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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
19th Century French Pair of Antique Large Wrought Iron Wall Sconces
19th Century French Pair of Antique Large Wrought Iron Wall Sconces

19th Century French Pair of Antique Large Wrought Iron Wall Sconces

$2,900 / set

19th Century French Pair of Antique Large Wrought Iron Wall Sconces

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A pair of large antique French wall sconces, hand-forged in wrought iron and dating to the late 19th Century, in good condition. Crafted in the Medieval style, each sconce features b...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron

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

$1,286 / 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

20th Century Italian in Enameled Sterling Silver Armor on Wood Decorated Base
20th Century Italian in Enameled Sterling Silver Armor on Wood Decorated Base

20th Century Italian in Enameled Sterling Silver Armor on Wood Decorated Base

$580Sale Price / item|20% Off

20th Century Italian in Enameled Sterling Silver Armor on Wood Decorated Base

By Brumal

Located in VALENZA, IT

Figure realized in sterling silver using the lost wax process. The details are gilded and enameled. The figure is 18 cm high and depicts a 15th century Italian...

Category

1990s Italian Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

French Gothic Ormolu Cut Glass & Marble/Quartz Double Inkwell
French Gothic Ormolu Cut Glass & Marble/Quartz Double Inkwell

French Gothic Ormolu Cut Glass & Marble/Quartz Double Inkwell

$636Sale Price|20% Off

French Gothic Ormolu Cut Glass & Marble/Quartz Double Inkwell

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

French Gothic Ormolu Cut Glass and Marble/Quartz Double Inkwell France, circa 1870s A magnificent French Gothic Ormolu Cut Glass and Marble/Quartz Double Inkwell, dating back to the...

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19th Century French Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Quartz, Marble, Ormolu

Solid Brass French Architectural Element or Planter Jardinières
Solid Brass French Architectural Element or Planter Jardinières

Solid Brass French Architectural Element or Planter Jardinières

$975

Solid Brass French Architectural Element or Planter Jardinières

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Acquired in Paris France, an architectural element that is solid brass. The piece is very detailed and architectural. A wonderful paperweight or decorative object standing alone... also could hold office supplies...

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20th Century French Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Antique Gothic Carved Limestone Model of a Madonna or Venus
Antique Gothic Carved Limestone Model of a Madonna or Venus

Antique Gothic Carved Limestone Model of a Madonna or Venus

$3,250

Antique Gothic Carved Limestone Model of a Madonna or Venus

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique limestone carving. Modeled as a Madonna. With her head slightly tilted, holding an orb in one hand, and with her other hand resting on her breast. By repute ...

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15th Century and Earlier Unknown Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Limestone

Early 20th Century 27-Light Gothic Cast Brass Floor Lamp Candelabra Torchere
Early 20th Century 27-Light Gothic Cast Brass Floor Lamp Candelabra Torchere

Early 20th Century 27-Light Gothic Cast Brass Floor Lamp Candelabra Torchere

$3,500

Early 20th Century 27-Light Gothic Cast Brass Floor Lamp Candelabra Torchere

Located in Germantown, MD

An exceptional Early 20th Century two tier 27 Light Gothic Cast Brass Floor Lamp Candelabra Torchere. Measures 10" in width, 10" in depth and stands 66" tall to the top of the finia...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Saint Florian
Saint Florian

Saint Florian

$49,559

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

1890 Sterling Silver King Arthur Knight by B. Neresheimer & Söhne Hanau
1890 Sterling Silver King Arthur Knight by B. Neresheimer & Söhne Hanau

1890 Sterling Silver King Arthur Knight by B. Neresheimer & Söhne Hanau

$4,470Sale Price|40% Off

1890 Sterling Silver King Arthur Knight by B. Neresheimer & Söhne Hanau

By B. Neresheimer & Sohne

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This antique sterling silver knight sculpture from the 19th century is based on the statue found at the Tomb of Maximilian I: King Arthur completed in 1513. Dressed in full medieval ...

