15th Century Gothic
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Antique 16th Century French Gothic Urns
Iron
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Belgian Gothic Religious Items
Oak
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Tapestries
Wool
Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Planters and Jardinieres
Stone
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Dutch Medieval Candlesticks
Brass
Antique 15th Century and Earlier German Sculptures and Carvings
Stone
Antique Early 19th Century English Gothic Revival Fireplaces and Mantels
Stone, Limestone
Antique 15th Century and Earlier German Gothic Arms, Armor and Weapons
Iron
Antique 15th Century and Earlier German Gothic Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Antique 16th Century Spanish Renaissance Religious Items
Wrought Iron
Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Figurative Sculptures
Alabaster
Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Animal Sculptures
Stone
Antique 19th Century French Gothic Revival Fountains
Stone, Limestone, Wrought Iron, Iron
Antique 15th Century and Earlier German Gothic Historical Memorabilia
Parchment Paper
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Gothic Architectural Elements
Marble
Antique 15th Century and Earlier German Gothic Religious Items
Bronze
Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Fireplace Tools and Chimn...
Iron, Wrought Iron
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Spanish Gothic Scientific Instruments
Bronze
Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Cupboards
Oak
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Belgian Gothic Historical Memorabilia
Wood
Antique 16th Century French Gothic Andirons
Iron
Antique 15th Century and Earlier German Gothic Arms, Armor and Weapons
Iron
Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Gothic Scientific Instruments
Bronze
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Limestone
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Dutch Gothic Blanket Chests
Wrought Iron
Antique 15th Century and Earlier German Gothic Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Figurative Sculptures
Oak
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Gothic Animal Sculptures
Bronze
Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels
Sandstone
Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Architectural Elements
Stone
Antique 15th Century and Earlier German Gothic Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Gothic Figurative Sculptures
Stone, Marble
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Dutch Gothic Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Spanish Gothic Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Figurative Sculptures
Walnut
Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Gothic Religious Items
Oak
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Spanish Gothic Religious Items
Other
Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Blanket Chests
Oak
Antique 15th Century and Earlier German Medieval Architectural Elements
Wood, Paint
Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Architectural Elements
Limestone
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Dutch Gothic Figurative Sculptures
Oak
Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Figurative Sculptures
Stone
Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Gothic Decorative Boxes
Iron
15th Century and Earlier Gothic Figurative Sculptures
Limestone
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Limestone
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Spanish Gothic Architectural Elements
Granite
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Animal Sculptures
Limestone
Antique 15th Century and Earlier English Gothic Architectural Elements
Stone
Antique 15th Century and Earlier English Gothic Architectural Elements
Stone
Antique 16th Century Austrian Gothic Arms, Armor and Weapons
Bronze, Iron
Antique 15th Century and Earlier German Gothic Blanket Chests
Wrought Iron
Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Blanket Chests
Wood, Walnut
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Antique 16th Century Spanish Renaissance Blanket Chests
Metal
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Trunks and Luggage
Iron
Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Mounted Objects
Sandstone
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A Close Look at Medieval Furniture
The Middle Ages in Europe followed the end of the Roman Empire, and in this time of change, which preceded the Renaissance, furniture was simple and utilitarian, with most homes having only the necessities like chests and benches. Much of medieval furniture, which was often made in oak or walnut, was built for the elite, particularly the emerging merchant class who owned multiple homes.
Life for many in the medieval era was unstable, and furniture was designed to be functional and portable. Peasants worked the fields for affluent landowners and didn’t have access to literature in the way that nobles and people of the church did (women less so than men). The furniture in their modest dwellings was typically limited to cookware and a handful of stools. Foldable chairs, while uncommon in homes of the early Middle Ages and emblematic of wealth, like all other furnishings of the time, allowed for easy transportation of a household. Trestle tables with detachable legs and collapsible beds were designed to be simply moved from place to place.
Medieval blanket chests were among the most important furniture objects and could further serve as tables or even beds. Some ancient traditions were carried forward to build this sturdy furniture, such as turnery. Although the furniture was minimally designed, embellishments like carvings added elegance to the heavy wood pieces. These details sometimes reflected trends in religious art like rose windows.
By the later Middle Ages, storage pieces like chests of drawers were often adorned with high relief carvings, such as geometric and floral motifs. By the 14th and 15th centuries, design had developed to include more involved pieces like cupboards and desks, while benches frequently doubled as chests with hinged seats. Beds also changed in this era from basic boards to four-post designs with large drapes to keep the sleeper warm. These beds and other medieval bedroom furniture were significant status symbols, passed down through families and used as places to conduct business and receive visitors.
