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.
Set of Eight French Provincial Leather Oak Curule Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A striking set of eight Country French Provincial or Renaissance style curule dining chairs hand-crafted out of aged leather and oak. The chairs features tall backs ending in a scrol...
Brass
Set Of Eight Classic Country French Dining Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic French Country style set of eight rush seat dining chairs consisting of two arm and six side chairs. Honey tone fruitwood stained frames with carved crest rails and skirts wi...
Rush, Fruitwood
1940s French Provincial Walnut & Cane Dining Chairs, Set of 6
Located in Astoria, NY
Sourced in Provence, France, this set of six French Provincial dining chairs is crafted from solid walnut and embodies the understated elegance of traditional French design with subt...
Cane, Walnut
Set 6 Vintage French Ladder Back Dining Chairs Rush Seat Bleached Oak Farmhouse
Located in Choudrant, LA
Set 6 Vintage French Ladder Back Dining Chairs Rush Seat Bleached Oak Farmhouse. Direct from France, a lovely set of 6 antique/vintage French chairs, perfect for either a dining roo...
Rush, Oak
$2,320Sale Price / item|20% Off
Opera Dining Chair, French Modern Style with Bouclé Upholstery and Ebony Frame
Located in New York, NY
The Opera dining chair is defined by its elegant architectural silhouette and sculptural curved arm structure. Inspired by the refined language of French modern design, the chair bal...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Set of Four French Rustic Ladder-Back Dining Chairs, Rush Seats, c. 1960
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
A characterful set of four French rustic dining chairs, dating from approximately the 1950s or 1960s. The chairs feature tall ladder backs, distinctive rounded knop finials and tradi...
Rush, Wood
Antique French Provincial Walnut Dining Chairs with Rush Seats - Set of 8
Located in Astoria, NY
A set of eight provincial dining chairs sourced in Provence, France. The silhouettes remain light and open with gently curved backs and shaped seat rails that keep the forms visually...
Rush, Walnut
French Provincial Design Dining Chairs by Charles Dudouyt, France 1940's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury French Provincial Design Dining Chair set of 6 by Charles Dudouyt. Made in France, 1940's / 50's period. Oak with rush seating. Typical Dudouyt design on these cha...
Rush, Oak
Antique French Louis XV Style Provincial Walnut Cane Dining Chairs, Set of 12
Located in Astoria, NY
A refined and well-proportioned set of twelve early 20th century French Provincial dining chairs, executed in the Louis XV taste and sourced in Provence. Each chair is crafted in sol...
Cane, Walnut
Set of Ten Country French Provincial Fruitwood Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A handsome set of ten mid-century country French Provincial style dining chairs with rush seats, comprised of eight side chairs and two armchairs. The design balances a refined count...
Rush, Fruitwood
Set of Six Mid 20th Century French Riviera Rattan Armchairs, Provence
Located in Astoria, NY
Sourced from Châteauneuf-les-Martigues in Provence, France, this elegant set of six French Riviera dining armchairs showcases exceptional craftsmanship and intricate handwoven rattan...
Metal
Karges French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Dining Chairs, Set of Eight
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding set of eight French Rococo or French Provincial Louis XV style dining chairs By Karges Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Gorgeous gold gilt and carved solid walnut frames,...
Upholstery, Walnut, Giltwood
Drexel French Regency Louis XVI Carved Walnut and Cane Back Dining Chairs, Six
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of six French Regency Louis XVI style dining chairs By Drexel, "Esperanto Collection" USA, 1970s Carved solid walnut frames, with caned backs and upholstered seats....
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
Karges French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Dining Chairs, Set of Six
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding set of six French Rococo or French Provincial Louis XV style dining chairs or side chairs By Karges Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Gorgeous carved solid walnut frames, ...
Upholstery, Walnut
19th Century Red Wood Set Of Six English Dining Chairs
Located in High Point, NC
This piece presents as a set of 6 dining chairs, distinguished by dark wood, floral tapestry upholstered seats/backs. Originating in France during 19th Century, it shows the construc...
