French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
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
Pair of 19th Century French Wrought Iron Gate Post Corners
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A pair of 19th century French wrought iron gate post corners.
A lovely large pair of wrought iron corner brackets, these would have many uses, they a...
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
An Antique 18th century Provincial French Stone Fireplace Mantel
Located in London, GB
An 18th century French Caen Stone Provincial Fireplace. The cantered jambs with stop fluted front panels and carved raised panels. The frieze serpentine in design with raised panelle...
Category
1780s French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone
Carved Stone Statue of Saint Anne and Child Mary
Located in Vista, CA
Carved stone statue of Saint Anne and child Mary.
Category
Early 20th Century French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone
Antique Cast Lead French Style Garden Statue Of A Putto With Wheat Sheaf
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The figure of a French style putto holding a sickle and wheat sheaf representing the harvest as one of the four seasons' figures. Standing on an octagonal base.
Dimensions:
27" H ...
Category
19th Century Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Lead
Square French Style Iron Base Table with Wood Top, Garden Table
Located in Miami, FL
Square French style iron base table with wood top. Garden table or bistro table
Ideal for hospitality.
Indoor and outdoor.
Category
2010s Spanish French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique French Bronze Decorative Fireplace Andirons; a pair
Located in Malibu, CA
19th C Bronze/brass fireplace ware with acanthus leaves
urn.
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
19th Century Large French Wrought Iron Table with Glass Top
Located in Hastings, GB
This listing is for the antique French garden table only. We have added 2 photographs of the table with chairs to show the size and that 6 ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Pair of Boiserie Cabinet Doors
Located in Sheffield, MA
Great pair of Louis XV provincial style doors perfect for a rectangular a base, a custom vanity or built-in cabinet. A great example of carpentry with ca...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Oak
19th Century, French antique hollowed tree trunk wooden planter
Located in Diest, BE
Beautiful French antique hollowed out tree trunk wooden planter from the 19th Century in a primitive style. Great piece that adds of character to any room.
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Round High Top Table with Steel Base and Werzalit Top, Cocktail Table
Located in Miami, FL
Round high top table with steel base and werzalit top. Cocktail table
Ideal for hospitality.
Category
2010s Spanish French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique French Grain Measure, early20th Century
Located in Chappaqua, NY
Antique French grain measure, early 20th century. Aged wood with iron bands and iron handle.
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
French 19th Century Napoleon III Zinc Painted Green Garden Bath Planter
Located in Sherborne, GB
French 19th century zinc with original painted green finish, this would make a stunning garden bath planter.
This gorgeous Napoleon III bath tub has be...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Zinc
French Pedestals With Marble Tops, a Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pair of French pedestals with marble tops. Great addition to your architectural French inspired home and interiors.
Category
1940s French Vintage French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
$1,200 / set
Large Terracotta Urn in the Anduze manner, green tones
By Boisset
Located in Hastings, GB
A very large terracotta French Urn, decorated in dark brown and green drip glaze and adorned with a raised relief swag decoration, this urn is very much in the Anduze manner, but the...
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
Distinctive Steel Chaise Longue
Located in Houston, TX
Distinctive steel chaise longue, finished as forged iron and adorned in brass detail. Sold with newly-made tie-on upholstered cushion in antique hand-loomed French thistle and natural canvas. All...
Category
Early 2000s French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Steel
Faded Red Painted Zinc Cross from France
Located in Houston, TX
Faded red painted zinc cross from France. 19th century zinc cross painted in a dusty coral hue faded from its original red color. Beautiful gray zinc color and brownish rust patina. ...
Category
1850s French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Zinc
Antique French Cast Iron Garden Urn – Ornate Planter with Aged Patina
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This exquisite antique French cast iron garden urn is a striking example of 19th-century European craftsmanship. Adorned with intricate relief details, including scrolling foliage an...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
19th Century Stone Doorway Arch
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A 19th century stone door surround. Simply but elegant rustic executed. Dated 1819 and decoretad with a geometric frieze and centrel flower rozet. ...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Sandstone
French Green Painted Bistro Table
Located in Buchanan, NY
Welcome the old-world charm and style of this stunning French green painted bistro table into your home! The small round design fits perfectly in ...
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique French Table with Tile Top
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Intriguing antique French table with eight leaf decorated tiles under glaze on a hand wrought iron base with the original paint.
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Vintage Concrete Shore Bird
Located in Houston, TX
This concrete shore bird sits on one iron leg and a concrete base. Found in Southern France this piece will add a bit of whimsy to your home or garden.
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete, Metal
Single Antique European Farm Door
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful painted antique door with detailed iron hardware and glass window intact. Sourced from a European farm. Still fully functional with some...
