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: Early 20th Century
French, Couple early 20th Century, Forged Iron Rat De Cave Candleholders
Located in Buisson, FR
Wonderful and rare couple of forged iron rat de cave candle holders, Normandie, France, early 20th century. Weathered but good condition. H:17-18cm W:10-11cm D:10cm
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Iron
Antique Cheese Boards
Located in Houston, TX
Antique cheese boards from France, dating to early 20th century. Heart-shaped handles carved into boards. Four available and sold individually, priced $...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Pine
French Rustic Glazed Ceramic Brown Bottle Vase, 1930s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rustic French ceramic bottle vase with warm caramel and burnt umber colored glaze. Fine horisontal lines around the neck. Great vintage condition.
France, circa 1930s.
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware, Earthenware
Antique French Wooden Side Table
Located in High Point, NC
Radiating rustic charm, this antique find effortlessly blends simple and ornate. Made in France circa 1900, this wooden side table is a testament to the craftsmanship of the past. It...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
1920's French Single Light Mirror Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's French small silver plated one light sconces with etched mirror backplate
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
Vintage French Provincial Dining Chairs - Hand-Crafted 1900s Upholstery Set
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing our exceptional set of six French Provincial Dining Chairs, dating back to the 1900s. These chairs have been meticulously restored...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Lacquer, Wood, Foam, Upholstery, Mohair, Fabric
Antique French Cast Iron Scale
Located in High Point, NC
This cast iron scale was made in France, circa 1900. A ubiquitous classic in the home or the market, scales of these dimensions were commonly used to weig...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Brass, Iron
Antique French Cast Iron Scale
Located in High Point, NC
This cast iron scale was made in France, circa 1900. A ubiquitous classic in the home or the market, scales of these dimensions were commonly used to weig...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Brass, Iron
1900s French Tin Figurine
Located in High Point, NC
Resting for a moment of relief from strenuous agricultural work, this realist miniature captures the seasonal ritual of grape harvest. “Vendangeuse” or the grape picker, is a romanti...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Metal
Large Pair of Antique Yellow Glazed Jardinieres or Floor Vases
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive pair of architecturally interesting French jardinieres hand crafted in terra cotta in a bold scale with classic form having an alluring yellow glaze.
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
Set of 4 Vintage French Country Red Painted Dining Chairs with Rush Seats
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Set of 4 French Country dining chairs, all of them arm chairs, having wonderful spindle wheat sheaf style backs and natural rush seats. They are painted a red rasberry with an antiq...
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Rush, Wood
Antique French Cast Iron Scale
Located in High Point, NC
This cast iron scale was made in France, circa 1900. A ubiquitous classic in the home or the market, scales of these dimensions were commonly used to weig...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Brass, Iron
Early 20th Century Bronze Shot Putter Sculpture
Located in High Point, NC
Sport has pervaded art as a motif, and sculpture specifically, since ancient times. This take on the classical motif renders a distinctly 20th century French version. Cast in bronze,...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Early 20th C.
Located in New York, NY
Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Early 20th Century, in LV monogrammed pattern with metal side handles and fittings, decoupaged stickers to all fours sides and top, lock inscribed "BTE S.G.D.G. PATENT/ 1 RUE SCRIBE...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Metal
Pair of French Wedding Domes
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Hutton-Clarke Antiques is delighted to present an exquisite pair of French wedding displays, elegantly showcased within their original, generously sized glass domes. Adorned with int...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
Secretary Desk, Northern Europe, circa 1920, After Renovation
Located in Chorzów, PL
Secretary desk, Northern Europe, circa 1920
Very good condition, after professional renovation.
Dimensions: height: 101 cm, width: 94 cm, depth: 52 cm.
Category
1920s Scandinavian Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Walnut
French Provincial Fruitwood Farmhouse Table
Located in Sheridan, CO
French Provincial fruitwood farmhouse table, early 20th c. Tabletop comprised of five boards, with breadboard ends. Rich patina. Table also features three frieze drawers. Table rises...
Category
1910s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Iron
A pair of French Bobbin Corner chairs
Located in LYON, FR
Pair of early French 20th century corner chair in coil-turned oak with rush seat. Excellent condition, completely original, no repairs or old modifications.
Sourced in Lyon France.
...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Seagrass, Oak
Rustic Wabi-Sabi Style Side Chair Constructed of Curved Dark Hardwood, 1900s
Located in amstelveen, NL
Early 20th-Century French Rustic Side Chair constructed of curved dark hardwood. Simple design and construction. A unique chair that is perfect for any space that is looking for a Wa...