Category

19th Century German Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver

Large rare antique statue of Saint Eligius, France ca. 1550
Large rare antique statue of Saint Eligius, France ca. 1550

Large rare antique statue of Saint Eligius, France ca. 1550

$9,439

Large rare antique statue of Saint Eligius, France ca. 1550

Located in Meulebeke, BE

France / 1550 / statue Saint Eligius / Antique / reliques Religious statue of Saint Eligius from the 16th century in full wood found in France. This very rare find has a beautiful patina due to its old age. The hand and staff are missing. A true treasure and historical piece. The intricate carvings on the robe showcase the artisan's talent, with every fold. The natural wood grain adds a touch of warmth and authenticity to this unique piece of relic art...

Category

16th Century French Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

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

15th Century Carved Wood Depicting Saint James

$14,202

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...

Category

15th Century and Earlier French Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Oak

Gothic Brass Jardiniere with Lions Mask Handles This is a lovely old piece, the
Gothic Brass Jardiniere with Lions Mask Handles This is a lovely old piece, the

Gothic Brass Jardiniere with Lions Mask Handles This is a lovely old piece, the

$763

Gothic Brass Jardiniere with Lions Mask Handles This is a lovely old piece, the

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Gothic Brass Jardiniere with Lions Mask Handles This is a lovely old piece, the pot is round and is made in brass with a hand beaten decoration and lions mask ring handles at each s...

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19th Century Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

16th Century Late Medieval Encaustic Tile with Rampant Lion
16th Century Late Medieval Encaustic Tile with Rampant Lion

16th Century Late Medieval Encaustic Tile with Rampant Lion

$1,192

16th Century Late Medieval Encaustic Tile with Rampant Lion

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A 445-year-old late medieval 16th century encaustic tile of Flemish origin (unmarked), detailed with a rampant lion. Made from terracotta and glazed, this 6-inch antique tile is an e...

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16th Century Dutch Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

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

$1,192

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, ...

Category

19th Century English Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay

20th Century English Enamelled Sterling Silver Armour on Wood Decorated Base
20th Century English Enamelled Sterling Silver Armour on Wood Decorated Base

20th Century English Enamelled Sterling Silver Armour on Wood Decorated Base

$578Sale Price / item|20% Off

20th Century English Enamelled Sterling Silver Armour on Wood Decorated Base

By Brumal

Located in VALENZA, IT

Figure realized in Sterling Silver using the lost wax process. The details are gilded and enameled. The figure is 18 cm high and depicts a 15th century Italian soldier with sword and dagger The wood square base is 7 cm high where there is an engraved label "Armatura Inglese XV° Secolo" - "English...

Category

1990s Italian Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

20th Century French in Enameled Sterling Silver Armor on Wood Decorated Base
20th Century French in Enameled Sterling Silver Armor on Wood Decorated Base

20th Century French in Enameled Sterling Silver Armor on Wood Decorated Base

$578Sale Price / item|20% Off

20th Century French in Enameled Sterling Silver Armor on Wood Decorated Base

By Brumal

Located in VALENZA, IT

Figure realized in sterling silver using the lost wax process. The details are gilded and enameled. The figure is 19.5 cm high and depicts a 15th century French soldier with Jousting Lance and shield The wood square base is 7 cm high where there is an engraved label "Armatura Francese XV° Secolo" - "French Armour...

Category

1990s Italian Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Element of an Outdoor Carved Woodwork Showing a Salamander from a Normand House
Element of an Outdoor Carved Woodwork Showing a Salamander from a Normand House

Element of an Outdoor Carved Woodwork Showing a Salamander from a Normand House

$4,129

Element of an Outdoor Carved Woodwork Showing a Salamander from a Normand House

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This carved oak woodwork was probably placed on the facade of the house, close to the roofing framework of a Norman house. The sculptor had depicted the salamender frontview in a sty...

Category

16th Century French Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Oak

Antique turned wooden candle holder Circa 1800's
Antique turned wooden candle holder Circa 1800's

Antique turned wooden candle holder Circa 1800's

$333 / item

Antique turned wooden candle holder Circa 1800's

Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB

Antique turned wooden candle holder Circa 1800's. Elevate your home decor with this exquisite candle holder, featuring a sturdy wooden base complemented by a sleek turned wooden stan...

Category

Early 19th Century British Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Mahogany

Bronze Skeleton Praying Hands Sculpture - Titled Eternal Hope - Signed Park '92
Bronze Skeleton Praying Hands Sculpture - Titled Eternal Hope - Signed Park '92

Bronze Skeleton Praying Hands Sculpture - Titled Eternal Hope - Signed Park '92

$950

Bronze Skeleton Praying Hands Sculpture - Titled Eternal Hope - Signed Park '92

By Blackman Cruz, Amanda & Björn Sjöling

Located in St. Louis, MO

Cast bronze life size gothic skeleton / bone praying hands sculpture, titled on base Eternal Hope and signed Park '92. In the style of Blackman Cruz Workshop.

