French Provincial Decorative Art
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
Acrylic Framed Hermes "Grands Fonds" Blue (Detail) Silk Scarf by Annie Faivre
By Hermès
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
A coveted collector’s item, this Hermès ‘Grands Fonds’ Blue (Detail) Silk Scarf features an intricate aquatic design by the renowned artist Annie Faivre.
Originally designed in 1992, this rare version focusing on a detail from the original pattern was issued in 2002. The vibrant shades of blue and lavender create a captivating marine scene, showcasing Faivre’s talent for detailed and mesmerizing compositions.
Made in France from 100% silk, this scarf boasts hand-rolled edges and is in new condition, free from any flaws. Carefully mounted with acid-free double-sided tape and displayed with new standoff wall screws, this piece comes complete with its original box.
The ‘Grands Fonds’ scarf...
Category
Early 2000s French French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Silk, Acrylic
Pair of Decorative 19th Century Floral Painted Panels With New Distressed Frames
Located in Atlanta, GA
This pair of 19th-century decorative floral painted panels offers a beautiful glimpse into traditional craftsmanship, featuring delicate hand-painted floral motifs of soft pink and o...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Paint, Pine
Framed French Alziari Olive Oil Tea Towel
Located in Bradenton, FL
A framed French tea towel made of cotton, decorated with a vintage Nicolas Alziari Huile d'Olive label. Maison Alziari has produced olive oil in Nice, France...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Cotton, Glass, Wood
French Faience Oyster Plate with Bird Moustiers Style Circa 1940
Located in Austin, TX
French faience oyster plate with Bird Moustiers style signed Martres Tolosane, circa 1940.
4 plates available.
Category
1940s French Vintage French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Faience
19th Century French Majolica Plate
By Orchies
Located in Austin, TX
Rare blue French Majolica plate with flowers and acanthus leaves Orchies, circa 1890.
Category
1890s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century French Majolica Plate
By Orchies
Located in Austin, TX
Rare blue French Majolica plate with flowers and acanthus leaves Orchies, circa 1890.
Category
1890s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
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 Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
Majolica Oyster Plate Sarreguemines Digoin, circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica oyster plate Sarreguemines, circa 1920.
6 shells and space for the lemon on the center.
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
Large Majolica Oyster Platter Sarreguemines, Circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Majolica oyster platter signed Sarreguemines circa 1920.
Diameter / 14.5".
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
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 Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
Italian French Architecture Priveè by Cesar Daly Hand Painted Print 2 of 2
Located in Scandicci, Florence
Elegant and refined print representing French private architecture and, precisely, a the design of a 19th century suburban villa under Napoleon III by Casar Daly. Together with anot...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Paper
Italian French Architecture Priveè by Cesar Daly Hand Painted Print 1 of 2
Located in Scandicci, Florence
Elegant and refined print representing French private architecture and, precisely, a the design of a 19th century suburban villa under Napoleon III by Casar Daly. Together with anot...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Paper
French Majolica Oyster Plate Saint Clement, circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica oyster plate signed Saint Clement, circa 1920.
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage French Revolution Faience Scalloped Edge Plate by Casafina
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful hand painted blue, white, and green faience pottery wall plate featuring a fleur de lis, crossed swords, a French hat, and a banner that reads "Revolution"
By Casafina
...
Category
1960s French Vintage French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Faience, Pottery
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 Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
French Brown Majolica Oyster Plate, circa 1940
By Luneville
Located in Austin, TX
French brown Majolica oyster plate signed Luneville circa 1940.
Category
1940s French Vintage French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
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 Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
French Majolica Bird & Holly Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica bird with holly aqua plate signed Sarreguemines, circa 1880.
Category
1880s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
French Majolica Bird and Grapes Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica bird with grapes aqua plate signed Sarreguemines, circa 1880.
Category
1880s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Faience, Ceramic
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 Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
French Majolica Bird & Holly Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica bird with holly plate signed Sarreguemines, circa 1880.
Category
1880s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
French Majolica Oyster Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica oyster plate Sarreguemines, circa 1890.
6 Shells and space for the lemon on the center.
Category
1890s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of French Majolica Sun & Moon Plates circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Pair of French Majolica Sun & Moon Plates circa 1890.
Category
1890s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
Majolica Pear Plate Sarreguemines, Circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica pear plate signed Sarreguemines, circa 1920.
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic, Majolica
French Majolica Oyster Aqua Turquoise Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1870
Located in Austin, TX
French aqua turquoise Majolica oyster plate signed Sarreguemines Majolica, circa 1870.
6 shells and space for the lemon on the center.
Category
1870s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
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 Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
Signed Oil on Canvas by French Artist Jean Hubert Gautier
Located in Redding, CT
Signed Oil on Canvas by Jean Hubert Gautier (1872-1930). Nice heavy impasto technique of a classic french riverscape. The composition includes heavy clouds with a basilica in the bac...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
18th Century Elegant French Louis XIV Hand Carved Tall Case Clock with Rooster
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning and completely original, antique oak grandfather or lantern clock, circa 1750.
This very old grandfather clock is one of the tallest w...
Category
Mid-18th Century French Antique French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Fresque, Tableau de Arthur Girod en céramique bleue Française 1950 Vintage
By Arthur Girod
Located in London, England
Fresque en céramique aux couleurs éclatantes, se compose de 12 carreaux 15cmx15cm numérotés en superbe état. Ils ne sont pas collés, libre choix de pouvoir admirer cette merveille q...
Category
1950s French Vintage French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
French Majolica Cicada Wall Pocket Circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica cicada wall pocket from Provence.
Height / 5.5 inches.
