Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
MEDIEVAL STYLE
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.
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Style: Medieval
French Gothic Period 'Pillars and Pediment' Fireback / Backspash, 16th Century
Located in Soest, NL
16th century French Gothic fireback with two pillars of Hercules and a pediment.
The pillar refers to the club of Hercules, his favorite weapon. It symbolizes power. Since antiquity...
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16th Century French Antique Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron
German Gothic Style Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Soest, NL
19th/20th Century Gothic style German fireback. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a black / pewter patina. The fireback is in a good condition and does not have cracks.
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Early 20th Century German Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
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Iron
Antique French Gothic Fireplace Grate or Fire Basket, 17th Century
Located in Soest, NL
17th century French Gothic fire grate with period andirons and a recently forged grate. Made of wrought iron. The condition is good.
The total width at the front of the grate is 81...
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17th Century French Antique Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
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Wrought Iron
Important Pair of Wrought Iron Landiers Andirons with Deer Heads
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice, rare, interesting and important pair of landiers andirons is made of wrought iron. They are decorated with witwith delicate deer heads. This is a French work. 19th ce...
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1980s French Vintage Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
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Wrought Iron
Dutch Gothic Fireplace Grate or Fire Basket, 17th Century
Located in Soest, NL
17th century Dutch Gothic fire grate. Made of beautifully forged wrought iron. The fire grate has a natural brown patina. Upon request it can be made...
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17th Century Dutch Antique Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Wrought Iron
French Gothic Fireplace Grate or Fire Basket, 15th Century
Located in Soest, NL
15th century French Gothic fire grate. Made of beautifully cast iron as well as wrought iron. The total width of the front of the grate is 66.5 cm (2...
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15th Century and Earlier French Antique Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
Beautiful French Gothic Fireplace Grate or Fire Basket, 17th Century
Located in Soest, NL
Beautiful 17th century French Gothic fire grate with period andirons and a recently forged grate. Made of wrought iron. The condition is good.
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17th Century French Antique Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Wrought Iron
17th Century French Gothic Fire Grate
Located in Soest, NL
Beautiful 17th century French Gothic fireplace grate. The grate is made of wrought iron. It is in a good condition and fully functional.
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17th Century French Antique Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Wrought Iron Andirons
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of andirons is made of wrought iron with rack. This is a French work. Circa 1900
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Early 1900s French Antique Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Wrought Iron
Antique Gothic Spanish Renaissance Hammered Iron Scrolling Fireplace Screen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Gothic Spanish Renaissance Style Hammered Iron Scrolling Fireplace Screen. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 31.5" H x 39" W x 9" D.
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Early 20th Century Unknown Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron
German Gothic Style 'Religious Theme' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Soest, NL
19th - 20th Century Gothic style German fireback depicting a religious theme. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a black / pewter patina. The fireback is in a good condition a...
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Early 20th Century German Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron
16th Century German Gothic Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Soest, NL
16th century German gothic fireback with a religious theme. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a black patina.
This product weighs more tha...
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16th Century German Antique Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron
Antique French Andirons or Firedogs, 18th Century
Located in Soest, NL
18th century, French Gothic style fire dogs made of wrought iron. The andirons have spit hooks. They are in a good condition.
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18th Century French Antique Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Wrought Iron
17th Century Dutch Fireplace Grate or Fireplace Basket
Located in Soest, NL
17th century Dutch fire grate made of wrought iron. Gothic period. The grate is in a good condition.
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17th Century Dutch Antique Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Wrought Iron Andirons with Double Bars, French, 19th Century
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of Gothic wrought Iron andirons has iron shells used as a bar holders. They are French, 19th century.
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1880s French Antique Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Wrought Iron
19th Century Cast Iron Medieval Style Fireback with Horizontal Lapping and Rings
Located in Dallas, TX
Cast in the 1800s in the Medieval style, this robust French iron fireback features thick horizontal, lapped plates that comprise the fireplace accessory. The fireback is roughly rect...
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19th Century French Antique Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Metal, Iron
Pair of Wrought Iron Andirons
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of andirons is made of wrought iron. These firedogs are decorated with foliage and scrolls. This is a French work. Circa 1900
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Early 1900s French Antique Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
Pair of Cast Iron Andirons Representing an Evangelist, French, circa 1940
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of cast iron andirons represents an Evangelist. They are French, circa 1940.
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1940s French Vintage Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron
A Pair of French Gothic Iron Andirons or Fire Dogs
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A Pair of French Gothic Iron Andirons or Fire Dogs
This is a Heavy pair of Antique Andirons, they are made in iron, and stand on a broad front foot with a chunky gothic look
The And...
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Early 1800s Antique Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron
Pair of important wrought iron landiers. French work in the Gothic Style. C 1900
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This tall pair of gothic style wrought iron andirons are also called landiers because of the shape of the top parts that where used to have water or soup boiling on receipt near the ...
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1880s French Antique Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Wrought Iron
17-18th C. Andirons In The Gothic Manner
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
A tall pair wrought iron andirons from the 17-18 th century.
Gothic period.
One front ring is missing.
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18th Century and Earlier French Antique Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron
17th-18th Century French Fire Grate, Fireplace Grate
Located in Soest, NL
17th-18th century French Gothic fireplace basket - fire basket made of wrought iron. The basket is in a good condition and is fully functional.
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Early 18th Century French Antique Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Wrought Iron
17th Century Style Pair of Gothic Serpent Andirons
Located in London, GB
A large pair of iron 17th century style Gothic serpent andirons with rope twist,
English made circa 1920-1930
Measure: Overall height 36" 91 cm
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17th Century English Antique Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron
Brass Fire Tool Stand Attributed to Oscar Bach
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A rare brass fireplace tool stand with a candle holder featuring an intricate repoussé coat of arms with five cherubs each having a fire too...
