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: 1950s
Robert Picault, Bonbonnière / Petite cocotte 1950s
Located in AIX-LES-BAINS, FR
Robert PICAULT (1919-2000)
Céramiste de génie, ayant travaillé étroitement avec PICASSO et Roger CAPRON, il crée son propre ALQUIFOUX (mélange de de sulfure de plomb et de sable) et ...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
French Tole and Glass Polychrome Pastel Flower Cage Pendant Light, 1950s
Located in Barntrup, DE
French Tole and glass polychrome pastel flower cage pendant light, circa the 1950s.
Adorable cage-shaped pendant light fixture made of hand-painted metal in polychrome pastel tones, adorned with flowers and leaves. Single light with a frosted, hand-painted glass lampshade...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Metal
Assiette Cerart Monaco céramique Francaise multicolore Côte-d'Azur 1950 Vintage
By Vallauris AM
Located in AIX-LES-BAINS, FR
Assiette de décoration, richement décorée de fleurs multicolores en céramique Francaise . Elle est en superbe état .
Son décor est un parfait témoignage du savoir faire dans l'art de...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Vase Cerart Monaco en céramique Francaise décor à l'or fin Côte-d'Azur 1950
By Vallauris AM
Located in AIX-LES-BAINS, FR
Très grand vase en céramique émaillée . Modèle sortie des ateliers des ateliers de céramique monégasque il est richement décoré de fleurs et fruit sur fond noir et or. Il est en bel...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Louche Les frères Cloutier en céramique dessin anthropomorphe Francaise 1950
Located in AIX-LES-BAINS, FR
Louche à punch ou sangria, le manche en hêtre massif teinté tourné, la tête hémisphérique en céramique emmaillée avec un joli visage à l'intérieur. Elle est en parfait état .
Objets ...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Large Carved Walnut French Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a beautifully upholstered pair of French carved walnut bergere chairs of large scale. The scale is tall and wide and the condition is rather good for a set of 1950s era pair ...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Fine Quality Auffray Attributed Country French Commode with Italian Paper Lining
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a superbly crafted hand-carved details in the French provincial style and looks like it was done by Auffray furniture of New York. The carving quality is exceptional, and the...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Brass
An oval ceramic dish by Robert Picault France Vallauris 1950s
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A magnificent oval ceramic dish by Robert Picault, adorned with a thistle motif, in perfect condition. Picault's personal pieces bear his full signature until 1962, while industrial ...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
A glossy yellow soup tureen from the French company Biot France 1950
By Biot
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
This elegant glossy yellow soup tureen from the French company Biot is perfect for serving soup or stews during kitchen suppers. And when it's not in use on the table, it doubles as...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Small French drapery table from the 1950s
Located in LYON, FR
We present to you this very pretty drapery from the 50s in pine. Completely restored and matt varnished in our workshop, it has a drawer equipped with a shell handle. Given its highl...
Category
1950s European Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Pine
Bouteille et tasses Roger Capron en céramique Francaise Vallauris, 1950 Vintage
By Roger Capron
Located in AIX-LES-BAINS, FR
Magnifique service à liqueur Roger Capron avec sa bouteille haute de 33.5 cm et ses 6 godets assortis.
La bouteille aux pied tripode est en céramique blanche à décor polychrome est ...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
1950s French Blue and White Floral Cast Iron Planter
Located in High Point, NC
A cast iron planter from France, circa 1950. Recalling the French countryside of a bygone era, cast iron elements are bolted together in a charming rustic construction. Adorned with ...
Category
1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Iron
Set of 6 Georges Robert wood and straw chairs, made in France, 1950s
Located in Lyon, FR
Set of 6 brutalist chairs made in the 1950s in France by Georges Robert.
With its rustic and simple design, they have been made for countryside houses, yet its gorgeous wood grain an...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Straw, Wood, Oak
French Style Side Chair with Carved Frame
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1960s
Sweet little French style side chair with nice carved detail to the frame. A really nice scale to this piece. It would be a great desk or side chair for a guest room. No m...
Category
1950s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Fabric
Italian 1950s Ship Chandelier
Located in London, GB
This very decorative chandelier was hand made in Italy in the 1950s. It has beautiful beaded detail to create the hull, rigging and sails, with an interesting crow's nest at the top of the mast - which is covered in tiny beads...
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1950s Italian Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Metal
Raoul Dufy Concert Lithograph
By Raoul Dufy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Raoul Dufy concert art lithograph obtained from the estate of Tony Duquette. Great addition to your French inspired interiors.
