“French Country” style dates back to the 1700s. It was created primarily for the French bourgeoisie which envied – but could not afford – the over-the-top furnishings that decorated palaces and estate during the Louis XV period. French country furnishings were meant to replicate the sophisticated and stylish appearance of Rococo-style pieces, without the expensive design flourishes which also would be out of place in more simple country homes.
In a nutshell, French country pieces are beautiful and elegant, but comfortable and not overdone. Thankfully, the period in which this furniture originated was when craftsmen began upholstering chairs as a matter of course, meaning that French country chairs are indeed comfortable, and not just decorative.
Perhaps the chairs best known for their French country style are upholstered fauteuil and bergère armchairs. The two styles are similar, but the fauteuil has open sides while the bergère’s arms are closed and fully upholstered. The fauteuil often features scrolled arms and many of these chairs have an upholstered back which curves to its top. Generally speaking, the bergère is a larger chair which sits fairly low to the ground, with more sumptuous padding. Most of these French country pieces feature a slightly-reclined back and cabriole legs.
Straight-back chairs are also important members of the French country design family. Slatted or ladder-back chairs, usually with cabriole legs, are the most often-seen straight-back chairs in French country décor. However, caned chairs (both backs and seats) were also popular in 18th century France and became one staple of the period’s style. The pieces are seen both with and without arms, often with upholstered seats and backs. Straight-line designs are typical in the construction of these straight-back chairs, but the curvilinear approach predominant in French country furniture is used as a design feature at times.
Lighter-colored hardwoods give the chairs their feeling of period authenticity, although even on antique French country chairs the wood may have be stained or painted. Any ornamentation will be sedate, usually limited to carved foliage and the like.
Vintage or antique pieces can be found for thousands of dollars apiece, but reproductions crafted more recently can be budget-friendly and create the casual, comfortable look and feel of true French country décor.
This acacia wood dining chair features a high back and a weight capacity of 250 lbs. This piece is crafted with clean lines and an open crossed back, bringing a taste of classic character to your entertainment ensemble. The neutral finish makes it versatile enough to blend with any existing arrangement. Assembly is required.
The Dining Chairs add a unique touch to transitional-style dining rooms. Featuring a distinctive X-shaped back, delicately curved lines, and an upholstered seat, each chair has been crafted from solid rubberwood. The rustic chairs have an antique white finish with a weathered look. A tan fabric on the seat completes the inviting design of this pair of dining chairs.
These vintage chairs are styled after classic Louis XVI furniture and offer modern comfort with their contoured edges, thick padding, and the way they cradle your body. The birch frame and rubberwood legs have been weathered to an attractively lived-in look. Functional pomo art with classic taste, these chairs work in any space and decor from traditional farmhouse to contemporary minimalist. Whether cozied up to a living room side table or gathered around your dining table, this pair of vanity chairs is sure to brighten your room and your life.
This chair offers a richly hued, classic look that will complement your establishment's interior. This chair is easy to clean and will make an attractive addition to your restaurant, lounge, bar or other high traffic venues.
This Viveiros Side Chair is a classical, weathered piece with a pop of modern color. The weathered wood finish gives you the feel of an antique without the cost of an antique—perfect for entertaining!
This upholstered dining chair is crafted from solid rubberwood and manufactured wood with a smooth wood grain texture. Each chair has a weathered light seat cushion.
The Classic Two-Tone Cottage-Chic Dining Chair features a curved backrest with turned ball finials and a classic ladder back, while its lathed legs incorporate structural support braces into their design. Rounding out the design, the box seat features a removable woven rush cushion.
This 2-piece side chair set is crafted with foam-filled, poly-blend upholstery in your choice of classic fret, floral and damask patterns. Silver-finish nailhead trim around the bottom of the seat and wingback side accents add a finishing touch of classic polish. The wingback design adds traditional style to your living room look.
The Vassallo Side Chair is a rustic yet elegant dining chair with an oval back, upholstered in a natural linen-look fabric with piping along the edges. The chair's graceful design will fit in any space in your home.
