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.
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French Gothic Ormolu Cut Glass & Marble/Quartz Double Inkwell
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
French Gothic Ormolu Cut Glass and Marble/Quartz Double Inkwell France, circa 1870s A magnificent French Gothic Ormolu Cut Glass and Marble/Quartz Double Inkwell, dating back to the...
Quartz, Marble, Ormolu
Gothic inscription - France, 15th century
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Fragment of an Inscribed Stone France, 15th century Limestone 14 × 24.5 × 5 cm This evocative limestone fragment preserves the refined vestiges of a Gothic inscription carved in ...
Limestone
French Gothic Revival Iron Roll Blotter
Located in Queens, NY
French Gothic Revival-style (19th Century) wrought iron roll blotter with X design and nailheads (Related items: 035057A, 035057B, 048571D)
Iron
English Arts & Crafts Mahogany and Brass Inkwell
Located in Queens, NY
English Arts & Crafts (Gothic Revival-style) mahogany and brass trimmed double inkwell with glass jewels and drawer.
Brass
English Arts & Crafts Mahogany Inkwell with Brass Trim, Gothic Style
Located in Queens, NY
English Arts & Crafts (Gothic Revival-style) mahogany and brass trimmed double inkwell with glass jewels and drawer.
Brass
Victorian gilt inkstand desk set in the Gothic style
Located in London, GB
Victorian gilt inkstand desk set in the Gothic style English, 19th Century Height 19cm, width 27cm, depth 12.5cm This wonderful inkstand is a fine piece of Victorian period design. ...
Brass
Gilt Bronze and Champleve Enamelled Inkstand
Located in Cheshire, GB
19th Century gilt bronze and champlevé enameled inkstand with single well with hinge cover and pen rest. All raised up on bun feet. Dimensions H...
Bronze
Tortoiseshell Double Inkwell
Located in Dallas, TX
An exquisite blend of elegance and functionality, this tortoiseshell double inkwell is a true collector's delight. With its stunning glass inkwells, brass accents, and convenient sto...
Brass
$1,795
H 6 in W 15 in D 7.5 in
Early 20th-C. French Gilt Bronze And Malachite Desk Pen Inkwell / Inkstand
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an early 20th century highly decorative French gilt bronze, malachite and faux malachite inkstand with dual inkwells. The base is a mix of faux malachite and malachite veneer...
Malachite, Bronze
$895
H 1.5 in W 3.5 in D 2.25 in
Egyptian Revival Bronze Scarab Paperweight with Hieroglyphic Inscription
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Egyptian Revival Bronze Scarab Paperweight with Hieroglyphic Inscription, Early 20th Century A finely cast Egyptian Revival scarab paperweight in p...
Bronze
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H 3.55 in W 10.24 in D 7.88 in
Antique French Brass Double Inkwell with Foliage Decoration
Located in Sofia, BG
Double inkwell made in brass with detailed and very beautiful foliage decoration. France, circa 1900.
Brass
Brass Four Leaf Clover Paperweight with Inscription
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage brass four leaf clover paperweight with inscription, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures 4.5"W x 4.5"D x .25"H. A very cool and unique piec...
Brass
French 18th Century Balance Scale
Located in Round Top, TX
A handsome French 18th century balance scale in iron and brass. The balance mechanism is in iron. The foot and the plates are in brass. The...
Brass, Iron
$1,395
H 0.25 in W 24 in D 19.25 in
Tiffany Studios New York Bronze Blotter Corners With Leather Desk Blotter
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of four Art Deco or Arts & Crafts period bronze blotter corners in the "Pine Needle" pattern, with a custom green leather desk blotter. By Tiffany Studios (signed to ...
Bronze
Roycroft Arts & Crafts Brass Over Copper Inkwell, Circa 1920s
By Roycroft
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Arts & Crafts period brass finished copper inkwell By Roycroft (signed with impressed orb and cross mark) USA, Circa 1920s Measures: 3.25"W x 3.25"D x 2.5"H. Good orig...
Brass, Copper
$960Sale Price|20% Off
H 3 in W 6.8 in D 3.2 in
Charles X Gothic Revival Gilt and Patinated Bronze and Siena Marble Inkwell
Located in Kittery Point, ME
Of rectangular shape, decorated with gothic cathedral arcades, with two wells and two pen holders, raised on a Siena marble base raised on scrolled feet. Between the twelfth and six...
Siena Marble, Bronze
$2,002 / set
H 15.36 in W 8.27 in D 5.32 in
Antique Victorian Hand Crafted Mahogany & Brass Desktop Lamp & Inkwell Set
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Antique Victorian Hand Crafted Desktop Writing And Reading Stand. The Stand Is Fitted Additionally With One Brass Inkwell Pivotable Pen Stand Brass Perpetual Calendar. Sold With A...
