French Provincial Lighting
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: 20th Century
Period: Mid-20th Century
1930
s French Silver Plated Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930.s French silver-plated light fixture with 6 interior lights and beaded crystals
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
1930s French Small Bagues Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1930's French small Bagues chandelier with crystal flowers and amethyst colored crystals, 4 lights
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Murano Glass Chandelier, Italy, 1990s
Located in Praha, CZ
Made of brass crystal and Murano glass in Italy in 1990s.
Perfect original condition.
5x40W, E25-E27 bulbs
US wiring compatible
Category
1990s Italian French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass
1920’s French Bagues Silver Leaf Large Sconces with Three Lights
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1920’s French silvered metal Large Bagues sconces with 3 lights, crystal body and flowers
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Metal
1900’s Gilt Bronze Caldwell Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1900’s Caldwell gilt bronze sconces with two lights. Original finish and patina
Category
Early 1900s American Antique French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Bronze
1940
s French Silver Plated Light Fixture with Crystals
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's French silver plated light fixture with crystals. Available pair
Category
1940s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Bronze
French Bronze
Iron Wall Sconce with Fleur De Lis
Located in Malibu, CA
Classic French bronze
iron sconce with Fleur de Lis.
Newly rewired for US usage.
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Iron, Bronze
$581 Sale Price
25% Off
1930’s French Silvered Sunburst Flush Mount
Located in New York, NY
circa 1930’s French silvered sunburst flush mount with two lairs of leaves
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal, Silver Leaf
Large Pair French Brass Candlesticks
Located in Swadlincote, GB
Good pair French pierced brass candlesticks,doublenbulb holders, in overall very good condition.
32" high
8" diameter
You are welcome to view this item at our showroom, please phon...
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass
$675 / set
1930’s Gilt Bronze with Etched Mirror Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1930’s Gilt bronze sconces with etched mirrored backplate and crystals hangings
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Bronze
1930s French Bagues Silver Leaf Metal Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1930’s silver leaf metal sconces with glass leaves and body
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
$8,800 / set
1930
s French Bagues Beaded Crystals Chandelier with 12 Lights
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's French Bagues chandeliers with glass leaves and beaded crystals. 12 lights
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal
1940’s Bagues Gilt Metal and Crystals Large Sconces with 3 Lights
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful pair of of 1940’s French large Bagues gilt metal sconces with a big crystal base on body and glass leaves. 3 lights
Category
1940s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Metal
1930
s French Gilt Metal Flush Mount with Frosted Glass
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's French gilt metal light fixtures flush mounted with frosted glass inset
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal
1920
s French Bronze Small Urn Shape Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's French small gilt bronze urn shape sconces with twisted two arms
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$3,800 / set
Pair 1930
s Large French Bagues Silver Leafed 3 Lights Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1930's French silver leafed sconces with three light and cut glass body
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal
1930
s French 5 Lights Tulips Sconces with Amethyst Crystals
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1930's French tulips shaped sconces with amethyst crystals
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Brass
1930s French Nickel Plated Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930’s French nickel plated light fixture with blown glass inset
Category
1930s Unknown Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Nickel
1920
s Large Bronze and Crystal Hangings Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920’s large bronze chandelier with different color crystal pendants, with 8 lights and 8 interior lights
Category
1910s Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
1920s Sunburst Gilt Bronze Sconces with two lights
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s gilt bronze double light sconces
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Bronze
1930’s French Silver Plated Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1930’s French double light sconces with flower design
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
$5,800 / set
1930
s French Bagues Sconces with 3 Lights
Located in New York, NY
a very unusual pair of French circa 1930's Bagues sconces with beaded crystals and crystal hangings
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal
$5,800 / set
1930
s French Etched Mirror and Gilt Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's French gilt bronze sconces with etched mirrored backplate
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$6,800 / item
1930
s Large French Bagues Gilt Metal Sconces with 3 lights
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1930's Large French Bagues gilt metal sconces with cut glass body and leaves.
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal
Pair 1930
s French Gilt Bronze Lire Sconces with Crystals
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1930's French gilt bronze lyre shaped sconces with crystal hangings
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Large Blue and White French Porcelain Table Lamp with High Relief Motifs
Located in Miami, FL
Elegant Blue and White French Provincial Style Table Lamp
This captivating French porcelain table lamp, circa 1920s, features a beautifully de...
