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French Provincial Furniture

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
Antique French Breton Armoire Wardrobe Linen Cabinet Drawer Carved Chestnut 19th
Located in Tyler, TX
Beautifully Carved Antique French Chestnut Breton Armoire with Drawer~~c. 1890s Highly requested classic French Breton design~~Breton (sometimes known as Brittany) furnitur...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

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Chestnut

Shahkar Moss Green French Provincial Square Needlepoint Pillow Case
Located in New York, NY
New green French Provincial square needlepoint pillow case It measures 16 x 16 inches. Please note this piece ships flat and without an i...
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1990s Chinese French Provincial Furniture

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Wool

1960s French Country Pine Serpentine Server or Cabinet by Grange
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a 1960s French pine serving piece by Grange Furniture. The construction is wide planked pine. It is in very good condition with intentional distressing. It has turquoise pain...
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1960s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vintage Gingham Napoleon III Style Armchairs - a Pair
Located in Charleston, SC
French Napolean III 'crapaud' style chairs. Crapaud chairs sit low to the ground and are perfectly sized for use an accent chairs in a bedroom or living ...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Floral French Provincial Style Lumbar Needlepoint Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pastel colored Floral French Provincial style Lumbar needlepoint pillow. Made of wool with a cream colored backing. It measures 17 x 13 inches. Needlepoint on the front is Pristine a...
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1990s Chinese French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wool

French Majolica Oyster Plate Saint Clement, circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica oyster plate Saint Clement, circa 1950.
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of French Provincial Oak and Tapestry Wing back Armchairs
Located in Trensacq, FR
Charming pair of Provincial French wingback chairs. An unusual duo of oak-framed armchairs upholstered in a striking rose-themed floral tapestry. All original and thought to be a tot...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Tapestry, Oak

Wrought Iron Topiary Urn Form
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial black wrought iron planter with topiary form. This piece could also be used as a candle holder. USA, Late-20th Century Measures: 9"W x 9"D x 24.5"H. ...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

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Wrought Iron

Antique French Country Walnut General Store Curio Showcase Display Dresser
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique French Country converted / double sided general store / mercantile curio showcase / display counter / dresser. Made of walnut featuring rectangular form with a nine drawer d...
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Early 20th Century French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Brunschwig & Fils Hand-Printed Cherubin et Lapins, Wallpaper, Angels and Rabbits
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Brunschwig & Fils hand-printed Cherubin et Lapins, wallpaper, angels and rabbits, 2000. Vintage, rare, out of print design featuring alternating scenes of rabbits and cherubs surroun...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

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Paper

Early 20th C French Twig Table from Ardeche Region
Located in Troy, MI
Found in France, this hand crafted twig table dates from approximately 1900 and was made in the Ardeche region. This table is crafted entirely of natural twigs with a table top that...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

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Twig

French Oak Nightstands with 2 Drawers, 1890s, Set of 2
Located in Miami, FL
Elegant pair of coffee tables or bedside tables in antique Louis XV style from the 1890s, rare and fine in oak wood. This pair of nightstands have particularly thin legs. In the fron...
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Late 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

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Walnut

Pair French, 19th Century Glazed Earthenware Plates
Located in Buisson, FR
Great pair of late 19th century Provencal earthenware plates France, circa 1880-1900 Good but weathered condition.
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Earthenware

Pair of Solid Carved Brutalist French Nightstands with Solomonic Columns
Located in Miami, FL
19th century pair of solid carved Brutalist French nightstands with Solomonic columns it has one drawer and one compartment Mable covered.
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Mid-19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

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Marble

Beautiful set of 6 French Walnut & Caned Dining Armchairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Exceptional set of 6 French walnut and caned back armchairs recently reupholstered in a small diamond pattern raised velvet. Color is best described as apricot/persimmon. It is subt...
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1940s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

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Velvet, Cane, Walnut

Beautiful Limoges France Hand Painted Porcelain Fan Trinket Box
Located in Tustin, CA
Beautiful Limoges porcelain fan shaped box is handmade and hand painted in rich colors of cobalt blue, iron red and is accented in 24-karat gold. Fan op...
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Late 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

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Porcelain

Schumacher Citrus Garden 22" Pillow
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Citrus Garden with a self-welt finish. This archival Josef Frank print, created in 1947, bears the signature whimsy, color and perso...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Linen

French Majolica Fish Jardiniere Fives Lille Circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica Fish jardiniere Dieppe Fives Lille Circa 1900. 9.3 inches Lenght.
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Mid Century French Brass Valet Stand
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Vintage brass and wood valet with a french styling. Nicely appointed with detailed tripod legs and feet. Main rod with a change plate all topped with a nice handle for ease of placem...
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

1900s French White Wooden Armoire
Located in High Point, NC
A white wooden cabinet from France, circa 1900. This handcrafted armoire stands on turned feet, guarded by a golden-brass lock. A refreshing space maker and a stylish storage. Adorne...
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

