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French Provincial Furniture

FRENCH PROVINCIAL STYLE

Removed from the fashions of the court, French Provincial style developed in the provinces of the country, such as Provence, Normandy, the Loire Valley and Bordeaux. Dating to the 17th and 18th centuries, French Provincial furniture was not as ostentatious as the designs being produced for the royal palaces, but elegant S-shape cabriole legs and ornate carvings elevated the sturdy chairs, sofas, tables and bedroom furniture intended for everyday use.

Although it varies by region, antique French Provincial furniture is unified by solid construction and an artisanal attention to design. While this furniture often followed the metropolitan trends — including the Rococo or neoclassical aesthetics of Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI — since it was produced in the French countryside it was more subdued with nods to its rustic settings.

Local materials like fruitwoods, oak, beech and walnut were used to construct large French Provincial armoires for storage and comfortable armchairs with rush-woven seats. Wrought-iron elements and carvings like floral details and scallop patterns were common as ornamentation. Furniture was frequently painted white or other muted colors that coordinated with gilt and would acquire a patina of age over time. Other wood was just stained with vibrant fabric such as toile de Jouy, which sometimes depicted pastoral scenes, adding color as upholstery.

The style arrived in the United States after World War I, with soldiers returning home wanting furniture like what they had seen in the rural homes and castles of France. In Grand Rapids, Michigan, designer John Widdicomb split from his family business, the Widdicomb Furniture Company, and had been focusing on Louis XV– and French Provincial–style furnishings since the early 1900s. Other American manufacturers such as Baker, Drexel, Henredon and Thomasville also responded to demand. Today antique French Provincial pieces and reproductions continue to be popular.

Find a collection of antique French Provincial dining tables, seating, decorative objects and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: French Provincial
Period: 18th Century and Earlier
18th Century Walnut Commode from the Rhone Valley
Located in New Orleans, LA
This lovely piece is the quintessential example of a well crafted French commode. The proportions are pleasing, the details are superb with carving on side panels and the front apro...
Category

18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Walnut

18th Century Walnut Commode from the Rhone Valley
18th Century Walnut Commode from the Rhone Valley

18th Century Walnut Commode from the Rhone Valley

$7,773
French Provincial Stone Fireplace Surround From Provence Bastide
Located in Beervelde, BE
Medieval stone fireplace from the south of France. Unique fireplace surround for timeless authentic slow-living interior design project. Exceptional artempo wear and condition. This ...
Category

15th Century and Earlier French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Limestone

French Provincial Stone Fireplace Surround From Provence Bastide
French Provincial Stone Fireplace Surround From Provence Bastide

French Provincial Stone Fireplace Surround From Provence Bastide

$25,723
18th Century French Glazed Porcelain Apothecary/Pharmacy Jar - EXT: ALOËS S:
Located in North Miami, FL
Late 18th Century french glazed porcelain apothecary/pharmacy jar with lid - 'EXT: ALOËS S:' By: Charles-Antoine Acloque Material: ceramic, porcelain, paint, enamel Technique: molde...
Category

Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Enamel

18th Century French Glazed Porcelain Apothecary/Pharmacy Jar - EXT: ALOËS S:
18th Century French Glazed Porcelain Apothecary/Pharmacy Jar - EXT: ALOËS S:

18th Century French Glazed Porcelain Apothecary/Pharmacy Jar - EXT: ALOËS S:

$1,200
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...
Category

Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Pine, Paint, Wood

18th Century French Provincial Painted Bonnetiere Cabinet from Normandy
18th Century French Provincial Painted Bonnetiere Cabinet from Normandy

18th Century French Provincial Painted Bonnetiere Cabinet from Normandy

$5,100
18th Century Pastel, Portrait of a Young Boy
Located in Vista, CA
18th century pastel, Portrait of a Young boy with 18th century gilt wood frame.
Category

18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Giltwood

18th Century Pastel, Portrait of a Young Boy
18th Century Pastel, Portrait of a Young Boy

18th Century Pastel, Portrait of a Young Boy

$7,900
Cabinet With Painting - 17th Century, French Wooden
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Amazing 17th Century secretary or desk with imbedded painted panel. Unique and special piece. The cornice lifts to expose a hidden compartment. ...
Category

17th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Oak

Cabinet With Painting - 17th Century, French Wooden
Cabinet With Painting - 17th Century, French Wooden

Cabinet With Painting - 17th Century, French Wooden

$4,200
Amazing and Rare French Oval Earthenware Dish 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Amazing and Rare French Oval Earthenware Dish 18th Century with enameled decoration of a central coat of arms 30 x 39 cm original condition
Category

