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
French Provincial Style Daybed with Custom Natural Finishes
By Creart
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Luxury comfort with soft, airy and refined elegance. This chaise longue showcases rustic elegance at its finest. The high-quality handmade work gives comfort and elegance to your per...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish French Provincial Seating
Materials
Fabric, Jute, Wood, Trimming
Henredon French Country Oak Dining Side Chair With Caned Seat
Spindle Back
By Henredon
Located in West Chester, PA
Henredon French Country Oak Dining Side Chair With Caned Seat & Spindle Back. These are model 9300 28 and signed on underside.
We have five side chairs available at time of listing a...
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Seating
Materials
Wood, Oak
French Riviera Stool in Blue Patina, Wood and Rope
Located in Barcelona, ES
Coastal Wooden stool with rope seat and blue patina finish. France, 1940s-1950s.
This rustic stool has a wooden structure with turned legs and an aged patina in soft blue. The seat ...
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Seating
Materials
Rope, Wood
$1,591 Sale Price
20% Off
French Provincial Paris Loveseat in the Style of 1930
s, Handmade By Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
French Provincial Paris Loveseat, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Paris loveseat adds a sophisticated and elegant touch to any living area. Up...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese French Provincial Seating
Materials
Gold Leaf
Set of 8 Painted French Provincial Rococo Style Rush Seated Chairs
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Set of 8 Painted French Provincial Rococo Style Rush Seated Chairs
Used, Good condition, View all photos for the most accurate details on condition and appearance.
Dimensions: 39 I...
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Seating
Materials
Wood
Pair of Carved French Style Mohair Fabric Carved Open Arm Lounge Chairs MINT!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Carved French Style Mohair Fabric Carved Open Arm Lounge Chairs MINT!
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Seating
Materials
Mohair, Cherry
A Superb Pair of French 19th Century Gilt Salon Chairs
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Superb Pair of French 19th Century Gilt Salon Chairs
These Elegant Chairs have been re finished and upholstered in pale blue Silk Damask, they have a serpentine shaped front and c...
Category
19th Century Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Silk
Mid 20th Century Provincial Style Fruitwood and Upholstered Footstool
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid 20th Century Provincial Style Fruitwood and Upholstered Footstool
Measures 16.5" in width and 9" in height and 12.5" in depth.
Category
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Fruitwood
Large and Massive Wood Slatted Bench from the 1960s, Scandinavian
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Large and Massive Wood Slatted Bench from the 1960s, Scandinavian
A wonderful Scandinavian teak slatted bench from the 1960s.
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage French Provincial Seating
Materials
Metal
Set Of Eight French Provincial Style Black Caned Dining Chairs
Located in Southampton, NY
Set Of Eight French Provincial Style Black Caned Dining Chairs
Two armchairs, 6 side chairs are well crafted from solid wood, likely walnut or fruitwood, with a warm, reddish-brown f...
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Seating
Materials
Faux Leather, Cane, Wood
Country French Pickled Pine Double Caned Armchair
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Country French Pickled Pine Double Caned Armchair by Furniture Classic Norfolk VA. Nice double caning. Perfect for a bedroom or extra seating.
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Seating
Materials
Cane, Pine
Late 19th Century French Armchair
Located in Cirencester, GB
One now available. This late 19th Century open armchair is made from walnut and the frame is in excellent sturdy condition. A beautiful addition to any room.
Unusual to find these w...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Walnut
French Upholstered Bench, Cream Linen, Circa 1900
Located in London, GB
We always look out for these hall benches, place it in a hall or boot room - or at the end of a bed. Decorative and practical.
This one is particularly lovely - good carving and we...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Linen, Upholstery, Wood, Paint
Antique High Back Parlor Chair, France
Located in Antwerp, BE
French antique throne high back parlor chair with original floral upholstery and tacks. Carved wooden frame with scrolling floral motif dated 18...
Category
1870s French Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$1,235 Sale Price
20% Off
Three Early 20th Century French Walnut Carved Side Chairs, circa 1900
Located in San Francisco, CA
Three early 20th century French walnut carved side chairs, circa 1900
Classic French walnut side chairs. Each chair is carved from solid waln...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Seating
Materials
Walnut
French Tripod Pine Wood Stool, 1960s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Very good condition.
