Medieval Wall Decorations
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
Hand-crafted Gothic 16th century panel in oak, Belgium
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 16th century / wooden sculpted panel / oak / Gothic / Rustic / Antique
A panel in oak wood enriched with Gothic graphic carvings. Hand carved in Belgium in the 16th centur...
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16th Century Belgian Antique Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Oak
Bobyrug’s Vintage French Hand Printed Medieval Design Tapestry « Noble Amazon
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Discover a reproduction of the exquisite "Noble Amazone" French medieval museum tapestry, a true masterpiece of design. This captivating artwork showcases a noble lady elegantly seat...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Cotton
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St Bruno of Cologne. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St Bruno of Cologne
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Bobyrug’s Nice Vintage Aubusson Style Jaquar Tapestry with Medieval Museum Desig
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Discover the elegance of French heritage with this exquisite midcentury tapestry featuring the captivating "Dame à l'orgue" (The Lady at the Organ) design from the Angers museum. Adm...
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Mid-20th Century French Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Cotton, Wool
French Tapestry, Genuine Jacquard in Medieval Style - H 131 x W 190 cm - N 1439
Located in Paris, FR
Located a stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower in Paris, we are a French family business
specializing in the purchase, sale, expertise, cleaning, restoration and conservation of
tapes...
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19th Century French Antique Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Wool
16th Century English Tapestry
Located in LYON, FR
Very rare 16th Century English tapestry. Hand made my candle light over 300 years ago.
Recently professionally cleaned and in good condition.
Sources in Lyon France
Any questions p...
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16th Century English Antique Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Wool
17th Century Gothic sculpted oak panel, Belgium
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 17th century / sculpted panel / oak / Gothic / Rustic / Antique
A rare Belgian 17th century grotesque sculpted panel. Hand-carved with floral and foliage decorations with ...
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17th Century Belgian Antique Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Oak
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 Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
19th C. Italian Capriccio Ruins of Church with a Cemetery & Gravediggers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th C. Italian Capriccio Ruins of Church with a Cemetery & Gravediggers
Apparently Unsigned
Oil On Canvas: 13.5-inches high x 16- inches wide
Framed : 18-inches high x 22 - inche...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood
French Tapestry, Genuine Jacquard in Medieval Style - H160xW142 cm - No. 1440
Located in Paris, FR
Located a stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower in Paris, we are a French family business
specializing in the purchase, sale, expertise, cleaning, restoration and conservation of
tapes...
Category
19th Century French Antique Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Wool
Gothic oak sculpted panel from the 16th century, Belgium
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 16th century / wooden sculpted panel / oak / Gothic / Rustic / Antique
A panel in oak wood enriched with Gothic graphic carvings. Hand carved in Belgium in the 16th centur...
Category
16th Century Belgian Antique Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Oak
Bobyrug’s Pretty Mid Century French Aubusson Tapestry medieval design
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very pretty mid century french Aubusson tapestry with beautiful design from the painter Georges Deveche ( 1903-1974), showing a scene of a museum medieval tapestry with beautiful col...
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Mid-20th Century French Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Wool
Wonderful Vintage French screen printed by hand Tapestry « departure to hunt »
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Discover the elegance of this mid-century French screen-printed by hand tapestry featuring the exquisite design of «Departure for falcon hunting on horseback”
This tapestry, a repli...
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Mid-20th Century French Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Linen
19th Century Aubusson Tapestry
Located in LYON, FR
Beautifully vivid, 1860-1870 Hand-woven Aubusson French Tapestry. Bought in St Ouen Paris.
Warm fresh earthy tones, with amazing detail all in excellent condition.
This piece has ha...
Category
1860s French Antique Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Wool
19th Century Church Sculptures Stations of the cross x 10
Located in Buxton, GB
Add a wow factor touch of religious art to your home décor or commercial space with these stunning 19th century church bas reliefs in terracotta. The intricate sculptures feature the...
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19th Century French Antique Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Terracotta, Paint
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St Anne. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St Anne
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St Bernard of Clairvaux. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St Bernard of Clairvaux
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Foxing to the margin
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St Stephen. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St Stephen
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
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 Wall Decorations
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 Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St Barbara. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St Barbara
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St Isodore of Seville. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St Isodore of Seville
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Original Antique Illuminated Print of All Saints. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of All Saints
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St Scholastica. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St Scholastica
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St Henry 11. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St Henry II
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Foxing to the margin
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Antique English Needlepoint Tristan and Isolde Tapestry with Medieval Style
Located in Dallas, TX
78092 Antique English Needlepoint Tristan and Isolde Tapestry with Medieval Style 02'04 x 03'05. Drawing inspiration from Viking love-romance history and Celtic legend, this handwoven wool antique English needlepoint tapestry beautifully embodies Medieval style. The wall tapestry depicts Isolde and Tristan drinking the love potion. This is a Petit Point with metallic thread (possibly silver/gold). The colors join to create a truly compelling dance, and inaudibly speak with a timeless voice that is characterized by sensual decadence, as well as by stately action. All facets of this piece collectively entwine to form the striking and grand charm of a textile that is worthy to depict the tender, emotive, and vibrant details of humans and histories, no longer known. With its commitment to tradition and heart full of whimsy, this Medieval style tapestry...
