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French Provincial Cupboards

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
Antique French Rustic Pine and Cherry Wood Cupboard
Located in Centennial, CO
A beautiful antique French solid door storage cupboard has three shelves and a working key! The door is constructed of old cherry and the case complements the door, made of rich gold...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Cupboards

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Iron

Antique Carved Breton Buffet Cabinet, French, Sideboard, Oak, circa 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique carved Breton buffet cabinet. A French sideboard crafted in oak in the late 19th century, circa 1880. An ornate example of French, ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Oak

19C French Solid Oak Armoire Du Marriage from Normandy
Located in London, GB
A FRENCH OAK ARMOIRE 19TH CENTURY Country French Armoire Du Marriage from Normandie the egg and dart cornice above a scroll and rose carved frieze centred by a vine, wheat and do...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Oak

Exceptional Antique Carved Cupboard From The Brittany Region France
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A incredible and massive 19th C. Cupboard from Brittany, France in stained Oak with outstanding European Folk Art carving of Foliate Scroll designs as well as Celtic Crosses, Hearts,...
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Early 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Oak

Provincial Ebonized Display Cabinet
Located in Westwood, NJ
Provincial-style pine painted display cabinet. The display case has remarkably subtle details such as slightly splayed legs that are tapered and encase the bottom shelf. Crown moldin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian French Provincial Cupboards

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Wood

French Solid Oak Corner Buffet a deux Corps
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This substantial corner "buffet a deux corps" was made in 19th century France from solid oak. The top portion is crowned with a molded cornice over rounded double doors with shapely ...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Metal, Brass

French Provincial Walnut Hinged Blind Door Armoire w/ Cabriole Legs, Circa 1780
Located in Charleston, SC
French Provincial Walnut hinged blind door armoire with decorative scrolled foliage and shell carvings, original flanking polished steel hinges, original central decorative brass esc...
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1780s French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Brass, Steel

18th Century Country French Cabinet
Located in Pomona, CA
A French Provincial cabinet of cupboards and drawers. Doors decorated with floral urns. Bead design around doors and drawers. Brass hardware,...
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Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Oak

18th Century Cupboard or Cabinet, Wine Rack, Pine, French, Restored
Located in Miami, FL
Large 18th century Spanish furniture made of pine. It has a coffered ceiling with two doors in the upper part, two drawers in the lower part and three large shelves inside. This huge...
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Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Pine

Provincial Painted Display Cabinet
Located in Westwood, NJ
A French provincial-style pine painted display cabinet. The white display case has remarkably subtle details such as slightly splayed legs that...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian French Provincial Cupboards

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Wood

Pair of Late 17th Century Oak Corner Cabinets
Located in Huntington, NY
A Pair of late 17th century oak corner cabinets Each with an interior shelf. Left door latches with a locking right door. Doors with with raised beveled p...
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Late 17th Century French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Oak

Pair of Late 17th Century Oak Corner Cabinets
Pair of Late 17th Century Oak Corner Cabinets
$5,440 Sale Price / set
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18th Century Country French Painted Bookcase ~ China Buffet
Located in Dallas, TX
18th Century Country French Painted Bookcase ~ China Buffet will add a splash of provincial color to any room, and provide both abundant storage and display for a delightful combinat...
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Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Steel

19th Century French Provincial Oak Vaisselier
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This antique French Provincial vassalier is a classic piece crafted from solid oak with dovetail drawers and a 1.25" drawer box. It features original glass with wavy glass panes, a w...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Oak

English 18th Century Oak Cupboard
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This unique storage unit was handcrafted in England during the 1780’s from solid oak, which has now taken on a deep, mahogany tone adding to the histori...
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18th Century English Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Oak, Hardwood, Wood, Mirror, Glass

Antique 18th C French Provincial Chestnut Brass Studwork Cabinet Cupboard 1720
Located in Portland, OR
A most unusual antique 18th century French Provincial chestnut cabinet, Brittany, circa 1720. The cabinet is made from solid figured chestnut, decorated with the original brass stud-work. Twin cupboards...
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Early 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Brass

French Buffet a Deux Corps, 18th Century, Normandy
Located in Doylestown, PA
A fine Louis XV period French buffet a deux corps in pine, Normandy region, circa 1780, with nicely carved “bouquet” of love birds and flowers over the upper paneled and carved doors...
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Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Pine

