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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: Late 20th Century
Light Green Floral French Provincial Square Needlepoint Pillow Case
Located in New York, NY
Light green Floral French Provincial square needlepoint pillow. Made of wool with an ivory cotton cloth backing. It is new and has never been used. Measures: 16 x 16 inches. Kindly ...
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1990s Chinese French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wool

Shahkar Light Brown French Provincial Square Needlepoint Pillow Case
Located in New York, NY
New French Provincial square needlepoint pillow case It measures 16 x 16 inches. Please note this piece ships flat and without an insert.
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1990s Chinese French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wool

Light Brown Ivory Floral French Provincial Square Needlepoint Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Light brown ivory floral French provincial square needlepoint pillow. Made of wool with an ivory cotton cloth backing. It is new and has never been used. Measures: 16 x 16 inches....
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1990s Chinese French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wool

Set of 4 Black Iron Charleston Forge Ladderback Dining Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of 4 Charleston Forge forged iron dining chairs in a contemporary take on "French Country" with ladderback design. Forged heavy black wrought iron with original black naugahyde s...
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1990s American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Iron

French Country Red Painted and Gold Gilt Rush Seat Dining Chairs, Set of Eight
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of eight French Provincial or French Country dining chairs In the manner of Henredon USA, Late 20th Century Carved red painted and gold gilt solid walnut frames, wi...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Rush, Walnut, Paint

Vintage French Provincial Style Aqua Verdigris China Cabinet
Located in Centennial, CO
Beautiful French provincial display cabinet, perhaps from the 1960s. Light honey colored wood, perhaps ash, glows and background verd...
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Late 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ash

Late 20th Century French Country Whitewashed Distressed Finish Triple Dresser
Located in Charlotte, NC
A triple dresser in the French Country style, unbranded, similar quality to Thomasville. Solid hardwood with distressed whitewashed finish and antiqued brass hardware. Features nine ...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

French Provincial Twin Headboards in Walnut and Caning attr. Henredon, pair
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1987 Pair of Twin Headboards in walnut with caned backs, attributed to Henredon- from an estate with other signed Henredon pieces. In very good vintage condition. Classic decora...
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1980s American Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Late 20th Century French Country Whitewashed Distressed Queen Size Sleigh Bed
Located in Charlotte, NC
A queen size sleigh bed in the French Country style, unbranded, similar quality to Thomasville. Solid hardwood with a distressed and whitewashed finish. Headboard, footboard, clip he...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

Vintage French Faience Wall Lavabo from Lallier Moustiers, 3 Pieces
By Moustier
Located in Ross, CA
Large Moustiers French faiance wall lavabo hand painted and signed. Measures: Backsplash is approximately 23 in. L. x 14 in. W. Basin is approximately ...
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1970s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

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

Late 20th Century Mahogany Frame French Provincial Parsons Chairs - Pair
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of French Provincial style Parsons chairs, unbranded, similar in quality to Hickory Chair or John Widdicomb. Mahogany frames with high backs, carved knees, cabriole legs, and ...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Huge Drexel Heritage Console Table 90"
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 Huge Solid Wood Drexel ...
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1980s Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wood

Theodore Alexander Ateliers De La Madeleine French Mahogany Chest Nightstand
Located in Dayton, OH
A Theodore Alexander French Country 2 drawer chest or side table, circa 1980s. Part of Ateliers De La Madeleine Collection, with a mahogany frame featuring a dark wood tone with stri...
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Late 20th Century French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

2 Vintage Theodore Alexander French Carved Mahogany Leather Ottomans Foot Stools
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of Late 20th century Ottomans / Foot stools by Theodore Alexander. French Country / Baroque inspiration with carved mahogany frames. Upholstered in brown tooled leather with nai...
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Late 20th Century French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Baker Furniture Italian Provincial Carved Maple Console or Entry Table
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful Italian Provincial Louis XV style console table or entry table By Baker Furniture, "Milling Road" Collection Italy, Late 20th Century Carved maple, with original brass...
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Late 20th Century Italian French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

