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.
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Style: French Provincial
Period: Early 20th Century
French Side Cabinet Empire Commode Satinwood
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Amazing French Satinwood Side Cabinet in the Empire manner
Circa 19th Century
This Cabinet is Raised Upon Turned Feet With Brass Castors.
The Cabinet Features 2 Doors, Each Door Havi...
Category
Early 1900s Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Walnut
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
Antique French Provincial Fruitwood Side Table, Circa 1900.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Provincial fruitwood side table, Circa 1900.
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
Early 20th C. Louis XVI Petite Desk/ Writing Table
Located in East Hampton, NY
A wonderful early 20th Century French Louis XVI style writing desk in ebonized black finish. Dating to around the 1940’s with original brass mounts and leather top. This is the epi...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of Decorative Gold Figural French Gilt Brass Table Lamps
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Pair of beautiful and intricate French style figural lamps with swords and laurel leaves, and lovely double bird finials. Pull cord for either of the two bulbs in each lamp!
#5590
D...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Brass
Larage French Marble Top Dining Table with Iron Base with Maker's Name
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Stunning large versatile French marble top rectangular cafe table or writing desk with a classic Provencal green iron base. Marble is a stunning dark green marble with lovely veining...
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Marble, Metal
French, Oak Child's School Desk c. 1900's
Located in London, GB
This French 1900's Oak child's school desk is a rare find that exudes immense character. The desk bears the markings of many children who have used it over the years, adding to its c...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Oak
An Italian carved and painted giltwood King size headboard circa 1900.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An Italian carved and painted giltwood King size headboard with upholstered panel circa 1900. This headboard is designed to be hung on the wall and can be used with or without the pl...
Category
Early 1900s Italian Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Provencal Style French Extending Table
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest that you read the whole description, as with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to ensure the authenticity of our items. French extending table in Provencal style made of oak wood; the top has a precious "parqueterie Versailles" workmanship, this name because the design of the decoration was made on the model of a floor of the Palace of Versailles; the underneath and the legs are ebonized wood with some light carving; the legs are "cabriole "that is, a design shaped in two curves, the upper one convex and the lower one concave; a shape known to the ancient Chinese and Greeks, which came back into fashion in Europe at the end of the 17th century, when it was incorporated into the more curvilinear styles introduced in England, France and Holland; with this type of leg, the design becomes very pleasing, well-proportioned and elegant. The term parquet is of French origin and seems to have originated in the 1600s, a time when wooden floors were at their most popular. The word parquet comes from the technique of marqueterie or parqueterie i.e., inlay applied to fine furniture. The table extends easily, the two extensions, originally, slide out from under the top and fit with the top itself in a perfect and aesthetically pleasing manner. This work of art was created by a true master cabinetmaker in a perfect and meticulous manner in France between 1910 and 1915 in an artisan workshop in the artisan area of Bru, in the department of Vosges in the Grand Est Region. The style is typically Provençal, but the finishing of the top and the choice to create a pleasant contrast, using black for the part underneath, give it a strong aesthetic and make it much more elegant and refined than Provençal furniture...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Oak
French Wrought Iron Gates, a Pair
Located in Winter Park, FL
A pair of French wrought iron garden gate grilles or decorative panels with green painted patina. Good quality iron work. Some rust and peeling paint. Please refer to photos for mor...
Category
Early 20th Century European French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Antique Carved Figural French Breton Inlaid Dining Extending Table Brittany 1900
Located in Portland, OR
A very good antique carved Breton extending dining table, Brittany France, circa 1900.
The table having a draw leaf at each end that extends to 101", the table could seat up to 12 pe...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Oak
1900s French Oak Pedestal
Located in High Point, NC
A turn of the century oak pedestal produced in France, this four columns pedestal makes for an ornate statement. Industriously hand carved, this corinthian inspired piece features th...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Oak
Painted Pine French Farmhouse Long Bench c. 1900
Located in London, GB
This charming painted Pine French Farmhouse long bench from the 1930's is a beautiful addition to any home. Made from sturdy pine wood, this bench exudes rustic charm with its distre...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Pine, Paint
French Majolica Oyster Plate Orchies, circa 1910
By Orchies
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica oyster plate Orchies, circa 1910.
Category
1910s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Small black French Stone Mortar with stone Pestle
Located in Rümmingen, BW
This small French mortar was sourced in the south of France. It's an iconic and traditional kitchen object which is found all over France. Its traditional use was and still is to gri...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Stone
French Majolica Celadon Oyster Plate Orchies, circa 1910
By Orchies
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica oyster plate Orchies, circa 1910.
Celadon color.
Category
1910s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
1920s Carved Walnut French Bergeres Armchairs Upholstered in Silk, a Pair
Located in Miami, FL
1920s Carved Walnut French Bergeres Armchairs Upholstered in Silk, a Pair
Offered for sale is a pair of French hand-carved Walnut Bergere club chairs that have been beautifully up...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Silk, Walnut
Group of Three Early 20th C French Ceramic Confit Jars
Located in Troy, MI
Group of three early 20th C French ceramic confit jars
Individual Sizes:
#11472 (L2) = 14.5" h x 10" w x 10" d
#11283 (Y4) = 12" h x 12" w x 9.75" d
#11081 (G6) = 9.25" h x 9.5" w...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Early 20th Century French Farm Dining Table
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
A large French country house dining table from the 1st half of the 20th century. Made of oak in traditional craftsmanship.
