French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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
18th Century French Country Provincial Grey White and Gold Painted Commode
Located in Vienna, AT
This extraordinary antique provincial commode or chest of drawers is made from Oak wood in France at the end of the 18th Century. The chest has two drawers, each with a separate work...
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Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$3,578 Sale Price
40% Off
Vintage Don Ruseau Commode With Pull Out
By Don Ruseau
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A fine quality, vintage Don Ruseau commode with wonderful French provincial influence, featuring a warm-toned medium-light brown finish over a serpentine-front top with a pull-out ex...
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20th Century French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Baker French Provincial Louis XV White Lacquered Nightstands, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of French Provincial Louis XV style bedside chests
By Baker Furniture
USA, late 20th century
White lacquered walnut, with original brass hardware.
Mea...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Louis XV Provincial Style Painted Dresser
Located in Sheffield, MA
Louis XV Provincial style painted commode or chest of drawers with wonderful details. Painted wood with trim detailed, decorative hardware.
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20th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
20th Century French Two Drawer Walnut Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Early 20th Century French walnut inverted breakfront commode.
With two locking drawers.
Circa 1920.
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Late 18th Century French Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Late 18th Century French commode.
Mid-blue shade of scraped back paint and a pale top.
Circa 1790.
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Late 18th Century English Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Paint
Don Ruseau French Commode
By Don Ruseau
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A fine quality, vintage Don Ruseau commode with wonderful French provincial influence, featuring a warm-toned medium-light brown finish over a serpentine-front top with a pull-out ex...
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20th Century French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Heritage French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Commode or Nightstand
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style bedside chest, commode, or side table
By Heritage
USA, Circa 1960s
Carved walnut and oak, with original brass hardware.
Measur...
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1960s American Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Cherry Marble Top Chests of Drawers
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Provincial Louis XV style bombay form commodes or dresser chests
By Ralph Widdicomb for John Widdicomb Co.
USA, Circa 194...
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1940s American Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Antique French Bombé Chest With Marble Top for Restoration
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A Classic French Bombé Two-Over-Two Chest in handsome Cherry Finish and having large Dramatic Drawer Pulls, Key Escutcheons and leg mounts. The Chest is topped with a fine and well grained Marble Top in Striated Brown and White with a lovely shaped Edge. The Antique Drawer Locks...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Carved Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful French Provincial Louis XV style chest of drawers or commode
By Baker Furniture
USA, Circa 1980s
Carved oak, with original brass hardware.
Measures: 32"W x 15.75"D x ...
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1980s American Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Vintage Baker Burled Wood Bombay Commode
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Vintage Baker Burled Wood Bombay Commode. Featuring a Bombay style design, three large drawers with original brass pulls, dove tailed drawer construction, and a...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Fine Pair of Classic French Style Figured Wood Veneer Cabinets
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A particularly elegant and well made cabinet pair with handsome chosen veneers and a very interesting form. The serpentine shaped cases with figured wood ...
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20th Century French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
18th Century Carved Walnut Marble-Top Commode
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A shaped case with three long drawers carved with angular frames with rosettes. Each with new added compartments. Carved side panels, carved lower frame with leafy vines raised on ca...
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Early 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Century Furniture White Lacquered Bombe Form Bedside Chests, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of Italian Provincial style bombe chests or nightstands
By Century Furniture
USA, Late 20th Century
White lacquered ...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
French Bleached Oak Parquet Nightstand or End Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant French bleached oak parquet nightstand or end table, France, circa 1950s. It is a versatile size and can be used as a nightstand, or as an end or side table.
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Pair of Vintage Provincial Serpentine Commodes
Located in Sheffield, MA
The pair of dressers are In the French Louis XV country Provincial style with serpentine fronts Each chest has 3 full size pullout dovetail drawers. Made in the USA in the highest qu...
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20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$4,500 / set
19th Century French Oak Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
19th Century French Provincial oak commode.
With a serpentine front and retaining it's original handles.
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Painted Linen Wrapped Bombe Chest
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Unique Linen wrapped Bombe Chest. Two sided drawers. Period paintings on all sides and tip. Brass drawer pulls.
Curbside to NYC/Philly $350
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20th Century Unknown French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
6-drawer French Chiffonier in solid oak, charming white-cream finish
Located in Landivy, FR
This Chiffonier Semainier belongs to our TRADITION collection, which takes its design and inspiration from the French countryside "proviincial" style, also called "Campagne chic" an...
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2010s French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair Antique Marble Top Finely Carved 3 Drawers Brass Pulls Bachelor Chests MINT
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Antique French marble top finely carved 3 drawers brass pulls bachelor chests dressers cabinets MINT.
High quality hand made dovetail joints.
