Gothic Sculptures
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 European Gothic Sculptures
Wood
Early 20th Century European Gothic Sculptures
Brass
1920s French Vintage Gothic Sculptures
Marble, Spelter
Early 20th Century European Gothic Sculptures
Wood, Mirror
Early 1900s Italian Antique Gothic Sculptures
Wrought Iron
Early 1900s Italian Antique Gothic Sculptures
Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century European Gothic Sculptures
Oak
Early 20th Century French Gothic Sculptures
Wrought Iron
19th Century German Antique Gothic Sculptures
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Sculptures
Wood
Early 1900s French Antique Gothic Sculptures
Glass, Ceramic
2010s American Gothic Sculptures
Mirror, Foam
20th Century Spanish Gothic Sculptures
Wood
Mid-19th Century French Antique Gothic Sculptures
Wood, Paint
19th Century French Antique Gothic Sculptures
Bronze
Early 1900s Italian Antique Gothic Sculptures
Wrought Iron
2010s American Gothic Sculptures
Mirror, Plaster, Foam
1960s Italian Vintage Gothic Sculptures
Bronze
20th Century French Gothic Sculptures
Concrete
1950s Italian Vintage Gothic Sculptures
Bronze, Iron
Early 20th Century European Gothic Sculptures
Wood
Early 20th Century European Gothic Sculptures
Wood, Oak
Early 20th Century European Gothic Sculptures
Wood
Early 20th Century French Gothic Sculptures
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Gothic Sculptures
Silver Plate
Early 1900s American Antique Gothic Sculptures
Terracotta