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Medieval Decorative Objects

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
Tall Pair of Wrought Iron Candleholders, Early 19th Century
Tall Pair of Wrought Iron Candleholders, Early 19th Century

Tall Pair of Wrought Iron Candleholders, Early 19th Century

$19,326 / set

Tall Pair of Wrought Iron Candleholders, Early 19th Century

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Elegant and rare pair of heavy wrought iron candleholders with a crown of flowers, raised on a tripod base. Probably from Italy.

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Early 19th Century European Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Hand Carved Stone Vide poche Basin Jardinière Bowl Planter Vessel Sink Antiques
Hand Carved Stone Vide poche Basin Jardinière Bowl Planter Vessel Sink Antiques

Hand Carved Stone Vide poche Basin Jardinière Bowl Planter Vessel Sink Antiques

$2,960Sale Price|20% Off

Hand Carved Stone Vide poche Basin Jardinière Bowl Planter Vessel Sink Antiques

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hand Carved Stone Vide poche Basin Jardinière bowl planter vessel sink Antiques . 17th C. Possibly earlier Gothic Container . A Water Trough Benitier in a ...

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17th Century French Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone, Limestone

16th Century Giltwood and Polychrome Group Carving – 'God and Mary'
16th Century Giltwood and Polychrome Group Carving – 'God and Mary'

16th Century Giltwood and Polychrome Group Carving – 'God and Mary'

$13,824

16th Century Giltwood and Polychrome Group Carving – 'God and Mary'

Located in Basildon, GB

A 16th Century Giltwood and Polychromed Carved Group depicting God and Mary seated on a plinth.

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16th Century European Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Giltwood

Virgin and the Child, Mosan Region, Second Half of 13th Century
Virgin and the Child, Mosan Region, Second Half of 13th Century

Virgin and the Child, Mosan Region, Second Half of 13th Century

$24,157Sale Price|20% Off

Virgin and the Child, Mosan Region, Second Half of 13th Century

Located in Bruxelles, BE

A polychrome sculpture depicting the Virgin and the Child Mosan region, second half of 13th century Polychrome wood 73 x 29 X 12 cm Provenance : Former Belgian private collection from the beginning of the 20th century This remarkable early artwork portrays the Enthroned Virgin and Child, also known as Sedes Sapientiae, which translates to the 'Seat of Wisdom...

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15th Century and Earlier Belgian Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

1800s Baroque / Gothic Style Brass Church Candlestick
1800s Baroque / Gothic Style Brass Church Candlestick

1800s Baroque / Gothic Style Brass Church Candlestick

$440Sale Price|20% Off

1800s Baroque / Gothic Style Brass Church Candlestick

Located in Skien, NO

This stunning brass/bronze candlestick features a rustic patina and showcases the craftsmanship of the European Gothic Revival and Baroque styles from the 1800s. Its timeless desig...

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19th Century European Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Bronze

12th Century Italian Roman Marble Lion
12th Century Italian Roman Marble Lion

12th Century Italian Roman Marble Lion

$13,890

12th Century Italian Roman Marble Lion

Located in Madrid, ES

Italian Romanesque 12th century marble recumbent lion 12th century Italian roman marble lion  with a stylized mane and tail wrapped around its body a...

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15th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

A. W. N. Pugin 'Bull of St Luke' 6-Inch Encaustic Tile by Minton
A. W. N. Pugin 'Bull of St Luke' 6-Inch Encaustic Tile by Minton

A. W. N. Pugin 'Bull of St Luke' 6-Inch Encaustic Tile by Minton

$2,453

A. W. N. Pugin 'Bull of St Luke' 6-Inch Encaustic Tile by Minton

By Minton

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A superb mid-19th century 6-inch glazed encaustic tile depicting the Bull of Saint Luke, designed by A. W. N. Pugin and manufactured by Minton & Co. (stamped). Similar tile depicting the Lion of Saint Mark also available under Stock No. 37042. Dating to circa 1850, this antique tile is an excellent example of 19th century Minton works, depicting a winged bull bearing the name ‘St. Luke’ in buff tones before a terracotta background. The reverse is equally as impressive, clearly bearing the Minton name and marked '21'. Steeped in history, this antique English tile...

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Mid-19th Century English Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay

Bronze mortar - Italy, 16th century
Bronze mortar - Italy, 16th century

Bronze mortar - Italy, 16th century

$2,032

Bronze mortar - Italy, 16th century

Located in London, GB

Mortars are an ancient culinary tool, described as indispensable to the preparation of food and medicines in texts like the Egyptian Ebers Papyrus, dating from 1550 BC, and the writi...