18th Century French Provincial Walnut Buffet or Vaisselier
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A stunning quality 18th century French provincial walnut buffet or vaisselier. Lovely original mellow colour and patina. Original plate rack, covered in lovely carved decoration. The...
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Walnut

Country French Vintage Wine Rack Two-Piece Pine Step-Back Hutch
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Country French Vintage wine rack two-piece pine step-back hutch.
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20th Century American French Provincial Cupboards

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Pine

Habersham Normandy Style Hutch
Located in Portland, OR
Exquisite craftsmanship and grand stature combine in this Normandy inspired cabinet by Habersham. Created by master woodworkers and finished by artisans using techniques that create ...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Cupboards

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Wood

19th Century French Provencal Panetière Bread Cupboard in Carved Chestnut
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A very charming and rustic French Provincial bread cupboard or panetière in French chestnut. France, circa 1800s. This highly decorated box intended for...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Iron

19th Century French Provincial Oak Dresser with Plate Rack and Brass Hooks
Located in High Point, NC
A charming 19th century French Provincial oak dresser with a beautifully aged patina and practical plate rack top. This two-part piece features a lower cabinet with two paneled doors...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Brass

Trouvailles Italian Provincial Country Painted Large Cupboard Cabinet Hutch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Trouvailles Italian Provincial Country Painted Large Cupboard cabinet Hutch. Item features hand painted details, solid wood construction, distressed fi...
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Mid-20th Century French Provincial Cupboards

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Pine, Paint

Fine Authentic 18th Century French Cupboard
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An early and authentic French cupboard in a dark stain, with a plank constructed top and recessed panel sides. The two carved frieze drawers flank a carved rosette. Carved double doo...
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Wood

Antique French Painted Paneled Cupboard Doors
Located in Sheffield, MA
Slightly distressed French Provincial paneled doors for a cabinet this striking pair of doors wear their age with grace, and would bring c...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Wood

French provincial bonnetiere Cupboard in solid oak wood
Located in Landivy, FR
This French bonnetiere belongs to our TRADITION collection, which takes its design and inspiration from the French countryside "proviincial" style, also called "Campagne chic". The ...
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2010s French French Provincial Cupboards

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Brass

Romweber French Provincial Louis XV Burl Wood Server or Bar Cabinet, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Provincial Louis XV style buffet server or bar cabinet By Romweber USA, Circa 1920s Gorgeous book-matched exotic burled acacia wood, with carved cabriole leg...
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1920s American Vintage French Provincial Cupboards

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Brass

19th Century Country French Walnut Pannetiere ~ Breadbox
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century country French walnut pannetiere ~ breadbox was considered essential to any well-appointed home back in the days before supermarkets and ordering groceries online. Every...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Steel

Pair of French Server Sideboard Table Carved Oak Panels with open Shelve
Located in Miami, FL
From a French estate to you, this stunning antique French carved server is loaded with carved features and quality craftsmanship!. Carved wide panels on ...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Cupboards

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Marble

Baker Solid Oak Country French Breakfront China Cabinet with Desk Lighted
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This Baker solid oak Country French breakfront china cabinet with desk and lighting is a fine example of craftsmanship and timeless design. Constructed of richly grained solid oak, t...
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Early 2000s American French Provincial Cupboards

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Oak

Large Oversize Figural Country French Style Open Bookcase with Spindles
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Large figural oak open bookcase shelf Henredon Baker decor.
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20th Century American French Provincial Cupboards

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Oak

French Provincial Wooden Cabinet Cupboard with Metal Mesh Doors
Located in Brescia, IT
This is a cabinet in French style, typical of the Provence, a country French province, with three doors closed by metal mesh panels, with keys. It is a contemporary handmade production in solid oakwood and it is painted in a warm sable color...
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21st Century and Contemporary French French Provincial Cupboards

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Iron

Country French Provincial Style Cherry Cupboard, Single Door
Located in Toronto, CA
A French Country style cherry jam cupboard. This piece has a lot of storage without a big footprint in the room, but adds a bit of tradition. There is a single drawer above the door ...
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20th Century French French Provincial Cupboards

