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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
Henredon French Provincial Louis XV Walnut Bombay Chest or Commode
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style Bombay chest or commode By Henredon USA, late 20th century Carved walnut, with original brass hardware. Measures: 32" W x 16.2...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Early 19th Century French Fruitwood Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A French fruitwood three-drawer commode with bombe front and sides, circa 1820.
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Early 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Fruitwood

French Mini Desk/Lady's Desk, Circa 1900
Located in Miami, FL
Curious ladies desk, France. Folding writing surface made of solid pine. With various drawers and compartments for sufficient storage space.
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

Super Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Swadlincote, GB
A very good walnut and parcel gilt chest of three drawers, in very good original condition, brass plate handles, original locks with working key, standing on paw feet. 38" high 45"...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

18th Century French Carved Oak Serpentine Commode on Hoof Feet
Located in Richmond, VA
18th century French carved oak serpentine commode on hoof feet. 4 smaller drawers over one larger drawer with handsomely carved apron, knees and...
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Country French Solid Cherry 7 Drawers Brass Hardware Lingerie Chest Dresser MINT
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Country French Solid Cherry 7 Drawers Brass Hardware Lingerie Chest Dresser MINT
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20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Danish 18th Century Arbalete Commode
Located in Washington, DC
A Danish 18th century commode in the arbalete form. This piece is soundly constructed in painted wood. The patina and painted finished are wonderful. Wh...
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18th Century Danish Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Paint, Wood

Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Lacquered Commode or Chest of Drawers
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style commode or chest of drawers By Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Carved distressed lacquered walnut, with original brass hardware. Meas...
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1960s American Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Mid-18th Century French Provincial Louis XV Commode in Walnut
Located in Essex, MA
Mid-18th century walnut French Provincial commode of the Louis XV period. Three drawers. Mortise and tenon construction. Edible finish and mellow patina. Quite nice.
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Mid-18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Cherrywood Bombay Chest
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful French Provincial Louis XV style Bombay chest or commode By Baker Furniture USA, 20th century Cherrywood, with original brass hardware. Measures: 32" W x 19" ...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Henredon French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Chests of Drawers, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Provincial Louis XV style dressers, chests of drawers, or bedside chests By Henredon USA, Circa 1960s Each measures: 35"W x 19"D x 26"H. Carved walnut, ...
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1960s American Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

18th Century Walnut Commode from the Rhone Valley
Located in New Orleans, LA
This lovely piece is the quintessential example of a well crafted French commode. The proportions are pleasing, the details are superb with carving on side panels and the front apro...
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

1920s French Commode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1920s French commode, mahogany, bird’s-eye and maple. Dimensions: 37.5"H x 94"W x 20"D.
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1920s French Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birdseye Maple, Mahogany, Maple

John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Cherry Marble Top Chest of Drawers
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style bombay form commode or dresser chest By Ralph Widdicomb for John Widdicomb Co. USA, Circa 1940s Solid ...
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1940s American Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Brass

Hickory French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Bombay Chest or Commode
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful French Provincial Louis XV style bombay form chest of drawers or commode By Hickory Manufacturing Co. USA, Circa 1980s Carved walnut, with original brass hardware. Me...
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1980s American Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Solid Mahogany Nine-Drawer Dresser
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Provincial Louis XV style bombay form nine-drawer dresser or chest of drawers Designed by Ralph Widdicomb for John Widdicomb USA, Circa 1940s Carved solid ma...
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1940s American Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Tomlinson Furniture Mid-Century Provincial Oak Secretary Chest of Drawers
Located in Germantown, MD
A Tomlinson Furniture Mid-Century French Provincial Style Stained Oak Secretary Chest of Drawer featuring three dovetailed, flawlessly working drawers, pull out secretary tray extend...
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Exceptional and Grand Antique French Walnut Bombé Chest Of Drawers
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A exceptional and finely crafted antique walnut bombe chest of drawers with a banded panel constructed top. The three long drawers with carved panels and heavy brass pulls with roset...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

French Provincial Style Dresser w/ Mirror
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a charming 19th century French chest of drawers with attached mirror, crafted in a French Provincial style, likely dating to the mid-to-late 1800s. The piece features the qui...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Paint

Century Furniture Mid 20th-C. Italian Tuscan Walnut & Brass Chest of Drawers
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid 20th Century Century Furniture Italian Tuscan Walnut and Brass Chest of Drawers by Century Furniture. Measures 36" in width, 19" in depth and 45.25" in height. Matching wall ha...
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Giltwood, Paint

20th Century Provincial Style Double Dresser and Pair of Mirrors by Widdicomb
Located in Southampton, NY
French Provincial style bedroom Credenza set with double mirrors by John Widdicomb, marked with plaque, 1960s Six drawers 22"wide Two central doors with...
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