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16th Century Spanish Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

reclining lion in finely chased bronze - Italy, 15th century
reclining lion in finely chased bronze - Italy, 15th century

reclining lion in finely chased bronze - Italy, 15th century

$4,227

reclining lion in finely chased bronze - Italy, 15th century

Located in Bruxelles, BE

Small reclining lion in finely chased bronze Italy, 15th century Traces of gilding H 4,8 x L 6 x P 2 cm Delicately worked bronze depicting a lion in repose, characteristic of early ...

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15th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Set of 4 Medieval Style Terracotta Rampant Lion Tiles
Set of 4 Medieval Style Terracotta Rampant Lion Tiles

Set of 4 Medieval Style Terracotta Rampant Lion Tiles

$1,209

Set of 4 Medieval Style Terracotta Rampant Lion Tiles

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A stunning set of 4 identical medieval style terracotta tiles decorated with raised rampant lions and foliage within scalloped borders, dating to circa 1920. These antique tiles are ...

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Early 20th Century Belgian Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Antique Chamberlain & Co Fleur de Lys Encaustic Tile
Antique Chamberlain & Co Fleur de Lys Encaustic Tile

Antique Chamberlain & Co Fleur de Lys Encaustic Tile

$937

Antique Chamberlain & Co Fleur de Lys Encaustic Tile

By Chamberlain & Co

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

An antique French medieval style encaustic tile by Chamberlain and Co of Worcester. This 6-inch glazed tile is a striking decorative interior piece or a welcome addition to an enc...

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Mid-19th Century English Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay

Spanish Gilt Iron Medieval Revival Style Two-Arm Candle Wall Sconce, ca. 1950s
Spanish Gilt Iron Medieval Revival Style Two-Arm Candle Wall Sconce, ca. 1950s

Spanish Gilt Iron Medieval Revival Style Two-Arm Candle Wall Sconce, ca. 1950s

$688

Spanish Gilt Iron Medieval Revival Style Two-Arm Candle Wall Sconce, ca. 1950s

Located in Barntrup, DE

A striking Spanish wall-mounted candle sconce in medieval revival style, dating to circa the 1950s. Crafted from gilt iron, this sculptural piece features two candle arms and express...

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1950s Spanish Vintage Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

19th Century Arts and Crafts Brass Planter
19th Century Arts and Crafts Brass Planter

19th Century Arts and Crafts Brass Planter

$725

19th Century Arts and Crafts Brass Planter

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

19th Century Arts and Crafts brass planter This is a good quality brass piece, it is hand beaten, the brass has a very dark patina, it almost ...

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Late 19th Century Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Gothic Canopy, France, 15th Century
Gothic Canopy, France, 15th Century

Gothic Canopy, France, 15th Century

$24,157Sale Price|20% Off

Gothic Canopy, France, 15th Century

Located in Bruxelles, BE

Gothic canopy France, 15th century Alabaster, some traces of polychromy 33 x 23 x 20 cm Provenance: - Private collection Genève, Switzerland ...

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15th Century and Earlier French Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Alabaster

Antique brass clock set with religious decoration
Antique brass clock set with religious decoration

Antique brass clock set with religious decoration

$8,986 / set

Antique brass clock set with religious decoration

Located in London, GB

This three-piece brass clock set is wonderfully designed to look like a collection of Christian church bells. The mantel clock features a bell-shaped b...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Neo-Gothic antique three piece ormolu clock set
Neo-Gothic antique three piece ormolu clock set

Neo-Gothic antique three piece ormolu clock set

$16,589 / set

Neo-Gothic antique three piece ormolu clock set

Located in London, GB

The central clock with dial to the center, displaying hours in individual plaques in Roman numerals and five minute intervals engraved into the ormolu case in Arabic numerals, the ca...

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19th Century French Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Ormolu

Rare Large 16th Century Grape or Cauldron in Solid Bronze
Rare Large 16th Century Grape or Cauldron in Solid Bronze

Rare Large 16th Century Grape or Cauldron in Solid Bronze

$3,442

Rare Large 16th Century Grape or Cauldron in Solid Bronze

Located in Meer, VAN

Rare Large Grape or Cauldron in Solid Bronze, Europe, 16th Century. This is a rare and large museum quality 16th century grape or cauldron or cooking pot in solid bronze. A practi...

