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.
Rare & Beautifully Hand-Carved Antique Dutch Arts & Crafts Beveled Wall Mirror
Located in Lisse, NL
Striking wall mirror with handcarved geometrical 'flowers' and trefoil symbols. Via one of our foreign contacts we recently purchased this perfectly fine and deeply handcarved, sc...
Mirror, Wood
A Collection of 4 Superbly Carved Oak Door Panels
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Collection of 4 Superbly Carved Oak Door Panels These carved panels have come from a piece of 19th Century Oak Furniture Cupboard, probably of French origin. The carved panels m...
Oak
"Iceberg" Functional Wall Mirror Sculpture by Alexey Krupinin
Located in Topanga, CA
"Aisberg Mirror Series," 202x Made to order. A one-of-a-kind functional sculpture by Alexey Krupinin, a Los Angeles-based artist. Alexey explores organic shapes that capture the b...
Mirror, Foam, Plaster
Gigantic Rare Heavy Sunburst Mirror Wall Clock from the 1970s
Located in München, DE
Gigantic very rare heavy Sunburst mirror wall clock from the 1970s. Beautiful elaborate high quality design. The clock has a body made of black lacquered wood, at the front there are...
Glass, Mirror, Wood
Tresse Braided Mirror by Laura Gonzalez
Located in Paris, FR
Wide oval mirror in glazed ceramic, finish mat, designed by Laura Gonzalez. Braided and wavy detail. All is crafted in France.
Ceramic
$1,229Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 20.28 in W 8.27 in D 0.99 in
Renaissance Period Hand Carved Oak Panels, 16th Century
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Set of two 16th century oak panels, one representing a character accompanied by a dog, the other a character in flames, probably saints. These ...
Oak
$679Sale Price|27% Off
H 11.82 in W 14.18 in D 2.96 in
18th Century French Carved Oak Panel Depicting Two Angels With Coat Of Arms
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful weathered oak panel depicting two baroque angels holding a coat of arms. Weathered and small losses, most likely it was once part of a larger panel. France circa 1750. trea...
Oak
$2,351
H 30.5 in W 18 in D 3.6 in
Great Quality Carved & Superb Condition Wooden Corpus Christi on Crucifix, 1800s
Located in Lisse, NL
Antique crucifix with stunning hand carved details and an amazing patina. This remarkable and good size crucifix with a sculpture of a suffering Christ on the cross is another one...
Fruitwood, Oak
$1,499
H 47 in W 38 in D 6 in
Sculptural Fantasy Gold Gilt Wall Mirror, Angels, Centaur, Finesse Originals
Located in Buffalo, NY
Large sculptural fiberglass and resin fantasy wall mirror made by Finesse Originals featuring angels, centaur and dog motif. Large-scale, minor damage to angel ear.
Fiberglass, Glass, Resin
Collection of Boston Terrier Door Stops
Located in Haywards Heath, GB
Boston terrier iron door stop collection in original paint circa 1930s. Priced individually.
Iron
Contemporary Wall Mirror 'Lake 4' by Noom, Black Marble
By NOOM
Located in Paris, IDF
Modern lake wall mirror by Noom Designers: Maryna Dague & Nathan Baraness Model shown in picture: Number 4 Base black marble alanya "Lakes" is a nature-inspired collection o...
Marble
$2,925
H 38.19 in W 24.02 in D 1.97 in
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Souk Red Wall Mirror in Natural Walnut&Green Marble&Silk
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Created by the perfect combination of color, energy and shape, souk mirrors reflect the influences of overwhelming and visually fascinating souk markets in...
Marble, Brass
Colorful Mirrors by Alexey Krupinin
Located in Topanga, CA
Featuring "Colorful" mirrors exploring unique shapes inspired by free-flowing movements of fluid. Mirror created by free pouring urethane foam directly on the mirror. This technique ...
Mirror, Foam
17th Century German Carved Oak Religious Sculpture
Located in Bradenton, FL
17th Century German hand-carved oak religious sculpture. Possibly a saint or a bishop. The bearded man is cloaked in draped fabric with only left ...
Oak