Category
1960s French Vintage French Provincial Seating
Materials
Pine
Mid-Century French Carved Giltwood and Painted Ottoman In Pink Silk
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a lovely ottoman! It is a French carved giltwood and painted ottoman in vintage pink Napoleonic bee fabric. It is a versatile size and show some age...
Category
1940s French Vintage French Provincial Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Giltwood
Pair of Wide Carved French Provincial Style Lounge Living Room Fireside Chairs
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of carved patterned multi-color velvet like upholstery lounge armchairs extra wide seats.
Category
20th Century American French Provincial Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
19th c Louis XV Style Foliate Upholstered Fruitwood Armchairs
Located in Milford, NH
A fine pair of Louis XV style upholstered carved fruitwood armchairs with arched crests, scroll carved arms, a leaf carved center decoration along the front skirt, all supported by f...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Fruitwood
1950s Painted Green and Carved Silver Gilt Venetian Bench
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a 1950s painted green and silver gilt Venetian bench. It is a wonderful transitional piece that can work from the foot of the bed to a hall or a formal living room...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Poplar
Drexel Heritage French Os de Mouton Armchairs
By Drexel
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
Pair of Drexel Heritage Upholstery...
Category
1980s Vintage French Provincial Seating
Materials
Cotton, Wood
$1,116 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair 19th C. Provincial Beechwood and Fruitwood
Rush Seat High-Back Armchairs
Located in Germantown, MD
A Pair of 19th Century Fench Provincial Beechwood and Fruitwood with Rush Seat High-Back ladder-spindle Armchairs. Lose, thick light blue cushions. Width 24", 43" in height, seat hei...
Category
19th Century American Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Textile, Rush, Fruitwood
Louis XV Style Caned Slipper Chairs
Located in Southampton, NJ
A pair of early 20th C. French Country slipper chairs with beautifully maintained cane seats & backs. The pair is enhanced with custom cushions upholstered in the mid 1970's in Jack...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Seating
Materials
Velvet, Cane, Walnut
$2,300 / set
French Provincial Walnut Armchair
Located in Queens, NY
French Provincial (18th Century) walnut open arm chair with needlepoint upholstery and turned legs and stretcher.
Vintage condition. Shows wear and tear
Category
18th Century French Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Tapestry, Walnut
French Club Chairs in Red Velvet Upholstery
Located in Miami, FL
These classically sculpted armchairs feature seatings that are designed as a shell, which embraces the sitter wonderfully. The curvaceous lines of the frame are further emphasized by...
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Seating
Materials
Velvet, Wood
$5,110 / set
1960s Italian Bamboo and Rattan Bohemian French Riviera Children Mini Hoop Chair
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Mini Hoop Children armchair in bamboo. This charming chair is a sweet choice for beach house playrooms and bunk rooms, where the younger se...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Seating
Materials
Bamboo
Vintage French Style Pine Bench Settee With Rope Rattan Has Cushion
Located in Saddle River, NJ
Vintage French Style Pine Bench Settee Rattan Cushion 3-Seater Farmhouse Brown
French-style pine bench settee with rope rattan is a beautiful piece that embodies the charm of French...
Category
1980s American Vintage French Provincial Seating
Materials
Rattan
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Stool from the French Alps, -- 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Old heavy wooden stool from the French Alps.
Shod with a corrugated metal ring and therefore 100% stable and comfortable.
We were lucky enough to find three of them and offer th...
Category
1950s French Vintage French Provincial Seating
Materials
Metal
French Country Dining Chairs
Located in Westwood, NJ
Classic style and modern functionality. These dining chairs feature a solid wood frame finished in a warm straw wash, providing durability and a sophisticated look. The high back and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian French Provincial Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$2,130 / set
Pair of French Provincial Decorative Floral Pattern Carved Arm Chairs MINT
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of French Provincial Decorative Floral Pattern Carved Arm Chairs MINT
Category
20th Century American French Provincial Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Mid-Century Modern oak work stool from the French province, 1960s.
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Great patina and a dynamic shape, a feast for the eyes.
Typical Mid Century Modern work stool from the French province.
Due to the leg slanted to the back, the armchair reaches a d...
Category
1960s French Vintage French Provincial Seating
Materials
Oak
Pair Of Auffray Red Faux Leather Fauteuils
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Pair of fine quality fauteuils upholstered in faux red leather with brass tacks, leather manchettes and contrasting taffeta plaid fabric on verso. The distressed paint decorated fram...
