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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
Vintage French Style High Back Throne Chairs, a Pair
Located in Esperance, NY
Vintage French style high back throne chairs - a pair. The chairs are very well made and the cushions are down filled.
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1970s Unknown Vintage French Provincial Furniture

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Wood

Baker Furniture Italian Provincial Maple Harvest Farm Table, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Italian Provincial maple extension harvest dining table By Baker Furniture, "Milling Road Collection" Italy, 1990s Measures: 70"W x 42"D x 31"H. Extends up to...
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Late 20th Century Italian French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Maple

Antique Louis XV French Marquetry Marble Top Nightstands, Set of 2
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of Antique French Louis XV Marquetry top nightstands. Subtle contours and scroll shapes are evident in the corner posts and legs, which support serpentine sides and an arched ...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Marble, Bronze

French Style Settee in Silk Upholstery and Silvered Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning settee in the French style, having rounded shape, upholstered in a silk fabric and a silvered frame. The cushion is detached from the frame and it comes with three back pil...
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1980s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Silk, Wood

Pair of French iron architectural chairs, 1940s
Located in Sherborne, GB
A wonderful pair of sculptural and architectural side chairs. They are beaten iron that seems to have been painted green in an earlier life. They have the most pleasing and interesti...
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1940s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Iron

1940's Paul Hanson Urn Shaped Crystal Table Lamps - Pair
Located in New York, NY
pair of circa 1940's Paul Hanson crystal urn shaped table lamps
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1940s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Crystal

Drexel Heritage French Provincial Carved Oak Lighted Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful French Provincial Louis XV style lighted breakfront bookcase or dining cabinet By Drexel Heritage USA, 1970s Carved oak, with glass shelves and original brass hardware...
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1970s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique Louis XV French Marquetry with Drawers 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 ...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Early 1900's Design High Wing Back 3 Seat Sofa
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Original early 1900's design high wing back 3 seat sofa. Made in France, 1920's - 1930's. High wing back sofa with oak sculptural carved arm rests ...
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1920s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Pair of His & Hers Finely Carved Walnut Country French Lounge Armchairs Tapestry
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of His & Hers Finely Carved Walnut Country French Lounge Armchairs Tapestry Upholstery. BIG CHAIR : 27 x 26 x 39 Seat height: 16.5 SMALLER CHAIR:...
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20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Pair Of J. Robert Scott Lounge Chairs With Matching Ottoman
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Pair of J. Robert Scott lounge chairs with loose pillow back and seat, natural wood frame with scalloped apron accentuated with brass railheads. The chairs with short upholstered and wood arms and resting on cabriole legs. Comes with one matching ottoman. The pillows are filled with 50% down and 50% goose feather fill. They are upholstered in a fine tapestry...
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20th Century French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

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

Materials

Walnut

Pair of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Attr. for John Stuart Gentlemans/Bachelors Chests
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These wonderful dressers/bachelor's chests were probably designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings in the 1950s. Made by John Stuart, they each feature four large drawers with ornate brass ...
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1950s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

Set of 8 French Luminarc Clear Pressed Glass Egg Cups
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of 8 clear pressed glass egg cups made in France by Luminarc -- detailed as chicken hens! Nice large set to serve poached eggs for a big gathering. A...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Glass

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

French Provincial Louis XV Birch Lighted Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Country Louis XV breakfront bookcase or china cabinet USA, 1980s Carved solid birch, with glass front doors, and original brass hardware. Measures: 44.25"W x 19....
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1980s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vintage Italian Fish Form Soup Bowls on Baskets-Set of 4
Located in Ross, CA
Vintage lidded soup bowls with fish form lids, on baskets, made in Italy around the 1960's, set of four. Each piece includes a basket, bowl and fish lid.
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1960s Italian Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

SET 4 Antique French Drop Leaf Nesting TABLE BARLEY TWIST Folding End Carved Oak
Located in Shreveport, LA
SET 4 Antique French Drop Leaf Nesting TABLE BARLEY TWIST Folding End Carved Oak. Direct from France, a fabulous set of antique French barley twist folding/nesting tables! The set includes FOUR separate and complete tables, all solid oak with impressive details! The largest table has stunning barley twist legs on all sides and a carved band around the serpentine beveled edges of the top. Other features include beaded trim to the apron and slatted sides – a bit of “Arts & Crafts” style! Underneath the large table top there are wooden runners that hold the three smaller drop leaf tables when they are 'nested' together. The three drop leaf folding tables...
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1920s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Oak

