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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
Period: 20th Century
Period: Mid-20th Century
Drexel French Provincial Louis XV Baby Blue Painted Framed Wall Mirror, 1960s
Located in South Bend, IN
A stylish French Provincial Louis XV style framed wall mirror By Drexel USA, Circa 1960s Carved walnut frame in original baby blue painted finish, with mirrored glass. Measures: ...
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1960s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Walnut, Paint

Six French Dining Chairs Oak Chairs Rush Seats Provincial Style, circa 1970
Located in Labrit, Landes
Straw and walnut chairs made in Dordogne. Artisanal work with local walnut, the production of walnuts being one of the local specialties of the region. A charming set of six French provincial chairs made in the 1970s. The rush seats and backs are in excellent condition. A set of dining chairs that would make a fabulous addition to a breakfast or dining room or conservatory. Shipping: L 140 P 60...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Rush, Walnut

Henredon French Provincial Louis XV Cream Lacquered Highboy Dresser, Circa 1960s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style highboy dresser By Henredon USA, Circa 1960s Carved cream lacquered walnut, with olive green trim, and original brass hardware. Measu...
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1960s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

French Provincial Style Highboy Chest of Drawers or Dresser with Floral Design
Located in Plainview, NY
This 5 drawers French Provincial highboy chest or dresser exudes an elegant charm, crafted in the traditional provincial style that highligh...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wood

Davis Cabinet Co. French Provincial Louis XV Carved Oak Wall Mirror, Circa 1960s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style carved oak framed wall mirror By Davis Cabinet Company (produced by Carolina Mirror Corp.) USA, Circa 1960s Measures: 21.5"W x 1.25"D x...
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1960s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Oak

John Widdicomb Style French Provincial Louis XV Cream Lacquered Dresser, 1950s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Rococo or French Provincial Louis XV style triple dresser In the manner of John Widdicomb USA, 1950s Carved cherry wood, with original cream lacquered and gold g...
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1950s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Green Lacquered Triple Dresser
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Provincial Louis XV style nine-drawer dresser, credenza, or chest of drawers By John Widdicomb USA, Circa 1980s Green lacquered solid cherry wood, with origi...
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1980s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Wrought Iron Brass and Steel French Style Bakers Rack
Located in New York, NY
Impressive wrought iron, brass and steel Bakers Rack, made in France circa mid 20th C. The structure is wrought iron in original black paint finish with three shelves, each with dec...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

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Brass, Steel, Wrought Iron

Large French Provincial Style China Cabinet in Hardwood Finish, USA Wired
Located in Yonkers, NY
A large French Provincial style china cabinet with glass doors and arched pediment. This large French Provincial-style china cabinet combines timeless elegance with practical functio...
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Glass, Hardwood

Pair of Antique French Curved Twin Headboards with Ivory Sateen Upholstery
Located in Centennial, CO
An absolutely beautiful pair of vintage or antique traditional French curved twin headboards. The white paint on the wood is missing is some areas but this adds to the rustic charm o...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Paint

French Ironstone Lidded Tureen
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A gorgeous antique French white porcelain lidded soup tureen with pedestal base, perfect for serving soups, stews, and gumbos.This fine soup tureen has a decorative acorn squash fini...
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20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Lovely Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamp in Wood, 1960s, France
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
We have two identical lamps with slightly different lampshades, which is hardly noticeable. See photo where both are next to each other. The lamp is executed with E27 Edison screw f...
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1960s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wood

Henredon French Provincial Louis XV Cream Lacquered Nightstands, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A stylish pair of French Provincial Louis XV style nightstands By Henredon USA, Circa 1960s Carved cream lacquered walnut, with olive green trim, and original brass hardware. Mea...
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1960s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

French Majolica Oyster Plate Saint Clement, circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica oyster plate signed Saint Clement, circa 1920.
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1920s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

French Provincial Style Bleached Dining Table C. 1930's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French Provincial-style dining table with an elegant and classic design. The table stands on four cabriole legs, each adorned with delicate floral carvings near the top, a signature...
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1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Walnut

French Majolica Oyster Aqua Turquoise Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
French aqua turquoise Majolica oyster plate signed Sarreguemines Majolica, circa 1900. 6 shells and space for the lemon on the center.
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

Majolica Ceramic Trompe L'oeil Asparagus Covered Box
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous Majolica ceramic trompe l'Oeil asparagus covered box Italy, circa 1980s Measures: 6.25"W x 6.25"D x 8.75"H Very good original vintage condition.
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1980s Italian Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

