Skip to main content

Medieval 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.

to
2
29
9
11
9
4
3
1
1
1
1
1,210
851
845
614
284
267
225
184
135
126
125
124
111
111
86
74
38
37
21
17
11
7
6
18
11
21
8
5
2
2
Height
to
Width
to
29
29
29
1
1
Style: Medieval
Spanish Church Alms Box / Wall Decoration with Carved Nun Detail, 18th Century
Spanish Church Alms Box / Wall Decoration with Carved Nun Detail, 18th Century

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

$4,063

Spanish Church Alms Box / Wall Decoration with Carved Nun 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 terracotta hues. A nun carved ornamentation decorates 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: 45 cm H x 26 cm W x 21 cm D Poor box...

Category

18th Century Spanish Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Wood, Pine

Early 20th Century Decorative Box - Brass - Gothic Tristan and Isolde Theme
Early 20th Century Decorative Box - Brass - Gothic Tristan and Isolde Theme

Early 20th Century Decorative Box - Brass - Gothic Tristan and Isolde Theme

$418

Early 20th Century Decorative Box - Brass - Gothic Tristan and Isolde Theme

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

A beautiful decorative box, made of brass. The box is richly decorated with elegant motifs and representations of the classic story Tristan and Isolde. The box was probably made in B...

Category

Early 1900s French Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Brass

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

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

$889Sale Price|39% Off

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

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

We present this beautiful and rare small trunk made in the early 20th century. Made entirely of iron with brass decorations, this trunk has a Gothic-inspired design. A unique decora...

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Medieval Boxes

Materials

Iron

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

$19,721

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...

Category

15th Century and Earlier European Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Polished Cast Iron Safe with Key and Two-Letter Combination
19th Century French Polished Cast Iron Safe with Key and Two-Letter Combination

19th Century French Polished Cast Iron Safe with Key and Two-Letter Combination

$3,600

19th Century French Polished Cast Iron Safe with Key and Two-Letter Combination

Located in Dallas, TX

Keep your jewelry and important documents locked up in this elegant, antique safe from the Champagne-Ardenne region of France. Crafted circa 1880, and built in cast iron, this heavy ...

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Brass, Iron

18th Century Gothic Reliquary Casket
18th Century Gothic Reliquary Casket

18th Century Gothic Reliquary Casket

$21,411

18th Century Gothic Reliquary Casket

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

An 18th Century Gothic Reliquary Casket. Possibly of European origin, this ancient treasure chest has parts dating back as far as the 17th century. Painted and gilded to all sides ...

Category

18th Century Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Wood, Giltwood

Late 19th Century French Gothic style Walnut Cigar cabinet
Late 19th Century French Gothic style Walnut Cigar cabinet

Late 19th Century French Gothic style Walnut Cigar cabinet

$956

Late 19th Century French Gothic style Walnut Cigar cabinet

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

Elegant 19th-century French cigar cabinet in the Gothic style. This beautifully crafted piece features a tambour roll-top door that opens to reveal compartments for cigars and two sm...

Category

1880s French Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Brass

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...

Category

1940s Danish Vintage Medieval Boxes

Materials

Bronze, Iron

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

Early 17th Century Medieval Handcrafted Black Iron Coffer or Box

$19,068

Early 17th Century Medieval Handcrafted Black Iron Coffer or Box

Located in Brescia, IT

The iron coffer, fully original in every part of it, was forged and handcrafted in German in the 1610. Complete with key. Full working iron mechanisms. It ...

Category

Early 17th Century German Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Iron

Antique Bronze Box from Belgium Gothic Style
Antique Bronze Box from Belgium Gothic Style

Antique Bronze Box from Belgium Gothic Style

$900

Antique Bronze Box from Belgium Gothic Style

Located in Miami, FL

Gothic Style, very detailed crafted antique bronze box. Marked underneath, made in Belgium. In original good condition. A-444-335

Category

20th Century Belgian Medieval Boxes

Materials

Bronze

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...

Category

Early 19th Century English Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Mahogany

Stunning Handcrafted Late 1800s Gothic Casket with Peacock & Gargoyle Sculptures
Stunning Handcrafted Late 1800s Gothic Casket with Peacock & Gargoyle Sculptures

Stunning Handcrafted Late 1800s Gothic Casket with Peacock & Gargoyle Sculptures

$6,215

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...

