French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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
19th Century French Pair of Antique Provencal Pine Provincial Commodes, Chests
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique French pair of Provencal chests of drawers or commodes made of hand crafted Pinewood with bowed fronts and an ecru color aged pat...
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Early 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Turn of the Century Bleached Oak Drawer Chest
Located in High Point, NC
An oak chest of drawers from turn of the century France. Elaborate columns create a Neo Renaissance aesthetic, their intricate contours framing the right-angled paneling of the drawe...
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Early 1900s French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
$2,157 Sale Price
40% Off
French Provincial style 6-drawer handcrafted Chiffonier in solid cherry wood
Located in Landivy, FR
This Chiffonier belongs to our TRADITION collection, which takes its design and inspiration from the French countryside "provincial" style, also called "Campagne chic" and finished ...
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2010s French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
1960s Italian Bamboo
Rattan Bohemian French Riviera Commode Four Drawers Chest
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern chest of drawers, commode in bamboo and rattan with 4 drawers. The organic beauty of the woven materials is timeless and Classic, making ba...
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Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Fine Quality Auffray Attributed Country French Commode with Italian Paper Lining
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This fine quality Country French commode, attributed to the renowned furniture maker Auffray, exemplifies the elegance and craftsmanship associated with high-end French Provincial de...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$3,196 Sale Price
20% Off
Hand-Painted Chest of Drawers with Heart Motif, 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Hand-painted three-drawer commode with a dark gray base and cream-white decoration featuring hearts and ribbons, inspired by historical designs. The corners are slightly chamfered, a...
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19th Century German Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Softwood
French Mini Desk/Lady
s Desk, Circa 1900
Located in Miami, FL
Curious ladies desk, France. Folding writing surface made of solid pine. With various drawers and compartments for sufficient storage space.
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Vintage Baker Burled Wood Bombay Commode
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Vintage Baker Burled Wood Bombay Commode. Featuring a Bombay style design, three large drawers with original brass pulls, dove tailed drawer construction, and a...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Don Ruseau French Commode
By Don Ruseau
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A fine quality, vintage Don Ruseau commode with wonderful French provincial influence, featuring a warm-toned medium-light brown finish over a serpentine-front top with a pull-out ex...
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20th Century French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Painted Linen Wrapped Bombe Chest
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Unique Linen wrapped Bombe Chest. Two sided drawers. Period paintings on all sides and tip. Brass drawer pulls.
Curbside to NYC/Philly $350
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20th Century Unknown French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
18th Century French Walnut Chest of Drawers Circa 1770
Located in San Francisco, CA
An 18th century French Provincial two drawer solid walnut commode.
Hand crafted solid black walnut.
Slightly ox bowed shape drawers....
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Taupe Painted Commodes, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Provincial Louis XV style commodes, nightstands, or chests of drawers
By Baker Furniture
USA, Circa 1960s
Carved taupe painted oak, with original brass h...
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1960s American Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Handsome Cerused Cherry French Provincial Chest of Drawers
Located in Hopewell, NJ
This French cherry chest has been given a new, upbeat look thanks to a sanding process which cuts through all stain and laquer to arrive at the original cherry wood. After a laboriou...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry
$1,760 Sale Price
20% Off
Century Furniture Mid 20th-C. Italian Tuscan Walnut
Brass Chest of Drawers
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid 20th Century Century Furniture Italian Tuscan Walnut and Brass Chest of Drawers by Century Furniture.
Measures 36" in width, 19" in depth and 45.25" in height.
Matching wall ha...
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Giltwood, Paint
19th Century French Painted Commode Chest
Located in Bradenton, FL
Exquisite 19th century French Painted Chest Commode. Features black and gray marble top, four drawers with iron ring pulls, standing on bun feet....
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
6-drawer French Chiffonier in solid oak, charming white-cream finish
Located in Landivy, FR
This Chiffonier Semainier belongs to our TRADITION collection, which takes its design and inspiration from the French countryside "proviincial" style, also called "Campagne chic" an...
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2010s French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
18th C French Provincial Five Drawer Walnut Commode with Serpentine Front
Located in Milford, NH
A wonderful French Provincial walnut commode with serpentine front and conforming molded edge top, surmounting three fitted top drawers (one of which is hidden in the center), over t...
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Baker French Provincial Louis XV White Lacquered Nightstands, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of French Provincial Louis XV style bedside chests
By Baker Furniture
USA, late 20th century
White lacquered walnut, with original brass hardware.
Mea...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Hand-Painted Serpentine Gray and White Painted Commode Dresser
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Bring a touch of timeless elegance to your space with this Contemporary Hand-Painted Serpentine Gray and White Commode Dresser. Beautifully crafted and artfully finished, this exquis...