Category
Early 20th Century European French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
2 Large Antique Urns
Located in Madison, MS
These large 19th century urns would make a huge statement in your indoor or outdoor space. They are made out of concrete and finished with some sort of lacquer or paint, which is chi...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
$3,120 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Antique Limestone Basin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This low rectangular trough or basin makes a beautiful planter for succulents or lavender! A good size and shape, with a lot of character and patina...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
$1,800
Antique French Cast Iron Garden Urn with Ornate Detailing
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Elevate your garden or home décor with this antique French cast iron planter, a stunning example of 19th-century craftsmanship. This beautifully detailed urn features intricate relie...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique French Painted Decorative Floral Panel
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Originally purchased from Hollyhock in West Hollywood, California. A large panel in ecru paint with carved painted and gilt high relief decoration- a gilt bow and swags at the top over a basket of fruits with a garden rake...
Category
19th Century Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Pair Cast Iron Pie Crust Urns
Located in South Salem, NY
A pair of cast iron garden urns showing honest patina. The lip of the urn has an egg and dart pattern the base of the urn is a classic fluted style on a square base.
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
$2,400 / set
Pair of Antique French Tile Top Iron Tables
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Standout pair of antique French tables or stands with colorful mosaic tiled tops having art nouveau style center tiles. The bases are hand wrought iron in an elegant form.
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
$7,700 / set
Garden Ornament Cast Stone Seagull on Wood Base
Located in South Salem, NY
20th Century garden ornament of a cast stone seagull on a wood base. The seagull retains much of its original paint.
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Vintage English Country Brass and Iron Verdigris Garden Armillary Sundial
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning vintage English country style garden armillary sundial
USA, Late 20th Century
Beautiful brass and iron verdigris
Measures: 18"W x 16"D x 20.5"H
Very good original vint...
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Copper
Antique Dutch Delft Style Craftsmen Blue and White Tiles, Pair
By Delft
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful pair of hand painted blue and white Delft ceramic tiles featuring farm landscapes and shepherds. These make excellent coasters.
Holland, Circa Mid-20th Century
Measures...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Delft
Pedestal from an old french wine press, circa 1900
Located in LYON, FR
Old wine press screw in the style of Charles Dudouyt transformed into a harness or stand.
Very beautiful patina for this very elegant harness or pedestal. It will allow you to place...
Category
1890s French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cherry, Oak
$1,426 Sale Price
20% Off
French Cherry Wood 2 Branch Folding Towel Rail
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
French Cherry Wood 2 Branch Folding Towel Rail
This is an elegant little towel rail, it is turned in cherry wood and has 2 swinging arms, these can be set at a choice of angles up t...
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19th Century Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cherry
Zinc Top Cabinet with Double Sinks, Fr-0180
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Zinc top cabinet with double sinks. Includes faucets and sinks. Functional cabinets below sinks with open center shelf unit perfect for towels. Hand painted and glazed with a distressed look. Zinc top hammered metal with intentional pitting. Brass faucet...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Zinc
19th Century French Cabinet Doors
Located in Winter Park, FL
A set of early 19th century French doors from a cabinet or cupboard, crafted of solid chestnut. Thick panels with beautiful hand-carved stylized floral motif and waxed patina. Decorative cast iron escutcheons and large hinges. Working lock and key. All original. Carved in the panel is the name of the women for whom this piece was commissioned, likely as a wedding gift as was the custom: Gabriela Gourmelén and the date, 1823. These salvaged doors may be used to create a stand alone cabinet or may be incorporated into custom kitchen cabinetry...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Rare Antique French Carved Limestone Dairy or Garden Trough
Located in Calgary, Alberta
Originating from rural France, this beautifully carved stone trough would have originally been used in a rural setting, possibly at a dairy farm, or estate courtyard. Hand-hewn from ...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
$2,360 Sale Price
20% Off
French Garden Bistro Table in Distressed Paint
Located in Buchanan, NY
This French garden bistro table is a unique and charming piece that will add character to any outdoor space. The distressed red and white paint finish gi...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Early 20th C White French Jardiniere on Castors
Located in Hastings, GB
A very pretty French wirework and wrought iron plant stand, with wooden base and brass castors
Circa 1920-1930. Lovely old paint patina to the legs and age related wear to the wirew...
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron, Wire
19th Century Country French Fountain with Porcelain Reservoir and Basin
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century Country French fountain with porcelain reservoir and basin is a charming ode to a bygone era! Back before hot and cold running water, it was desirable for family members...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Porcelain, Oak
Arras White Jardiniere, Late 19th Century
Located in Hastings, GB
Beautiful and rare Arras planter/jardiniere, this model with the horse hoof feet, dating it to the late 19th/early 20thcentury. The white painted wrought iron and riveted form has crackled in the most perfect way over the years, and the jardiniere still has it’s original zinc base liner.
In excellent condition and a very unusual rare shape.
Measures: height 94cm, width 56cm, depth 44cm.
Inside...
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
19th century French Fire Place Mantel, Walnut
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Fire Place Mantel with mirror,
ca. 1870-1880 France,
Solid walnut,
Spectacular French Fire Place Mantel made of solid walnut.
Tapering pilasters c...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Unusual 19th Century Victorian Cast Iron Garden Side Table Pot Stand
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
An unusual cast iron former cheese press table base, extremely well built with heavy splayed legs and a grooved top with drain hole.
