Were there cannons in the 16th century?

Yes, 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.

Was there glass in the 16th century?

Yes, 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.

What is the most important painting of the 20th century?

What 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.

What furniture was used in the 16th century?

A 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.

What is 17th-century furniture called?

What 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.

Did they have wedding rings in the 18th century?

Yes, 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.

How did art change in the 18th century?

In 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.

How do you identify 18th-century furniture?

To 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.

Who invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century?

Sir 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.

How can I identify 18th century brass candlesticks?

One 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.

What are the major features of Dutch 17th century portraiture?

17th-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.

Who was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century?

British 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.

Which individuals are considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons, and why?

The 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.

What art style was used by the 19th-century French painters?

The 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.

What kinds of figures elevated the use of porcelain in 18th century Europe?

At 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.

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Carved oak Gothic linenfold panel, Flanders, ca. 16th century

$1,364

Carved oak Gothic linenfold panel, Flanders, ca. 16th century

Located in Meulebeke, BE

A finely carved oak panel from 16th‑century Flanders, featuring Gothic linenfold‑style fluting with pointed‑arch tops and deeply channeled vertical folds. The rhythmic carving evokes...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Gothic Panelling

Materials

Oak

Unique 15th Century French Medieval Granite Castle Door Stop with Iron Ring

$4,500

Unique 15th Century French Medieval Granite Castle Door Stop with Iron Ring

Located in Doha, QA

An outstanding example of late medieval French craftsmanship, this rare granite door stop represents the enduring marriage of function, strength, and understated beauty that characte...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Architectural Elements

Materials

Stone, Granite, Wrought Iron

Antique German 15th- 16th Century Infantry Armour with Bascinet, Sword & Halberd

$95,000

Antique German 15th- 16th Century Infantry Armour with Bascinet, Sword & Halberd

Located in Doha, QA

This extraordinary and remarkably well-preserved ensemble represents a complete set of late medieval German infantry armour, dating from the 15th to early 16th century. Forged entire...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier German Gothic Arms, Armor and Weapons

Materials

Steel

Very Rare Casket Minnekästchen or Box, Germany or Italy, 15th Century

$18,759

Very Rare Casket Minnekästchen or Box, Germany or Italy, 15th Century

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

Wooden coffret, call minnekästchen, engraved with a dog, a hare and foliage with polychromy remains. During the Middle Age, the hare is a symbol of fertility, joy and represents the...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Gothic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Iron

Gothic Armorial Shield with Rampant Lion - Tuscany, 14th century

$4,434

Gothic Armorial Shield with Rampant Lion - Tuscany, 14th century

Located in Bruxelles, BE

Gothic Armorial Shield with Rampant Lion White veined marble · Tuscany, probably Pisa · first half of the 14th century 26 x 24 x 12 cm This panel of white veined marble is carved in...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Gothic Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Gothic twisted Cloister Column with Crocket Capital - Italy, 14th Century

$9,663

Gothic twisted Cloister Column with Crocket Capital - Italy, 14th Century

Located in Bruxelles, BE

Twisted Cloister Column with Crocket Capital  Italy, 14th Century  127 × 29 × 27 cm This refined white marble column is a distinguished example of Italian Gothic architectural sculp...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Gothic Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Marble

Gothic crowned Head - Île de France, 14th century

$65,942

Gothic crowned Head - Île de France, 14th century

Located in Bruxelles, BE

Head of a crowned Virgin Île-de-France, first half of 14th century. H26 x 14 x 14 cm Provenance : - Private Collection, Paris France (1960) - Private Collection Tuscany, Italy (19...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Corpus Christi. Gothic. Burgundy 13th century., Circa 1260

$27,286

Corpus Christi. Gothic. Burgundy 13th century.

Located in PARIS, FR

Corpus Christi. Burgundy 13th century. Crowned Christ from the borderlands between northern Burgundy and southern Champagne, dating from the last third of the 13th century. Carved in...

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15th Century and Earlier Medieval Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Limestone figure of Virgin and child, Lorraine, 14th century, French Gothic, circa 1330

$40,929

Limestone figure of Virgin and child, Lorraine, 14th century, French Gothic

Located in PARIS, FR

Virgin and Child with Goldfinch Workshops of Metz, Lorraine, circa 1330 Limestone carved in the round with remains of polychromy Height: 61 cm This sculpture is sold with a certific...