Surviving examples of medieval furniture are very rare, yet its distinctive aesthetics influenced later styles like William and Mary and Arts and Crafts.
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the history of glass-making goes back much further than the 1600s. It’s believed that they were making glass in different parts of the world at least 3,600 years ago, maybe even longer. During the late Bronze Age in Egypt and in Western Asia, glassmarking advanced significantly and was manipulated extensively to produce vessels, jewelry, and works of art. Shop a range of antique and vintage glass on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, there were cannons in the 16th century. The history of the weapon dates back to 12th-century China. Historical records suggest that the first cannons appeared in Europe during the Islamic wars in Iberia in the 13th century. Find a range of antique cannons on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024To identify 18th-century furniture, you can research your piece in the context of the prevailing styles of the period or consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. To identify your item on your own, look over it for maker's marks, such as carvings, stamps, brands and labels. Researching the marking can help you determine the maker of your piece, and from there, you can search further to learn more about your particular item. Without a maker's mark, the best approach is to consider the characteristics of the dominant furniture styles during the 18th century. In England, these included William and Mary, Queen Anne, Georgian, Chippendale, Hepplewhite and Sheraton. Some French furniture styles of the 1700s include Louis XV, Louis XVI and Régence. Find a diverse assortment of 18th-century furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, wedding rings have a long history, stretching back to ancient Egypt. The first diamond engagement ring was created in 1477 by Archduke Maximillian of Austria. Browse a wide array of vintage and contemporary wedding rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In the 18th century, art changed in style from Baroque to Rococo and Neoclassicism. Art became more ornamented and idealized during the Rococo period and then shifted toward a style that emulated the artwork of ancient Greece and Rome near the end of the century. You’ll find a variety of fine art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What painting is the most important of the 20th century is largely a matter of personal opinion. Some notable works produced during the period include Paul Cézanne's Mont Sainte-Victoire, Pablo Picasso's Les Demoiselles d'Avignon, Henri Matisse's The Dance and Jackson Pollock's Lavender Mist. Shop a large selection of 20th-century paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A variety of furniture was used during the 16th century. Items commonly found in homes include high-backed armchairs, chests, stools, benches and cupboards. Most European artisans active during the time period produced pieces out of oak wood. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024What 17th-century furniture is called varies. The general term for all furniture produced 100 years ago, including 17th-century pieces, is antique furniture. You may also choose to be more specific and describe a piece by its style. Theatrical and lavish, the Baroque style was prevalent across Europe from the 17th to the mid-18th century and spread around the world through colonialism, including in Asia, Africa and the Americas. Baroque furniture was extravagant in all aspects, from shape to materials. 17th-century pieces from England often feature characteristics of the William and Mary style, such as crisp lines, maple and walnut veneers, inlaid bands and C-scroll ornaments. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022One way to check if your brass candlesticks are from the 18th century is to look for the two seams running lengthwise on either side. This is from when the candlestick was molded in two halves and then soldered together. You’ll find a variety of candlesticks of all shapes and sizes from some of the top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sir Isaac Newton invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century. He created it as a replacement for the refracting telescope, which tended to have poor optics. Find a collection of antique and vintage telescopes on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022British artist John Singer Sargent was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century. Other notable portraitists from the period include James Abbott McNeill Whistler, Eugène Delacroix, Théodore Géricault, Gustave Courbet, Édouard Manet, Mary Cassat, Claude Monet and Pierre-Auguste Renoir. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of portrait paintings.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 202217th-century Dutch portraiture has many similarities to other Baroque paintings, including rich colors, dark shadows and intense lighting. Many famous Dutch Baroque works lean toward realism. In Dutch portraiture, props and detailed backgrounds are uncommon. You'll find a collection of Dutch Baroque paintings from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The French painters of the 19th century worked in two styles. Neoclassicism dominated the first half of the century, and Impressionism was the most common style during the second half. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of French paintings.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025The individuals considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons are William Hogarth, James Gillray and George Cruikshank. Although the 18th century saw a widespread increase in illustrations in newspapers, these three illustrators were particularly well-known for their work. Hogarth's work was extremely diverse, ranging from serious, realistic paintings and portraits to satirical and moralistic illustrations filled with symbolism. A British caricaturist, Gillray is remembered today for his artworks representing political and social satires, like his political cartoons against George III of England. Despite being a prolific caricaturist, Cruikshank is now most famous for illustrating the works of Charles Dickens. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of illustrations.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022At the end of the 17th century, Europe went into a frenzy over porcelain. Asian porcelain was highly sought after, and spurred the foundation of the Meissen factory in France, where hard porcelain went on to be made. You’ll find a large collection of porcelain pieces from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.