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French Provincial Posters

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
Vintage French Quimper Faience in Blue Framed Artwork
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
This print, which has been texturized, is a 1990 exhibition piece at the Musée des Beaux-Arts in Quimper, France, celebrating three centuries of Quimper faience pottery. Great stand ...
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Late 20th Century French French Provincial Posters

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Aluminum

Yves Brayer Original Color Poster depicting the Hills of Provence
Located in Miami, FL
Original vintage poster for an art exhibition of work by the French painter Yves Brayer (1907-1990) featuring a scenic colorful illustration depicting the French Provincial countrysi...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Posters

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Paper

Original Framed Whitworth Cycles French Bicycle Advertising Poster by PAL
Located in West Chester, PA
Original Whitworth Cycles Framed French Bicycle Advertising Poster by PAL (Jean De Paleologue) circa 1890's France. Previously professionally conserved with linen backing and framed ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Posters

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Linen, Plexiglass, Wood, Paper

Original Antique Nereide French Advertising Poster Nicely Framed
Located in West Chester, PA
Amazing original antique and rare French advertising poster for Néréide circa late 1800s. Professionally framed and protected under TruVue UV Plexi...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Posters

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Linen, Plexiglass, Wood, Paper

Charle Verneau Vintage Poster "Le Biscuits Olibet- Monsieur Le Juge Ils Son Si
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A charming version of the ad with a judge and children. This one without the white on blue text above and below. Printed by Charle Verneau, Paris. poster 57 3/4 x 41 1/4" black wood ...
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20th Century French French Provincial Posters

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Acrylic, Wood, Paper

Vallotton French Poster by Les Maîtres de l’Affiche Ah la Pé la Pé la Pépinierè
By Félix Vallotton
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Félix Vallotton French Poster by Les Maîtres de l’Affiche: Ah! la Pé . . . la Pé . . . la Pépinierè!!!. Lithographie # Plate 119 from the original stone lithograph circa 1898. Framed...
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Late 20th Century French French Provincial Posters

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Paper

French Poster L'Eclatante Lampe à Pétrole sans Mèche 1895
Located in North Hollywood, CA
French Poster by Les Maîtres de l’Affiche: L'Eclatante lampe à pétrole sans mèche 1895 - Plate 143. "Les Maitres De L’Affiche" (The Masters of the Poster) stands as a pinnacle in art...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Posters

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Paper

Poster of the French Movie Small Change L Argent de Poche Francois Truffaut 1976
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Original French Movie Poster: "L'Argent de Poche" (Small Change) by François Truffaut, Framed.This framed original French poster features...
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Late 20th Century French French Provincial Posters

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Paper

Alps De Provence Original Poster
Located in Faversham, GB
Striking sepia-toned French travel poster featuring the glorious Moustiers-Sainte-Marie in Alpes De Provence. From a series of posters made to promote reg...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Posters

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Art Glass, Pine, Paper

Vintage Boho French Mossant Advertising Poster Cutout
Located in west palm beach, FL
Vintage Boho French Mossant Advertising Poster Cutout combines the whimsical elegance of bohemian style with classic American advertising art. This unique cutout features the iconic ...
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Late 20th Century North American French Provincial Posters

