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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
Romweber French Provincial Louis XV Burl Wood Extension Dining Table, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique French Provincial Louis XV style extension dining table By Romweber USA, Circa 1920s Stunning exotic burled acacia wood, with carved cabriole legs. Measures: 6...
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1920s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Burl

Early 20th Italian Bedside Tables in Light Oak with two doors
Located in Miami, FL
Fine pair of French neoclassical night stands or side tables, art deco styling, exude luxurious style from every angle! The polished nightstands with gorgeous doors fronts creating ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Furniture

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Bronze

Drexel Provincial Serpentine Mahogany Partial Gilt and Cream Double Dresser
Located in Germantown, MD
A mid Century Drexel Provincial Style Serpentine Mahogany Partial Gilt and Cream painted Double Dresser Measures 53.5" in width , 22" on depth, 35" in height.
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Hardwood, Paint

Majolica Paradise Bird & Flowers Salins Plate, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica Paradise bird & flowers Salins plate, circa 1890.
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1890s French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Carved Wood French 19th Century Gueridon With Marble Top
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful gueridon with a propeller base - it's made from carved wood with the original paint and has a marble top with a pink hue. A lovely centre table that was made in France in the 19th century. Perfect for a hallway, or reception room. A superb decorative French antique.
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Marble

French Cobalt Green Pharmacy Bottle, 1930s
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
French Cobalt Blue Pharmacy Bottle, 1930s
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1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Glass

Sarreid French Ceramic Green White Decorative Urn Planter Centerpiece
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Fantastic ceramic urn with amazing glaze and patina. We see this piece filled with either fresh flowers or faux magnolia on a console, coffee or center hall table. Also a wonderful s...
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21st Century and Contemporary French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

French Faience Vase Gien Circa 1890
By Gien
Located in Austin, TX
French Faience Vase Gien Circa 1890. Asian inspiration. Decorated with peonies and pheasants.     
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1890s French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Faience

Property Bronze Airin Bell Dated 1815 with its Wrought Iron Top and Wood Beam
Located in Miami, FL
The bronze Airin bell dated 1815 is attached to its wood beam with its wrought iron mounts. The bell clapper is lacking. The dimensions of the bell is 1...
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1810s French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Provincial Louis XVI Armchair
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning French Provincial Louis XVI style armchair France, Circa 1920s Carved painted wood frame, with light blue velvet upholstery Measures: 24.5"W x 20.5"D x 34.75"H. Seat he...
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1920s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Paint

Antique Delinieres & Co. French Limoges Hand Painted Wine Pitcher Tankard Grapes
Located in Dayton, OH
This antique tankard was made around the turn of the century in France. Features beautiful hand painted grapes over a earthy green color. The upper lip...
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Early 20th Century French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Antique French barber's shaving bowl with rooster decor 19th Saint Clement
Located in LA FERTÉ-SOUS-JOUARRE, FR
This shaving bowl in earthenware of Saint Clément, decor rooster, is an exceptional piece that testifies to the French craftsmanship of the early 20th century. The pottery of Saint C...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Faience

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

Wonderful Fire Pot for Those Long Winter Nights
Located in New Orleans, LA
Leather and copper studded fire pot/foot warmer. Originally used under the dining table as a foot warmer.
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Mid-19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Copper

French Provincial Solid Birch Extension Dining Table, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Provincial style solid birch extension dining table USA, Late 20th Century Measures: 70"W x 42"D x 29.5"H. Extends up to to 106"W with two 18" leaves. Profes...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

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Birch

Antique Round Savonnerie Carpet, circa 1930s
Located in New York, NY
This coarsely knotted piece shows a colorful rose wreath on the sand ground. Additional roses decorate the teal inner border. Detail tones include lemon, goldenrod,off white, red, me...
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1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wool

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...
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1920s Mexican Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

Large French Nightstands in Walnut, 1940, Set of 2
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful pair of shelves-bookcases or bedside tables from the 40s. They are special for their marquetry and in the upper part, for their two shelves with capacity for a lot of readi...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Carved Cherry Wood Leather Top Table
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style game table By Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Beautiful cherry wood, with embossed leather top, and carved cabriole legs. Measures: 3...
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1960s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Leather, Cherry

19th - 20th Century French Provencal Pinewood Sofa Table - Antique Farm Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A scare, antique French Provencal sofa table made of hand crafted painted Pinewood, in good condition. The rustic farm, side table is parti...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Pine