French Provincial Serpentine Commode / Chest of Drawers
Located in North Palm Beach, FL
This French Provincial-style commode features a serpentine front and a warm, richly toned wood finish. It is accented by a scalloped apron—signature elements of the French Provincial...
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Early 2000s French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Hardwood

18th Century Country French Commode
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Carved cherry French commode with raised panel sides and corners, drawers having carved cartouches with finely cast brass ring pulls, bold brass central escutcheons, carved bread board sides, peg construction and resting on short cabriole legs with traditional French Snail’s Head foot. Condition: Please see detail photos. Various signs of age include a few timeworn wood losses, loss to back left top (see photo), expected wear and some fading to the top. The chest is nicely patinated with smooth gliding drawers, at some time the chest received very well executed cleaning. One drawer lock is missing and there are two remaining antique locks...
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Cherry

Louis XV Style French Provincial Chest
Located in Bradenton, FL
Early 19th century Louis XV chest. Serpentine front with two smaller top drawers and two larger bottom drawers, on sturdy cabriole legs. Chest has a fabulous bleached painted finish ...
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Early 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Rare 19th Century French Fabric Covered Commode
Located in Houston, TX
Rare 19th Century French Fabric Covered Commode. Offered is a stunning and most unusual mid 19th century French commode or chest covered in original ant...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

18th/19th C . French Country Cherry Commode
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The top with plank construction and rounded corners. The case with two short drawers over two long ones, all carved. Brass escutcheons and pulls (upper right ring missing). Carved an...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Phillips Scott Sophia Chest Painted Shell White Commode NEW
Located in Atlanta, GA
This timeless style European inspired chest is perfect. Phillips Scott Sophia Chest measures 48 inches wide by 20 inches deep by 36 inches high. This is a standard Philip Scott fin...
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2010s Chinese French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Antique French Provincial French Mahogany Inlaid Marquetry Chest of Drawers
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique French Provincial French Mahogany Inlaid Marquetry Chest of Drawers This beautiful antique French Provincial chest of drawers showcases intricate inlaid marquetry, reflectin...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Baker Furniture Burl Wood and Walnut Bombay Form Bedside Chests, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Italian or French Provincial style bombay chest commodes or nightstands By Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Carved walnut, with stunning figured burl wood...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Henredon French Provincial Louis XV Carved Oak Bedside Chest
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Country Louis XV style nightstand By Henredon USA, Circa 1980s Carved solid oak, with original brass hardware. Measures: 28" W x 18.13" D x 22.25" H. ...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Cal Mode French Provincial Commode Chest of Drawers
By Cal Mode
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Fabulous French Provincial commode or chest of drawers by Cal Mode. Great lines with Draper style carvings. Unique textured finish is just beyond. 2 deep drawers for ample storage. C...
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20th Century North American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

19th Century French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Bombe Double Commode
Located in Miami, FL
A finely carved late 20th century walnut commode in the French provincial Louis XV style particular to Nimes. The commode of bombe form with carved canted corners flanking four long ...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Pale French Provincial Commode with Two Spacious Drawers
Located in Malibu, CA
Pale blue French provincial commode/ nightstand with built-in tray & two spacious drawers. Well made piece with dovetail construction. The finish has been hand painted in multiple sh...
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20th Century French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Bedsides Tables with Carved Drawers and Cabriole Legs, France
Located in Miami, FL
A French chestnut two-drawer commode from the late-19th century with ribbon-carved moldings and carved skirt. This petite French commode features a rectangular top with beveled edges...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Chestnut

Victorian Marble Top Provincial Style Walnut Jewelry Chest
Located in Germantown, MD
Victorian Marble Top Provincial Style Walnut Jewelry Chest. Measures 15.5" in width, 12.5" in depth and stands 32.5" tall. Drawers measure 11" in width, 9" in depth and 3" in height ...
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Early 20th Century North American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Late 18th Century French Country Walnut Commode with Bronze Hardware
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This exquisite late 18th century French Country walnut commode showcases the timeless elegance and craftsmanship of provincial furniture from the Louis XV period. Made from rich, han...
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1790s French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

French Provincial Style Three-Drawer Commode
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Finely made French Provincial style three-drawer commode with large bronze pulls. Wonderful attention to detail.
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20th Century French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Italian White Lacquered Bombay Bedside Chests, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Italian Bombay chest commodes or nightstands Italy, 20th century White lacquered solid oak, with brass hardware. Measu...
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Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Oak and Burl Wood Chest of Drawers
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Provincial Louis XV style chest of drawers or commode By Baker Furniture USA, circa 1980s Carved oak, with burl wood top and original brass hardware. ...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