This dining chair brings rustic style to your dining area. Crafted from solid wood, it sports a brown finish designed to complement a variety of color schemes, while the slat-style back and slightly tapered feet lend it a classic look. Polyester microfiber upholstery on the seat offers comfort as you sit back and relax with your guests.
The Campana Solid Wood Dining Chair, a stunning piece of furniture that redefines the dining space with elegance and comfort. This solid rubberwood chair features a sleek espresso brown finish that complements the light polyester fabric upholstery. Padded with foam for the highest level of dining comfort, this collection features a stunning cut-out back for enhanced visual appeal.
This armchair's sophisticated elegance and regal bearing make it a great addition to any household with traditional tastes. The padded faux leather upholstery on the seat and along the backrest provides excellent comfort, while the turned legs supporting it add style and appeal to the design. Stylish armrests add an extra layer of intriguing detail to the design while also providing a place to rest your elbows. Finished in brown cherry for a more majestic appearance, this chair is sure to impress everyone who lays eyes on it.
The Italia bar stool is a sophisticated addition to your kitchen or dining space. The brown finished frame is accented with a light neutral fabric upholstered seat and back. Ornate-turned front legs and carved details on the seat and back add eye-catching interest to the piece. Shiny silver nail heads complete the stool.
The recipe for a fabulous dinner party is to spend half your time on the food and drink, a quarter of it on the guest list and the rest on seating. That’s because everyone knows a good chair can take an evening up a notch. Upholstered, high backed and mid-century mod, you will find just the right seating to clinch the title of “Host with the Most”. This King Louis Back Side Chair Set is perfect for any dining room.
Our Mix-n-Match Dining Chair program offers a wide range of seating options to complement any of our dining collections. Whether you are looking for an elegant slipcovers, a coastal side chair, or a casual woven chair, we have what you are looking for.
The Mindi Solid Wood Dining Chair adds rustic charm and bohemian elegance to your space. These chairs are handcrafted from mindi wood and finished in a thin whitewash that adds beautifully weathered look. The solid wood frame features ladder back seats, carefully carved legs, and handwoven rattan seats for added texture.
Scholten's Farmhouse back armchair has a saddle-shaped seat for extra comfort, an arched spindle back for support, and is anchored by round-turned splayed legs. The two-tone finish seat creates a versatile look that is sure to be the perfect addition to any space.
The antique Baroque-style, solid wood bar chairs have an elegant design that makes them a stylish addition to your kitchen or dining room. Thanks to the solid wooden frame and generously padded upholstery, the stools are comfortable.
This side chair is crafted from solid wood in a neutral black finish. It showcases curved back legs and an open work grid-inspired frame for a breathable feel. Upholstered with microfiber, its square seat boasts a cream coloring. Arrives in a set of two, each measuring 36" H x 18" W x 20.5" D.
These sleek side chairs will add sophistication to your dining environment. With upholstered chairs that are durably designed with wood frames, these stylish Parson-style designs are comfortable and long-lasting. Sold in pairs only.
This two-piece set of barstools adds a welcome to your kitchen or bar. The X-shaped motif and traditional design works well with many styles. Crafted from solid wood and featuring square seats, these stools have a built-in footrest for added support. Plus, they come with plastic glides on their feet that help protect your floors from scrapes and scratches. These stools have a 24'' seat height and neatly tuck away beneath your counter or island when not in use.
This elegant dining chair is a centerpiece for your dining room. Crafted from a divine wood and veneer, supported by well-crafted wooden legs, it features Queen Anne style chair back and the soft padded back also have button tufted design, which makes this chair more elegant. The soft padded seat offer great seating experience! It's ideal for your kitchen, living room or dining area. This chair is sold individually from its collection, which includes a table, arm chairs, side chairs and server.
