French Provincial Seating
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
Vintage Boho Faux Bois Leopard Dining Chairs - Set of 5
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This striking set of five dining chairs is a masterful celebration of Hollywood Regency maximalism and the adventurous "Safari Chic" aesthetic. Each chair features a classic Louis XV...
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Seating
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Set of 8 French Provincial Louis XV Green Side Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 8 French Provincial Louis XV style (20th Cent) walnut carved side chairs with a shaped cane back and green upholstered seat.
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
French Provincial Wingback Armchair Carved Walnut
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Category
Early 20th Century French Provincial Seating
Materials
Cotton, Walnut
$1,996 Sale Price
20% Off
c1920s French Louis XV Gold Gilt Wood Loveseat Sofa
Located in Rockaway, NJ
c1920s French Louis XV Gold Gilt Wood Loveseat Sofa
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Seating
Materials
Hardwood
Vintage Regency Hand Painted Column Low Stool
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Presenting a charming Vintage Regency Hand Painted Column Low Stool, a versatile piece that effortlessly blends classic elegance with a touch of playful design. This unique stool fea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American French Provincial Seating
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
French Provincial Fauteuil Accent Chairs Armchairs
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Offering one of our recent Palm Beach home furnishings acquisition of a
Pair of Vinateg French Provincial Fauteuil carved wood upholstered accent chairs...
Category
1980s Vintage French Provincial Seating
Materials
Wood, Cotton
$716 Sale Price / set
20% Off
17th Century French Provincial Louis XIV Walnut Armchair with Modern Upholstery
Located in Middleburg, VA
17th Century French Provincial Louis XIV Walnut armchair with Modern Upholstery
This beautiful 17th century French Provincial Louis XIV walnut armchair will fit perfectly into any m...
Category
17th Century French Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage French Country Provincial Walnut Fauteuil Armchairs, a Pair
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Offering one of our recent palm beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of a
Pair of vintage French country provincial walnut Fauteuil brass nail studded armchairs...
Category
Early 20th Century French Provincial Seating
Materials
Brass
$1,196 Sale Price / set
20% Off
One Geiger French Style Armchair
By John Geiger
Located in Pasadena, TX
Master cabinet maker, John Geiger`s Interiors International Limited .IIL. began as a 2,000-square-foot custom shop with four craftsmen in Toronto, Ontario. Primarily fabricating architecturally designed office furnishings, the company`s sales reached $50,000 .Canadian. in its first few years. IIL soon relocated to a 35,000-square-foot manufacturing facility and expanded to 35 craftsmen. While still producing custom wood furniture...
Category
1980s American Vintage French Provincial Seating
Materials
Wood
$595 / item
19th Century Country French Stripped Hall Bench ~ Pew
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century Country French Stripped Hall Bench ~ Pew was designed to be attractive from all angles! Hand-crafted from thick planks and beams of solid old-growth white oak, it featu...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Oak
Late 19th Century Carved Walnut Armchair
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Elegant and comfortable carved walnut armchair is a provincial style the recent silk upholstery is a high quality woven fabric in an all-over floral pattern. The quality of the carvi...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Silk, Walnut
19th Century French Hand Painted Six Dining Chairs in Provincial Style
Located in Sofia, BG
Six dining chairs from 19th century. Painted in light grey with coral accents, rush seats with nice cotton seating cushions covered with small colorful flowers.
All in perfect condi...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Rush, Wood
$382 Sale Price / item
30% Off
Primitive Oak Plank Wood Bench
Located in Hudson, NY
A primitive plank wood bench made of solid oak. The wood has a fabulous silver grey patina and is richly grained. A great textural piece!
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Seating
Materials
Oak
Pair Italian Provincial Style Carved Walnut and Upholstered Side Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of Italian Made Provincial Style Carved Walnut and Chenille blue Upholstered Side Chairs
Dimensions: 19" in width, 19" in depth and 44 inches in height. Seat height is 19".
Category
Late 20th Century Italian French Provincial Seating
Materials
Walnut
French Armchair in Wide Stripe Blue Linen
Located in Faversham, GB
A 19th century French Napoleon III square back armchair with a tall back and a wide generous seat.