Fabric, Wood
Thomasville French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut and Cane Back Armchairs
By Thomasville
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Provincial Louis XV style armchairs or dining chairs By Thomasville USA, Circa 1960s Sculpted walnut frames, with caned backs, and upholstered seats. Me...
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
Set of Six Country French Provincial Style Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous set of six dining chairs crafted in the country French provincial taste. The chairs feature large, thick wood frames with a natural organic modern finish on the wood. The na...
Fabric, Hardwood
$2,272Sale Price / set|43% Off
Six French Dining Chairs Walnut Chairs Rush Seats Provincial Style, circa 1970
Located in Labrit, Landes
Straw and walnut chairs made in Dordogne. Artisanal work with local walnut, the production of walnuts being one of the local specialties of the region. A charming set of six French provincial chairs made in the 1970s. The rush seats and backs are in excellent condition. A set of dining chairs that would make a fabulous addition to a breakfast or dining room or conservatory. Shipping: L 140 P 60...
Rush, Walnut
Karges French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Dining Chairs, Set of Ten
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding set of ten French Rococo or French Provincial Louis XV style dining chairs By Karges Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Gorgeous gold gilt and carved solid walnut frames, w...
Upholstery, Walnut, Giltwood
Set of Eight Country French Wheat Sheaf Back Chairs, Rush
Located in Miami, FL
Set of Eight Country French Wheat Sheaf Back Chairs, Rush, Painted Wood.
Rush, Wood
Pair of Fine Carved Country French Louis XV Fauteuils Arm Fireside Chairs MINT
By Drexel, Columbus Hickory Furniture Co.
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Fine Carved Country French Louis XV Fauteuils Arm Fireside Chairs MINT
Upholstery, Walnut
Six Antique French Provincial Ladder Back Walnut Dining Chairs W/ Rush Seats
Located in Astoria, NY
A handsome set of six late 19th century French provincial ladderback dining chairs, sourced in Provence, France. These chairs embody the honest, utilitarian elegance of traditional F...
Rush, Walnut
Set of Seven 19th C French Provençal Ladder Back Walnut Rush Seat Dining Chairs
Located in Southampton, NY
Set of Seven 19th C French Provençal Ladder Back Walnut Rush Seat Dining Chairs, c. 1880. Walnut ladder back wood frames with carved foliage on lower stretcher and cabriole legs. Sea...
Rush, Walnut
Circa 1970 Wood Set Of Six Oak Dining Chairs With Upholstered Seat
Located in High Point, NC
A set of 5 ladder-back dining chairs whose natural oak, brown seats gives it real character at first glance. It was made in France during 1970s, a lineage that shows clearly in its d...
Fabric, Oak
Set of 8 Louis XIII-style camel leather chairs, France
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
A superb set of eight Louis XIII-style dining chairs dating from the early 20th century, crafted from solid wood and upholstered in elegant full-grain leather in a warm cognac-camel ...
Leather, Beech
$276Sale Price / item|34% Off
19th Century Six French Hand Carved Dining Chairs in Provincial Style
Located in Sofia, BG
Six dining chairs from 19th century. Massive walnut hand carved frame with floral accents and rush seats. Five chairs and one armchair with lower back. All in good condition. Could ...
Rush, Wood
Set of Eight French Dining Chairs Purchased from Ralph Lauren
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of eight French dining chairs, originally purchased from Ralph Lauren, NYC, when they were selling antiques in the early 2000s. The chai...
Upholstery, Wood
Set of Six 20th Century French Provincial Oak Ladder-Back Dining Chairs
Located in High Point, NC
Set of Six 20th Century French Provincial Oak Ladder-Back Dining Chairs. Crafted in solid oak, this charming set features classic ladder-back silhouettes with gently contoured slats ...
Oak
PAIR Antique French Dining Chairs Renaissance Revival Open Carved Oak SET of 2
Located in Choudrant, LA
PAIR Antique French Dining Chairs Renaissance Revival Tall Open Carved Oak Set of 2. Direct from France, a superb pair of antique dining chairs...
