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
Mid-20th Century French Regency Provincial Bombay Chest by Karges
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
This beautifully crafted Mid-20th Century French Provincial Bombay chest by Karges is a true work of art, featuring a gracefully curved silhouette and an elegant hand-painted finish ...
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Wood
Henredon French Provincial Louis XV Cream Lacquered Highboy Dresser, Circa 1960s
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style highboy dresser
By Henredon
USA, Circa 1960s
Carved cream lacquered walnut, with olive green trim, and original brass hardware.
Measu...
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1960s American Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
19th C. French Mahogany Salesman Sample Miniature Serpentine Chest of Drawers
Located in Pearland, TX
A gorgeous antique French miniature mahogany salesman sample tabletop chest of drawers, circa 1880. Antique salesman samples were used in the...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Mahogany
Pair of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Attr. for John Stuart Gentlemans/Bachelors Chests
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These wonderful dressers/bachelor's chests were probably designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings in the 1950s. Made by John Stuart, they each feature four large drawers with ornate brass ...
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1950s American Vintage 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
18th Century French Country Commode
Located in New York, NY
Hand-crafted in the 18th Century, this French country commode consists of a well-aged walnut with a warm red-brown tone. There are two drawers that offer ample storage space. They re...
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18th Century Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Walnut
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
Baker Furniture French Provincial Oak and Burl Wood Commodes or Bedside Chests
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 oak, with gorgeous burl wood tops,...
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Henredon French Provincial Louis XV Walnut Bombay Chest or Commode
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style Bombay chest or commode
By Henredon
USA, late 20th century
Carved walnut, with original brass hardware.
Measures: 32" W x 16.2...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
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
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Walnut
Mastercraft French Provincial Louis XV Pink Lacquered Nightstands, Refinished
By Mastercraft
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Provincial Louis XV style bedside chests
By Mastercraft Furniture
USA, 1960s
Light pink lacquered walnut, with original brass hardware.
Measures...
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Hickory French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Bombay Chest or Commode
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful French Provincial Louis XV style bombay form chest of drawers or commode
By Hickory Manufacturing Co.
USA, Circa 1980s
Carved walnut, with original brass hardware.
Me...
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1980s American Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Baker Furniture Louis XV Burled Walnut Bombay Chest or Commode
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Dutch or French Provincial Louis XV style bombay chest, commode, or dresser
By Baker Furniture
USA, Late 20th Century
Stunning book-matched burled walnut, with original...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Oak Bombay Chest, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style bombay chest, commode, or dresser
By Baker Furniture, "Milling Road" Collection
USA, Circa 1960s
Solid oak, with original brass h...
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1960s American Vintage 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
Italian White Lacquered Bombay Bedside Chests, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Italian Bombay chest commodes or nightstands
Italy, 20th century
White lacquered solid oak, with brass hardware.
Measu...
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Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
French Canadian Scrubbed Pine Commode, Circa 1800
Located in Doylestown, PA
A rare early 19th century French Canadian 3-drawer commode in scrubbed and bleached pine with iron handles and heart-shaped key escutcheons.
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Early 19th Century Canadian Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Pine
Baker Bombay Commode Chest
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Fantabulous Burl and Wal...
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1980s Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique Provincial French Country Chest Of Drawers
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An Antique Provincial French Chest with good size and fine traditional form. Oak construction on four carved Louis XV style feet. The chest with barbed and scalloped front features t...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Fine Pair of Classic French Style Figured Wood Veneer Cabinets
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A particularly elegant and well made cabinet pair with handsome chosen veneers and a very interesting form. The serpentine shaped cases with figured wood ...
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20th Century French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Wood
Antique 18th C French Country Commode Chest of Drawers
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique 18th C French Country Commode Chest of Drawers
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Fruitwood
Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Cherrywood Bombay Chest
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful French Provincial Louis XV style Bombay chest or commode
By Baker Furniture
USA, 20th century
Cherrywood, with original brass hardware.
Measures: 32" W x 19" ...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
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
Blue Washed French Country Commode
Located in Westwood, NJ
With two short drawers above two long drawers, made with reclaimed pine with an antiqued and distressed washed blue painted finish. The scalloped and shaped top of oak in a natural f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Wood
Bedside Chests, washed/bleached Oak finish (pair)
Located in Uppingham, GB
Pair of Bedside chests with hand soft washed Oak finish.
Mitred top Two overlap drawers resting on a raised apron & small tapering legs. Black iron handles.
Can be made to measure,...
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2010s British French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
19th Century French Marble Top Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A good proportioned 19th Century French marble top walnut commode with three drawers and a set of pressed brass handles.
This commode has been cleaned and polished.
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Marble
French Country Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
Expertly crafted and finished with a lightly distressed architectural white paint, this chest exudes timeless charm and sophistication.
With three spacious drawers, it provides ampl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Baker Furniture French Provincial Serpentine Commodes or Bedside Tables
Located in Southampton, NJ
Exceptional pair of French Louis XV style serpentine commodes, nightstands or chests of drawers boasting fiery Tiger oak wood grains, banded burl wood tops & striking brass hardware....
