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Medieval Furniture

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
Beautiful antique fine 18th century french needlepoint tapestry
Beautiful antique fine 18th century french needlepoint tapestry

Beautiful antique fine 18th century french needlepoint tapestry

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

Elegant 18th-century French petit point tapestry, beautifully hand-stitched with fine detail and rich colors. This charming piece depicts a lively pastoral scene with figures in peri...

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18th Century French Antique Medieval Furniture

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Silk

Wrought Iron & Opaline Glass Pendant, Finland, 1930s
Wrought Iron & Opaline Glass Pendant, Finland, 1930s

Wrought Iron & Opaline Glass Pendant, Finland, 1930s

By Taidetakomo Hakkarainen

Located in Karis, Nyland

A finely crafted pendant light that pairs hand-forged wrought iron with a softly glowing opaline glass shade. The structure is elegant and slightly ornamental, with subtle botanical ...

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1930s Finnish Vintage Medieval Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Superb Norway SterlingSilver 925 gilt dragon enamel viking boat salt cellar Aase
Superb Norway SterlingSilver 925 gilt dragon enamel viking boat salt cellar Aase

Superb Norway SterlingSilver 925 gilt dragon enamel viking boat salt cellar Aase

By Magnus Aase

Located in Wien, AT

A stunning salt cellar, made by famous Norwegian artist Magnus Aase in 925 Sterling silver (hallmarked). The makers mark being Magnus Aase, Norway, from the 1940s. The salt cellar ...

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1940s Norwegian Vintage Medieval Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

1900 Little Rustic Chest or Coffer Gothic Carved Oak & Wrought Iron, French
1900 Little Rustic Chest or Coffer Gothic Carved Oak & Wrought Iron, French

1900 Little Rustic Chest or Coffer Gothic Carved Oak & Wrought Iron, French

Located in Labrit, Landes

French coffer or chest made circa 1900. Decorated with carved flowers style. The design of this chest is deliberately rustic. The interior is lined with fabric. Very decorative and ...

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Early 20th Century French Medieval Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Nice French Aubusson Style screen printed by hand tapestry «winged stags»
Nice French Aubusson Style screen printed by hand tapestry «winged stags»

Nice French Aubusson Style screen printed by hand tapestry «winged stags»

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

Immerse yourself in the allure of this mid-20th-century French tapestry, showcasing a design inspired by a 15th-century woven masterpiece titled "Cerfs Ailés" (winged stags) at Rouen...

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Mid-20th Century French Medieval Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Linen

French Medieval Carved Stone Panel Depicting A Madonna With Child
French Medieval Carved Stone Panel Depicting A Madonna With Child

French Medieval Carved Stone Panel Depicting A Madonna With Child

Located in Buisson, FR

Beautiful primitive medieval stone panel, depicting a Madonna with child France before 1600 Weathered and small losses

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16th Century French Antique Medieval Furniture

Materials

Stone

18th Century Verdure Tapestry Fragment Cushion
18th Century Verdure Tapestry Fragment Cushion

18th Century Verdure Tapestry Fragment Cushion

Located in London, GB

A fragment of 18th Century hand stitched verdure needlework made as a cushion cover. Wonderfully muted, time-softened palette that only age can produce — mossy greens, lichen, faded...

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18th Century Belgian Antique Medieval Furniture

Materials

Wool, Linen

Weighted Resin Chess Set Game in Jointed Wood Box 9.5cm Kings, Ca 1930s
Weighted Resin Chess Set Game in Jointed Wood Box 9.5cm Kings, Ca 1930s

Weighted Resin Chess Set Game in Jointed Wood Box 9.5cm Kings, Ca 1930s

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a good and complete English resin moulded "weighted" chess set game of 32 pieces, in a jointed pine box, all dating to the early/ mid 20th century, Circa 1930's. The chess p...