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1960s American Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
18th Century French Provincial Bombay Walnut Commode
Located in Bradenton, FL
18th Century, French provincial walnut 3-drawer bombay commode with cabriole legs and escargot feet, intricately hand carved apron and shaped top. Gorgeous patina. Carved and paneled...
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Mid-18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
$4,640 Sale Price
20% Off
Drexel French Provincial Chest, 2-Drawer Dresser, Solid Wood, c. 1960s USA
By Drexel
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
A charming French Provincial chest by Drexel, crafted in the mid-20th century from solid wood and showcasing ornate carved drawer fronts, cabriole legs, and original brass hardware. ...
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
19th Century French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Bombe Double Commode
Located in Miami, FL
A finely carved late 20th century walnut commode in the French provincial Louis XV style particular to Nimes. The commode of bombe form with carved canted corners flanking four long ...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$4,556 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair Antique Marble Top Finely Carved 3 Drawers Brass Pulls Bachelor Chests MINT
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Antique French marble top finely carved 3 drawers brass pulls bachelor chests dressers cabinets MINT.
High quality hand made dovetail joints.
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20th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
French Bleached Oak Parquet Nightstand or End Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant French bleached oak parquet nightstand or end table, France, circa 1950s. It is a versatile size and can be used as a nightstand, or as an end or side table.
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
18th Century French Carved Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Savannah, GA
This is a carved walnut chest of drawers / dresser made in France, circa 1780. The top of the chest has a nicely molded edge and, as wit...
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1780s French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Boiserie Cabinet Doors
Located in Sheffield, MA
Great pair of Louis XV provincial style doors perfect for a rectangular a base, a custom vanity or built-in cabinet. A great example of carpentry with ca...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Walter E Smith French Provincial Style Three Drawer Commode or Chest
Located in Plainview, NY
A French provincial style commode or chest having three large drawers. The quality commode is made by Walter E Smith and is marked inside the first draw...
Category
Late 20th Century French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Mahogany
$1,200 Sale Price
50% Off
Shabby Chic Gold Decorated Off White Painted French Provincial Dresser
Located in Rockaway, NJ
French provincial gold and off white painted 4 drawers dresser.
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20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood
Cal Mode French Provincial Commode Chest of Drawers
By Cal Mode
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Fabulous French Provincial commode or chest of drawers by Cal Mode. Great lines with Draper style carvings. Unique textured finish is just beyond. 2 deep drawers for ample storage.
C...
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20th Century North American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
18th Century French Provincial Oak Commode
Located in Cypress, CA
18th century French Provincial oak commode.
Rectangular moulded top over three carved long drawers mounted with bronze handles of a rocaille motif, on tapered turned feet.
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Luxurious Nancy Corzine Solid Mahogany French Style Chest of Drawers Commode
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A superbly made solid mahogany commode in the French style having 4 roomy drawers, antiqued brass hardware, elegant carved wood decoration including scalloped swag at the bottom and ...
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1990s American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
French Provincial Wood and Brass Carved 3-Drawer Chest
Located in Queens, NY
French Provincial (18th Century) dark stained oak chest with three drawers, each having carved wreath and border carved embellishments, two circular brass ring drawer pulls centering...
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Whitewash Chest on Chest Solid Walnut
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Solid walnut chest on chest with a whitewashed and distressed finish. Three smaller drawers above three larger drawers. The chest with a scalloped front, solid side panels and a larg...
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Early 20th Century North American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
French Country Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
Expertly crafted with a warm straw wash finish, this chest exudes timeless charm and sophistication.
With three spacious drawers, it provides ample storage for your essentials, whil...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$3,585 / item
Super Pair French Marquetry Bedside Chests of Drawers
Located in Swadlincote, GB
A pair of French tulipwood bedside cabinets, having shaped gallery to the inlaid top above 3 flower inlaid drawers fitted with original brass knobs and string inlaid sides, all stand...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Tulipwood
Pair of John Widdicomb French Provincial Bachelors Chests
Located in Dallas, TX
A gorgeous pair of French Provincial three-drawer Bachelors chests or dressers by John Widdicomb. Sturdy and in good structural condition; Cosmetic imperfections (pictured) include c...
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Mid-20th Century North American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
19th Century French Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
19th Century French commode with old handles in later paint.
Circa 1860.
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1850s Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Vintage John Richard French Style Leather Bachelor Chest
By John Richard
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Vintage John Richard French Style Leather Bachelor Chest. Featuring a French design, three drawers for storage, brass pulls, and a leather finish. This is an ex...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mid-18th Century French Provincial Louis XV Commode in Walnut
Located in Essex, MA
Mid-18th century walnut French Provincial commode of the Louis XV period. Three drawers. Mortise and tenon construction. Edible finish and mellow patina. Quite nice.
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Mid-18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Solid Cherry Country French Brass Pulls 7 Drawers High Chest Dresser MINT!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Solid Cherry Country French Brass Pulls 7 Drawers High Chest Dresser MINT!