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20th Century American 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
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Bronze
French Louis XV Style Bombé Satinwood Marquetry and Ormolu Mounted Commode, 1940
Located in Miami, FL
Ormolu mounted two-drawer Bombé chest of drawers with mottled green marble top and satin bois, kingwood and amaranth in the French Louis XV style. The front and sides arched with flo...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Walnut
Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Carved Oak Bombay Chest
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful French Provincial Louis XV style bombay form chest of drawers or commode
By Baker Furniture
USA, Circa 1980s
Carved oak, with original brass hardware.
Measure...
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Late 20th Century North American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
19th Century Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers is the ideal choice for style and storage! Timeless design includes tailored lines transitioning into an undulating apron brac...
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1870s French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
1950s Hand Painted French Bombe Chest or Commode
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a lovely 1950s hand painted French bombe chest. It has a nice, large scale and is in very good condition. It is unmarked.
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Tomlinson Furniture Mid-Century Provincial Oak Secretary Chest of Drawers
By Tomlinson
Located in Germantown, MD
A Tomlinson Furniture Mid-Century French Provincial Style Stained Oak Secretary Chest of Drawer featuring three dovetailed, flawlessly working drawers, pull out secretary tray extend...
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
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
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Metal
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
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...
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18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
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
Century Furniture White Lacquered Bombe Form Bedside Chests, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of Italian Provincial style bombe chests or nightstands
By Century Furniture
USA, Late 20th Century
White lacquered ...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Vintage French Provincial Painted Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage French Provincial painted commode will make a charming addition to any room! The ivory/beige painted finish has achieved a lovely pat...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Hardwood
French Louis XV Painted Commode
Located in Doylestown, PA
A charming Louis XV period commode in original yellow painted finish, with 3 drawers with bronze drawer pulls, short scroll feet and its original conforming painted wood top. Circa 1...
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Mid-18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
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
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
Kindel Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Cream Lacquered Lingerie Chest
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style seven-drawer lingerie chest or semainier
By Kindel Furniture
USA, Circa 1960s
Carved cream lacquered cherry wood, with olive green trim...
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1960s American Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Oak Louis XVI Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
The piece showcases exquisite period details including carved dentil molding along the crown, square tapered legs, and classically proportioned drawer fronts. Each element has been t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
18th Century French Provencal Pinewood Commode - Single Antique Chest of Drawers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A 18th Century, single antique French Provencal commode made of hand crafted Pinewood, in good condition. The cabinet, cupboard is composed with two large drawers, consisting its ori...
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Mid-18th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Metal
Pair Antique Country French Nightstands ~ Petite Commodes
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair Antique Country French Nightstands ~ Petite Commodes are a delightful combination of form, function and flair! Crafted from dense, old-growth indigenous oak, each features a si...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Vintage French Provincial Style 3-Drawer Bachelor Chest
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Vintage French Provincial Style 3-Drawer Bachelor Chest. Featuring a French design, three large drawers with brass hardware, French leg, and a beautiful pinewoo...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Oak and Burl Wood Chest of Drawers
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Provincial Louis XV style chest of drawers or commode
By Baker Furniture
USA, circa 1980s
Carved oak, with burl wood top and original brass hardware.
...
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Vintage Provincial Serpentine Commodes
Located in Sheffield, MA
The pair of dressers are In the French Louis XV country Provincial style with serpentine fronts Each chest has 3 full size pullout dovetail drawers. Made in the USA in the highest qu...
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20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Wood
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Cherry Commode or Chest of Drawers
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style commode or dresser chest
By John Widdicomb
USA, late 20th century
Carved solid cherry wood, with original brass hardware. Drawers...
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Late 20th Century American 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
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Cherry
MidCentury French Style Hand Painted Chest / Commode By Davis Cabinet Co.
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a mid-century French style hand painted commode by Davis Cabinet Company. The finish with its faux marble top is a vintage finish. The piece is walnut with dovetail construct...
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Brass
Antique French Tall Cabinet Faux Chest of Drawers Louis XIV Carved Oak c1880
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique French carved oak tall cabinet faux chest of drawers Louis XIV style.
~Direct from France~
~Highly carved 19th century French cabinet/chest i...
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19th Century French Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Oak
Bombe French Marble-Top Bronze Ormolu Louis XV Style 3 Drawers Dresser Commode
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Stunning rouge marble-top French inlayed wood dresser with significant bronze ormolu. Very nice decorative piece.
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20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Satinwood
Vintage Don Ruseau Commode With Pull Out
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
Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Carved Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful French Provincial Louis XV style chest of drawers or commode
By Baker Furniture
USA, Circa 1980s
Carved oak, with original brass hardware.
Measures: 32"W x 15.75"D x ...
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1980s American Vintage French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
French 19th Century Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
French 19th Century commode with old handles in later paint.
Circa 1860.
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1850s Antique French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
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.