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
Period: 18th Century and Earlier
French Provincial Reclaimed Fireplace Surround In Hard Limestone
Located in Beervelde, BE
French limestone fireplace surround in limestone for contemporary living.
This is a grand and elegant fireplace element in great condition.
Measurements:
184 cm Exterior Width 72,44 ...
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone, Limestone
Solid Axel-Vervoordt Style Fireplace Original Reclaimed Base Stone In Limestone
Located in Beervelde, BE
This solid base stone is a striking piece of off-white French limestone, perfect for those who appreciate the timeless elegance of Axel Vervoordt’s aesthetic. The rectangular, reclai...
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone, Limestone
An 18th Century Provincial Louis XV Style Marble Fireplace Mantel
Located in London, GB
A charming and very well executed late 18th century Provincial Louis XV style fireplace in Calacatta and Breche Violette marbles. The jambs with paneled Breche Violette and fine carv...
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Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Breccia Marble, Statuary Marble
Romantic Floral-Carved French Fireplace Surround - Gentle Wear - Elegant Chic
Located in Beervelde, BE
Romantic Floral-Carved French Limestone Fireplace Surround - Gentle Wear - Elegant Chic.
Discover an exceptional antique French fireplace surround, finely carved in warm-hued limesto...
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
French Provincial Limestone Antique Fireplace Surround With Star Design
Located in Beervelde, BE
Limestone French fireplace surround for a small budget.
The fronton has been restored and has a nice star in the center. The surface has been honed.
Measurements:
168,5 cm Exterior W...
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
18th Century French Provincial Olive Oil Biot jar with Yellow and Green Glaze
Located in Atlanta, GA
A large size French terracotta olive oil Biot jar from Provence with yellow glazed lip and green drippings from the 18th century. Emanating rustic Provencal charm, this large 18th-ce...
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
18th Century Twisted Column Plinth Pedestal Torchere
Located in Sherborne, GB
A stunning rich, textural, sculptural column. It is a gentle twist, hand carved, perfect for showing sculpture, floral displays, adding an ancient ar...
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Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Fruitwood
$1,637 Sale Price
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Gorgeous Pair of 18th Century French Iron Gates
Located in Stockbridge, GA
Gorgeous pair of 18th century French iron gates.
Category
Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
$7,900 / set
Eclectic Modern-Historic Blend Interior – 18th Century French Stone Fireplace
Located in Beervelde, BE
This authentic 18th century French fireplace surround, crafted from rare grey-beige hardstone, is a refined example of rustic elegance.
Its proportions are exceptional, making it per...
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone, Limestone
18th Century French Bronze Bell by Biron PARIS
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
18th Century French Bronze Bell by Biron PARIS
Old bronze bell with inscription: “E. Biron à Paris” this piece is in good original un resto...
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18th Century Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
Rustic Finca Stone Fireplace Surround Raw And Brutalist Forever
Located in Beervelde, BE
French rawness forever fireplace mantel in great condition with all the necessary artempo details.
The perfect decorative element for a ranch or mountain retreat where one wants to ...
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone, Limestone
French Provincial 18th Century Terracotta Olive Oil Biot Jar with Glaze
Located in New York, NY
A grand scale French provincial terracotta Biot Jar produced in the Biot region of southern France. With its original yellow glazed rim and traces of ochre colored glaze dripping thr...
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Mid-18th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
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...
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1780s French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone
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...
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Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
18th Century French Limestone Fireplace Surround In Louis XVI Style
Located in Beervelde, BE
Timeless French provencal townhouse fireplace surround from the 18th century. Authentic leaf details on the front piece are typical for the campagnard provenance.
Louis XVI Style an...
Category
18th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
French Provincial Limestone Fireplace Mantel For Timeless Decor Setting
Located in Beervelde, BE
French antique fireplace surround with original patina.
3 massive blocks of natural limestone.
18th century period.
Dimensions:
171,5 cm Exterior Width 67,52 Inch
108 cm Exterior Hei...
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
Antique French Wood Stepped Podium
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Trapezoid solid wood French roster / podium. Three-step stairs on each side. The center with double doors with carved recessed panels, opening to a shelf, and flanked by carved tall ...
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Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
18th Century Louis XV Light Ochre Marble Fireplace with Carved Floral Centre
Located in Beervelde, BE
This exceptional fireplace surround originates from France and dates to the mid-18th century. Carved from a luminous ochre marble, it embodies the graceful aesthetics of the period—c...
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Mid-18th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
French Provincial Tole Washstand
Located in Queens, NY
French Provincial grey faux wood painted tole washstand with side bars and gold wreath decoration.
Category
18th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Tôle
Hand Carved stone Antique Farm Fireplace Mantle Chimney Surround Los Angeles CA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hand Carved stone Antique Farm Fireplace Mantle Chimney Surround Los Angeles CA . A Rare 18th century unique original antique French Limestone fireplace mantel. this country fireplac...
Category
18th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone, Limestone
$19,200 Sale Price
20% Off
French Provincial Stone Fireplace Surround From Provence Bastide
Located in Beervelde, BE
Medieval stone fireplace from the south of France. Unique fireplace surround for timeless authentic slow-living interior design project.
Exceptional artempo wear and condition. This ...
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15th Century and Earlier French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
17th Century Antique Farm Mantel
Located in Dallas, TX
This 17th century antique farmer's mantel is a subtle yet elegant breakfast room or study mantel.
Measurements: 44.5" W x 12.5" D x 43.5"
Firebox: ...
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17th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
18th Century French Provençal Carrara Brocatelle
Verde Marble Chimneypiece
Located in Ware, GB
18th Century French Provençal Carrara Marble Fireplace with Brocatelle and dark Verde marble to frieze and jambs. Carved motif to centre of frieze.
Elegant carved arch to the top of...
Category
18th Century French Antique French Provincial Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
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French, 17th/ 18th Century, Forged Iron Weathervane
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Early 18th Century French Provincial Cast Iron Fireback
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Pair of French 18th Century Iron Urns
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French Bastide Limestone Fireplace Surround From Provence With Straight Lines
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French carved and polychromed column with grapevine decor, France 18th century
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French, 17/18th Century, Hand Forged Iron Village Cross
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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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