Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
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.
19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Brass
19th Century Austrian Antique Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Brass
Mid-20th Century Swiss Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Brass, Nickel
Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Wrought Iron
1920s American Vintage Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Ceramic
Early 20th Century Italian Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Wrought Iron
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Bronze
Mid-19th Century British Antique Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Marble, Belgian Black Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Lava
2010s American Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Brass
2010s American Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Brass
Late 20th Century French Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Crystal
Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Wrought Iron, Tôle
Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Wrought Iron
Late 19th Century British Antique Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Brass
Early 20th Century American Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Wrought Iron
2010s Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Iron
2010s Scandinavian Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Steel
Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Metal, Brass, Iron
Mid-20th Century Italian Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Marble
19th Century Antique Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Iron
1970s French Vintage Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Iron
Mid-19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Iron
Early 20th Century American Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Iron
Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century Italian Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Metal, Wrought Iron
1880s French Antique Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Wrought Iron
20th Century Great Britain (UK) Gothic Revival Decorative Objects
Metal