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15th Century and Earlier Gothic Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Limestone

English Stone Fireplace in the Gothic Style

$11,956

English Stone Fireplace in the Gothic Style

Located in London, GB

A 19th century English stone fireplace in the Gothic style. The jambs and frieze with recessed panels and end blocking featuring shield crest, circa 1860. From a large house in Susse...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier English Gothic Architectural Elements

Materials

Stone

Small Gothic Style Fireplace in Purbeck Stone

$5,150

Small Gothic Style Fireplace in Purbeck Stone

Located in London, GB

A small English Gothic style fireplace in grey Purbeck stone. The moulded legs surmounted by arched frieze, English, 20th century. Shelf Width: 1220 mm 48 in Overall Height: 1...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier English Gothic Architectural Elements

Materials

Stone

Gothic Baptistery in Stone-Spain

$2,501

Gothic Baptistery in Stone-Spain

Located in Brussels, Brussels

Baptiphere Gothic period -Spain-Galicia (probably granite) The baptisphere was at the time attached to a wall Delivery in Belgium, France and abroad.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Spanish Gothic Architectural Elements

Materials

Granite

French Gothic Stone Sculpture – 14th Century

$4,615

French Gothic Stone Sculpture – 14th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Possibly a Noblewoman Elegant stone sculpture from 14th-century Gothic France, possibly representing a noble lady. The bust features finely carved details in the attire, with attent...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Limestone

Antique Rare Pair of 15th-16th century Tuscan Antiphonal Leaves on Vellum

$8,500 / set

Antique Rare Pair of 15th-16th century Tuscan Antiphonal Leaves on Vellum

Located in Doha, QA

A striking pair of 15th–16th century antiphonal leaves, executed on vellum (animal skin), originating from a large-format choir book used in ecclesiastical settings.

Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Gothic Books

Materials

Animal Skin

Gothic Lion XIV Century in Stone

$1,080

Gothic Lion XIV Century in Stone

Located in Madrid, ES

Gothic Lion XIV century in stone. 16th Century stone carved lion. He has a lot of wear from time but looks better in person than on the photos. Measures: 30x20x15 cm.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Animal Sculptures

Materials

Limestone

13th century French Gothic Limestone Capital Fragment

$4,995

13th century French Gothic Limestone Capital Fragment

Located in Leesburg, VA

Carved during the height of the French Gothic era, this remarkable limestone fragment—once an engaged capital—embodies the profound mastery of 13th-century masonry. Hewn from the bri...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Medieval Architectural Elements

Materials

Limestone

Exceptionally Rare Medieval Castle Door with Protective Horseshoes, 14th-15th C.

$63,000

Exceptionally Rare Medieval Castle Door with Protective Horseshoes, 14th-15th C.

Located in Doha, QA

An extraordinary and exceptionally rare medieval castle door, traditionally attributed to the 14th century, preserved within a medieval castle of 13th–14th century origin. Retaining ...

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Gothic Chest with linenfold panels

$20,464

Gothic Chest with linenfold panels

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Thus, everything in this chest recalls the Gothic architectural vocabulary, making this chest a fine quality work of the wood carvers of the end of the 15th century

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Antique Rare Medieval Pole Arms-Spear and Glaive 15th-16th century Austria

$9,500 / set

Antique Rare Medieval Pole Arms-Spear and Glaive 15th-16th century Austria

Located in Doha, QA

An extraordinary pair of medieval pole arms from the 15th-16th century, originating in the Habsburg Empire (Austria). These rare weapons- comprising a long iron spear and a glaive- w...

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Antique 16th Century Austrian Gothic Arms, Armor and Weapons

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Important Wood Sculpture, Gothic Depiction of Saint Wenceslaus

$39,792

Important Wood Sculpture, Gothic Depiction of Saint Wenceslaus

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

IMPORTANT WOOD SCULPTURE, GOTHIC DEPICTION OF SAINT WENCESLAUS ORIGIN : CENTRAL EUROPE PERIOD : MID-15th CENTURY Height : 83 cm Length : 30 cm Depth : 20 cm Basswood Good condit...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Gothic Architectural fragment abstract sculpture

$2,614

Gothic Architectural fragment abstract sculpture

Located in Vosselaar, BE

We mounted this Gothic architectural fragment on a custom iron stand. In this new context it becomes a sculpture with a almost abstract feeling. Together with its centuries old patin...