New Century Round Cast Iron Base with Marble Top Garden Table or Bistro Table
Located in Miami, FL
French style cast iron base with marble & brass top garden table or bistro table. The base it's black but you can choose the colors. Finely detailed cast iron base with white marbl...
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2010s Spanish French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Marble, Iron, Brass

Large Oak French Farmhouse Table
Located in Billingshurst, GB
The Large Oak antique French farmhouse table is a substantial and beautifully crafted piece of furniture. It It features a sturdy base with a centre and end stretcher, ensuring stabi...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Oak

French Antique Terracotta Confit Tian or Bowl Glazed
Located in Labrit, Landes
French terracotta tian or bowl traditionally used to prepare confit before to conserve it in confit pots in South West France. This vessel was also used to prepare any type of food f...
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Terracotta

French, Terracotta Confit Pot Yellow Glaze, Late 19th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
French terracotta confit pot. Traditional large earthenware pottery confit pot from South West France with yellow glaze. This vessel was used from the 19th to the mid-20th century to...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

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Terracotta

French Carved Wooden All Seeing Eye - Original Gilt
Located in Haywards Heath, GB
Antique French Wooden Carved Gilt All Seeing Eye, late 19th century. This piece features intricate wood carving with gilt detailing, showcasing the All Seeing Eye motif popular in th...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Pine

1940's French Sunburst Double Light Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's French gilt bronze sunburst double light sconces.
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1940s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Blue & White Faience Dinner Plate Sarreguemines
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century French blue and white faience dinner plate signed "Francois" Sarreguemines.  
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1880s French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

French Majolica Asparagus Plate Salins, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Colorful Majolica asparagus and artichoke plate Salins, circa 1890.   
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1890s French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Antique French Glass Paneled Copper Lantern
Located in Houston, TX
French glass paneled copper and iron lantern circa 1860-1889. Not wired.
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Copper, Iron

Italy Mid-19th Century Yellow Wood Buffet with Yellow Glass Shelves
Located in Brescia, IT
Italy Mid-19th Century yellow lacquered wood and glass shelves buffet in farmhouse style This cheerful yellow wood lacquered buffet is composed by two part: the mid-19th Century pine wood buffet, that it is currently hand-lacquered in yellow color and the contemporary metal chrome étagère that it need to be fixed directly to the wall. The yellow back lacquered glass shelves are a contemporary production. The wood shelve...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Metal

Lovely Antique Giltwood Swag Adorned Wall Shelf Bracket
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Lovely rustic antique wall shelf having weathered giltwood carved swag adorning the bottom.
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Giltwood

Antique Wicker French Champagne Log Basket
Located in Stockbridge, GB
Antique Champagne Harvest Basket – X A beautiful hand-made wicker champagne basket from France used to harvest grapes in the champagne region. The markings identify the grower and v...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wicker, Wood

Brutalist Vide Poche, France, 1950, Olive Wood, Brown Color, Old Patina, Large
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This vide poche, can be seen as an abstract sculpture too. The form is free, and the wood is olive tree. This has been done in France in the 1950's. The patina is old, and it is a la...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

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Fruitwood

French Majolica Oyster Plate Longchamp, circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica oyster plate signed Longchamp, circa 1900.
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

1920's French Bagues Bird Sconces with 1 Light Silver Leaf
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1920's French Bagues silver leaf metal and crystal birds sconces with 1 light
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1920s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Metal

19th century French Brass Jardiniere on feet with tin liner
Located in Atlanta, GA
This French Art Nouveau brass jardiniere/planter with original tin liner, has been repolished and is flanked by twin swan handles. The oval shaped body of the jardiniere features Rep...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

Plant Pot Holder, glazed Terracotta, Green color, France 1930
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This is a plant pot holder. It has been made in France circa 1930. It is made in Terracotta Glazed, with Green Color.
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1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Terracotta

Antique wedding cabinet Classicism - France, 1825 Inlaid with heart painting
Located in Würzburg, DE
✓ UNIKAT - inlays with painting ✓ Solid durable construction ✓ Interior division freely divisible as desired Dimensions: W: 161cm H: 201cm D: 57cm Interior dimensions: W: 144cm H: 1...
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1820s French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Oak

19th Century Country French Walnut Farmhouse Trestle Table
Located in Astoria, NY
19th-century Country French farmhouse trestle dining table, writing table, or large console sourced from Provence, France. Beautifully hand-crafted from solid walnut, it features a 6...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Assiettes Moulin des Loups Orchies modèle "Nappe verte" en faïence France 1960
Located in London, England
Le service de vaisselle "nappe verte" du Moulin des Loups, produit dans les années 1960, se compose de 18 pièces en faïence française, comprenant 6 assiettes plates de 23 cm, 6 assie...
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1960s European Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Faience

