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Medieval Decorative Boxes

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
Spanish Alms Box / Wall Decoration with Carved Saints Detail, 18th Century
Spanish Alms Box / Wall Decoration with Carved Saints Detail, 18th Century

Spanish Alms Box / Wall Decoration with Carved Saints Detail, 18th Century

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Spanish Alms Box / Wall Decoration with Carved Saints Detail, 18th Century

Located in Barcelona, ES

Carved wood hand painted donation / offering ALM Box, Spain, 18th century. Polychromed carved wood church collection offering donation money box as wall decoration. This alms box is made of pine wood painted in shades of blue and gray with carved saint figures onamentations decorating the top. Wall hanging collection / donation money box. Originally used to collect donations at Christian churches/chapels. Interesting to be used as key box or key cabinet or as wall decoration Rare find. Provenance: Private collection. No key avaliable. Overall Measures: Saints Box: 33 cm H x 37 cm W x 14 cm D Poor...

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18th Century Spanish Antique Medieval Decorative Boxes

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Early 20th Century Italian Gothic style Decorative Boxe or Small Trunk
Early 20th Century Italian Gothic style Decorative Boxe or Small Trunk

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$1,107

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Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

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19th Century Spanish Walnut Wedding Coffer or Marriage Chest
19th Century Spanish Walnut Wedding Coffer or Marriage Chest

19th Century Spanish Walnut Wedding Coffer or Marriage Chest

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19th Century Spanish Walnut Wedding Coffer or Marriage Chest

Located in Winter Park, FL

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Early 20th Century Spanish Medieval Decorative Boxes

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Early 17th Century Medieval Handcrafted Black Iron Coffer or Box
Early 17th Century Medieval Handcrafted Black Iron Coffer or Box

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Early 17th Century Medieval Handcrafted Black Iron Coffer or Box

Located in Brescia, IT

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18th Century Gothic Reliquary Casket
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Stunning Handcrafted Late 1800s Gothic Casket with Peacock & Gargoyle Sculptures
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Stunning Handcrafted Late 1800s Gothic Casket with Peacock & Gargoyle Sculptures

Located in Lisse, NL

Beautiful and rare Gothic Revival treasure box with bronze handle. If you are a collector of antique boxes and/or if you are looking for an extraordinary jewelry box to grace your credenza or side table then this unique and top quality made specimen in the Gothic style could be perfect. Gothic Revival boxes are very hard to find and we have never seen one with such prodigious carvings on all sides. The unique and cat-like dragon gargoyles (with fangs) that look like they are carrying this casket, are just some of the stunningly carved and detailed sculptures that make this antique rarity even more artistic and impressive. Another great feature are the peacock sculptures. In Christianity the peacock is the symbol of purity. Christians believe that once someone has passed their soul rises and goes to heaven. This is why in earlier times Christians would spread the feathers of a peacock over the deceased since it symbolized a pure soul that was immune to corruption. The peacock also represents immortality, resurrection, and the spiritual teachings of Jesus Christ and the Christian church. Have you also noticed the top quality details on both ends of the bronze handle on top? The quality of that ornamental work is of the absolute highest standard also. There are many more incredibly beautiful, hand carved details and together they show that no expense was spared to create one of the most amazing Gothic caskets...

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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Medieval Decorative Boxes

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Danish Cast Iron and Bronze Jewelry Box or Dresser Box, Circa 1940s
Danish Cast Iron and Bronze Jewelry Box or Dresser Box, Circa 1940s

Danish Cast Iron and Bronze Jewelry Box or Dresser Box, Circa 1940s

$795

Danish Cast Iron and Bronze Jewelry Box or Dresser Box, Circa 1940s

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful casket form cast iron and bronze dresser box, jewelry box, cigar box, or decorative box with interior cedar lining. The front depicts a scene from the 1219 Battle of Lynd...

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1940s Danish Vintage Medieval Decorative Boxes

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Georgian Architectural Model
Georgian Architectural Model

Georgian Architectural Model

$8,500

Georgian Architectural Model

Located in Greenwich, CT

Very fine English early 19th century mahogany architectural model of a church, the multiple steeples flanking a faux carved slate shingled room, wh...

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Early 19th Century English Antique Medieval Decorative Boxes

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Very Rare Casket Minnekästchen or Box, Germany or Italy, 15th Century
Very Rare Casket Minnekästchen or Box, Germany or Italy, 15th Century

Very Rare Casket Minnekästchen or Box, Germany or Italy, 15th Century

$19,656

Very Rare Casket Minnekästchen or Box, Germany or Italy, 15th Century

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

Wooden coffret, call minnekästchen, engraved with a dog, a hare and foliage with polychromy remains. During the Middle Age, the hare is a symbol of fertility, joy and represents the Christ...

