Gothic Lighting
GOTHIC STYLE
The Gothic Revival movement (also called Victorian Gothic or Neo-Gothic) emerged in Britain in the 1740s, and reached its height in the late-19th century. The style is characterized by such decorative flourishes as pointed arches, floral details, finials, heraldic motifs and linenfold carving. The movement was rooted in religious and social conservatism. Its proponents, who included Charles Barry and A.W.N. Pugin, the architects of London’s Houses of Parliament (designed in 1840), believed that the art and architecture of the Middle Ages were authentically spiritual and inherently moral.
In the United States, the Gothic Revival movement shaped both public buildings and private houses. Numerous American schools were built in the early-19th century in a style now called Collegiate Gothic. Many builders and craftsmen were inspired by Andrew Jackson Downing’s widely read 1850 book Architecture for Country Houses, which posited that a family’s home should exemplify their values — and that the Gothic Revival style was particularly well-suited to scholars and clergymen. Furniture with detailing that mirrored that of Gothic Revival buildings appeared in the same period. Such pieces typically feature dark, intricately carved wood, and upholstery in velvet or leather.
Much like the castle or cathedral that inspired it, a Gothic Revival chair makes a bold design statement. And while you probably don’t have to cross a moat or raise a portcullis to get through your front door, a Gothic Revival piece might make a statement that your home is indeed your castle.
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Style: Gothic
Interesting Gilt Bronze and Crystal "Grotesque" Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
An interesting early 20th century gilt bronze and crystal twenty-six-light "Grotesque" chandelier.
A unique Gothic style, drop crystal, basket chandelier with different "Grotesque" faces and designs. Twenty-four-tiered perimeter lights (including six lanterns) and two-tiered interior lights.
Artists began to give the tiny faces of the figures in grotesque decorations strange caricatured expressions, in a direct continuation of the medieval traditions of the drolleries in the border decorations or initials in illuminated manuscripts. From this the term began to be applied to larger caricatures, such as those of Leonardo da Vinci, and the modern sense began to develop. It is first recorded in English in 1646 from Sir Thomas Browne: "In nature there are no grotesques". By extension backwards in time, the term became also used for the medieval originals, and in modern terminology medieval drolleries, half-human thumbnail vignettes drawn in the margins, and carved figures on buildings (that are not also waterspouts, and so gargoyles) are also called "grotesques".
A Boom in the production of works of art in the grotesque genre, characterized the period 1920–1933 of German art. In contemporary illustration art, the "grotesque" figures, in the ordinary conversational sense, commonly appear in the genre grotesque art...
Category
Early 20th Century French Gothic Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
19th Century French Gothic Black Forged Wrought Iron Floor Lamp
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a study of office with this elegant wrought iron floor fixture. Crafted in southern France, circa 1860, the candelabra lamp stands on a four-leg base ending with small feet....
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Lighting
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
19th Century French Gothic Wrought Iron Two-Light Lanterns Sconces, Set of 4
Located in Dallas, TX
For a unique lighting feature, look no further than these four elegant antique sconces. Crafted in France circa 1880, the outdoor wall lights feature a dome shaped top and dressed wi...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Lighting
Materials
Iron
French Gothic Style Eight-Light Iron Chandelier with Hand-Painted Crests, Wired
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Gothic style eight-light iron chandelier from the 20th century with hand-painted crests. This French Gothic style chandelier from the 20th century is an exquisite example of...
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20th Century French Gothic Lighting
Materials
Iron, Brass
Ceiling Lamp from 1930's, forged and welded steel.
Located in Turku, FI
Quite special and unique ceiling lamp from 1930's. Designer and manufacturer is unknown but it has a bit same style like Taidetakomo Hakkarainen lamps and other works.
Rough hardly...
Category
Early 20th Century Finnish Gothic Lighting
Materials
Metal
French Gothic Style Cage Shaped Wrought Iron Six-Light Chandelier, USA Wired
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Gothic style cage shaped wrought iron chandelier from circa 1950 with six scrolling arms. This French Gothic style chandelier from circa 1950 is masterfully crafted from wro...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Gothic Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of 19th Century French Gothic Painted Wrought Iron Three-Light Wall Sconces
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate an entry or man's study with this elegant pair of wall sconces. Forged in France circa 1860, each fixture with twisted arm features three lights newly wired and dressed with decorative candle sleeve covers. Both lights are decorated with eagle motifs and embellished with a hand painted crest in the middle. The tall Gothic style sconces...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique Gothic Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
19th Century French Forged Iron Two-Light Wall Torchere Sconces, Set of 3
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a hallway or entryway with this set of antique wall torcheres. Crafted in France, circa 1890, the fixtures are built of forged and hammered iron with scroll decor and further embellished with a Fleur-de-Lis motif at the top and bottom. Each light with two arms has new wiring and dressed with decorative candle cover sleeve over the round bobeches. The Gothic style sconces...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Lighting
Materials
Iron
1920s Gothic Amber Glass Sconces
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a beautiful collection of Gothic amber hammered glass sconces. The glass has a brass stained glass style frame with the original patina. ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Gothic Lighting
Materials
Glass
Pair of Gothic Wrought Iron & Bronze 2 Arm Wall Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Antique Gothic wall sconces with two arms each in a wrought iron and bronze construction. Each sconce requires two candelabra light bulbs. Good rewired condition. Priced as a pair. C...