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Mounted Objects

Materials

Sandstone

16th Century Gothic Chest, Pinewood, Metal

$5,684

16th Century Gothic Chest, Pinewood, Metal

Located in Madrid, ES

The relief of folded cloths was common in the Gothic furniture, coming from Flanders in the 15th century and used in Spain in a common way well into the 16th century, although 17th c...

Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Renaissance Blanket Chests

Materials

Metal

Gothic Virgin and Child - Eastern France. Mid-14th century., Circa 1350.

$20,464

Gothic Virgin and Child - Eastern France. Mid-14th century.

Located in PARIS, FR

Gothic Virgin and Child - Eastern France. Mid-14th century. Carved in the round from walnut, this work relates to the output of workshops in eastern France in the mid-14th century. S...

Category

15th Century and Earlier Medieval Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Gothic medieval Christian sculpture: smiling young bishop early carving France, circa 1460

$3,500

Gothic medieval Christian sculpture: smiling young bishop early carving France

Located in Norwich, GB

This 15th century bishop - sculpted ca AD1460 - has a smile on his lips and a benevolent presence. He is also something of an Adonis - one tends to forget that in the medieval churc...

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15th Century and Earlier Gothic Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Beautiful Gothic Brass Candelabra/Candlestick, circa 1500

$1,136

Beautiful Gothic Brass Candelabra/Candlestick, circa 1500

Located in Vienna, AT

The item on sale is an original Gothic candelabra that dates back to the 1500s. It was expertly handcrafted from brass and consists of two parts that screw onto each other smoothly (...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Gothic Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Stunning Gothic Period Spanish Crest

$7,000

Stunning Gothic Period Spanish Crest

Located in Round Top, TX

A very beautiful Gothic Period Escudo - Crest from the Navara region of Spain. Masterly carved in stone with intricate detail. A wonderful accent piece for any interior or garden.

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Spanish Architectural Elements

Materials

Stone

Antique Gothic Carved Limestone Model of a Madonna or Venus

$3,250

Antique Gothic Carved Limestone Model of a Madonna or Venus

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique limestone carving. Modeled as a Madonna. With her head slightly tilted, holding an orb in one hand, and with her other hand resting on her breast. By repute ...

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Unknown Gothic Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Limestone

Circa 1500 Antique French Gothic Polychrome Wood Madonna Sculpture

$4,377

Circa 1500 Antique French Gothic Polychrome Wood Madonna Sculpture

Located in Buisson, FR

A rare and highly compelling European hand-carved wood sculpture of a Madonna and Child, dating to the Late Gothic period, circa 1480–1520. Standing at a versatile total height of 46...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Textile

Late Gothic Solid Wrought Iron Castle Door with Original Hardware, ca. 1450-1500

$25,000

Late Gothic Solid Wrought Iron Castle Door with Original Hardware, ca. 1450-1500

Located in Doha, QA

An exceptional and remarkably rare Late Gothic solid wrought iron castle door, hand forged in Central Europe during the second half of the 15th century, retaining its original hinges...

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Doors and Gates

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Antique Rare Tuscan Antiphonal Manuscript Leaves on Vellum 15th-16th C

$8,500 / set

Pair of Antique Rare Tuscan Antiphonal Manuscript Leaves on Vellum 15th-16th C

Located in Doha, QA

A striking and authentic pair of Tuscan antiphonal manuscript leaves, dating from the late 15th to early 16th century, beautifully preserved on vellum.

Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Gothic Books

Materials

Animal Skin

Antique Rare Pair of Tuscan Antiphonal Illuminated Leaves on Vellum 15th-16th C

$9,250 / set

Antique Rare Pair of Tuscan Antiphonal Illuminated Leaves on Vellum 15th-16th C

Located in Doha, QA

A rare and visually striking pair of large-format antiphonal manuscript leaves, dating to the late 15th- early 16th century and likely originating from Tuscany, Italy.

Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Gothic Books

Materials

Animal Skin

Rare Gothic Oak Panel Carved With Vine And Grape Cluster Motif, Circa 1320–1400

$886 / item

Rare Gothic Oak Panel Carved With Vine And Grape Cluster Motif, Circa 1320–1400

Located in Bilzen, BE

"Rare Gothic Oak Panel Carved With Vine And Grape Cluster Motif, Circa 1320–1400" Rare Gothic Carved Oak Panel with Vine & Grape Motif, c. 1320–1400 This exceptional carved oak pane...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Belgian Gothic Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Wood

Rare Antique Austrian Gothic Two-Handed Longsword Medieval Double-Edged Blade

$11,000

Rare Antique Austrian Gothic Two-Handed Longsword Medieval Double-Edged Blade

Located in Doha, QA

An exceptional and rare Austrian longsword, designed as a two-handed weapon with a classic cruciform hilt and straight, double-edged blade. This distinguished form bridges the morpho...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Austrian Gothic Arms, Armor and Weapons

Materials

Iron

Pair of Gothic Carved Oak Saints, St John and Virgin , Germany, Circa 1500

$13,625 / set

Pair of Gothic Carved Oak Saints, St John and Virgin , Germany, Circa 1500

Located in Basildon, GB

A Pair of Late 15th / Early 16th Century Oak Saints, representing St John and Virgin Mary at the foot of the Cross, carved in high relief and raised on polygonal bases. The female de...

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier German Gothic Religious Items

Materials

Oak

Rare Gothic Castle Limestone Chimney Mantle Chateau Fireplace Hand Carved Stone

$64,000Sale Price|20% Off

Rare Gothic Castle Limestone Chimney Mantle Chateau Fireplace Hand Carved Stone

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Handcrafted Sculpted during the Gothic period 15th century in pure French limestone from Bourgogne , Burgundy French region.

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Stone, Limestone

Gothic Hand Carved Stone Surround Architectural Element Wall Mount Fountain Idea

$11,200Sale Price|20% Off

Gothic Hand Carved Stone Surround Architectural Element Wall Mount Fountain Idea

Located in West Hollywood, CA

A Beautiful and Rare Gothic 15th Century Carved Stone Window Surround architectural element.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Fountains

Materials

Stone

Rare Gothic Castle Limestone Chimney Mantle Chateau Fireplace Hand Carved Stone

$70,400Sale Price|20% Off

Rare Gothic Castle Limestone Chimney Mantle Chateau Fireplace Hand Carved Stone

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Antique Dealer West Hollywood CA Melrose Ave La Cienega Blvd. Dating from the 15th century, exceptional Gothic fireplace with a Key Stone in the Center where the family shield and or...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Stone, Limestone

Outstanding Set of French Gothic Andirons

$4,500 / set

Outstanding Set of French Gothic Andirons

Located in Round Top, TX

An outstanding set of French Gothic period andirons in cast iron. Expertly molded with sensational motifs. One of the set has the image of Saint George on horseback, the image of Jos...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Andirons

Materials

Iron

Gothic Revival Metal Chain Link Torchiere Candle Holders, USA, 1970s

$1,541Sale Price / set|20% Off

Gothic Revival Metal Chain Link Torchiere Candle Holders, USA, 1970s

Located in Chattanooga, TN

Set a darkly romantic tone with the flick of a match. About Neo Gothic Style: Furniture and and art objects were equally influenced by neo-Gothic ideas; artists taking their inspir...

