Unavailable|$1,500
Religious Carving of Pope St. Gregory
Located in La Grange, TX
Religious carving of Pope St. Gregory. Carved in oak. Late 1800s, France.
Oak
Unavailable|$3,900
Religious Carving 'Death of St. Joseph'
Located in La Grange, TX
Late 1800s carving depicting the death of St. Joseph in the presence of Jesus and Mary. Amazing detail. Late 1800s, French.
Wood
Unavailable|$3,000
Colonial Spanish Silk Religious Dalmatic Robe Chasuble
Located in Guadalajara, Jalisco, MX
Colonial Spanish Silk Religious Dalmatic Robe Chasuble of Spanish Colonial, Textile, handmade in silk.
Silk
Unavailable|$1,250
Religious Carving of Saint Hieronymus 'Saint Jerome'
Located in La Grange, TX
Religious carving of Saint Jerome, H. Hieron'Jmus (Hieronymus). Solid oak. Late 1800s, France.
Oak
Unavailable|$875
18th Century Italian Religious Carved Wood Relief
Located in Southampton, NY
Beautiful hand-carved religious artifact depicting Virgin Mary surrounded by church and state. Base relief form finishing in round frame. Stunning piece.
Hardwood
Unavailable|$325
'The Four Evangelists' 1728 Framed Engraving Religious
By Gilliam van der Gouwe
Located in Albany, OR
"The Four Evangelists" framed first state. Engraved by Gilliam van der Gouwe (1640-1720), after Arnold Houbrake (1660-1719). Taferelen der voornaamste Geschieden issen van het oude e...
Paper
Unavailable|$1,472
19th Century Processional Carrier for a Religious Statue
Located in Antwerp, BE
A rarely found complete processional carrier with four shoulder harnesses. All original and in very good condition, circa 1870, Belgian. The carrier is heart pine with pegg construc...
Unavailable|$325
Christ Asleep on the Boat, 1728 Framed Engraving Religious
By Matthijs Pool
Located in Albany, OR
"Christ Asleep on the Boat". Framed. First state. Engraved by Matthijs Pool (1676-1732), after Bernard Picart (1673-1733). Taferelen der voornaamste Geschieden issen van het oude ewn...
Paper
Unavailable|$2,975
Antique Victorian Shadowbox with Religious Crucifix Scene, c. 1850's
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Victorian Era religious shadowbox frame depicting Christ and the instruments of Passion also known as the Arma Christi. Features background print in sepia tones with center wooden cr...
Metal
1900s Russian Religious Wooden Panel, Morther of God Icon, Russian Orthodox
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
From home to hotel and from a restaurant to a shop. Iconic item.
Wood
Unavailable|$2,549 / set
Pair of 17th Century Carved and Painted Oval Religious Plaques
Located in Stamford, CT
Circa 17th century pair of Italian Baroque style carved and painted walnut plaques depicting Christ preaching and post Resurrection. Made in Italy. Please note of wear consistent wit...
Walnut
Unavailable|$325
Christ and Peter Upon the Sea, 1728 Framed Engraving Religious
By Matthijs Pool
Located in Albany, OR
"Christ and Peter Upon the Sea". Framed. First State. Engraved by Pieter de Hondt (1696-1764), after Giovanni Lanfranco (1582-1647). Taferelen der voornaamste Geschieden issen van he...
Paper
16th Century Carved Religious Panel Sculpture of Poor Souls in Purgatory Hell
Located in London, GB
Antique Religious Relief Sculpture, Poor Souls in Purgatory Sculpture, Sinners in Hell Sculpture, Antique Religious Carving, Antique Church Plaque, Antique Religious Panel, Antique P...
Wood
Set of Religious Figures in Repoussé Silver by Bartolomeo Borroni, Rome, 1750
Located in Rome, IT
A set of four silver repoussé sculptures depicting Christ, the Virgin Mary, Mary Magdalene and Saint John. By silversmith Bartolomeo Borroni, Rome, circa 1750. Repoussé (or repo...
Silver
Unavailable|$1,905
Tibetan Antique Ritual Oracle Diadem Skull Crown
Located in London, GB
Tibetan Antique Ritual Oracle Kapala Diadem Carved Skull Crown. Rare and unusual Tibetan Antique Ritual Oracle Diadem Skull Crown. Late 19th - early 20th Century. Brass crown deco...