Category

Late 19th Century Italian Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Small Bronze Casket, 19th Century, with the Twelve Apostles and Zodiac signs
Small Bronze Casket, 19th Century, with the Twelve Apostles and Zodiac signs

Small Bronze Casket, 19th Century, with the Twelve Apostles and Zodiac signs

$1,505

Small Bronze Casket, 19th Century, with the Twelve Apostles and Zodiac signs

Located in NICE, FR

Rare small nickel-plated bronze casket, dating from the 19th century, decorated with a fascinating iconographic program: the Twelve Apostles paired with the Zodiac signs. This association, recurrent in the Middle Ages, reflects a symbolic re-interpretation that bridges the human and the divine, time and eternity. It recalls medieval reliquaries, such as 9th-century ivory caskets...

Category

1880s French Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Bronze, Nickel

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...

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Iron

French Gothic Oak Coffer Chest
French Gothic Oak Coffer Chest

French Gothic Oak Coffer Chest

$3,500

French Gothic Oak Coffer Chest

Located in Queens, NY

French Gothic-style (19/20th Century) oak coffer chest on stand with tracery carved panels and a domed lid with iron strap work

Category

19th Century French Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

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, ...

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Brass, Iron

Chest, Leather, Wrought Iron, Textile, Wood, Spain, circa 1500
Chest, Leather, Wrought Iron, Textile, Wood, Spain, circa 1500

Chest, Leather, Wrought Iron, Textile, Wood, Spain, circa 1500

$6,095

Chest, Leather, Wrought Iron, Textile, Wood, Spain, circa 1500

Located in Madrid, ES

Rectangular body casket with semicircular lid made of carved wood and covered with a worked leather that has been reinforced with a series of forged iron fittings, material in which ...

Category

16th Century Spanish Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Wrought Iron, Other

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

$1,238

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...

Category

Late 17th Century Indian Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Wrought Iron

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

$4,063

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...

Category

18th Century Spanish Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Wood, Pine

Bone and Stone Lidded Box
Bone and Stone Lidded Box

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...

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Medieval Boxes

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Metal, Pewter

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 ...

Category

Late 20th Century American Medieval Boxes

Materials

Wood

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

$4,063

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...

Category

18th Century Spanish Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Wood, Pine

Bronze Casket Box with Medieval Scenes, Hardwood Liner, Circa 1880
Bronze Casket Box with Medieval Scenes, Hardwood Liner, Circa 1880

Bronze Casket Box with Medieval Scenes, Hardwood Liner, Circa 1880

$321Sale Price|61% Off

Bronze Casket Box with Medieval Scenes, Hardwood Liner, Circa 1880

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a cast bronze metal box modelled as a casket with a wood liner and depicting medieval scenes. We date this box to the late 19th Century. The box is made of a cast metal (b...

Category

Late 19th Century English Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Set of Three Spanish Church Alms Boxes Wall Decoration, 18th Century
Set of Three Spanish Church Alms Boxes Wall Decoration, 18th Century

Set of Three Spanish Church Alms Boxes Wall Decoration, 18th Century

$11,354 / set

Set of Three Spanish Church Alms Boxes Wall Decoration, 18th Century

Located in Barcelona, ES

Set of three carved wood hand painted donation / offering ALM Boxes, Spain, 18th century. Polychromed wooden Church Collection offering donation money boxes as wall decorations. Beautiful wall decoration comprised of three wall hanging collection / doation money boxes. Originally used to collect donations at Christian churches/chapels. Each one has a different design. All three create a colorful set displayed together. Rare find. Provenance: Private collection. On sale as a set. Measures: Religious woman: 45 cm H x 26 cm W x 21 cm D Saints Box: 33 cm H x 37 cm W x 14 cm D Blue Box:46 cm H x 31,5 cm W x 14 cm D Poor box...

Category

18th Century Spanish Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Wood, Pine

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

$1,106

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...

Category

19th Century Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Oak

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...

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Medieval Boxes

Materials

Brass, Copper

Related Items
Indian 19th Century Black Box with Iron Nailheads, Braces and Rustic Patina
Indian 19th Century Black Box with Iron Nailheads, Braces and Rustic Patina

Indian 19th Century Black Box with Iron Nailheads, Braces and Rustic Patina

$750

H 7 in W 24 in D 16 in

Indian 19th Century Black Box with Iron Nailheads, Braces and Rustic Patina

Located in Yonkers, NY

An Indian antique black box from the 19th century with iron nailheads and braces, carved wooden base and rustic patina. Created in India during the 19th century, this box features a linear silhouette perfectly complimented by a black patina accented with iron nailheads. The lid opens fully to reveal a reddish brown lacquered interior with nicely weathered appearance. Raised on a carved wooden base with iron details, this antique Indian box...