Category

1990s American Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Mortar and Pilar End 15th Century Gothic Period
Mortar and Pilar End 15th Century Gothic Period

Mortar and Pilar End 15th Century Gothic Period

$3,244

Mortar and Pilar End 15th Century Gothic Period

Located in Brussels, Brussels

Iron mortar with its original pestle end 15th beginning 16th century Gothic period, France Beautiful original object with a beautiful patina and in good condition   

Category

16th Century French Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

English 14th Century Terracotta Medieval Encaustic Tile
English 14th Century Terracotta Medieval Encaustic Tile

English 14th Century Terracotta Medieval Encaustic Tile

$1,738

English 14th Century Terracotta Medieval Encaustic Tile

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

An English terracotta Medieval encaustic tile of exceptional rarity. This tile would have been found in a monastery, church or abbey around the 14th to 15th century. With a distinc...

Category

15th Century and Earlier English Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Mid 19th Century Gothic Brass Jardiniere with Shields This is a very old piece
Mid 19th Century Gothic Brass Jardiniere with Shields This is a very old piece

Mid 19th Century Gothic Brass Jardiniere with Shields This is a very old piece

$1,635

Mid 19th Century Gothic Brass Jardiniere with Shields This is a very old piece

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

19th Century Gothic Brass Jardiniere with Shields This is a very old piece it is decorated with Lions and Shields and it has a Latin Motto inscribed on both sides which means ‘Virt...

Category

1870s Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Rare and Remarkable Corpus Christi on a Decorated Wooden Cross with a Skull
Rare and Remarkable Corpus Christi on a Decorated Wooden Cross with a Skull

Rare and Remarkable Corpus Christi on a Decorated Wooden Cross with a Skull

$1,420

Rare and Remarkable Corpus Christi on a Decorated Wooden Cross with a Skull

Located in Antwerp, BE

19th century crucifix or corpus Christi made from wood. Wooden cross with a nice patina and an exquisite shape. This item depicts the Christ in his last agony on the cross, after be...

Category

Late 19th Century Belgian Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Medieval Architectural Fragment Cornice, Corbel
Medieval Architectural Fragment Cornice, Corbel

Medieval Architectural Fragment Cornice, Corbel

$2,949

Medieval Architectural Fragment Cornice, Corbel

Located in Vosselaar, BE

A fragment of a sandstone corbel with flat upper face, moulded transverse ledge and two protruding lobes with reserved trefoil detailing. The lower edge has fine dentiled carving and...

Category

15th Century and Earlier British Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Sandstone

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 Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

20th Century German Enamelled Sterling Silver Armour on Wood Decorated Base
20th Century German Enamelled Sterling Silver Armour on Wood Decorated Base

20th Century German Enamelled Sterling Silver Armour on Wood Decorated Base

$580Sale Price / item|20% Off

20th Century German Enamelled Sterling Silver Armour on Wood Decorated Base

By Brumal

Located in VALENZA, IT

Figure realized in Sterling Silver using the lost wax process. The details are gilded and enameled. The figure is 17.5 cm high and depicts a 15th century German soldier with sword ...

Category

1990s Italian Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Late 19th Century French Bronze Candelabras on Black Marble Bases
Pair of Late 19th Century French Bronze Candelabras on Black Marble Bases

Pair of Late 19th Century French Bronze Candelabras on Black Marble Bases

$5,200 / set

Pair of Late 19th Century French Bronze Candelabras on Black Marble Bases

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A dramatic and finely cast pair of late 19th century French bronze candelabras, executed in rich dark patinated bronze and mounted on black marble bases. Each candelabrum rises from ...

Category

19th Century French Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

2-Piece Victorian Gothic Iron Double Inkwell Desk Set
2-Piece Victorian Gothic Iron Double Inkwell Desk Set

2-Piece Victorian Gothic Iron Double Inkwell Desk Set

$1,850 / set

2-Piece Victorian Gothic Iron Double Inkwell Desk Set

Located in Queens, NY

French Victorian Gothic-style wrought iron double inkwell with (later) crystal wells and filigree back-rail. (with calendar stand) (PRICED AS SET).  

