Medieval Antique

Together the two prints form a highly decorative visual study of medieval Anatolian Islamic architecture. Their subtle palette of pale greens, stone tones, and architectural linework...

Inspired by the celebrated metalwork of the medieval Mamluk courts, this elegant vessel exemplifies the craftsmanship and artistic revival of the 19th century.

It is beautifully carved to depict numerous medieval-style scenes. The top of the cabinet includes a large panel of a man blowing a horn among animals such as deer and dogs.

The architectural grandeur of the medieval cathedral is balanced by a distinctly painterly approach, lending the work both historical interest and decorative appeal.

The Greek Septuagint, which Jerome also had available, translated the verse as "Moses knew not that the appearance of the skin of his face was glorified." In general medieval theolog...

Raymond's celebrated folio L'Art Islamique en Orient – IIe Partie, the print documents one of the finest surviving examples of medieval Seljuk architecture in Anatolia. The plate il...

In his early graphic design work he was influenced by medieval and Pre-Raphaelite art. In 1901 he joined La Maison Moderne in Paris where he designed bronzes, jewelry and fabric.

Such wooden ceilings adorned important residences and religious buildings throughout medieval Anatolia, where craftsmanship, geometry, and symbolism merged into a unified architectur...

An antique Islamic brass planispheric astrolabe, a crafted scientific instrument reflecting the advanced astronomical knowledge of the medieval Islamic world. Engraved with geometric...

Konya was the capital of the Seljuk Sultanate of Rum and one of the most important cultural centers of the medieval Islamic world. During the thirteenth century the city flourished a...

Its elaborate pointed windows, tracery and corner openings belong to the architectural language that made the Venetian palazzo one of the most distinctive forms of late medieval secu...

The continuing use of Gothic rotunda does not require a medieval date: Spanish ecclesiastical scriptoria retained this monumental script well into the early-modern period.

Oil on canvas by Franck (Johann Frank) Kirchbach (London 1859 – Schliersee 1912) A finely painted alpine landscape depicting what is almost certainly Schloss Runkelstein (Castel Ronc...

The sculpture embodies the devotional character of medieval religious art, likely intended for ecclesiastical or private worship.

These iconographic attributes, combined with the rough character of the garment, recall the figure of the desert preacher whom medieval and Renaissance tradition readily depicted dre...

The robust construction and substantial proportions reflect the craftsmanship of Northern Italian workshops of the period, where medieval and Renaissance motifs were frequently reint...

Figdor assembled one of the important European collections of historic and decorative arts of his generation, with medieval and Renaissance furniture forming a notable component.

The IHS monogram, representing the Holy Name of Jesus, the proclamation “Gloria in Excelsis Deo,” the Agnus Dei, Eucharistic chalice, and the inclusion of Saint Peter create a unifie...

Celebrated since the medieval period and revived with fresh enthusiasm in the Victorian era, these gatherings combined dancing, feasting and the making of floral garlands, and were s...

Konya, the former capital of the Seljuk Sultanate of Rum, was one of the great artistic centers of medieval Anatolia. The city is renowned for its madrasas, mosques, caravanserais, a...

A very important 17th-century Turkish Ottoman silver-mounted Karabela sword-saber with a medieval, late 15th-century A.D. (880 AH – 920 AH) Mamluk blade from the Egyptian Mamluk Sult...

Painted in the artist’s characteristic romantic manner, the composition presents a tranquil river scene framed by rolling mountains, picturesque cottages and a medieval tower, all ba...

An evocative and decorative example of early Spanish religious sculpture, suitable for collectors of Gothic art, medieval works, and European devotional objects. Dimensions: Height:...

The tall central column has an all-over diapered surface reminiscent of medieval metalwork and architectural ornament, interrupted by a richly modeled circular knop.

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The calm reflective water, traditional buildings and distant sail create a timeless vision of the English countryside, while the ruined medieval tower lends both architectural intere...

Depicting the mythical beast from medieval folklore, the cockatirce. A powerful creature, reputedly capable of turning its prey to stone.

This charger represents one of the finest artistic traditions of late Medieval and early Renaissance Spain. Hand-thrown and decorated with shimmering metallic copper lustre over a cr...

Whether suspended above a medieval dining table, in a country estate, a Gothic Revival interior or a contemporary home where one extraordinary antique is allowed to steal the show, t...

They flourished in the Roman, Byzantine and medieval periods. The Vatican Mosaics Studio was established at the end of the 16th century.