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20th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Fine Quality Auffray Attributed Country French Commode with Italian Paper Lining
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This fine quality Country French commode, attributed to the renowned furniture maker Auffray, exemplifies the elegance and craftsmanship associated with high-end French Provincial de...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$3,196 Sale Price
20% Off
20th Century Marquetry Chest of Drawers with Bronze Details and Cream Marble Top
Located in Miami, FL
20th century marquetry chest of drawers with bronze details and cream marble top.
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Mid-20th Century European French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
$1,800 Sale Price
25% Off
18th Century French Provincial Bombay Walnut Commode
Located in Bradenton, FL
18th Century, French provincial walnut 3-drawer bombay commode with cabriole legs and escargot feet, intricately hand carved apron and shaped top. Gorgeous patina. Carved and paneled...
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Mid-18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
$4,640 Sale Price
20% Off
Rustic Wood Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted from solid mahogany and finished in a stunning Rustic Straw Wash, this chest highlights the natural beauty of the wood, offering a sophisticated yet rustic appeal. With three...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$2,745 / item
Turn of the Century Bleached Oak Drawer Chest
Located in High Point, NC
An oak chest of drawers from turn of the century France. Elaborate columns create a Neo Renaissance aesthetic, their intricate contours framing the right-angled paneling of the drawe...
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Pair of Boiserie Cabinet Doors
Located in Sheffield, MA
Great pair of Louis XV provincial style doors perfect for a rectangular a base, a custom vanity or built-in cabinet. A great example of carpentry with ca...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Lovely Pair Of Painted French Provincial Style Nightstands
Located in Crawley, GB
Pair Of Painted French Style Nightstands. This beautiful pair is been painted in white ash with gold and it has 3 drawers . In very good condi...
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Late 20th Century British French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Elm
$1,214 Sale Price / set
20% Off
French Country Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
Expertly crafted with a warm straw wash finish, this chest exudes timeless charm and sophistication.
With three spacious drawers, it provides ample storage for your essentials, whil...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$3,585 / item
Walter E Smith French Provincial Style Three Drawer Commode or Chest
Located in Plainview, NY
A French provincial style commode or chest having three large drawers. The quality commode is made by Walter E Smith and is marked inside the first draw...
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Late 20th Century French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Mahogany
$1,200 Sale Price
50% Off
French 19th Century Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
French 19th Century commode with old handles in later paint.
Circa 1860.
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1850s Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Blue French Commode Chest of Drawers, circa 1715
Located in Madison, MS
This is an incredible blue painted French commode. The year it was painted is unknown, but seems to be in the same period of the chest since the pa...
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Early 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Paint
$9,900 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers is the ideal choice for style and storage! Timeless design includes tailored lines transitioning into an undulating apron brac...
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1870s French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique French Tall Cabinet Faux Chest of Drawers Louis XIV Carved Oak c1880
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique French carved oak tall cabinet faux chest of drawers Louis XIV style.
~Direct from France~
~Highly carved 19th century French cabinet/chest i...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
French Provincial Louis XV Country Sienna Cherry Bombe Commode Chest Dresser
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French Provincial Louis XV Country Style Sienna Cherry Bombe Commode Chest Dresser. Item features panel carved sides, solid wood construction, beautiful wood grain, nicely carved det...
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry
Fine Traditional Antique Serpentine French Country Chest
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A large and Traditional Antique Three Drawer French Chest with good size and great presentation. The Chest is in original condition and has simple decorative outline carving to the p...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Antique 19th Century Side Table Cherrywood
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
French Side Table with Roll,
Cherrywood
France, Ca. 1830.
Antique Side Table with roll made of solid cherry wood. The roll consists of contrasting species of plum and maple wood. L...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry
Painted French Provincial Ivory and Green circa 1920s Secretary/ Desk
Located in Essex, MA
In an all-over ivory paint with a wonderful light green interior throughout this beautiful turn of the century, a French provincial secretary...
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Early 20th Century Unknown French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Paint
Antique Italian Painted Chest with New Polished Nickel knobs
Located in Wichita, KS
Antique Italian painted chest from early 1900s. The hardware has been updated with large knurled nickel knobs. The piece sits on tapered legs, typical ...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Nickel
$4,640 Sale Price
20% Off
French Provincial Painted Commode
Located in Westwood, NJ
Large French Provincial Painted Commode. This French Directoire style provincial commode has an antiqued hand-painted finish with a rectangular mold...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$4,596 / item
White Painted Lingerie Chest
Located in Westwood, NJ
This exquisite French Provincial-inspired piece is finished in a soft Architectural White with light distressing, adding a touch of vintage charm to your space.
With six spacious dr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$3,135 / item
Rattan chest of drawers by Dal Vera
Located in Nivelles, BE
Rattan chest of drawers by Dal Vera with 4 drawers and brass handles.