French country meets farmhouse in this 2-piece bar and counter stool set, which features carved details and X-shaped accents for a welcoming look at your kitchen island or home bar. The 46.5" tall frames are crafted from solid wood with a crisp white finish, and they rest on slim, rounded legs with a wraparound support bar to rest your feet. Each chair has a wide seat finished with a cherry hue for a rich color contrast in your space. Plus, they arrive preassembled so you can start enjoying them right away.
This side chair features a dark brown finish and embossed scrolling details. Its traditional-printed upholstery makes it an attractive addition to your dining room, where you can pull it up to the table for hearty family feasts and elegant dinner parties alike.
Whether you're looking at ornate bergères or fauteuil French country chairs, not only are they designed to stylishly stand out, but they will last for years due to the hardwearing and strong materials. Most French country chairs, from armchairs to accent chairs to dining room chairs, are crafted on a solid or manufactured wood frame. You'll find a lot of maple, oak, and pine wood options. Most chairs will feature upholstered seats, backs, and even armrests that could be anything from linen, cotton, microfiber, velvet, or a polyester blend. Design expert Nate Berkus suggests opting for a French country chair stuffed with high-density foam, padding, or even sinuous springs for an extra comfy seat.
One way to tell a French country chair from a provincial shabby chic piece is that you will immediately notice intricate wood inlays, carvings, and curved lines that truly set these chairs apart from the rest. Most French country chairs sit on four legs that are ornate and either cabriole or fluted to add both elegance and personality. French country chairs can be quite bulky and traditional in size from an armchair style to something more trimly designed with a high back that slots nicely into a dining room table. It's all about the details with French country chairs from recessed or rolled arms to tufted back cushions and aproned fronts to nailhead trim. Interior decorator Suzanne Kasler suggests looking at French country chairs with floral linen upholstery and antique white-washing on the wood for a slightly more contemporary look.
Joy Moyler suggests that when you're browsing for a versatile accent chair for your living room, look at French country chairs that are slimmer in design that sits 19 inches off the ground with a 22 to 25-inch seat. This size makes the ideal choice for an extra chair that will fit nicely in most design schemes for when you're hosting dinners or parties. For French country chairs that will fit snuggly around a formal dining table, armless chairs with an oval backrest and a seat that's 18 to 20 inches in width are an optimal choice. And if you're looking for something grander in size, armchair-style French country chairs with the characteristic high back, button-tufting, and ornamental curves that measure 30 inches wide make a timeless choice.
For those looking to add a piece of furniture to their living room or bedroom to create a cozy reading nook, French country chairs that come with a matching ottoman make a luxurious and practical choice. Rita Konig recommends looking at French country chairs that are upholstered with reversible or removable cushions that can be easily washed or spot cleaned for busy families. If you're someone who works from home and needs a comfortable and structured spot to sit, there are also ergonomically designed options as well. Thinking about other modern amenities, there are also French country chairs that are upholstered in stain and water-resistant materials. And to create a cohesive and finished look, you might look at chairs that come with matching toss pillows.
A chic French country style armchair with a wooden frame in beiges. It features curved lines and grooving on all elements, delicate carvings on legs, a front apron and a top rail of an arched wingback. Upholstery is of durable plain grey fabric.
A pretty French country style vintage chair. A woody frame has a shabby finish in natural browns and greys. It features curved lines, subtle carvings on paw legs, aprons, arms, a semi-oval flared meshy back. A squarish seat has a grey fabric cover.
Vintage approach to a set of five identical dining chairs made out of light pine wood with decorative carvings around the frame. The dining chairs are all upholstered with a cotton fabric in an elegant, white colour.
Antique design for a French-stylized country accent armchair made out of dark oak wood frame with a plaid upholstery around the outside of the back and a floral pattern on the front and the thick seat cushion.
A comfortable-looking armchair for living rooms with a frame made out of walnut wood with a white-washed finish. The armchair is upholstered in a microfiber material in a gray color with a tufted pattern on the back and has a comfy throw pillow.
Distinguishing itself with the characteristic high back and golden framing, encompassing the creamy white linen upholstery, this ornamental chair evokes associations with the glamorous times of Louis XVI.
