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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
Sarreguemines Strasbourg Pattern Hand Painted Faïence Asparagus Plate
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A French faïence hand painted asparagus plate in the Strasbourg pattern from Sarreguemines, circa 1890-1900. Showing charming naive floral décor, multip...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Earthenware

Jug in Pottery Beautiful Old Patina, France 18th Century, Quimper HR
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This Jug has a great old Patina. It is from France made in the 18th Century. The material is Pottery and the condtion is Fair. the decor is "fleur de Lys".
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Pottery

French Provincial Louis XV Style Fauteuils with Cabriole Legs
Located in Miami, FL
French Provincial Louis XV Style Fauteuils with Cabriole legs Offered for sale is a pair of mid- late 20th century French Provincial style Louis XV style fauteuils with cabriole l...
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20th Century French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Georges Cabaré French Faïence Martres Tolosane Hand Painted Asparagus Plate
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A charming vintage earthenware asparagus plate, beautifully hand decorated with a floral design in the faïence tradition of Martres-Tolosane. Painted in a style that began in the southwest of France in the 18th century. Made by Georges Cabaré, circa 1960. The dimensional plate...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Earthenware

1930’s French Bagues Large Gilt Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1930’s French Bagues gilt metal and crystals sconces with crystal flowers and vase, 2 lights
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1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Metal

French Provincial King Bed
Located in Westwood, NJ
An 18th-century inspired, Louis XV-style carved bedframe, in a light hand-rubbed and distressed Architectural White finish. The serpentine crest headboard features inset caned ratta...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Rattan, Wood

French Majolica Raspberries Plate Saint Amand Circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica Raspberries plate Saint Amand Circa 1920.
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1920s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Hexagonal Glass Paneled Domed Verdigris Green Copper Lantern
Located in Houston, TX
French hexagonal glass paneled domed verdigris green copper lantern dating to the early 20th century. Unwired. Four total (two pairs) similar lantern...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Copper, Iron

French Glass Cobalt Brown Color Bottle, 1930s
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
French Cobalt Brown Color Pharmacy Bottle, 1930s.
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1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Glass

Vintage French Iron Wood Painted Birdcage
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
As found in a market in South France, a pretty French birdcage from the 1950s with a warm cream neutral paint finish. The cage is made from metal and wood. Wonderful patina on this c...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Iron

Pair of French Antique Style Farmhouse Benches Massive Pine, circa 1930
Located in Labrit, Landes
French pair of benches made in 1930. Thoses benches come from a farmhouse in the South of Bordeaux. In original antique condition sound and soli...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wood

John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Oak and Burl Wood Nightstands, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Provincial Louis XV style nightstands By John Widdicomb USA, circa 1960s Solid oak, with burl wood tops and original brass hardware. Measures: 1...
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

French Midcentury Rattan & Bamboo Bar Cart, 1950s, France
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
French craftsmanship bamboo & rattan bar cart with beautiful details made in the 1950s, France. The two-tiered serving table is made of screwless bamboo tubes. The cart is in very go...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Bamboo

Terracotta Majolica Bulldog Bavent Filmont, circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Terracotta bulldog Bavent Filmont, circa 1900.
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Terracotta

1960s Italian Bamboo Rattan Bohemian French Riviera Coat Hanger Rack Stand
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern coat hanger rack, perfect in any entrance hallway or room for coats and bags as well as in a bedroom or b...
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Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Early 20th C. French Terracotta Vase or Confit Pot
Located in Winter Park, FL
An earthenware confit pot from the Southwest of France with traditional yellow, ochre glaze. Some chips and losses to glaze. These ordinary earthenware vessels were once used daily i...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Terracotta

Fine Traditional French Provincial Dark Stained Armoire
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very fine traditional antique French armoire with a useful and hard to come by 12” depth. A carved bonnet over a frieze with carved cross motif. With the Classic shaped and carved burled door panels with patinated metal escutcheons (lacking a key). Five newer custom shelves...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wood

French Majolica Cicada Wall Pocket Vallauris Circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica cicada wall pocket signed Vallauris from Provence. Height / 5.3 inches.
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Pair of Vintage French Provincial Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Embrace the opulence of the Art Deco era with this stunning Pair of French Art Deco Chairs upholstered in luxurious mohair fabric. Their sleek lines, geometric forms, and rich textur...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Mohair, Wood

Antique French Breton Carved Oak Sofa Table Writing Library Desk Louis XIV
Located in Shreveport, LA
19th century French Breton Carved Oak sofa table writing desk Louis XIV. Direct from France, a highly carved, excellent quality antique oak sofa tabl...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Oak