Produced in Italy in the 70s, it's back in fashion now.
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Late 20th Century European French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Pair of Painted Green French Provincial Chests
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A pair of painted green, French Provincial style chests of drawers.
Category
20th Century French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Paint
$4,320 / set
Lovelly Painted Chest Of 4 Drawers French Provincial Style
Located in Crawley, GB
Lovelly Painted Chest Of 4 Drawers French Style , the beautiful white ash whith gold makes this vintage chest unique !
Don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.
Please ...
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Late 19th Century British Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$1,048 Sale Price
20% Off
18th Century French Provincial Walnut Commode
Located in Richmond, VA
18th century French Provincial walnut 3-drawer commode with hoof feet, heart carved apron and shaped top. Gorgeous patina. Old charming repair to the fron...
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
MidCentury French Style Hand Painted Chest / Commode By Davis Cabinet Co.
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a mid-century French style hand painted commode by Davis Cabinet Company. The finish with its faux marble top is a vintage finish. The piece is walnut with dovetail construct...
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$1,593 Sale Price
25% Off
1850s French Bleached Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
Indulge in the timeless allure of this 1850s French Bleached Oak Chest of Drawers, a masterpiece of elegance with exquisite ornate details....
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Mid-19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair Antique Country French Nightstands ~ Petite Commodes
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair Antique Country French Nightstands ~ Petite Commodes are a delightful combination of form, function and flair! Crafted from dense, old-growth indigenous oak, each features a si...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Albino 19th Century Louis Phillipe Marble Top Chest of Drawers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Step back in time with this exquisite 19th Century Louis Philippe commode, a testament to timeless French elegance. Topped with a beautiful, resilient grey marble slab, this antique ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Luxurious Nancy Corzine Solid Mahogany French Style Chest of Drawers Commode
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A superbly made solid mahogany commode in the French style having 4 roomy drawers, antiqued brass hardware, elegant carved wood decoration including scalloped swag at the bottom and ...
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1990s American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Henredon French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Chest of Drawers, Circa 1960s
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style dresser, chest of drawers, or bedside chest
By Henredon
USA, Circa 1960s
Measures: 35"W x 19"D x 26"H.
Carved walnut, with original br...
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1960s American Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
French Country Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
Expertly crafted and finished with a lightly distressed architectural white paint, this chest exudes timeless charm and sophistication.
With three spacious drawers, it provides ampl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$3,585 / item
18th C French Walnut 3-Drawer Serpentine Commode with Original Rococo Hardware
Located in Milford, NH
A fine diminutive walnut serpentine commode in walnut veneer, a conforming rectangular top with molded edge and crossbanded veneer border surmounting three drawers adorned with origi...
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Drexel Heritage French Provincial Louis XV Carved Fruitwood Chest of Drawers
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style dresser or chest of drawers
By Drexel Heritage
USA, Late 20th Century
Measures: 43"W x 19.75"D x 34.13"H.
Carved fruitwood, with origi...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
18th Century Provincial Walnut Three Drawer Commode or Chest, French or Canadian
Located in Milford, NH
A fine provincial walnut three drawer commode with shaped top and conforming case, scrolled brass or bronze pulls and escutcheons (probably original), raised panel drawer fronts and ...
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
18th Century French Provincial Fruitwood 2-Drawer Commode
Located in Richmond, VA
Beautiful 18th century French Provincial fruitwood 2-drawer commode with shaped top, scrolled feet, and carved apron featuring branches, "C" scrolls and "S" scrolls.
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Fruitwood
19th Century French Provincial Oak Commode
Located in Richmond, VA
19th century French Provincial oak commode with three drawers, carved knees and feet and three board top.
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Antique Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers represents a nice departure from dark-stained woods, having been finished with a natural look that has achieved a lovely patina over...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Painted Chest of Drawers, Circa 1960s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Country or French Provincial Louis XV style serpentine front dresser or chest of drawers
By Baker Furniture
USA, Circa 1960s
Carved walnut, with original cream a...
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1960s American Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
18th Century Country French Painted Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
18th century Country French painted Commode features subtle rococo styling cues with the molded detail and the contoured apron with scrolled legs, but they are so subtle that this re...
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1770s French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
French Provincial commodes and chests of drawers for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique French Provincial commodes and chests of drawers 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 commodes and chests of drawers created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, more furniture and collectibles, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used French Provincial commodes and chests of drawers 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 commodes and chests of drawers, popular names associated with this style include Baker Furniture Company, John Widdicomb, Henredon, and Auffray Furniture. 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 commodes and chests of drawers differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $426 and tops out at $19,950 while the average work can sell for $3,235.
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