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass
$1,360 Sale Price
20% Off
1920 French Gilt Bronze Ribbon Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s French gilt bronze double lights sconces wit ribbon and twisted arms
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$4,800 / set
1930
s French Gilt Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 1930’s French gilt bronze double lights sconces, original finish and patina, unusual large sized.
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Tole, Glass and Iron Lantern
Located in Houston, TX
Tole, glass and iron lantern dating to early 20th century, France. Not wired for electricity, but can be wired, or fitted for usage with gas, for an add...
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Steel, Iron
Vintage Mercury Glass French Lamp Warren Kessler New York
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Beautiful Warren Kessler mercury glass lamp. French design gas lamp design. Mercury glass with detail filagree accent.
Category
Early 20th Century American French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Mercury Glass
Coral House Lamp from Maison Charles, 1970s
Located in Andrézieux-Bouthéon, FR
Coral House Lamp from Maison Charles, 1970s
Vintage Design
*The cable of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise.
Additional information:
M...
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Vintage Two-Arm Iron Sconces
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of vintage two-arm iron sconces from France. Newly wired for use within the USA. Sold together and priced $1,400 for the pair.
Category
Late 20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Steel
$1,400 / set
Grande Lampe Hubert Olivier en céramique française décor French Riviera 1990
By Olivier U
Located in London, England
La très grande lampe de décoration du fabricant Hubert Olivier est bien plus qu'un simple éclairage ; elle est une véritable œuvre d'art. Fabriquée en c...
Category
1990s French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century Bronze Baccarat Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
This is a beautiful 19th century French bronze baccarat chandelier. It is rewired, and ready to hang.
Category
1980s Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$10,240 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of French Style Bronze Wall Sconces Grape Cluster Details
Located in Toledo, OH
Pair of French style bronze two socket wall sconces. Ribbon bow top detail. Body has grape cluster with leaf designs. Acanthus leaf candleholder. Gold with variegated red patina. On ...
Category
20th Century Unknown French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Wrought Iron, Late 20th Century
Located in Dallas, TX
Wrought Iron early 20th century chandelier. 12 lights with antique 4" paper candle covers. White rock crystal.
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Rock Crystal, Iron
$6,110 Sale Price
35% Off
French vintage brass table lamp
Located in LYON, FR
Maison Lecan presents this elegant vintage brass table lamp, crafted in the 1960s-70s.
Its curved base, with an amphora-like silhouette, rests on a square solid brass plinth.
The cy...
Category
1960s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass
French Gilded Lantern Light - 3-Arms w/ Tassels
Ribbons
Located in New York, NY
Bronze gold gilded, three light, 20th C., lantern light with canopy. It is adorned with a series of chain swags with molded tassels and ribbons decorating the cylinder glass. The bot...
Category
20th Century French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$3,160 Sale Price
20% Off
Courvoisier 3 Star Luxe Cognac Advertising Table Lamp Fresh from France
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Courvoisier 3 Star Luxe Cognac Advertising Table Lamp
Fresh from France this superb lamp was part of an advertising display, it is a genuine 3.78 litre bottle and comes with its plea...
Category
1960s Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Blown Glass
A Large French Gilded Brass 6 Branch Chandelier This is a good quality piece
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Large French Gilded Brass 6 Branch Chandelier
This is a good quality piece it is very heavy and has a superb aged gilt finish
The Chandelier is fully wired and working
The chand...
Category
Early 1900s Antique French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass
Tole, Glass and Iron Lantern
Located in Houston, TX
Tole, glass and iron lantern dating to early 20th century, France. Not wired for electricity, but can be wired, or fitted for usage with gas, for an add...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass, Steel, Iron
Large Scale French Style Gilt Metal and Wood Chandelier 42" Diameter
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large Scale French Style Gilt Metal and Wood Chandelier, American, circa 1980s. It has been rewired and is ready to use. It measures an impressive 42" diameter x 30" height. The cord...
Category
1980s American Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal
Vintage Regency Hand Painted Candlestick Lamps - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Illuminate your living space with this charming pair of vintage Regency candlestick lamps, exuding an air of classic elegance and whimsical artistry. Each lamp features a beautifully...
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of French Tole Floral Electrified Wall Sconces
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Pair of tole wall sconces crafted in pressed brass with a flower bouquet decorated in a trompe-l'oeil technique over a brass stylized planter.
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of French Scrolling Foliate Wall Lights, Tole Gilt and Cream Roses
Located in Sherborne, GB
An elegant pair of gilt and enamel gilt iron floral wall lights, made in France in the 1940s. These are very high quality wall sconce lights.