Upholstery, Oak
Vintage French Country Caned Back Dining Chairs - Set of 6
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. Set of 6 Vintage French Country Caned Back Flamestitch Fabric...
Cotton, Cane
$2,284 / set
Set of Six French Pine and Rush Dining Chairs
Located in London, London
Set of six dining chairs Pine frame Rush seat Seat height 45cm France Mid Century A set of six farmhouse-style dining chairs, each with a charming and rustic design that evokes ...
Rush, Pine
$4,800 / set
Fine Set of 10 Antique French Dining Side Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A large Antique French chair set with a particularly fine form. With elegant shaped curved crest rails and open back supports in a high polish. With r...
Rush, Wood
Baker Furniture Style French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Side Chairs, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Provincial Louis XV style side chairs or dining chairs In the manner of Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Sculpted walnut frames, with caned backs, and up...
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
Set of Six French Provincial Style Painted Cane Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dreamy set of six French hand-carved dining chairs featuring caned seats and a Gustavian style painted finish. Beautifully crafted frames in the provincial or Louis XV taste with a s...
Linen, Cane, Wood
Set of Five Wooden Ladder-Back Dining Chairs with Rush Seats, France, 1950s
Located in amstelveen, NL
Charming set of five handcrafted wooden ladder-back chairs, featuring beautifully sculpted wavy slat backs and handwoven rush seats. The chairs are made from solid wood with a warm, ...
Rush, Oak
Karges French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Side Chairs or Dining Chairs
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding pair of French Rococo or French Provincial Louis XV style dining chairs or side chairs By Karges Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Gorgeous carved solid walnut frames, and...
Upholstery, Walnut
Set of Six French Provincial Oak Dining Chairs, Belgium, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
This set of 6 dining chairs makes its impression through natural light oak, carved crest rail. The piece dates to 1970s, sourced from Belgium, and carries the hallmarks of period cra...
Oak
20th Century White Wood Set Of Six Oak Dining Chairs
Located in High Point, NC
This set of 5 ladder-back dining chairs makes its impression through whitewashed wood, rush seats. It was made in France during 20th Century, a lineage that shows clearly in its deta...
Oak
$2,320Sale Price / item|20% Off
Opera Dining Chair, French Modern Style with Velvet Upholstery and Ebony Frame
Located in New York, NY
The Opera dining chair is defined by its elegant architectural silhouette and sculptural curved arm structure. Inspired by the refined language of French modern design, the chair bal...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
$373Sale Price / item|30% Off
19th Century French Hand Painted Six Dining Chairs in Provincial Style
Located in Sofia, BG
Six dining chairs from 19th century. Painted in light grey with coral accents, rush seats with nice cotton seating cushions covered with small colorful flowers. All in perfect condi...
Rush, Wood
Circa 1900 Taupe Wood Set of Six Provençal Oak Chairs
Located in High Point, NC
This piece presents as a set of dining chairs, distinguished by natural honey oak, taupe upholstered seats. Originating in France during 1900s, it shows the construction techniques t...
Fabric, Oak
Set Of 6 Country French Style Ladder Back Dining Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Set of 6 country French style dining chairs comprised of 2 arm chairs and 4 side chairs. The chairs with rush seats and ladder backs, box stretcher with turned stretcher to front and...
Rush, Wood
(8) French Provincial Hand Painted Dining Chairs w/ Leather Embossed Seats
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking and highly decorative set of eight Italian dining chairs, beautifully hand-painted in the Venetian taste, featuring richly distressed cream and ochre finishes accented wit...
Leather, Wood, Paint
Ladder Back Dining Chairs Harvest Stenciled Rush Seat by L Hitchcock
By Hitchcock
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 ...
Rush, Wood
$1,760Sale Price / set|20% Off
Country French Provincial Style Wooden Dining Chairs, Set of 5
Located in Miami, FL
French Provincial Style Dining Chairs, Set of 5 Country French Wooden Dining Chairs. Elevate your dining space with this classic set of five dining chairs. These classic French di...
