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
Gothic Turned Wood Settee
By William & Mary
Located in New York, NY
Gilded Age American settee with upholstered seat and carved mahogany frame with spindle detailing. Seat is reupholstered in a bold red wool blend fabric. Circa 1890-1910.
Category
20th Century American Medieval Furniture
Materials
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
10'x14'2" Vivid White Wool and Silk Nain Floral Design Hand Knotted 250 KPSI Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Vivid White, Wool and Silk, Nain All Over Floral Design, Hand Knotted, 250 KPSI, Oriental Rug
Primary materials: Wool & Silk
Latex: No Pile
height: 0.25 Inches
Style: Traditional
Pr...
Category
2010s Indian Medieval Furniture
Materials
Silk
Original Antique Illuminated Print of Mary Magdalene. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of Mary Magdalene
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Paper
11'9"x18'1" White 250 KPSI Nain Flower Design Hand Knotted Wool and Silk Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Floral White, 250 KPSI, Nain with Flower Medallion Design, Hand Knotted, Wool and Silk, Oversized, Oriental Rug
Primary materials: Wool & Silk
Latex: No Pile
height: 0.25 Inches
Sty...
Category
2010s Indian Medieval Furniture
Materials
Silk
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St Thomas Becket. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St Thomas Becket
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Paper
Byzantine Style Marble Baptismal Font on Later Stand
Located in Essex, MA
Byzantine style carved marble Baptismal font on later cast stone stand. Four lion leads Circumnavigate the font. Foliate and Byzantine Carving Th...
Category
19th Century Unknown Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Marble
2'6"x9'10" Green, Vintage Look Mamluk, Worn Wool Hand Knotted Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Medium Jungle Green, Vintage Look Mamluk, Zero Pile, Shaved Low, Worn Wool, Hand Knotted, Runner Oriental Rug
Primary materials: Worn Wool
Latex: No Pile
height: 0.25 Inches
Style: ...
Category
2010s Indian Medieval Furniture
Materials
Wool
19th Century Gothic Pine Diminutive Church Pew
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Charming and withs tons of character, or patina or both. Gothic church pew with paneled sides in a smaller size, about 4.5 feet so its very manageab...
Category
1850s American Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Pine
Pretty Vintage Aubusson Style médiéval design Jacquard Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
very beautiful French Aubusson style tapestry, with a design of a medieval tapestries. This tapestry has been made in the renowned “La Filandière” manufacturing
Beautiful colours w...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Medieval Furniture
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St Edward The Confessor. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St Edward The Confessor
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Paper
Tall Antique Gothic Arched Oak Door
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A tall antique gothic arched oak door dating to circa 1900, sourced from a grade II listed building in Bristol’s old city.
Once used in an established gentlemen’s club, the text 'Ge...
Category
Early 20th Century English Medieval Furniture
Materials
Wood, Oak
Oxalis Cocktail Stand – Modern Gothic Handcrafted Pedestal Base Side Table
By Realm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Drawing influence from gothic architecture and design, the Oxalis collection encapsulates the studio's concept of medieval modern design. Likening our current era to the feudal dark ...
Category
2010s American Medieval Furniture
Materials
Copper
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St Elizabeth of Hungary. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St Elizabeth of Hungary
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Paper
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St John Chrysostom. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St John Chrystostom
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Paper
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St Ignatius of Antioch. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St Ignatius of Antioch
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Paper
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...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Walnut
6'2"x8'6" Gray Peshawar Birds of Paradise Design Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Stone Gray, Afghan Peshawar with Birds of Paradise Design, Hand Knotted, Soft and Shiny Wool, Vegetable Dyes, Oriental Rug
Primary materials: Wool
Latex: No Pile
height: 0.25 Inches...
Category
2010s Afghan Medieval Furniture
Materials
Wool
Spanish Alms Box / Wall Decoration in Blue & Yellow Patina, 18th Century
Located in Barcelona, ES
Carved wood hand painted donation / offering ALM Box, Spain, 18th century.
Polychromed carved wood church collection offering donation money box as wall decoration.
Wall hanging collection / donation money box. Originally used to collect donations at Christian churches/chapels. Interesting to be used as key box or key cabinet or as wall decoration
Rare find.
Provenance: Private collection.
No key avaliable.
Overall Measures:
46 cm H x 31,5 cm W x 14 cm D
Poor box...
Category
18th Century Spanish Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Wood, Pine
10'x10' Beige Hand Knotted Silk-Textured Wool Directional Vase Design Round Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Beige, Silk With Textured Wool Hand Knotted, Directional Vase Design, Square Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the cent...
Category
2010s Indian Medieval Furniture
Materials
Silk
18th Century Spanish Carved Chestnut and Copper "Brasero" on Barley Twist Legs
Located in Dallas, TX
This unique, interesting fruit wood "Brasero" table was crafted in Spain, circa 1780. Round in shape, the antique table stands on four chestnut barley twist legs, and is dressed with...
