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.
Majolica Oyster Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1870
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica oyster plate Sarreguemines, circa 1870. 6 Shells and space for the lemon on the center. Older model.
Ceramic
Pair of Architectural French Style Painted Wall Shelves Brackets
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Gorgeous pair of wall shelves hand-painted in a French or Swedish Gustavian shade of gray. This set could certainly stand alone as a pair on a wall or functional to hold treasures on...
Wood, Paint
$17,280Sale Price|20% Off
Historical 18cen. Antique French Aubusson Tapestry 252x287cm Wool&Silk Isaac 8x9
Located in New York, NY
This antique French Aubusson tapestry features a vivid biblical depiction of Isaac, set within lush landscapes and executed in wool and silk. Its elegant coloration, craftsmanship, a...
Wool, Silk
French Vintage Tapestry Reproduction by Corot
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An absolutely delightful French 20th Century verdure-style tapestry depicting a lush forest scene and a meandering waterway. Woven in verdant colors in a range of green and blue tone...
Wool, Cotton
Birds on a Wire framed print by Hector Giacomelli originally Ca 1880, New
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a digitally remastered framed Print of a panorama called "Birds on a Wire" painted by Hector Giacomelli, taken from the 19th Century original, Circa 1880.. The print is mad...
Glass, Wood, Paper
French Majolica Oyster Plate Saint Clement, circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica oyster plate signed Saint Clement, circa 1920.
Ceramic
The Village Festival, 17th-century Flemish Tapestry - Dimension 338x275 - N 1048
By flandre
Located in Paris, FR
This 17th-century Flemish tapestry, entitled "The Village Festival," depicts a lively scene of peasant life in a wooded landscape. Composition and Scene: In the center, in the fore...
Wool, Silk
Framed Map of Paris After Michel-Étienne Turgot 1739 20 Panels
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A dramatic, monumental set of 20 framed panels of the famed 1739 "Plan de Paris", after French magistrate Michel-Étienne Turgot ( French 1690-1751 ) in the French Provincial taste. R...
Glass, Wood, Paper
Pair of Framed French Hot Air Balloon Lithographs, after 18th Century Prints
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Transport yourself to the wonder and romance of early flight with this pair of hand-colored antique engravings, each depicting the world’s first hot air balloon ascents in 18th-centu...
Wire
19th Century French Majolica Plate
By Orchies
Located in Austin, TX
Lovely colorful French Majolica plate with flowers and acanthus leaves Orchies, circa 1890.
Ceramic
Apples Still Life Oil on Canvas, Signed
Located in Pearland, TX
Lovely signed still life oil on canvas featuring three red and golden apples cast in warm light. Signed LIZ. Measurements: 26.0"W x 22.0"H x 2.5"D; sight: 15.5"W x 11.5"H.
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Hunting Scene, Antoine De Jacquelot, Tapestry Atelier Picard GJP Paris - N° 1531
Located in Paris, FR
Hunting Scene Tapestry by Antoine De Jacquelot Printed in the PICARD workshop Publisher G.J.P in Paris 8th arrondissement This tapestry is number 66 of 500 (Limited Edition) Bolduc s...
Wool
Zabihi Collection Late 18th Century Flemish Verdure Tapestry
Located in New York, NY
a late 18th century Flemish Vedure Tapestry Measures: 7'4'' wide x 9' long. Tapestries make integral part of the Flemish cultural heritage. Most of the tapestries have religious, m...
Wool
Majolica Oyster Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1870
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica oyster plate Sarreguemines, circa 1870. 6 Shells and space for the lemon on the center. Older model.
Ceramic
Bateau échoué huile sur toile
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Marine peinte par G. Barloy école française du début du 20ème siècle. Le tableau représente un bateau échoué près d'une rive rocheuse.
Gold Leaf
Pair of French Majolica Sun & Moon Plates circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Pair of French Majolica Sun & Moon Plates circa 1890.
Ceramic
$975Sale Price / set|27% Off
Pair of French Watercolor Genre Paintings, C. 1790
Located in Doylestown, PA
A charming pair of French genre paintings depicting a seascape with fishermen and a river scene with ancient bridge, executed in watercolor on paper, framed under glass, circa 1790
Paper
French Majolica Oyster Starfish Plate Digoin, circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica plate with orange starfish with six wells blue and white surrounded by green seaweeds Digoin (East of France), circa 1900.
Ceramic, Majolica
LARGE Antique 19th C. Lavender French Verdure Landscape Tapestry 8.8 x 12.6 ft
Located in New York, NY
This is a lovely large antique 19th Century French Verdure Handloom tapestry in lavender, violet and gold, with gorgeous foliage and several birds in pristine condition and measures ...