Herbarium Vallauris ceramic coffee table, rustic chic design, France 1970s
Located in leucate, FR
Rare coffee table in solid oak and Vallauris ceramic, large herbarium pattern. The assembly of the wooden structure free of metal hardware. Very beautiful rustic chic French design. ...
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1970s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Sandstone

Teak farm table with spindle legs
Located in LYON, FR
This teak table (exotic wood) is very practical with its huge drawer located on one end and its other drawer on the front and is also very beautiful with its airy look provided by th...
Category

1970s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Teak

MAITLAND SMITH French Console Table Brass Tessellated Marble
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 Vintage MAITLAND SMITH ...
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1970s Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Marble, Stone, Brass, Iron

Wrought Iron Topiary Urn Form
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial black wrought iron planter with topiary form. This piece could also be used as a candle holder. USA, Late-20th Century Measures: 9"W x 9"D x 24.5"H. ...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Baker Furniture Italian Provincial Mahogany and Burl Wood Sideboard, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Italian Provincial style breakfront sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Baker Furniture, "Milling Road" Collection Italy, Circa 1990s Carved mahogany, with burl ...
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1990s Italian French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

Baker Furniture Italian Provincial Cherry and Burl Wood Console or Sofa Table
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Italian Provincial or Rustic European style console table or sofa table By Baker Furniture, "Milling Road" Collection Italy, Late 20th Century Gorgeous cherry and burl ...
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Late 20th Century Italian French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Cherry, Burl

French Scalloped Porcelain Floral Faience Birds Jardiniere Planter Cachepot 8"
Located in Dayton, OH
French Desvres style porcelain planter / jardiniere / cachepot / compote / footed centerpiece bowl - oval form with scalloped, gilded edge, tapering to a flared base. Hand painted wi...
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Late 20th Century French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

French Provincial Louis XV Solid Maple and White Lacquered Console or Sofa Table
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Country Louis XV style three-drawer console table or sofa table USA, Circa 1990s White lacquered solid maple, with natural maple top. Measures: 55.25"W x 17"D x ...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Maple, Lacquer

Vintage French Regency Style Bureau Desk With HandPainted Floral Motif and chair
Located in Seattle, WA
This piece has original hardware on a single dovetailed drawer. Curved wood to the front two legs. Finished backing as shown. Chair with similar motif is included as a set. Vintage C...
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1970s Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wood

French Provincial Cabernet Nightstands by Drexel Pair
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 Pair of Vintage French ...
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1970s Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Oak

Henredon Four Centuries End Table
Located in Portland, OR
Country French end table from the Four Centuries Collection by Henredon. Finely crafted of oak featuring one drawer with sweet hardware and curvaceous cabriole legs. This chairside t...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Oak

Rattan and Rope Italian Basket Bowl Centerpiece, 1970s Crespi Style
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Rattan and Rope Italian Basket Bowl Centerpiece, 1970s Crespi Style
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1970s Italian Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Rattan

French Country Maple Demilune Console Table or Sofa Table
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Country style maple demilune console table or sofa table USA, Late 20th Century Measures: 52"W x 18.25"D x 30.38"H. Very good original vintage condition.
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Maple

Rattan and Rope Italian Basket Bowl Centerpiece, 1970s Crespi Style
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Rattan and Rope Italian Basket Bowl Centerpiece, 1970s Crespi Style
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1970s Italian Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Rattan

Vintage Auguste Moreau figural table lamp with glass shades.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
Vintage Auguste Moreau figural sculpture table lamp with glass shades. Sculpture is made of spelter, with an antique bronze finish. Sculptures by Louis Auguste Moreau (1855-1919) who...
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Late 20th Century British French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Spelter