Brass
18th-Century Orthodox Icon of Saint Athanasius of Alexandria – Hand-Painted
Located in LA FERTÉ-SOUS-JOUARRE, FR
A stunning 18th-century Orthodox icon depicting Saint Athanasius of Alexandria, an important Patriarch and Church Father. This religious artwork is hand-painted on a solid wooden pan...
Fruitwood
Unavailable|$518 / set
18th Century Catholic pair of French Lyon Silk Maniples Gold Braid France
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Introducing an exquisite 18th Century pair of French Lyon Silk Maniples adorned with Gold Braid from France. These liturgical vestments, primarily used within the Catholic Church, ar...
Gold
Unavailable|$8,246
Bleached walnut pulpit carved by hand
Located in Livorno, IT
Bleached walnut round pulpit. From the end of 19thc , decorated with simple and elegant floral motifs hand carved. A rare sacred object of great value that can be used to embellish a...
Wood, Walnut, Bentwood, Fir
Unavailable|$3,946
Cloud iron huge altar
Located in Livorno, IT
Wonderful large altar made of embossed and hand-engraved metal with decorations depicting clouds and winged cherubs. Gilded and lacquered wooden base. A major Italian antique item wh...
Metal, Sheet Metal, Tin, Gold Leaf
18th Century Maria Crown Vermeille Silver Gilded Illegible Hallmarks Flanders
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Crafted from luxurious Vermeille Silver, this exquisite religious artifact hails from Flanders, where it once adorned the sacred statue of Maria. Adorned with intricate acanthus leav...
Silver
17th Century Embroidered King David With Harp Silk Tread Green Velvet Flanders
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Step into the rich tapestry of the 17th century with our exquisite embroidered picture featuring King David With Harp. Meticulously crafted with silk thread, mounted on luscious gree...
Silk, Velvet
Unavailable|$22,973 / set
St. Joseph
Located in Guimaraes, PT
Sao Jose, in wood, with polychrome paint, in excellent condition. Religious art.
Wood
Unavailable|$2,636
Spanish Reverse Painting Saint Joseph with the Christ Child
Located in Cookeville, TN
This painting is from Northern Spain of a religious reverse painting on glass depicting Saint Joseph with the Christ Child. It is enclosed by an arched, gilded wood and gesso frame a...
Glass
Unavailable|$1,195
19th-Century Gilt Brass "Trembleuse" (trembling) Tiara.
Located in Coral Gables, FL
19th-Century gilt brass "trembleuse and "repousse" tiara from a religious statue.
Brass
Unavailable|$7,500
German 16th-17th Century Brass Baptismal Basin, Probably Nuremberg
Located in Virum, DK
A German 16th-17th century embossed and chiseled brass baptismal basin adorned with Virgin Mary standing on a crescent moon and (unreadable) text, probably Nuremberg. The basin featu...
Brass
Unavailable|$1,895
19th-Century Gilt Brass "Trembleuse" (trembling) Tiara
Located in Coral Gables, FL
French "Trembleuse" tiara from a religious statue showing trembling lily in the center.
Unavailable|$19,439 / set
Jesus Christ with World in Hand
Located in Guimaraes, PT
Jesus Christ with the world in the hand, in wood with fissure in the part of brings of the piece, with painting polycromada. Religious art.
Wood
Mid-19th Century Ornate Silver Scroll Holder, Moroccan Jewish Judaica Antique
Located in Vineyard Haven, MA
A beautiful, early to mid-19th century silver scroll holder in very good condition. The scroll is profusely decorated with engraved and repousse designs, with foliage and flowers. ...
Silver
Unavailable|$10,603
17thC Church cattedra
Located in Livorno, IT
Louis XIV era church cattedra. At the centre the profile of a cleric, wearing the black doctoral biretta with four flaps , typical for doctorates of pontifical universities and depar...
Wood, Nutwood, Walnut, Giltwood, Lacquer
19th Century Bohemian Glass Jewish Chevra kadisha Candle Holder Czech Republic
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Presenting a remarkable 19th-century Bohemian glass Jewish Chevra Kadisha candle holder from the Czech Republic. This exquisite piece is intricately decorated with classic Jewish ico...
Blown Glass, Glass
Unavailable|$2,800
18th Century French Monstrance
Located in Atlanta, GA
18th Century French "Monstrance", a wood carved and painted religious relic, presented in the center is a glass cylinder showcasing original handmade quilling.
Unavailable|$1,295
Antique Santos "Archangel Slaying the Devil" Figure
Located in Pasadena, CA
Classical "Michael the Archangel Slaying Lucifer". This carved wood sculpture depicts the famous religious scene of the Devil being overpowered by the archangel. Lucifer wears metal ...