French Provincial Style Tallboy Dresser with Marble Top, 20th Century
Located in Southampton, NY
French Provincial Style Tallboy Dresser with Marble Top & Brass Handles. A tall French Provincial style dresser with classic serpentine front ...
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20th Century Unknown French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wood

French 19th Century Wine Press Screw High Pedestal Plant Holder
Located in Labrit, Landes
French pedestal wine press screw, 19th century. Brutalist style The low part allowed the sleeves to be inserted to turn the press screw Good antique condition Solid and sound Shippi...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique French Caneware Game Pie Dish with Liner
Located in Houston, TX
Gorgeous 19th century French Napoleon III caneware game pie dish or tureen with lid and original liner adorned with fowl. Game pie dishes were used in th...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Faience

French Majolica Dog Trivet Onnaing, Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica dog in a kennel trivet Onnaing circa 1890.
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1890s French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

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

1960s Italian Bamboo Rattan Bohemian French Riviera Round Serving Bar Cart
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern serving bar cart trolley probably by the Italian Vittorio Bonacina featuring two shelves, with the ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

French 19th Century Marble Top Garden Table
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An exceptional French marble-topped bakery or garden table with industrial details in the wrought and cast iron base reflecting the late 19th century time period. The white marble sl...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Marble, Iron

French Provencial Writing Desk by Sligh Furniture
Located in Pasadena, TX
French Provencial writing desk by Sligh Furniture Vintage leather top half moon desk by Sligh. Walnut and tooled black leather top. Five drawers with b...
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Mid-20th Century North American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Antique French Oil Portrait Painting on Wood of Catholic Pope Paul VI France
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Antique portrait painting of Pope Paul VI on wood. This beautiful piece depicts a small portrait of Pope Paul VI. This painting is one wood and unframed. Pop...
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Late 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

19th Century French Hammered Copper Floor Vase With Handles Umbrella Stand
Located in Pearland, TX
A gorgeous antique French hand forged hammered copper floor vase, jardiniere, or umbrella stand. This is an authentic 19th Century hand hammered red copper vase from Normandy, France...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Copper

19th Century Zinc 'Clock Tower' Antique Wall Clock
Located in Cirencester, GB
Sourced in the South of France we love the patina to this large zinc clock. We have replaced the clock mechanism with a new battery high torque system.
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1890s French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Zinc

Majolica Bunnies Family Plate Choisy le Roi, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
Lovely and charming French Majolica plate with rabbits family eaten cabbage signed Choisy le Roi, circa 1880. (Plates made for Higgins and Seiter Ne...
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1880s French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Monumental Custom Forged-Iron "Defiance" Chandelier with Large Brass Ball Finial
Located in Houston, TX
Our exclusive design, the Defiance is a large hand-made iron chandelier with six sockets. Comes with a handmade iron chain and canopy. Large bass ball finial at the base. Newly wired...
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21st Century and Contemporary American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Iron, Brass

Don Ruseau French Provincial Louis XV Faux Burl Wood Painted Triple Dresser
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style triple dresser or credenza By Don Ruseau USA, Late 20th Century Solid walnut in faux burl painted finish, with original brass hardware....
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

Romweber French Provincial Louis XV Carved Burl Wood Dining Chairs, Set of Six
Located in South Bend, IN
A stylish set of six French Provincial Louis XV style dining chairs By Romweber USA, Circa 1920s Beautiful carved exotic burled acacia wood frames, with upholstered seats. Measur...
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1920s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Burl

19th Century French Faux Bamboo Nightstand Side Table White Marble Top #5
Located in Bradenton, FL
Charming 19th century French faux bamboo nightstand or side table with white marble top. Table features a top drawer over a ...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Marble

Mid-Century French Wooden Bar Cart Trolley, 1950s
Located in Miami, FL
This French style serving cart is a stunning piece of furniture that will add a touch of elegance to any room. The cart is equipped with four wheels, making it easy to move and place...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wood

Sewing Theme Limoges France Floral Motif Porcelain Double Thimbles or Needle Box
Located in Tustin, CA
Very pretty, Limoges porcelain double thimble shaped trinket box is handmade with a white background and features pretty multi-colored flowers surrounding each side of the double thi...
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Late 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Late 19th Century French Pastry Table with Marble Top
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Late 19th Century French Pastry Table with Marble Top Unique Table purchased in France Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos. Message us with any questions
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Marble

