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.
Antique Italian Wall Fountain Basin, Rosso Verona Marble, Gothic Style
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique Italian wall mounted fountain basin in a late Gothic style with central sun in low relief or "bas relief" on a detailed pedestal in Rosso Verona marble with patina. Minor ...
Marble
$2,000Sale Price|28% Off
XIII Century Italian Granite Fountain Mouth
Located in Encinitas, CA
Italian antique fountain spout carved from a solid granite block from the 13th century with a zoomorphic appearance in the shape of a fish's head.
Granite
$11,200Sale Price|20% Off
Gothic Hand Carved Stone Surround Architectural Element Wall Mount Fountain Idea
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Gothic Hand Carved Stone Surround Architectural Element Wall Mount Fountain Idea . A Beautiful and Rare Gothic 15th Century Carved Stone Window Sur...
Stone
19th Century Hand-Carved Belgian Blue Stone Fountain Basin, Antique
Located in High Point, NC
This 19th Century Belgian blue stone fountain basin exemplifies the enduring elegance of hand-carved limestone, showcasing a rich patina developed...
Stone
Antique-patinated Wall fountain
Located in Greding, DE
Wall fountain made of hand-chiseled, antique-patinated natural stone with a curved back panel and central rosette spout. The semi-circular basin and slender design offer elegant prop...
Stone
$936Sale Price|43% Off
H 9.45 in W 27.17 in D 12.21 in
19th Century Planter Jardinière Antique Fountain Basin, SW France
Located in Labrit, Landes
Antique French fountain basin can be used as a planter or jardinière This item also may have served of children bath tub Very old, the wood wor...
Wood
Antique Carved Wood Overdoor Architectural Element
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1844 Antique carved wood overdoor architectural panel
Hardwood
Pair Architectural Corbel Garden Wall Mounts Gothic Stone
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing a quirky pair of Gothic stone gorbels Great for a garden and can support plants or foliage Gothic motifs on the pair Crafted from reconstituted stone with lovely weat...
Stone
$9,300
H 13 in W 11.25 in D 16.25 in
15th or 16th Century Marble Gargoyle Fountain Spout from Arezzo, Italy
Located in Dallas, TX
Although when most people hear the word “gargoyle”, they probably envision small, winged creatures with grotesque visages. However, the phrase has a deeper meaning, encompassing any carved head (animal or human) that function as waterspouts. From the Early Renaissance (late 1400’s/early 1500’s), our gargoyle fountain spout features a human-like face with pointed ears, possibly representing a centaur or a satyr. The roughly rectangular block of marble was hand-carved in Arezzo, in the Tuscany region of Italy. All sides except the front of the cream-colored stone have a sawed finish, resulting in a rough texture. The back has been excavated, adding to the character of the gargoyle. A 1 ½” diameter hole has been cut all the way through, forming an open mouth of the gargoyle. The gaping mouth was often a symbol used to conjure images of devouring giants and used to remind people that they are susceptible to certain forces. Our 15th/16th century marble...
Marble
Antique Wall Fountain
Located in Udenhout, NL
Made from Bourgondian marble stone type Chassagne Rose from France. (The quarry already closed for years).
Marble
$149,000
H 35 in W 40 in D 40 in
Renaissance Wellhead Hand Carved Marble Container Planter Basin Water Fountain
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Renaissance Wellhead Hand Carved Marble Container Planter Basin Water Fountain . A rare and impressive Historic Italian 15th century Renaissance hand carved marble well head square shape with scrolls to the corners. Decorated with 3-dimensional vessels and armorial with a rampant lion with raised forelegs as if to strike and ready for battle. To be used as an interior planter stone container, focal point, water feature fountain...
Stone, Marble
Monumental Italian Water Fountain with Horse Sculptures
Located in Rome, IT
This monumental finely carved limestone fountain is composed a three levels. The first tiered with three amazing horse statues, the others adorned with lion heads ending with a putt...
Limestone
$6,995
H 28 in W 18 in D 8.5 in
Large Antique Hand-Carved Wooden Cherub Architectural Element or Wall Sculpture
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This large hand-carved wooden cherub is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from Germany and dating to approximately 1750 and done in the period Rococo style. The sculpture is ...
Softwood
$500
H 24 in W 13 in D 6 in
Antique Italian Hammered Ribbed Brass Lavabo Water Fountain Cistern & Basin
Located in Dayton, OH
This vintage brass wall lavabo set features a dramatic, hand-hammered melon-lobed fluting that creates a textured, golden-toned exterior. The set includes an elongated teardrop ciste...
Brass
$5,322
H 57.09 in W 55.12 in D 31.5 in
Antique-patinated Wall fountain, Renaissance Style, 21st Century
Located in Greding, DE
Wall fountain made of hand-chiseled, antique-patinated natural stone with a straight-lined basin and decoratively curved back panel. The distinctive block design and solid proportion...
Stone
19th Century French Patinated Black Cast Iron Fountain with Lion Head
Located in Dallas, TX
Bring the grand elegance of the Loire Valley into your home with this antique, Gothic iron fountain. Crafted in France, circa 1840, the water fountain features a majestic lion head s...
Bronze, Iron
Early Limestone Fountain Head
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a figural spout head that once was the focal point of a fountain. The limestone is in wonderful condition with no damage and a beautiful aged patina. Included is a custom-mad...
Limestone
Large Bluestone Fountain, 19th Century
Located in Udenhout, NL
A very beautiful water fountain in Gothic style to place in the garden.
Stone
19th Century French Patinated Black Cast Iron Fountain with Lion Head
Located in Dallas, TX
Bring the grand elegance of the Loire Valley into your home with this antique, Gothic iron fountain. Crafted in France, circa 1840, the water fountain features a majestic lion head s...
Bronze, Iron
Fabulous 19th Century Cast Stone Wellhead
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Beautiful Craftsmanship Displayed In This Hand Made Cast Stone Wellhead. Architectural Details Galore On All Sides. Franciscan Monk, an Urn, Gargoyle. T...
Cast Stone