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Early 20th Century British Medieval Furniture

Materials

Resin, Pine

Late 19th Century French Gothic Style Hand Carved Oak Armchair, Throne
Late 19th Century French Gothic Style Hand Carved Oak Armchair, Throne

Late 19th Century French Gothic Style Hand Carved Oak Armchair, Throne

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This late nineteenth century French Gothic style oak coffer armchair features eight hand carved panels in the lower apron and seat back, each with different Gothic motifs. The two lo...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Medieval Furniture

Materials

Oak

Rare Early 18th Century English Carved Oak Hugh Castle Cabinet Chest Bookcase
Rare Early 18th Century English Carved Oak Hugh Castle Cabinet Chest Bookcase

Rare Early 18th Century English Carved Oak Hugh Castle Cabinet Chest Bookcase

Located in Dayton, OH

A rare and impressive English Gothic Medieval style Cabinet, Circa 1714. Built during the reign of King George I in honor of Hugh Lupus the First Earl of Chester and his castle. Hu...

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Early 18th Century English Antique Medieval Furniture

Materials

Glass, Oak

Wonderful Vintage French screen printed by hand Tapestry Vendanges museum Design
Wonderful Vintage French screen printed by hand Tapestry Vendanges museum Design

Wonderful Vintage French screen printed by hand Tapestry Vendanges museum Design

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

Discover the elegance of this mid-century French hand-printed tapestry featuring the exquisite design of the renowned medieval museum tapestry, "Les Vendanges" (grape harvest) from t...

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Mid-20th Century French Medieval Furniture

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Linen

Pair of Gothic Style Wrought Iron Wall Lights, circa 1940
Pair of Gothic Style Wrought Iron Wall Lights, circa 1940

Pair of Gothic Style Wrought Iron Wall Lights, circa 1940

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

This nice pair of wall lights is made of wrought iron. This is a French work in the Gothic Style (Indicated height without candles). Circa 1940 Additional Information: Material: Wro...

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20th Century French Medieval Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Spanish Gothic Revival Fireplace Tools Stand in Wrought Iron with Dragon Motif
Spanish Gothic Revival Fireplace Tools Stand in Wrought Iron with Dragon Motif

Spanish Gothic Revival Fireplace Tools Stand in Wrought Iron with Dragon Motif

Located in Barcelona, ES

Stunning Spanish hand forged iron four-piece fireplace tools set stand with scrolls ornamentation, dragon motif and original gold leaf gilt finishing. Spain, 1920s-1930s. This sculpt...

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Early 20th Century Spanish Medieval Furniture

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Early 20th Century Large English Mahogany Bookcase with Glass Doors
Early 20th Century Large English Mahogany Bookcase with Glass Doors

Early 20th Century Large English Mahogany Bookcase with Glass Doors

Located in Round Top, TX

Early 20th century English bookcase crafted in mahogany. The crown is decorated with a carved Greek key meander pattern, adding a strong classical architectural detail. The upper sec...

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Early 20th Century English Medieval Furniture

Materials

Alpaca, Glass, Mahogany

Spanish Medieval Hand Forged Iron Candle Stand / Floor Candle Holder
Spanish Medieval Hand Forged Iron Candle Stand / Floor Candle Holder

Spanish Medieval Hand Forged Iron Candle Stand / Floor Candle Holder

Located in Barcelona, ES

Gorgeous handwrought torchère candle holder, Spain, 1940s This medieval style floor candleholder stands up on three legs tripod base. It has a terrific aged patina. It has a clean de...

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Early 20th Century Spanish Medieval Furniture

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

18th Century Verdure Tapestry Fragment Cushion
18th Century Verdure Tapestry Fragment Cushion

18th Century Verdure Tapestry Fragment Cushion

Located in London, GB

A fragment of 18th Century hand stitched verdure needlework made as a cushion cover. Wonderfully muted, time-softened palette that only age can produce — mossy greens, lichen, faded...

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18th Century Belgian Antique Medieval Furniture

Materials

Wool, Linen

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

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...

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Early 1900s French Antique Medieval Furniture

Materials

Brass

French 16th Century Antique Aubusson Tapestry
French 16th Century Antique Aubusson Tapestry

French 16th Century Antique Aubusson Tapestry

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

This 16th century Aubusson (French) tapestry is remarkably still vibrant and in wonderful antique condition. Its original border is completely intact and designed with florals, folia...