Probably of French o...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
A Pair of Large 19th Century French Brass Curtain Tie Backs
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Pair of Large 19th Century French Brass Curtain Tie Backs
The Tie Backs or Hooks are solid brass, they have a decorative crest which swings on a backplate
The brackets have a s...
Category
19th Century Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Pair of Early 19th Century Anduze Jars
By Boisset
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of early 19th century Anduze jars from Boisset Poterie. Sold together and priced $15,900 for the pair.
1st Anduze: Height 33 inches x Diameter 28.25 inches, and 2nd Anduze: Heig...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
$15,900 / set
Vintage French Shell Carved Red Marble Fireplace Surround
Located in Sheridan, CO
Continental red marble fireplace surround, early 20th c., having molded mantel shelf, over shell carved apron, pilaster corner supports, ...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Pair of Vintage White Painted Concrete Garden Urns with Swag Detailing
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Enhance your garden or outdoor space with this exquisite pair of vintage white-painted concrete garden urns. These urns boast a classic Neoclassical design, featuring elegantly scrol...
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Silvered Pewter Equestrian Oversized Cabinet Pull, 13”, Vicenza, USA
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pewter Equestrian Oversized Cabinet Pull, Antique Silver, 13”, Vicenza, USA.
Equestrian or horse races have long been a tradition in Italy. The Palio di Siena located in Siena, Italy, got its modern start in 1656. Vicenza Designs Equestrian line allows you to express your passion for horses in your home in a unique way. The rope patterned appliance pulls...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Silver, Pewter
19th C. Pair of French Painted Shutters
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These 19th-century antique French shutters showcase a classic provincial style with a rich, weathered patina that speaks to their age and authenticity. Crafted from solid wood, the s...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood, Paint
$1,200 Sale Price / set
50% Off
The Bourgogne: A Classic French Stone Fireplace
Located in Chicago, IL
The Bourgogne fireplace evokes the classic French Provincial style. It starts deep at almost 13" at the top shelf piece. It comes down into a broad arched opening, and then into the ...
Category
2010s American French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
$8,110 / item
French Provincial Doors
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This striking, tall pair of doors wear their age with grace, and would bring character and intrigue to any doorway. They also work remarkably well as accent pieces, taking a bare cor...
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
$3,250
Vintage French Country Iron Garden Armillary Sundial
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning vintage iron garden armillary sundial
USA, Late 20th Century
Measures: 17"W x 10"D x 16.25"H
Very good vintage condition.
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
French Pair of Hand Forged Iron Andirons
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A charming pair of French hand-forged, wrought iron fireplace andirons–or chenets–made in the 19th century. Somewhat Gothic in style, they have a reddish brown patina from oxidation ...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
$650 / set
French 19th Century Cast Iron Garden Urn with Dragon Handles
Located in Vulpellac, Girona
A 19th century heavy cast iron tazza shaped French garden urn. It has a fluted body that is placed upon a square pedestal base. The rim is decorated in an egg and dart pattern and wi...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique Late 19th Century French Large Sculptural Rustic Harvest Wooden Thresher
Located in Sheridan, CO
Large Antique rustic harvest wooden thresher / combine tool make a great sculptural piece. It could be wired and converted to a light to make a dramatic and unique light fixture.
Ac...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Antique Dutch Delft Style Blue and White Tile Featuring a Soldier
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful antique hand painted blue and white Delft or French Provincial style ceramic tile featuring a soldier carrying a flag. This would make an excellent coaster.
Holland, Cir...
Category
Mid-19th Century Dutch Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Reclaimed 19th century French Provincial Decorative Boiserie Panel
Located in Mckinney, TX
An eye-catching mid-19th-century French boiserie panel retains its original pale French blue paint, gently worn to reveal the wood grain and character beneath.
The panel’s carved mo...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
New Century Round Cast Iron Base with Marble Top Garden Table or Bistro Table
Located in Miami, FL
French style cast iron base with marble & brass top garden table or bistro table.
The base it's black but you can choose the colors.
Finely detailed cast iron base with white marbl...
Category
2010s Spanish French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble, Brass, Iron
Antique Stone Basin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This unique rectangular limestone basin would make a gorgeous planter or bubbling fountain. The stone has a beautiful patina and texture to it after y...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
$2,800
Pair Grand 18th Century Country French Walnut Doors ~ Plaquards
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair Grand 18th Century Country French Walnut Doors ~ Plaquards in Frame are ideal for creating a wall accent or for using in your architectural plan to add interest that simply cann...
Category
Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Early Cast Stone Architectural Garden Ornament or Fragment
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Lovely cast stone urn with roses spilling over the edges. A beautiful garden ornament with age and patina. Chips and cracks throughout, however the piece is solid and very heavy.
Me...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cast Stone
$1,592 Sale Price
20% Off
French Provincial building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique French Provincial building and garden elements 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 building and garden elements created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, case pieces and storage cabinets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used French Provincial building and garden elements 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 building and garden elements differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $749 and tops out at $17,724 while the average work can sell for $6,500.
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