The walnut frame is raised on turned front legs with brass castors and straight le...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Linen, Walnut
French Provincial Upholstered Side Chair
Located in North Palm Beach, FL
Elegant and timeless, this French Provincial-style side chair draws inspiration from the designs of Louis XV and Queen Anne. Showcasing a sculpted top rail, carved apron, and classi...
Category
Early 2000s American French Provincial Seating
Materials
Textile, Wood
Vintage French Cast Iron Chair
Located in High Point, NC
A cast iron chair from France, produced circa 1960. A richly decorated garden chair with white and green patination. This cast metal seat stands out fo...
Category
1960s French Vintage French Provincial Seating
Materials
Metal
French Provincial Armchair Lounge Chair
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
French Provincial Ar...
Category
1980s Vintage French Provincial Seating
Materials
Cotton
$556 Sale Price
20% Off
Rustic Wabi-Sabi Style Side Chair Constructed of Curved Dark Hardwood, 1900s
Located in amstelveen, NL
Early 20th-Century French Rustic Side Chair constructed of curved dark hardwood. Simple design and construction. A unique chair that is perfect for any space that is looking for a Wa...
Category
1920s European Vintage French Provincial Seating
Materials
Hardwood
Romweber French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Dining Chairs, Set of Eight
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of eight French Provincial Louis XV style dining chairs
By Romweber
USA, Circa 1920s
Solid carved walnut frames, with upholstered seats.
Measures: 21.75"W x 23.5"D...
Category
1920s American Vintage French Provincial Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage French Hooded Chair with Caning and Scalamandre Fabric, 1960s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage double caned French Hooded or Porters chair with newly upholstered Scalamandre Toile Fabric.
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Seating
Materials
Fabric, Cane
Pair of oak monastic community benches, France, early 20th century
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Pair of farm/monastic community benches.
Rustic / French provincial style.
France, early 20th century.
Good condition.
Dimensions:
height 46 cm
widt...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Seating
Materials
Wood, Oak
$2,850 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair Antique French Os de Mouton Armchairs with Slip Covers
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair antique French Os de Mouton armchairs with slip covers will make a great addition to your decor! The upholstery has been kept in pris...
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Seating
Materials
Sycamore
19th Century Provencale Bench
Located in London, Park Royal
19th century French provencale bench. Charming rustic piece with original paintwork in French grey, age distressed.
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Pair of French Ivory Wood Painted Antique Chairs
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A lovely pair of vintage French wood painted chairs with ivory upholstered seat and back. This super chic pair has a delicate presence and is an adorable addition to either side of a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown French Provincial Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$3,360 / set
Super Set Eight French Dining Chairs
Located in Swadlincote, GB
A very nice set of eight French oak dining chairs. With excellent quality rush seats, rare to find matching carvers overall lovely condition.
36" high
17" wide
18" seat height
Carv...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Oak
$2,049 / set
Fine Country French Louis XV Style Carved Walnut and Needlepoint Armchair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine Country French 19th-20th century Louis XV style carved walnut Fauteuil à la Reine armchair. The finely carved wood frame with open scrolled armrests and cabriolet legs, uphols...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Tapestry, Walnut
$3,880 Sale Price
20% Off
Bench, Pair 18th Century, French, Vernacular, Provincial, Elm, Trestle
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
Single plank tops, lovely shaped ends on trestle feet. Exceptional original color and patina.
Category
1780s European Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Elm
Pair French Bergere Side chairs
Located in Swadlincote, GB
A very nice pair of French painted bergere side chairs,, pink check seats, in very good overall condition..
39" high
19" wide
17" depth
20" seat height
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Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Seating
Materials
Cane, Beech
Set of 4 French Provincial Wood
Seagrass Chairs, 1960s Mid-Century Modern
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Set of 4 French Provincial wood & seagrass chairs, 1960s.
Category
1960s Vintage French Provincial Seating
Materials
Seagrass, Wood
Luxurious Painted Carved Wood French Upholstered Bergeres Chairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Beautifully made heavy sculpted carved wood French bergeres having antiqued off white painted finish upholstered in a soft light blue plaid with coordinating silk back. The workmans...
Category
1950s French Vintage French Provincial Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Characterful Set of 6 Classic Wood
Rush Ladderback Dining Chairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Beautiful set of 6 French wood ladder back dining chairs with sturdy frames and natural rush seats. The backs have 5 slats.
