French Provincial Industrial and Work Tables
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
French 19th Century Oak Kitchen Island
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A unique drapery table from Burgundy, France, dating to the late 1800s. The tall and large surface area is ideal for any creative pursuit, artistic to culinary, which makes this exam...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Industrial and Work Tables
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Oak
English 19th Century Work Table
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This stunning work table has a thick 1 ¾” thick pine top and would make a gorgeous kitchen island. Crafted from solid pine and oak, it remains incredibly sturdy and level. The brilli...
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19th Century English Antique French Provincial Industrial and Work Tables
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Wood, Hardwood
French 19th Century Painted Shop Counter
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A substantial 19th century French shop counter with original painted finish over beech and walnut construction. Much of the paint has been lost on the top surface, revealing the warm...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Industrial and Work Tables
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Beech, Walnut, Paint
French 19th Century Two Board Walnut and Oak Framed Table
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This stunning French 19th century work table from Burgundy with its thick oak top and legs that have been raised to standing height, would make a gorgeous kitchen island. Crafted fro...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Industrial and Work Tables
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Oak, Walnut
French Library Table in Bleached Oak
Located in Buchanan, NY
This vintage French library table in bleached oak is a rare find that will elevate any room it's placed in. The large 1950s French library or hall table boasts an impressive size of ...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Industrial and Work Tables
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Oak
French Green Marble Top Baker's Table
Located in New York, NY
French green marble top baker's table. 19th century scrolling metal trestle form base with center medallions and acorn stretcher finials all supportin...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Industrial and Work Tables
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Marble, Iron
French Two-Drawer Console Table in Antique Pine with Low Shelve
Located in Miami, FL
Two-drawer French oak console - side table. Practical French side table with three carved drawers and lower shelve. Good color throughout with good detail and original iron handles.
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Industrial and Work Tables
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Iron
Rustic Antique Farmhouse Harvest Spanish Table with drawer
Located in Miami, FL
A rustic antique farmhouse harvest table from the turn of the late 19th / early 20th century. Restored, retaining original character, d...
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Late 19th Century Spanish Antique French Provincial Industrial and Work Tables
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Walnut
Early 19th Century French Walnut Worktable
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful walnut bookcase piece that can be used as a desk or work table. Made of robust walnut wood. All its legs and stretcher are Solomonic and it has two drawers with its wooden ...
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Late 19th Century Spanish Antique French Provincial Industrial and Work Tables
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Walnut
Plank Top Solid Cherry French Country Style Farm Table
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Wide plank top cherry dining table with bread board ends and drawers on each end. Spandrels on the apron ends near the cabriole legs.
Dimensions: 78" (L) x 35" (D) x 30" (H) , 25"...
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20th Century French Provincial Industrial and Work Tables
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Cherry
French Country Pine Worktable in Oak, 1920s
Located in Miami, FL
French country style side table with
a drawer Made of antique oak, this table is very functional and you can use it as a work table, sofa table, coffee table or low console.
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Industrial and Work Tables
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Pine
Pair of 19th Century French Hunt Tables
Located in Richmond, VA
Great pair of 19th century French hunt tables with turned legs and worn tops. Perfect size and height to use as kitchen tables, work tables, consoles...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Industrial and Work Tables
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Fruitwood
French Provincial Work Table, 19th Century
Located in Austin, TX
French Provincial fruitwood work table or console table, 19th c., rectangular top, over two drawers to front and side, rising on tapered legs.
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Industrial and Work Tables
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Fruitwood
Antique French Provincial Fruitwood Work Table
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A plank constructed overhanging top over a long drawer with raised carved cartouche moldings and knob pulls. The serpentine apron with carved complimentary cartouche motif on front. ...
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19th Century Antique French Provincial Industrial and Work Tables
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Fruitwood
1950s French Enamel Bistro Table French Bistro Table a great fun piece
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
1950s French Enamel Bistro Table
French Bistro Table a great fun piece would work well in the Garden, the table has iron legs and it is in good u...
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1950s Vintage French Provincial Industrial and Work Tables
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Enamel
20th Century French X Frame Painted Table
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
20th Century French X frame painted table.
With a zinc top.
Circa 1900.
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Industrial and Work Tables
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Zinc
Old 19th Century Winegrower's Table in Pine, Disassembles into Two Parts
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Old 19th century winegrower's table in pine;
disassembles into two parts.
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Industrial and Work Tables
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Pine
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Oak Prep Table Kitchen Island Green
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French Iron and Marble Baker’s Pastry Table on Casters, Mid 20th Century
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Very Fine Cherry Stained Antique French Extendable Farm Table
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1920s French Bleached Oak Drapers Table
Located in High Point, NC
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French Provincial industrial and work tables for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique French Provincial industrial and work tables 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 industrial and work tables created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, hardwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used French Provincial industrial and work tables made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and England 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 industrial and work tables differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,785 and tops out at $13,350 while the average work can sell for $4,898.