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
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
Schumacher Maison Charles Gilt Brass Floor Lamp, Signed, c. 1970
Located in New York, NY
Since Schumacher was founded in 1889, our family-owned company has been synonymous with style, taste, and innovation. A passion for luxury and an unwavering commitment to beauty are ...
Category
1970s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass
French Twelve Branch Two Tier Gilded Brass Chandelier
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
French Twelve Branch Two Tier Gilded Brass Chandelier
This splendid very large Chateau chandelier is made in Gilded Brass with twelve upward curved arms radiating from an elaborat...
Category
20th Century French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass
A hand-carved limestone lamp in the shape of a prism - France - 1970s.
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A hand-carved limestone lamp in the shape of a prism, showcasing French craftsmanship from the 1970s and reflecting the style of Albert Tormos. This unique piece emits a warm, inviti...
Category
1970s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Limestone
$644 Sale Price
20% Off
French Eight-Light Chandelier with Topaz, Amethyst and Clear Crystals
Located in Toledo, OH
A stunning French brass and crystal chandelier. Gilt metal scroll frame with diamond forms enclosing prisms, crystal shaft and floral accents, hung with crystal prisms in topaz, amet...
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Crystal
Ceramic Lamp Vintage 1950s
Located in Paris, FR
Large ceramic lamp 1950s
New lampshade and electrical system.
Foot H44 x L22 x P11 cm -
with lampeshade H75 xD40 cm.
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Ceramic
1940
s French Etched Mirror Scones
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1940's French etched mirror backplate sconces with two silvered arms
Category
1940s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$3,400 / set
1920
s Small French Silver Plated Sconces with 2 Lights
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's French silver plated sconces with unusual two arms
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Bronze
1930
s Silvered Metal French Flush Mount
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's French silver leafed metal light fixture with glass inset
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal
1940 Large French Gilt Bronze Three lights Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1940’s gilt bronze sconces with 3 lights very unusual big size
Category
1940s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$12,000 / set
1920s French Bronze Double Arm Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's French bronze sconces with two lights.
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$4,200 / set
1920s French Large Gilt Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s French gilt bronze sconces in original finish
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$4,800 / set
Very Large Brass Table Lamp, or a Half Height Floor Lamp
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Very Large Brass Table Lamp, or a Half Height Floor Lamp
This is a very sturdy and heavy piece, the lamp has a single turned column set on a heavy triangular stepped base
This is a...
Category
Early 1900s Antique French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass
Mid-Centrury French Ceramic Table Lamp with Lampshade in Rope
Located in Paris, FR
Mid-centrury french ceramic table lamp with lampshade in rope.
New rope lampeshade.
Measures: Lampshade : H 21 x D 20 cm
ceramic : H 10 x D 9 cm.
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Ceramic, Rope
$236 Sale Price
20% Off
A Pair of Twin Wall Chandeliers, Twin Sconce Wall Lights These are very pretty
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Pair of Twin Wall Chandeliers, Twin Sconce Wall Lights
These are very pretty wall lights, the cast brass sconces are hung with brightly cut pendants which sparkle when electrifi...
Category
1960s Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass
French Black Iron Lantern from the 1940s
Located in Salzburg, AT
French lantern out of iron, glass shades circa 1940
Black, conical, hexagonal body with sweeping exterior decoration out of metal straps.
4 glass panes and 1 socket
Body dimensions ...
Category
1940s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Iron
$1,421 Sale Price
53% Off
20th Century Set of French Decorative Gilt Wrought Iron Sconces
Located in Miami, FL
20th century set of French decorative gilt wrought iron sconces with glass shadows.
Measures: Pair sconces: W 14.56in, D 4.72in, H 8.26in.
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Iron
Pair of Elegant Metal and Glass Sconces Masion Bagues Style
Located in Dallas, TX
This listing features a pair of elegant metal and glass sconces each with two lights. The style these sconces are inspired by a French designer named Maison Bagues, whose style effor...
Category
20th Century Unknown French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal
Charming Little French Boudoir Floor Lamp
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Charming Little French Boudoir Floor Lamp
This is a delightful little piece, in plumb velvet and gold and with its original silk brocade shade which is old and has some staining to ...
Category
Early 1900s Antique French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Velvet
French Circle Floor Lamp
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1950s French Floor Lamp with circular iron base.
Newly refinished powder coated paint in mint green, deep plum and rust brown.
Newly rewired and New linen shade.
Adjustable in h...
Category
1940s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Iron
$7,800
White Toleware Open Basket Ceiling Chandelier A decorative circular ceiling l
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
White Toleware Open Basket Ceiling Chandelier
A decorative circular ceiling light, the light has an open centre and decorated with toleware leaves in apple white...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal
Tall French Turned Oak Table Lamp
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Tall French Turned Oak Table Lamp
This lamp has a turned upright which sits on a turned wooden base, it is in good condition, the wiring is new, this is a very fine quality lamp, I ...
Category
1930s Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Oak
Green Toleware and Brass Triple Bouillotte Desk Lamp from France
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Green Toleware and Brass Triple Bouillotte Desk Lamp from France
A lovely piece, a triple brass sconce lamp with its original adjustable very dark green toleware shade
A Very trad...
