Inlay Crucifix
Antique 19th Century Israeli Victorian Figurative Sculptures
Wood, Olive
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Religious Items
Bronze
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Religious Items
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century European Gothic Revival Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Religious Items
Brass, Bronze, Zinc
Early 20th Century German Religious Items
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Religious Items
Bronze, Enamel
Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Religious Items
Brass, Bronze, Enamel
Early 20th Century French Religious Items
Metal
Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Religious Items
Spelter
Early 20th Century German Art Deco Religious Items
Wood, Oak, Burl
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Cord, Papercord, Beech, Teak
20th Century French Baroque Religious Items
Wood
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Doors and Gates
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Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Balustrades and Fixtures
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1910s English Neoclassical Dinner Plates
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century German Space Age Chairs
Velvet, Fiberglass
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Louis XVI Loveseats
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century French Charles X Architectural Elements
Stone, Copper
Vintage 1970s French French Provincial Garniture
Ceramic
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Musical Instruments
Walnut
Early 20th Century French Doors and Gates
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1950s French Louis XVI Panelling
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Floor Lamps
Crystal, Ormolu
Antique 19th Century Chinese Beds and Bed Frames
Gold Leaf
Mid-20th Century English Renaissance Beds and Bed Frames
Oak
Antique 19th Century European Gothic Revival Doors and Gates
Iron
Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Doors and Gates
Wrought Iron
21st Century and Contemporary African Animal Sculptures
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Inlay Crucifix For Sale on 1stDibs
Finding the Right Religious-items for You
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.
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