Art dimensions: 21.5" x 17"
Category
1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Paper
French Louis XV Refractory Dining Table Carved Oak
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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1950s Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Oak
Vase Accolay en céramique émaillé signé JT Français circa 1950 Vintage
Located in AIX-LES-BAINS, FR
Grand vase des années 50 français, de couleur rouge sang de bœuf, il possède une particularité originale: en l'admirant, de face, les pincements dans la matière semblent représenter ...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Small draper from the 50s, old french cash drawer
Located in LYON, FR
This old cash drawer made in Lyon in the 1950s can be used as such in a store or as a presentation table or simply serve as a console in an interior. Fully restored and protected by ...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Pine
French Majolica Cicada Wall Pocket Sicart Circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica cicada wall pocket signed Sicart from Provence.
Height / 6.5 inches.
Category
1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Small French farmhouse table with spindle legs
Located in LYON, FR
This very pretty, fully restored old table has the particularity of being made with 3 species of wood. There is an oak base and a pine and poplar top. With its drawer with shell hand...
Category
1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Oak, Pine
Large old walnut farm table with 6 legs
Located in LYON, FR
This majestic 6-legged farm table is presented here to give character to your interior and allow you to receive many guests at the table. Its generous dimensions and its careful peri...
Category
1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Walnut
French Majolica Cicada Wall Pocket Circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Majolica cicada wall pocket from Provence.
Height / 7 inches.
Category
1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
1950s France Provincial Standing Coat Rack
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice France Provincial Standing Coat Rack, 1950s.
in its original color . Solid Brass nobs . revolving top
Category
1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
French 50's bench in massive oak
Located in LYON, FR
Maison Lecan offers you this fully restored and varnished farm bench. From the 50s, it has a pretty veining and will fit perfectly into many interior decorations. Note that its legs ...
Category
1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Oak
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Highboy Dresser, 1950s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Rococo or French Provincial Louis XV style gentleman's chest or highboy dresser
By John Widdicomb
USA, 1950s
Solid carved cherry wood, with original cream lacque...
Category
1950s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Brass
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Nightstands, 1950s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Rococo or French Provincial Louis XV style bedside tables or end tables
By John Widdicomb
USA, 1950s
Solid carved cherry wood, with original cream lacque...
Category
1950s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Brass
French Majolica Cicada Wall Pocket Circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Majolica cicada wall pocket from Provence.
Height / 7 inches.
Category
1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Triple Dresser or Credenza, 1950s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Rococo or French Provincial Louis XV style nine-drawer dresser or credenza
By John Widdicomb
USA, 1950s
Solid carved cherry wood, with original cream lacquered a...
Category
1950s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Brass
Large French Majolica Cicada Wall Pocket Circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Majolica cicada wall pocket from Provence.
Height / 9 inches.
Category
1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Charming French Glazed Ceramic Chicken C. 1950's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A quaint French glazed ceramic figure, a chicken that carries the charm of a rustic countryside kitchen. This figure is meticulously adorned with an array of vibrant fruits; ripe apples and lush grapes are depicted in a palette of reds, greens, blues, and browns. These fruits seem to have been placed with care by the artisan, wrapping around the chicken in a natural, yet decorative manner.
The chicken's body serves as a canvas of pure white, allowing the vivid colors of the glazed fruits...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Rustic French Provincial Sculptured Chair in the Style of Alexandre Noll, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Rustic French Provincial Sculptured Chair in the Style of Alexandre Noll, 1960s
The seat width is 32 cm, the seat depth 35 cm and the seat height 38 cm.
The overall width is 42cm, ...
Category
1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Elm
A carved wooden egg - 1950s - France.
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A carved wooden egg, likely made in the 1950s in France. This type of object was popular at the time and is often considered a beautiful decorative item. Carved eggs were often craft...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Wood
Rustic French Provincial Sculptured Chair in the Style of Alexandre Noll, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Rustic French Provincial Sculptured Chair in the Style of Alexandre Noll, 1960s
The seat width is 32 cm, the seat depth 35 cm and the seat height 38 cm.
The overall width is 42cm, ...
Category
1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Elm
Vintage French Provincial Style Chaise Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage French Provincial Style Chaise Lounge Chair
Original Vintage Condition
Materials: Painted Wood, Gold Leaf, Original Upholstery
Dimensions:
26”H x 47”W x 25.50”D
Seat Height...
Category
1950s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Gold Leaf
Rustic French Provincial Sculptured Chair in the Style of Alexandre Noll, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Rustic French Provincial Sculptured Chair in the Style of Alexandre Noll, 1960s
The seat width is 32 cm, the seat depth 35 cm and the seat height 38 cm.
The overall width is 42cm, ...
Category
1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Elm
Rustic French Provincial Sculptured Chair in the Style of Alexandre Noll, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Rustic French Provincial Sculptured Chair in the Style of Alexandre Noll, 1960s
The seat width is 32 cm, the seat depth 35 cm and the seat height 38 cm.
The overall width is 42cm, ...
Category
1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Elm
Lovely French Mid-Century Modern Working Wooden Stool, 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Beautiful patina.