20th Century French Farm Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 20th-century French farm table showcases rustic charm and timeless functionality, making it a perfect addition to any dining or kitchen space. Crafted from solid wood, likely oa...
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20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Oak

Early 20th century French Sarreguemines Agreste Dinner Ware Twenty One Pieces
Located in New Orleans, LA
Twenty-One Piece Set of French Provincial faience Dinnerware, early 20th c., by Sarraguemines, Agreste pattern (meaning rural, rustic) consisting of...
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1920s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

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...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Faux Bamboo

French Solid Cast Iron Garden Urn Planter
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Small Old Cast Iron Classic Urn Planter, France. Exceptional and substantial in its own right, this cast iron piece featuring amazing original patina. Its timeless design lends itsel...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Iron

Mid-20th Century Wood Bureau a Gradin/Writing Desk Table
Located in Miami, FL
The piece's clean, rectangular silhouette and streamlined profile convey a refined elegance, expertly constructed from high-quality wood. Featuring six drawers - three on the front ...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wood

Majolica Oyster Plate Sarreguemines Digoin, circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica oyster plate Sarreguemines Digoin , circa 1920. 6 shells and space for the lemon on the center.
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1920s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

French Country Oak Leather Coffee Cocktail Table Ottoman 58"
Located in Dayton, OH
A very large and impressive early 20th century French country / farmhouse coffee / cocktail table or footstool / ottoman. Made of oak featuring rectangular form with leather top, se...
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Early 20th Century French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Leather, Oak

Green French Canard Duchêne Champagne Wine Ice Bucket Container
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Vintage French Champagne Ice Wine Cooler Bucket, 1960's France. These champagne buckets from France were used in the 1950's and 1960's and typically were marked with the makers name....
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Country French Provincial Walnut Botanical Wingback Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Amazing pair of country French provincial or Louis XV style wingback armchairs crafted from walnut. The chairs are constructed from walnut with gracefully curved large wings and a ge...
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20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

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

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Henredon French Provincial Louis XV Cream and Light Green Lacquered Nightstands
Located in South Bend, IN
A stylish pair of French Provincial Louis XV style nightstands By Henredon USA, Circa 1960s Cream lacquered walnut, with olive green trim, and original brass hardware. Each measu...
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1960s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vintage Thomasville French Provincial Dining Table
Located in Medina, OH
Beautiful Thomasville French Provincial Dining Table. The top of this table is gorgeous and an eye catcher! It is in great condition, only light wea...
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Late 20th Century French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wood

Vintage French Revolution Faience Scalloped Edge Plate by Casafina
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful hand painted blue, white, and green faience pottery wall plate featuring a fleur de lis, crossed swords, a French hat, and a banner that reads "Revolution" By Casafina ...
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1960s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Faience, Pottery

Large french solid oak table – Circa 1900Large french solid oak table – Circa 19
Located in LYON, FR
Large french solid oak table – Circa 1900 Maison Lecan presents this elegant early 20th-century dining table in solid oak. With its turned legs and stretcher base, it reflects the t...
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20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Oak

French Country White Ceramic Woven Rope Cachepot Basket
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous trompe l'oeil white French Country style reticulated porcelain woven rope basket cachepot Spain, Circa 1980s Measures: 8.75"W x 8.75"D x 3.5"H Good vintage condition. ...
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1960s Spanish Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Antique dressing table, Western Europe, around 1910.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique dressing table from the early 20th century made in the Provencal style. The piece of furniture has three drawers under the top, all lockable. The spacious top is ideal for s...
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1910s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Walnut, Glass

John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Cream Lacquered Twin Sized Headboards
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Rococo or French Provincial Louis XV style twin size headboards By John Widdicomb USA, Circa 1950s Solid carved cherry wood, with original cream lacquere...
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1950s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Cherry, Giltwood, Lacquer

1930’s French Bagues Crystal Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1930’s French Bagues light fixture with beaded crystals, 8 interior lights
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1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Vintage French Blown Glass Wide Neck Demijohn Carboy in Teal Green
Located in Brooklyn, NY
French Demijohn / Carboy originally used for transporting wine (early 20th Century, France). Composed of attractive teal green (more green than blue) free-blown glass exhibiting trap...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

Baker Furniture French Provincial Oak Two Door Nightstands with One Drawer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Wonderful and solid Baker nightstands in oak styled in a lovely French provincial motif. These stands have one drawer on top and two doors underneath with a good amount of space. The...
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Mid-20th Century North American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Oak