18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Amazing and Rare French Oval Earthenware Dish 18th Century
Amazing and Rare French Oval Earthenware Dish 18th Century

Amazing and Rare French Oval Earthenware Dish 18th Century

$1,801
18th Century French Tapestry 5 2" X 4 5"
Located in Los Angeles, US
A wall hanging tapestry, simply put, is a textile specifically designed and woven to portray an artistic scene with the intent of hanging it on a wall. Antique tapestries, those that...
Category

18th Century Unknown Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wool, Cotton

18th Century French Tapestry 5 2" X 4 5"
18th Century French Tapestry 5 2" X 4 5"

18th Century French Tapestry 5 2" X 4 5"

$19,406
Antique 18th Century French Ceramic Pitcher, Brown Glaze, Gorgeous Patina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique pitcher vase France 18th century Brown glaze with a stunning patina from age.
Category

Early 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Antique 18th Century French Ceramic Pitcher, Brown Glaze, Gorgeous Patina
Antique 18th Century French Ceramic Pitcher, Brown Glaze, Gorgeous Patina

Antique 18th Century French Ceramic Pitcher, Brown Glaze, Gorgeous Patina

$1,100
French 18th Century Tapestry, Mother Daughter - 8 5" x 8 9"
Located in New York, NY
Introducing a masterpiece of French tapestry from the 18th century, a truly remarkable work of art that is both valuable and visually striking. This tapestry depicts a serene scene o...
Category

18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wool, Cotton

French 18th Century Tapestry, Mother Daughter - 8 5" x 8 9"
French 18th Century Tapestry, Mother Daughter - 8 5" x 8 9"

French 18th Century Tapestry, Mother Daughter - 8 5" x 8 9"

$14,725
18th Century French Provincial Buffet with Arched Crown
Located in Sofia, BG
A large 18th century French provincial buffet with one door and arched crown decorated with basket full of fruits, standing on cabriolet legs, with three adjustable shelves inside, ...
Category

Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wood

18th Century French Provincial Buffet with Arched Crown
18th Century French Provincial Buffet with Arched Crown

18th Century French Provincial Buffet with Arched Crown

$4,491 Sale Price
50% Off
18th Century French Carved Oak Serpentine Commode on Hoof Feet
Located in Richmond, VA
18th century French carved oak serpentine commode on hoof feet. 4 smaller drawers over one larger drawer with handsomely carved apron, knees and...
Category

18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Oak

18th Century French Carved Oak Serpentine Commode on Hoof Feet
18th Century French Carved Oak Serpentine Commode on Hoof Feet

18th Century French Carved Oak Serpentine Commode on Hoof Feet

$4,900
C18th century French country provincial chair
Located in London, GB
A charming C18th provincial french oak chair which has a tall ladder back, turned legs and curved stretcher. The low but comfortable seat has been upholstered in a vintage off white ...
Category

1780s French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Oak

C18th century French country provincial chair
C18th century French country provincial chair

C18th century French country provincial chair

$1,308
18th Century French oak cantor stool
Located in Diest, BE
Cantor’s stool in oak wood, France, early 18th century. Unrestored and original condition, beautiful character of the oak. Great to use as piedestal.
Category

Early 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Oak

18th Century French oak cantor stool
18th Century French oak cantor stool

18th Century French oak cantor stool

$1,441
Pair of Framed Denis Diderot Colored Horse Carriages
By Denis Diderot
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of prints from the "Encyclopedie ou Dictionnaire raisonne des sciences, des arts et des metiers, par une Societe de Gens de lettres". The originals published between 1751 and 1...
Category

17th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Paint, Paper

Pair of Framed Denis Diderot Colored Horse Carriages
Pair of Framed Denis Diderot Colored Horse Carriages

Pair of Framed Denis Diderot Colored Horse Carriages

$1,710 Sale Price
25% Off
18th Century Country French Provincial Painted Buffet
Located in Dallas, TX
18th Century Country French Provincial Painted Buffet boasts tailored, elegant lines that combine with the distressed painted finish to create a light and airy look that is compatibl...
Category

Mid-18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Oak

18th Century Country French Provincial Painted Buffet
18th Century Country French Provincial Painted Buffet

18th Century Country French Provincial Painted Buffet

$2,980
Demilune
Located in Napa, CA
Elegant, understated demilune table made from cherrywood, circa 18th century. Measures: 29.75" high x 43" full diameter x 21" half open Demilune is a French term meaning half-moo...
Category