Standing on rectangular ground plan, consisting of 4 soli...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Oak
Pair of French Louis XV-Style Porcelain Provincial Figural Lamps
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original Vintage Condition
Lamps:
27”H x 8.50”W x 5.50”D
Shade:
11.50"H x 12"W x 12"D
Category
1920s German Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Metal
French Faience Server Oyster Henriot Quimper Circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
French Faience Server Oyster with handle signed Henriot Quimper circa 1900.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Faience
Large Oak French Farmhouse Table
Located in Billingshurst, GB
The Large Oak antique French farmhouse table is a substantial and beautifully crafted piece of furniture. It It features a sturdy base with a centre and end stretcher, ensuring stabi...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Oak
Majolica Lady Bug Wall Pocket Sarreguemines, circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica lady bug wall pocket Sarreguemines, circa 1900.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
A Stunning 3 Branch Brass and Crystal Chandelier This is excellent quality
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A Stunning 3 Branch Brass and Crystal Chandelier
This is an excellent quality piece, it has a brass crown hung with crystal drops in the centre this has 3 branches supporting brass...
Category
Early 1900s Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Crystal
Original Antique French Bistro Folding Cafe Garden Table
Located in Stockbridge, GB
Vintage French Garden Bistro Table -K
An original green metal bistro table with folding legs. The table is solid with metal legs. There is some wear in places to the top and legs gi...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron, Steel
Antique Brass Round Passage Door Knobs Set of 2 England 1920s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique patinated round brass passage door knobs sets on square spindle with rosettes.
These antique traditional door knobs will add timeless character to any door, rustic, farm hous...
Category
Early 20th Century English French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Brass
French Majolica Celadon Oyster Plate Orchies, circa 1910
By Orchies
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica oyster plate Orchies, circa 1910.
Celadon color.
Category
1910s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Small French Quimper Platter Henriot Quimper, circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
Small French Quimper Platter Henriot Quimper, circa 1920.
6.5 inches by 5 inches.
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Faience
Vintage French Patio Marble Top Table Wrought Iron Base & Set of Four Chairs
Located in Sheridan, CO
Vintage Bistro painted wrought iron patio set in original pink and yellow patina. This set includes a bistro table with a round marble top, over pink painted iron base, rising on fo...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Marble, Wrought Iron
French corner sideboard, 1900s completely restored
Located in LYON, FR
Nous vous présentons cette élégante et rare enfilade d'angle en pin que nous avons entièrement restaurée et vernie à l'intérieur. Vous avez donc un meuble avec tout le charme et la p...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Pine
Antique Aubusson Door-Window Panel
Located in Evanston, IL
French Aubusson door-window panel.
Tapestry manufacture at Aubusson and in the upper valley of the Creuse in central France.
They have developed from looms in isolated family works...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Wool
Antique Aubusson Door-Window Panel
Located in Evanston, IL
French Aubusson door-window panel.
Tapestry manufacture at Aubusson and in the upper valley of the Creuse in central France.
They have developed from looms in isolated family works...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Wool
Large French Silver Gilt Bistro Mirror c1890
Located in Downham Market, GB
A large, early French silver leaf bistro mirror.
A superb early bistro mirror, the thick plate set in its thick, bull nose frame in the original silver leaf finish with the perfect p...
Category
Early 20th Century British French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Glass, Mirror, Giltwood
Pair, White Painted Small Chest of Drawers Nightstands, France Circa 1920
Located in Round Top, TX
Pair, Provincial style small pine chest of three drawers perfect to use as nightstands or small side tables at only 17.25" wide.
Standing on cabriolet legs, the three drawers have a...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Pine, Paint
Majolica Asparagus Platter Keller & Guerin Saint Clement, circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica asparagus platter by Keller and Guerin, manufacturer of Saint Clement, circa 1900.Trompe l’oeil napkin and pink chrysanthemums.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Majolica, Ceramic
Antique French Country Confit Pot Pottery Jug Glazed Greenish Yellow Large #2
Located in Tyler, TX
Antique French Country Large Chartreuse Glazed Confit Pot Pottery Jar #2~~12" Tall~~
Wonderful confit pot directly from the south of France~~eye-catching yellow-green or chartreuse ...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Antique French White and Blue Enamel Canister Set - 6 Pieces
Located in Centennial, CO
This charming vintage French enamel canister set consists of six lidded canisters. They are white enamel with a hint of pale blue. The ...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Enamel
French Majolica Celadon Oyster Plate Orchies, circa 1910
By Orchies
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica oyster plate Orchies, circa 1910.
Celadon color.