A set of old-fashioned living room furniture, consisting of a wing-back reading chair with a matching ottoman, both made out of dark oak wood with a white-washed finish and a set of thick and soft cushions.
A pretty French country style dining chair with a woody frame finished in grey. It has turned tapered legs and an oval halfback. All frame elements are grooved. A squarish seat and a button tufted back are covered with velvet in grey-beige shades.
This beautiful dining chair with a scalloped back embodies well the French provincial design. Bright stained, gently curved wood corresponds well to the soft, creamy white upholstery, creating together a warm, charming appeal.
Vintage setup for an old-fashioned, gorgeous dining room furnished with a long, decoratively carved dining table with a white-painted frame and an unpainted, polished top, nicely matching the Victorian dining chairs.
A stylish chair of wood finished in worn light browns. Its upright turned tapered legs, sloped arms with rolled fronts, a rectangular halfback feature grooving and carvings. A squarish seat, a back, arm pads have covers of white-brown striped fabric.
An elegant set of six dining chairs made in a country fashion carved out of dark oak wood with decorative engraving on the frame. The dining chairs are fitted with upholstered seat cushions in a lighter color.
A chic French country style dining chair of wood with a distressed off-white finish. It has curved angular tapered legs and wavy aprons. A seat and a subtly arched halfback are padded, beautifully button tufted, covered in plain pale pink fabric.
Vintage design for a traditional wooden armchair, made out of oak wood with a slightly weathered coat of white paint. The armchair is fitted with upholstered armrests and a thick, comfy seat cushion made in beige color.
Pretty French country style chairs of beech wood with a distressed off-white finish. A chair has gently curved angular tapered legs. A squarish padded seat is covered in plain off-white fabric. An oval halfback has an inset of white painted cane.
A set of five identical dining chairs made in a rustic fashion. The dining chairs are carved out of fine walnut wood with a rough, unpainted and unpolished finish and are fitted with comfy cotton seat cushions.
A simple yet stylish and good-looking dining room chair made in a French country style out of oak wood with a light tint. The chair is fitted with tiered back and has a thin seat cushion made out of faux leather in brown.
A chic French country style armchair having a wooden frame with a distressed brown finish. It features curved lines of legs, aprons, arms and arched fullback. A seat, arms panels and a back are foam padded and covered in plain beige-grey linen.
A charming French country style chair of wood in warm browns. It features gently curved lines and rich grooving. Subtle carvings are on a front apron, top parts of legs, a backrest top rail. Upholstery of white fabric has a colourful striped design.
Pretty French country style dining chairs entirely crafted of wood with a natural finish in beige shades. A chair has angular gently curved tapered legs, a squarish seat, a quite tall upright single-rail backrest with an X-crossed inset.
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Crafted from the best-quality, solid wood, this dining room chair embodies perfectly well the ornate French style, evoking associations with the most refined Louis XVI furniture. It catches the attention with its original seat upholstery.
Made from reclaimed oak, this beautiful oak linen dining chair embodies a rustic, natural appeal, emphasized i.e. by dense wooden grains. Off-white upholstery is gently adorned with the bottom trimming.
Vintage design for a decorative dining chair with a ladder-back structure. The chair is made out of oak wood with a beige coat of distressed paint and has a seat made out of woven thread in a light brown color.
With its distressed, yet ornate character, this dining chair represents the charming French country style. Ideal for those, who want to add a cool, rustic vibe to the interiors.
Embodying the charm and elegance of French country style, this chair distinguishes itself with its glamorous, curved armrests, nicely carved legs and oval backrest.
A chic French country style chair with a woody grooved frame finished in bleached greys. It features turned tapered castered front legs. Its thick squarish seat and wide button tufted wingback with a rolled out top have upholstery of grey cotton.
Rustic design for a small accent chair with a frame made out of walnut wood with a white-washed finish. The top of the chair has a winged back and is upholstered in a cotton fabric in a cream color with decorative buttons.
Colorful setup for a cozy relaxation corner in a traditional living room, furnished with a set of two retro-style armchairs with solid wood frames with a white coat of paint and bright yellow upholstered cushions.
