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Gothic Revival Animal Sculptures

Gothic Revival Style

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.

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Style: Gothic Revival
Antique Gothic Revival Gilt Bronze Dragon Andirons or Firedogs / Fireplace Tools
Located in Lisse, NL
Imagine these in your fireplace with the flames burning on all sides. These beautifully and all handcrafted, large and fire-gilt bronze andirons are made to stand in your fireplace ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Animal Sculptures

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Iron, Wrought Iron, Bronze

Antique Pair of Forged in Fire Wrought Iron Dragon Andirons / Fireplace Firedogs
Located in Lisse, NL
Can you imagine these firebucks in your fireplace with the flames burning on all sides? These beautifully and all handcrafted wrought iron, andirons were made to stand in your firep...
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Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Animal Sculptures

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Wrought Iron

Zampa Di Leone, Vintage
Located in Felino, IT
Scultura in cemento colorato, vintage. rappresenta zampa di leone Stiloforo in stile Gotico. probabile copia da qualche Duomo o Battistero. risale agli anni 40. realizzata su calco i...
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1950s Italian Vintage Gothic Revival Animal Sculptures

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Cement

Antique Early 1600s Gilt Gothic Tabernacle Door W. Lamb Resting on 7 Seals Bible
Located in Lisse, NL
Incredibly old, rare and meaningful, antique giltwood tabernacle door with lamb of god sculpture. This striking and all handcarved, symbolic tabernacle must have originally been part of a church or monastery tabernacle and it is a real work of (religious) art. Most Christians will recognize and know the deeper, symbolic meaning of this sculptural church relic...
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1610s European Antique Gothic Revival Animal Sculptures

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Wrought Iron

Impressive Large Art Deco, Forged Wrought Iron Chandelier w Salamander Sculpture
Located in Lisse, NL
Amazing and skillfully handmade, wrought iron Art pendant. This artistically designed and outstandingly executed wrought iron chandelier is in excellent condition and it comes with a mint and stunningly stylized salamander sculpture and an equally artistic flower...
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Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Animal Sculptures

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Wrought Iron

Impressive Large Forged Wrought Iron Four-Light Chandelier w. Phoenix Sculptures
Located in Lisse, NL
Amazing and skillfully hand-crafted, Gothic art wrought iron pendant. This artistically designed and outstandingly executed, thick wrought iron chandelier is in excellent condition and it comes with stunning and mint phoenix sculptures...
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Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Animal Sculptures

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Wrought Iron

Masterly Carved Gothic Revival Oak Wall Barometer & Thermometer/ Weather Station
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautifully hand carved and partially gilt vintage barometer. This rare Gothic barometer has the most striking design and a beautiful patina. All han...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Gothic Revival Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Walnut Armchair with Hand Carved Lion Head and Swan Sculptures as Armrests
Located in Lisse, NL
One of a kind and highly decorative Gothic chair from the late 1800s. If you are looking for unique and meaningful antiques to decorate your home then this sculptural and amazing workmanship chair could be perfect for you. All handcrafted in Europe in the late 1800s this striking chair is another perfect example of the highest level of workmanship that furniture makers and sculptors were combining in those days. This marvelous chair has everything that you want to see in antique and decorative art. The overall design is perfectly balanced and the frame of this chair is solely made out of a beautifully warm colored, solid walnut. Besides that this unique chair is as strong and stable as the day it was handcrafted and very comfortable to sit in. Both the beautiful walnut and the stunning antique fabric are in very good to excellent condition. However, what makes this antique chair a real masterpiece are the glorious animal carvings. Firstly, the good size lion head on the front rule comes with majestic manes and his eyes have a human-like quality to them. Secondly and most importantly are the amazing swan head and tail sculptures. Swan head sculptures in wood are extremely rare and to have found a chair with a pair of perfectly hand carved and mint condition swan heads (and necks) as armrests and with tails on either side of the backrest more than made our day. If you have a good eye for rare details then, we think, you will especially love the perfect nose holes, but also the hand carved wooden swan tail-ends. With swans symbolizing a number of great qualities and combined with the elements of water and air also being a symbol for eternal life and the circle of life, they embody a deeper meaning that makes this antique simply exquisite. Finally, the seat and back are upholstered with a finest quality and classical European antique fabric...
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Late 19th Century European Antique Gothic Revival Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Impressive and all Hand-Carved Griffin Sculptures in a Gothic Style Floor Lamp
Located in Lisse, NL
Early 1900s sculptural floor lamp with artistic and impressive carvings. This antique and extensively carved floor lamp is a rare design and a joy to look at. The wonderful tripod b...
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Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Animal Sculptures

Materials

Hide, Wood

Gilt Bronze Gothic Revival Tripod Base Banner Stand with Eagle Sculptures
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare and beautiful Gothic base for a church flag or banner. If you have a Gothic style (inspired) interior or if you work in a Gothic Revival church or ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Small Semi 5-Light Pendant with Bronze Seahorse Sculptures and Gothic Stem
Located in Lisse, NL
Attractive and highly decorative, fine quality workmanship pendant. If the elegant seahorse is your favourite animal or if you appreciate applied arts in general then this striking ...
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Mid-20th Century European Gothic Revival Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze, Brass

Unique Hand Forged Wrought Iron Chandelier with Four Winged Griffin Sculptures
Located in Lisse, NL
Antique Italian handcrafted work of lighting art. This amazing handcrafted five-light chandelier from Tuscany, Italy comes with a hand-forged griffin sculpture...
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Early 20th Century Italian Gothic Revival Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Gothic Revival Fire Gilt Bronze Chandelier w Rare Mythological Creatures
Located in Lisse, NL
Amazing and impressive bronze work of lighting art. This great quality and heavy bronze chandelier has the most beautiful shape and golden color. In fact, in real life the color of this unique pendant is just as golden as the chandeliers or other artefacts that you find in churches. The two stunning pairs of handcrafted mythological creatures...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

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Gothic Revival animal sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Gothic Revival animal sculptures for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage animal sculptures created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, lighting, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, iron and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Gothic Revival animal sculptures made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for animal sculptures differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $129 and tops out at $9,320 while the average work can sell for $2,355.

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