Wood, Pine
Romweber Antique French Provincial Louis XV Walnut Dining Chairs, Set of Six
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding set of six antique French Provincial Louis XV style dining chairs By Romweber USA, Circa 1920s Carved walnut frames, with brass studded upholstered seats. Measures...
Brass
Exceptional Set of 6 Design Audoux & Minnet Chairs 1950s Original Wood and Hemp
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in leucate, FR
Discover a truly rare and authentic ensemble: this superb set of six chairs designed by the celebrated French designers Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet in the 1950s. These iconic piec...
Hemp, Wood
Karges French Provincial Louis XV Cream Lacquered and Gold Gilt Dining Chairs
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Provincial Louis XV style dining chairs By Karges Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Beautiful carved cream lacquered walnut frames, with gold gilt details, and ...
Upholstery, Walnut, Giltwood, Lacquer
Set of 6 French Provincial Style Tufted Yellow Leather Arm Chair Fauteuils
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Set of 6 French Provincial Style Tufted Yellow Leather Arm Chair Fauteuils
Wood
1970-1979 France Weathered Honey Oak Set Of Five Ladder-Back Chairs
Located in High Point, NC
Set of five ladder-back chairs in Weathered Honey Oak. Its weathered honey oak finish sets off woven rush seats, simple slat backs, a hallmark of of the french provincial period Fran...
Fabric, Oak
$7,000Sale Price / item|20% Off
Elegant Set of 8 French Hand Stenciled Country Style Dining Chairs
Located in Bronx, NY
A refined set of 8 French Country dining chairs with fine woodcraft, and details. The chairs have been Ornated with hand stenciling botanicals exquisite application, a great touch of...
Wood
Henredon French Provincial Cane Back Dining Chairs, Set of 6
By Henredon
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering one of our recent Palm Beach Estate fine furniture acquisitions of a set of 6 vintage henredon French Provincial cane back dining chairs...
Cane, Wood
$2,400 / set
French Oak Dining Chairs 19th Century Set of 4
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Set of 4 19th Century F...
Cotton, Oak
Set of Eight Country French Provincial Style Carved Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Bespoke set of eight handsome dining chairs crafted in the country French provincial or Louis XV taste. The chairs feature a large carved beech wood frame painted with an intentional...
Fabric, Beech
$3,710Sale Price / set|20% Off
1940's French Provincial Design Rush Dining Chairs
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage French Provincial Brutalist Design Patinated Oak & Rush Dining Chairs. Set of 8 chairs. Made in France, 1940's - 50's period. In the manner of Charlotte Perriand number 19 mo...
Rush, Oak
French Provincial Set of 4 Dining Chairs with Pierced Back Splat and Rush Seats
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Gorgeously finished set of 4 dining side chairs in bleached walnut and lovely authentic rush seats. Curved cabriole style legs and elegant pierced splats on the backs. #6196
Rush, Walnut
Karges French Provincial Louis XV Cream Lacquered and Gold Gilt Dining Chairs
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of six French Provincial Louis XV style dining chairs By Karges Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Beautiful carved cream lacquered walnut frames, with gold gilt details, a...
Upholstery, Walnut, Giltwood, Lacquer
$1,280Sale Price|20% Off
c1940's Set of 6 French Country Style Caned Dining Chairs
Located in Opa Locka, FL
c1940's Set of 6 French Country Style Caned Dining Chairs. Seats are caned. Caning in goos condition.
Wood
Antique French Country Walnut Rush Seat Arm Chairs
Located in Southampton, NJ
Sweet pair of Antique Country French hand carved walnut rush seat armchairs with custom green velvet down filled cushions. Marvelously festive, solid reinforced joinery, ready for us...
Velvet, Rush, Walnut, Down
Romweber Antique French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Armchairs, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding pair of antique French Provincial Louis XV style armchairs or dining captain chairs By Romweber USA, Circa 1920s Carved walnut frames, with brass studded upholstere...
Brass