Category
1950s French Vintage French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
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 Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
19th Century Blue and White Seaweeds Oyster Plate Bordeaux
Located in Austin, TX
Elegant blue and white oyster plate signed Bordeaux Vieillard, circa 1890.
Six wells surrounded by blue seaweeds of different kinds.
Category
1890s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
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 Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
French Majolica Cicada Wall Pocket Circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica cicada wall pocket from Provence.
Height / 5.5 inches.
Category
1950s French Vintage French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
19th Century French Majolica Plate
By Orchies
Located in Austin, TX
Lovely colorful French Majolica plate with flowers and acanthus leaves Orchies, circa 1890.
Category
1890s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century French Majolica Plate
By Orchies
Located in Austin, TX
Lovely colorful French Majolica plate with flowers and acanthus leaves Orchies, circa 1890.
Category
1890s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
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 Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
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 Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
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 Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
19th Century Faience Butterfly Oyster Desvres Plate Fourmaintraux
By Desvres
Located in Austin, TX
Unusual rare French, faience oyster plate signed Fourmaintraux Desvres, circa 1890. Butterfly on the center surrounded by six wells with floral pattern.
Chip on the back ( picture )
Category
1890s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Faience
19th Century French Majolica Oyster Plate
Located in Austin, TX
19th century French Majolica Oyster plate unsigned, with a lemon on the center.
Category
1890s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
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 Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century French Majolica Plate
By Orchies
Located in Austin, TX
Lovely colorful French Majolica plate with flowers and acanthus leaves Orchies, circa 1890.
Category
1890s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century Blue and White Seaweeds Oyster Plate Bordeaux
Located in Austin, TX
Elegant blue and white oyster plate signed Bordeaux Vieillard, circa 1890.
Six wells surrounded by blue seaweeds of different kinds.
Category
1890s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
French Majolica Oyster Plate Saint Clement, circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica oyster plate signed Saint Clement, circa 1920.
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century French Mahogany Wood Shelf with Twisted Column
Located in Austin, TX
19th century French mahogany wood shelf with twisted column.
Category
1880s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Wood, Mahogany
French Faience Blue & White Bird Plate Moustiers Style
Located in Austin, TX
French Faience Blue & White Bird Plate Moustiers Style Moustiers style Martres Tolosane, circa 1900.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Faience
Acrylic Framed Hermes "Grands Fonds" Blue (Detail) Silk Scarf by Annie Faivre
By Hermès
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
A coveted collector’s item, this Hermès ‘Grands Fonds’ Blue (Detail) Silk Scarf features an intricate aquatic design by the renowned artist Annie Faivre.
Originally designed in 1992, this rare version focusing on a detail from the original pattern was issued in 2002. The vibrant shades of blue and lavender create a captivating marine scene, showcasing Faivre’s talent for detailed and mesmerizing compositions.
Made in France from 100% silk, this scarf boasts hand-rolled edges and is in new condition, free from any flaws. Carefully mounted with acid-free double-sided tape and displayed with new standoff wall screws, this piece comes complete with its original box.
The ‘Grands Fonds’ scarf...
Category
Early 2000s French French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Silk, Acrylic
Pair of Antique French Carved Pine Panels
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Pair of very decorative Antique French Carved Pine Panels featuring center medallions with musical instruments, sheet music and floral/foliate motifs. Framed with raised moldings and carved leafy scrolls. Likely door insets from an Armoire...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Pine
Pair of French Faience Plate Coat of Arms Saint Clement, circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of French Faience Plate Coat of Arms signed Keller & Guerin Saint Clement, circa 1900.
Decorated with coat of arms and lions.
Neo Re...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
French Majolica Cicada Wall Pocket Vallauris Circa 1950
By Vallauris
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica cicada wall pocket signed Vallauris from Provence.
Height / 5.3 inches.
Category
1950s French Vintage French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
French Majolica Raspberries Plate Saint Amand Circa 1920
By Saint Amand
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica Raspberries plate Saint Amand Circa 1920.
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
Majolica Saint Amand Bird Plate, circa 1890
By Saint Amand
Located in Austin, TX
Lovely Majolica plate with bird and insect, leaves signed Saint Amand, circa 1890.
Category
1890s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century French Majolica Plate
By Orchies
Located in Austin, TX
Lovely colorful French Majolica plate with flowers and acanthus leaves Orchies, circa 1890.
Category
1890s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
French Faience Flowers Plate Moustiers Style
Located in Austin, TX
French faience plate with flowers Moustiers style Martres Tolosane, circa 1940.
Category
1940s French Vintage French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Faience
Majolica Grapefruit Wall Plate Fives Lille, circa 1880
By Fives-Lille
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Majolica grapefruit plate, circa 1880, Fives Lille unsigned.
Category
1880s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
Majolica Apples Plate Keller & Guerin Saint Clément
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica apples plate Keller & Guerin Saint Clément, circa 1900.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century Blue & White Seaweeds Oyster Plate Bordeaux
Located in Austin, TX
Elegant blue and white oyster plate signed Bordeaux Vieillard, circa 1890.
Six wells surrounded by blue seaweeds of different kinds.
Category
1890s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
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 Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic
French Majolica Bird & Holly Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica bird with holly plate signed Sarreguemines, circa 1880.
Category
1880s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
French Majolica Bird & Grapes Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica bird with grapes plate signed Sarreguemines, circa 1880.
Category
1880s French Antique French Provincial Decorative Art
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
French Provincial decorative art for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique French Provincial decorative art 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 decorative art created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include wall decorations, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, earthenware and other materials. If you’re shopping for used French Provincial decorative art made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative art, popular names associated with this style include Sarreguemines, Longchamp, Saint Clément, and Vieillard Manufacture. 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 decorative art differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $75 and tops out at $75,000 while the average work can sell for $383.