French Museum Plaster Romanesque Capital Model on Plinth
By Atelier de moulage du Louvre
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
cast is a museum reproduction taken from the original medieval limestone capital dating back to the
Plaster, Oak
$1,179Sale Price|45% Off
H 6.11 in W 6.3 in D 5.12 in
Italian Medieval Romanesque Carved Marble Capital Fragment
Located in Buisson, FR
Rare and beautiful small medieval treasure. Hand carved Romanesque marble capital, Italy, circa
Marble
Capital decorated with foliage - France, 13th century
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Capital decorated with foliage and grapes France, 13th century Limestone 33 x 39 x 35 cm This
Stone
double capital - french, end of 13th century
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Double capital with hook decorations Grey stone France, 13th century Reduced—cut in the back in
Stone
Rare English Romanesque Limestone Capital on Stand
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
This weathered English Romanesque limestone capital is centuries old, dating from the Norman era of
Stone, Limestone
Beverley Minster Rare 14th Century Limestone Column Capital
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
, Yorkshire. Dating to circa 1300, this limestone capital originates from the medieval period more than 700
Stone, Limestone
$22,263Sale Price|20% Off
H 13.78 in W 16.15 in D 16.15 in
Rare Romanesque Capital Depicting Four Africans, Apulia, 13th Century
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Large stone capital carved on each side in strong relief. The basket is covered with two crowns of
Stone
$19,359
H 11.23 in W 21.07 in D 4.93 in
Marble capital carved with acanthus leaves - Apulia, 13th century
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Marble capital carved with acanthus leaves Southern Italy, Apulia 13th century 28,5 x 53,5 x 12,5
Marble
Decorative Romanesque Capital in Terracotta – 1950s
Located in Madrid, ES
the architectural styles of the medieval period, this capital showcases the distinctive motifs and
Terracotta
Painted Scripture of the Commandments on a Slate Church Wall Panel
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
century The first 4 of the 10 commandments are painted in Medieval script with illuminated capital
Slate
$638Sale Price|20% Off
H 20.48 in W 27.88 in D 0.02 in
Map of Kingdoms of Castile, León, Galicia, Asturias, Biscay and Navarre in Spain
Located in Langweer, NL
historical and cultural significance). - Oviedo (the capital of Asturias, known for its medieval old town
Paper
$280Sale Price|20% Off
H 14.77 in W 20.08 in D 0 in
León 1903: A Cartographic Detailing of Castilla y León's Mountainous Province
Located in Langweer, NL
historical heritage, which includes significant Roman and medieval landmarks. The province's capital, León
Paper
Antique Furniture of Emilia Romagna, First Edition
Located in valatie, NY
its medieval cities and furniture. The capital is Bologna. The book covers boxes, credenzas, chests
Paper
Unavailable
H 11.5 in W 8 in D 8 in
Romanesque / Early Medieval Caen Stone Capital, Labours of the Months
Located in Matlock, Derbyshire
Late Romanesque / Early Medieval Limestone Capital, French, circa 1150-1250. The tapered
Limestone
French Romanesque Carved Stone Capital, 12th-13th Century
Located in Brussels, BE
An early French Romanesque carved stone capital, 12th-13th century. With a reference to the tree
Stone
Limestone Capital, Carved on All Sides, France, 15th Century
Located in Brussels, BE
Capital in limestone carved on all sides. With 3 sculpted female heads. Very detailed, France, 15th
Limestone
Unavailable
H 30.9 in W 30.3 in D 29.7 in
Early 20th Century French Plaster Capital with Representation of the 4 Seasons
Located in Raalte, NL
Really a beautiful and rare piece of art, this large format French plaster capital with around the
Wood, Plaster
French Medieval Romanesque Limestone Capital
Located in Buisson, FR
Rare and beautiful small medieval treasure. Hand carved Romanesque limestone capital, France, circa
Limestone
Medieval Romanesque French Carved Stone Capital
Located in Buisson, FR
Rare hand-carved stone object from an old monastery with a beautiful weathered look. Unique item with a high decorative value France, circa 1250-1350.
Stone
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H 18.9 in W 18.51 in D 18.51 in
13th Century Italian Antique Medieval Hand Carved Stone Corinthian Capital
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Rare Italian antique medieval hand carved stone corinthian capital. Typical decorations carved in
Stone
Double Romanesque Capital, France, 13th Century
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Double romanesque capital decorated with two fantastic animals France, 13th century Measures
Stone
Romanesque capital with sirens - France 13th century
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Rare romanesque capital with sirens France, XIII century Limestone 25 x 28 x 22 cm This finely
Stone
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H 19.69 in W 29.53 in D 19.69 in
Large Capital with Two Animals Holding a Phylactery, France, 15th Century
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Stone capital carved in high relief representing two animals holding a phylactery, probably a lion
Stone
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H 83.86 in W 22.84 in D 22.84 in
13th Century Italian Rare Antique Medieval Hand Carved Grey Stone Large Column
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
stone of medieval taste. The capital has a coat of arms with a cross of Lorraine and two B / N initials
Stone
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H 13.39 in W 19.3 in D 18.51 in
Monumental Stone Capital Decorated with Coat of Arms, France, 15th Century
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Monumental stone capital carved in high relief with foliage and a central coat of arms. France
Stone, Limestone
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H 14.97 in W 11.42 in D 7.09 in
Rare Romanesque Capital Representing Daniel in the Lion’s Den, 12th Century
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Engaged Romanesque capital representing Daniel in the Lion’s den France, 12th century Limestone
Limestone
French Medieval Romanesque Carved Stone Capital
Located in Buisson, FR
Rare and beautiful small medieval treasure. Hand carved Romanesque stone capital, France, circa
Stone
French Medieval Romanesque Carved Stone Capital Fragment
Located in Buisson, FR
Rare and beautiful small medieval treasure. Hand carved Romanesque stone capital, France, circa
Stone
17th Century Architectural Stone Capital
Located in Bradenton, FL
medieval period buildings and into the early 1600s. Rare and beautiful medieval treasure.
