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.
18th Century French Gothic Forged Wrought Iron Candle Holder
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in France circa 1780 and forged of solid iron, the candle holder stands on four scrolled legs over a turned central shaft decorated with a few ornamental discs. The tall wrou...
Wrought Iron
Antique Pair Gothic Revival of Handcrafted Gilt Bronze Candlesticks Holders
Located in Lisse, NL
Great pair of 19th century candleholders. If you are looking for a stylish and small pair of church candle holders to create a special atmospher...
Brass, Bronze
Vintage French Scrolled Iron 12 Light Altar Floor Pedestal Candelabra Gothic
Located in Dayton, OH
20th Century French or Gothic inspired 12 light candelabra. Features a scrolled design with pedestal and molded flower at the center. Each candle holder features a drip pan. The cand...
Iron
Spanish Gothic Style Floor Candlestick in Wrought Gilt Iron
Located in Barcelona, ES
Hand-hammered Gothic style floor candle stand with gold leaf accents, Spain, circa 1890. This elegant floor standing candleholder has a tri...
Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf, Iron
$806Sale Price|47% Off
H 35.04 in W 14.57 in D 9.06 in
18th Century French Hand Forged Iron Candleholder
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful rustic 18th century hand forged iron candleholder for 3 candles. A wonderful example of primitive folk art. A perfect balance between utility and aesthetics. France, 18th c...
Iron
$1,912
H 31.7 in W 8.67 in D 7.88 in
Spanish Medieval Hand Forged Iron Candle Stand / Floor Candle Holder
Located in Barcelona, ES
Gorgeous handwrought torchère candle holder, Spain, 1940s This medieval style floor candleholder stands up on three legs tripod base. It has a terrific aged patina. It has a clean de...
Iron, Wrought Iron
Spanish Baroque Wrought Iron Torchere Floor Lamp
Located in Stamford, CT
Spanish Baroque style wrought iron torchère floor lamp with black patina. Beautifully hand wrought and turned shaft supported by a tripod base. This date from the early 20th century, a time when Italian and Spanish Baroque furniture...
Wrought Iron
French Wrought Iron Floor Candelabra, ca. 1900
Located in Atlanta, GA
French wrought iron floor candelabra with gilt paint accent, ca. 1900.
Wrought Iron
$1,195
H 27 in W 22 in D 5 in
Vintage Gothic Black Wrought Iron Wall Hanging Candelabra Made in Mexico
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome vintage Gothic or Spanish Revival handmade solid wrought iron black painted candelabra wall hanging made in Mexico. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage ...
Wrought Iron
$1,135 / set
H 15.36 in Dm 5.91 in
Gothic Revival style. Wrought iron candelabras by Ferro Art, Spain, 1950s
By Maison Charles, Ferro Art, Ferrocolor, Maison Jansen
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
Gothic revival and Brutalist style wrought iron candelabras by Ferro Art, Spain, 1950s. Pair of sculptural candle holders made by hand in wrought iron and using techniques such as ha...
Iron, Wrought Iron
18th Century Wrought Iron Candle Holder
Located in Allerum, SE
18th century Swedish folk art wrought iron Candle Holder. ca 1780 Sweden.
Wrought Iron
Wrought Iron Floor Lamp
Located in Antwerp, BE
Revival wrought iron floor torchieres. On top feature five lights. Measures: Height 178 cm. Width 56 cm. Depth 50 cm.
Brass, Wrought Iron
$1,320Sale Price|20% Off
H 17 in W 16.5 in D 4 in
Antique Ivanhoe Girandole, Gothic Revival Gilt Bronze Figural Candelabra c1850
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique "Ivanhoe" Girandole Gothic Revival Gilt Bronze & Crystal Three Arm Figural Candelabra with Knight Figure & Shield in Cove & Foliate Elements Throughout, Marble Base & Crystal...
Crystal, Bronze
Pair of Antique Japanese Bronze Candlesticks / Incense Holders
Located in Forney, TX
A pair of Japanese Meiji Period (1852-1912) bronze altar candlesticks / incense holders with attractive warm brownish red bronze color and patina. Japan, 19th century, diminutive /...
Bronze
$543Sale Price|48% Off
H 26.78 in W 8.47 in D 8.86 in
French 18th Century Hand Forged Iron Candleholder
Located in Buisson, FR
Very old and beautiful hand forged iron candleholder. France, circa 1700-1750. Weathered.
Iron
Antique Neo-Gothic Gilt Bronze Pricket Candlestick
Located in Forney, TX
A stunning Late Victorian Neo-Gothic gilt bronze altar stick pricket candlestick. Late 19th to early 20th century, the Continental European antique features an exceptionally executed...
Bronze, Ormolu
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H 17.5 in Dm 12 in
Pair Large Antique Early 19th Century French Gold Bronze Chateau Candle Holders
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair exceptional antique early 19th century French gold bronze chateau candle holders with swans. Wonderful Gothic candlesticks in a large size and with intricate carving.
Bronze
Large French 17th Century Hand Forged Iron Candleholder
Located in Buisson, FR
Wonderful hand forged Iron candleholder in Gothic style. Although the Gothic period was already over this style stayed popular for a long time in the French country side. Very beautiful detailed with French Fleur de lyse...
Iron
Antique Adjustable Brass Floor Candelabra
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Antique adjustable brass floor candelabra This floor candelabra with adjustable arms has 7 matching cups with drip pans. The patinated brass ...
Brass
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H 24.4 in W 6.5 in D 6.5 in
Antique Pair of Hand Carved Nutwood and Gilt Brass Gothic Revival Candlesticks
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning pair of early 20th century candleholders. If you are looking for a stylish and good size pair of church candleholders to create a special atmosphere then this handcrafted...
Brass
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H 16.93 in W 11.42 in D 6.3 in
Pair of Spanish Gothic Revival Gilt Wrought Iron Candelabra / Candleholders
Located in Barcelona, ES
Dramatic Gothic style parcel-gilt hand forged iron candleholder stands. Each candelabra stands up on an oval base with four small feet and holds 3 candles. These candle holders were...
Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf, Iron
English Early 18th Century Forged Iron Candelabra
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A spectacular hand-forged iron candelabra, made in England circa 1700. The fixture will hold seven candles, arranged in a triangular fashion. Sourced from an English church, the anti...
Iron
Set of Three Hand-Wrought Iron Altar Floor Candle Stands
Located in Redding, CT
Huge Set of Three Hand-Wrought Iron Altar floor candle stands. Heavy and solid construction. Almost 4 feet in height. These most likely came out o...
Iron
Two Pairs of Decorative Gothic Wooden Table Candleholders
Located in Washington, DC
Two Pairs decorative Gothic style wooden table Candleholders. Ideal for a console table, outdoor terrace setting. The candleholders will accommodate large designer candles in large c...
Wood
Cathedral Altar Candelabra
Located in Houston, TX
The intricate ironwork of this 23-light floor candelabra depicts symbols that are ubiquitous in Gothic architecture the trefoil, a stylized shamrock symbolizing the holy trinity and ...
Wrought Iron