Category
Late 18th Century Spanish Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Brass, Copper
Vintage 5-Tier Carved Walnut Etagere Shelf/Bookcase
Located in Wilmington, DE
Vintage 5-Tier Carved Walnut Etagere Shelf/Bookcase
Offered is a beautiful vintage Etegere shelf. This piece is made of Walnut, features five shelves/tiers ...
Category
1930s American Vintage Medieval Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Old Antique Reclaimed Large Stone Fireplace Mantel with Trumeau Overmantle
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Reclaimed from a castle in Caithness, England, this majestic 115" high mid-18th century hand-carved limestone fireplace is a truly rare and captivating royal masterpiece. It represents an artistic mix of elegance, history and sophistication that has been extremely well kept throughout the years. The perfection within the details of this two-tiered fireplace is quite fascinating. It is a true representation for the skilled craftsmanship and sculptural artistry of the period's master carvers.
Engraved right into the trumeau center of this monumental antique mantel...
Category
Mid-18th Century English Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Limestone, Iron
French Pair of 18th Century Wrought Iron Andirons
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An elegant pair of French hand-wrought iron fireplace andirons, made in the 18th century if not earlier. They are Gothic in style with a reddish brown patina from oxidation of the ir...
Category
18th Century French Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Iron
Cloud Gray Hand Knotted Bidjar Garus Design 200 KPSI Fine Wool Rug 9'0" x 12'0"
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
2010s Afghan Medieval Furniture
Materials
Wool
Spanish Revival Carved Wood Mirror with Medieval Knight Shaped Frame
Located in Barcelona, ES
Medieval Inspired wall mirror, Walnut, Spain, 1930s.
One of a kind carved walnut mirror framed by a spanish knight. This finely carved wall mirror has ...
Category
20th Century Spanish Medieval Furniture
Materials
Walnut, Wood
Rare Large 15th Century Renaissance English Oak Roof Angels Corbel.
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Rare Large 15th Century Renaissance English Oak Roof Angels Corbel.
Truly astonishing rare roof angels, circa 1450. The large Medieval carvi...
Category
15th Century and Earlier English Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Oak
Vintage Crackle Glass Coffee Table on Polished Iron Base
Located in Dallas, TX
This unusual cocktail table would make an interesting addition to any living room, sitting area, office, or den. Square in shape, the elegant table stands on four cabriole legs, embe...
Category
2010s American Medieval Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
10'2"x10'2" White 250 KPSI Hand Knotted Nain Flower Design Wool-Silk Square Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Snow White, 250 KPSI, Hand Knotted, Nain with Flower Medallion Design, Wool and Silk, Square, Oriental Rug
Primary materials: Wool & Silk
Latex: No Pile
height: 0.25 Inches
Style: T...
Category
2010s Indian Medieval Furniture
Materials
Silk
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St Vincent De Paul. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St Vincent De Paul
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper s...
Category
1880s English Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Paper
Krone Edgar Allan Poe Limited Edition Fountain Pen with Original Box
Located in Plainview, NY
This exquisite Krone fountain pen showcases a dark brown celluloid barrel intricately marbled with subtle violet veins. Its sterling silver cap and endpiece are adorned with beautif...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Medieval Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
16th century large chest strongbox iron and walnut
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A quite large 16th century Italian so called 'coffre fort' . Coffers or chest like these were specifically made for cities or large villages to safegueard the gold and valuables. The...
Category
16th Century Italian Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Iron
16th - 17th Century German Gothic 'Joab and Abner' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Soest, NL
16th - 17th century Gothic style German fireback depicting Joab and Abner.
After King Saul’s death, his army commander Abner supported Saul’s son Ish-bosheth as king over Israel, w...
Category
Early 17th Century German Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Iron
Large Medieval inscription
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Large Medieval German Inscription
stone
Germany, 14th century
46 x 83 x 13 cm
Category
15th Century and Earlier German Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Stone
1890 French Big Winged Standing Dragon Wrought Iron Sconces
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Housing one light each. These will be newly rewired with certified US UL sockets for the USA and appropriate sockets for all other countries. Standing winged dragons with lots of det...
Category
1890s French Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St George. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St George
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Paper
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St Joseph. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St Joseph
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Paper
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St Matthew. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St Matthew
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Paper
17th Century Gothic Carved Oak Green Man Buffet, Serving Table
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
17th century gothic carved oak green man buffet, serving table
This is an elegant example of furniture carved in the Gothic style of Green Man Oak, w...
Category
17th Century Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Oak
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St Matilda. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St Matilda
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Paper
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St Teresa of Avila. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St Teresa of Avila
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Paper
Pair 19th Century Palatial Spelter Medieval Statues Roland & Robert I on Stands
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
This is an amazing pair of detailed spelter medieval military figures on wonderful bases with dragon heads and paw feet. The figures are titled Roland and Robert 1 and are completely...