Category

20th Century Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Iron, Wrought Iron

Antique Encaustic Heraldic Tile Panel by Chamberlain & Co
Antique Encaustic Heraldic Tile Panel by Chamberlain & Co

Antique Encaustic Heraldic Tile Panel by Chamberlain & Co

$3,374

Antique Encaustic Heraldic Tile Panel by Chamberlain & Co

By Chamberlain & Co

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

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

Category

Mid-19th Century English Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Steel

1960s Italian Brutalist Mediavel Iron and Ceramic Floor Standing Candleholder
1960s Italian Brutalist Mediavel Iron and Ceramic Floor Standing Candleholder

1960s Italian Brutalist Mediavel Iron and Ceramic Floor Standing Candleholder

$1,567

1960s Italian Brutalist Mediavel Iron and Ceramic Floor Standing Candleholder

Located in London, England

A stunning handcrafted floor standing Brutalist Italian candleholder manufactured circa 1960s. A very heavy and well made piece with six candleholders in total. Five around the out...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Wrought Iron

Stone Head Sculpture, United Kingdom, XVIIth Century
Stone Head Sculpture, United Kingdom, XVIIth Century

Stone Head Sculpture, United Kingdom, XVIIth Century

$2,123

Stone Head Sculpture, United Kingdom, XVIIth Century

Located in MARSEILLE, FR

Sculpted stone head on a modern base, of a mustachioed man According to the 1983 sales certificate, it would be a 17th century sculpture, even before, of United Kingdom or Ireland o...

Category

17th Century British Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

A. W. N. Pugin 'Lion of St Mark' 6-Inch Encaustic Tile by Minton
A. W. N. Pugin 'Lion of St Mark' 6-Inch Encaustic Tile by Minton

A. W. N. Pugin 'Lion of St Mark' 6-Inch Encaustic Tile by Minton

$2,419

A. W. N. Pugin 'Lion of St Mark' 6-Inch Encaustic Tile by Minton

By Minton

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A superb mid-19th century 6-inch glazed encaustic tile depicting the Lion of Saint Mark, designed by A. W. N. Pugin and manufactured by Minton & Co. (stamped). Similar tile depicting the Bull of Saint Luke also available under Stock No. 37043. Dating to circa 1850, this antique tile is an excellent example of 19th century Minton works, depicting a winged lion bearing the name ‘St. Mark’ 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

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 Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Copper

19th Century 5-inch Medieval Style Encaustic Tile by Godwin
19th Century 5-inch Medieval Style Encaustic Tile by Godwin

19th Century 5-inch Medieval Style Encaustic Tile by Godwin

$920

19th Century 5-inch Medieval Style Encaustic Tile by Godwin

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A 19th century 5-inch medieval style encaustic tile by English makers Godwin of Lugwardine; one of 5 similar we have available. Dating to circa 1870, this antique tile features a he...

Category

19th Century English Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay

Pair of Antique Gothic Style Pedestal Candelabra Torcheres
Pair of Antique Gothic Style Pedestal Candelabra Torcheres

Pair of Antique Gothic Style Pedestal Candelabra Torcheres

$6,800 / set

Pair of Antique Gothic Style Pedestal Candelabra Torcheres

Located in Dallas, TX

A handsome pair of antique gothic style pedestal candelabra torcheres. Made of wrought iron. Contains 13 candle holders at three different levels. The upper level is supported by wave pattern iron bars. The base is made up of intricate designs that mimic an upside down floral...

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19th Century Unknown Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Wrought Iron

Wooden Carving of a Gothic Lady with Elegant Headwear, Dutch, 17th century
Wooden Carving of a Gothic Lady with Elegant Headwear, Dutch, 17th century

Wooden Carving of a Gothic Lady with Elegant Headwear, Dutch, 17th century

$884

Wooden Carving of a Gothic Lady with Elegant Headwear, Dutch, 17th century

Located in Hamburg, DE

Wooden Carving of a Gothic Lady with Elegant Headwear and Necklace, Dutch, 17th Century This exquisite wooden carving, depicting a Gothic lady adorned with an elegant headpiece and ...