Vintage French Style Burl Wood Cabinet Nightstand With Marble Top.
Located in Seattle, WA
This Nightstand features 3 dovetailed drawers and 1 drop front cabinet space. Turned wood handles. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured. Dimensions. 18 W ; 16 D ; 36 H
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1970s Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Burl

Beautiful Limoges France Hand Painted Porcelain Circular Shaped Trinket Box
Located in Tustin, CA
Beautiful Limoges porcelain circular shaped trinket box is handmade with a peach and white background and is skillfully hand painted with a floral and leaf motif and richly accented ...
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Late 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Sewing Theme Limoges France Floral Motif Porcelain Double Thimbles or Needle Box
Located in Tustin, CA
Very pretty, Limoges porcelain double thimble shaped trinket box is handmade with a white background and features pretty multi-colored flowers surrounding each side of the double thi...
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Late 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

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

Provence : The Beautiful Cookbook by Peter Johnson
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Provence: The Beautiful Cookbook: Authentic Recipes from the Regions of Provence Hardcover – September 24, 1993. by Richard Olney (Author), Michael Freeman (Author), Peter Johnson (P...
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Late 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Paper

Vintage Henredon French Provincial Burled Wood Dresser
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Vintage Henredon French Provincial Burled Wood Dresser. Featuring seven drawers for storage, original French style har...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Metal

Pair of French Provincial Fruitwood Upholstered Arm Chairs Late 20th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Late 20th Century French Provincial Style Upholstered Arm Chairs w/ faux needlepoint upholstery in good condition. Dimensions: 40 1/2" x 25 3/4" x 29 1/2" (102.9 x 65.4 x 74....
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1980s Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Fruitwood

Stunning Very Rare Vintage "DEVRES" Rouen France Big Tureen With Under Plate
Located in BAAMBRUGGE, NL
Stunning very rare to find vintage "Devres" Rouen France pottery big tureen with underplate. Look at the beautiful shape of the tureen with lovely handles and knob, particularly bea...
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1970s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Earthenware

Floral French Provincial Style Lumbar Needlepoint Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pastel colored Floral French Provincial style Lumbar needlepoint pillow. Made of wool with a cream colored backing. It measures 17 x 13 inches. Needlepoint on the front is Pristine a...
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1990s Chinese French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wool

Century Furniture Signature Settee French Inspired Black Flocked Loveseat Elkins
Located in Dayton, OH
Century Furniture signature settee French inspired black flocked loveseat Elkins Beautifully upholstered in a flocked floral fabric. This settee was the signature model before the...
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Late 20th Century French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Upholstery

4 Vintage Ballard Design Marlow French Country Leather Nailhead Counter Stools
Located in Dayton, OH
Four vintage Ballard Designs Marlow low bar or counter height stools featuring French Country styling with ebonized frame, leather seats and brass nailhead trim. Distributed by Hill...
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Late 20th Century French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Chauffeuses "Albany" de Michel Ducaroy pour ligne Roset, France, 1977
Located in SAINT-SEVER, FR
Une rare paire de chauffeuse model "Albany" du designer Michel Ducaroy pour ligne Roset, édité en1977 nos chauffeuse vintage sont en velours côtelé ...
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1970s European Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Velvet

CENTURY Chardeau Collection Cherry Caned French Dining Side Chairs - Pair C
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of French Provincial style dining side chairs by Century Furniture, from their Chardeau Collection designed by Raymond K Sobota. Solid cherry wood, carved detail to crest rail...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Cherry

20th-C. French Country Carved Maple Settee W/ Rush Seat Att. To Pierre Deux
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a late 20th century French country settee attributed to the manufacturer Pierre Deux. The frame appears to be maple with a sound rush se...
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Late 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Rush, Maple

Vintage French Scrolled Iron 7 Light Acanthus Leaf Chandelier 31"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage French Acanthus scrolled iron chandelier featuring 6 arm design with down light. The down light can be operated in conjunction with t...
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Late 20th Century French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Iron