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Glass, Wood, Paper

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Original Restored SNCF French Rail Travel Poster, Provence c.1957
Located in San Francisco, CA
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Located in Austin, TX
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1982 Raiders of the Lost Ark Original Vintage Poster
Located in Winchester, GB
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Vintage Swedish Engineering Educational Diagram Poster
Located in Atlanta, GA
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French Faience Oyster Plate Henriot Quimper, circa 1930
Located in Austin, TX
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Original Vintage Exhibition Poster Yves Brayer Venice Galerie Des Chaudronniers
Located in London, GB
Original vintage poster for an art exhibition of work by the French painter Yves Brayer (1907-1990) at the Galerie Des Chaudronniers in Geneva held from 2 March to 19 May 1979 featur...
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Vintage French Movie Poster "Baisers volés" Stolen Kisses by François Truffaut
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Framed French Movie Poster "Baisers volés" Stolen Kisses by François Truffaut. Large Framed, Baisers Volés Year: 1968 - France Director: François Truffaut Movie Poster. Poster designed by Rene Ferraci in 1968. Size: 47 x 63 in. Framed in Los Angeles : Frame Dimensions: 64 in. H x 48 in wide. The poster features a captivating image of the film's main characters, Antoine Doinel (played by Jean-Pierre Léaud) . The poster exudes a timeless quality, emphasizing the film's romantic and nostalgic elements. The title, "Baisers volés," is elegantly displayed in bold, cursive lettering at the top of the poster. The font choice reflects the film's playful and romantic atmosphere. François Truffaut's name appears prominently, underscoring his directorial vision and establishing his reputation. In the background, a whimsical Parisian setting is hinted at, with the silhouette of the Eiffel Tower and a few iconic rooftops against a dusky sky. This subtle touch evokes the film's setting and reinforces its French charm. The overall composition is balanced and visually engaging. The poster captures the essence of "Baisers volés" by highlighting its themes of love, spontaneity, and the joys and complexities of romantic relationships. To further enhance the vintage aesthetic, the poster may feature distressed edges or subtle texture, giving it an aged look reminiscent of classic cinema. This design choice adds an additional layer of nostalgia and authenticity to the poster. Overall, this movie poster for "Baisers volés" embodies the film's romantic spirit and serves as a captivating visual invitation to experience the tender and playful world of François Truffaut's beloved masterpiece. Stolen Kisses (French: Baisers volés) is a 1968 French romantic comedy-drama film directed by François Truffaut, starring Jean-Pierre Léaud, Delphine Seyrig and Claude Jade. It continues the story of the character Antoine Doinel, whom Truffaut had previously depicted in The 400 Blows...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Posters

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La Soupe – Original Émile Deyrolle French Mounted & Hanging Offset Lithograph
Located in Philadelphia, PA
La Soupe, a mounted, offset printed lithograph illustrated by the French naturalist, Émile Deyrolle – printed for the classroom by Bernard Carant, Paris, Fran...
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Le Cafe, Original Émile Deyrolle French Mounted & Hanging Offset Lithograph
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Le Cafe, a mounted, offset printed lithograph illustrated by the French naturalist, Émile Deyrolle – printed for the classroom by Bernard Carant, Paris, France, circa 1930s-1940s. This is a high quality, original Carant printing, not a reproduction. The illustrated teaching chart outlines the parts of the coffee plant along with the various pots and grinders used in coffee preparation and service. Each vignette is titled in French in a simple hand printed type face. Émile Deyrolle was a French naturalist and historian in Paris. The business was founded by his naturalist grandfather, Jean-Baptiste Deyrolle who opened his shop in 1831 at 23, Rue de la Monnaie. Émile entered the family business in 1866. Printed at the bottom, translated from the French: Reproduction prohibited. School Museum, Les Fils d’ Émile Deyrolle, 46 Rue de Bac, Paris. Bernard Carant, Paris. Mounted on a heavy weight board with riveted metal hanging holes at the top, strung with cord. Still brightly colored. Charming in a kitchen, pantry, or a French style cafe. Measures: 24.5 in. L x 19 in. W Showing the expected light wear. Minimal foxing, mild wear to the corners. Available are two other mounted posters depicting, La Soupe...
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1970s Marilyn Monroe "Bus Stop" Arret D'Autobus French Movie Poster
Located in Dayton, OH
BUS STOP, 1956. Original French “Grande” Movie Poster from a re-release of the movie in the 1970s. The movie starts Marilyn Monroe, Don Mur...
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1970s Vintage French Provincial Posters

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Le Rendez Vous De Biarritz French Poster
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Le Rendez Vous De Biarritz French poster. Du 11 au 18 Septembre 1950, organize par OBJECTIF 49. Vintage 1950 French Poster for a French Movie Fest...
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French Provincial posters for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique French Provincial posters for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage posters created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with paper, art glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used French Provincial posters made in a specific country, there are Europe, 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 posters differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $754 and tops out at $1,950 while the average work can sell for $1,500.

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