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Cherry

Antique French Provincial Confiturier
Located in Sheffield, MA
Great example of 18th century or earlier Louis XV provincial - cherrywood - bird's-eye inlay on drawer. Original hardware, drawer and door locks operate with same key.
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Cherry

Provencal sideboard in oak wood with two doors available
Located in Guazzora, IT
A hand-carved and hand-crafted French oak sideboard represents a sublime example of traditional craftsmanship and design. This type of furniture is often associated with the eleganc...
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1950s French Vintage French Provincial Cupboards

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Hardwood

Burl Biblio Cabinet or Vitrine 1700s Regency Louis XVI Style 18th Century France
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Three-door burl wood Vitrine from France 1700s. This vitrine or biblio cabinet features a giltwood crown that is intricately decorated in golden scrolls. The crown is removable. Th...
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Brass

Unusual 19th Century French Provincial Food Cupboard from the Basque Country
Located in Middleburg, VA
Crafted in the Pyrenees Mountains around 1840, this rare French Provincial food cupboard is an extraordinary example of rustic elegance with distinct Basque and Spanish influence. Made of richly aged pine with a warm, honeyed patina, the piece features a bold architectural silhouette and unique decorative details that reflect its regional heritage. The upper cabinet showcases beautifully latticed panels, designed to ventilate stored goods, framed by inset panels and secured with simple wrought iron hardware. The lower doors are deeply molded with geometric carvings and triangular pediments, echoing Gothic and Spanish vernacular motifs commonly found throughout the Basque region. Of particular note is the carved gallery crowning the cabinet. A rare and whimsical element that adds height and a sense of ceremony to its practical function. Inside, the piece retains its original green-painted interior and shelf structure, which includes a hand-cut bottle rack, suggesting use as a multifunctional pantry or kitchen armoire...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron

Large Narrow Depth Cupboard with Antique Doors
Located in Sheffield, MA
Add charm and storage with this newly built white painted cabinet made from 19th century antique French louvered doors. Oversized for extra storage for the kitchen, mudroom, or just about any room. The doors feature antique cremone bolt...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Wood

Fine 19th C. Carved Mahogany Buffett Cabinet
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A fine authentic European (Probably French) cabinet with nice carved details. Mortise and tenon construction with a banded top and two frieze drawers (with a key). The side supports ...
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19th Century European Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Wood

French Provincial Walnut Arched Dome Foliage Cupboard with Cabriole Legs, C 1780
Located in Charleston, SC
French Provincial walnut cupboard with arched dome cornice, hinged upper case flanking glass doors with adjustable interior shelving, hinged lower case flank...
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1780s French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Brass

19th Century Country French Oversized Cream Patinated Kitchen Cupboard
Located in Asheville, NC
Charming French kitchen cupboard, sweetly carved by hand with flowers, heart & diamond. Scalloped shelf tops & corner cabinets, with brass escu...
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1890s French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Fruitwood

French Provencal 19th century cupboard
Located in Meulebeke, BE
This French Provencal cupboard was made in the 19th century and has a beautiful patina on the wood, attesting to its long history. The authentic forged handles give the cupboard a rustic look, perfect for a country style. The cabinet has two doors at the bottom with two drawers above, where crockery, cutlery, glasses and other items can be stored. The cabinet also features a shelf, where favorite decorative items can be displayed. This plate cupboard...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Walnut

Antique Country French Bleached Oak Buffet a Deux Corps
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Amazing country French buffet a deux-corps made of solid oak wood with chicken wire doors. It has a lot of space for storage. It has two drawers and two shelves in the bottom, and tw...
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Wire

Bonnetiere Cabinet in solid cherry wood, TRADITION French country style
Located in Landivy, FR
This French bonnetiere belongs to our TRADITION collection, which takes its design and inspiration from the French countryside "proviincial" style, also called "Campagne chic". The ...
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2010s French French Provincial Cupboards

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Brass

Hand-Made Walnut French Provincial Auffray or Don Ruseau Jelly Cupboard
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This hand-made walnut French Provincial jelly cupboard, attributed to Auffray or Don Ruseau, reflects the fine craftsmanship and timeless elegance associated with the French countrys...
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1990s Unknown French Provincial Cupboards

