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
Set of Six Olivetree and Rush Chairs, 1960, France
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Introducing a stunning set of six mid-century chairs from France, crafted with a beautiful combination of olivewood and rush seating. These chairs pay homage to the influential works...
Category
1960s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Rush, Olive
Ladderback Dining Chairs, Probably 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Set of nine ladderback dining chairs made of dark-stained solid wood, likely from the 19th century. Featuring classic curved slat backs and han...
Category
19th Century European Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Wood
18th Century Country French Armoire in Walnut with Arched Bonnet
Located in Miami, FL
A lovely French armoire in walnut with arched bonnet, fluted astragal between the two paneled doors with parquetry decorating the middle panel of each, and resting on carved escargot...
Category
Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Steel
19th Century French Green Glazed Terracotta Dairy Bowl or Tian
Located in Buisson, FR
Great piece of pottery from the Provence. Beautiful green color,
France, circa 1850.
Good but weathered condition.
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
French 19th Century Provincial Horloge Case Clock
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A carved crest of a basket with flowers crowns this heavily carved oak case clock, c. mid 1800’s. A glazed-panel door just below the crest is flanked by sides with pierced half-moon...
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Wood
French 19th Century Green Glazed Ceramic Confit Jar
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful weathered confit jar. With green glaze they are extremely rare. Confit jars were used primarily in the South of France for the preservation of meats such as duck or goose f...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
French Majolica Oyster Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica oyster plate Sarreguemines, circa 1890.
6 Shells and space for the lemon on the center.
Category
1890s French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Louis XV Provincial Style Headboard
Located in Sheffield, MA
Handsome antique French Louis XV Provincial style queen Size walnut headboard with carved shell motif.
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Wood
Louis XVI Style Oak Convertible Console, Dining Table with Brass Trim
Located in Miami, FL
Early 20th large console table with a fold-open top, brass trim detail, and tapered fluted legs .
The table has an easy opening you can see in the video.
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique French Handmade Brutalist Oak & Cognac Leather Castle Bench, 1920s
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
Antique Castle Bench in thick Cognac leather and oak wood. It was handmade in France in the late twenties. Handmade only from wood and leather. The patina...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak
Antique Oak Bistro Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
This piece embodies the charm of old-world craftsmanship meeting natural beauty. The table features an Antique Oak finish, showcasing the wood's natural grain and a story of time-hon...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Stone
Nevers Faience 'Pot a Oranger'
Located in Houston, TX
Nevers Faience 'Pot a Oranger' adorned with painted farmhouse scenes and scrolled decoration in shades of blue (camaieu bleu). This circa 1780-1800 tin-g...
Category
Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Faience
Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Oak Bombay Chest, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style bombay chest, commode, or dresser
By Baker Furniture, "Milling Road" Collection
USA, Circa 1960s
Solid oak, with original brass h...
Category
1960s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Brass
Set of 8 Antique Country French Dining Chairs includes 2 Armchairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of 8 Antique Country French dining chairs includes 2 Armchairs are the perfect choice to add a casual yet sophisticated provin...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Faux Leather, Fruitwood
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...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Brass
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...
Category
20th Century American French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Wood
Oak and Cognac Leather Dining Chairs, France, 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
Oak and Cognac leather dining or side chairs, France 1940s.
A striking pair of six French dining or side chairs in oak and fine cognac leather datin...
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak
French Majolica Oyster Plate Orchies, circa 1910
By Orchies
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica oyster plate Orchies, circa 1910.
Category
1910s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage 1950s French Coat Rack, Light Wood with Faux Bamboo Design Cottage Style
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Vintage 1950s French Coat Rack, Light Wood with Faux Bamboo Design, Cottage Style
Description:
This elegant coat rack, crafted in France in the 1950s, showcases a light wood constru...
Category
1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Faux Bamboo
Large Italian Two Piece Hand-Painted Cabinet with Drawers
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Hand Painted 2 Piece Country-side Cabinet, Italy 1950's
This tall neutral piece would make a fabulous statement in a living room, dining room or kitchen. Not a detail has been missed...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Steel
Antique French Georges Maxim La Bonne Recolte Good Harvest Spelter Figurine 13"
By George Maxim
Located in Dayton, OH
Early 20th century spelter bronze figurine / sculpture titled "La Bonne Recolte" (The Good Harvest) by Georges Maxim (1885-1940). Depicts a young male figure in the dress of a French Provincial peasant, walking on a rocky plinth, carrying a basket of potatoes. Brass plaque reading "La Bonne Recolte Par Geo...