Note: There’s an extra single chair also available to m...
Category
1940s French Vintage French Provincial Seating
Materials
Rush, Wood
Stunning Pair of French Black Leather Club Armchairs
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A stunning pair of 20th century French quality leather and ebonised wooden upholstered black leather club armchairs. Retaining the original leather ...
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Seating
Materials
Leather
$3,290 Sale Price
50% Off
1950s Belgian Bleached Oak Chairs with Upholstered Seats and Backs, Set of Six
Located in High Point, NC
Indulge in the timeless allure of a set of six 1950s Belgian Bleached Oak Chairs, where mid-century design meets regal elegance. These chairs boast an air of sophistication with whit...
Category
20th Century Belgian French Provincial Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
French Button Back Red Stripe Armchair
Located in Faversham, GB
A French button-back armchair with a generous seat and a high back.
Ebony turned front legs and splayed back legs and all raised on original castors.
The armchair has been fully r...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Calico, Twill, Upholstery, Beech
$1,809 Sale Price
20% Off
Two French Hand-Painted Side Chairs Rush Seats Country Style, 19th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
A pair of two French Provincial side beech chairs made in the 19th century.
The rush seats and backs are in good antique condition.
On the backs, birds are painted with in medallion ...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Rush, Beech
$1,187 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of French Provincial Armchairs with Tapestry Upholstery, 18th Century
Located in El Monte, CA
These handsome armchairs are an excellent example of the understated elegance of French provincial style. Delicate hand-carved ornamentation is featured at the top of the seat back c...
Category
18th Century French Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Country French Provincial Style Wooden Dining Chairs, Set of 5
Located in Miami, FL
French Provincial Style Dining Chairs,
Set of 5 Country French Wooden Dining Chairs.
Elevate your dining space with this classic set of five dining chairs. These classic French di...
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Seating
Materials
Wood, Pine
Pair of 19th century Faux Bamboo Parlor Chairs by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Munich, DE
19th Century bentwood parlor chairs by Thonet. Beautiful gold patina & faded fabric. Both chairs show heavy signs of their age, flaking gold patina, washed out seat fabric & yet the ...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Fabric, Faux Bamboo
$1,187 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Unique Italian Savonarola Carved Antique Side Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of unique carved wood Savonarola side chairs for a entry way, dining table, slipper chairs.
Very sturdy.
Ornate Italian carving at the top.
Category
19th Century Italian Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Wood
$2,100 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Mid-Century French Provincial Style Hand Painted Blue / White / Pink Caned Chair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a lovely French hand painted carved fruitwood chair that has been hand painted in a lovely blue, white and pink diamond. The cushion is vintage and shows lite wear. It is unm...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Provincial Seating
Materials
Cane, Fruitwood
Pair of Foot Stools in Walnut and Leather Seat with Tacks
Located in Miami, FL
The structure forms a rectangular form with both sides of the base intersecting and supporting each other. The seats are natural cowhide and attached to the frame by large round bron...
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Seating
Materials
Bronze
French Provincial Cane Dining Chairs by Century Furniture, Set of 6
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
Set of (6) French Provincial Cane Back Dining Chairs by CENTURY...
Category
1970s Vintage French Provincial Seating
Materials
Cane, Wood
$1,996 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Karges French Provincial Louis XV Cream Lacquered and Gold Gilt Dining Chairs
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Provincial Louis XV style dining chairs
By Karges Furniture
USA, Circa 1960s
Beautiful carved cream lacquered walnut frames, with gold gilt details, and ...
Category
1960s American Vintage French Provincial Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut, Giltwood, Lacquer
Vintage Boho Carved Canape Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This elegant vintage French Provincial canape exudes timeless European charm and sophisticated craftsmanship. Featuring a masterfully carved wooden frame with a delicate floral crest...
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Seating
Materials
Brass
Italian Provincial French Hollywood Regency Upholstered Dining Arm Chairs - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Italian Provincial French Hollywood Regency Upholstered Dining Arm Chairs - a Pair. Item features solid wood construction, upholstered back and seats, distressed finish, cabr...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown French Provincial Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Karges French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Dining Chairs, Set of Six
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding set of six French Rococo or French Provincial Louis XV style dining chairs
By Karges Furniture
USA, Circa 1980s
Gorgeous gold gilt and carved solid walnut frames, w...
