Gothic Boxes
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.
16th Century Spanish Antique Gothic Boxes
Wrought Iron, Other
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Gothic Boxes
Bronze, Iron
1940s English Vintage Gothic Boxes
Suede, Wood
Early 19th Century English Antique Gothic Boxes
Mahogany
19th Century French Antique Gothic Boxes
Iron
15th Century and Earlier European Antique Gothic Boxes
Iron
16th Century Italian Antique Gothic Boxes
Wood
Early 20th Century English Gothic Boxes
Bronze, Iron
Mid-18th Century Mexican Antique Gothic Boxes
Wood
20th Century English Gothic Boxes
Satinwood, Walnut
17th Century German Antique Gothic Boxes
Wrought Iron, Iron
Late 20th Century Moroccan Gothic Boxes
Bone
Mid-20th Century Algerian Gothic Boxes
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Gothic Boxes
Wood, Glass
Late 20th Century Gothic Boxes
Burl
Mid-19th Century English Antique Gothic Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Paper
19th Century Antique Gothic Boxes
Brass
20th Century Spanish Gothic Boxes
Brass
1890s Persian Antique Gothic Boxes
Silver
1890s French Antique Gothic Boxes
Brass
16th Century Italian Antique Gothic Boxes
Wood
19th Century French Antique Gothic Boxes
Glass, Oak
1910s French Vintage Gothic Boxes
Brass
Mid-19th Century French Antique Gothic Boxes
Iron
Late 18th Century Italian Antique Gothic Boxes
Giltwood
Mid-19th Century French Antique Gothic Boxes
Felt, Walnut
Mid-19th Century French Antique Gothic Boxes
Felt, Walnut
Late 18th Century German Antique Gothic Boxes
Iron
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Boxes
Oak
17th Century French Antique Gothic Boxes
Wrought Iron
16th Century Spanish Antique Gothic Boxes
Iron