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16th Century French Antique Medieval Furniture

Materials

Tapestry

Very Gothic Pendent
Very Gothic Pendent

Very Gothic Pendent

Located in Peekskill, NY

This is a highly detailed cast brass 6 panel lamp. The sides have amber stained glass and the bottom has 6 additional panels of matching glass. The patina is a dark Verde and all ori...

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Early 20th Century American Medieval Furniture

Materials

Brass

16th Century Leaf from Medieval Gregorian Chant Liturgical Sheet Music.
16th Century Leaf from Medieval Gregorian Chant Liturgical Sheet Music.

16th Century Leaf from Medieval Gregorian Chant Liturgical Sheet Music.

Located in Vero Beach, FL

16th Century Leaf from Medieval Gregorian Chant Liturgical Sheet Music On Vellum. This early leaf of liturgical sheet music is handwritten in Gothic Blackletter on vellum. It is no...

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16th Century Italian Antique Medieval Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood

Rare 15th Century Solid Oak Medieval Dutch Gothic Chest or Trunk
Rare 15th Century Solid Oak Medieval Dutch Gothic Chest or Trunk

Rare 15th Century Solid Oak Medieval Dutch Gothic Chest or Trunk

Located in Casteren, NL

A very rare chest that was completely made of solid oak from the Netherlands middle ages. It is a joined chest with hand carved geometric gothic front panels. The ornaments used are typical Gothic ornaments such as trefoil, mouchette, and trace. This diminutive chest was probably made in the 15th century Netherlands. It has the typical construction of very early European furniture as is also seen on the German Stollentruhe. The chest has only a small lid with forged hinges...

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15th Century and Earlier Dutch Antique Medieval Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Portuguese 18th Century Carved Stone Column
Portuguese 18th Century Carved Stone Column

Portuguese 18th Century Carved Stone Column

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A fabulous 18th century, or earlier, carved stone column from Portugal, best described as Gothic or Romanesque in style, using the familiar acanthus motif around the capital. By the ...

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18th Century Portuguese Antique Medieval Furniture

Materials

Stone

Pretty Vintage Aubusson Style médiéval design Jacquard Tapestry « the harvest »
Pretty Vintage Aubusson Style médiéval design Jacquard Tapestry « the harvest »

Pretty Vintage Aubusson Style médiéval design Jacquard Tapestry « the harvest »

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

very beautiful Aubusson style tapestry, with a design of a medieval tapestry That Tapestry has been created in about 1530 by B. Van Orley, creator of "Chasses de Maximilien" (acces...

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Mid-20th Century French Medieval Furniture

Materials

Wool

Rare Large Gothic 16th century carved solid oak chest, France
Rare Large Gothic 16th century carved solid oak chest, France

Rare Large Gothic 16th century carved solid oak chest, France

Located in Meulebeke, BE

France / 16th century / bridal or blanket chest / oak / Gothic This impressive chest was hand-carved in solid oak in the 16th century in France. The construction is typical of very...

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16th Century French Antique Medieval Furniture

Materials

Oak

10'2"x14' Beige Ancient Persian Garden Design Tone on Tone Hand Knotted Wool Rug
10'2"x14' Beige Ancient Persian Garden Design Tone on Tone Hand Knotted Wool Rug

10'2"x14' Beige Ancient Persian Garden Design Tone on Tone Hand Knotted Wool Rug

Located in Carlstadt, NJ

Beige, Ancient Persian Garden Design, Tone on Tone, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Transitional Primary colo...

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2010s Indian Medieval Furniture

Materials

Wool

11'x13' Red Semi Antique Persian Heriz Clean Pure Wool Hand Knotted Squarish Rug
11'x13' Red Semi Antique Persian Heriz Clean Pure Wool Hand Knotted Squarish Rug

11'x13' Red Semi Antique Persian Heriz Clean Pure Wool Hand Knotted Squarish Rug

Located in Carlstadt, NJ

Crimson Red, Semi Antique, Persian Heriz, Full Pile, Clean, Soft and in Very Good Condition, 100% Wool, Hand Knotted, Squarish, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile he...