Category

19th Century Indian Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Iron

Early 20th century French Wood and Brass Musical Cigar Boxe, 1920s
Early 20th century French Wood and Brass Musical Cigar Boxe, 1920s

Early 20th century French Wood and Brass Musical Cigar Boxe, 1920s

$1,135

H 11.82 in Dm 7.49 in

Early 20th century French Wood and Brass Musical Cigar Boxe, 1920s

Located in LEGNY, FR

Magnificent Napoleon III style musical cigar humidor dating from the beginning of the 20th century in lacquered wood and garland of brass beads. A lyre adorns each door. By turning t...

Category

1920s French Vintage Medieval Boxes

Materials

Brass

20th Century Italian Solid Silver Trunk-Shaped Box with Squirrel Knob
20th Century Italian Solid Silver Trunk-Shaped Box with Squirrel Knob

20th Century Italian Solid Silver Trunk-Shaped Box with Squirrel Knob

$2,098Sale Price|20% Off

H 5.12 in W 6.7 in D 4.34 in

20th Century Italian Solid Silver Trunk-Shaped Box with Squirrel Knob

Located in VALENZA, IT

Solid silver 800 box the shape of a tree trunk. The feet are oak leaf and the knob depicts a squirrel on two oak leaves holding an acorn in his hands. The hinged box is gold-plated ...

Category

1990s Italian Medieval Boxes

Materials

Silver

Pair of Early 20th Century Boxwood Italian Pharmacy Bottles
Pair of Early 20th Century Boxwood Italian Pharmacy Bottles

Pair of Early 20th Century Boxwood Italian Pharmacy Bottles

$775 / set

H 8.27 in Dm 3.94 in

Pair of Early 20th Century Boxwood Italian Pharmacy Bottles

Located in Roma, IT

A pair of early 20th century boxwood containers (21 cm) that allowed the discreet storage of medicines destined to treatments of pathologies to be kept hidden. A unique set that w...

Category

Early 1900s Italian Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Boxwood

Early 18th Century Italian Carved and Dovetailed Walnut Alms Box
Early 18th Century Italian Carved and Dovetailed Walnut Alms Box

Early 18th Century Italian Carved and Dovetailed Walnut Alms Box

$1,750

H 11.25 in W 13.5 in D 18 in

Early 18th Century Italian Carved and Dovetailed Walnut Alms Box

Located in San Francisco, CA

Early 18th century Italian carved and dovetailed walnut alms box, circa 1725 Large dovetails and old handwrought nails give this small scale box a hea...

Category

Early 18th Century Italian Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Iron

French Post Office Mailbox - Cast Iron - Delachanal Model - Late 19th Century
French Post Office Mailbox - Cast Iron - Delachanal Model - Late 19th Century

French Post Office Mailbox - Cast Iron - Delachanal Model - Late 19th Century

$3,944

H 22.84 in W 12.6 in D 10.63 in

French Post Office Mailbox - Cast Iron - Delachanal Model - Late 19th Century

Located in BARSAC, FR

Public mailbox of the French Post Office Model in molded cast iron manufactured by Delachanal in Paris - Late 19th Century Good general condition - presented in its original conditi...

Category

Early 19th Century French Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century French Wood Box
Early 20th Century French Wood Box

Early 20th Century French Wood Box

Unavailable|$350

H 16.25 in W 16 in D 16.25 in

Early 20th Century French Wood Box

Located in Burton, TX

Found in the South of France, this wooden box was handmade in France in the early 20th Century. The piece presents nailhead trim around the edges, a brass handle on the top and a met...

Category

Early 20th Century French Medieval Boxes

Materials

Wood

19th century non-combustible cast-iron travel strongbox by Bauche-Fichet, France
19th century non-combustible cast-iron travel strongbox by Bauche-Fichet, France

19th century non-combustible cast-iron travel strongbox by Bauche-Fichet, France

$1,254

H 9.06 in W 15.36 in D 11.42 in

19th century non-combustible cast-iron travel strongbox by Bauche-Fichet, France

Located in NICE, FR

19th century non-combustible cast-iron travel strongbox by Bauche-Fichet, France Antique travel safe in non-combustible cast iron from northeastern France (Gueux, Marne). It is de...