Tapestry, Wool
French Majolica Oyster Plate Longchamp, circa 1900
By Longchamp
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica oyster plate signed Longchamp, circa 1900.
Ceramic
French Jacquard tapestry by Art de Lys - The Swing, after jean-Honoré Fragonard
By (After) Jean-Honoré Fragonard
Located in Paris, FR
Jacquard-woven tapestry by Art de Lys, circa 1980 – Louis XVI gallant scene in the style of Jean-Honoré Fragonard – 80 W × 128 H cm Artist / Manufacturer: Art de Lys Jacquard Period...
Wool
French Majolica Oyster Platter Orchies, circa 1900
By Orchies
Located in Austin, TX
Large French majolica oyster platter with handle Orchies, circa 1900.
Ceramic, Majolica
Antique French Wall Hanging Plaque Breton Brittany Carved Walnut c1890
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique French Wall Hanging Plaque Breton Brittany Carved Walnut c1890. Direct from France, a finely detailed wall plaque featuring the hand carved bust of a traditional Breton man,...
Walnut
Flemish Audenarde Tapestry 17th century, David Presented To King Saul - No. 1590
Located in Paris, FR
Tapestry From The Flanders Manufactory, 17th Century, David Presented To King Saul - No. 1590 Period: 17th century Style: Renaissance, Louis 13th Condition: Perfect condition Materi...
Wool, Silk
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.
Faience
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.
Faience
$800Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Hand Painted Miniature Portrait on Porcelain in a Brass Easel Frame
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice antique hand-painted miniature portrait on porcelain of Princess Louise of England, circa 1900s. The piece is mostly likely a "Grand Tour" ...
Brass
19th Century French Majolica Plate
By Orchies
Located in Austin, TX
Lovely colorful French Majolica plate with flowers and acanthus leaves Orchies, circa 1890.
Ceramic
1980s Vintage Figural Pastoral Wall Tapestry French Style
Located in Los Angeles, US
A richly detailed vintage tapestry from the 1980s featuring a French inspired pastoral scene filled with romantic imagery and classical influence. The artwork portrays a relaxed coun...
Wool, Cotton
French Majolica Cicada Wall Pocket Circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Majolica cicada wall pocket from Provence. Height / 7 inches.
Ceramic, Faience
French Aubusson Tapestry "Mille Fleurs" Circa 1960 - 201lx145h Cm - No. 1481
Located in Paris, FR
Located a stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower in Paris, we are a French family business specializing in the purchase, sale, expertise, cleaning, restoration and conservation of tapes...
Wool
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...
Paper
18th century framed French embroidery, Pétanque game - 57x70 cm - No. 1561
Located in Paris, FR
18th century needlepoint painting, Pétanque game - 57x70 cm - No. 1561 Framed by our Parisian artisan workshop Era: 18th century Condition: Perfect condition Material: Wool Width: 57...
Wool, Cotton
French 19th Century Landscape Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful French 19th Century landscape painting. Old wood original stretchers . Nice old gilt frame too. Sight dimensions: 15....
Canvas, Wood
17th Century Limoges Enamel Depicting The Annunciation to Mary
Located in NANTES, FR
**17th Century Limoges Enamel Depicting The Annunciation to Mary The piece is beautifully executed with great refinement. There is no doubt as to its authenticity and age. We note...
Enamel
Flemish tapestry Workshop De La Veuve De Guillaume Werniers, Circa 1750 - N 1489
Located in Paris, FR
Workshop Of The Widow Of Guillaume Wernier Period: 18th century Condition: Perfect condition Material: Wool Width: 258 cm Height: 200 cm Depth: 0.5 cm "Gallant scene against a lands...
Wool, Silk
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. Ref / 2733.
Ceramic, Faience
French Majolica Oyster Plate Saint Clement, circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica oyster plate signed Saint Clement, circa 1920.
Ceramic
Flemish Tapestry 17th– The Refusal of Vashti and Elevation of Esther
By Flemish
Located in Paris, FR
Flemish Tapestry, 17th Century, The Refusal of Vashti and the Elevation of Esther Period: 17th century Condition: Excellent antique condition Material: Wool & Silk Width: 370 cm Hei...
Wool, Silk
18th Century French Aubusson Tapestry
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Beautiful 18th Century Aubusson Tapestry. This tapestry was hand-made in central France in the valley of the Creuse. Aubusson Verdure tapestries originated from workshops set up betw...