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16th Century European Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Mid Century Wrought Iron Medievalist Candelabra
Mid Century Wrought Iron Medievalist Candelabra

Mid Century Wrought Iron Medievalist Candelabra

$895 / item

Mid Century Wrought Iron Medievalist Candelabra

Located in Fort Collins, CO

Extraordinary sculptural bent iron Italian candelabra, sourced from Italy. This candelabra has a distinct visual weight, and the size and marked medieval silhouette commands attentio...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Head of a crowned Virgin - Lorraine, first half of 14th century
Head of a crowned Virgin - Lorraine, first half of 14th century

Head of a crowned Virgin - Lorraine, first half of 14th century

$70,057

Head of a crowned Virgin - Lorraine, first half of 14th century

Located in Bruxelles, BE

Head of a crowned Virgin Lorraine, first half of 14th century. H26 x 14 x 14 cm Provenance : - Private Collection, Paris France (1960) Private Collection Tuscany, Italy (1980) Ex...

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15th Century and Earlier French Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Limestone

Rare Romanesque Capital Depicting Four Africans, Apulia, 13th Century
Rare Romanesque Capital Depicting Four Africans, Apulia, 13th Century

Rare Romanesque Capital Depicting Four Africans, Apulia, 13th Century

$22,224Sale Price|20% Off

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 vertical acanthus leaves which sprout from the astragal and fill the space between ...

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15th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

Pair of English Gothic Revival Style Bronze Altar Candlesticks
Pair of English Gothic Revival Style Bronze Altar Candlesticks

Pair of English Gothic Revival Style Bronze Altar Candlesticks

$2,400

Pair of English Gothic Revival Style Bronze Altar Candlesticks

Located in Queens, NY

PAIR of English Gothic Revival-style (19th Century) bronze altar sticks with round pad feet (PRICED AS PAIR)

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19th Century British Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

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

$4,106

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 Objects

Materials

Wood, Pine

Antique European Forged Wrought Iron Floor Standing Candle Holder Candelabra
Antique European Forged Wrought Iron Floor Standing Candle Holder Candelabra

Antique European Forged Wrought Iron Floor Standing Candle Holder Candelabra

$4,500

Antique European Forged Wrought Iron Floor Standing Candle Holder Candelabra

Located in Forney, TX

A magnificent large antique European forged iron seventeen light candelabrum. Dating from the 18th to early 19th century, Continental Europe, most likely Spanish, most impressive monumental size, made long before the advent of electricity, this finely crafted hand forged black wrought iron floor lamp...

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18th Century European Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Wrought Iron

Circle of Pierpaolo and Jacobello Dalle Masegne (Venice, late 14th century)
Circle of Pierpaolo and Jacobello Dalle Masegne (Venice, late 14th century)

Circle of Pierpaolo and Jacobello Dalle Masegne (Venice, late 14th century)

$62,809Sale Price|20% Off

Circle of Pierpaolo and Jacobello Dalle Masegne (Venice, late 14th century)

Located in Bruxelles, BE

Circle of Pierpaolo and Jacobello Dalle Masegne (Venice, late 14th century) San Bartolomeo high relief 'en applique' white marble 52 x 30 x 14 cm Provenance : Collection South of...

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15th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

Antique Chamberlain Co Encaustic Heraldic Tile Panel
Antique Chamberlain Co Encaustic Heraldic Tile Panel

Antique Chamberlain Co Encaustic Heraldic Tile Panel

$3,421

Antique Chamberlain Co Encaustic Heraldic Tile Panel

By Chamberlain & Co

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A set of four 6-inch antique encaustic heraldic tiles by Chamberlain Co of Worcester circa 1845. Dating from the mid 19th century, these four reclaimed tiles are mounted on a bespok...

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Mid-19th Century English Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay

W. Godwin Post-Medieval English Encaustic Tile c.1870
W. Godwin Post-Medieval English Encaustic Tile c.1870

W. Godwin Post-Medieval English Encaustic Tile c.1870

$1,214

W. Godwin Post-Medieval English Encaustic Tile c.1870

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A 19th century post-medieval encaustic tile by English makers Godwin of Lugwardine; one of 6 similar we have available. Dating to circa 1870, this antique tile features a heraldic, ...

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19th Century English Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay

Gothic crowned Head - Île de France, 14th century
Gothic crowned Head - Île de France, 14th century

Gothic crowned Head - Île de France, 14th century

$70,057

Gothic crowned Head - Île de France, 14th century

Located in Bruxelles, BE

Head of a crowned Virgin Île-de-France, first half of 14th century. H26 x 14 x 14 cm Provenance : - Private Collection, Paris France (1960) - Private Collection Tuscany, Italy (19...