Large 19th Century French Faience Vase
Located in Bradenton, FL
This large and beautifully decorated colorful faience vase was made in France in the 19th century. Signature on the bottom. Painted with a scene of an amorous couple on the front, th...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Faience, Pottery

Vintage French Side Tables Walnut Leather Top by HAMMARY
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Pair of Vintage French ...
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1960s Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Walnut, Leather

French Country Console Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
Designed to add sophistication and functionality, this table features beautifully turned legs and four frieze drawers, providing ample storage for your essentials. The lightly distre...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair of French Faience Plate Coat of Arms Saint Clement, circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of French Faience Plate Coat of Arms signed Keller & Guerin Saint Clement, circa 1900. Decorated with coat of arms and lions. Neo Re...
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Handmade French Modern Blue Glazed Ceramic Lion Head Jardinière Planter Urns 16"
Located in Dayton, OH
2 Handmade ceramic blue urns. Glazed in cobalt blue with lion heads and knockers. Features raised dots beneath the top lip and a drip hole in the base. Dimensions: 16"d x 9"h
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Late 20th Century French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

1960s, Italian Olaf Von Bohr Bamboo Rattan Wall Coatrack Hanger with 3 hooks
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern coat hanger rack, perfect in any entrance hallway or room for coats and bags as well as in a bedroom or bathroom for bathrobes and towels. ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

French Large Nightstands with Drawers and Cabriole Legs, 1900s, Set of 2
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of French bedside tables from the early 20th century with beautiful beveled marble top, drawer with bronze handle and cabriole legs. The tables have a beautiful carving on the l...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Exceptional Very Large Serving Furniture in Pitchpin, circa 1900
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Exceptional very large serving furniture in pitchpin, circa 1900 this piece of furniture is disassembled in several parts.
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Pine

Julia Child Mastering the Art of French Cooking Book 1964
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Julia Child MASTERING THE ART OF FRENCH COOKING VOL. ONE New York: Alfred A. Knopf. First Publishing 1961; Sixth Printing 1964. Hardcover. Autographed fro...
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Paper

French Provincial 19th Century Green Glazed Pottery Jug with Dual Handles
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Provincial pottery jug from the 19th century with green glaze, dripping and lateral handles flanking the central spout. This captivating French Provincial pottery jug, craft...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Extension 19th Century French Provincial Farmhouse Dining Table with Two Leaves
Located in Hopewell, NJ
This elegant French farm dining table from Provence, France features two built in leaves, gracefully curved legs and a beautifully carved, sca...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Cherry

Majolica Fruits Plates Sarreguemines circa 1880 Set of 2 Signed Yellow Color
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
They are two Majolica ceramics, for the service Fruits. They were made in France Circa 1880 Their colors are white, green and blue. They are serving dishes. Made by Sarreguemines, s...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Bodart French Provincial Louis XV Fruitwood Triple Dresser, Circa 1960s
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful French Provincial Louis XV style nine-drawer triple dresser or chest of drawers By Jacques Bodart USA, Circa 1960s Carved fruitwood, with original brass hardware. Mea...
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1960s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

Drexel Heritage French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Nightstands, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Provincial Louis XV style nightstands By Drexel Heritage, "Brittany Collection" USA, Circa 1970s Carved walnut with shell motif, hand-painted floral acce...
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1970s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique White French Side Cabinet
Located in Westwood, NJ
This enchanting piece combines classic charm with functionality. It features a hand-finished, distressed ivory exterior that evokes a sense of time-honored craftsmanship. The twin gl...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood

20th Century French Louis XV Carved Walnut Wall Estanier Shelf From Provence
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful charming antique French walnut wood estanier or standing plate rack is in the Louis XV style. This beautiful piece is made of solid wood and it is hand carved. Detailed des...
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20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century Set of Four Rattan and Wood Chairs
Located in Barcelona, ES
Early 20th century set of two chairs. Wooden chairs with a traditional rattan seat. In good original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Mid-Century French Provincial Serpentine Pink Marble Top Console Cabinet Rattan
Located in Dayton, OH
French Provincial console or cabinet, circa 1959. Features a serpentine pink marble top over rectangular base of two doors with inset rattan backing and cabriole scrolled feet. The c...
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1950s Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Marble

French Provincial Style Daybed with Custom Natural Finishes
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Luxury comfort with soft, airy and refined elegance. This chaise longue showcases rustic elegance at its finest. The high-quality handmade work gives comfort and elegance to your per...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Jute, Wood, Trimming

