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
$1,142Sale 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
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
$21,568Sale 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
$18,687
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
$1,345Sale Price|20% Off
H 61 in W 35 in D 1 in
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
$618Sale 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
$271Sale 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 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 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 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
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
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
$22,000Sale Price|24% Off
H 22.75 in W 17.5 in D 5 in
2nd Century Italian Stone Sculpture Roman Relief Aristocrat Mounted Antiques LA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
2nd Century Italian Stone Sculpture Roman Relief Aristocrat Mounted Antiques LA . Hand Carved Stone relief Aristocrat mounted on marble Private collector . This piece will be the sig...
Stone, Limestone
Canopus Jar "Asmet", 1069 - 664 B.C, Egypt
Located in Girona, Spain
Canopus Jar "Asmet", With certificate of authenticity. 1069 - 664 B.C, Egypt. Good condition. Egyptian culture are "Canopus jars". These were vessels that the ancient Egyptians ...
Alabaster
$7,869
H 12.2 in W 15.7 in
17th Century Classical Oil Painting - Diana With Her Attendants in a Grotto
By Abraham van Cuylenborch
Located in London, GB
Abraham van CUYLENBROCH (1620-1658) Diana With Her Attendants in a Grotto 1651 signed oil on panel 12.2 in x 15.7 inches, inc. frame; 31 x 40 cm Provenance: Sale of Sotheby's Lo...
Oil
$10,278Sale Price|41% Off
H 31.5 in W 43.31 in D 27.17 in
Rare 15th Century Solid Oak Medieval Dutch Gothic Chest or Trunk
Located in Casteren, NL
A very rare chest that was completely made of solid oak from the Netherlands middle ages. It is a joined chest with hand carved geometric gothic front panels. The ornaments used ar...
Wrought Iron
$9,963
H 38.25 in W 21.25 in D 4.5 in
Antique Large Hand Carved Oak Gothic Art Panel, Depicting Christ and 12 Apostles
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning and unique 'sermon on the mount' wall plaque with Jesus and the apostles carved in high relief. This large size work of religious art depicts Jesus in the middle and He is ...
Oak
Large Medieval inscription
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Large Medieval German Inscription stone Germany, 14th century 46 x 83 x 13 cm
Stone
$140,661
H 23.43 in W 78.15 in D 4.53 in
15th Century Burgundian Low-Relief Depicting Scenes of the Nativity
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Provenance : In the same private collection for several generations, Burgundy. The canonical Gospels describe briefly the episode of the Nativity. It comprises three parts : •...
Walnut
Large marble torso sculpture, 131 cm high
Located in Rome, IT
Large Marble Torso. ADDITIONAL PHOTOS, INFORMATION OF THE LOT AND SHIPPING INFORMATION CAN BE REQUEST BY SENDING AN EMAIL Indicative shipping costs in Italy: 200€ and Europe: 470€....
Marble
$18,092
H 17.33 in W 11.42 in D 7.09 in
Antique Apoxyomenos Male Marble Torso Sculpture, White Carrara Marble, XIX Sec.
Located in Rome, IT
Antique male marble torso, circa 1850 A copy of the roman marble statue Apoxyomenus in Musei Vaticani in Rome (I sec d.c.) copy of a greek bronze athlete statue Apoxyomenos masterpi...
Carrara Marble
$17,600Sale Price|37% Off
H 61 in W 49 in D 18 in
Very Rare and Important 16th C. French Renaissance Cabinet or Dressoir, ca. 1580
By Jacques Androuet Du Cerceau
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Walnut with verde antico marble inlay, with two wholly carved draped female allegorical figures within arched recesses, and a bas-relief on the central door. Rich and heavily carved...
Oak, Walnut
$29,199
H 87.41 in W 55.91 in D 21.86 in
16th Century Cabinet with Knights Carving from Avignon Workshops 'France'
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Collection Jean Thuile Around the mid-sixteenth century French furnishing evolves in its conception and ornamentation. The start of major architectural projects – such as Fonta...
Walnut
$14,066Sale Price|20% Off
H 35.44 in W 24.41 in D 3.15 in
Carved Limestone Balustrade, North of France, First Half of the 15th Century
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Carved Limestone balustrade. In a modern metal frame. North of France, Ile de France or Normandy. End of the 14th century - first half of the 15th century. Measures: 90 x 62 x 8...
Limestone
French Caen Stone Architectural Fragment on Stand
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An excellent mid 19th century French Caen stone architectural fragment on stand reputedly from a church destroyed in WWII. With its beautiful cream tone and crisp quality, this carve...
Stone, Limestone, Steel
$33,816 / set
H 15.56 in W 10.63 in D 1.97 in
Antique Collection of Italian Grand Tour Plaster Intaglios
Located in London, GB
Antique collection of Italian Grand Tour plaster intaglios Italian, Early 19th Century Height 39.5cm, width 27cm, depth 5cm Consisting of around 200 plaster intaglios, this collec...
Plaster
Beverley Minster Rare 14th Century Limestone Pinnacle
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A rare late 13th / early 14th century limestone pinnacle reclaimed from the East End of the south retro choir roof of Beverley Minster, Yorkshire, one of two we have for sale. Dating...
Stone, Limestone
Medieval English Alabaster Statue
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A medieval English alabaster statue, possibly dating as far back as the late 14th / early 15th century, mounted on one of our exclusive large display plinths. Well weathered over the...
Alabaster
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.