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

Materials

Ceramic

Peinture à l'huile de Michel Thomas Gamins de Paris ou "Poulbot" France 1960/70
Located in London, England
Les « p'tits poulbots », créés par Francisque Poulbot au début du XXe siècle, capturent avec humour la vie des enfants pauvres de Montmartre. Ces illustrations emblématiques ont évol...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Paint

Handpainted Crab Terrine by Michel Caugant for Herberstein, Portugal
Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp
Handpainted crab terrine by Michel Caugant dating from the 1950s. Michel Caugant was the son of a French pâté maker, he designed terrines for his father's factory. The terrine was m...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Hand Painted Three Panel French Wood Room Divider or Partition Screen
Located in Seattle, WA
vintage hand painted three panel french wood room divider and or space partition screen. Dimensions 48W 1D 71H.
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1960s Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wood

Ceramic Pitcher, Midcentury French
Located in Labrit, Landes
French little pitcher Good condition with characterful patina Shipping: L12 / P 11/ H 14.5 cm 0.6 kg.  
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Green Lacquered Sideboard Credenza
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style sideboard, bar cabinet, or credenza By Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Carved walnut, with original olive green and cream lacquered fi...
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1960s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Walnut, Lacquer

Antique Italian Glass Paneled Lantern
Located in Houston, TX
Antique Italian glass paneled lantern circa 1900-1910. Cast brass with soft, natural green-verdigris patina. Not wired.
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Early 1900s Italian Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass, Iron

French pine farmhouse table 223 cm, 1970s
Located in LYON, FR
Beautiful and long pine farm table with a drawer and its cast iron shell handle. The drawer has a vintage cutlery storage organizer. The table is relatively light and very stable on ...
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1970s European Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Pine

Bodart French Provincial Louis XV Cherry Wood Leather Top Writing Desk
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Provincial Louis XV style writing desk By Jacques Bodart USA, Circa 1960s Cherry wood, with gold embossed leather top, and original brass hardware and ormolu...
Category

1960s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

Rare French Majolica Roses Basket Sarreguemines Circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
Charming French Majolica roses basket signed Sarreguemines, circa 1920. The manufacture of Sarreguemines produced severals examples of baskets with fruits, more rarely with animals a...
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1920s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Pair Of Mid Century Provincial Style Ornate Carved Mahogany Frame Mirrors
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair Of Mid Century Provincial Style Ornate Carved Mahogany Frame Mirrors.
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Composition

Antique French Carved Chestnut Cabinet Bonnetiere Armoire Breton Brittany
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique French Carved Chestnut cabinet Bonnetiere Armoire Breton Brittany. Direct from France, a highly carved “Brittany” cabinet, in a one-piece, ...
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Chestnut

French Sarreguemines plates illustrated by Benjamin Rabier, circa 1930
Located in ASNIÈRES-SUR-SEINE, FR
These humorous dessert or cheese plates will delight young and old alike. Benjamin Rabier (1864-1939), was a French children's author, playwright, animator, illustrator, and comic b...
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1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Rustic French Burlap Grain Sacks and Wood Folding Screen / Room Divider
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching three-panel folding screen / room divider in white patinated wood upholstered with vintage French burlap grain sacks, France, 1960s. This wooden folding screen combines ...
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20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Burlap, Wood

Bol et Mug Roger Capron en céramique Francaise Vallauris French Riviera 1950
Located in London, England
Bol et Mug de Roger Capron en céramique blanche et grise en superbe état. Dimensions: Mug Diamètre 8.5 cm et 8 cm de hauteur Roger Capron, Pablo Picasso, Robert Picault, Jacques Bli...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

French Rustic Faience Plate Circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
French Rustic Faience Plate Circa 1900. Signed PB Auvergne.  
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Faience

1900s French White Wooden Armoire
Located in High Point, NC
A white wooden cabinet from France, circa 1900. This handcrafted armoire stands on turned feet, guarded by a golden-brass lock. A refreshing space maker and a stylish storage. Adorne...
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vintage French Louis Philippe Mahogany Scroll Form Fauteuil Armchairs
Located in Elkton, MD
Crafted from quality mahogany wood, upholstered in neutral cream fabric.
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Mid-20th Century French Patinated Brass Music Stand with Lyre Motif
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Display your music score or a book on this decorative, antique stand! Crafted in France, circa 1950, the music stand sits on four feet base decorated with floral motifs, and features...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

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 ...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Marble, Bronze

French Limoges Small Heart Shaped Floral Trinket Box
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Charming Limoges heart trinket box hand-painted. The underside of the box is marked Limoges France. This piece would certainly make a wonderf...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Gold, Brass

Pair of 60s Italian Bent Bamboo Rattan Bohemian French Riviera Lounge Armchairs
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern pair of armchairs in rattan wicker bamboo with great design and tall high back. This charming lounge chairs are in the typical style of Fra...
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Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Bamboo