Category

Late 17th Century Dutch Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

STUNNING ANTIQUE SUPER DECORATIVE HAND HAMMERED BOWL IDEAL FOR FRUiT OR BBQ
STUNNING ANTIQUE SUPER DECORATIVE HAND HAMMERED BOWL IDEAL FOR FRUiT OR BBQ

STUNNING ANTIQUE SUPER DECORATIVE HAND HAMMERED BOWL IDEAL FOR FRUiT OR BBQ

$674

STUNNING ANTIQUE SUPER DECORATIVE HAND HAMMERED BOWL IDEAL FOR FRUiT OR BBQ

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely antique bowl with hand hammered finish ideally suited for fruit A super decorative and highly c...

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20th Century European Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

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

16th Antique Carved Marble Mortar

$2,949

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...

Category

16th Century Spanish Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

Antique French Neogothic Altar Torchère Candlestick Set w/ Architectural Element
Antique French Neogothic Altar Torchère Candlestick Set w/ Architectural Element

Antique French Neogothic Altar Torchère Candlestick Set w/ Architectural Element

$1,199 / set

Antique French Neogothic Altar Torchère Candlestick Set w/ Architectural Element

Located in Chicago, IL

Antique French Neogothic Altar Torchère Candlestick Set w/ Architectural Elements & Patina Decorate your mantlepiece, altar, church, or chapel with these large ornate candlesticks. ...

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Large European Mediaeval Oak Carving of Christ in the Tomb
Large European Mediaeval Oak Carving of Christ in the Tomb

Large European Mediaeval Oak Carving of Christ in the Tomb

$10,905

Large European Mediaeval Oak Carving of Christ in the Tomb

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Large European Mediaeval Oak Carving of Christ in the Tomb The sculpture is partially polychrome and depicts “The Pamoison de la Vierge” also known as the “Swooning Virgin” this sc...

Category

16th Century Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Oak

Craven Dunnill & Co 6-inch Encaustic Lion Tile on Stand
Craven Dunnill & Co 6-inch Encaustic Lion Tile on Stand

Craven Dunnill & Co 6-inch Encaustic Lion Tile on Stand

$1,738

Craven Dunnill & Co 6-inch Encaustic Lion Tile on Stand

By Craven Dunhill

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A late 19th century encaustic floor tile by Craven Dunhill and Co (stamped) depicting four passant lions in deep red and buff tones. This 6-inch tile includes a bespoke steel stand a...

Category

Late 19th Century English Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Steel

Vintage Boho Sarreid Bronze Heraldic Lion Candlesticks - A Pair
Vintage Boho Sarreid Bronze Heraldic Lion Candlesticks - A Pair

Vintage Boho Sarreid Bronze Heraldic Lion Candlesticks - A Pair

$1,250 / set

Vintage Boho Sarreid Bronze Heraldic Lion Candlesticks - A Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Elevate your decor with this regal pair of Vintage Bronze Heraldic Lion Candlesticks by Sarreid. Cast in solid bronze with a rich patina, each lion sits proudly upright, clutching a ...

Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Hand Forged Spanish Blackened Iron Hearth Warmer
19th Century Hand Forged Spanish Blackened Iron Hearth Warmer

19th Century Hand Forged Spanish Blackened Iron Hearth Warmer

$2,200

19th Century Hand Forged Spanish Blackened Iron Hearth Warmer

Located in Fort Collins, CO

Hand forged blackened hearth warmer from Spain. Blacksmith forged elements into piece that shows their creative eye, including a horse's head motif. Piece originally lived in front ...

Category

19th Century Spanish Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Pair of 16th Century Hand-Carved Oak Saints, Gothic Style, Europe
Pair of 16th Century Hand-Carved Oak Saints, Gothic Style, Europe

Pair of 16th Century Hand-Carved Oak Saints, Gothic Style, Europe

$16,358

Pair of 16th Century Hand-Carved Oak Saints, Gothic Style, Europe

Located in Basildon, GB

A Pair of 16th Century Oak Saints: One being a male depicted wearing a long hooded cloak held together with a brooch over a flowing tunic tied at the ...

Category

16th Century European Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Oak

Pair of Antique English Encaustic Medieval Tiles c.1400
Pair of Antique English Encaustic Medieval Tiles c.1400

Pair of Antique English Encaustic Medieval Tiles c.1400

$2,147

Pair of Antique English Encaustic Medieval Tiles c.1400

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A pair of antique English encaustic medieval tiles, sourced from a private collection, Oxfordshire, dating to the 14-15th century. The set com...