Category

Mid-19th Century French Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Iron

Iron strong box or safe. 19th century
Iron strong box or safe. 19th century

Iron strong box or safe. 19th century

$1,613

H 13 in W 18.9 in D 11.82 in

Iron strong box or safe. 19th century

Located in Madrid, ES

Safe box. Iron. XIX century. Rectangular safe made of iron, with a rectangular base, two handles on the sides and classicist-influenced molding decorations on the fronts and top. It...

Category

19th Century European Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Other, Iron

French Cast Iron Safe Strong Box by Bauche
French Cast Iron Safe Strong Box by Bauche

French Cast Iron Safe Strong Box by Bauche

$5,534

H 9.06 in W 15.36 in D 11.42 in

French Cast Iron Safe Strong Box by Bauche

By Bauche

Located in Northampton, GB

FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING Cast Iron French Safe or Strong Box From our Boxes collection, we are pleased to offer this French Safe Cast Iron Strong Box by Bauche. The Safe of rectangular form made from cast iron with extensive riveting and twin loop handles. The safe has two escutcheon covers to the front, the left is the genuine lock which turns to reveal the keyhole and the right is a dummy for symmetry. The top of the box is fitted with a plaque that reads in French Incombustible Systeme Bauche Brevete S.G.D.G usine A Gueux Marne (Incombustible System Bauche Patented S.G.D.G factory A Gueux Marne). The interior of the safe has been lined in a gunmetal grey cushioned velvet to give cushioning to your most treasured objects. Has Key and fully working lock. The French Safe dates to the second half of the 19th century during the reign of Napoleon III circa 1865. Henry Bauche Bauche Safes...

Category

Mid-19th Century French Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Iron

Previously Available Items
Gothic Oak Chest – Northern France, Circa 1320–1360
Gothic Oak Chest – Northern France, Circa 1320–1360

Gothic Oak Chest – Northern France, Circa 1320–1360

Sold

H 10.83 in W 20.87 in D 11.82 in

Gothic Oak Chest – Northern France, Circa 1320–1360

Located in Bilzen, BE

Rare medieval oak coffer carved with Gothic tracery, featuring lancets and quatrefoils characteristic of Northern French Gothic architecture (Picardy / Artois) in the 14th century. ...

Category

15th Century and Earlier French Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Polished Bauche Fireproof Strongbox with Royal Coat of Arms
19th Century French Polished Bauche Fireproof Strongbox with Royal Coat of Arms

19th Century French Polished Bauche Fireproof Strongbox with Royal Coat of Arms

Sold

H 7.5 in W 15 in D 10.25 in

19th Century French Polished Bauche Fireproof Strongbox with Royal Coat of Arms

By Bauche

Located in Dallas, TX

This French fireproof strongbox, crafted circa 1880 by Bauche in the Marne region, showcases the period’s finest industrial security design. Constructed in heavy cast iron and weighi...

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Iron

Vintage Brass Cigar Box with Medieval Micro-Cosmos, 1950s
Vintage Brass Cigar Box with Medieval Micro-Cosmos, 1950s

Vintage Brass Cigar Box with Medieval Micro-Cosmos, 1950s

Sold

H 2.37 in W 7.09 in D 5.12 in

Vintage Brass Cigar Box with Medieval Micro-Cosmos, 1950s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A unusual brass cigar box embossed with medieval scenes to its lid and sides. Cedar wood panneling to its inside making in suitable as a humidor for storing cigar, pipe tobacco or ci...

Category

1950s Danish Vintage Medieval Boxes

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Silver Metal Lidded Box
19th Century French Silver Metal Lidded Box

19th Century French Silver Metal Lidded Box

Sold

H 3.25 in W 6 in D 3.75 in

19th Century French Silver Metal Lidded Box

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

19th Century French Silver Metal Lidded Box Unique piece purchased in France. Mid 19th Century. Gorgeous, see detailed photos.

Category

Mid-19th Century French Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Silver

Bronze Cigar Box w. Scene from The Bayeux Tapestry by N. Dam Ravn
Bronze Cigar Box w. Scene from The Bayeux Tapestry by N. Dam Ravn

Bronze Cigar Box w. Scene from The Bayeux Tapestry by N. Dam Ravn

Sold

H 1.78 in W 5.91 in D 3.94 in

Bronze Cigar Box w. Scene from The Bayeux Tapestry by N. Dam Ravn

Located in Esbjerg, DK

- Heavy bronze box with a scene from The Bayeux Tapestry in relief. Latin text: ISTI PORTAN:ARMAS ADNAVES: EIHIC:TRANVNT CARRVM: CVMVINO:ETARMIS - The Bayeux Tapestry tells the stor...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Medieval Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Early 20th Century Decorative Box - Gothic Style - Brass
Early 20th Century Decorative Box - Gothic Style - Brass

Early 20th Century Decorative Box - Gothic Style - Brass

Sold

H 3.94 in W 8.67 in D 4.34 in

Early 20th Century Decorative Box - Gothic Style - Brass

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

A beautiful antique decorative box, made of brass. Nicely decorated in Gothic style. Estimated age and origin: France, circa 1920. The box is ...