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15th Century and Earlier European Antique Medieval Decorative Boxes

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Iron

19th C. French Painted Bauche Fireproof Strongbox with Two Letters Combination
19th C. French Painted Bauche Fireproof Strongbox with Two Letters Combination

19th C. French Painted Bauche Fireproof Strongbox with Two Letters Combination

$3,200

19th C. French Painted Bauche Fireproof Strongbox with Two Letters Combination

By Bauche

Located in Dallas, TX

This antique French safe was crafted circa 1880 in the Champagne-Ardenne region by Bauche, renowned for their patented “Système Incombustible” fireproof designs. Weighing 78 pounds, ...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Medieval Decorative Boxes

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19th Century French Gothic Polished Black and Silver Cast Iron Strongbox Safe
19th Century French Gothic Polished Black and Silver Cast Iron Strongbox Safe

19th Century French Gothic Polished Black and Silver Cast Iron Strongbox Safe

$1,800

19th Century French Gothic Polished Black and Silver Cast Iron Strongbox Safe

Located in Dallas, TX

Keep your jewelry or important documents locked up in this small antique safe from Northern France. Crafted, circa 1880, the 52 pound cast safe has a chic two-tone black and silver paint finish. The heavy...

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Vintage Original Mixed Media Sculpture Box
Vintage Original Mixed Media Sculpture Box

Vintage Original Mixed Media Sculpture Box

$595

Vintage Original Mixed Media Sculpture Box

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This striking original mixed media sculpture is a masterclass in curiosity-inspired decor. Utilizing a repurposed vintage wooden box as its canvas, the artist has created a detailed ...

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Wood

Brass and Copper Textured Lidded Box
Brass and Copper Textured Lidded Box

Brass and Copper Textured Lidded Box

$275

Brass and Copper Textured Lidded Box

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Textured copper box with brass detailing. The exterior of the box features pebbled like texture, perfectly patinated with brass hinges, ball feet and detailing. The hinged box is per...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Medieval Decorative Boxes

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Spanish Alms Box / Wall Decoration in Blue & Yellow Patina, 18th Century
Spanish Alms Box / Wall Decoration in Blue & Yellow Patina, 18th Century

Spanish Alms Box / Wall Decoration in Blue & Yellow Patina, 18th Century

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Spanish Alms Box / Wall Decoration in Blue & Yellow Patina, 18th Century

Located in Barcelona, ES

Carved wood hand painted donation / offering ALM Box, Spain, 18th century. Polychromed carved wood church collection offering donation money box as wall decoration. Wall hanging collection / donation money box. Originally used to collect donations at Christian churches/chapels. Interesting to be used as key box or key cabinet or as wall decoration Rare find. Provenance: Private collection. No key avaliable. Overall Measures: 46 cm H x 31,5 cm W x 14 cm D Poor box...

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18th Century Spanish Antique Medieval Decorative Boxes

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Indian carved wood spice box, late 17th century, circa 1790
Indian carved wood spice box, late 17th century, circa 1790

Indian carved wood spice box, late 17th century, circa 1790

$1,245

Indian carved wood spice box, late 17th century, circa 1790

Located in Central England, GB

This superb Indian spice box is of a larger scale than normally seen. It is highly decorative and original. It is made from a solid block of dense woo...

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19th Century Carved Oak Correspondence, Post or Letter Box
19th Century Carved Oak Correspondence, Post or Letter Box

19th Century Carved Oak Correspondence, Post or Letter Box

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19th Century Carved Oak Correspondence, Post or Letter Box

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

19th Century Carved Oak Correspondence, Post or Letter Box This very attractive Carved Box is made in Oak, it is carved on the top with 2 letter slots, one for UNANSWERED and the ot...

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19th Century Antique Medieval Decorative Boxes

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Bone and Stone Lidded Box
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Bone and Stone Lidded Box

$1,200

Bone and Stone Lidded Box

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Metal decorative box with bone and stone inlay. The exterior of the box showcases a mosaic bone inlay adorned with turquoise and red stones set in pewter. The inside of the box is li...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Medieval Decorative Boxes

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Medieval decorative boxes for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Medieval decorative boxes 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 decorative boxes created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, more furniture and collectibles, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Medieval decorative boxes made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and England pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative boxes, popular names associated with this style include Europa Antiques, Bauche, and Edward F. Caldwell & Co.. 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 decorative boxes differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $243 and tops out at $44,528 while the average work can sell for $2,900.

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