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20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry
Antique Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers represents a nice departure from dark-stained woods, having been finished with a natural look that has achieved a lovely patina over...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pine French Faux Bamboo Miniature Chest of Drawers with Marble Top, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Wonderful and rare miniature chest of drawers.
Striking French design from the 1920s.
Pine faux bamboo with original marble top.
In very good condition with minor wear consistent ...
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1920s French Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
$378 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century French Oak Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
19th Century French Provincial oak commode.
With a serpentine front and retaining it's original handles.
Category
19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
20th Century French Two Drawer Walnut Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Early 20th Century French walnut inverted breakfront commode.
With two locking drawers.
Circa 1920.
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
French Provincial or Country French Maple Six-Drawer Dresser
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial or Country French style six-drawer dresser or credenza
USA, 1993
Carved solid maple, with original brass hardware.
Measures: 52"W x 18"D x 32.25"H.
G...
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1990s American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
18th Century French Commode
Located in Houston, TX
The 18th century French commode is a stunning example of furniture from that era. It features three drawers, providing ample storage space for your belongings. The original hardware,...
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Paint
19th century French 4 drawer painted chest
Located in Atlanta, GA
Imported from France, this beautiful 19th century painted four drawer chest is the perfect compliment to any style home. The painted grey top and the off white drawers with crackle s...
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Early 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Rattan chest of drawers by Dal Vera
Located in Nivelles, BE
Rattan chest of drawers by Dal Vera with 4 drawers and brass handles.
Produced in Italy in the 70s, it's back in fashion now.
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Late 20th Century European French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Pair of Painted Green French Provincial Chests
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A pair of painted green, French Provincial style chests of drawers.
Category
20th Century French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Paint
$4,320 / set
18th Century French Provincial Fruitwood 2-Drawer Commode
Located in Richmond, VA
Beautiful 18th century French Provincial fruitwood 2-drawer commode with shaped top, scrolled feet, and carved apron featuring branches, "C" scrolls and "S" scrolls.
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Fruitwood
Black French Mid-Century 4-Drawer Case Piece
Located in Hawthorne, CA
This striking Black French Mid-Century 4-Drawer Case Piece effortlessly combines the sleek elegance of French design with the timeless appeal of mid-century modernism. Crafted with p...
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20th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood
1850s French Bleached Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
Indulge in the timeless allure of this 1850s French Bleached Oak Chest of Drawers, a masterpiece of elegance with exquisite ornate details....
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Mid-19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$3,496 Sale Price
30% Off
Drexel Heritage French Provincial Louis XV Carved Fruitwood Chest of Drawers
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style dresser or chest of drawers
By Drexel Heritage
USA, Late 20th Century
Measures: 43"W x 19.75"D x 34.13"H.
Carved fruitwood, with origi...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Rare 19th Century French Fabric Covered Commode
Located in Houston, TX
Rare 19th Century French Fabric Covered Commode.
Offered is a stunning and most unusual mid 19th century French commode or chest covered in original ant...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$4,645 Sale Price
41% Off
Early 19th Century French Fruitwood Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A French fruitwood three-drawer commode with bombe front and sides, circa 1820.
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Early 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Fruitwood
Henredon French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Chests of Drawers, Pair
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Provincial Louis XV style dressers, chests of drawers, or bedside chests
By Henredon
USA, Circa 1960s
Each measures: 35"W x 19"D x 26"H.
Carved walnut, ...
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1960s American Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
1940s John Stuart Large 4 Drawer Commodes with Gilt Brass Handles
Located in New York, NY
Amazing pair of large 1940s John Stuart Inc. 4 Drawer mahogany commodes with gilt brass handles, fully restored with minor wear and patina due to age and use.
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1940s American Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique French Louis XVI Style Commode with Marble Top
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Antique French Louis XVI style two drawers commode. Decorated with wood floral inlay, bronze accents and marble top. Original key available. Great elegant piece.
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1940s French Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$1,760 Sale Price
20% Off
Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Maple Chest of Drawers, circa 1940s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style dresser or chest of drawers
By Baker Furniture
USA, circa 1940s
Sculpted maple, with walnut top and original brass hardware.
M...
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1940s American Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
18th Century Provincial Walnut Three Drawer Commode or Chest, French or Canadian
Located in Milford, NH
A fine provincial walnut three drawer commode with shaped top and conforming case, scrolled brass or bronze pulls and escutcheons (probably original), raised panel drawer fronts and ...
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
French Provincial commodes and chests of drawers for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique French Provincial commodes and chests of drawers 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 commodes and chests of drawers created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, more furniture and collectibles, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used French Provincial commodes and chests of drawers 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 commodes and chests of drawers, popular names associated with this style include Baker Furniture Company, John Widdicomb, Henredon, and Auffray Furniture. 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 commodes and chests of drawers differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $426 and tops out at $19,950 while the average work can sell for $3,235.
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