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Early 20th Century English Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Wool
19th Century French Carved Walnut Royal Coat-of-Arms of the City of Paris
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate an office or a study with this elegant antique "Blason" or coat of arms. Created in France circa 1870, the hand carved sculpture depicts the coat of arms of the city of Paris. The wall mounted Medieval style crest is in excellent condition commensurate with age and use and adorns a rich walnut patina.
The coat of arms of the city of Paris shows a silver sailing ship...
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19th Century French Antique Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Walnut
Gothic hand sculpted oak panel in oak, Belgium 17th century
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 17th century / wooden sculpted panel / oak / Gothic / Rustic / Antique
A panel in oak wood enriched with Gothic carvings. Hand carved in Belgium in the 17th century. This ...
Category
17th Century Belgian Antique Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Oak
IMPORTANT TRIPTIC FLORENTINE SCHOOL (Italy) 16th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
IMPORTANT TRIPTIC
FLORENTINE SCHOOL (Italy) 16th Century
Oil on wood, representing the Eternal Father, Our Lady with Baby Jesus, Saint Bernadino of Siena, San León, Saint Stephen an...
Category
16th Century Italian Antique Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Paint
Bobyrug’s Wonderful Vintage French hand printed 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...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Cotton
Pretty Vintage French screen printed medieval design Tapestry «unicorn hunt»
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Discover the elegance of this mid-century French Aubusson style tapestry made with wool and cotton , by screen printing method by hand, featuring the exquisite design of the renowned medieval museum tapestry, « The Unicorn is Assailed. From the Unicorn Hunt Tapestries...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Period Gothic Oak Trunk or Chest Façade from Picardie France, circa 1550
Located in Dallas, TX
Often when centuries-old trunks did not survive the passage of time, 19th-century menuisiers (French woodworkers) would salvage the surviving wood and carve new furniture such as desks and similar trunks. The facade was typically the most ornate section of these antique trunks, making intact frontages highly valued antiques. Hand-carved from oak in Picardie, France, circa 1550, this period Gothic architectural is a beautiful example of an antique trunk facade that was not incorporated into a more recent furnishing. Picardie is a former administrative region in northern France that is home to many Gothic cathedrals. The Amiens Cathedral (mid-13th century) is the largest standing cathedral in Europe and is truly a masterpiece of Gothic architecture.
Our trunk frontage has five vertically oriented inset panels embellished with various forms of Gothic tracery, including high-arching niches...
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16th Century French Antique Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Metal, Iron
Impressive and Large Bronze Wall Plaque of a Suffering Christ by Sylvain Norga
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare and sizeable Art Deco religious plaque.
Stunning sculpture / plaque by one of the greats when it comes to religious art. This sizeable, heavy and detailed plaque depicts Jesus...
Category
Early 20th Century Belgian Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Antique English Encaustic Medieval Style Tiles
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A pair of antique English encaustic medieval style tiles perfect for display in a period cottage or townhouse.
The set comprises of two 12cm tiles displaying a pomegranate and Tudor...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Antique Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Clay
Bobyrug’s Wonderful Vintage French Hand Printed Tapestry Vendanges Design
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Discover the elegance of this mid-century French hand-printed, numbered tapestry featuring the exquisite design of the renowned medieval museum tapestry, "Les Vendanges" (grape harve...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Cotton
Early 1900s Marked Art Deco Period Bronze Relief Wall Plaque Depicting the Pieta
Located in Lisse, NL
Heavy and finest quality, religious bronze wall plaque.
This intense, bronze wall plaque depicts the Virgin Mary grieving over the body of Jesus Christ after the crucifixion. The h...
Category
Early 20th Century European Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Bronze
Set of 16th and 18th Century French Carved Panels on Custom Wall Mounts
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite set of two carved walnut architectural panels from France showcases the evolution of artistic styles from the 16th to the 18th century. The 18th-century panel, adorned...
Category
16th Century French Antique Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Walnut
17th century Gothic hand sculpted oak panel from Belgium
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 17th century / wooden sculpted panel / oak / Gothic / Rustic / Antique
A panel in oak wood enriched with Gothic carvings. Hand carved in Belgium in the 17th century. This ...
Category
17th Century Belgian Antique Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Oak
An Impressive 18th Century Painted Parchment Armorial
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
An Impressive 18th Century Painted Parchment Armorial
Height: 260cm Width: 185cm
Provenance: Private Melbourne collection.