Hand turned Earth Tone Terracotta Large Vase Pot
Located in Rümmingen, BW
"shipping note: If your region or country is not listed under the shipping options please contact us directly" This terracotta vase features a classic, handcrafted design with a war...
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Early 20th Century German French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

18th Century French Limestone Fireplace Surround In Louis XVI Style
Located in Beervelde, BE
Timeless French provencal townhouse fireplace surround from the 18th century. Authentic leaf details on the front piece are typical for the campagnard provenance. Louis XVI Style an...
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Limestone

Blue Washed French Country Commode
Located in Westwood, NJ
With two short drawers above two long drawers, made with reclaimed pine with an antiqued and distressed washed blue painted finish. The scalloped and shaped top of oak in a natural f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wood

J Suchet, Seaside Landscape At Night, Marseille, 19th Century
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Beautiful framed oil on panel depicting fishing boats in the moonlight. This painting is signed J Suchet Joseph Suchet is a painter fr...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Paint

Pair of French Wrought Iron Jardiniere Plant Stands with Floral Accents
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Glorious wrought iron painted pair of jardiniere plant stands having stylized roses and leaves throughout, and pretty weathered patina. A few flowers are missing on one (see photos)...
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1920s Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Iron

1950s French "Winter" Landscape Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage French "Winter" landscape painting. Beautiful French traditional style frame.
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Canvas, Wood

French Provincial Carved Cherry Wood Dresser or Credenza, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Provincial style seven-drawer dresser or credenza USA, Circa 1990s Carved solid cherry wood, with original brass hardware. Measures: 68.5"W x 19.5"D x 32"H. ...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

Sterling Silver Gravy/Sauce Boat
Located in Vista, CA
Sterling silver gravy/sauce boat, with attached tray.
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

French Vintage Still Life Painting
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A great still life painting from France depicting Classic kitchen elements. The canvas is framed simply in wood trim. Signed by the artist M. Robert in the bottom left corner. Fixed ...
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20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Large Very Decorative Elaborate French Louis Philippe Wall Mirror
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Large Very Decorative Elaborate French Louis Philippe Wall Mirror This is a Magnificent Statement Piece and Genuine 19th Century French Chic Furnishing,...
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1850s Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Giltwood

Antique High Back Parlor Chair, France
Located in Antwerp, BE
French antique throne high back parlor chair with original floral upholstery and tacks. Carved wooden frame with scrolling floral motif dated 18...
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1870s French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Antique Copper Kettle with Unique Handle
Located in Ross, CA
Antique copper kettle made in the 1800s. The lid has a brass handle and the seams on the bottom of the kettle are dovetailed. The kettle itself has an unusual shaped flat top handle.
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Copper

Orchies French Faïence Majolica Asparagus Serving Platter
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From the Orchies Faïencerie in Saint-Armand-Les-Eaux, Northern France, a majolica glazed oval asparagus server, circa early 1900s. Beautiful glazing – a deeper cradle shaped well co...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Earthenware

Antique French Grape Gathering Hod, Chateauneuf du Pape, early 20th Century
Located in Chappaqua, NY
Antique French Grape Gathering Hod, Chateauneuf du Pape, early 20th Century. Hand-painted zinc hod featuring the Chateauneuf du Pape coat of arms.
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Metal, Zinc

Large 18th/19th Century French Faience Pitcher
Located in Bradenton, FL
Monumental 18th/19th Century French Blue and White Faience Pitcher. Large blue and white faience decorated water pitcher / vessel, foliate scroll bands and hunting genre scenes, shap...
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Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Faience

Early 19th Century French Walnut Worktable
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful walnut bookcase piece that can be used as a desk or work table. Made of robust walnut wood. All its legs and stretcher are Solomonic and it has two drawers with its wooden ...
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Late 19th Century Spanish Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Majolica Grapes Tureen Sarreguemines, circa 1930
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica grapes tureen Sarreguemines, circa 1930.
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1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

1940 Cut Crystal Table Lamps Pair
Located in New York, NY
pair of circa 1940's French cut glass crystal table lamps with unusual molded design
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1940s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

French Louis XV Style Nightstands in Walnut with Drawer and Open Self, 1960s, Se
Located in Miami, FL
Elegant pair of coffee tables or bedside tables in antique Louis XV style from the 1960s, rare and fine in walnut. This pair of bedside tables has particularly slim legs. In the fron...
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Late 19th Century European Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Walnut

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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