Gothic Wall Decorations
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.
Early 1900s English Antique Gothic Wall Decorations
Paper
19th Century Italian Antique Gothic Wall Decorations
Giltwood
Mid-19th Century English Antique Gothic Wall Decorations
Wood, Pine
Mid-19th Century English Antique Gothic Wall Decorations
Wood, Pine
Mid-19th Century English Antique Gothic Wall Decorations
Wood, Pine
Mid-20th Century French Gothic Wall Decorations
Cotton, Wool
16th Century Italian Antique Gothic Wall Decorations
Paint
Mid-20th Century German Gothic Wall Decorations
Wood
Mid-20th Century German Gothic Wall Decorations
Wood
19th Century Antique Gothic Wall Decorations
Brass
Mid-20th Century German Gothic Wall Decorations
Wood
15th Century and Earlier French Antique Gothic Wall Decorations
Parchment Paper
19th Century British Antique Gothic Wall Decorations
Canvas
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Gothic Wall Decorations
Wood
1860s English Antique Gothic Wall Decorations
Paper
1920s Vintage Gothic Wall Decorations
Copper
Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Gothic Wall Decorations
Silver
Mid-19th Century Antique Gothic Wall Decorations
Oak
19th Century Antique Gothic Wall Decorations
Bronze
16th Century French Antique Gothic Wall Decorations
Oak
Early 20th Century Belgian Gothic Wall Decorations
Brass, Bronze
19th Century French Antique Gothic Wall Decorations
Wood
Late 19th Century German Antique Gothic Wall Decorations
Pewter
20th Century Italian Gothic Wall Decorations
Wood, Paper
Early 20th Century Belgian Gothic Wall Decorations
Bronze
1910s Austrian Vintage Gothic Wall Decorations
Porcelain
19th Century French Antique Gothic Wall Decorations
Giltwood
Early 20th Century European Gothic Wall Decorations
Bronze
16th Century French Antique Gothic Wall Decorations
Metal, Iron
Early 20th Century French Gothic Wall Decorations
Ceramic, Earthenware
1930s American Vintage Gothic Wall Decorations
Masonite
20th Century Czech Gothic Wall Decorations
Leather, Canvas, Wood, Paint
20th Century American Gothic Wall Decorations
Metal
19th Century Russian Antique Gothic Wall Decorations
Brass