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Walnut

18th Century French Louis XV Antique Buffet or Cabinet in Oak
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A French Louis XV buffet from Normandy in oak with hand-pegged and mortise and tenon construction, and with original rich patina. Base rests on carved apron with cabriole feet. Two d...
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Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Oak

French Harvest Buffet in Pitch Pine from Brittany, circa 1860
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
French harvest buffet in pitch pine from the region of Brittany, circa 1860 with intricately carved panels depicting duck, fruit and foliage. Perfect as a storage cabinet/buffet in y...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Pine

Antique French Provincial Marble Top Wardrobe Cupboard, 18th Century
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique 18th century French Provincial marble top wardrobe cupboard. It is a very unusual example in carved walnut with a marble to and cu...
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18th Century Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Marble

19th Century painted Provencal Wardrobe Library Cabinet, Cupboard, Restored
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1890s antique painted Provencal library cabinet, cupboard, wardrobe in massive wood, restored and wax polished. The lacquer in shades of gray purplish are original and only retouched...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Wood

French Cherry Bonnetière, Campaign Style, 1 Drawer, 2 Shelves, Cream Lacquered
Located in Landivy, FR
This French bonnetiere belongs to our TRADITION collection, which takes its design and inspiration from the French countryside "proviincial" style, also called "Campagne chic". The ...
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2010s French French Provincial Cupboards

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Brass

French Provincial Inlaid Cupboard
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Rare and unusual 18th century petite cupboard crafted in well grained fruitwood in a step down form with a cabinet below, having rosewood inlays that accentuate the graceful lines, s...
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Fruitwood

Stained Pine Wedding Buffet a`Deux Corps
Located in Woodbury, CT
Stained pine wedding buffet a`deux corps with floral carving. Recessed panel sides, shaped panel doors and a modified cabriole foot complete the look of this piece.
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Pine

French Late 19th-Early 20th C. Carved Tiered Server
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A remarkable French server with fine traditional form and lots of levels for entertaining. Serpentine form, with a tall back and carved cartouche crest over a top shelf with brackets...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Cupboards

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Leather, Wood

French 18th Century Transition Cherrywood Armoire Cupboard, circa 1760
Located in Salzburg, AT
This is a rather beautiful tall French mid-18th century Transition solid cherrywood armoire cupboard with bonnet top (chapeau de gendarme), decorative shaped panels and original bras...
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1760s French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Bronze, Iron

18th Century Painted Cabinet from Provence in Yellow, Grey and Off-White
Located in Salzburg, AT
French 18th century Rococo painted wood cabinet from Provence with one curved and molded door, one chest, curving feet and cornice. Painted in a soft yellow, grey and offhwihte color. Extraordinary iron hardware, lock and key. 18th century Provence cabinets...
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1750s French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Iron

18th Century French Provincial Painted Bonnetiere Cabinet from Normandy
Located in Middleburg, VA
A charming and well-proportioned 18th-century French Provincial bonnetiere, handcrafted in Normandy circa 1780. Made in two parts for easy transport, this tall and narrow cupboard is...
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Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Pine, Paint, Wood

19th Century French Lit Clos Breton Cupboard
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A 19th century very decorative cupboard made from the front of a closed bed in solid poplar. The decoration, brass studs and carvings are typical for the re...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Poplar

French provincial style bonnetiere in solid cherry, white cream lacquered
Located in Landivy, FR
This French bonnetiere belongs to our TRADITION collection, which takes its design and inspiration from the French countryside "proviincial" style, also called "Campagne chic". The ...
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2010s French French Provincial Cupboards

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Brass

18th Century Provencal Cherrywood, Wire-Front Bibliotheque
Located in Washington, DC
A Provençal, Louis XV period cherrywood bibliotheque with wire-front doors and interior antique hardware latches and key. Eight interior shelves of lighter wood, comes from Bregnoles in the Var...
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Cupboards

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Wire

French Provincial cupboards for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique French Provincial cupboards 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 cupboards created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, building and garden elements, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, oak and other materials. If you’re shopping for used French Provincial cupboards 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 cupboards, popular names associated with this style include and Baker Furniture Company. 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 cupboards differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $704 and tops out at $38,500 while the average work can sell for $4,891.

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