Category
Early 20th Century French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Spelter
18th Century Pine Long Benches
Located in Billingshurst, GB
A pair of 18th century long pine benches. Good seat size and all sturdy. Good colour and patina.
Category
Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Pine
Kindel Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Pink Lacquered King Size Headboard
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Provincial Louis XV style king size headboard
By Kindel Furniture
USA, Circa 1960s
Solid carved cherry wood, in beautiful pink lacquered finish.
Measures: 7...
Category
1960s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Brass
19th Century French Blue Glazed Terracotta Jug or Water Cruche
Located in Buisson, FR
Great authentic and extremely rare piece of pottery with a spout in handle from the Provence. Beautiful weathered and an amazing and almost impossible to find blue color. Imperfectio...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
Country French Provincial Style Chestnut Farmhouse Trestle Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome country French provincial farmhouse trestle table crafted from chestnut. The table is nearly 10 feet long with 1.5 inch thick planks o...
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Chestnut
Mid Century Brazillian Rosewood Serpentine French Provincial Dining Table 78"
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid century Brazilian Rosewood (Jacaranda) dining table, circa 1960s. Features rectangular serpentine form with double pedestal tri foot base, carved acanthus and floral motif and on...
Category
1960s Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Early 20th Century French Walnut Venner Desk, 1940s
Located in Miami, FL
20th Century French walnut veneer and marquetry dressing table with wooden drawers crest and bronze handles.
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Large French Polychromed Ceramic Rooster in the Manner of Choisy-le-Roi
Located in San Francisco, CA
the majestic rooster with turned head and direct gaze below a proud comb all above a robust body of well-delineated plumage with feet firmly planted in a grassy ground; covered overa...
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Majolica Asparagus Platter Longchamp, Circa 1890
By Longchamp
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica asparagus platter in two pieces signed longchamp, circa 1890.
Measures: two pieces / the platter 13.3" on 9", H / 1.8".
cradle / ...
Category
1890s French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Midcentury Century French Oak Wine Tasting Table
Located in L'AMETLLA DE MAR, ES
An authentic French country farm house harvest work table with attractive beautifully aged warm rustic patina. circa 1900.
Created in Provincial France in the early XX century, likel...
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Oak
Vintage Mid-Century French Provincial Stoneware Pottery, Jar/Jug/Vase/Vessel
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This olive jar is in sandstone, in a grey and brown color. It has been done in the south of France. It is stampted "20".
The datation is 20th century.
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Sandstone
Antique Cast Stone Bench on Pedestals
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cast stone garden bench. Slight curve seat sits on two pedestals with carvings.
Beautiful aged patina adding elegance to any garden space or e...
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Cast Stone
Christofle French Silverplate 24 Piece Flatware Set in Baguette Pattern
By Christofle
Located in Ross, CA
Set of 24 flatware pieces which includes 12 forks and 12 spoons was made by Charles Christofle in France in the 1890's. The pattern which is one of Christofle's first, is called Bag...
Category
1890s French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
White Furniture French Country Maple Triple Dresser, Circa 1970s
Located in Germantown, MD
White Furniture French Country maple triple dresser, Circa 1970s.
Original French Country handles. 9 drawers with 3 enclosed drawers.
All dove...
Category
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Maple
Large French Limoges Porcelain Rectangular Orange Gilt Box
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
As found in Paris, an impressive Limoges hand painted box. The colors on this box are fantastic, the orange is painted what we would describe as Hermes orange. The gold gilt certainl...
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Gold, Brass
Stoneware Vase, Brown Color, French 1960
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Vase in Stoneware, in a brown color. With leaves decor pattern. French Riviera, it has been made in France circa 1960.
Category
1960s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Sandstone
Collections of Empty Old Bottles in Terracotta
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Collections of empty old bottles in terracotta.
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
Antique Dressing Table, Northern Europe, circa 1920
Located in Chorzów, PL
Dressing table from the beginning of the 20th century. The furniture is preserved in very good condition, after professional renovation.
Dimensions: height 159 cm / width 142 cm /...
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Pair of French Art Deco Style Oak Side Tables, Styled After Charles Dudouyt
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This pair of French Art Deco side tables is styled after the work of Charles Dudouyt (1885–1946), embodying the craftsmanship and design elements that made his pieces so sought after...
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Wood
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...