Category
Early 20th Century American Gothic Lighting
Materials
Bronze, Wrought Iron
Antique French Wrought Iron Gothic Style Chandelier, Circa 1880
Located in Dallas, TX
Dating to the latter half of the 19th century, circa 1880, this French wrought and pinned iron chandelier is in the Gothic style, as evidenced by the highly detailed ring that compri...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Lighting
Materials
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
19th Century French Gothic Black Forged Wrought Iron Floor Lamp
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a study of office with this elegant floor fixture. Crafted in southern France, circa 1860, the candelabra lamp stands on a tripod base ending with three small feet. The twis...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Lighting
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
Italian Table Lamp Converted from the Carriage antique Spot Light
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique Italian table lamp used in the 1900 s like the carriage spot light working on the petroleum .Lamp have the Murano glass behind the bulb to produce enormous spot light for th...
Category
Early 1900s Italian Antique Gothic Lighting
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Rectangular wrought iron chandelier
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Rectangular wrought iron chandelier with golden twist trim details and original canopy.
Category
1940s French Vintage Gothic Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
19th Century Spanish Gothic Style Wrought Iron Portico Lantern.
Located in Vero Beach, FL
19th Century Spanish Gothic Style Wrought Iron Portico Lantern.
Antique hand forged iron Gothic style hanging lantern from Spain circa 1890. It i...
Category
19th Century Spanish Antique Gothic Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
19th Century French Gothic Forged Iron Five-Light Floor Lamp
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a study of office with this elegant floor fixture. Crafted in southern France, circa 1860, the candelabra lamp stands on a tripod base ending with three feet. The twisted st...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Lighting
Materials
Iron
Early Newyork Subway Train Station 32” Bronze Lantern Light
Located in Bensalem, PA
This is a truly amazing piece of New York City subway history solid bronze lantern with 2 sets of 4 original acrylic subway inserts black and white this does not have any wiring or s...
Category
1890s American Antique Gothic Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Gothic Wrought Iron Six-Light Fleur-de-Lys Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Add a touch of Gothic style to your house with this elegant light fixture. Forged in Normandy, France circa 1920, and oblong in shape, the antique chandelier features a large hand fo...
Category
Early 20th Century French Gothic Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
19th Century French Gothic Black Painted Wrought Iron Six-Light Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Bring a true "Old World" flair to your dining room, entryway or den with this large and imposing light fixture. Crafted in France circa 1870 and round in shape, this antique chandeli...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Lighting
Materials
Iron
Pair of 19th Century Neo-Gothic Italian Wrought Iron Dragon Wall Lights
Located in Hastings, GB
An incredible pair of late 19th century wrought iron wall lights/ torchiere's. This stunning pair of hand crafted Dragons are attributed to the Italian Master Ironworker Alessandro M...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Gothic Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
Circa 1900 French Gothic Style Wrought Iron Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful example of the Gothic style, from circa 1900 France, this wrought iron chandelier has six luminaires, each surrounded by an amber reflector. All luminaires are set within...
Category
Early 20th Century French Gothic Lighting
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron, Iron
A Superb Medieval Look Iron Ceiling Light A very handsome piece
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A Superb Medieval Look Iron Ceiling Light
A very handsome piece, the chandelier is Heavy and very Gothic in design, it is made in iron and cold painted much of this is worn away
The lamp has 5 branches and knight’s shields...
Category
1920s Vintage Gothic Lighting
Materials
Iron
Early 20th Century Wrought Iron Lantern with Curved Textured Glass
Located in Canton, MA
Large black wrought iron lantern with simple decorative elements at crown. Glass is a curved at glass with "glue chip" texture to refract th...
Category
Early 20th Century American Gothic Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
19th Century Gothic Wrought Iron Chandelier
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Intricate wrought iron, Gothic style chandelier with foliate and floral motif.
Category
19th Century French Antique Gothic Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
Wrought Iron Chandelier in the Gothic Style. Circa 1950
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This chandelier is made of wrought iron. This is a chandelier with 8 arms in the Gothic style. This Chandelier is part of a pair of chandeliers but can be sold individually. This is ...