Category
1980s American Vintage French Provincial Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut, Giltwood
Carved Cherry Frame Stripe Upholstery Lounge Chair w/ Matching Ottoman MINT
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Carved Cherry Frame Stripe Upholstery Lounge Chair w/ Matching Ottoman MINT
Category
20th Century American French Provincial Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Cherry
Provencal armchair with straw seat, early 20th century
Located in PARIS, FR
Elegant provencal armchair with straw seat, early 20th century
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Seating
Materials
Straw, Oak
1940
s French Mediterranean Design Low Rope Stool by Audoux Minet
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage RARE French Mediterranean Design Low Stool Rope Stool or Side Table by Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet. Made in France, 1940's / 50's period. Round woven abaca rope small stool o...
Category
1940s French Vintage French Provincial Seating
Materials
Straw
Romweber French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Side Chairs or Dining Chairs
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Provincial Louis XV style side chairs or dining chairs
By Romweber
USA, Circa 1920s
Solid carved walnut frames, with upholstered seats.
Measures: 21.75"...
Category
1920s American Vintage French Provincial Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Funky Upholstery Painted
Carved Frame French Ballon Back Arm Lounge Chair MINT
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Funky Upholstery Painted & Carved Frame French Ballon Back Arm Lounge Chair MINT
Category
20th Century American French Provincial Seating
Materials
Upholstery
French Cherry Hall Bench
Located in Swadlincote, GB
A super French cherrywood monks bench or hall bench, solid panels with lift and slide lid, excellent colour and lovely condition.
32" high
43.5" wide
20" overall depth
19.5" seat he...
Category
19th Century English Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Cherry
$1,507
French Antique round stool in oak with nice patina, ca. 1850
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1850 / stool / oak / Rustic / Antique
Antique dark colored round low stool with 4 legs in solid oak. Crafted in the mid 19th century in France.
This stool boasts a natural...
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Oak
Set of 8 French Provincial Oak Cane Back Dining Chairs
By Drexel
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a nice set of French provincial dining chairs by Drexel Heritage. The 4 side chairs have cane backs and the two armchairs are fully upholstered in a rich mauve fabric.
The ba...
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Seating
Materials
Oak
Mid Century Provincial Carved Walnut and Cranberry Stripe Upholstered Bench
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid Century Provincial Carved Walnut and Cranberry Stripe Upholstered Bench. Recently reupholstered. Great vintage condition
Measures 37.25" in width, 16.25" in depth and 19" in h...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown French Provincial Seating
Materials
Hardwood, Upholstery, Walnut
A Pair of 6ft Long Antique French Oak Benches – Circa 1920s
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
A superb pair of 2m (6ft 7in) long Antique French Oak Benches, circa 1920, exemplifying exceptional craftsmanship and timeless design. This matching pair is made from solid oak, show...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Seating
Materials
Oak
Karges French Provincial Louis XV Cream Lacquered and Gold Gilt Dining Chairs
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Provincial Louis XV style armchairs or dining captain chairs
By Karges Furniture
USA, Circa 1960s
Beautiful carved cream lacquered walnut frames, with go...
Category
1960s American Vintage French Provincial Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut, Giltwood, Lacquer
Pair French Provincial Green Painted And Upholstered Low Fauteuils / Bergeres
Located in Germantown, MD
A Pair French Provincial Green Painted And Upholstered Low Fauteuils / Bergeres chairs. Measure 28" in width, 24"in depth and stands 31" tall. S...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown French Provincial Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
Hand Carved Oak Rustic Alpine Chair, France 1920
s
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Hand Carved Oak Rustic Alpine Chair. Made in France, early 20th Century, 1920's period. Solid heavy oak slabs carved chair or side chair. This comes in very good original con...
Category
1920s French Vintage French Provincial Seating
Materials
Oak
French Provincial seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique French Provincial seating 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 seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used French Provincial seating 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 seating, popular names associated with this style include Baker Furniture Company, Century Furniture, Henredon, and Charles Dudouyt. 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 seating differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $162 and tops out at $67,000 while the average work can sell for $1,995.