A Composition of Stoic Geometry: French Art Deco Brutalist Sideboard, 1940s
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
A composition of stoic geometry, this French sideboard reveals a language of sculptural restraint and architectural rhythm. Executed in solid oak circa 1940, the piece commands prese...
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1940s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Oak

Italian Carved Giltwood Caned Settee With French Styling - Down Cushion
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a mid-century carved giltwood settee with a triple round caned back. The caning is the French method. The down cushion is almost Moorish. It is most likely Italian and is in ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Giltwood

French Provincial Walnut Commode
Located in Astoria, NY
French Provincial Walnut Commode, with three drawers and brass pulls, "Made in France / Expressly for Bloomingdale's" plaque label in top drawer. 31" H x 33.5" W x 16.5" D. Provenanc...
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20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

French Bleached Oak Bookcase or Vitrine
Located in Atlanta, GA
Bleached Oak French Bookshelf, France, circa 1950s. It is a versatile size and can be used as a bookcase, vitrine, bookshelf, or as storage in a living area or bedroom.
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Oak

Set of 6 French Sculpted Oak and Studded Leather Dining Chairs
Located in Shippensburg, PA
SET OF SIX FRENCH OAK AND COGNAC STITCHED-AND-STUDDED LEATHER DINING CHAIRS Circa early 20th century Item #308ZOL16P A rich and wonderful set of six dining chairs, they feature wond...
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20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

1960s Italian Bamboo Rattan Bohemian French Riviera Arched Wall Mirror
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern arched mirror, perfect in any room or in a bedroom. This charming piece is in the typical style of Audoux and Minet where the organic beaut...
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Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Mirror

Midcentury Century French Oak Wine Tasting Table
Located in L'AMETLLA DE MAR, ES
An authentic French country farm house harvest work table with attractive beautifully aged warm rustic patina. circa 1900. Created in Provincial France in the early XX century, likel...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Oak

Kindel Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Cherry Wood Dining Table, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Provincial Louis XV style extension dining table By Kindel Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Stunning book-matched inlaid cherry wood top, with carved solid cherry wood cabriole legs...
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1960s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Cherry

Wooden French Prvincial Chair, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
We have a total of 5 chairs. 2 are slightly different, probably from a different oak board. But all had been bought together. They are very heavy, about 25kg per chair.
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1960s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Oak

White Furniture French Country Two-Drawer Maple Side Tables
Located in Germantown, MD
White furniture French country two-drawer maple side tables in good vintage condition. Two roomy dovetailed drawers close and open smoothly. Measure...
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Maple

John Widdicomb Style French Provincial Louis XV Cream Lacquered Wall Mirror
Located in South Bend, IN
A stylish French Provincial Louis XV style cream lacquered and gold gilt framed wall mirror In the manner of John Widdicomb (Produced by Carolina Mirror Co.) USA, Circa 1960s Meas...
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1960s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Wood, Paint

Blanc Pot with Lid (Two Available)
Located in New Orleans, LA
Perfect neutral white pot, which is a great accent piece for you home. **Third pot has a missing lid and handle; and it's slightly taller and wider than the other two pots.
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20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

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

Materials

Brass

Majolica Oranges Plate Keller & Guerin Saint Clement
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica oranges plate Keller & Guerin Saint Clement circa 1930.
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1930s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

French Ceramic Water Cruche Jug with Handle and Lid
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Charming authentic piece of pottery from Provence. Beautifully weathered jug with an amazing neutral glazed color. Imperfections help authenticate this water cruche from France.
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Baker Furniture Style French Provincial Red Lacquered Secretary Desk with Hutch
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style bureau with drop front secretary desk and bookcase hutch top In the manner of Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1970s Red lacquered carved wal...
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1970s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

Italian Provincial Marcucci Deruta Blue and White Scalloped Faience Wall Plate
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful French Provincial style hand painted blue and cream faience pottery wall plate featuring floral designs. By Marcucci for Deruta Italy, Late-20th Century Measures: 5.25...
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Late 20th Century Italian French Provincial Furniture

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Faience, Pottery

French Terracotta Majolica Dog Normandy Circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
French Terra Cotta Majolica Dog Normandy Circa 1900. decorated with Cornflowers called Barbeaux in France. in the style and period of Emile Galle.
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Terracotta

Sideboard in Fluted Oak and Iron, France, 1950s
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
The façade of this sideboard pulses with an almost rhythmic solemnity—deeply fluted pilasters catch the light in alternating ribbons of shadow, while the sculpted iron pulls arc like...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Iron

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 ...
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1960s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Earthenware

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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