French take on a country armchair with a thick seat cushion covered in a floral patterned, giving it a vintage vibe. The chair is made out of dark oak wood and has a decorative seam of buttons around the edges.
Traditional approach to an old-fashioned reading armchair made out of dark oak wood with a burnt tint. The chair is fitted with a back and seat upholstered in a beige-colored, plaid patterned material made out of cotton.
A chic French country style dining chair having a woody frame with a whitewashed grey finish. It has turned tapered legs, carved arm fronts, a curved angular halfback of cane mesh. A squarish seat and arm pads are covered in plain grey fabric.
Embodying the charm and warmth of French country decor, this beautiful dining chair with an oval back will embellish any traditional or cottage dining room. Upholstered in natural hemp, which corresponds well to the distressed limed oak.
With its characteristic oversized design, this beautiful antique armchair embodies the charm and warmth of the French country style. It enchants with its burlap linen upholstery and ornate wooden carving.
Embodying the French provincial style, this beautiful dining chair delights with its intricate silhouette. Ornamental, curved lines, a distinguished backrest and elaborate carving on the seat, back and legs characterize this item best.
An attractive French country style woody dining chair finished in light browns. It features hook-shaped angular front legs, curved stretchers, arms with rolled fronts. A squarish seat and a tall arched fullback are covered in light grey linen.
A classic French country style woody chair featuring a bit worn brown finish, delicate carvings (on fronts of upright turned tapered front legs), curved back legs, grooving (on an arched wingback, aprons and sloped arms), off-white linen upholstery.
A simple yet stylish dining chair made in a French contemporary style out of oak wood with a light tint and a shiny finish. The chair is fitted with patted seat and back, covered in a cotton fabric in a beige color with dots.
Vintage design for a sophisticated reading chair with a frame made out of solid oak wood with a white-washed finish. The chair has a winged structure of the back and is upholstered in a faux leather material in a beige color.
Antique take on a French-styled, country dining chair with a frame made out of solid oak wood with a shiny polish and a worn-off vibe to it. The chair is upholstered with real leather in a dark brown color, giving it an elegant look.
This French country style accent chair with a frame made out of walnut wood with a whitewashed finish is sure to fit in a vintage living room, providing a comfortable place to relax with its upholstered seat cushion in a beige color.
Vintage design for a unique accent armchair with legs made out of dark oak wood with a shiny finish. The chair is fitted with a winged back and is upholstered in a white cotton material with French script written all over it.
Catching the attention with its cool literary script linen, this club chair will be a fancy accent in any living room decor, quickly become your favourite leisure companion after work.
Enchanting with their beautiful design, this pair of chairs represents the charming French cottage style. Richly adorned, curved silhouettes will help you distinguish your space, adding them a refined character.
Distinguishing itself with the beautifully adorned legs and cane backrest, this charming dining table constitutes a good example of the French country design. A nice complement to all classic decors.
Pretty French country style vintage dining chairs with woody frames in a bit worn mid browns. A chair has gently curved angular tapered legs, a half-oval seat, a tall flared backrest. Upholstery is of beige fabric with a dark spotted pattern.
Charming French country style woody dining chairs in off white. A chair has upright turned tapered legs, a squarish seat, a quite tall flared gently arched halfback. All parts are grooved. Upholstery of greyish linen features brass nailhead trims.
Classy French country style dining chairs of wood in mid browns. A chair has tapered S-legs, wavy aprons, a squarish seat, a curved halfback. All parts feature grooving and subtle carvings. Upholstery is of brown leather with brass nailhead trims.
Antique design for a Monte Carlo style dining chair with a frame made out of solid birch wood with a white-washed finish and a distressed coat of delicate white paint, paired with an upholstered seat cushion in faux leather.
Traditional approach to a set of two dining chairs made out of light pine wood with an unpainted and polished finish. The dining chairs have a ladder back and have curved legs, as well as some stylish engravings on the bottom.
