Skip to main content

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.

15
1,160
to
188
808
348
1,160
1,160
1,160
115,552
21,761
18,644
5,136
4,627
3,003
1,702
1,265
708
672
664
596
576
564
404
366
331
300
321
1,673
2,817
348
789
496
179
25
125
194
104
166
215
121
75
38
546
402
216
151
141
804
682
202
189
74
50
40
25
16
12
Style: French Provincial
Period: Mid-20th Century
Christofle Demitasse Spoons in Vendome Pattern in Box- Set of 12
Located in Ross, CA
Set of twelve vintage silver plated demitasse spoons in the Vendome pattern, made in France by Christofle. Each spoon has a shell on the end of each spoon, top and bottom. The stamp...
Category

Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Silver Plate

Soupière, Émile Masson en céramique française décor géométrique, Vallauris 1960
Located in AIX-LES-BAINS, FR
Emile Masson céramiste très réputé car il fut décorateur dans les ateliers Grandjean Jourdan, on lui doit les visages de femmes en silhouettes sur le déco...
Category

1960s European Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Mid Century Country French Provincial Mirrored Vanity Desk Console Credenza 72"
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid century French Provincial vanity desk or credenza featuring serpentine form with antiqued mirrored top, four drawers and one cabinet...
Category

Mid-20th Century French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Hardwood

Ralph Lauren Style Country French Chairs Accent Antique 1940s
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 Set of 2 Ralph Lauren Style Fabric Country French Antique...
Category

1940s Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Walnut

1930s Domed French Molded Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930 French molded glass light fixture with interior lights
Category

1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Glass

Large Round Wicker Display Mirrored Tray With Handles 64cm diam 60s
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
Very Large wicker mirrored serving tray. French Provincial style Circa 1960s The perfect centerpiece for your coffee table, dining table or to be u...
Category

Mid-20th Century European French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Wicker

20th Century Large French Scalloped Coffee Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning 20th Century French Coffee Table with Checkered woodwork detail. Great for a large space. A statement piece with ample surface area of coffee table books and decor.
Category

Mid-20th Century French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wood

John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Cherry Wood Upholstered King Headboard
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style king size headboard By John Widdicomb USA, 1950s Carved solid cherry wood, with blue and white upholstery. Measures: 79" W x 4...
Category

1950s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Cherry

Vase Jean de Lespinasse en céramique bleu français Vallauris Côte-d'Azur 1960
Located in AIX-LES-BAINS, FR
Jean De Lespinasse(1896-1979) Fondateur de la SOCFRA qui produira des céramiques, dès la fin des années 1940,sa route croisa celle de Roger Capron MADOURA, Georges Tardieu. Ses produ...
Category

1960s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

1930's French Silver Plated Sunburst Flush Mount
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's French silver plated sunburst light fixtures with interior lights. Available as 1 light fixture, not pair.
Category

1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Metal

1930’s French Crystal Flush Mount
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's French crystal light fixture with interior lights
Category

1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Mid 19th Century French 40s Gilt Crystal Candy Dish With Lid
Located in Pasadena, CA
French 40s Gilt Crystal Candy Dish With Lid marked on the inner cup. This Candy Dish has bird motif ad gilt around the trim of the dish/cup.
Category

1940s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Crystal

Pretty Pair French Provincial Night Stands Dorothy Draper Style
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Pretty pair of Dorothy Draper style French Provincial night stands. We love the yellow glazed distressed finish contrasted with the walnut top. The original owners had custom glasse...
Category

1950s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

1930's French Bagues Light Fixture with Crystals
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's French Bagues flush mounted light fixture with beaded crystals. 8 interior lights
Category

1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Midcentury Painted 2 Door Armoire with 5 Shelves & 3 Pullout Drawers
Located in Port Jervis, NY
It's White not green. Spacious French Provincial armoire painted white with green accents. Plenty of storage with 5 adjustable shelves and 3 pullout drawers with dividers. Brass hard...
Category

1960s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

Hine Cognac French Ceramic Ashtray
Located in Bradenton, FL
A French green square ceramic ashtray branded Hine Cognac. A central circular tray meets beveled cigarette rests at each corner. Two sides are embossed with the Hine Cognac logo; a r...
Category

Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Cherry Writing Desk, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Provincial Louis XV style writing desk By Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Carved cherry wood, with original brass hardware. Measures: 46"W x 23"D x 30"H. ...
Category