18th Century Country French Regence Buffet in Stripped Oak
Located in Dallas, TX
18th Century Country French Regence Buffet in Stripped Oak was crafted during the reign of Louis XVI who championed the neoclassical revival, but the country was in such a state of t...
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1770s French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

French Majolica Raspberries Plate Saint Amand Circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica Raspberries plate Saint Amand Circa 1920.
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1920s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of French Provincial Console Tables
Located in Westwood, NJ
A French Provincial Neo Classic antiqued wood console table, with two frieze drawers and two further tiers between square tapering supports...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wood

Large Vintage Hexagonal Glass Paneled Domed Green Patina Copper Lantern
Located in Houston, TX
Large vintage hexagonal glass paneled domed verdigris green copper lanterns. Unwired. Two similar lanterns total available (see last two imag...
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Late 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Copper, Iron

Set of 4 Vintage French Ladder Back Chairs – Rush Seats, Solid Wood, 1950s
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
A distinctive set of 4 dining chairs in the French provincial tradition, crafted from solid wood and showcasing serpentine ladder backs and handwoven rush seats. These chairs blend r...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Rush, Wood

French 18th-19th Century Black Marble Mortar
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful and rare black marble (Belgium blue stone) mortar, France, circa 1750-1850. Great eyecatcher. Weathered but good condition.
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Belgian Black Marble

Massive French Classical Figural Stag Bronze Palace Urn Planter Jardinière 76"
Located in Dayton, OH
Monumental oversized French Classical figured bronze planters, circa last quarter 20th century. Perfect for display indoor or outdoor. Features figured stags on each side beneath sea...
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Late 20th Century French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Bulbous-Form Light Green Demijohn with Cork Stopper
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pale green demijohn/carboy originally used for transporting wine (ca. Early 20th Century, France). Composed of 'blown-to-mold' glass (a method accepted ...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Glass, Cork

Pair of Collectable Antique Persian Hand Painted Oriental Scenes on Silk Framed
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of circa 1880-1900 Persian hand painted silk wall hangings depicting oriental scenes. A very...
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Silk, Paint

Large French Antique Iron Chandelier
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Large French Iron Chandelier. Impressive handcrafted iron chandelier. This piece could be use inside or outside in a French or European Style patio covered area. This unique chandeli...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Iron

Vintage French Wood Side Table or Pedestal
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
French Vintage end table or Gueridon. Would be perfect as a small support table in a living room or even to use as a pedestal to put a large planter or a sculpture. It features a...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Pine

Dubonnet French Ceramic Match Striker
Located in Bradenton, FL
A Parisian café match striker and keeper. Made to advertise Dubonnet and the Grand Prix of 1900. In excellent condition.  
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Antique Benches With leather Upholstery & Giltwood Frames, France 1900's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Enhance the elegance of your living space with this exquisite Pair of Antique Benches from France, dating back to the 1900's. Featuring luxurious leather upholstery in a rich brown h...
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20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Leather, Giltwood

Two Large 19th Century French Terracotta Cruche Bottle Jugs
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Pair of large authentic 19th century glazed terracotta pitcher bottle jugs originally used for containing water and olive oil - the smallest one still has the original cork stopper i...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware, Terracotta

18th Century Country French Buffet ~ Enfilade
Located in Dallas, TX
18th Century Country French Buffet ~ Enfilade is a marvel of hand-craftsmanship performed by talented artisans using techniques handed down for centuries! Created from select old-gr...
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1770s French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Steel

Set of Seven 19th Century French Copper Gratin
Located in Roma, IT
Set of Seven 19th Century French Copper Gratin Very rare set of seven French antique copper two-handled pot in all original patina with good weight and tarnished, some corrosion ins...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Copper

Garniture Enameled ceramic colored Bowl on a stone base France 1960
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Garniture Enameled ceramic colored Bowl on a stone base France 1960
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1960s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Antique French Ochre Terracotta Olive Oil Jar Jug Amphora Vase Vessel 19"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique French handcrafted terra cotta olive oil jar / water jug featuring a round shape with footed base, molded rim, large handle, narrow spout, finished in a yellow glaze with ora...
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Early 20th Century French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Terracotta

Fleurs Des Siècles Enamel Flower Bouquet by Jane Hutcheson for Gorham
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial style arrangement of enamel flowers, "Fleurs Des Siecles" By Jane Hutcheson for Gotham Portugal, Circa 1970s Enamel flowers, in a porcelain reticulat...
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1970s Portuguese Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Enamel

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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