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.
Early 20th Century Gilt Spelter Small Bust Jesus Christ
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A small antique bust of Jesus Christ. Made of gilded spelter (zinc alloy). On a black marble plinth. No signature. Minor wear to the gilt patina. Dimensions: 14 (h) x 6 x 6 cm Free...
Marble, Spelter
$1,085Sale Price|20% Off
A granite sculpture of a young woman's head - France - 1960
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A refined granite sculpture portraying the head of a young woman, believed to likely represent Saint Joan of Arc, crafted in France during the 1950s. It features a magnificent patina...
Granite
1980s Antique Bust of an Angel with Curly Hair in Gothic-style Resin
Located in Marbella, ES
Stone sculpture depicting the bust of an angel with a serene expression and intricately carved curly hair. The face features soft features and an introspective gaze, while the bust d...
Resin
$1,880
H 14 in W 9.5 in D 9.5 in
20th Century French Painted and Gilt Statue of Jesus Christ, Sacred Heart
Located in Miami, FL
This beautiful statue of Christ was crafted in Spain, circa 1900. The statue features the religious figure standing in a traditional seating pose a...
Art Deco Style Brown Patinated Bronze Woman’s Head Sculpture
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Art Deco style brown patinated bronze sculpture representing a woman’s head. This bronze sculpture is mounted on a square base, forming a vertical composition suitable for interior d...
Bronze
$3,303
H 14.18 in W 10.63 in D 7.09 in
Sculpture of a Woman's Head in Patinated Bronze after Picasso, 21st Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Sculpture of a woman's head in patinated bronze after Picasso, contemporary art, 21st century. Sculpture of a woman's head in patinated bronze after Picasso, contemporary art, 21st ...
Bronze
$450
H 8.75 in W 14.25 in D 5.25 in
French Art Deco Spelter Dog Sculpture on Marble Base – Early 20th Century
Located in Victoria, BC
A French figurative sculpture of a greyhound or whippet in a poised, alert stance, cast in spelter with a dark patina finish and mounted on a multi-tone marble plinth. This piece dat...
Marble, Spelter
$3,244
H 25 in W 12.5 in D 8.5 in
Antique 18th Century Gilt Gothic Art Carved Wood Angel Sculpture Candlestick
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautiful and sizeable Church altar candelabra in the form of a winged Angel. This hand-carved Church altar piece is carved out of wood and the gilt finishing gives this piece it's ...
Wood
Gilt bronze and silver-plated bust of Diana, 20th century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Gilt bronze and silver plated bust of Diana, 20th century, Napoleon III style Early 20th century gilt bronze and silver-plated bust of Diana, Napoleon III style. h: 37cm, w: 20cm, ...
Bronze
Antique Gothic Carved Limestone Model of a Madonna or Venus
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique limestone carving. Modeled as a Madonna. With her head slightly tilted, holding an orb in one hand, and with her other hand resting on her breast. By repute ...
Limestone
$2,450
H 41 in W 28.5 in D 12.5 in
Italian Design Horse Bust Large Sculptural Table Lamp with Brass Accent 1980s
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Italian Design Horse Porcelain Sculpture with Brass table Lamp. Ceramic sculptural Italian Design style horse Bust, supported on brass stand on a black base, with brass double light ...
Ceramic
An Antique Plaster Bust Of The Charioteer Of Delphi
Located in London, GB
After the the statue from antiquity, a plaster bust from the 19th century images are a true reflection of condition The Charioteer of Delphi, also known as Heniokhos is an ancient...
Plaster
17th-18th Century Woman's Head, Carved in Sandstone
Located in Kastrup, DK
17th-18th century woman's head, carved in sandstone. From pagoda / temple in Burma. Mounted on a light sandstone base. Charming, untouched with good...
Sandstone
Rare Antique Gothic Corpus Christi 1480 -1530
Located in Doha, QA
An extraordinary and museum-worthy 15th century Gothic Corpus Christi, masterfully hand-carved in wood with exceptional anatomical detail and partially polychromed in white and royal...
Wood
Bronze Sculpture Of A Young Woman Peasant
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a bronze Sculpture of a Woman Water Bearer. It depicts a patinated bronze sculpture of a barefoot young woman peasant carrying a wood stick at the back of her neck. The sculp...
Bronze
Vintage Boho Carved Stone Mephisto Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Striking and enigmatic, this vintage hand-carved stone Mephisto sculpture captures both whimsy and dark theatricality in one commanding presence. Crafted from richly veined marble-li...
Stone
19th Century Italian Alabaster Carved Head Of A Bishop Saint
Located in Stamford, CT
19th century Italian carved alabaster head of a saint wearing a bishop's mitre in the Gothic style. Though a fragment, the intense gaze of this small carving gives it a lot of presence. Rendered by a master carver, this piece has a lot of personality. Likely an architectural fragment, the weathered surface and distressed condition only add to the appeal of this unique sculpture. Mounted on an ebonized walnut base. 10 inches high 3.5 square 5 7/8 inches high by 4 wide by 3.75 deep (head only)
Alabaster
Beautiful 16th Century Statue of St. Nicholas in Carved Stone
Located in Brussels, BE
Beautiful 16th century statue of St. Nicholas in carved stone.
Stone