1960s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

1930s French Oval Wall Mirror
Located in High Point, NC
A wooden mirror created in 1930s France. A heavy patina and oval shape give this wall mirror a mysterious presence. Through time the wooden frame has developed a fiery patina, consis...
Category

1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Pair of Studio Pottery Vase by Leon Pointu as Lamps
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
Pair of impressive studio pottery vases by Leon Pointu (1879 - 1942) both signed. Stoneware, with handles and impressive controlled dripping glaze. As Lamps Rewired (antique style ...
Category

Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Stoneware

Pichet Jean de Lespinasse céramique bleu French Riviera Vallauris 1950 vintage
Located in AIX-LES-BAINS, FR
Jean De Lespinasse(1896-1979) Fondateur de la SOCFRA qui produira des céramiques, dès la fin des années 1940,sa route croisa celle de, Roger Capron ,MADOURA, Georges Tardieu. Ses pro...
Category

1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Discover the allure of French craftsmanship with this charming and compact oak buffet from the 1940s. Despite its smaller size, this piece exudes timeless elegance and showcases the ...
Category

1940s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Oak

Ladder Back Dining Chairs Harvest Stenciled Rush Seat by L Hitchcock
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 Set of 4 Vintage L Hit...
Category

1960s Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Rush, Wood

Mid-Century 18-Drawer Mahogany Apothecary or Spices Counter Chest of Drawers
Located in Germantown, MD
An amazing 18 drawer Apothecary or Spices counter Chest of Drawers in great vintage condition. Measures 25" in width, 11.5" in depth and 14.5" in height. Drawers are 2" in width, 7.7...
Category

Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Hardwood, Mahogany

1930's French Silver Plated Light Fixture with Glass Flowers
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's French silver plated light fixture with 8 interior lights and glass leaves and flowers
Category

1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

1930’s French Bagues Silver Leaf Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930’s French Bagues chandelier silvered leaf finish with glass leaves and hanging glass flowers, 5 interior lights
Category

1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Metal, Silver Leaf

1930s French Small Bagues Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1930's French small Bagues chandelier with crystal flowers and amethyst colored crystals, 4 lights
Category

1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

1930s French Bagues Six Lights Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930’s French Bagues chandelier with crystals hangings and six lights
Category

1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

1960s Italian Designer Bamboo Rattan Bohemian Organic Vase
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern vase, perfect in any room, next to a sofa or in a bedroom and bathroom to give a special accent. This charming piece is in the typical styl...
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Soupière La Grange Aux Potiers, Bernard Buffat céramique Française 1960 Vintage
Located in AIX-LES-BAINS, FR
LA GRANGE AUX POTIERS René et Madeleine De Valence ont exposé au Musée DENON en 1970 La réalisation de cette pièce extraordinaire est le fruit d'une collaboration avec Bernard Buffat...
Category

1960s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Delft Pijnacker Earthenware Charger Holland 1968 Blue red white Color
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
The tin glaze earthenware Charger decorated in red and gold in the "adrian van Pijnacker" Delft doré tradition, with an insect between flowering peoniesrockwork. Sign on the back in ...
Category

1960s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Earthenware

1930's French Three Light Bagues Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1930’s gilt metal 3 lights sconces with crystal leaves and flowers
Category

1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Vase Jacques Pouchain en céramique émaillé française Dieulefit 1960 Vintage
Located in AIX-LES-BAINS, FR
Jacques Pouchain (1927-2015) POET LAVAL- DIEULEFIT Designer il interrompt ses études pour s'orienter sur la céramique. Il crée des pièces utilisant souvent un émail blanc posé sur un...
Category

1960s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Mid Century Brazillian Rosewood Serpentine French Provincial Dining Table 78"
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid century Brazilian Rosewood (Jacaranda) dining table, circa 1960s. Features rectangular serpentine form with double pedestal tri foot base, carved acanthus and floral motif and on...
Category

1960s Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage French Off White Painted and Distressed Three Drawer Dresser
Located in Sheridan, CO
This chest features a serpentine front, cabriole legs and scroll feet. The Vintaged white finish is rubbed through and distressed to allow the natural beauty of the wood beneath to s...
Category

1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

Hollywood Regency French Coffee Table
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Stunning French Hollywood Regency low table, circa 1950s-1960s. This striking table is designed with a scrolling wrought iron base, a glass top sits ...
Category

1950s Unknown Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass, Iron

1930's French Bagues Gilt Metal Bird Sconces with Two Lights
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1930's gilt metal sconces with glass bird's design and glass leaves
Category

