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French Provincial Carts and Bar Carts

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
Mid-Century French Wooden Bar Cart Trolley, 1950s
Located in Miami, FL
This French style serving cart is a stunning piece of furniture that will add a touch of elegance to any room. The cart is equipped with four wheels, making it easy to move and place...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Carts and Bar Carts

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Walnut

1960s Italian Bamboo Rattan Bohemian French Riviera Magazine Rack Stand
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern magazine rack stand in bamboo. The organic beauty of the woven materials is timeless and Classic, making bamboo and rattan furniture incred...
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Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Carts and Bar Carts

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Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

1970s Italian Bamboo Rattan Bohemian French Riviera Serving Bar Cart Cabinet
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern serving bar cart trolley probably by the Italian Vittorio Bonacina featuring two levels and a bottom bottle holder on the side. This charmi...
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Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Carts and Bar Carts

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Brass

Mid-Century French Wooden Bar Cart Trolley, 1950s
Located in Miami, FL
This French style serving cart is a stunning piece of furniture that will add a touch of elegance to any room. The cart is equipped with four wheels, making it easy to move and place...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Carts and Bar Carts

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Wood

French Midcentury Rattan & Bamboo Bar Cart, 1950s, France
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
French craftsmanship bamboo & rattan bar cart with beautiful details made in the 1950s, France. The two-tiered serving table is made of screwless bamboo tubes. The cart is in very go...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Carts and Bar Carts

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Bamboo

Early 20th Century French Hand-Carved Oak Trolley Bar, 1920s
Located in Miami, FL
Early 20Th Century French Hand-Carved Oak Trolley Bar or Serving Table, 1920s.
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Carts and Bar Carts

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Oak

19th Century French Table Iron Bar Cart with Wheels and Two Mirror Tops
Located in Miami, FL
This charming and quirky 19th century painted wrought cast iron table is mounted on casters and equipped with two trays, a framed custom mirror...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Carts and Bar Carts

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Iron

Large French Three-Tier Serving Bar Cart Etagere Trolley
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Estate Scale Three Tier Trolley as a Serving Bar Cart Etagere, France circa 1960's This large vintage double handled cart with three glass shelves set upon casters offer generous sp...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Carts and Bar Carts

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Metal, Iron

Vintage Drexel Walnut Veneer Two Tier Bar Cart
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Classic vintage walnut veneer two tier bar cart having 2 tiers and lovely scalloped bottoms and stunning pattern to the grain. By Drexel and called "Tourinelle" design. On casters.
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1960s American Vintage French Provincial Carts and Bar Carts

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Walnut

Ornate French Style Wrought Iron Patio/Garden Bar Cart Trolley W/Glass Shelves
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique wrought iron bar cart trolley. Perfect for garden server cart. Painted ivory/white with interesting curves and details. Two large front iron wheels and two smaller steel whe...
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Early 20th Century French Provincial Carts and Bar Carts

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Wrought Iron

1960s Italian Bamboo Rattan Bohemian French Riviera Round Serving Bar Cart
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern serving bar cart trolley probably by the Italian Vittorio Bonacina featuring two shelves, with the ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Carts and Bar Carts

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Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

1970s Italian Bamboo Rattan Glass Bohemian French Riviera Serving Bar Cart
Located in Carimate, Como
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern serving bar cart trolley with glass top. This charming piece is in the typical style of Franco Albini, Adrien Audoux and Vittorio Bonacina where the ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Carts and Bar Carts

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Brass

French Serving or Bar Cart with Removeable Glass Tray Top, Two-Tier, on Wheels
Located in Montreal, Quebec
French serving cart with removeable glass tray top, two-tier, side drawer, easy to move on its wheels. Versatile serving table can be used as a sid...
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20th Century French French Provincial Carts and Bar Carts

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Glass, Wood

1960s Italian Bamboo Rattan Bohemian French Riviera Round Serving Bar Cart
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern serving bar cart trolley probably by the Italian Vittorio Bonacina featuring two shelves, with the bottom one with three bottle holders. Ma...
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Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Carts and Bar Carts

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Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Mid-Century French Provincial Oak Drop-Leaf Three Tier Rolling Bar Cart
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid-Century French Provincial Oak Drop-Leaf Rolling Bar Cart in very good vintage condition. Measures 42"Wide open, 19.5" wide closed, 32" deep and stand 29" tall. Has a middle tie...
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Carts and Bar Carts

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Glass, Oak

Vintage Serving Trolley with Wheels and Wings, 1970s
Located in Miami, FL
1970s Serving Trolley with Two Shelves, Wings and Wheels
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Carts and Bar Carts

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Walnut

Early 20th Century Cherry Wood Serving Bar Cart with Removable Tray, 1940s
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful Early 20Th Century Cherry Wood Serving Bar Cart with Removable Tray.
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Carts and Bar Carts

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Cherry

Mcm French Bagues Style Brass Rope Bar Cart On Wheels With Removable Tray
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century French Bagues Style Brass Rope Bar Cart on Wheels with Removable Tray This Mid Century French Bagues Style Brass Rope Bar Cart combines eleg...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown French Provincial Carts and Bar Carts

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Brass

Antique Alter Table 'Bar'
Located in Washington, DC
A very interesting hand-painted antique alter table which would make a great bar. It’s made of pine and has the original paintwork which has som...
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Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Carts and Bar Carts

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Wood

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French Provincial carts and bar carts for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique French Provincial carts and bar carts for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage carts and bar carts created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables, case pieces and storage cabinets, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with bamboo, natural fiber and other materials. If you’re shopping for used French Provincial carts and bar carts made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. 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 carts and bar carts differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $766 and tops out at $10,700 while the average work can sell for $1,506.

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