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1960s Pakistani Vintage Medieval Furniture

Materials

Wool

Spanish 1940s Wrought Iron Lantern, Scroll and Twisting Details
Spanish 1940s Wrought Iron Lantern, Scroll and Twisting Details

Spanish 1940s Wrought Iron Lantern, Scroll and Twisting Details

Located in Barcelona, ES

Hand Forged Scrollwork Wrought Iron Pendant / Lantern, Spain, 1940s. Eye-catching hand forged lantern or hanging light with scroll and twisting details thorough. The lantern hangs from an iron chain accented by rhombus shaped links and it is topped by a wrought iron flower shaped canopy. Entirely made by hand. Outstanding design in the style of gothic with spanish colonial and baroque accents. Heavily detailed hand forged work. This piece will be a great choice for any main entry, hallway or foyer. It can be a nice addition to any contemporary, classical, Spanish colonial or Spanish revival home decor. It can be placed outdoor hanging on the porch or indoor in a entry hall / hallway. Newly wired with 1 E27 bulb holder Overall measures: 72 cm H x 30 cm diameter The lantern itself without the chain is: 30 cm diameter x 33,5 cm H We are specialists in lighting: A curated selection of iron ceiling light fixtures, chandeliers, pendants and wall lights is avaliable at our 1stdibs marketplace. We invite you to join our profile and check "more from this seller". Spanish Iron Lantern...

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20th Century Spanish Medieval Furniture

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Late 19th Century Carved Wooden Lüsterweibchen Four-Light Chandelier
Late 19th Century Carved Wooden Lüsterweibchen Four-Light Chandelier

Late 19th Century Carved Wooden Lüsterweibchen Four-Light Chandelier

Located in Barntrup, DE

Rare late 19th-century carved wooden Lüsterweibchen chandelier with four lights and original polychrome finish. A unique and charming late 19th-century carved wooden chandelier — a ...

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Late 19th Century German Antique Medieval Furniture

Materials

Brass, Metal

2'7"x6' Green Peshawar Birds of Paradise Design Hand Knotted Wool Runner Rug
2'7"x6' Green Peshawar Birds of Paradise Design Hand Knotted Wool Runner Rug

2'7"x6' Green Peshawar Birds of Paradise Design Hand Knotted Wool Runner Rug

Located in Carlstadt, NJ

Pickle Green, Afghan Peshawar with Birds of Paradise Design, Vegetable Dyes, Hand Knotted, Soft Wool, Runner, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches...

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2010s Afghan Medieval Furniture

Materials

Wool

11'8"x14'9" Dutch White Turkish Knot Design 100% Wool Hand Knotted Oversized Rug
11'8"x14'9" Dutch White Turkish Knot Design 100% Wool Hand Knotted Oversized Rug

11'8"x14'9" Dutch White Turkish Knot Design 100% Wool Hand Knotted Oversized Rug

Located in Carlstadt, NJ

Dutch White, Turkish Knot Paisley Design, 100% Wool, Hand Knotted, Oversized, Oriental Rug Primary materials: Wool Latex: No Pile height: 0.25 Inches Style: Transitional Primary colo...

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2010s Indian Medieval Furniture

Materials

Wool

French 18th Century Gothic Armoire
French 18th Century Gothic Armoire

French 18th Century Gothic Armoire

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

This 18th century, mixed wood French armoire is absolutely stunning. It is Gothic-style and features two tall, paneled doors on barrel hinges. One key operates the locking right door...

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18th Century French Antique Medieval Furniture

Materials

Wood

Very Rare Antique Armada Box or Strongbox in Iron Early 17th Century
Very Rare Antique Armada Box or Strongbox in Iron Early 17th Century

Very Rare Antique Armada Box or Strongbox in Iron Early 17th Century

Located in Meer, VAN

Very Rare Antique Armada Box or Strongbox in Iron Early 17th Century A truly wonderful 400 year old museum worthy ‘strongbox’ or ‘armada box’. Most probably German, around 1600-1620...