Category
1920s European Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Set of 6 French Majolica Oyster Plate Longchamp, circa 1900
By Longchamp
Located in Austin, TX
Set of 6 French Majolica oyster plate signed Longchamp, circa 1900.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Small Dainty Brass Pendant Lantern This is a dainty Lantern it has 4 glazed sid
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Small Dainty Brass Pendant Lantern
This is a dainty Lantern it has 4 glazed sides
The lamp is wired for electricity and ready to hang it will have to be connected to an electrical ...
Category
1910s Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique French Sofa Side Table Writing Desk Louis XV Carved Oak Parquet Top
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique French Sofa Side Table Writing Desk Louis XV Carved Oak Parquet Top.
Direct from France, another lovely carved French side or sofa table with classic French Louis XV style a...
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Oak
Antique Framed French Postcards of Landmark Buildings in Paris France - Pair
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of antique framed postcards of famous buildings in Paris, France. Each card is titled at the bottom either, "PALAIS DE L'INDUSTRIE" or "LES INVALIDES", and depict those buildi...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Wood, Paper
1900s French Tin Figurine
Located in High Point, NC
This metal figure was made in France at the turn of the 20th century. Depicting a youthful figure in motion, holding a bird aloft, the miniature sculpture recalls the classical motif...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Tin
French handmade tripod stool or small side table
Located in Balen, BE
French artisan wooden tripod stool, handcrafted by a French woodworker using traditional woodworking techniques and joinery.
Made from solid wood, this small stool is a timeless piec...
Category
Early 20th Century French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Bretton Oak Bench, Hall Seat with Shoe Cupboard This is a great piece for Hall
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Bretton Oak Bench, Hall Seat with Shoe Cupboard
This is a great piece for a hall way where storage space may be difficult, the bench is made with a curved end and a long seat that o...
Category
Early 1900s Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Oak
Louis XVI Style Inlaid Walnut Nightstands, France, 1920s, Set Of 2
Located in Miami, FL
Two beautiful French, walnut side tables with Louis XVI style inlays made in the early 20th century. They are raised on four elegant feet topped with bronze decoration and one table ...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique Early Twentieth Century French Faience Holy Water Font
Located in New Orleans, LA
An antique French holy water font stoop dating from the early 20th century. It has been manufactured from glazed cream pottery and features a winged cherub. The bottom has a deep wat...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Faience, Paint
Early 20th Century French Wooden Shop Counter
Located in High Point, NC
This vintage wooden shop counter has a straightforward yet refined character, accentuated by the gentle patina of the warm wood. Built in France in...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood
Early 20th French Wooden Cabinet with Stone Top
Located in High Point, NC
A black stone tabletop adds an elegant crowning touch to this vintage Provincial cabinet. Built in France in the early 20th century, this piece would have originally been used as a l...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Stone
Multicolored seat Bobbin corner chair, France, early 20th century
Located in Lyon, FR
Nice multicolored seat corner chair, also called Bobbin chair, made in France between the second half of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century.
Bobbin chairs were c...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Straw, Wood
French Majolica Birds Fountain Massier circa 1910
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica fountain with birds signed Massier circa 1910.
Category
1910s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Majolica, Ceramic
Antique Au Depart French Trunk From Paris
Located in West Chester, PA
A rare antique flat top trunk made in Paris, France by Au Depart. Interior with removable tray.
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Textile, Wood
Majolica Asparagus Server Longchamps circa 1930
By Longchamps
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This Majolica ceramic, for the service of Asparagus. They were made in France in the 1930s. Their colors are white, green and purple.
This is a serving dish.
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Antique French Sideboard Provencal Style Painted Rustic Cupboard
Located in Buxton, GB
This Antique French Rustic Sideboard of the Fantastic Provencal Style. The Buffet is painted in a Fabulous Blue Lacquer that is distre...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Oak
French Display Cabinet Mahogany Vitrine Glazed
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Here we Have a Rather Pretty French Style Mahogany Glazed Display Cabinet.
Standing Upon Carved Cabriole Legs with a Carved and Shaped Apron.
Circa 1920
The Base of the Cabinet Being...
Category
1920s Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Set of 4 Green French Bistro Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4 bistro chairs from Belgium. Made of iron and pine, each chair has a metal frame with painted wooden slats.
Category
Early 20th Century Belgian French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Metal
Early 20th Century French Wooden Secretary
Located in High Point, NC
A wooden desk created in early 20th century France. A crest of musical instruments and vines is proudly engraved into the center of this illustrious desk, framed in by a series of fl...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Brass
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.