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Spelter
18th Century Medieval Style Carved Oak Door or Panel
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique 18th century medieval style carved oak door or panel; one of two similar for sale at UK Heritage.
Previously used as a decorative panel and transformed into a door, this ...
Category
Late 18th Century French Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Wood, Fruitwood, Oak, Pine
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St Francis of Sales. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St Francis of Sales
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Paper
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St Rosa of Lima. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St Rosa of Lima
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Paper
Ancient Byzantine Bronze Double-Sided Engraved Reliquary Cross, 9th-12th Century
Located in New York, NY
Fine engraved double-sided Byzantine bronze reliquary cross, 9th-12th Century AD
Excellent original patina
Composed of two parts hinged at the top an...
Category
15th Century and Earlier European Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Bronze
2'8"x13' Powder White, Hand Knotted, Nain Design, 250 KPSI Wool Runner Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Powder White, Hand Knotted, Nain with Center Medallion Flower Design, 250 KPSI, Organic Wool, Runner Oriental Rug
Primary materials: Wool
Latex: No Pile
height: 0.25 Inches
Style: T...
Category
2010s Indian Medieval Furniture
Materials
Wool
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...
Category
Early 19th Century British Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Antique Grotesque Monk Wall Candle Head in Plaster, Italy 1900s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A small sculptural candleholder for wall mount. A medieval style inspired painted plaster head depicting a monks head. Grotesque caricature with strong evil/dark features. It was mad...
Category
Early 20th Century European Medieval Furniture
Materials
Plaster
Framed Late 15th Century Illuminated Book of Hours Manuscript
Located in Houston, TX
Framed late 15th century illuminated Book of Hours manuscript circa 1500, France. Gouache, ink gold wash and gold burnishing on vellum. Framed within large decorative matt. In very g...
Category
16th Century French Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Gold Leaf
8'7"x11'10" Blush Red Antique Persian Bijar Full Pile Hand Knotted Soft Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
Blush Red, Antique Persian Bijar, Full Pile and Soft, Shabby Chic, Sides and Ends Professionally Secured, Hand Knotted, 100% Wool, Oriental Rug
Primary materials: Wool
Latex: No Pile...
Category
1920s Persian Vintage Medieval Furniture
Materials
Wool
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St Patrick. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St Patrick
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Paper
Pretty Vintage French screen printed Tapestry by hand. « hunting meeting »
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Discover the elegance of this mid-century French screen printed tapestry by hand featuring the exquisite design of the renowned medieval tapestry, "Rendez vous de chasse » ( hunting...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Medieval Furniture
Materials
Wool, Cotton
1940s Gothic Style Yellow Velvet Carved Arch Armoire Cabinet
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1940s with this exquisite carved wood and yellow velvet armoire. The ultra rare cabinet exudes an air of luxury and refinement....
Category
1940s French Vintage Medieval Furniture
Materials
Iron
17th century Spanish or Italian carved solid wood chest
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Spanish or Italian 17th century bis chest.
Chest structure in solid walnut, entirely hand-carved. Exceptional craftsmanship.
Very naive vintage conduction with a nice patina on the...
Category
17th Century Italian Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Walnut
2'6"x4'10" Red Antique Persian Sarouk Pure Wool Hand Knotted Clean Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
1920s Persian Vintage Medieval Furniture
Materials
Wool
Large Swan-Neck Wrought Fireplace Andirons Fire Dogs
Located in London, GB
A large pair of wrought-iron swan-neck andirons / fire dogs. The swan-necks are set on arch-supports with iron-rivet. A sturdy blacksmith-made pair of fire dogs suitable for burning...
Category
1890s English Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Iron
Blue Hand Knotted Overdyed Old Persian Tabriz Worn Down Rustic Look Wool Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
1960s Persian Vintage Medieval Furniture
Materials
Wool
19th Century Italian Alabaster Carved Head Of A Bishop Saint
Located in Stamford, CT
19th century Italian carved alabaster head of a saint wearing a bishop's mitre in the Gothic style. Though a fragment, the intense gaze of this small carving gives it a lot of presence. Rendered by a master carver, this piece has a lot of personality. Likely an architectural fragment, the weathered surface and distressed condition only add to the appeal of this unique sculpture. Mounted on an ebonized walnut base.
10 inches high 3.5 square
5 7/8 inches high by 4 wide by 3.75 deep (head only)
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Medieval Furniture
Materials
Alabaster
Medieval furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Medieval furniture 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 furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include rugs and carpets, building and garden elements, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wool and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Medieval furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, Asia, and West Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include Europa Antiques, Arval Argenti Valenza, Edward F. Caldwell & Co., and Aeterna Furniture. 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 furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $30 and tops out at $275,000 while the average work can sell for $1,886.