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15th Century and Earlier French Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

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

$11,474 / 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...

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18th Century Spanish Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Pine

French Gothic Style Wrought Iron Giant Key Locksmith Trade Sign
French Gothic Style Wrought Iron Giant Key Locksmith Trade Sign

French Gothic Style Wrought Iron Giant Key Locksmith Trade Sign

$1,480

French Gothic Style Wrought Iron Giant Key Locksmith Trade Sign

Located in Stamford, CT

French wrought iron black painted locksmith trade sign in the form of a large and elaborate key. The trefoil top filled with interlocking Gothic style quatrefoils (like four leaf clovers), with a ladder in the center joining them and a cut metal crest...

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Early 20th Century French Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Wrought Iron

Late Regency Pair Gothic Openwork Bronze Spill Vases, circa 1820
Late Regency Pair Gothic Openwork Bronze Spill Vases, circa 1820

Late Regency Pair Gothic Openwork Bronze Spill Vases, circa 1820

$663

Late Regency Pair Gothic Openwork Bronze Spill Vases, circa 1820

By Pugin

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A rare and unusual pair quality late Regency period open work spill vases of Gothic style cast in bronze dating from circa 1820. The spill vases are supported on a weighted quatrefoil base with open trellis work spill holders...

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Early 19th Century British Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Small Antique Bronze Cauldron, Pot or Incense Burner, Unknown
Small Antique Bronze Cauldron, Pot or Incense Burner, Unknown

Small Antique Bronze Cauldron, Pot or Incense Burner, Unknown

$537

Small Antique Bronze Cauldron, Pot or Incense Burner, Unknown

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A small sized bronze cauldron, water pot or incense burner. Chinese in style. Presumably continental. Age and precise origin unknown. Would make a grea...

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19th Century European Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Early 20th Century 27 Light Gothic Cast Brass Floor CandleStick Torchere
Early 20th Century 27 Light Gothic Cast Brass Floor CandleStick Torchere

Early 20th Century 27 Light Gothic Cast Brass Floor CandleStick Torchere

$2,495

Early 20th Century 27 Light Gothic Cast Brass Floor CandleStick Torchere

Located in Germantown, MD

An exceptional Early 20th Century two tier 27 Light Gothic Cast Brass Floor CandleStick Torchere. Measures 9.5" in width, 9.5" in depth and stands 40" tall . Lower tier had 17 light...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Antique 18th Century Gilt Gothic Art Carved Wood Angel Sculpture Candlestick
Antique 18th Century Gilt Gothic Art Carved Wood Angel Sculpture Candlestick

Antique 18th Century Gilt Gothic Art Carved Wood Angel Sculpture Candlestick

$3,321

Antique 18th Century Gilt Gothic Art Carved Wood Angel Sculpture Candlestick

Located in Lisse, NL

Beautiful and sizeable Church altar candelabra in the form of a winged Angel. This hand-carved Church altar piece is carved out of wood and the gilt finishing gives this piece it's ...

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Mid-18th Century Dutch Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Large Hexagonale Base of Pilaster in Burgundy Stone, Burgundy, 15th Century
Large Hexagonale Base of Pilaster in Burgundy Stone, Burgundy, 15th Century

Large Hexagonale Base of Pilaster in Burgundy Stone, Burgundy, 15th Century

$6,280Sale Price|20% Off

Large Hexagonale Base of Pilaster in Burgundy Stone, Burgundy, 15th Century

Located in Bruxelles, BE

Large base of molded hexagonal pilaster in burgundy stone carved with vines, grapes and rosettes in high relief. Burgundy, 15th century 28 x 63 x 30 cm Provenance : collection De...

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15th Century and Earlier French Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

Antique Gothic Style French Gilt Bronze Arch Form Vanity Table Mirror
Antique Gothic Style French Gilt Bronze Arch Form Vanity Table Mirror

Antique Gothic Style French Gilt Bronze Arch Form Vanity Table Mirror

$1,500

Antique Gothic Style French Gilt Bronze Arch Form Vanity Table Mirror

Located in New York, NY

Elegant and stylish, Gothic style gilt bronze vanity mirror. France, 19th century Beautiful antique gold patina, fine details, unusual trefoil foliate and berry design. Well propo...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Rare Nursing Virgin from the 14th century
Rare Nursing Virgin from the 14th century