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17th Century European Antique Medieval Furniture

Materials

Iron

Rare & Beautifully Hand-Carved Antique Dutch Arts & Crafts Beveled Wall Mirror
Rare & Beautifully Hand-Carved Antique Dutch Arts & Crafts Beveled Wall Mirror

Rare & Beautifully Hand-Carved Antique Dutch Arts & Crafts Beveled Wall Mirror

Located in Lisse, NL

Striking wall mirror with handcarved geometrical 'flowers' and trefoil symbols. Via one of our foreign contacts we recently purchased this perfectly fine and deeply handcarved, sc...

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Early 20th Century European Medieval Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Antique 16th Century German Dark Brown oak carved Stollentruhe  Trunk or Chest
Antique 16th Century German Dark Brown oak carved Stollentruhe  Trunk or Chest

Antique 16th Century German Dark Brown oak carved Stollentruhe Trunk or Chest

Located in Casteren, NL

This impressive large Stollentruhe, also known as a Stollentroewe, is a large German storage chest crafted around 1580. Its distinctive construction, with massive upright corner post...

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16th Century German Antique Medieval Furniture

Materials

Steel

Antique French Gothic Server Sideboard Console Table 2-Tier Walnut Marble Top
Antique French Gothic Server Sideboard Console Table 2-Tier Walnut Marble Top

Antique French Gothic Server Sideboard Console Table 2-Tier Walnut Marble Top

Located in Tyler, TX

HIGHLY CARVED Antique French RENAISSANCE REVIVAL Marble Top Highly Carved Walnut Console, Sofa Table, Sideboard or Server~~c. 1890s Original "rouge" marble top, two drawers with key...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Medieval Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Decorative greyhound hand carved heraldic coat of arms
Decorative greyhound hand carved heraldic coat of arms

Decorative greyhound hand carved heraldic coat of arms

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Good quality gilt coloured coat of arms. Central shield with acanthus decoration, flanked either side by outward facing standing greyhounds. Gilt has been worn through to allow the ...

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Late 20th Century English Medieval Furniture

Materials

Pine, Giltwood

French Vintage Tapestry The Royal Hunt by Marc Waymel, 1984
French Vintage Tapestry The Royal Hunt by Marc Waymel, 1984

French Vintage Tapestry The Royal Hunt by Marc Waymel, 1984

Located in Barntrup, DE

French Tapestry The Royal Hunt by Marc Waymel, created exclusively for Le Médaillier Franklin, France, ca. 1984. A colorful and beautiful vintage tapestry,...

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1980s French Vintage Medieval Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Cotton

Monumental Framed Medieval Facsimile Map Of The World Fra Mauro Wood Wall Panel
Monumental Framed Medieval Facsimile Map Of The World Fra Mauro Wood Wall Panel

Monumental Framed Medieval Facsimile Map Of The World Fra Mauro Wood Wall Panel

Located in Forney, TX

A remarkable palatial nearly 7.5ft x 7.5ft facsimile of the important Map of the World (circa 1450) by Fra MauroFra Mauro (Italian; circa 1400–1464), featuring a solid wood framed hi...

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Early 20th Century Medieval Furniture

Materials

Linen, Wood, Paper

Large (46 Inch) Mid-Century Medieval Heraldic Knight Coat of Arms Wall Sculpture
Large (46 Inch) Mid-Century Medieval Heraldic Knight Coat of Arms Wall Sculpture

Large (46 Inch) Mid-Century Medieval Heraldic Knight Coat of Arms Wall Sculpture

Located in New York, NY

Large (46 by 25 by 4 inch) mid-century (1980s to 1970s) heraldic wall sculpture in the Anglo-Saxon medieval style depicting a knight's breastplate, battle axe, sword and arrow quiver...

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Mid-20th Century Medieval Furniture

Materials

Composition

Gothic Style Bronze & Iron Bat Motif Lantern
Gothic Style Bronze & Iron Bat Motif Lantern

Gothic Style Bronze & Iron Bat Motif Lantern

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Gothic Style Bronze and Iron Bat Motif Lantern Gothic style bronze and iron bat motif lantern, with a total of 45" drop, chain can be removed or added. For sale are two exceptional Gothic-style bronze and iron bat motif lanterns, sold individually, offering a rare and unique addition to any space. Each lantern has a finely cast bronze bat...