Category
1950s French Vintage Gothic Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
Chandelier Pendant Wrought Iron Wood Gothic Style French Design 1940s
Located in Palermo, IT
Particular Gothic style chandelier made of wrought iron and wood. Made in France in the 1940s.
Note: We try to offer our customers an excellent service even in shipments all over t...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Gothic Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
19th Century Gothic Aged Brass English Pair of Wall Sconces
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Character rich large pair of antique Gothic brass wall sconces that look like they came from a castle! Two arms in each with open cages around the sockets and handsome masculine des...
Category
19th Century English Antique Gothic Lighting
Materials
Brass
Set of Six Wrought Iron Wall Lights in the Gothic Style. Circa 1950
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This set of six wall lights is all made of wrought iron. This is a French heavy work. Circa 1950
Category
1950s French Vintage Gothic Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
Rare Set of Three Wrought Iron Chandelier in the Gothic Style. Circa 1950
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This is a rare set of three chandeliers. These chandeliers are made of wrought iron with 8 arms. They are in the Gothic style. Chandeliers can be sold individually. This is a French ...
Category
1950s French Vintage Gothic Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
Antique Gothic Silvered Bronze 12-Light Chandelier, Circa 1860.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique Gothic Silvered Bronze 12-Light Chandelier, Circa 1860.
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique Gothic Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Gothic Style Iron Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Very Fine Hand Hammered Iron Chandelier in the Gothic style. Extraordinary iron work. 16 lights. France, circa 1890.
Dimensions: Height 51" Diameter 44"
CW5203
Category
1890s French Antique Gothic Lighting
Materials
Iron
Late 19th century Caldwell Gothic St. Michael Motif Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of late 19th century gothic style Caldwell bronze sconces with St Michael motif
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Gothic Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Pair Of Vintage Cast Brass Candleholders, Wall Sconces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair Of Vintage Cast Brass Double Swing Arm Candleholders, Wall Sconces, Gothic Fleurs De Lis, Circa 19th Century
Category
1950s French Vintage Gothic Lighting
Materials
Brass
Very Rare Set of Twenty Large, 1940s Church Indoor or Outdoor Sconces (
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very rare set of twenty of large 1940 church sconces, the glass can be easily change, to a different color of glass, the price is for the pair
they c...
Category
1940s American Vintage Gothic Lighting
Materials
Metal
5 Lights Wrought Iron Candlestick
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice 5 lights candlestick. is made of wrought iron. This is a French work. Circa 1950
Category
1950s French Vintage Gothic Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
1920's Oscar Bach Gothic style Brown Patinated Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1900 Oscar Bach bronze double light sconces, brown patinated finish
Category
1910s American Vintage Gothic Lighting
Materials
Bronze
A Superb French Gothic Iron Wall Light
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A Superb French Gothic Iron Wall Light
A very handsome Large Heavy French wall light, the light is set at a slight incline and would enhance the entrance ...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Gothic Lighting
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century French Gothic Wrought Iron Six Light Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
This intricate antique iron light fixture was forged in France circa 1960. Round in shape, the Gothic chandelier features scrolled decor un...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Gothic Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
French Gothic Wrought Iron Chandelier, c. 1930
Located in Chicago, IL
This magnificent frosted glass chandelier combines the soft finish of molded Art Deco glass with the striking forms of a Gothic wrought iron frame. The cent...
Category
Early 20th Century French Gothic Lighting
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century French Gothic Rust and Gilt Six-Light Round Iron Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Place this large antique light fixture over a dining or breakfast table. Crafted in France circa 1960, and made of solid iron, the round chandelier features a thick circular gallery ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Gothic Lighting
Materials
Iron
Antique French Gilt Metal Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique French Gilt Metal Chandelier
Country: France
Materials: Gilt Metal
Condition: Shows Patina From Age
Style: French Gothic
Year: 1950’s
$1,895
Dimensions:
30”H x 24”W x 24”D
Category
1950s French Vintage Gothic Lighting
Materials
Metal
Pair of Early 20th Century Forged Polished Iron Wall Torchere Sconces
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of early 20th century forged polished iron wall Torc decorate a powder room or an entry way with this pair of antiques wall torcheres lights. Craft...