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Early 20th Century American Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Brass
Antique Gothic Wrought Iron Spiral Twist 56" Fireplace Mantel Fender Surround
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Gothic Wrought Iron Spiral Twist 56" Fireplace Mantel Fender Surround. Item features twisted finials, vintage scrolling central design,...
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Early 1900s Antique Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Wrought Iron
A Pair of French Gothic Iron Andirons with Guardians
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A Pair of French Gothic Iron Andirons with Guardians
This is a Heavy pair of Antique Andirons, they are made in iron, and stand on an upward curving foot each has a female figure
Th...
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19th Century Antique Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron
Very Large Early 19th Century French Fire Grate Set on Iron Andirons
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Very large early 19th century French fire grate set on iron andirons
This is a very large fire grate set on tall bowl Andirons, they are Blacksmith...
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Early 19th Century Antique Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron
Vintage French Gothic Wrought Iron Five-Piece Fireplace Tool Set on Stand
Located in Dallas, TX
Place this elegant antique fireplace tool set next to your mantel. Crafted circa 2000, the Gothic style "Serviteur" sits on four curved leg...
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Early 2000s American Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Wrought Iron
19th Century French Gothic Wrought Iron Fireplace Tool Set with Bronze Handles
Located in Dallas, TX
Place this unique antique fireplace tool set next to your mantel. Hand forged in southwest France circa 1870 in Gothic style, the "Serviteur" sits on three curved legs the end with a decorative twist, with one straight leg that makes it easy to push up against a firelplace. The set includes four tools with heavy bronze handles including a shovel, tongs and broom in excellent condition. The free standing pedestal is dressed at the top with a round bronze pediment...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Wrought Iron, Bronze
Very Heavy Pair of 19th Century Iron Andirons or Fire Dogs
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A Very Heavy Pair of 19th Century Iron Andirons or Fire Dogs
This is a Very Heavy pair of Andirons and they are made of cast iron
The Andirons are 15” high, 14” long and are 8.5...
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19th Century Antique Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron
French Gothic Wrought Iron Manor House Fire Tool Companion Set
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
French Gothic wrought iron manor house fire tool companion set
The stand is very large and heavy, it dates from the early 19th century and comes from a Brittany Manor House
Thi...
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Early 19th Century Antique Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Wrought Iron
18th Century French Hanging Iron Fireplace Accessory
Located in Atlanta, GA
A tall French hanging iron fireplace accessory from the 18th century. This fabulous antique fireplace accessory piece from France, when hu...
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18th Century French Antique Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Metal, Iron
Small Pair of Andirons in the Gothic Style
Located in London, GB
A pair of English polished wrought iron firedogs in the Gothic style. 20th century. (Back bars could be extended if required).
Measures: Height: 395 mm 15 ½"
Width: 230 mm 9"
De...
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20th Century English Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron
Antique Gothic Style Fire Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An unusual late 19th century antique gothic style fire grate, reclaimed from a property in Sussex. Pairing function with form, this fire grate is a striking piece for any setting, de...
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19th Century English Antique Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Brass, Iron
Antique Gothic Style Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A Victorian era Gothic style hob grate dating from circa 1830 and unusually decorated with castellations and quatrefoils. Finished in black graphite polish, this antique cast iron hob grate...
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Early 19th Century English Antique Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Metal, Iron
19th Century Cast Iron Hob Grate in the Gothic Style
Located in London, GB
A 19th century cast iron hob grate in the Gothic style. The burning area with rosette pattern and cast spandrels below. Decorative wreath motif to back. English, 19th century.
Width...
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19th Century English Antique Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron
Small Gothic Style Wrought Iron Firegrate
Located in London, GB
A small Gothic style wrought iron firegrate. The turned feet surmounted by shaped front bars and finials. Shaped cast iron fireback behind with scrollwork behind. English, 20th centu...
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20th Century English Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron
Very Large Pair of Polished Steel Andirons in the Gothic Manner
Located in London, GB
A very large pair of polished steel firedogs in the Gothic manner. The arched feet with scrollwork below, the shafts with dragon's heads and figure, surmounted by mulling top of crow...
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Late 20th Century English Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Steel
An Understated Burnish Steel Firegrate
Located in London, GB
An understated burnish steel fire grate. Shown in antiqued finished, but also available in clean steel finish. Reproduction. N.B. May be subject to an ...
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Late 20th Century English Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Steel
Polished Steel Firegrate with Upright Bars
Located in London, GB
An understated burnish steel firegrate with upright bars to centre. Shown in antiqued finished, but also available in clean steel finish. Reproduction.
N...
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Late 20th Century English Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Steel
Pair of Gothic Style Fire Tools
Located in Southall, GB
A 19th century set of Gothic Style fire tools handmade with decorative weaved handles. On original gothic stand, complete with fire tongs, shovel, brush and poker.
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19th Century English Antique Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Wrought Iron
English Hob Grate with Greek Key to Fret
Located in London, GB
A good quality English hob grate in the Gothic taste. The shaped front area with Greek key fret below. Half polish finish.
Width At Front: 770 mm 30 ⅜"...
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18th Century English Antique Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron
Polished Steel Firegrate
Located in London, GB
An understated burnish steel fire grate. Shown in antiqued finished, but also available in clean steel finish. Reproduction.
N.B. May be subject to an extended lead time.
Measures...
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Late 20th Century English Medieval Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Steel
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Find a broad range of unique Medieval fireplace tools and chimney pots for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage fireplace tools and chimney pots created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, iron and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Medieval fireplace tools and chimney pots made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and United Kingdom pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for fireplace tools and chimney pots differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $321 and tops out at $14,506 while the average work can sell for $1,463.