Category
Early 1900s Antique French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pr French Sconces, 3 arm Gold Dore "finish , Lady Faces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
HI-quality castings in fine details made from the original . All metal finished in a polished Antique Gold Dore" finish . Set up for Candles . Not wired ! There is a bar on the rever...
Category
1990s American French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Large French Crystal and Brass 5 Branch Chandelier
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Large French Crystal and Brass 5 Branch Chandelier
This is an excellent quality piece, the decorated brass centre column supports the scrolling br...
Category
Early 1900s Antique French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Crystal
Mid-Century Modern Double Shade Chandelier, Brass and Steel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom designed for a lighting showroom in LA, double shades hanging from all brass frame. Solid brass X-cross banding. With 5 light cluster bodies. Total 10 lights. Good size for a ...
Category
1990s North American French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass
French Style Ten-Arm Bronze Gold Doré Chandelier Rose Swag Details
Located in Toledo, OH
Impressive French style ten-arm chandelier in bronze with a gold doré finish. Ornate swag and rose details on the chain. Shades are not included.
Category
20th Century French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Pair French Bronzed Table Lamps
Located in Swadlincote, GB
Excellent pair metall bronzed table lamps, in excellent overall condition.
21" high
6" diameter
26" high with shades
You are welcome to view this item at our showroom, please phone...
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal
$1,085 / set
A Large French Toleware and Brass Table Lamp
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Large French Toleware and Brass Table Lamp
This Large Toleware Lamp is set on a brass base and has decorative brass work and handles and comes wit...
Category
Early 20th Century French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass
19th Century French Apothecary Jar Lamps-A Pair
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Based on their design and the historical context of similar apothecary jars, these French apothecary jars likely date from the late 19th century to the early 20th century. During thi...
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Ceramic
1970s Rotogravure Table Lamp
Located in High Point, NC
A wooden table lamp from France, produced circa 1970. A carved column, an etched cylinder: a former rotogravure wallpaper printing roll becomes a charming, vintage table lamp; rising...
Category
1970s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal
Stunning French Cristal 6 Branch Brass Chandelier
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A stunning French cristal 6 branch brass chandelier
This is a superb brass chandelier, the centre baluster is covered with glass and at th...
Category
Early 20th Century French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Crystal
Wrought Iron French Wall Sconce -Electrified with Charming Patina
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Elevate your home decor with this antique wrought iron wall sconce. This timeless piece features intricate scrollwork and a beautiful...
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
$680 Sale Price
32% Off
A Pair of Painted Three Arm Chandeliers
Located in Washington, DC
A Pair of Painted Three Arm Cast Iron Round Chandeliers
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Iron
$3,800 / set
Charming French Cut Glass and Brass 6 Branch Chandelier
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A charming French cut glass and brass 6 branch chandelier
This is an excellent quality and very dainty piece, the brass has a gilded finish and the 6 arms are hung with faceted gl...
Category
Early 20th Century French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Italian Metal Wall Sconces with Cattails and Leaves
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Unusual pair of metal two light wall sconces featuring ribbons, cattails, acanthus leaves and a sting of flowers, all with an old world worn gold washed finish.
Category
20th Century Italian French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Metal
Light Grey Painted Floor Lamp
Located in Washington, DC
A light grey painted floor lamp
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Late 19th Century French Scrolled Brass Chandelier
Located in South Salem, NY
Exquisite antique six-light pendant chandelier made in France circa late 19th century. Minimal scrolled brass wire body is decorated with faceted crystal pendants. The glass ornament...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass
Antique Two Tier Scroll Bronze Overscale Chandelier, Gold Foil Acanthus Leafves
Located in Asheville, NC
Built for a Castle entrance, this large scale patinated chandelier commands attention with its bold forged spirals & gilt foil covered acanthus leaves. Fourteen candles wired for ele...
Category
20th Century European French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Iron, Bronze
Pair of Gold Finished Wrought Iron Lanterns with Textured Glass and Glass Beads
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of gold finished wrought iron lanterns with textured glass and glass beads. Already rewired for US Lighting Standards.
Category
1930s French Vintage French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century Wrought Iron outdoor Lantern
Located in palm beach, FL
Monumental wrought iron outdoor Lantern suspended by a coat hook. These majestic lanterns are most decorative. Six are available.
The work of wrou...
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
$4,000 / item
Pair of White Faience Table Lamps with Fruit Decoration Panel
Located in Washington, DC
A pair of white faience table lamps with fruit decoration panel mounted on cast iron table base. Made of 19th century-early 20th century white faience...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Faience
A Superb pair of French Neo Classical Large Brass Wall Lights
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Superb pair of French Neo Classical Large Brass Wall Lights
A very handsome pair of large very Heavy Brass wall lights, the lights are in the classical style with acanthus leaf an...
Category
Early 1900s Antique French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of French Neoclassical Brass Triple Wall Lights
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Pair of French neoclassical brass triple wall lights
A very handsome pair of brass wall lights, the lights are in the classical style of a lighted torch
Each light has 3 branch...
Category
Early 20th Century French Provincial Lighting
Materials
Brass
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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