1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Henredon Schoonbeck Collection Gilt Cane & Maroon Velvet Upholstered Bergeres
Located in Germantown, MD
A rare exquisite oversize pair of Henredon Schoonbeck Collection Gilt Cane & Maroon Velvet Upholstered Bergeres in very good vintage condition. Com...
Category

Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Hardwood, Giltwood, Paint

1930's French Gilt Metal and Crystal Chandelier with 12 lights
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's French gilt metal with crystal flowers and hangings chandelier, 12 lights
Category

1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Metal

French Vitrine Display Double Cabinet
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Good sized double French vitrine or display cabinet Circa 1930 Three plate shelves and good quality ormolu applied metal standing on cabnole feet shaped glass all round Great find on...
Category

1930s Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Glass

Mid Century French Provincial Serpentine Walnut Marble Lattice Tiered Step Table
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid century chairside step table or stand. Made of walnut featuring French Provincial styling with two tier serpentine tri-foot design including upper gallery, lattice door cabinet,...
Category

Mid-20th Century French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Marble

1930' French Gilt Bronze Small Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1930's French gilt bronze sconces from Parisian Hotel
Category

1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Drexel French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Sideboard or Bar Cabinet
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Drexel USA, Circa 1960s Carved walnut, with original brass hardware. Measures: 78"W x 19"D x 30...
Category

1960s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

French Provincial Armchair with Romo Linen Upholstery in Gray
Located in Malibu, CA
This stunning chair features elegant curves hand painted in shades of gray. It has been reupholstered in a linen "damask" by Romo on the seat & back. This chair is incredibly comfor...
Category

1960s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Linen, Hardwood

Anthropomorphic table lamp, enameled stoneware from the La Borne workshops 1950s
Located in leucate, FR
This Anthropomorphic table lamp is a unique work. From the La Borne workshops this lamp is in enameled stoneware. The lamp is marked with a signature made at the tip and hollow. (d...
Category

1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Stoneware, Wool

1930s French Small Crystal Flower Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's French crystal flowers light fixture with interior lights
Category

1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Silver Plate

Concrete Duck and Ducklings Garden Ornament, French 20th Century
Located in South Salem, NY
Capture the enchantment of a vintage French garden with this charming duck family ornament. Crafted from durable concrete, it stands as a testament to both artistry and timelessness....
Category

1960s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Concrete

1930’s Venetian Etched Mirror Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Venetian etched mirrored backplate sconces
Category

1930s Italian Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Mirror

1930's French Bagues Glass Flower Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's French Bagues light fixture with clear and black crystal flowers
Category

1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Baker Furniture French Provincial Oak and Burl Wood Commodes or Bedside Chests
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Provincial Louis XV style commodes, nightstands, or chests of drawers By Baker Furniture USA, circa 1960s Carved oak, with gorgeous burl wood tops,...
Category

Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

Tall Green Marble Table Lamp
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Tall Green Marble Table Lamp This is a very heavy piece it is made in solid marble, the lamp has a shaped carved central column with Superb Marbling...
Category

1960s Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Marble

1930's French Bagues Beaded Crystals Chandelier with 12 Lights
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's French Bagues chandeliers with glass leaves and beaded crystals. 12 lights
Category

1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Metal

White Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Carved Cherry Wood Triple Mirror
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style carved cherry wood framed mirror By White Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Measures: 58"W x 1.25"D x 49.25"H. Very good original vintage con...
Category

1960s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Cherry

1930's French Bagues Small Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's French Bagues gilt metal and glass flowers light fixture with interior light
Category

1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Metal

1930's French Bagues Light Fixture with White and Amethyst glass
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's French Bagues light fixture with white and amethyst glass leaves
Category

1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Pair 1930's French Bagues Large Sconces with Crystal Body
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1930's French Bagues large sconces with crystal body and leaves
Category

1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Metal

1930's French Small Flush Mount with Opaline Glass
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930 Freich gilt metal flush mounted light fixture with opaline glass inset ( 2 interior lights)
Category

1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Metal

1930s French Bagues Twisted silver plated Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 1930’s French Bagues silver plated sconces with crystals on body and crystal leaves. Great condition, no imperfections or...
Category

1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Silver Leaf, Metal

1930s French Maison Baguès Brass Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930’s French Bagues small chandelier with hanging glass flowers and leaves on body with 5 interior lights
Category

1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Bronze

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.

Recently Viewed

View All