Metal
Unavailable|$9,130
18thC Italian baptismal font
Located in Livorno, IT
Magnificent 18thC Italian baptismal font. Circular tank also lacquered in a soft color. Lid blue-lacquered inside and white-lacquered outside with beautiful gilt hand carvings. Main ...
Gold Leaf
18th Century Lampas Silk Floral Embroidery Free Mason Almighty Eye Framed France
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Immerse yourself in the elegance and mystery of this 18th-century French lampas silk artwork, featuring a beautifully embroidered Freemason Almighty Eye, encircled by intricate roses...
Silk
Unavailable|$3,770
18th Century Votive Crown par Gaspard Burel 1778 Aix en Provence
By Gaspard Burel
Located in Paris, FR
Religious crown, usually displayed in a church on the Virgin statue, as an ex-voto. This one is in sterling silver and présent alternatives poles decorated with lili and acanthe fl...
Silver
Unavailable|$2,350
19th Century Italian Nativity Female Figure
Located in Pymble, NSW
An Italian nativity figure from, circa 1840 with its original fabric costume. Carved from wood with articulated arms, gesso finished head, feet and hands and forearms, painted in na...
Fabric, Wood
19th Century in Jesus-Christ Cross in Natural Stone and Forged Iron, France
Located in Isle sur la Sorgue, FR
This beautiful and tall crucifix carved in natural grey-stone is a very finely hand-carved religious cross dating from the late 19th century. The inscriptions "IHS 1889" can be read ...
Limestone
Islamic Ottoman embroidered textile caligraphic Linen motives 1900 Turkey
Located in Antwerpen, BE
This Islamic Ottoman embroidered textile, dating to around 1900, is a beautiful example of Turkish craftsmanship. The piece is crafted from linen and features caligraphic motifs, a c...
Linen
Unavailable|$19,439
17thC faux marble altar
Located in Livorno, IT
Wooden altar of late 17thC richly decorated. Polychrome faux marble lacquer, embellished with carvings depicting putti with typical aesthetic characteristics of 17th-century Baroque....
Wood, Hardwood, Walnut
19th Century, Hand-Carved Meerschaum Bas Relief Plaque, Justin Mathieu - French
By Justin Mathieu 1
Located in London, GB
A large hand carved meerschaum bas relief plaque by Justin Mathieu; the scene shows Joan of Arc with her troops. The carving is intricate and very detailed. Meerschaum is a form of m...
Ceramic
Unavailable|$1,900
St. Dominic Statue Antique
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
This beautifully preserved Statue is made of carved wood, lacquer and sculpture polychrome. The stautue shows controlled work in the pleating and black cloak. The head of the Saint h...
Wood, Bone
Unavailable|$800
19th Century Ethiopian Coptic Vellum Prayer Book
Located in 3 Oaks, MI
A fascinating object of spiritual discovery. The covers are very well worn wood with the vellum pages held together and to the cover by a woven natural rope. Written in Ethiopic (Ge...
19th. Century French Gilded Metal Glass Stone Candle Shade Ex Voto Ornament
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning early antique candle shade ornament dating towards 1870-1880. it has a shimmering blue star shaped glass in the middle with a monogram for Jesus, "IHS" with a risi...
Flemish Hand Embroidery 16th Century Gothic Silk & Gold threat Liturgical
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Flemish hand embroidery from the 15th to 16th century adorns this chasuble fragment, depicting scenes of the Virgin Mary Madonna and child amidst a garden setting. Created with lavis...
Gold
17th Century raised silverwork Embroidery stylized blooming Flowers Flanders
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Presenting an exquisite 17th-century raised silverwork embroidery, featuring a stylized fragment of blooming flowers. This remarkable piece, handmade in Belgium's Flanders region, sh...
Metallic Thread
19th Century raised goldwork Embroidery stylized Foliage Flowers Fruits France
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Step into the lavish world of 19th-century French craftsmanship with our spectacular large raised goldwork embroidery. Crafted on a backdrop of pristine white silk, this masterpiece ...
Metallic Thread
19th century raised gold work embroidery liturgical on red silk velvet Belgium
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Transport yourself to the refined beauty of the 19th century with our magnificent raised goldwork embroidery. Originating from Belgium, this piece is a testament to the unparalleled ...
Wool, Silk
Unavailable|$1,300
Fine 19th Century French Marquetry Prayer Kneeler (Prie-dieu)
Located in Austin, TX
French prayer kneeler (prie-dieu), 19thc., of carved marquetry case, having hinge top opening to velvet lined interior, over two drawers, all above protruding base with lift top, ris...