French Provincial Style Polychrome, Gilt &Marble Commode by Kozak Studios 20th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
A vintage French Provincial style commode by Kosak Studios offers shaped and beveled marble top over paint decorated case with single drawer over double lattice door cabinet...
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20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

Carved Walnut Floral French Louis XV Style Commode Dresser
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This exquisite French Louis XV style commode dresser is a remarkable example of fine European craftsmanship, blending elegance, artistry, and functionality. Crafted from rich walnut,...
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1950s American Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

French Style Bench Made In New York Commode / Chest Of Drawers Travertine Top
Located in Kennesaw, GA
I love this commode with its beautiful carved front! This is an early 20th century bench made chest from New York. It has a travertine top, and dovetail construction. It has an origi...
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Early 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Travertine, Brass

1940s John Stuart Large 4 Drawer Commodes with Gilt Brass Handles
Located in New York, NY
Amazing pair of large 1940s John Stuart Inc. 4 Drawer mahogany commodes with gilt brass handles, fully restored with minor wear and patina due to age and use.
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1940s American Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Cherry Commode or Chest of Drawers
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style commode or dresser chest By John Widdicomb USA, late 20th century Carved solid cherry wood, with original brass hardware. Drawers...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

18th Century French Carved Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Savannah, GA
This is a carved walnut chest of drawers / dresser made in France, circa 1780. The top of the chest has a nicely molded edge and, as wit...
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1780s French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

4-lacquered drawer French Chiffonier in solid cherry wood
Located in Landivy, FR
This Chiffonier belongs to our TRADITION collection, which takes its design and inspiration from the French countryside "proviincial" style, also called "Campagne chic" and finished...
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2010s French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

19th century carved walnut French provincial commode
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Carved walnut 19th century french provincial commode circa 1850. Stunning example of a mid-19th century french walnut provincial commode. 3 drawers with profusely carved in rosewood...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Maple Chest of Drawers, circa 1940s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style dresser or chest of drawers By Baker Furniture USA, circa 1940s Sculpted maple, with walnut top and original brass hardware. M...
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1940s American Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

French Provincial Wood and Brass Carved 3-Drawer Chest
Located in Queens, NY
French Provincial (18th Century) dark stained oak chest with three drawers, each having carved wreath and border carved embellishments, two circular brass ring drawer pulls centering...
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

19th century French palisander chest of drawers with faux marble top
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century French palisander chest of drawers with faux marble top circa 1870. Stunning french commode of grand proportions beautifully veneered in palisander from the rosewood fa...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Palisander, Paint

Vintage French Walnut Cabinet
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A narrow cabinet with a single drawer over a hinged drop front (looking like two drawers) with interior white marble lining. Three lower drawers, all with four panel constructed fron...
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20th Century French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

French Style Chest of Drawers ~ Nightstand by Karges
Located in Portland, OR
French Provincial styling and exceptional craftsmanship combine in this chest of drawers by Karges. Bombe shape with curvaceous apron showcasing lovely carved details. Intricate hard...
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Late 20th Century North American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Hand-Crafted French Provincial Walnut Diminutive Commode w/ Hand-Rubbed Finish
Located in Germantown, MD
Exquisite hand-crafted french provincial walnut diminutive commode. 100% hand made. Excellent hand-rubbed finish. Great as jewelry chest in the bedr...
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Mid-20th Century French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Auffray & Co. French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style commode or chest of drawers By Auffray & Co. USA, circa 1950s Carved walnut, with original brass hardware. Measures: 30.88" W ...
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

French Provincial Cherrywood Commode with Marble Top
Located in Queens, NY
French Louis XV Provincial cherrywood commode having 3 shaped front drawers supporting a slightly bowed front marble top resting on carving cabriole legs
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Contemporary Hand-Painted Serpentine Gray and White Painted Commode Dresser
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a recently paint decorated walnut and oak American-made dove-tailed high quality bombe form French Country dresser or commode. The comm...
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1960s American Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

French Style Oak Chest Of Drawers
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A very well made Oak chest in French Provincial style. With overhanging top and two short over three long drawers, all carved and with fine brass foliate bales and escutcheons (lacki...
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20th Century French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Mahogany Lingerie Chest
Located in Westwood, NJ
This exquisite French Provincial-inspired piece is finished in a warm medium straw wash finish, adding a touch of vintage charm to your space. With six spacious drawers, it offers a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

18th Century Country French Painted Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
18th century Country French painted commode represents the essence of the genre, with tailored lines and visually appealing scrollwork a...
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Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

18th-Century French Bow Front Marquetry Walnut & Marble Top Provincial Commode
Located in New York, NY
France circa 1770, solid walnut chest with bowed front, Provenance: private French castle in Le Cher, La Loire region, hard to find such a preserved piece from that time with origina...
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Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Breccia Marble, Bronze

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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