Category
1910s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
French Majolica Celadon Oyster Plate Orchies, circa 1910
By Orchies
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica Celadon oyster plate Orchies, circa 1910.
Category
1910s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
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
Green Majolica Asparagus Platter Keller & Guerin Saint Clement, circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Green Majolica asparagus platter by Keller and Guerin, manufacturer of Saint Clement, circa 1900.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Majolica
A pair of painted French doors circa 1900.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of painted French doors circa 1900. Each door having twelve mirrored panes. Total: 55"W
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Wood
Vintage French Painted Wrought Iron Plant Stands, Jardiniere - Set of 2
Located in Sheridan, CO
(pair) French white-painted iron garden planters, 20th c., having pierced heart basket, rising on scrolled base.
Dimensions:
Approx 28"h, 18"diam
Acquired at European estate auctio...
Category
Early 20th Century French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
SET 4 Antique French Country Dining Chair Ladder Back Carved Dark Oak
Located in Shreveport, LA
SET 4 Antique French Country Dining Chair Ladder Back Carved Dark Oak.
Direct from France, a set of 4 antique French dining chairs...
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Oak
Row of 3 French Bentwood and Turned Wood Coat Hooks
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Row of 3 French Bentwood and Turned Wood Coat Hooks
This is a very practical row of iron Hat and Coat Hooks, each hook has a bentwood coat carrier and a turned wooden knob for a hat...
Category
Early 1900s Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Bentwood
French Pair of Nightstand Tables with Carved Drawer and Cabriole Legs
Located in Miami, FL
A French walnut drawer nightstands from the late-19th century with ribbon-carved moldings and carved skirt. This petite French table features a rectangular top with beveled edges, si...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Antique French Renaissance Inlaid Walnut Record China Liquor Bar Cabinet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Renaissance Carved and Inlaid Walnut Record China Cabinet Curio. Item features brass hardware, beautiful inlay, raised on carved legs with stretcher support, 4 swing d...
Category
Early 1900s Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Walnut
PAIR SET 2 Antique French Arm Dining Chair Ladder Back Carved Dark Oak
Located in Shreveport, LA
PAIR SET 2 Antique French Arm Dining Chair Ladder Back Carved Dark Oak.
Direct from France, a set of 2antique French arm chairs, with classic French style that compliments any décor...
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Oak
Antique French Country Farm Table Dining Table Farmhouse Desk Oak C. 1900
Located in Tyler, TX
EXCELLENT LARGE Antique French Country Oak Farmhouse Farm Table Dining Table Desk Office Conference Library Table~~Over 7 Feet Wide~~
This beautiful table has the French Country "lo...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Oak
PAIR Antique French Country Carved Oak Dining ARM Chair Rush Seat Set of 2
Located in Shreveport, LA
Direct from France, a lovely pair of antique French arm chairs, with classic French style, perfect for any sitting area, from den to family room, kitchen or dining room, timeless sty...
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Rush, Oak
Brass Arts and Crafts Floor Lamp, Hand made Shade
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Brass Arts and Crafts Floor Lamp, Hand made Shade
This is a very attractive and fine quality piece, the lamp has a fluted brass centre corinthian column with a stepped square brass...
Category
1920s Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair French Provincial Green Painted And Upholstered Low Fauteuils / Bergeres
Located in Germantown, MD
A Pair French Provincial Green Painted And Upholstered Low Fauteuils / Bergeres chairs. Measure 28" in width, 24"in depth and stands 31" tall. Seat height is 14" and arm height is 23...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
Vintage French Louis Philippe Mahogany Scroll Form Fauteuil Armchairs
Located in Elkton, MD
Crafted from quality mahogany wood, upholstered in neutral cream fabric.
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Vintage White Cast Iron Campana Lion Mask Urn Planters, a Pair
Located in Sheridan, CO
A pair of cast iron campana-form garden urn planters, in a white painted finish, having egg and dart rim, over grapevine and melon ribbed body, lion mask handles, rising on integral ...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Iron
Antique French Country PAIR Confit Pots Pottery Jugs Glazed Ochre Yellow Large
Located in Tyler, TX
Antique French Country PAIR of Large Ochre Yellow Glazed Confit Pots Pottery Jars ~ 19th c
Striking 19th century confit pots directly from the south of France~~eye-catching yellow ...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Old trade furniture in oak wood drawers XL format
Located in LYON, FR
Superb piece of furniture from the 1920s in solid oak that we have completely restored. It consists of 36 drawers, 9 of which are full depth and the other 27 are 50 cm deep. This pie...
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Oak, Pine
Antique French Provincial Hand-Carved Mahogany Kitchen Shelf with Two Drawers
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Antique kitchen shelf, with hand-caved sides. It has 3 tiers and 2 drawers at the bottom. Made out of solid likely African Mahogany. The shelf is 35" high, 19 5" wide and about 7.5" ...
Category
Early 20th Century French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
French Majolica Oyster Plate Longchamp, circa 1900
By Longchamp
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica oyster plate signed Longchamp, circa 1900.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
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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