...
Upholstery
Vladamir Kagan "Dune" Chaise/ Daybed by Barlow Tyrie
By Vladimir Kagan, Barlow Tyrie
Located in Highland, IN
Kagan's design for Barlow Tyrie is a perfect example of his design aesthetic. The undulating, organic form that references a nautilus envelopes the sitter and provides a small table surface. The nesting ottoman...
Upholstery, Wicker
London Adjustable Invalid Daybed, England, Early 20th Century
Located in Apeldoorn, NL
An exceptional and rare adjustable invalid daybed by the renowned Carters (J. & A.) Ltd. of London, specialists in high-quality medical and hospital furniture during the late Victori...
Steel
Venfield Modern Sofa / Daybed
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Stylish Modern sofa with 6 back pillows and low, wide arms. This sofa's deep single seat cushion is perfectly sized to serve as a daybed or single bed for ...
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of 1960s French Daybed
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of 1960s daybed, modernism style, steel frame, newly reupholstered.
Steel
19th Century Continental Neoclassic Chaise Lounge in Mahogany & Silk
Located in Queens, NY
Continental Neoclassic-style (Possibly Austrian, late 19th Century) parcel gilt mahogany daybed/chaise lounge with scrolled back above a stripped yellow silk...
Gold Leaf
$11,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 44 in W 31 in D 62 in
Vintage Wrought Iron Chaise Lounges Attributed to Russell Woodard, mid C to 1970
Located in Nashua, NH
This is a beautiful hard to find set of vintage patio lounge chairs attributed to Russell Woodard, a renowned manufacturer of outdoor furniture. The set includes four chaise lounge chairs with comfortable adjustable mesh backs and spacious mesh seating area..The two back wheels are in very good condition on all which make them easy for movement to follow the sun or the shade and as I was told by the original owners that they believe they were done in the Woodard Chantilly Rose pattern. These chaise are made of high-quality wrought iron and metal making this set of vintage wrought iron chaise lounge...
Wrought Iron
Post Modern Chaise Lounge Newly Upholstered in Ivory White Bouclé
By Weiman Preview Furniture, Directional, Preview
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Float away from the worries of the day in this luxurious post modern chaise lounge newly professionally upholstered in super soft ivory white bouclé. Sculptural form exudes a sophisticated look that's gentle and inviting. Ivory white bouclé fabric's texture is breathable and ventilates well. Cozy in winter and cool in summer. Enveloping padded comfort with a thick seat cushion layered over a descending pedestal base. So sexy from all sides, this chaise lounge is beautiful enough to float in a room. Modern. Fresh. Reminiscent of Vladimir Kagan, Milo Baughman and Adrian Pearsall's iconic amorphous designs. Nestle in with your favorite blanket and read for hours, nap, binge watch your favorite series, or shop 1stDibs on your electronic device...
Bouclé, Upholstery
Circa 1900 Black Iron Upholstered Daybed With Cushions On Casters
Located in High Point, NC
A bench whose black wrought iron, castor wheel gives it real character at first glance. The piece dates to 1900s, sourced from France, and carries the hallmarks of period craftsmansh...
Iron
20th Century Wood Monumental Velvet Upholstered Sofa/Daybed
Located in High Point, NC
Here is a dining chair, its dark leather, brass nailhead trim, tufted button the first thing to catch the eye. Dating to 20th Century and originating from France, it reflects the des...
Fabric, Wood
Circa 1900 Black Iron Upholstered Daybed With Cushions On Casters
Located in High Point, NC
A bench whose black wrought iron, castor wheel gives it real character at first glance. The piece dates to 1900s, sourced from France, and carries the hallmarks of period craftsmansh...
Iron
Antique 18th C French Country Fruitwood Daybed Sofa
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique 18th C French Country Fruitwood Daybed Sofa
Fruitwood
Painted Carved Wood Linen Upholstered Daybed 1930's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French painted daybed (a pair is available) with a refined and elegant design. The daybed features a tufted Belgium linen adding texture and a luxurious feel to the piece. The wood...
Linen, Wood, Paint
Pair of Painted Carved Wood Linen Upholstered Daybeds 1930's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French painted daybed (a pair is available) with a refined and elegant design. The daybed features a tufted Belgium linen adding texture and a luxurious feel to the piece. The wood...
Linen, Wood, Paint
19th Century Country French Provincial Style Carved Beech Daybed
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome late 19th/early 20th century country French provincial or Louis XV style daybed. The bed features a carved beech wood frame with sleigh bed style scrolled ends. The serpenti...
Fabric, Beech
Sold
H 37.5 in W 80 in D 40 in
French 19thC Directoire Daybed With Original Tufted Upholstered Seat Cushion Set
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful French 19th Century Directoire daybed with original tufted upholstered seat cushion set. This is complete frame and seat cushion set. Leave as-is in original Mohhair fabric...
Wood
1900s French Upholstered Daybed on Wheels
Located in High Point, NC
A upholstered daybed made in 1900s France. Exuding a posture of both relaxation and dignity, this gently curved and shaped daybed makes a perfect af...
Upholstery, Hardwood
Elegant 19th Century French Daybed or Chaise
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant 19th century French daybed or chaise lounge, France, circa late 1800s. We believe this to be a 19th century daybed that was probably...
Metal
Mid-Century French Style Carved Green Painted Daybed / Chaise
Located in Kennesaw, GA
What a lovely piece! This is a hand painted French style daybed in a neutral brushed cotton-linen blend. It is accented with brass nailheads. The f...
Brass
Very unusual 19th Century French Reupholstered Daybed Sofa
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A good quality and very stylish, mid 19th century, French ebonised Daybed, of elegant proportions, been recently reupholstered by us in a unusual splen...
Upholstery, Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Carved Fruitwood Daybed in Green Silk
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a lovely early 20th century French carved daybed in vintage embroidered green silk. The frame is in very good condition. It has a nice, th...
Silk, Fruitwood
19th C Antique French Daybed
Located in Houston, TX
19th c antique French daybed with tufted cushion. Beautifully constructed frame with carving.
Wood
Antique French Upholstered Wooden Sofa
Located in High Point, NC
This antique wooden sofa with an upholstered seat and back was made in France, circa 1900. It imparts a delightful old-world charm with the scroll...
Fabric, Upholstery, Hardwood