Wood
Unavailable|$1,437
Tabernacle or Dome 19th century Gilded very Big
Located in UTRECHT, NL
A wonderful 19th century French tabernacle or dome. Made from wood and plaster. With beautiful gilt remnants. The piece has a wonderful patina. An impressive piece for an eclectic ...
Plaster, Wood
Unavailable|$4,000
18th Century Church Stand Gilded Carved Wood Acanthus and Cherub
Located in Guadalajara, Jalisco, MX
18th century Church stand Gilded Carved Wood Acanthus and Cherubs hand carved and gilded in Mezquite wood.
Wood
19th Century French, Holy Water Stoup or Font of Champleve Enamel and Marble
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
The hand painted enamel cross is decorated with a colourful motif in teal, rose, and yellow on a dark blue ground, the design further enhanced by its decorative form. The center stem...
Marble, Brass, Enamel
Unavailable|$7,750
18th Century Russian Icon in Display Cabinet
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
An 18th century Russian Icon with a carved gilt frame in a display cabinet. Dimensions - Icon: 12 x 10 in. Icon with frame: 19 x 16 in. Case: 29 x 25 x 9 in.
Giltwood
Unavailable|$2,356
Burmese Buddha, 19th Century
Located in Paris, FR
Burmese Buddha. Painted wood. 19th Century. Large lack of wood on the base, front and back.
Wood
20th Century Copper Silver-Plate Plaque, with Coral Inserts, Madonna Del Carmine
Located in PALERMO, IT
Particular plaque made of silver-plated copper, depicting the Madonna del Carmine, with inserts in Trapani coral. Below we find the words "Nuestra Senora Del Carmen"
Coral, Silver Plate, Copper
Unavailable|$5,250
Early 19th Century Painted Russian Icon Crucifix
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
Attributed to Viktor Vasnetsov (1848-1926) The carved wood cross with trefoil ends and painted with the crucified Christ and set into a carved and polychrome rocky base. Verso of ...
Wood, Paint
Unavailable|$1,200 / set
Three Brass and Copper Trench Art Holy Water Fonts/Bénitiers with Crosses, 1900s
Located in Petaluma, CA
These handmade brass and copper Trench art holy water bénitiers with crosses or a crucifix are a truly unique and moving collection. Trench art is a decorative item made by soldiers ...
Metal
19th Century French Carved Wood Oratory Reliquary Hand-Painted Porcelain Christ
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Please click on "CONTINUE READING" to consult the entire description of the piece. This piece is a superb hand-carved frame with hand-painted porcelain depicting face of Jesus Chris...
Porcelain, Wood
Religious art has had an enduring and significant role throughout history and continues to resonate with modern audiences. Over the years, vintage and antique religious artifacts have become popular with collectors and the devout alike, and religious art has been used to express devotion across a range of media.
Historic examples of religious art remain evocative. From the Renaissance to 1800, many Old Masters actively explored sacred themes from Christianity. In the Baroque period, painters infused religious scenes with intense emotions through the technique of chiaroscuro, which uses strong contrasts between light and dark.
From the 18th to 19th century, Gothic Revival saw designers using elements that evoked the Middle Ages. Artists found inspiration in the romantic qualities of medieval paneling, furniture and other accoutrements, such as candelabras, statues and crosses. Works created in the Gothic style add drama and a grandiose elegance to any room.
Religious art reflects the diversity of beliefs around the world. Islamic art and Judaica are just a couple of examples of the vibrant expression that has coursed through faith-based art over the centuries. Sculptures have long depicted the image of Buddha, while intricately carved reliefs have stunningly depicted deities from Hinduism, like Ganesh. Members of Nepalese religions that emphasize shamanism have made ornate drums, artistically enhanced with images of animals like birds.
In some cases, artisans have created pieces that celebrate specific religious holidays such as the Jewish festival of Hanukkah. But even everyday items are an opportunity to bring both art and religion into a space. For example, designers of furniture over the years have drawn on elements found in cathedrals and other religious settings in order to elevate their work.
On 1stDibs, find a varied collection of antique and vintage religious artifacts and other objects that can be searched by style, period, artist and material, such as wood or metal.
The more optimal its condition, the more valuable an antique will likely be. If an item is perfectly uniform with no color, this is likely indicative that it is a modern mass-produced reproduction and thus, less valuable. When 1stDibs vets an item, we look for item condition and patina to determine if an item shows signs of age.
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