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20th Century Medieval Furniture

Materials

Metal, Bronze, Wrought Iron

Monumental Rare Antique Renaissance Revival Gothic Walnut Fireplace Mantel 11 FT
Monumental Rare Antique Renaissance Revival Gothic Walnut Fireplace Mantel 11 FT

Monumental Rare Antique Renaissance Revival Gothic Walnut Fireplace Mantel 11 FT

Located in Dayton, OH

Very large and exceedingly rare English Renaissance Revival fireplace mantel, circa 1860s. Made of hand carved walnut featuring a gothic cathedral design. The fireplace portion is ...

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Mid-19th Century Antique Medieval Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Wonderful Handcrafted Stained Glass Gothic Revival Pendant with Geometric Design
Wonderful Handcrafted Stained Glass Gothic Revival Pendant with Geometric Design

Wonderful Handcrafted Stained Glass Gothic Revival Pendant with Geometric Design

Located in Lisse, NL

This rare and beautiful ceiling lamp is a true gem for anyone looking to create the perfect ambiance. Crafted in the 1920s, this unique Gothic Revival pendant showcases a geometric ...

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Early 20th Century Dutch Medieval Furniture

Materials

Metal

Frankenstein by Mary W. Shelley, Grosset & Dunlap Photoplay Edition, 1931
Frankenstein by Mary W. Shelley, Grosset & Dunlap Photoplay Edition, 1931

Frankenstein by Mary W. Shelley, Grosset & Dunlap Photoplay Edition, 1931

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Shelley, Mary. Frankenstein; or The Modern Prometheus. New York: Grosset & Dunlap, [1931]. Photoplay edition. 8vo. In original red cloth boards, with black titles to front and s...

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1930s American Vintage Medieval Furniture

Materials

Paper

Early 1900 Hand Carved Marble Statue / Sculpture of Mother Mary w. Cross & Book
Early 1900 Hand Carved Marble Statue / Sculpture of Mother Mary w. Cross & Book

Early 1900 Hand Carved Marble Statue / Sculpture of Mother Mary w. Cross & Book

Located in Lisse, NL

Beautiful antique and all handcrafted, solid Carrara marble sculpture. This rare work of religious art is entirely hand carved out of white marble. We are not certain, but we feel t...

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Early 20th Century Italian Medieval Furniture

Materials

Carrara Marble, Marble

French 19th Century Gothic Style Bronze Chandelier
French 19th Century Gothic Style Bronze Chandelier

French 19th Century Gothic Style Bronze Chandelier

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A stunning 6-light Byzantine/Gothic-style bronze chandelier from France, 19th century if not earlier. The dramatic fixture has a multifoil shaped ring from which the six lights rise ...

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19th Century French Antique Medieval Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Spanish Gothic Style Dragon Motif Fireplace Tools Set Stand, Black Wrought Iron
Spanish Gothic Style Dragon Motif Fireplace Tools Set Stand, Black Wrought Iron

Spanish Gothic Style Dragon Motif Fireplace Tools Set Stand, Black Wrought Iron

Located in Barcelona, ES

Spanish hand forged iron five-piece fireplace tools set stand with scrolls ornamentation and dragon motifs, wrought iron. Spain, 1920s-1930s. This sculptural tools set hangs on a tri...

Category

20th Century Spanish Medieval Furniture

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

3'9"x6'1" Ivory Pure Wool Hand Knotted Faded Out Worn Down Persian Vintage Rug
3'9"x6'1" Ivory Pure Wool Hand Knotted Faded Out Worn Down Persian Vintage Rug

3'9"x6'1" Ivory Pure Wool Hand Knotted Faded Out Worn Down Persian Vintage Rug

Located in Carlstadt, NJ

This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Vintage Persian Tabriz, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weaving craftsmans...