Category
18th Century Italian Antique Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Parchment Paper
Antique Bas-Relief 'Jesus and the Twelve Disciples' in Stone
Located in Meer, VAN
Antique Bas-Relief 'Jesus and the Twelve Disciples' in Stone, early 20th century. Presumably European origin.
Beautiful antique bas relief depicting Jesus and the twelve disciples. ...
Category
Early 20th Century European Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Stone
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 left half (the pressing side) of the renowned medieval museum tapestry, "...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Linen
Bobyrug’s Beautiful vintage French embroidered tapestry, Bayeux museum design
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Discover the charm of our exquisite vintage French tapestry embroidery featuring a section from the Bayeux tapestry. Entirely hand embroidered with wool on a cotton foundation with t...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Victorian Carved Oak Wall Hanging Display Cabinet
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Victorian carved oak wall hanging display cabinet
This is a very large piece, it has 2 individual cupboards in the one piece.
The c...
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Oak
Pretty Vintage wide French screen printed Tapestry by hand. «
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 museum tapestry, “falcon hunting” or (Medieva...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Linen
Bobyrug’s Nice French Aubusson Style Medieval Design Jaquar Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Behold this exquisite French tapestry, meticulously crafted as a museum-tapestry design replica. This tapestry captures the essence of a renowned masterpiece, featuring a captivating...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Wool, Cotton
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Linen
Pair of Antique 20th Century Medieval Style Tiles
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A pair of antique 20th century medieval style tiles.
Modelled in relief, these deeply cast 5-inch tiles display a classically dressed jousting knight on horseback in striking colourf...
Category
Early 20th Century English Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Clay
Set of 3 Antique Medieval Style Shields
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A set of 3 early 20th century antique medieval style decorative shields originating from France. Made from tin, this splendid trio would make for high...
Category
Early 20th Century French Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Metal, Tin
Small Antique Stained Glass Panel of Medieval Soldier
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique stained glass panels of a medieval soldier figure.
Dating to circa 1780, this stained glass panel has stood the test of time as it showcases precision, detail and good qu...
Category
Late 18th Century English Antique Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Glass, Stained Glass
Large Italian Decorative Painted Curved Hanging Shield
Located in Sherborne, GB
Decorate a games room or a study with this colorful painted curved plaque. Crafted in southern Italy, circa 1950, the painted wall sculpture features a center medallion decorated wit...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Pine
Circle of Pietro Cavallini - St. Bartholomew - 14th century Fresco
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Circle of Pietro Cavallini (Rome, 1250–1330)
St. Bartholomew
Fresco transferred onto canvas
Umbria, 14th century
66.5 x 40 cm
Provenance:
Collection of Raymond Van Marle (The Hagu...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas, Plaster
Antique Decorative Wall Panel Carved with Mythical Scene
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An intricately carved 19th century antique wooden wall panel depicting a mythical or biblical scene. It details what appears to be three mythological beings, possibly witches or sorc...
Category
Late 19th Century German Antique Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Wood, Boxwood
English Gothic Style Holy Water Bronze Faucet Oak Wall Plaques
Located in Queens, NY
2 English Gothic Revival style (19th Century) bronze faucets mounted on oak wall plaque. (PRICED EACH).
Category
19th Century Antique Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Antique Medieval Shields
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A pair of antique 20th century medieval shields. Made from tin, this splendid pair would make for highly decorative new wall hangings in a home, or perhaps castle. Dating back to 190...
Category
Early 20th Century French Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Metal, Tin
Pretty medieval Aubusson Style Jacquard Tapestry «Hunting stop or peasant snack
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
Halte de chasse ou c...
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Mid-20th Century French Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Winslow Health Hygiene Series Medical Scientific Insect Wall Chart Print
Located in Oakville, CT
Vintage, Winslow Health and Hygiene scientific insect series medical wall print, chart. "Edited by C.E.A Winslow Dr. P.H. Copy Right 1929. For explanation see manual. Published by De...
Category
20th Century American Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Metal
Oil on Board Halloween feature "Midnight in the Church Cemetery"
Located in Ferndale, MI
Midnight in the Church Cemetery, Illegible Signature dated 1938.
Oil on board in original stepped Art Deco frame.
Category
1930s American Vintage Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Masonite
Oil on Canvas Portrait of a Medieval Man Signed Costello
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Oil painting of a medieval man with drop earing, signed on lower corner Costello. Original caved wood Frame. Circa 1950's. Framed 17.5 tall, 15.5 wide...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Medieval Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas, Hardwood
Medieval wall decorations for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Medieval wall decorations 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 wall decorations created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include wall decorations, more furniture and collectibles, rugs and carpets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Medieval wall decorations made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original wall decorations, popular names associated with this style include Alain Cornic, Denoyer-Geppert, Europa Antiques, and Jindra Bernatova. 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 wall decorations 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 $23,097 while the average work can sell for $2,142.