Blue Painted Country Bowfront Sideboard
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted from reclaimed pine, this exquisite piece showcases a graceful bowfront design, accentuated by elegant column-form and turret corners. The hand-applied Robin's Egg Blue finis...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wood

French Provincial Blue Painted Sideboard
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted from reclaimed pine, this exquisite piece showcases a hand-applied blue-grey finish with a heavily distressed patina, evoking the elegance of antique European craftsmanship. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wood

The Hamilton: A Simple Carved Limestone Fireplace in the French Provincial Style
Located in Chicago, IL
The lines of the Hamilton carved stone fireplace are influenced by the design of the Provençal style of Southern France, but updated for 21st century appeal. The fireplace legs, in ...
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2010s American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Limestone

Vivai del Sud Style Rattan Lounge Chair with Ottoman, Italy, 1970s
Located in Rīga, LV
Vivai del Sud style rattan lounge chair with ottoman. Dimensions: Chair - H 90 cm, H(seat) 36 cm, W 80 cm, D 86 cm (mattress 125/70/16cm) Ottoman - H 40 cm, H(seat) 28 cm, W 66 cm,...
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1970s Italian Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

1930's French Bagues Gilt Metal Sconces with Glass Leaves
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1930's French Bagues gilt metal sconces with glass leaves from a Paris Hotel.
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1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Metal

High Side Table in French Country Style with Leaf Decorations
Located in Hannover, DE
Beautiful handcrafted side table in the best Italian French country house style. The frame is beautifully made of metal, in the upper part below the table top there are beautiful art...
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1970s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Copper, Iron

Antique Hanging Candle Lantern
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1920. We offer this beautiful Antique Hanging Candle Lantern. The Lantern includes a beautiful system where the chains run along rails so that the candles can be changed easily.
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1920s Mexican Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair Antique French Louis XV Marquetry Marble Top Nightstands
Located in Miami, FL
Pair Antique French Louis XV Marquetry marble top nightstands offer a lot of style in diminutive packages! The subtle contours and scroll forms are evident in the cornerposts and leg...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

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Marble

18th Century French Painted Armoire from Normandie
Located in Dallas, TX
18th Century French Painted Armoire from Normandie is a splendid example of rural craftsmanship with the signature style and flair developed in the fabled region, executed in seasone...
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Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Oak, Paint

Pair of French 19th Century Anduze Terracotta Vases
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Pair of French 19th Century terracotta vases. Anduze, Circa 1860.
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Terracotta

Pair of French 18th Century Iron Urns
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Pair of French late 18th Century fine iron urns. With original patina. Circa 1780.
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Iron

Ramequin Robert Picault en céramique Vallauris French Riviera France Circa 1950
Located in London, England
Le ramequin Robert Picault, en céramique de Vallauris datant des années 1950, est une pièce remarquable qui témoigne du savoir-faire exceptionnel du céramiste français. Ce bel objet,...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Antique French Country Rush Seat Dining Chairs
Located in Southampton, NJ
Set of 6 very sweet hand carved Walnut French Country Dining chairs with exceptional rush seats & H stretcher bases. A solid set with all original finish; mortis & tenon joinery. Sea...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Rush, Walnut

french monastery table in solid oak, circa 1950
Located in LYON, FR
Very beautiful traditional monastery table in solid oak restored in our workshop so that its top is perfectly smooth and usable on a daily basis. To protect its superb patina, the ta...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Oak

French 19th Century Walnut Wine Tasters Table
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This wine tasting table, properly known as a vendange, was made in the late 19th century in France by a creative process of wrapping a painted canvas on the walnut planks to create a...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Canvas, Walnut, Paint

Antique Grande Greek Style Pot
Located in Austin, TX
Greek style Biot pot used to hold oil. Made of terracotta, commanding without being overbearing. It is strong and expertly crafted with delicate care. The pot offers a timeless look ...
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Terracotta

French Bleached Oak Bookcase or Vitrine
Located in Atlanta, GA
Bleached Oak French Bookshelf, France, circa 1950s. It is a versatile size and can be used as a bookcase, vitrine, bookshelf, or as storage in a living area or bedroom.
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Oak

Large French 1940s Wrought Iron & Tole Wear, Rock Crystal Chandelier
Located in London, GB
This large chandelier is constructed using cut glass and rock crystal on a patinated 'verdigris' wrought iron frame. Made in France in the 1940s, the craftsmanship is of a very high...
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1940s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Rock Crystal, Wrought Iron

French Provincial furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique French Provincial furniture 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 furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, tables, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used French Provincial furniture 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 furniture, popular names associated with this style include Baker Furniture Company, Maison Baguès, Sarreguemines, and Henredon. 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 furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $18 and tops out at $125,000 while the average work can sell for $1,997.

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