Its carefully organized grid, varied colored grounds, and restrained palette create an encyclopedic visual language that recalls medieval tapestry cycles and devotional manuscripts.

Its historic centre retains much of its medieval character, with old houses, high walls and narrow winding streets gathered around the church.

Executed in late 19th-century England, the bell is modeled as an idealized medieval noblewoman, rendered with sculptural confidence and narrative charm.

Clopton Bridge The frontispiece depicts Clopton Bridge in Stratford-upon-Avon, the historic medieval bridge crossing the River Avon. The bridge was constructed in the late 15th cent...

Condition: Written on recto and verso in Gothic textualis rotunda; square-note plainchant notation on five-line red staves Transcription and translation Medieval and Renaissance abb...

This remarkable and unusually large writing stand centers on a beautifully modeled bronze figure of Johannes Gutenberg, seated in late-medieval dress with a large printed folio sprea...

Amazing period piece. A Gothic / medieval Carved oak Madonna Southern Netherlands/ Flemish Circa 1450-1550 Weathered, small losses and old repairs H:101cm W:35cm D:15cm Measurement...

Dating and authenticity Date: 19th century Material: bronze Type: historicist institutional seal matrix Not a medieval original, but a high-quality 19th-century creation based on ...

The lady, unicorn, lion, flowering ground, and intertwined animals create a narrative surface filled with medieval symbolism and French historical reference.

It has been common in Europe since medieval times and is practised today in urban areas worldwide, primarily to maintain trees at a predetermined height.

While still preserving the hieratic dignity inherited from medieval art, the painter was clearly interested in creating a convincing sense of place, allowing Saint Paul to inhabit th...

A compelling work for collectors of medieval history, early European cartography, or decorative antique maps, this map offers a fascinating insight into the political and cultural fo...

The Arakan area, in particular, flourished during the late medieval period, becoming a hub for the creation of bronze sculptures that reflect both local and foreign artistic influenc...

The earliest candle chandeliers were used by the wealthy in medieval times. The world's largest Bohemian crystal chandelier, a gift from Queen Victoria, is located in the Dolmabahçe...

The Notre-Dame-des-Accoules church is a former medieval collegiate church located in the Accoules district of Marseille, razed during the Revolution with the exception of the bell to...

Its name and decorative vocabulary evoke the medievalizing and ornamental tradition that became an important presence in European lace design.

Richly hand-painted in its original polychrome finish, the console features a medieval-inspired niche that recalls the artistic traditions of the pre-Renaissance period, bringing rem...

19th Century French Gothic Revival Hall Bench in Stripped Oak brings the romance of medieval architecture into a richly carved and beautifully scaled piece of antique seating.

The rectangular tray is decorated throughout with hand-chased ornament, the recessed field and raised rim covered in scrolling arabesques, interlacing strapwork and geometric diaper ...

They flourished in the Roman, Byzantine and medieval periods. The Vatican Mosaics Studio was established at the end of the 16th century.

Analysis The page embodies the communal character of late medieval and Renaissance worship. Its unusually large letters and widely spaced notes were practical rather than merely dec...

Stillwell, New York The enthroned Madonna, with the infant Christ seated facing her on her lap, belongs to the medieval iconographic type of the *Sedes Sapientiae*, the “Throne of W...

The mausoleum remains one of Ravenna’s most important architectural landmarks and a remarkable example of early medieval construction. Ravaglia’s composition masterfully balances ar...

The craftsmanship reflects the 19th‑century fascination with medieval architecture, translating ecclesiastical forms into a finely scaled decorative object suitable for chapels, priv...

Pair of Gothic Revival Oak Nightstands with Carrara Marble Tops is a handsome pair that reflects the romantic architectural influence that inspired furniture makers to reinterpret me...

The painting depicts a landscape dominated by a medieval castle with a majestic cylindrical tower and fortified walls, perched high on a hill.

Under Seljuk patronage, craftsmen developed sophisticated woodworking traditions, producing doors, minbars, screens, and architectural fittings that rank among the masterpieces of me...

Crafted in France circa 1920, the Gothic Revival fixtures are hand-forged in wrought iron and feature a dramatic silhouette inspired by medieval ecclesiastical design. Each sconce is...

This substantial Gothic Revival-style candle lantern captures the romantic spirit of 19th-century medieval-inspired lighting. Designed to echo the stone tracery and arched motifs of ...

European Heart-shaped brooches date back to late medieval period but this design probably did not appear in Scotland before the 17th century.