Medieval Antique

Unlike conventional rings, this one is architecturally sculpted in the form of a large house, a style characteristic of Jewish wedding rings from the medieval and early modern period...

In Ancient Egypt, falcons were linked to the god Horus, a sky deity connected with kingship and protection. In medieval Europe, the falcon became a symbol of nobility and status—rese...

Where there is a clear divergence between the gem books of the ancients and those of the medieval writers in terms of interpretation, the medieval writers stand firmly in the classic...

At its center, a striking amber diamond is framed by a mix of light blue, green, clear, and red-hued glass, evoking the grandeur of medieval ecclesiastical and castle-style lighting.

Granville – Fishing and seaside resort 7. Barfleur – Medieval embarkation port 8. Carentan – WWII battle site 9.

Ernée – cultural center 5. Craon – medieval heritage 6. Gorron – rural economy 7. Saint-Berthevin – growing suburb 8.

Despite his political failures, Richard was a notable patron of architecture, literature, and painting, commissioning the famous Wilton Diptych and promoting the flowering of late me...

The abbey was an important center of learning and culture in medieval Europe, known for its library and religious influence. 2.

Dedicated to recapturing the spirit and quality of medieval craftsmanship. The movement marked the beginning of a change in the value society placed on how things were made.

GUILD CHEST: Emerging in medieval Europe, guilds were a historical association of merchants or artisans in a particular trade or craft that was responsible for regulating their membe...

This work, called opere di commessi, has medieval parallels in Central Italian "Cosmati"-work of inlaid marble floors, altars and columns.

The vines leaves and grapes in very high relief, almost tuttotondo, curent around the hexagonal base. Medieval artists did not claim to be botanists, and therefore did not seek to...

These horses are seen in all situations. Medieval tournament scenes, ridden by Apaches, by Marshal Lyautey, wild in the steppes, or again, as here, domesticated but reluctant to subm...

Ernest Gimson (1864-1919) Ernest Gimson had a passion for metalwork, from medieval door hinges to elaborate 17th-century fire dogs.

Medieval stone fireplace from the south of France.

He specialized in etchings of medieval churches and cathedrals, hoping to convey the glory of earlier ages that endured in Europe's architecture.

It also resonates with the whimsical ironwork traditions of Roycroft artisans and European medieval revival blacksmiths. Installation Options The monkey can serve as the primary kno...

The engraving shows a fortified medieval city layout with bastions and gates, streets neatly arranged within walls, small trees scattered in the background, and surrounding hills giv...

Where there is a clear divergence between the gem books of the ancients and those of the medieval writers in terms of interpretation, the medieval writers stand firmly in the classic...

The very architectural and precise design of this chandelier evokes the creations of Eugène Viollet-le-Duc (1814-1879), who was not only a renowned theorician, but above all an accom...

The scene is dominated by the dense skyline of church spires, civic buildings, and the distinctive medieval London Bridge, complete with its fortified gates and buildings constructed...

Mary the Virgin Church rises prominently, anchoring the townscape with its medieval character. The artist responsible for this work is William Tombleson (1795–1846), an English topo...

Grasset’s refined linear aesthetic and ornate detail reflect his background in medieval and Byzantine-inspired design, while his compositions anticipate the modernity of early 20th-c...

Sir Gawain and the Green Knight The motto in Anglo-Norman, a dialect of Old Norman French spoken by the medieval ruling class in England, appears in the late 14th century Middle Eng...

Sicily in particular, with its blend of classical ruins, medieval castles, and imposing fortresses, was a favorite subject for Romantic artists and travelers.

Work Artistic range Medieval art differed from contemporary art in several ways, not least in that while modern artists often work in private studios, the production of medieval art ...

Known for his affinity for architectural subjects and historical scenes, Bennett presents here a masterful interpretation of medieval ecclesiastical design. Executed in November 191...

This figure evokes the legendary medieval order of warrior monks, established during the Crusades to protect pilgrims and defend the Holy Land.

This type of decoration is typical of the 19th century when the interest for the renaissance and medieval periods gave rise to the gothic and renaissance revival styles.

Where there is a clear divergence between the gem books of the ancients and those of the medieval writers in terms of interpretation, the medieval writers stand firmly in the classic...