Category
1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Wood
French ceramic 1950's table lamp
Located in Amstelveen, NL
Esthetically pleasing hand crafted ceramic lamp stand (with original shade). Beautifully glazed by a skilled artisan. Interestingly it has typically cubist shapes and vivid colours. ...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Fresque, Tableau de Arthur Girod en céramique Française 1950
By Arthur Girod
Located in AIX-LES-BAINS, FR
Fresque en céramique aux couleurs éclatantes, se compose de 12 carreaux 15cmx15cm numérotés en superbe état.
Rarissime de pouvoir trouver des œuvres de Arthur Girod ,artiste poète qu...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Braided red ceramic bowl from Vallauris, France 1950s
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
Beautiful fruit bowl or centerpiece in braided enameled ceramic in the style of Jérôme Massier dating from the 1950s, produced in Vallauris, France.
This bowl is covered with a very...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Pot à tabac Roger Capron décor "soleils" en céramique Française Vallauris 1950
By Roger Capron
Located in AIX-LES-BAINS, FR
Le pot de tabac est une tradition française qui remonte à plusieurs siècles. Utilisé pour conserver le tabac et faciliter son utilisation, le pot de tabac est devenu un objet embléma...
Category
1950s European Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Mid century vintage handmade Italian bookcase for Bloomingdale’s
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a handsome dark walnut. Handmade Italian bookcase made exclusively for Bloomingdale’s. The two hand carved doors at the front have chicken wire inserted to the center and has...
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1950s Italian Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Wood
Théière Saint Clément décor grappe de raisin en céramique Francaise 1950 Vintage
Located in AIX-LES-BAINS, FR
La barbotine est un mélange d’argile et d’eau utilisé pour couler une pièce ou pour coller entre eux les éléments d’une faïence. Mais quand, en broc’, on parle barbotine, on évoque ...
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1950s European Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Elegant French 1950s Chandelier
Located in London, GB
This unusual chandelier was made in France in the 1950s.
Please take a look at all our pictures - the elegantly simple design has lovely touches of detail. From the lovely hearts de...
Category
1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Metal
French Oval Mirror In Light Yellow Carved Wood From Provence, circa 1950
Located in Paris, FR
French oval mirror from the 50's in carved wood painted in a patinated light yellow Provencal color, "Folk Art" inspired. Decorated with a carved bow in the Louis XVI style. Antique ...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Wood, Mirror
Bar Stool set in the style of Charlotte Perriand, France 1950's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Mid-Century French Rustic made Bar Stool set in the style of Charlotte Perriand. Made in France, 1950's / 1960's period. Solid oak constructed frame with rush woven seat. Nic...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Rush, Oak
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Cherry Wood Vanity With Flip Up Mirror
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style vanity with flip up mirror
By John Widdicomb
USA, 1950s
Carved solid cherry wood, with original brass hardware.
Measures: 42"W x 20"D ...
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1950s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Brass
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...
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1950s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Cherry
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Stool from the French Alps, - 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Old heavy wooden stool from the French Alps.
Shod with a corrugated metal ring and therefore 100% stable and comfortable.
We were lucky enough to find three of them and offer th...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Stool from the French Alps, --- 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Old heavy wooden stool from the French Alps.
Shod with a corrugated metal ring and therefore 100% stable and comfortable.
We were lucky enough to find three of them and offer th...
Category
1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Stool from the French Alps, -- 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Old heavy wooden stool from the French Alps.
Shod with a corrugated metal ring and therefore 100% stable and comfortable.
We were lucky enough to find three of them and offer th...
Category
1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Metal
French Majolica Oyster Plate Saint Clement, circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica oyster plate Saint Clement, circa 1950.
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Provençal Green Center Console table, polychrome, 50's - 60's - France
Located in Valladolid, ES
Exceptional table of French origin and Provencal style, made in the media of the previous century in wood. The table was raised on one of the slender legs, which aligned with the vis...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Bronze
French Carved Wood Stacked Book Cocktail Tables, a Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pair of French carved wood stacked book cocktail tables. Great addition to your classical inspired interiors.
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Wood
1950s French Brass Corkscrew with Wooden Base
Located in High Point, NC
Originating from 1950s France, this sophisticated corkscrew showcases a richly polished base crafted from high-quality wood, supporting a brass body complemented by a comfortable woo...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair 1950's French Provincial Walnut / Brass Lattice End/ Side Tables
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair 1950's French Provincial Walnut with Brass Detailed Lattice Front End/ Side Tables. These are beautiful with ope sides for storage and stunning front brass lattice.
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Wood
Gilt-Iron Martini Table
Located in Houston, TX
Gilt-iron martini table circa 1945-1965, Spain. Low twisted-iron gallery, spiraled decoration and tripod base. Original gilded finish.
Category
1950s Spanish Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Iron, Gold Leaf
French Provincial furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique French Provincial furniture for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, tables, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used French Provincial furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include Baker Furniture Company, Maison Baguès, Sarreguemines, and Henredon. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $18 and tops out at $125,000 while the average work can sell for $1,997.
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