Gothic Revival Inkwells
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. Gothic Revival furniture's characteristics include such decorative flourishes as pointed arches, floral details, finials, heraldic motifs and linenfold carving.
The movement was rooted in religious and social conservatism. Gothic Revival's 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 castles or cathedrals that inspired them, Gothic Revival chairs, bookcases and beds make 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 will declare that your home is indeed your castle.
Late 19th Century European Antique Gothic Revival Inkwells
Brass, Bronze
1880s Antique Gothic Revival Inkwells
Brass
1820s French Antique Gothic Revival Inkwells
Siena Marble, Bronze
1810s French Antique Gothic Revival Inkwells
Bronze
19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Inkwells
Bronze, Ormolu
1870s French Antique Gothic Revival Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Inkwells
Porcelain, Wood
1930s American Vintage Gothic Revival Inkwells
Wood
19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
1870s Swedish Antique Gothic Revival Inkwells
Ceramic
1890s English Antique Gothic Revival Inkwells
Brass, Copper
1990s Philippine Gothic Revival Inkwells
Stone, Brass
19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century American Gothic Revival Inkwells
Bronze
Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Inkwells
Brass
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Inkwells
Bronze
1890s German Antique Gothic Revival Inkwells
Marble, Bronze
1840s English Antique Gothic Revival Inkwells
Sterling Silver
1820s French Antique Gothic Revival Inkwells
Siena Marble, Bronze
Early 19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Inkwells
Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
1820s Antique Gothic Revival Inkwells
Siena Marble, Bronze