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Medieval Gothic Carved Tracery Fragment
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Medieval Gothic Carved Tracery Fragment

Pre 16th century
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Beautiful medieval gothic tracery panel in oak with central rose, crisp carving and a lovely dry surface

English

15th century

Physical Dimensions
Height
36cm (14.17")
Width
16cm (6.30")
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Martin Murray Antiques has dated this Gothic Oak Tracery Fragment to a period before the 16th Century.

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SA1125235
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Description
Beautiful medieval gothic tracery panel in oak with central rose, crisp carving and a lovely dry surface

English

15th century

Height
36cm (14.17")
Width
16cm (6.30")
Date of Manufacture

Martin Murray Antiques has dated this Gothic Oak Tracery Fragment to a period before the 16th Century.

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SA1125235
Dealers Internal Ref
mm62
Martin Murray Antiques
Martin Murray Antiques
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A rectangular dark oak carved fragment featuring pierced Gothic tracery with diagonal saltire motifs and a central carved rosette.
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Archive I A rectangular dark oak carved fragment featuring pierced Gothic tracery with diagonal saltire motifs and a central carved rosette.

Medieval Gothic Carved Tracery Fragment

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A rectangular dark oak carved fragment featuring pierced Gothic tracery with diagonal saltire motifs and a central carved rosette.
Medieval gothic carved tracery fragment
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A rectangular dark oak carved fragment featuring pierced Gothic tracery with diagonal saltire motifs and a central carved rosette.
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  • ObjectArchitectural Salvage
  • PeriodPre 16th century
  • StyleGothic
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsPierced tracery, Rosette carving, Saltire cross design
  • SizeH 36 cm (14 in) x W 16 cm (6 in)

This architectural salvage fragment dates from the pre 16th century period in a Gothic style. The piece is formed from dark brown oak with a dry surface, showing visible wood grain, weathered patination, and minor surface abrasions consistent with medieval age. The rectangular wooden construction comprises crisp pierced tracery with diagonal saltire cross motifs framing open quatrefoil voids. A central rosette carving punctuates the design alongside a smaller rosette motif positioned towards the right edge. The outer frame is constructed with thick, solid timber edges enclosing the openwork decoration. Practical dimensions measure 36 cm high by 16 cm wide. Suitable for display within a traditional interior, this architectural timber fragment finds placement resting on a mantelpiece or mounted upon a wall as decorative interior salvaged art. The carved woodwork complements historic studies, library spaces, or period living rooms seeking authentic medieval architectural elements. Collectors of early English woodwork integrate such panels into eclectic room schemes alongside period furniture and stonework.

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Gothic tracery woodwork refers to ornamental openwork carving featuring geometric patterns, arcades, and motifs such as trefoils, quatrefoils, and rosettes. Originating in medieval ecclesiastical architecture, these carved wooden elements were incorporated into church screens, choir stalls, and fine domestic furniture.

Historic panels were predominantly hand-carved from native European oak using chisels and gouges. The timber was quarter-sawn for stability, and panels were integrated into timber frames using traditional mortise and tenon joinery without the use of modern adhesives or mechanical fasteners.

Authentic period carvings display irregular hand-tool marks, natural shrinkage along the wood grain, and uneven wear pattern consistent with age. Undersides and unexposed edges often reveal rough axe or adze marks, while the timber surface shows natural patination and oxidisation.

Architectural fragments can be displayed as standalone decorative object on a mantelpiece, mounted within a custom frame, or positioned on modern open shelving. Placing historic timber against neutral, contemporary backdrops creates visual contrast and highlights the carved geometric detail.

Historical woodwork should be dusted regularly using a soft bristles brush or dry microfibre cloth. Avoid wet cleaning products, harsh chemicals, or modern silicone polishes, applying a clear beeswax paste sparingly to protect the wood finish and retain existing patination.
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