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Seating
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
$1,550 / set
Set of 4 French Bistro Chairs with New Leather Seats
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Set of 4 French Bistro Chairs with Leather Seats
This is a Good sturdy set of Bentwood Style Chairs, traditionally this type of chair was used in European Bistros, we have here set...
Category
1980s Vintage French Provincial Seating
Materials
Bentwood
Fauteuil a la Reine avec Oreilles Painted Wingback Chair by Ira Yeager
By Ira Yeager
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Whimsical country French provincial Fauteuil a La Reine a Oreilles or queen's wingback armchair with ears by artist Ira Yeager (American 1938-2022)....
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Seating
Materials
Brass
French Child White Wood Chair, 19th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
French child's chair, 19th century
White wood
Good condition
Shipping:
L 45/ P 35/H 50 cm 5 kg.
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Wood
$465 Sale Price
33% Off
Rare Antique French Provincial Carved Oak Bobbin Rush Corner Chair, France 1910s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a French Bobbin Rush Corner chair made in the beginning of 20th century.
This French Provincial-style carved oak armchair features open backs and rus...
Category
1910s French Vintage French Provincial Seating
Materials
Rush, Oak
20th Century Bench in Turner
s Chairs Style French Provincial Baluster Bench
Located in Labrit, Landes
French provincial hall baluster bench, late 18th century
In the turner's chairs style,
Open arms with inset turnings, carved beech
Attractive settle...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Beech
$1,515 Sale Price
28% Off
Antique French Reclining Armchair With Iron Adjusting Hardware
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Antique French reclining armchair pair upholstered in thick heavy woven linen-like fabric in taupe with black stripes. The armchair has a selection of 8 manual reclining positions us...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Iron
19th Century Empire Style Gilt X Frame Stool
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
19th Century Empire Style Gilt X Frame Stool
A superb antique Neo-Classical X Frame stool in the Empire style, the stool has relatively new upholstery and the show wood is carved an...
Category
19th Century Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Giltwood
Set of Four Dining Chairs in Oak and Rush, France, 1950s
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
With gently bowed legs and high backs etched in quiet curvature, this set of four chairs evokes the poise of pastoral architecture—each one a humble monument to vernacular grace. The...
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Seating
Materials
Rush, Oak
Vintage Regency Tomlinson Roll Back Tufted Sofa
By Tomlinson
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Indulge in the opulent elegance of this vintage Hollywood Regency sofa by Tomlinson, a true testament to luxurious design and superior craftsmanship. This magnificent piece features a gracefully rolled back and arms, adorned with exquisite deep button tufting that creates a rich texture and inviting silhouette. The sofa's sophisticated lines and generous proportions evoke the glamour of a bygone era, promising to be the focal point of any refined living space. Upholstered in a plush fabric with delicate piping details and a tailored skirt, this sofa perfectly blends comfort with an undeniable sense of grandeur, making it an ideal choice for those who appreciate timeless style and exceptional quality.
With an impressive width of 103", a seat depth of 24", and an overall height of 42.5", this sofa offers ample seating for lavish entertaining or serene relaxation. The comfortable seat height of 21" ensures an inviting experience. This piece is presented in great vintage condition, displaying minor wear consistent with its age and history, which contributes to its authentic charm and rich patina. Acquire this stately Tomlinson sofa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American French Provincial Seating
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Pair of French Provincial gilded Wood Corner Chairs, circa 1900
Located in Miami, FL
A charming pair of French Provincial gilded wood corner chairs. Beautifully carved walnut frames and new upholtered seats, sturdy and strong and in good antique condition. Stylish, eye-catching chairs would make a fabulous addition to any eclectic interior.
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Walnut
Mocha Upholstered Antique Rococo Bergere Armchair
Located in Bradenton, FL
A hand carved Rococo bergere armchair circa 1890. The solid frame is elegantly carved with serpentine curves, detailed with c-scrolls, acanthus leaves and rosettes throughout. The hi...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair French Dressing Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair French dressing chairs. Pair vintage French provincial chairs with shaped top rail, ladder back and low rush seat for putting on y...