Brass
Fine Antique Siena Marble and Ormolu Inkwell c.1900
Located in Worcester, GB
Antique Siena Marble and Ormolu Inkwell c.1900 A good quality desk inkwell, circa 1900, set in warm Siena marble with gilt bronze mounts in the neoclassical style. The hinged domed ...
Siena Marble
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H 4.73 in W 16.93 in D 7.68 in
Antique Bronze Pen Tray & Double Inkwell Desk Set 19 Century, France
Located in Bastogne, BE
Double Bronze Inkwell Bronze Ink Stand with central handle and two pen holders flanked by lidded inkwells. Manufactured in France, 19th Century. Made using traditional technology by...
Bronze
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H 5.75 in W 0.75 in D 0.75 in
Krone Edgar Allan Poe Limited Edition Fountain Pen with Original Box
Located in Plainview, NY
This exquisite Krone fountain pen showcases a dark brown celluloid barrel intricately marbled with subtle violet veins. Its sterling silver cap and endpiece are adorned with beautif...
Sterling Silver
Ancient dagger Memento mori
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Ancient dagger Memento mori Remember that you will die (memento mori) Circa 1850 Origin Italy 19th century Double-edged steel blade etched with acid wit...
Steel
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H 2.5 in W 2 in D 3 in
Fine Quality Retired Swarovski Crystal Faceted Jet Hematite Skull Figurine
By Swarovski
Located in Tustin, CA
Beautifully and expertly hand made in Austria, finest quality Swarovski Crystal Jet Hematite faceted crystal skull with ruthenium finish metal accents on the face and base. Skull fea...
Crystal
Antique bronze Inkwell tittle ALL DAVIL, signed
Located in Milano, IT
Introducing the exquisite Antique Bronze Inkwell - a mesmerizing piece that blends artistry and functionality flawlessly. Crafted with utmost precision, this inkwell showcases intricately carved devils...
Marble, Bronze
“In Out” Office Notice Board
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
“In Out” Office Notice Board This is a rare piece nowadays, it used to be used in offices or perhaps Doctors surgeries to indicate who was available b...
Fruitwood
Mid-Century English Silver Plate Toast Rack
Located in Pearland, TX
A superb vintage English silverplated six slice toast rack. This Fine quality silver toast rack is well made and heavy with a lovely Gothic...
Silver Plate
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H 2.5 in W 2 in D 3 in
Fine Quality Retired Swarovski Crystal Faceted Jet Hematite Skull Figurine
By Swarovski
Located in Tustin, CA
Beautifully and expertly hand made in Austria, finest quality Swarovski Crystal Jet Hematite faceted crystal skull with ruthenium finish metal accents on the face and base. Skull features square faceted hand cut matching faceted crystal teeth. Circa 2011 and retired in 2013, the Swarovski Crystal skull is part of the Soulmates group. Signed with the Swarovski Swan logo on the bottom of the metal base. In excellent condition. Comes with its' original box and packaging. Measures approximately 2.5" tall x 3.00" deep x 2.00' wide. Weighs approximately 3/4 pound. Swarovski is an award winning Austrian producer of fine crystal and is headquartered in Wattens, Austria. It is a family owned business founded by Daniel Swarovski in 1895. Swarovski produces some of the finest crystal pieces in the world including the 9 foot diameter, 550 pound crystal star or snowflake that tops the famous Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree in New York City...
Crystal
Victorian Gothic Reading Stand Antique Brass 1860 Lecturn
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Collectable Victorian reading stand in the Gothic style Crafted from brass and we date this to circa 1860 Herts showroom, just 25 minutes nor...
Brass
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H 2.5 in W 2 in D 3 in
Fine Quality Retired Swarovski Crystal Faceted Jet Hematite Skull Figurine
By Swarovski
Located in Tustin, CA
Beautifully and expertly hand made in Austria, finest quality Swarovski Crystal Jet Hematite faceted crystal skull with ruthenium finish metal accents on the face and base. Skull features square faceted hand cut matching faceted crystal teeth. Circa 2011 and retired in 2013, the Swarovski Crystal skull is part of the Soulmates group. Signed with the Swarovski Swan logo on the bottom of the metal base. In excellent condition. Comes with its' original box and packaging. Measures approximately 2.5" tall x 3.00" deep x 2.00' wide. Weighs approximately 3/4 pound. Swarovski is an award winning Austrian producer of fine crystal and is headquartered in Wattens, Austria. It is a family owned business founded by Daniel Swarovski in 1895. Swarovski produces some of the finest crystal pieces in the world including the 9 foot diameter, 550 pound crystal star or snowflake that tops the famous Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree in New York City...
Crystal
19th Century French Gothic Embossed Leather Five-Piece Desk Set
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a man's office desk with this elegant Gothic set; created in France circa 1860 and made of brown embossed and repousse leather, the desk set have five pieces comprising a large pad, a holding tray with letter opener embellished with deer foot...
Leather
Antique English Wrought Iron Dragon Motif Pocket Watch Holder
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique English wrought iron dragon motif pocket watch holder.
Wrought Iron