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
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.
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birdseye Maple, Mahogany, Maple
Vintage French Ball and Claw Bombe Chests of Drawers - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Fantastic pair of vintage French Bombe chests of drawers. Beautiful textured finish in a chic pale green color. Lots of big chunky hardwa...
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
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.
...
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pine French Faux Bamboo Miniature Chest of Drawers with Marble Top, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Wonderful and rare miniature chest of drawers.
Striking French design from the 1920s.
Pine faux bamboo with original marble top.
In very good condition with minor wear consistent ...
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
ROBERT W IRVIN CO French Provincial Walnut Chest of Five Drawers
Located in Charlotte, NC
A French Provincial style chest by Robert W Irwin Co of Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA. Made in the early 20th century of solid walnut with brass hardware and faux keyhole escutcheons. Features five dovetail drawers, top drawer with built in jewelry organizer...
Category
Early 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
French Provincial Walnut Commode with Gilt Mounts
Located in Locust Valley, NY
Antique French walnut two drawer commode with gilt metal mounts and hardware, carved, curved legs and shaped top.
Category
Early 20th Century French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
19th C. French Mahogany Salesman Sample Miniature Serpentine Chest of Drawers
Located in Pearland, TX
A gorgeous antique French miniature mahogany salesman sample tabletop chest of drawers, circa 1880. Antique salesman samples were used in the...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Louis XV Ormolu-Mounted Kingwood and Fruitwood Commode 'Mid 18th Century'
Located in London, GB
A Louis XV Ormolu-Mounted Kingwood and Fruitwood Commode (Mid 18th Century). Stamped 'P. Roussel' and 'JME" under marble top.
Pierre Roussel (1723-1782) was one of the most prolif...
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Mid-18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
Carved Walnut Floral French Louis XV Style Commode Dresser
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
3 drawers. Floral detail in wood. Measures: 33 3/4" H x 47" W x 23 3/4" D.
Condition
Finish loss. Scratches. Missing wood on left foot. Missing wood to front behind top drawer.
Category
1950s American Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
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...
Category
20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
European-Style Walnut and Ebonized Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
European-style walnut and ebonized chest of drawers, crafted in walnut with a finely figured top. This chest has three shaped drawers with an ebonized front. Each drawer has lovely c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Carved Oak Bombay Chest
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful French Provincial Louis XV style bombay form chest of drawers or commode
By Baker Furniture
USA, Circa 1980s
Carved oak, with original brass hardware.
Measure...
Category
Late 20th Century North American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Henredon French Provincial Louis XV Carved Oak Bedside Chest
By Henredon
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.
...
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Nice Quality French Provincial Louis XV Commode Dresser
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Measures 43 wide x 24 deep x 32 deep. Dates to the 1950s era.
Category
1950s North American Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Henredon French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Bombay Chest
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful French Provincial Louis XV style bombay form chest of drawers or commode
By Henredon
USA, 1980s
Carved walnut, with original brass hardware.
Measures: 36.5"W ...
Category
1980s American Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
French Provincial Louis XV Carved Oak Three-Drawer Commode or Bachelor Chest
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style carved oak dresser chest
By Henredon Furniture "Four Centuries" Collection
USA, circa 1970s
Measures: 44" W x 19.5" D x 34.5" H.
...
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style bombay form dresser, commode, or chest of drawers
By Baker Furniture
USA, Circa 1960s
Carved walnut, with original brass hardware...
Category
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Vintage French Provincial Painted Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage French Provincial painted commode will make a charming addition to any room! The ivory/beige painted finish has achieved a lovely pat...
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood
Shabby Chic Gold Decorated Off White Painted French Provincial Dresser
Located in Rockaway, NJ
French provincial gold and off white painted 4 drawers dresser.
Category
20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood
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...
Category
18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Vintage French Country Style Bachelor Chest with Marble Top - A
Located in Charlotte, NC
A French Country style bachelor chest, unbranded, similar quality to Thomasville or White Furniture. Fruitwood with antique brass hardware, marble top, carved drawer fronts, carved a...