A fine pair of circa 1825 French Restauration period patinated and ormolu bronze candlesticks of good size in 'Gothic' style; the unusual design typifying the first 'Gothic' revival ...

André Derain, Georges Braque, Othon Friesz, Henri Matisse, Pablo Picasso, Charles Rennie Mackintosh, James Dickson Innes, Léopold Survage and Tsuguharu Fujita have all been inspired ...

This lithograph exemplifies 19th-century Romanticism’s fascination with Swiss history and medieval warfare. The detailed depiction of soldiers, weaponry, and horses speaks to the hig...

In 1838 he published the Revival Lithographic Collection "Medieval Architecture". Even today he is considered one of the most important artists in the United Kingdom.

A charming late 19th century watercolour showing an old medieval street with figure wondering past piles of unwanted furniture from the local inn.

This was a big change from the sparsely furnished homes of medieval times. Dutch patrons demanded high-quality, comfortable, and stylish products, and furniture makers obliged.

This was a big change from the sparsely furnished homes of medieval times. Dutch patrons demanded high-quality, comfortable, and stylish products, and furniture makers obliged.

It forms part of an elaborate series of 60 plates that depict the historic pageant, featuring figures dressed in medieval attire, reminiscent of Bern’s storied past.

FUNCTION Chests (of all shapes and sizes) were the most common form of furniture in late medieval households. Even poor households are likely to have had at least one, while the inv...

Bacharach has long been celebrated for its stunning riverside setting, medieval architecture, and romantic allure, which captivated both artists and travelers during the 19th century.

Unusual and unique survivor of its time, this Lantern shows two very clear influences in its manufacture, first is the decoration in the purple and blue glass filaments which evoque ...

Daguet mined many sources for inspiration be they Egyptian, Celtic, Japanese, Byzantine, Medieval or contemporary. He received formal training under the painters, Gerome and Clairin,...

Daguet mined many sources for inspiration be they Egyptian, Celtic, Japanese, Byzantine, Medieval or contemporary. He received formal training under the painters, Gerome and Clairin,...

Where there is a clear divergence between the gem books of the ancients and those of the medieval writers in terms of interpretation, the medieval writers stand firmly in the classic...

French wool machine made tapestry in a frame representing a medieval scene with two ladies surrounded with birds on a background of beautiful trees and blossom flowers.

Waterworks Structure and Plan in Grand Cairo – Aqueduct System, Egypt 1776 Description: This original architectural engraving from 1776 illustrates the ground plan and elevation of ...

A French curfew was a cover to extinguish and store the not yet burned wood or other fuel. In a medieval wooden house, the systematic use of the curfew was very important to prevent ...

Perhaps the most extraordinary feature of these vases is the pair of sculptural handles, modeled as bearded male busts with crossed arms, dressed in medieval attire and rising out of...

A lovely architectural study of a Medieval portal in Paris.

It is an intimate, atmospheric study of rural life in a medieval townscape. In pencil along the lower margin the sheet is signed “Conrad H.

Arundel Castle is a medieval castle in Arundel, West Sussex, England. It was established by Roger de Montgomery.

Hoffmann’s covered bowl is a striking synthesis of Egyptian, Chinese, and medieval European design. Its lid, with a rounded conical profile and cabochon malachite finial, draws inspi...

Author: Joseph Nash, British painter, member of the Gothic Revival Group, in 1838 he published the Revival Lithographic Collection "Medieval Architecture". Even today he is considere...

The artist has included many architectural features within the composition, such as a medieval turret and church spire. Unsigned. The watercolour has been well-presented in a new car...

In 1838 he published the Revival Lithographic Collection "Medieval Architecture". Even today he is considered one of the most important artists in the United Kingdom.

It can look hyper-modern yet curiously medieval. And, at its most creative, it can be utterly, infectiously bizarre.

A very decorative and well-made set, each chair has a steeple back which is a nod to their gothic inspiration, just look at a medieval church and you will see what I mean. In term o...

Where there is a clear divergence between the gem books of the ancients and those of the medieval writers in terms of interpretation, the medieval writers stand firmly in the classic...

Tervuren has a long royal history dating back to medieval hunting lodges later transformed into classical pleasure palaces.

Ignaz Alberti), Vienna, 1791 Important places on the von Reilly 1791 map of Zevenwolden (Friesland): Heerenveen – main town in the region, founded in the 16th century and important...