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1960s Pakistani Vintage Medieval Furniture

Materials

Wool

Polychrome carved wood Virgin and Child from the 15th Century
Polychrome carved wood Virgin and Child from the 15th Century

Polychrome carved wood Virgin and Child from the 15th Century

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

POLYCHROME CARVED WOOD VIRGIN AND CHILD FROM THE 15TH CENTURY   ORIGIN: SOUTH GERMANY, SWABIA, NUREMBERG REGION PERIOD: 15th CENTURY   Height: 94,6cm Width : 28 cm Depth : 18 cm   Lime wood Original Polychromy Good state of conservation     From 1430 onwards, sculpture underwent a profound stylistic renewal which continued until 1530, the so-called late Gothic period. In the Germanic countries, original sculptures flourished in an expressive and sensitive vein.
This renewal was inspired by the art of Nicholas of Leiden, who was active in Strasbourg in the 1460's. His style broke with the refined and delicate art of the international Gothic style in force throughout Europe around 1400. The figures became more authentic and realistic. The bodies became denser. Clothes are animated by deep, broken folds, the fabrics are heavy and have a great decorative value. In addition, the polychromy is intended to be illusionistic. The painting makes it possible to restore the texture of the materials, the richness of the textiles and the natural skin tone of the characters.   The dissemination of images through engraving and the great mobility of the artists led to the success of this style, which conquered the Upper Rhine, Swabian, Tyrolean and Franconian regions, contributing to the formation of a common stylistic identity in these regions. The economic boom in the flourishing German cities was conducive to the development of original production. Attracted by this prosperity, numerous workshops were set up in order to meet the orders of religious communities, the Church and the laity, including a clientele of middle-class rockers.      This precious Virgin and Child is depicted standing on a crescent moon, her head encircled by a crown of tall flowers. Her long wavy hair spreads over her shoulders, framing her beautiful oval face. Under fine eyebrows drawn with a brushstroke, her almond-shaped, slightly drooping eyes look at the Child with infinite softness. She is dressed in a long red dress with a rounded neckline, belted under the chest. The heavy fabric of her dress spreads out in broken folds at her feet. On her shoulders she wears a golden cloak. The drapery has deep folds. She holds out her right hand while she holds the Christ Child with her left.   Christ, with his well-defined hair, is naked. His cheeks are highlighted with red, he holds an apple in his left hand and with the other hand makes a sign of blessing towards the faithful.   Virgins with Child on a crescent moon were very popular in the second half of the 15th century, especially as the central subject of altarpieces in southern Germany and Austria. The crescent moon on which Mary is standing is reminiscent of the Woman of the Apocalypse. Often equated with the Virgin Mary.    This episode is taken from the Book of Revelation (12:1-6)   1 Then a great sign appeared in heaven: a woman clothed with the sun, with the moon under her feet and a crown of twelve stars on her head. ; 2 She was pregnant, and she cried out because she was in labor, in pain from giving birth. ; 3 Then another sign appeared in heaven: it was a great fiery red dragon, with seven heads and ten horns, and seven royal crowns on his heads. ; 4 His tail swept down a third of heaven's stars and threw them to the earth. The dragon stood in front of the woman who was about to give birth so that when she gave birth, he might devour her child. ; 5 She gave birth to a son, a male child who is to rule all the nations with an iron rod. Her child was snatched up to God and his throne. ; 6 Then the woman fled into the desert, where God has prepared a place for her. There she will be taken care of for one thousand two hundred sixty days.   Some theologians see in this woman a reference to the Virgin Mary and in the child, Jesus.    
This remarkable work is a very fine example of sculpture from Swabian workshops in the last decades of the 15th century. It presents all the characteristic stylistic elements: a highly girdled silhouette, an abundant drapery with angular folds, but also a great physical presence accentuated by the polychromy that restores the anatomical details. This group is made of a wooden log. The deep folds of the drapery highlight the movement of the Virgin holding the child.       Bibliography :   Sophie Guillot de Suduiraut, Dévotion et Séduction, Sculptures souabes des musées de France, vers 1460-1530, Paris musée du Louvre-Éditions somogy, 2015   “Revelation 12 -   Common English Bible...

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