Stone
Weathered 19th Century French Carved Stone Capital
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful weathered hand carved stone Capital, France 19th century. Weathered Measurement includes
Stone
Gothic Capital with Foliate Decoration, 13th Century
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Gothic capital with foliate decoration France, limestone 13th century 16.5 x 17 x 12.5 cm
Limestone
French 19th Century Hand Carved Stone Capital Sundial
Located in Woodbury, CT
Reputedly from the Chateau de Cieurac in the Southwest of France, this stunning capital is
Limestone
A Romanesque Stone Fragment of a Capital, 12th Century
Located in Long Island City, NY
French or possibly English, the architectural fragment depicting 4 stylized busts and various crests/ shields. Mounted on a stand.
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H 11.5 in W 8 in D 8 in
Romanesque 'Labours of the Months' Capital, French, Limestone, circa 1150-1250
Located in Matlock, Derbyshire
Late Romanesque Limestone capital, French, circa 1150-1250. The tapered Capital carved in high
Limestone
Reclaimed Compton Style Terracotta Scroll Pot
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A reclaimed Compton style rich terracotta scroll pot. With its handmade design and natural weathered finish, this reclaimed Compton style scroll pot makes a beautiful feature of a co...
Terracotta
French 19th Century Neo Gothic Marble finial
Located in Buisson, FR
Wonderful small architectural fragment. White marble finial in Gothic style. France circa 1850. weathered. Measurements include the wooden base.
Marble
Antique French Terracotta Tiles (17-18-19th Century)
Located in Saint-Gondon, Centre-Val de Loire
These reclaimed antique terracotta hexagonal, primarily from the17th-18th and 19th centuries, have been carefully salvaged from historic French homes during renovations or demolition...
Terracotta
$8,500
H 45 in W 52 in D 19 in
16th/17th Century Elizabethan Carved Oak Three-tier Court Cupboard Server
Located in Forney, TX
A scarce period late 16th / early 17th century with later elements Elizabethan carved oak three-tier court cupboard - sideboard server. English / Northern European; circa 1600 Ha...
Oak
French Carved Limestone Corner Fountain from Provence
Located in Dallas, TX
The eight pieces of Estaillade limestone that comprise this corner fountain were hand-carved in Provence, France. A rather unique water feature, the angular fountain is designed to b...
Stone, Limestone, Metal, Iron
Petite Chinese Stone Drum
Located in Chicago, IL
This low display table is sculpted from a solid block of stone, hand-carved to the traditional drum form of Chinese garden stools. A ring of circles around the top and bottom imitate...
Limestone
Four Piece Cubo Sectional Sofa by Harvey Probber, circa 1972
By Harvey Probber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the iconic 4 Piece Cubo Sectional by Harvey Probber, originally designed in 1972. This stunning piece exudes timeless elegance and sophistication, making it a must-have a...
Chrome
French Country Style Reclaimed Exterior Door
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An unusual reclaimed exterior door originating from France, circa 1800. This beautiful antique exterior door makes a handsome entrance or side door to a country style cottage or rust...
Wood, Pine
English Garden Stone Urn Vases or Planter Pots in the Classical Style
Located in Austin, TX
A pair of fine English garden urn vases or planter pots of composition stone from the early 20th century - each urn featuring a flared circular opening over a fully-lobed body and st...
Stone, Cast Stone
Rare Georgian Antique Limestone Trough Planter
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A very large antique limestone trough planter or fountain circa 1800. It is extremely rare to find a limestone trough like this with so little weathering and losses after more than 2...
Stone, Limestone
Petite Stone Drum Pedestal, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Look closely and you can just make out the hand-carved details that once made this small stone stool resemble a drum. A ring of circles along the top and bottom imitates bosshead nai...
Limestone
Sol a cabochons ancien - 15m²
Located in Saint-Gondon, Centre-Val de Loire
Le prix est pour le lot de 15m² Octogone à cabochons en terre cuite pour un sol classique et élégant. Parfaits pour ajouter une touche de charme rustique à tout espace.
Terracotta
Small Primtive Mortar
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A small primitive mortar in hardstone. Probably Asian, 19h century.
Stone
Antique Limestone Basins Double Sinks
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Reclaimed French limestone double basin sink, fountain or planter. Patina and wear enhance the character of this beautiful antique limestone sink.
Limestone
$5,600
H 27 in W 25 in D 25 in
18th C. Spanish hand carved Stone Well-Head Cover 'Great for a Garden Planter'
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Spanish hand-carved stone wellhead (would make a great planter!) from the 18th century. This antique well cover from Spain has been hand-carved of stone, mostly circular in shape, ...
Stone
Stone Trough
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Stone Trough overall dimensions: APPROX - 47”W x 28”D x 22.25”H Beautiful texture and patina.
Stone, Limestone
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.
Find a collection of medieval seating, garden elements, decorative objects and other furniture on 1stDibs.