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Seating
Materials
Wood
$2,850 / set
Antique Bobbin Highback Chair done in Oak with the Rush seats, France 1900s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a gorgeous antique Bobbin chair They feature very sculptural form which will be a striking addition any interior. ...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Rush, Oak
Vintage Bench Iron Lyre Pineapples
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Category
Mid-20th Century French Provincial Seating
Materials
Iron
$1,516 Sale Price
20% Off
French Oak Stool with Carved Crown Motif and Twisted Stretchers, 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
This richly detailed 19th-century French stool is carved from bleached oak and features an ornate apron centered with a regal crown motif framed by symmetrical scrollwork. The stool’...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Fabric, Linen, Upholstery, Oak
Late 19th Century European Arm Chair
Located in Chappaqua, NY
Late 19th century European Arm Chair. Tall back upholstered chair with lovely silk fabric in like-new condition. Finely carved front apron...
Category
Late 19th Century European Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Elegant Pair of Faux Painted French Provincial Carved Wood Armchairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Substantial and heavy, beautifully carved and faux painted pair of Louis XVI style French Provincial armchairs having a cream antiqued color wood and charming light blue and gold che...
Category
1990s American French Provincial Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$1,320 Sale Price / set
65% Off
Brutalist French solid oak tripod stool with metal rim, 1850s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1850 / stool / oak, metal / Rustic / Antique / French Provence
Mid 19th century rustic French stool, handcrafted in full oak. With three sturdy legs screwed directly into ...
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Metal
Pair of French Faux Bamboo Chairs
Located in Winter Park, FL
A pair of French Mid Century faux bamboo parlor chairs made of cherry wood with woven cane seats. Good quality sturdy chairs. Light wear with minor scuffs and scratches. Circa 1950s....
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Seating
Materials
Cane, Cherry
$550 / set
Vintage Spun Fiberglass Chair with Alpaca Seat Cover
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage spun fiberglass chair with Alpaca seat cover. Great for indoor or outdoor use. Lightweight but robust, sturdy design.
Category
1960s American Vintage French Provincial Seating
Materials
Alpaca, Fiberglass
Pair of folk art chairs, France, mid-20th century
Located in Lyon, FR
Lovely pair of straw and carved oak chairs, French folk art from the mid-20th century.
Very elegant proportions with a slender backrest and thick seats. Adult seat height.
In very g...
Category
1940s French Vintage French Provincial Seating
Materials
Straw, Oak
Set of Four French Provincial Saddle Leather Dining Chairs in Pine, France, 1950
Located in Almelo, NL
Set of Four French Provincial Saddle Leather Dining Chairs in Pine, France, 1950s
This charming set of four French Provincial dining chairs, made in France during the 1950s, beautif...
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Seating
Materials
Leather, Pine
Vintage Boho Hand Painted Pastoral Ladder Back Chairs - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Infuse your home with the romantic charm of the Italian countryside with this exquisite pair of vintage hand-painted ladder back armchairs. Crafted in the Venetian Baroque style, the...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique French Provincial Seating
Materials
Rush, Wood
Glamorous Plush Upholstered Animal Print Chenille French Bench
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Plush vintage chenille animal print classic French style bench having lovely splayed legs and tufted curved sides.
Category
1940s French Vintage French Provincial Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$2,080 Sale Price
20% Off
Hand-carved Italian Berege Chairs in Natural Linen
Located in Malibu, CA
Stunning hand-carved Bergère chairs made in Italy from seasoned European hardwood.
Hand painted finish over the hand carved hardwood frames. The comfortable seat gently cradles your ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Seating
Materials
Beech, Linen
$3,356 Sale Price / item
61% Off
Quality Carved Tapestry Upholstery Arm Fireside Chairs MINT
By Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Quality Carved Tapestry Upholstery Arm Fireside Chairs MINT
Category
20th Century Unknown French Provincial Seating
Materials
Tapestry, Upholstery
Custom Designer French Provincial Louis XV Floral Apricot Settee Chair
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Category
1980s Vintage French Provincial Seating
Materials
Cotton, Wood
$716 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Drexel Heritage French Provincial Louis XV Style Armchairs - Pair
By Drexel
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Drexel Heritage French Provincial Louis XV Style Armchairs - Pair
Pair of Drexel Heritage French Louis XV style armchairs. I...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown French Provincial Seating
Materials
Walnut
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.