Category
Early 20th Century French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Large 19th Century French Wine Tasting Table
Located in Bradenton, FL
Large 19th century Tilt-top French wine tasting table. The top can be positioned vertically for storage and opened for use as a side or dining table.
Dimensions when tilted up:
49" x...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
4 french old rustic straw chairs
Located in LYON, FR
4 rustic wooden chairs from the 50s in very good condition.
120 € = price for the lot
Dimensions: L42 X D45 X H85
Seat height: 44.5 cm
Category
1950s European Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Beech
Pair of Rustic Painted Nightstands - Duck Egg Blue
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted from solid mahogany, this nightstand offers long-lasting durability while showcasing a timeless rustic and neo-classic design. Its lightly distressed Duck Egg Blue painted fi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Wood
White Furniture French Country Two-Drawer Maple Side Tables
Located in Germantown, MD
White furniture French country two-drawer maple side tables in good vintage condition.
Two roomy dovetailed drawers close and open smoothly.
Measure...
Category
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Maple
19th Century French Provencal Pine Library Bookcase - Antique Buffet Cabinet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A 19th Century, antique French Provencal style library bookcase made of hand crafted painted Pinewood, in good condition. The medium sized two part buffet cabinet, cupboard is compos...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Metal, Wire
St Clément Trompe L’Oeil St. Yellow Lemon Wedge Center Oyster Plate
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A French majolica glazed oyster plate from the faïence factory of Saint-Clément, Circa 1920-1930.
Six oyster shell shaped wells with green, blue and white centers are set against a ...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Earthenware
Vintage Pair Concrete French Style Topiary Planters Urns
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Garden planters with acanthus floral pattern. Beautifully aged sculptures. Perfect pieces for indoor or outdoor. Certainly, would make a fantastic centerpiece on a console or dining ...
Category
Late 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Concrete
French country oak bench
Located in L'AMETLLA DE MAR, ES
French antique bench made circa 1900.
Farmhouse style probably south of France.
In original antique condition sound and solid and with a lovely patina.
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Elm
Vintage Regency Saffron Velvet Settee
Located in west palm beach, FL
This exquisite vintage Louis XV-style settee embodies timeless elegance with its gracefully curved silhouette and luxurious mustard-hued velvet upholstery. The ornately carved wood f...
Category
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Country French Provincial Fruitwood Farmhouse Trestle Dining Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Impressive country French provincial farmhouse dining table crafted from thick planks of fruitwood. The table features a trestle style base with distinctive turned legs from 4 inch t...
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
Charming Little French Boudoir Floor Lamp
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Charming Little French Boudoir Floor Lamp
This is a delightful little piece, in plumb velvet and gold and with its original silk brocade shade which is old and has some staining to ...
Category
Early 1900s Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Velvet
19th Century Country French Provincial Walnut Farmhouse Trestle Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rustic 19th century country French provincial farmhouse trestle work table crafted from walnut. The table features a large rectangular plank top with breadboard ends constructed with...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Iron
Pair Tall Country French White Wash Armoires Fitted 5 Drawers Storage Shelves
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Tall Country French Carved White Wash Armoires Fitted 5 Drawers Storage Shelves MINT!
Category
20th Century American French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Brass
French Provincial Cherry Farmhouse Harvest Dining Table with Bread Board
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Elegant, charming French cherry dining table from the 19th century. This exquisite antique French dining table is a timeless treasure that offers both functionality and elegance. Wit...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Cherry
French 19th Century Iron Wirework Basket
Located in Buisson, FR
Lovely handmade iron wirework basket . Very nicely made and a great statement on your countertop or table.
France, circa 1850-1900.
Weathered.
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Iron
French Faience Desvres 19th Century Blue Green Emile Fourmaintraux Signed
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Small plate in Faience. It has been made in France in the 19th century. It is hand painted.
With flowers pattern decoration.
Manufacture Emile Fourmaintraux, signed
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Faience
19th Century French Provincial Oak Farmhouse Dining Table, Rustic
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Authentic 19th farmhouse trestle dining table constructed from solid oak.
It features a very nice patina, the large top is crafted from 2.5 inch thick oak timbers supported by a tr...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Oak
Original Framed Whitworth Cycles French Bicycle Advertising Poster by PAL
Located in West Chester, PA
Original Whitworth Cycles Framed French Bicycle Advertising Poster by PAL (Jean De Paleologue) circa 1890's France. Previously professionally conserved with linen backing and framed ...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Linen, Plexiglass, Wood, Paper
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.