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Mid-20th Century American Gothic Revival Torchères

Materials

Metal

The Good and the Bad Thief-gothic sculpture- Brabantine workshop, c. 1480–1490

$47,751 / set

The Good and the Bad Thief-gothic sculpture- Brabantine workshop, c. 1480–1490

Located in Bruxelles, BE

The Good and the Bad Thief Brabantine workshop, c. 1480–1490  Carved walnut with traces of polychromy  56 x 42 x 11 cm 58 x 43 x 11 xm Provenance:  Formerly in the collection of Ca...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Dutch Gothic Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Walnut

Antique Gothic Revival Glastonbury Chair Oak Hall Throne Baronial Bridgens 1830

$4,428

Antique Gothic Revival Glastonbury Chair Oak Hall Throne Baronial Bridgens 1830

By Richard Bridgens

Located in London, GB

An exceptional quality and extremely rare antique Glastonbury throne chair in wonderful condition. The finer of only two we’ve seen attributed to British architect and furniture-make...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier British Gothic Revival Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Very Early Ancient Gothic Architectural Sculpture From Spain

$2,200

Very Early Ancient Gothic Architectural Sculpture From Spain

Located in Round Top, TX

This is a beautiful Gothic stone sculpture made out of limestone originating from Spain. It was likely from a castle or ancient cathedral as it’s depicting a chiseled cross . It is ...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Spanish Architectural Elements

Materials

Limestone

Italian gothic sculpture from the Altounian collection. Marble relief., Early 14th century

$5,798

Italian gothic sculpture from the Altounian collection. Marble relief.

Located in PARIS, FR

Small marble head representing a bearded man in profile, an apostle or a prophet. This sculpture comes from the Joseph Altounian collection dispersed during the Artcurial sale of Sep...

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15th Century and Earlier Medieval Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble

2 Light Golden Oak Dining Side Hall Chairs Gothic Steeple Back Antique Pugin

$2,384 / set

2 Light Golden Oak Dining Side Hall Chairs Gothic Steeple Back Antique Pugin

By Pugin

Located in London, GB

A gorgeous and extremely rare pair of Pugin-style gothic golden oak steeple back chairs in wonderful condition. Likely made around the Mid-20th Century, these beautifully crafted and...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier British Gothic Side Chairs

Materials

Oak

Antique Gothic Judaica Box with Kabbalistic Seals and Sacred Texts

$4,500

Antique Gothic Judaica Box with Kabbalistic Seals and Sacred Texts

Located in Doha, QA

This rare and evocative Medieval Gothic box contains a powerful combination of Salomon’s Kabbalistic seals, a sacred ex libris dedicated to God, and a Star of David inscribed with He...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier German Renaissance Religious Items

Materials

Wood, Paper

Virgin and Child, Sedes Sapientiae, Italy, 13th century, 1280

$28,423

Virgin and Child, Sedes Sapientiae, Italy, 13th century

Located in PARIS, FR

“Virgin and Child” “Sedes Sapientiae” (Latin for “Throne of Wisdom”), carved from softwood with a hollow back. The Virgin Mary is shown seated, holding the Infant Jesus on her lap; s...

Category

15th Century and Earlier Gothic Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Oil

Dragon relief - North of France, 14th century

$10,232

Dragon relief - North of France, 14th century

Located in Bruxelles, BE

Dragon relief Limestone architectonic fragment North of France, 14th century 13 x 38 x 16 cm This finely grained limestone block is carved in low relief with a dragon in motion, r...

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Virgin with Child. Carved and polychrome wood. Spanish school, 13th century.

$68,216

Virgin with Child. Carved and polychrome wood. Spanish school, 13th century.

Located in Madrid, ES

Virgin with Child. Carved and polychrome wood. Spanish school, 13th century. It has faults. Polychrome wood carving that shows the Virgin sitting on a throne, with her right hand r...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Spanish Gothic Religious Items

Materials

Other

Saint Blaise, Carved, Polychrome and Gilded Wood, Castilian School, 14th Century

$12,506

Saint Blaise, Carved, Polychrome and Gilded Wood, Castilian School, 14th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Sculpture "San Blas". Carved, polychrome and gilded wood. Castilian school, 14th century. The figure stands, looking straight ahead with large, expressive eyes, a slight smile on ...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Spanish Gothic Religious Items

Materials

Other

12th Century Italian Roman Marble Lion

$13,074

12th Century Italian Roman Marble Lion

Located in Madrid, ES

Italian Romanesque 12th century marble recumbent lion 12th century Italian roman marble lion with a stylized mane and tail wrapped around its body and hips, the front legs sligh...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Gothic Animal Sculptures

Materials

Stone

13th Century Virgin and Child from Catalonia

$34,108

13th Century Virgin and Child from Catalonia

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Seating on a bench-like throne the Virgin carries her child on her left knee. She bears an important crown high on her head .The Virgin has an ovoid face with bulging eyes, straig...

