Religious Items
1940s Belgian Other Vintage Religious Items
Terracotta
19th Century Burmese Other Antique Religious Items
Wood, Lacquer
Early 20th Century Indonesian Other Religious Items
Copper
1990s Italian Other Religious Items
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Religious Items
Sheet Metal, Silver Plate
Mid-20th Century Asian Other Religious Items
Brass, Bronze
Early 20th Century Israeli Other Religious Items
Silver
19th Century Thai Other Antique Religious Items
Gold Leaf
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Religious Items
Silver Plate, Sheet Metal
1990s Italian Other Religious Items
Sterling Silver
Early 17th Century Thai Other Antique Religious Items
Bronze
Early 20th Century Israeli Art Nouveau Religious Items
Wool
1920s German Other Vintage Religious Items
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Israeli Art Nouveau Religious Items
Wool
1750s Tibetan Other Antique Religious Items
Brass
1970s Italian Other Vintage Religious Items
Silver
1750s Tibetan Other Antique Religious Items
Brass
1890s English Other Antique Religious Items
Silver
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Religious Items
Art Glass
Early 1800s Mongolian Other Antique Religious Items
Copper
Early 20th Century Italian Other Religious Items
Porcelain
Late 19th Century Burmese Other Antique Religious Items
Lacquer, Paper
20th Century Thai Other Religious Items
Wood
1890s Burmese Other Antique Religious Items
Giltwood, Lacquer
19th Century American Other Antique Religious Items
Zinc
1890s Burmese Other Antique Religious Items
Stone
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Religious Items
Silver Plate, Sheet Metal
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Religious Items
Silver Plate, Sheet Metal
Religious Artifacts and Antiques for Sale on 1stDibs
Religious art has had an enduring and significant role throughout history and continues to resonate with modern audiences. Over the years, vintage and antique religious artifacts have become popular with collectors and the devout alike, and religious art has been used to express devotion across a range of media.
Historic examples of religious art remain evocative. From the Renaissance to 1800, many Old Masters actively explored sacred themes from Christianity. In the Baroque period, painters infused religious scenes with intense emotions through the technique of chiaroscuro, which uses strong contrasts between light and dark.
From the 18th to 19th century, Gothic Revival saw designers using elements that evoked the Middle Ages. Artists found inspiration in the romantic qualities of medieval paneling, furniture and other accoutrements, such as candelabras, statues and crosses. Works created in the Gothic style add drama and a grandiose elegance to any room.
Religious art reflects the diversity of beliefs around the world. Islamic art and Judaica are just a couple of examples of the vibrant expression that has coursed through faith-based art over the centuries. Sculptures have long depicted the image of Buddha, while intricately carved reliefs have stunningly depicted deities from Hinduism, like Ganesh. Members of Nepalese religions that emphasize shamanism have made ornate drums, artistically enhanced with images of animals like birds.
In some cases, artisans have created pieces that celebrate specific religious holidays such as the Jewish festival of Hanukkah. But even everyday items are an opportunity to bring both art and religion into a space. For example, designers of furniture over the years have drawn on elements found in cathedrals and other religious settings in order to elevate their work.
On 1stDibs, find a varied collection of antique and vintage religious artifacts and other objects that can be searched by style, period, artist and material, such as wood or metal.