Category
Early 20th Century French Gothic Lighting
Materials
Iron
A Superb Gothic Iron and Wood Chandelier
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A Superb Gothic Iron and Wood Chandelier
A very handsome piece, Large Heavy and very Gothic in design, the light
has 5 wide branches and would enhance the...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Gothic Lighting
Materials
Iron
Midcentury French Gothic Black and Gilt Painted Iron Six-Light Crown Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
This intricate antique iron light fixture was forged in France circa 1970. Round in shape, the Gothic chandelier features a circular hammer...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Gothic Lighting
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron
Antique Gothic Revival Gold Bronze Figural Candelabra Table Lamps, a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Gothic Revival Gold Bronze Figural Candelabra Table Lamps - a Pair. Item features wooden decorative candles, twin light sockets, pierced decorated frames, very nice antique p...
Category
Early 20th Century Gothic Lighting
Materials
Brass
Set of 5 Dragons Wall Sconces, Italy, circa 1900
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Superb set of 5 wrought iron wall sconces, representing a winged dragon holding a torchiere / a torch.
Good quality of manufacture: well-made subjects, beautiful patina of the met...
Category
Early 1900s Italian Antique Gothic Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
Spanish 1950s Gilt Iron Floor Lamp
Located in Buchanan, NY
Introducing a unique Spanish 1950s gilt iron floor lamp that adds a touch of elegance to any space. This iron floor lamp features a stunning gilt gold patin...
Category
1950s Spanish Vintage Gothic Lighting
Materials
Iron
Early 20th Century French Gothic Flat Bottom Iron Ten-Light Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a kitchen island or breakfast room with this elegant antique light fixture. Forged in France circa 1920, and rectangular in shape, the large chandelier has ten lights newly wired, and dressed with decorative dripping candle sleeve covers. The piece features an intricate flat bottom...
Category
Early 20th Century French Gothic Lighting
Materials
Iron
Pair Original Verdigris Bronze Exterior Gothic Sconces NYC
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th century Gothic bronze wall sconces with original verdigris green color. Cleaned and restored. Minor losses. Cracked glass panel will be replaced upon purchase. One missing...
Category
Early 20th Century American Gothic Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Antique French Crystal Chandelier Ceiling Lamp Lustre Art Nouveau Lamp
Located in Berlin, DE
Introducing our cherished old chandelier, lovingly and professionally restored in Berlin! Its electrical wiring works seamlessly in the US, as it has been expertly re-wired and is re...
Category
1920s French Vintage Gothic Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Custom Bronze Exterior Sconces, a Pair
Located in Canton, MA
Custom bronze large exterior sconces. New, Solid bronze, recast from a cast iron piece c. 1910. Excellent durability, bronze can hold up to year...
Category
2010s American Gothic Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Large Gothic Candelabra, 19th Century
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Pair of large candelabras in the Gothic style, in painted bronze ("tree" part) and iron (base)
The upper part is decorated with flowers and foliage, 7 lights with painted sheaths, a...
Category
19th Century French Antique Gothic Lighting
Materials
Bronze, Iron
St. Marks Gothic Wall Lantern
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This wrought iron Gothic Lantern was made for a private chapel in France. We also made matching pendants that are availalble. The Bronze finish and Honey opal...
Category
Early 18th Century French Antique Gothic Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
1970s Modern Gothic Metal 4 Light Chandelier
Located in Pasadena, CA
Iron 4 light 4 arm chandelier with wax candle shades with electrically lit lighting. The hook shaped arms extend generously outward and offer a glow thro...
Category
Late 20th Century American Gothic Lighting
Materials
Iron
Wrought Iron Table Lamp with Dragon, Italy, circa 1900
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Elegant table / desk lamp in wrought iron, figuring a winged dragon holding a torch / torchiere.
Beautiful metal work: subject well done, beautiful verdigris patina.
Neo-Gothi...
Category
Early 1900s Italian Antique Gothic Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century French Forged Wrought Iron 5 Light Candelabra Floor Lamp
Located in Miami, FL
Early 20th century Gothic Style French forged wrought iron 5 light candelabra floor lamp.
US Rewiring and each takes a regular or LED Light bulb.
Has a cord switch attached to the ...
Category
Early 20th Century French Gothic Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
Rare Mid-20th Century Bronze Iron Rose Motif Table Lamp
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Beautiful craftsmanship bronze / wrought iron table lamp with rose flowers and thorns in high relief to the base and shade. The lamp features a bell shaped shade of beige fabric and ...
Category
1930s Vintage Gothic Lighting
Materials
Bronze, Iron
Large Vintage Gothic or Art Deco Black Wrought Iron & White Milk Glass Lights
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful large vintage gothic or Art Deco black painted wrought iron & white milk glass light fixtures. 3 total selling separately. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these a...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Gothic Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
Gothic lighting for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Gothic lighting for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage lighting created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Gothic lighting made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original lighting, popular names associated with this style include and Steven Handelman. 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 lighting differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $600 and tops out at $9,500 while the average work can sell for $2,850.
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