These wall sconces have two arms decorated with gilt leaves and enameled cream...
Category
1940s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Iron
$1,201 Sale Price / set
20% Off
French Brass Bouillotte Twin Desk Lamp
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
French Brass Bouillotte Twin Desk Lamp
A lovely piece, a brass twin sconce lamp with its original velvet fringed shade
A Very traditional design with two...
Category
1960s Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass
Vinatge Forged Iron Italian Lantern
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate any interior with this striking vintage wrought iron lantern, richly detailed with ornate hand-forged scrollwork. Its architectural silhouette is framed by an elegant array o...
Category
1920s Italian Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Iron
Jansen Style Gilt Bronze and Clear Glass Table Lamps, a Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fabulous pair of Jansen style table lamps with gilt bronze details and clear glass elements. Amazing bronze details with perfect gilt. Real...
Category
1960s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal
Black-Painted Hexagonal Street Lantern
Located in Houston, TX
Black-painted hexagonal street lantern from the South of France. Newly wired for use within the USA using UL listed parts. Includes chain and canopy (listed height does not include c...
Category
Late 20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal, Steel
Vintage Regency German Dresden Porcelain Figure Lamps - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exceptional pair of vintage table lamps features highly detailed porcelain figurines, sculpted and hand-painted in the cherished 18th-century Rococo style reminiscent of Meissen...
Category
Mid-20th Century German French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass
Green Toleware and Brass Twin Bouillotte Desk Lamp from France
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Green Toleware and Brass Twin Bouillotte Desk Lamp from France
A lovely piece, a double brass sconce lamp with its original adjustable toleware shade
A Very traditional design wit...
Category
Early 1900s Antique French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass
French Empire Style Ceiling Lamps
Located in Dallas, TX
A Pair of matching French Empire style ceiling lamps with a gold gilt frame and iridescent beads.
Circa: 20th century.
Measures: H: 7 1/2" W: 9 1/2".
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass
$3,112 Sale Price / set
20% Off
French Frosted Glass Pair of Sconces
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of French Art Deco Frosted glass sconces by Jean Noverdy, with gilt metal wall mount frames, molded in glass.
Category
1930s European Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Glass
$2,320 Sale Price / set
20% Off
French Painted Green Toleware and Brass Triple Desk Lamp
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
French Painted Green Toleware and Brass Triple Desk Lamp
A lovely piece, a brass triple sconce lamp with its original adjustable toleware shade
A Very traditional design with thre...
Category
Early 1900s Antique French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass
Vintage French Empire Style Small Bronze Urn Form Boudoir Vanity Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Empire Style Small Bronze Urn Form Boudoir Vanity Table Lamp. Circa early 20th Century. Measurements: 17.5" H x 4" W x 4" D.
Category
Early 20th Century French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Pair of E. F. Caldwell Gilt Wrought Iron, Mirror and Crystal Sconces
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This handmade pair of three-light Continental style sconces feature antique mirrored backs, and gilt flame form finials.
Category
Early 20th Century American French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
Elegant French 1950s Chandelier With Decorated Frame and Glass Drops
Located in London, GB
This unusual chandelier was made in France in the 1950s. It is made from gilt braonze and lovely cut glass icicles and drops.
Please take a look at all our pictures - the elegantly...
Category
1950s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Metal
Brass Arts and Crafts Floor Lamp, Hand made Shade
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Brass Arts and Crafts Floor Lamp, Hand made Shade
This is a very attractive and fine quality piece, the lamp has a fluted brass centre corinthian column with a stepped square brass...
Category
1920s Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass
Large French Rococo Style Teardrop Chandelier A Fine Piece
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Large French Rococo Style Teardrop Chandelier
A Fine Piece, in age darkened Brass and Crystal, a large piece which gives a very attractive light
The Brass frame is very attractivel...
Category
1920s Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Crystal
Massive 1940s French 8 Light Bronze Chandelier
Located in Miami, FL
Massive beautiful 8-Light French Neoclassical Bronze chandelier with exceptional detail from top to bottom.
European Wiring and tak...
Category
1940s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Bronze
French Provincial lighting for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique French Provincial lighting 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 lighting created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used French Provincial lighting made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original lighting, popular names associated with this style include Maison Baguès, Edward F. Caldwell
Co., Accolay Pottery, and Pierre Deux. 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 lighting differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $105 and tops out at $18,000 while the average work can sell for $3,400.
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