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15th Century and Earlier English Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay

Antique Gilt Bronze and Porcelain Mantel Clock with Chivalric Scenes
Antique Gilt Bronze and Porcelain Mantel Clock with Chivalric Scenes

Antique Gilt Bronze and Porcelain Mantel Clock with Chivalric Scenes

$4,362

Antique Gilt Bronze and Porcelain Mantel Clock with Chivalric Scenes

Located in London, GB

This beautiful porcelain mantel clock is designed in the shape of a shield which is propped up on a gilt bronze (ormolu) easel support, composed of two shields and a staff topped by ...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

Vintage French Neogothic Altar Torchère Candlestick Set w/ Black Porcelain
Vintage French Neogothic Altar Torchère Candlestick Set w/ Black Porcelain

Vintage French Neogothic Altar Torchère Candlestick Set w/ Black Porcelain

$1,782 / set

Vintage French Neogothic Altar Torchère Candlestick Set w/ Black Porcelain

Located in Chicago, IL

Vintage French Neogothic Altar Torchère Candlestick Set w/ Black Porcelain These matching black porcelain candlesticks have bronze flourishes. The base of each candlestick has three...

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Late 20th Century French Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

1980s Antique Bust of an Angel with Curly Hair in Gothic-style Resin
1980s Antique Bust of an Angel with Curly Hair in Gothic-style Resin

1980s Antique Bust of an Angel with Curly Hair in Gothic-style Resin

$2,359

1980s Antique Bust of an Angel with Curly Hair in Gothic-style Resin

Located in Marbella, ES

Stone sculpture depicting the bust of an angel with a serene expression and intricately carved curly hair. The face features soft features and an introspective gaze, while the bust d...

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Late 20th Century German Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Resin

A Collection of 4 Superbly Carved Oak Door Panels
A Collection of 4 Superbly Carved Oak Door Panels

A Collection of 4 Superbly Carved Oak Door Panels

$1,022 / set

A Collection of 4 Superbly Carved Oak Door Panels

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A Collection of 4 Superbly Carved Oak Door Panels These carved panels have come from a piece of 19th Century Oak Furniture Cupboard, probably of French origin. The carved panels m...

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19th Century Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Oak

W. Godwin Antique Armorial Design Encaustic Tile
W. Godwin Antique Armorial Design Encaustic Tile

W. Godwin Antique Armorial Design Encaustic Tile

$920

W. Godwin Antique Armorial Design Encaustic Tile

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A 19th century armorial style encaustic tile by English makers Godwin of Lugwardine; one of 5 similar we have available. Dating to circa 1870, this 5-inch antique tile features a me...

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19th Century English Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay

W. Godwin English Encaustic Coat of Arms Tile
W. Godwin English Encaustic Coat of Arms Tile

W. Godwin English Encaustic Coat of Arms Tile

$1,192

W. Godwin English Encaustic Coat of Arms Tile

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A 19th century encaustic coat of arms tile by English makers Godwin of Lugwardine; one of 6 similar we have available. Dating to circa 1870, this 5-inch antique tile features a medi...

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19th Century English Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay

Antique English Post-Medieval Encaustic Tile by W. Godwin
Antique English Post-Medieval Encaustic Tile by W. Godwin

Antique English Post-Medieval Encaustic Tile by W. Godwin

$920

Antique English Post-Medieval Encaustic Tile by W. Godwin

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

An antique post-medieval style encaustic tile by English makers Godwin of Lugwardine; one of 5 similar we have available. Dating to circa 1870, this 5-inch antique tile features a h...

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19th Century English Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay

Chamberlain & Co 6-inch Encaustic Bird Tile on Stand
Chamberlain & Co 6-inch Encaustic Bird Tile on Stand

Chamberlain & Co 6-inch Encaustic Bird Tile on Stand

$1,874

Chamberlain & Co 6-inch Encaustic Bird Tile on Stand

By Chamberlains Worcester

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A mid 19th century glazed encaustic floor tile by Chamberlain & Co (stamped) depicting a pair of entwined addorsed birds, likely pheasants. This 6-inch tile includes a bespoke steel...

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Mid-19th Century English Antique Medieval Decorative Objects

Materials

Steel

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