Category
Early 1900s Unknown Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
1920s Antique French Bakery Sideboard
Located in Cirencester, GB
This amazing boulangerie sideboard was found in Toulon which is just East of Marseille. The bakery building had been boarded up since 1965 and then recently sold for development. Wh...
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Oak, Sycamore, Pine
Early 20th C Rustic French Mustard Glazed Confit Jar
Located in Troy, MI
Found in France, this French confit jar dates from approximately 1915. This piece stands 12.25” high and has the traditional form with a wide vessel body and two handles on the sides...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Petite French Cherry Wood Bedside Cabinets or Tables
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Pair of Petite French Cherry Wood Bedside Cabinets or Tables
This is a pretty pair of cabinets or chevets, they stand on shaped cabriole legs and a small gallery around the top, one...
Category
1910s Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Cherry
Pair of 1920 French Glazed Porcelain Blue Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's French glazed porcelain blue table lamps with bronze base
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage French Baroque Carved Wood Bench
Located in Houston, TX
This updated vintage French bench is a stunning example of timeless elegance and meticulous craftsmanship. Crafted from solid carved hardwood, its intricate baroque details add an ex...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Neoclassical Mahogany Side Table With Fluted Legs And Green Marble, 1920s
Located in Miami, FL
Unusual early 20th century neoclassical style rectangular side table with fluted legs and green and white marble.
It has a drawer with its bronze handle and the lower part of its fl...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Marble
Cassis Quenot French Ceramic Match Strikers - a Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
A pair of Parisian café ceramic match strikers and holders. Decorated with a red line around the top and middle, with red and black writing on the base. Dimensions per match striker.
Category
Early 20th Century French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Eugène Blot, pair of small busts in terracotta
By Eugène Blot
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
Pair of small busts in terracotta by the French sculptor
Eugene Blot (Grandvillers 1830-1899). Signed on the base.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
Terracotta Majolica Frog Filmont Bavent Normandy
By Bavent
Located in Austin, TX
Terracotta Majolica frog Bavent Normandy.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
Miniature French Faux Bamboo Washstand with Mirror
Located in Winter Park, FL
A late 19th century French miniature faux bamboo marble top doll furniture wash stand with pivoting vanity mirror. Made of pitch pine and cherry wood with a small drawer, towel bars ...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Marble
French Majolica Oyster Platter Orchies, circa 1900
By Orchies
Located in Austin, TX
Large French majolica oyster platter with handle Orchies, circa 1900.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Majolica, Ceramic
Antique Louis XV French Marquetry Marble Top Nightstands, Set of 2
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of Antique French Louis XV Marquetry marble top nightstands. Subtle contours and scroll shapes are evident in the corner posts and legs, which support serpentine sides and an ...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Tole, Glass and Iron Lantern
Located in Houston, TX
Tole, glass and iron lantern dating to early 20th century, France. Not wired for electricity, but can be wired, or fitted for usage with gas, for an add...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Brass, Steel, Iron
Pair of French Gray Painted Cast Iron Garden Urns
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of French gray-painted cast iron garden urns circa 1910. They feature an unusual, whimsical shape, beautifully decorative rims and a rich patina. Sold together and priced $4,400...
Category
1910s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Iron
Tole, Glass and Iron Lantern
Located in Houston, TX
Tole, glass and iron lantern dating to early 20th century, France. Not wired for electricity, but can be wired, or fitted for usage with gas, for an add...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Brass, Steel, Iron
Rare Terracotta Majolica Owl Filmont Bavent Normandy
By Bavent
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Terracotta Majolica Owl signed Filmont Bavent Normandy.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
Antique 1920s French Cast Iron Pedestal Bistro Table Stand
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1920s Antique French Cast Iron Pedestal Bistro Table Stand.
Beautiful quality bistro table pedestal from France, made from heavy cast iron suppor...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Iron
1920's Small French Silver Plated Sconces with 2 Lights
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's French silver plated sconces with unusual two arms
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Tole, Glass and Iron Lantern
Located in Houston, TX
Tole, glass and iron lantern dating to early 20th century, France. Not wired for electricity, but can be wired, or fitted for usage with gas, for an add...
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Steel, Iron
French Provincial furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique French Provincial furniture for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, tables, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used French Provincial furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include Baker Furniture Company, Maison Baguès, Sarreguemines, and Henredon. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $18 and tops out at $125,000 while the average work can sell for $1,997.
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