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Spanish Gothic Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Oak

XIII Century Italian Granite Fountain Mouth

$2,000Sale Price|28% Off

XIII Century Italian Granite Fountain Mouth

Located in Encinitas, CA

Italian antique fountain spout carved from a solid granite block from the 13th century with a zoomorphic appearance in the shape of a fish's head.

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Gothic Fountains

Materials

Granite

Circle of Pierpaolo and Jacobello Dalle Masegne (Venice, late 14th century)

$59,120Sale Price|20% Off

Circle of Pierpaolo and Jacobello Dalle Masegne (Venice, late 14th century)

Located in Bruxelles, BE

While the influences of archaism evident in the sculptor's early training suggest a date of origin in the late 14th century, some might argue for an early 15th-century attribution ba...

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Gothic Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Head of a crowned Virgin - Lorraine, first half of 14th century

$65,942

Head of a crowned Virgin - Lorraine, first half of 14th century

Located in Bruxelles, BE

Head of a crowned Virgin Lorraine, first half of 14th century. H26 x 14 x 14 cm Provenance : - Private Collection, Paris France (1960) Private Collection Tuscany, Italy (1980) Ex...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Limestone

Important 14th Century Polychrome Limestone Virgin from Lorraine

$136,432

Important 14th Century Polychrome Limestone Virgin from Lorraine

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Provenance : - Kunsthaus Heinrich Hahn, Frankfurt am Main, sale 16, June 17, 1930, lot 16. - Sotheby's, Amsterdam, Feb. 26, 2006, lot 201. HISTORIC Located between Mosell...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Limestone

Rare Nursing Virgin from the 14th century

$18,190

Rare Nursing Virgin from the 14th century

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

RARE NURSING VIRGIN FROM THE 14TH CENTURY ORIGIN : ITALY PERIOD : 14TH CENTURY Height : 60 cm Width : 20,5 cm Depth : 11 cm Wood Seated and in a very maternal position, Mary i...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Gothic Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Saint Florian

$47,751

Saint Florian

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

From the middle of the 15th century onwards, he protected against the dangers of water and fire.

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier German Gothic Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Very Large and Rare Christ on the Cross ( height 130. cms ) 14th Century

$34,108

Very Large and Rare Christ on the Cross ( height 130. cms ) 14th Century

Located in PARIS, FR

Very large Christ on the Cross ( height 1,30 m), Painted and carved in the round in poplar wood. Some old traces of polychromy. Restorations to the fingers. but not recently. South...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier German Gothic Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Poplar

Antique Frame French Book Journal Display/Painting 13th-19th Century

$9,500

Antique Frame French Book Journal Display/Painting 13th-19th Century

Located in Doha, QA

This rare and remarkable piece begins with a backdrop composed of beautifully, handwritten love letters from the 1800s. There are three scrolls made up of additional love letters, se...

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Gold, Silver

14th Century Sculpture of the Head of an Angel from East of France or Rhineland

$13,643

14th Century Sculpture of the Head of an Angel from East of France or Rhineland

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This face with prominent eyes, open mouth and beautiful hairs with symetrical undulations may be the face of the Archangel Gabriel.

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

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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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Questions About 15th Century Gothic

Were there cannons in the 16th century?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Yes, 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.
Was there glass in the 16th century?
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Yes, 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.
What is the most important painting of the 20th century?
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What 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.
What furniture was used in the 16th century?
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A 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.
What is 17th-century furniture called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
What 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.
Did they have wedding rings in the 18th century?
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Yes, 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.
How did art change in the 18th century?
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In 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.
How do you identify 18th-century furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
To 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.
Who invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century?
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Sir 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.
How can I identify 18th century brass candlesticks?
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One 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.
What are the major features of Dutch 17th century portraiture?
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17th-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.
Who was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century?
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British 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.
Which individuals are considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons, and why?
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The 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.
What art style was used by the 19th-century French painters?
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The 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.
What kinds of figures elevated the use of porcelain in 18th century Europe?
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At 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.