Category

1880s French Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Brass

Viking Treasure Chest in Bronze by Edward Aagaard, 1950s
Viking Treasure Chest in Bronze by Edward Aagaard, 1950s

Viking Treasure Chest in Bronze by Edward Aagaard, 1950s

Sold

H 3.94 in W 7.88 in D 3.75 in

Viking Treasure Chest in Bronze by Edward Aagaard, 1950s

By Edward Aagaard

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Vintage Danish Bronze Casket Box by Edward Aagaard w/ Thyra Dannebod. This Box was made by renowned Danish artist Edward Aagaard who was active in the mid 1900s. He specialized in ar...

Category

1950s Danish Vintage Medieval Boxes

Materials

Bronze

20th Century French Gothic Decorative Storage Box with Foliage Motifs
20th Century French Gothic Decorative Storage Box with Foliage Motifs

20th Century French Gothic Decorative Storage Box with Foliage Motifs

Sold

H 11 in W 14 in D 14 in

20th Century French Gothic Decorative Storage Box with Foliage Motifs

Located in Dallas, TX

This beautifully executed square box crafted circa 1990 is embellished with a handle made into a twisted branch form with a leaf accented on either side, a latch on the front firmly ...

Category

Late 20th Century American Medieval Boxes

Materials

Iron

Antique Brass Decorative Box - Gothic Style
Antique Brass Decorative Box - Gothic Style

Antique Brass Decorative Box - Gothic Style

Sold

H 3.55 in W 9.45 in D 4.73 in

Antique Brass Decorative Box - Gothic Style

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

A nice antique brass box, with beautiful Gothic style scenes. The box is in good condition. Beautiful color and old patina. Estimated age and origin:...

Category

Early 1900s Belgian Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Brass

Early 20th Century Brass Box - Gothic Style
Early 20th Century Brass Box - Gothic Style

Early 20th Century Brass Box - Gothic Style

Sold

H 2.37 in W 4.34 in D 2.76 in

Early 20th Century Brass Box - Gothic Style

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

A beautiful decorative brass box. Beautiful ornaments in gothic style. Estimated date and origin: France, circa 1910. Dimensions: 10,5 x 6,5 cm and 6 cm tall. The box is in good c...

Category

Early 1900s French Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Brass

Early 20th Century Brass Box - Gothic Style
Early 20th Century Brass Box - Gothic Style

Early 20th Century Brass Box - Gothic Style

Sold

H 2.76 in W 5.91 in D 3.94 in

Early 20th Century Brass Box - Gothic Style

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

A beautiful decorative brass box. Beautiful ornaments in gothic style. Estimated date and origin: France, circa 1910. Dimensions: 15 x 10 cm and 7 cm tall. The box is in good cond...

Category

Early 1900s French Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Brass

A French 15th century gothic iron casket
A French 15th century gothic iron casket

A French 15th century gothic iron casket

Sold

H 7.09 in W 9.06 in D 5.51 in

A French 15th century gothic iron casket

Located in PARIS, FR

A French gothic iron casket Dimensions: h. 18 cm, l. 23 cm, p. 14cm 15th century France Without key A rare parallelepipedal box with a domed lid, it is d...

Category

15th Century and Earlier French Antique Medieval Boxes

Materials

Wrought Iron

Medieval boxes for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Medieval 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 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 boxes made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Spain pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original 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 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 $2,837.

More Ways To Browse

Antique Counter Box
Antique Tibetan Boxes
Antique Travel Vanity Case
Antique Vintage Metal Box
Art Deco Enamel Vanity Cases
Baccarat Casket Box
Blue Lacquer Box
Burled Wood Box
Coffre Fort
Crab Box
Cuba Cigar
Dutch Brass Box
Green Marble Box
Indian Marquetry
Japanese Inro Box
Japanese Inro Boxes
Limoges Blue Box
Marquetry Music Box
View All Popular Boxes Searches