French Provincial Style Dining Table C. 1930's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This dining table features an elegant antique design with intricate carvings and ornate detailing, most notably on the apron and cabriole legs. The table is made of wood with a light...
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1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wood

Wooden Chopping Set of 3 Old Patina, Brown Color French, 20th Century
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Wooden cutting boards, with its old patina. They are object of the French 20th century, in the style of French Provincial which is brown in color, and in a condition consistent with ...
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20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wood

French Brown Majolica Oyster Plate, circa 1940
Located in Austin, TX
French brown Majolica oyster plate signed Luneville circa 1940.
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1940s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Louis XVI Style Nightstands with Drawers and Cabriole Legs, 1960s, Set of 2
Located in Miami, FL
Antique Country French Nightstands are the ideal combination of size, form and function, making them perfect as bedside companions, a small storage space in the office or family room...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Walnut

1930's French Flush Mount with Crystal Flowers
Located in New York, NY
circa 1930's French gilt metal light fixture with crystal flowers (4 interior lights)
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1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Country French Four Seat Bench
Located in Winter Park, FL
A Country French bench with dark stained beech wood frame and natural rush seat. Right arm repaired. Perfect for a hallway or entryway. Dimensions: 69"W x 15"D x 36"H Seat: 17"H Cont...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Rush, Beech

French Majolica Cicada Wall Pocket Circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Majolica cicada wall pocket from Provence. Height / 7 inches.
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Oak and Burl Wood Bombay Form Dresser
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style bombay form triple dresser or credenza By Baker Furniture, "Milling Road" Collection USA, Circa 1960s Carved solid oak, with burl wood ...
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

1950s Hand Painted French Bombe Chest or Commode
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a lovely 1950s hand painted French bombe chest. It has a nice, large scale and is in very good condition. It is unmarked.
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

Painted Wood & Marble Top Buffet Patinated & Decorared Cabinet, French, c 1900
Located in Labrit, Landes
Louis XVI style French buffet painted walnut and marble top. This cabinet has been patinated, decorated and signed subsequently manufactured (second part of the 20th century). Made i...
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Marble, Chrome

Terracotta Majolica Bulldog Bavent Normandy
Located in Austin, TX
Terracotta bulldog from Bavent (Normandy), circa 1900.
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Terracotta

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

Light Blue Ivory French Provincial Floral Needlepoint Square Cushion Pillow
Located in New York, NY
New French Provincial Style Floral Needlepoint square pillow Measures: 16 x 16 inches.   Complimentary shipping in the Continental US!
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1990s Chinese French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wool

French Provincial Louis XV Mahogany and Tufted Leather Twin Beds, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Provincial Louis XV style twin beds By Robert Lewis Fine Furniture USA, Circa 1950s Carved mahogany, with brass studded tufted leather. Measures...
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique Monumental French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Marble Top Sideboard
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding French Provincial Louis XV style monumental sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet France, early 20th century Carved walnut, with thick beveled marble top and origi...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Marble

Large French Majolica Cicada Wall Pocket Circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Majolica cicada wall pocket from Provence. Height / 9 inches.
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Large French Rectangular Painted Wood Gilt Art Frame
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
As found in the Provence region this wooden painted rectangular frame has fantastic gilt. Add some vintage charm to your favorite water color, print of oil painting with this attract...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

Modernist pine bench Circa 1950
Located in LYON, FR
Modernist pine bench Circa 1950 Maison Lecan presents this beautiful modernist pine bench, fully restored by us. Perfectly stable on its rectangular legs, it is offered here in a ma...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Pine

Baker Furniture French Louis XV Pink Lacquered Writing Desk, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Provincial Louis XV style writing desk By Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Pink lacquered cherry wood, with original brass hardware. Measures: 50.5"W x 23.5...
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1960s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

1930’s French Gilt Bronze Arm Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1930’s one light gilt bronze Arlecine Arm sconces
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1920s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Rustic Four Arm Forged Iron Chandelier
Located in Houston, TX
Rustic four-arm forged-iron chandelier circa 1940-1959, France.
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Iron

A Stoneware Pitcher Attributed to Pierre Digan, France circa 1970
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A Stoneware pitcher attributed to Pierre Digan, France, circa 1970. This elegant, wheel-thrown piece features a striking contrast between the unglazed speckled terracotta base and th...
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1970s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Stoneware

Peacock mirror
Located in Paris, FR
Catalog : [Candeau p.26]. The deep blue adorning the peacocks evokes the richness and intensity of this emblematic bird's iridescent plumage. Combined with touches of gold, it subli...
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1960s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Gold Leaf

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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