Rare Nursing Virgin from the 14th century

$19,326

Rare Nursing Virgin from the 14th century

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

RARE NURSING VIRGIN FROM THE 14TH CENTURY ORIGIN : ITALY PERIOD : 14TH CENTURY Height : 60 cm Width : 20,5 cm Depth : 11 cm Wood Seated and in a very maternal position, Mary is wearing a red dress with a long, flowing cloak covering her narrow shoulders and falling down her body, with one side hugging her bust. Her hair, half hidden under a veil, frames an oval face featuring a high forehead, a long and thin nose, a small mouth with thin lips and half-closed eyes. Mary is carrying her son, the infant Jesus, who is wrapped in a cloak, in her lap. Jesus is being nursed by his mother, held by her left hand. This remarkable depiction, imbued with such gentleness, is directly inspired by the iconographic theme of the Virgin and Child in Majesty. It breaks with the hieratic, impassive style of the models from the 12th and 13th centuries, adding a touch of realism. From Virgin Queen, Mary became Virgin Mother. Linked to the development of the Marian cult, this type of representation, sometimes known as Virgo lactans, Virgin of Milk or Nurturing Virgin, remains extremely rare. This image of the Virgin Mary and the Infant Jesus is an extremely delicate representation of the intimate bond formed...

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15th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Early 1900s Impressive and Finely Handcrafted Antique Gothic Art Porcelain Vase
Early 1900s Impressive and Finely Handcrafted Antique Gothic Art Porcelain Vase

Early 1900s Impressive and Finely Handcrafted Antique Gothic Art Porcelain Vase

$2,898

Early 1900s Impressive and Finely Handcrafted Antique Gothic Art Porcelain Vase

Located in Lisse, NL

Rare and impressive work of Gothic art pottery. This most skillfully created and highly decorative work of Gothic art is very rare and of a great size. The impressive floral decor o...

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Early 20th Century European Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of 16th or 17th Century Italian Forged Iron Tripod Pricket Candlesticks
Pair of 16th or 17th Century Italian Forged Iron Tripod Pricket Candlesticks

Pair of 16th or 17th Century Italian Forged Iron Tripod Pricket Candlesticks

$2,900 / set

Pair of 16th or 17th Century Italian Forged Iron Tripod Pricket Candlesticks

Located in Dallas, TX

More information coming soon… Forged in Italy during the late 1500s or early 1600s, this pair of tripod prickets once served as candlesticks. Most modern collectors will utilize th...

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16th Century Italian Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Iron

15th Century Carved Wood Depicting Saint James
15th Century Carved Wood Depicting Saint James

15th Century Carved Wood Depicting Saint James

$14,494

15th Century Carved Wood Depicting Saint James

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

The Saint depicted here is Saint James the Great. James is the brother of St. John the Evangelist. Nothing is known of his activities after the Ascension...

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15th Century and Earlier French Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Oak

Antique Medieval Tuscan Mortar in Nembro Marble, Italy
Antique Medieval Tuscan Mortar in Nembro Marble, Italy

Antique Medieval Tuscan Mortar in Nembro Marble, Italy

$1,932

Antique Medieval Tuscan Mortar in Nembro Marble, Italy

Located in Roma, IT

Incredilbe apothecary Mortar in Nembro Marble, made from a single block of marble and dated back to the early 600 from Tuscany. It was used in the in apothecaries to grind herbs and spices into powder for food or medicine. Very unique and rare piece in great conditions considering the the period to which it dates. This highly sculptural and unique piece would be suitable today as a magnificent decoration on a table or mantle, or to grace the counter of an open kitchen...

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Early 18th Century Italian Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

Carved Amber Figure of Christ
Carved Amber Figure of Christ

Carved Amber Figure of Christ

$13,286

Carved Amber Figure of Christ

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This fine amber sculpture depicting Jesus Christ is a very rare object. Exemples of this sort can only be found in Germanic countries. Already used during Prehistoric times, amber have always fascinated people. Because of the virtues associated with this material amber was carved as amulets and prophylactic ornaments. As an expression of luxury and means amber was also used for adornments and small figures collected by the upper classes. This fossilized resin was picked on the Baltic Sea shores and soon entered a intense trade system. From the 14th century onwards knights of the Teutonic Order...

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19th Century German Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Other

Antique Decorative Cast Bronze Mission Bell Sculpture, a Pair
Antique Decorative Cast Bronze Mission Bell Sculpture, a Pair

Antique Decorative Cast Bronze Mission Bell Sculpture, a Pair

$510Sale Price / set|40% Off

Antique Decorative Cast Bronze Mission Bell Sculpture, a Pair

Located in Plainview, NY

A decorative set of two antique cast bronze Mission bells sculptures. Each bell features fine details and engraving. Perfect to decorate your desk, st...