18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Cherry

Demilune
Demilune

Demilune

$5,500
18th C French Walnut 3-Drawer Serpentine Commode with Original Rococo Hardware
Located in Milford, NH
A fine diminutive walnut serpentine commode in walnut veneer, a conforming rectangular top with molded edge and crossbanded veneer border surmounting three drawers adorned with origi...
Category

18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

18th C French Walnut 3-Drawer Serpentine Commode with Original Rococo Hardware
18th C French Walnut 3-Drawer Serpentine Commode with Original Rococo Hardware

18th C French Walnut 3-Drawer Serpentine Commode with Original Rococo Hardware

$5,500
Early 17th Century French Provincial Louis XIII Walnut Armchair
Located in Middleburg, VA
A rare and distinguished example of early French Provincial craftsmanship, this Louis XIII period armchair was crafted in Southwest France a...
Category

Early 17th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Early 17th Century French Provincial Louis XIII Walnut Armchair
Early 17th Century French Provincial Louis XIII Walnut Armchair

Early 17th Century French Provincial Louis XIII Walnut Armchair

$3,800
Mid 18th Century French Regence Mirorr
Located in Belgrade, RS
The frame of this luxurious mirror is made of carved and gilded wood, with silver-plated and green-painted details. The gilding is done using the traditional technique of gilding obj...
Category

Mid-18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf

Mid 18th Century French Regence Mirorr
Mid 18th Century French Regence Mirorr

Mid 18th Century French Regence Mirorr

$4,500
Early 18th Century French Walnut Side Table
Located in San Francisco, CA
An exceptional early 18th century French Provencial style walnut side table, superbly carved with very old if not original finish. Extensive and detailed relief carving all the way a...
Category

Early 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Early 18th Century French Walnut Side Table
Early 18th Century French Walnut Side Table

Early 18th Century French Walnut Side Table

$4,850
18th Century Three-Drawer Antique Cherrywood Server
Located in Billingshurst, GB
18th century three-drawer antique cherrywood server, standing on Silhouette cabriole legs with three deep storage drawers. The piece has a three plank c...
Category

18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Cherry

18th Century Three-Drawer Antique Cherrywood Server
18th Century Three-Drawer Antique Cherrywood Server

18th Century Three-Drawer Antique Cherrywood Server

$3,965 Sale Price
20% Off
Large French Provincial Pottery Urn / Vase / Pitcher, 18th Century
Located in New York, NY
A timeless, Classic French 18th century provincial pottery / ceramic urn or pitcher with beautiful, natural time worn patina and a stunning form featuring three dramatic handles and ...
Category

18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Large French Provincial Pottery Urn / Vase / Pitcher, 18th Century
Large French Provincial Pottery Urn / Vase / Pitcher, 18th Century

Large French Provincial Pottery Urn / Vase / Pitcher, 18th Century

$1,200
17th Century King Charles II of England Framed Picture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
King Charles II of England By Robert White, after Unknown artist line engraving, published 1680
Category

17th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Other

17th Century King Charles II of England Framed Picture
17th Century King Charles II of England Framed Picture

17th Century King Charles II of England Framed Picture

$900
18th Century Country French Painted Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
18th century Country French painted commode represents the essence of the genre, with tailored lines and visually appealing scrollwork a...
Category

Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Bronze

18th Century Country French Painted Commode
18th Century Country French Painted Commode

18th Century Country French Painted Commode

$3,984
18th Century French Country Winery Beam Spike French Country Winery Beam Spike
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
18th Century French Country Winery Beam Spike French Country Winery Beam Spike (also known as Sticking Tommy when used in a Mine in other countries ) Pieces like this have been mad...
Category

18th Century Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Brass

18th Century French Country Winery Beam Spike French Country Winery Beam Spike
18th Century French Country Winery Beam Spike French Country Winery Beam Spike

18th Century French Country Winery Beam Spike French Country Winery Beam Spike

$1,790
French 18th Century Hand Carved Fauteuil Chairs, a Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fabulous 18th Century French fauteuils, all hand carved, and constructed with wood dowel joinery. The details of the hand carvings are incredible. The chairs are ready for your workr...
Category

Mid-18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

French 18th Century Hand Carved Fauteuil Chairs, a Pair
French 18th Century Hand Carved Fauteuil Chairs, a Pair

French 18th Century Hand Carved Fauteuil Chairs, a Pair

$2,200 / set
18th Century Antique Aubusson Rug
Located in New York, NY
Handwoven, French Aubusson rug 18th century Center Medallion.
Category

Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wool

18th Century Antique Aubusson Rug
18th Century Antique Aubusson Rug

18th Century Antique Aubusson Rug

$65,000
17th Century French Chair
Located in palm beach, FL
Beautiful French walnut chair from the 17th century, with twisted legs and cushioned seats. The chairback is nicely done and openly worked in three parts. The cushioned seats are in ...
Category

17th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Nutwood

17th Century French Chair
17th Century French Chair

17th Century French Chair

$1,600
Portrait of Samuel Bernard 1729
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Samuel Bernard, Chevalier de l'ordre de Saint Michel, comte de Coubert Portrait of Samuel Bernard, Counselor of State by Pierre Imbert Drevet.  1729
Category

18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Other

Portrait of Samuel Bernard 1729
Portrait of Samuel Bernard 1729

Portrait of Samuel Bernard 1729

$1,200
Attr. Constantine Of Aix, Animated Landscape With Roman Soldiers, 18th/19th Cent
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Rocky landscape animated by Roman soldiers in armor: pen and ink wash drawing, gouache or watercolor, in a gilded wooden frame from the Louis XVI period Drawing attributed to Jean A...
Category

Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Paper

Attr. Constantine Of Aix, Animated Landscape With Roman Soldiers, 18th/19th Cent
Attr. Constantine Of Aix, Animated Landscape With Roman Soldiers, 18th/19th Cent

Attr. Constantine Of Aix, Animated Landscape With Roman Soldiers, 18th/19th Cent

$2,882
17th Century Antique Farm Mantel
Located in Dallas, TX
This 17th century antique farmer's mantel is a subtle yet elegant breakfast room or study mantel. Measurements: 44.5" W x 12.5" D x 43.5" Firebox: ...
Category

17th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Limestone

17th Century Antique Farm Mantel
17th Century Antique Farm Mantel

17th Century Antique Farm Mantel

$9,724
18th Century French Oak Cabinet
Located in Calgary, Alberta
Antique French Provincial chunky oak cabinet or commode with its beautiful old hardware. It is dovetailed and peg jointed. The doors have deep recessed panels held in place with thei...
Category

Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Oak

18th Century French Oak Cabinet
18th Century French Oak Cabinet

18th Century French Oak Cabinet

$2,750
Green Painted Carved Wood Louis XV Provencal Console
Located in Washington, DC
A Magnificent green painted carved wood Louis XV Provençal console with white marble top in olive branch motif.
Category

18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Marble

Green Painted Carved Wood Louis XV Provencal Console
Green Painted Carved Wood Louis XV Provencal Console

Green Painted Carved Wood Louis XV Provencal Console

$10,500
18th Century French Provençal Carrara Brocatelle Verde Marble Chimneypiece
Located in Ware, GB
18th Century French Provençal Carrara Marble Fireplace with Brocatelle and dark Verde marble to frieze and jambs. Carved motif to centre of frieze. Elegant carved arch to the top of...
Category

18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Marble

18th Century French Provençal Carrara Brocatelle Verde Marble Chimneypiece
18th Century French Provençal Carrara Brocatelle Verde Marble Chimneypiece

18th Century French Provençal Carrara Brocatelle Verde Marble Chimneypiece

$11,704
Provencal Straw Armchair From the 18th Century
By Hache
Located in Grenoble, FR
"Provencal Straw Armchair From the 18th Century" Elegant Provençal straw armchair. Period 18th century. Wooden armchair, back with three cut-out bars, turned legs straw-covered seat
Category

Late 18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Straw, Beech

Provencal Straw Armchair From the 18th Century
Provencal Straw Armchair From the 18th Century

Provencal Straw Armchair From the 18th Century

$2,161
18th Century French Provincial Walnut Commode
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A mid 18th century walnut French provincial commode of the Louis XV period. This chest of drawers features three levels with a secret drawer situated between the top two drawers, rea...
Category

18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Walnut

18th Century French Provincial Walnut Commode
18th Century French Provincial Walnut Commode

18th Century French Provincial Walnut Commode

$4,544
Charming 18th Century Provincial Side Table
Located in Buchanan, MI
Charming 18th century Provincial side table, great old color and patination. Rectangular top over single drawer raised on cabriole legs.
Category

18th Century French Antique French Provincial Furniture

Materials

Wood

Charming 18th Century Provincial Side Table
Charming 18th Century Provincial Side Table

Charming 18th Century Provincial Side Table

$2,600

French Provincial furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique French Provincial furniture 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 furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, tables, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used French Provincial furniture 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 furniture, popular names associated with this style include Baker Furniture Company, Maison Baguès, Sarreguemines, and Henredon. 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 furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $18 and tops out at $125,000 while the average work can sell for $1,997.

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