Category
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Lacquered Highboy Dresser, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Provincial Louis XV style highboy dresser
By John Widdicomb
USA, circa 1940s
White lacquered mahogany, with original brass hardware.
Measures: 39.25...
Category
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
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...
Category
Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Henredon French Provincial Louis XV Walnut Bombay Chest or Commode
By Henredon
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...
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
French Provincial Paint Decorated 2-Drawer Side Stands by White, 20th Century
Located in Big Flats, NY
A vintage pair of French Provincial style bombe end stands by White offer shaped top over double drawer case, raised on cabriole legs terminating in scroll form feet, paint decorated...
Category
20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Provincial Serpentine Dresser
Located in Westwood, NJ
European provincial serpentine dresser, this two-drawer chest, with a walnut handpainted elegant "rub-through" ebony color with gilt highlights. Eac...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
French Empire Mahogany Chest with Egyptian Revival Mounts
Located in New York, NY
French Empire (19th Century) mahogany and gilt trimmed chest with back rail, lion head handles, and figurative Egyptian revival gilt metal mounts.
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
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
19th century French Tall Cabinet Faux Chest of Drawers Louis XIV Carved Oak
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...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Habersham Plantation Hand Painted Trompe L'oeil Provincial Chest of Drawers
By Habersham
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Habersham Plantation hand painted Trompe L'oeil Provincial chest of drawers, Dresser.
Habersham was founded by Joyce Eddy in the small Georgia to...
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
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...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chestnut
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...
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
18th Century French Provincial Oak Commode
Located in Cypress, CA
18th century French Provincial oak commode.
Rectangular moulded top over three carved long drawers mounted with bronze handles of a rocaille motif, on tapered turned feet.
Category
18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
18th Century French Provincial Walnut Oversized Commode
Located in Cypress, CA
Oversized 18th century French Provincial walnut wider commode. Wooden rectangular top over two short drawers and two long drawers with fine bronze-mounted...
Category
18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
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...
Category
Late 20th Century American 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
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Bedside Chests, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Provincial Louis XV style three-drawer dresser chests or large nightstands
By John Widdicomb
USA, circa 1960s
Cherrywood, with original brass hardw...
Category
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
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" ...
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
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 ...
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Whitewash Chest on Chest Solid Walnut
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Solid walnut chest on chest with a whitewashed and distressed finish. Three smaller drawers above three larger drawers. The chest with a scalloped front, solid side panels and a larg...
Category
Early 20th Century North American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
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 ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Black French 4-Drawer Cabinet
Located in Hawthorne, CA
Made in France, 20th century. Artist or manufacturer unknown. A glossy finish makes this a standout cabinetry piece as a buffet or bedroom furniture addition, or even a bar add-on.
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood
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 ...
Category
1990s American 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 represents the essence of the genre, with tailored lines and visually appealing scrollwork across the entire facade. The undulating apron ...
Category
Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
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...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Early 19th Century French Fruitwood Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A French fruitwood three-drawer commode with bombe front and sides, circa 1820.
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Fruitwood
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...
Category
1780s French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Pair of French Provincial Brittany Style Bedside Commodes
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French Provincial Brittany style bedside commodes with spindle design and marble-top with shelf (18th-19th century).
Category
Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
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.
Category
20th Century French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
18th Century French Provincial Walnut Commode
Located in Charleston, SC
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
18th Century French Carved Oak Serpentine Commode on Hoof Feet
Located in Charleston, SC
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
Materials
Oak
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...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
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.
Category
Mid-18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
19th Century French Provincial Oak Commode
Located in Charleston, SC
19th century French Provincial oak commode with three drawers, carved knees and feet and three board top.
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
19th Century French Provencial 4-Drawer Commode
Located in Charleston, SC
19th century French Provencial walnut 4-drawer commode. Three smaller drawers over one full drawer. Wonderful patina and the dimensions.
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
18th Century French Provincial Fruitwood 2-Drawer Commode
Located in Charleston, SC
Beautiful 18th century French Provincial fruitwood 2-drawer commode with shaped top, scrolled feet, and carved apron featuring branches, "C" scrolls and "S" scrolls.
Category
18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Fruitwood
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.
Category
Mid-20th Century European French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
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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