Tapestry
Nazmiyal Collection Belgian Tapestry Verdure Garden Pavilion 5 ft 8 in x 7 in
Located in New York, NY
Antique Belgian Tapestry – Garden with Birds and Pavilion, Origin: Belgium, Circa Date: 18th Century
Wool
The "Mois Lucas" Suite - Fine Jacquard Tapestry, The Month of June - N° 1619
Located in Paris, FR
Fine Jacquard Tapestry – "The Month of June: The Haymaking" – After Guillaume Werniers & The "Mois Lucas" Suite Commercial Description Bring the timeless elegance of Flemish art...
Wool
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.
Faience
Early 20th Century French Landscape Castle Oil Painting Gold Framed, Signed
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
As found in France, an impressive oil on canvas painting of a French landscape scene, signed, circa 1920's-1930's. A very lifelike rendering of a French village. This oil painting fe...
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Alexander the Great, The Passage of the Granicus - Flemish Tapestry 17th -N 1503
Located in Paris, FR
Period: 17th century Style: Rome and Antic Greece Condition: Perfect condition Material: Wool Width: 465 cm Height: 307 cm Depth: 1 cm In keeping with tradition, this magnificent ta...
Wool, Silk
Ira Yeager Country French Farmer with Animals 8 Ft.
By Ira Yeager
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Grand imposing oil on canvas painting of a country French provincial farmer coup;e with various animals measuring 8 feet high and 6.5 feet wide by Ira Yeager (American 1938-2022). Th...
Canvas, Wood
Swans Ducks 18th Century Aubusson French Tapestry Panel
Located in New York, NY
Late 18th century Aubusson tapestry panel made in France. Measures: Height 9 feet 4 inches, width 7 feet 11 inches. Swans and ducks swimming in a lake...
Wool
CYBER DEAL, Antique French Tapestry Handwoven 52cmx269cm Verdure Tapestry 5x9
Located in New York, NY
********CYBER DEAL Antique Tapestry French Figural Tapestry Verdure Battle 5' x 8'10" (5' x 9') 152cm x 269cm Circa 1900 "This is an Rare Antique French Aubusson Tapestry ...
Wool
French Antique Tapestry Deer Floral Hand Woven Verdure
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing an intricate French tapestry showing a stag amongst foliage and flowers Great colour scheme with blues and pinks Good size at over four feet wide - 124 CM Would make for a great wall hanging and would elevate any interior This is a richly detailed verdure tapestry, a style of decorative wall hanging that was especially popular in 16th and 17th century Flanders and Frances The tag on the back reads: 'This tapestry reproduction...
Fabric
French Vintage Charcoal Drawing of Jesus
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
French, early 20th century (if not prior) charcoal and chalk drawing of a risen Jesus Christ. Beautiful in its monochromatic palette, the work highlights the gathering of fabric in h...
Glass, Wood, Paper
The Three Musicians in the taste Lancret Taste, French Tapestry 19th - N 1479
Located in Paris, FR
This tapestry has been cleaned, checked and doubled in our artisan workshop In the taste Nicolas Lancret Epoque: 19th century Condition: Perfect condition Material: Wool & Silk Width...
Wool, Silk
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...
Brass, Bronze
Flemish Tapestry 18th - The Swiss Guard, Pastoral Passage of the Pope - N° 1483
Located in Paris, FR
18th Century Flanders Tapestry - The Swiss Guard, Pastoral Passage of the Pope - No. 1483 Period: 18th century Condition: Perfect condition Material: Wool & silk Width: 275 cm Height...
Wool, Silk
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...
Paint, Pine
French Tapestry, Jacquard Paris - Pastoral Scene - 2.15m x 1.24 - No. 1611
Located in Paris, FR
No. 1611 - Tapestry, Jacquard Paris - Pastoral Scene - 2.15m x 1.24m This magnificent tapestry has undergone a thorough cleaning, hand-lined with 100% linen fabric, and meticulous i...
Wool
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.
Ceramic, Faience
Important Historical Tapestry Brussels– Cyrus the Great – 17th Century - No 1534
Located in Paris, FR
Very Important & Great Tapestry Historical & Biblical by Brusseles Manufactury in 1680th Period: 17th century Condition: Excellent Material: Wool & Silk Width: 375 cm Height: 325 c...
Wool, Silk
$780Sale Price|61% Off
Crown Header Semi Circular Flowers & Leaves / Sheer Linen Tie-top Drapery Panels
Located in Malibu, CA
Romantic handmade iron crown of flowers & leaves with curtain rod. Mount over a bed or settee.
Metal, Iron
French Majolica Cicada Wall Pocket Circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica cicada wall pocket from Provence. Height / 5.5 inches.
Ceramic, Faience
French Majolica Cicada Wall Pocket Circa 1950
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Majolica cicada wall pocket from Provence. Height / 7 inches.
Ceramic, Faience