Agnès Escala, huge zoomorphic owl ceramic lamp, unique work, France 1970s
Located in leucate, FR
Huge sculpted ceramic owl lamp. Unique work created by the renowned French ceramist Agnes Escala. Lamp with subdued lighting, caused by 2 bulbs with chrome caps and its openwork bod...
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1970s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Set of Three Minton-Spidell French Country Style Counter Stools Ca. Late 20th C.
Located in Peabody, MA
Set of three French Country style stools with turned wood frames and nailhead accents by Minton-Spidell, 23.5" seat height.
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Baker Furniture Co. French Style Carved Open Arm Floral Bergere Chair
Located in West Chester, PA
High end French style open arm bergere chair by Baker Furniture Company featuring a carved fruitwood frame with original floral upholstery. The loose seat and back cushions are flipp...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Fruitwood

Large Vintage French Verdure Style Landscape Tapestry
Located in New York, NY
This lovely tapestry was handcrafted by skilled artists using the exact same method of weaving used in 16th century. Handwoven in Wool and measuring 6.10 x 12.4 ft. Excellent condi...
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Late 20th Century French French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Tapestry, Wool

Salon "gilda" de Michel Ducaroy pour ligne roset, france, 1973
Located in SAINT-SEVER, FR
Salon "gilda" de Michel Ducaroy pour ligne roset, france, 1973 le salon en velours bleu nuit et mousse en très bon état se compose de 6 chauffeuses, 4 poufs et une table basse. 6 fauteuils : hauteur 67 cm largeur 105 cm assise 30 quatre poufs : hauteur 37 cm largeur 60 cm longueur 70 cm une table basse en verre...
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1970s European Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Velvet

Late 20th C. Distressed French Country Dining Side Chairs w/ Rush Seats - Pair A
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of French Country style dining side chairs, unbranded. Solid nutwood with a distressed finish, ladder back design, decoratively carved crest rail, rush seats, carved apron, an...
Category

Late 20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Rush, Nutwood

CENTURY Chardeau Collection Cherry Caned French Dining Side Chairs - Pair A
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of French Provincial style dining side chairs by Century Furniture, from their Chardeau Collection designed by Raymond K Sobota. Solid cherry wood, carved detail to crest rail...
Category

Late 20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Cherry

Fauteuil sphere en fibre de verre, France, 1960
Located in SAINT-SEVER, FR
Paire de fauteuil chauffeuse pivotant, en fibre de verre gel coat mat, mousse et laine Kvadrat, travail français 1960. hauteur 85 cm largeur 85 cm profondeur 50 cm Notre paire de fauteuils a était entièrement rénové. La fibre de verre a retrouvé son éclat, les mousses et cousins sont neufs. L'ensemble est étudiés pour conserver les lignes pure...
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1970s European Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Fiberglass

Paire appliques françaises Ferme provence Pop
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Paire d'appliques made in France Type traditionnel Revisité en version pop jaune Globes en verre taillé type art déco Mix unique Parfait état de fonctionnement Aucun défaut
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1980s French Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wool, Glass

French Provincial Bombe Nightstands by White Furniture
By White Manufacturing Company
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Pair of vintage 20th century French provincial nightstands feature bombe style detailing, cabriole legs, and scrolled feet. Shaped top and skirt along with bronze hardware. Good cond...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wood

French Provincial Bureau Desk Cherry Wood Ssh Secret Compartment
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing a gorgeous French antique bureau desk in cherry wood Very pretty piece with floral motif in relief in the middle Features two dra...
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1980s Vintage French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wood

CENTURY Chardeau Collection Cherry Caned French Dining Side Chairs - Pair B
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of French Provincial style dining side chairs by Century Furniture, from their Chardeau Collection designed by Raymond K Sobota. Solid cherry wood, carved detail to crest rail...
Category

Late 20th Century American French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Cherry

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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