Category

1880s Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Set of 3 brutalist tripod candlesticks/candle holders in wrought iron
Set of 3 brutalist tripod candlesticks/candle holders in wrought iron

Set of 3 brutalist tripod candlesticks/candle holders in wrought iron

$1,316 / set

Set of 3 brutalist tripod candlesticks/candle holders in wrought iron

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Brutalist - Chalet - decoration Sold without candles Measures : L: Ø 37 H:128cm M: Ø 33 H: 102cm S: Ø 29 H: 77cm Style: Medieval (In the Style Of) Materials and Techniques: Iron,...

Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Murano "Albarelli" Italian Pair of Bottles with Lid Blue Blown Glass
Murano "Albarelli" Italian Pair of Bottles with Lid Blue Blown Glass

Murano "Albarelli" Italian Pair of Bottles with Lid Blue Blown Glass

$905 / set

Murano "Albarelli" Italian Pair of Bottles with Lid Blue Blown Glass

Located in Prato, Tuscany

We kindly suggest you read the whole description, because with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects. Delicious and harmonious pair of blue blown glass bottles with lid...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Pair of Plaster Gothic Crocketed Finials
Pair of Plaster Gothic Crocketed Finials

Pair of Plaster Gothic Crocketed Finials

$1,800 / set

Pair of Plaster Gothic Crocketed Finials

Located in Chicago, IL

This pair of cast plaster Gothic finials exudes the elegance and intricacy of Gothic architectural design. Each finial is adorned with floral form crockets, meticulously crafted to r...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Plaster

Saint Florian
Saint Florian

Saint Florian

$50,727

Saint Florian

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

SAINT FLORIAN   ORIGIN: SOUTH GERMANY, SWABIA PERIOD: END OF THE 15th CENTURY   Height : 100,5 cm Width : 34 cm Depth : 17 cm 
Polychromed lime wood Good state of conservation   
Sin...

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15th Century and Earlier German Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

16th Antique Carved Marble Mortar
16th Antique Carved Marble Mortar

16th Antique Carved Marble Mortar

$3,019

16th Antique Carved Marble Mortar

Located in Marbella, ES

A unique piece of great historical and aesthetic value, this antique Gothic mortar has been hand-carved from a single block of light marble. Its robust shape and sculpted side fins e...

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16th Century Spanish Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

Spanish Medieval Iron Candle Holder in Hand Forged Gilt Iron
Spanish Medieval Iron Candle Holder in Hand Forged Gilt Iron

Spanish Medieval Iron Candle Holder in Hand Forged Gilt Iron

$2,162

Spanish Medieval Iron Candle Holder in Hand Forged Gilt Iron

Located in Barcelona, ES

Terrific hand forged iron primitive three-light candelabras in Medieval style with parcel-gilt accents. Spain, 18th-19th century It is supported by four legs with claw ending feet. I...

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19th Century Spanish Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf, Iron

English Arts & Crafts Mahogany and Brass Inkwell
English Arts & Crafts Mahogany and Brass Inkwell

English Arts & Crafts Mahogany and Brass Inkwell

$3,500

English Arts & Crafts Mahogany and Brass Inkwell

Located in Queens, NY

English Arts & Crafts (Gothic Revival-style) mahogany and brass trimmed double inkwell with glass jewels and drawer.

Category

20th Century British Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Vintage French Scrolled Iron 12 Light Altar Floor Pedestal Candelabra Gothic
Vintage French Scrolled Iron 12 Light Altar Floor Pedestal Candelabra Gothic

Vintage French Scrolled Iron 12 Light Altar Floor Pedestal Candelabra Gothic

$800Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage French Scrolled Iron 12 Light Altar Floor Pedestal Candelabra Gothic

Located in Dayton, OH

20th Century French or Gothic inspired 12 light candelabra. Features a scrolled design with pedestal and molded flower at the center. Each candle holder features a drip pan. The cand...

Category

20th Century Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

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Find a broad range of unique Medieval decorative objects 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 objects created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, more furniture and collectibles, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Medieval decorative objects made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative objects, popular names associated with this style include Europa Antiques, Argenteria Etruria, AUGUST MAXIMILIEN DELAFONTAINE, and Bauche. 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 objects differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $95 and tops out at $134,141 while the average work can sell for $2,712.

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