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.
19th Century Victorian Terracotta Model Of A Gothic Font
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A 19th century Victorian terracotta model of a gothic font. An English architectural model of a font in the ecclesiastical style dated to circa 1850. The octagonal design has a repeating trefoil design on all sides. A pleasing object modelled after an unknown church font...
Terracotta
Early 1900s Impressive and Finely Handcrafted Antique Gothic Art Porcelain Vase
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare and impressive work of Gothic art pottery. This most skillfully created and highly decorative work of Gothic art is very rare and of a great size. The impressive floral decor o...
Porcelain
Pair of Large Gilt Bronze and Brown Patina Cassolette Vases, Charles X Period
Located in NICE, FR
Pair of Large “Cathedral” Model Cassolettes in Gilt and Patinated Bronze, Charles X Period, Early 19th Century An elegant pair of cassolettes in mercu...
Bronze
1900s Belgian Porcelain Sauceboat
Located in High Point, NC
A vintage porcelain sauce boat made in Belgium, circa 1900. White china is finished with a luscious glossy glaze, elevating the superior form and subtle vintage patina of this finely...
Porcelain
Art Deco Japanese Porcelain Vases Meiji Period, Pair
Located in New York, NY
A very beautiful pair of polychromed Kutani porcelain Japanese vases, circa early 20th century, Meiji period, Japan. Vases are hand painted and designed with two different sides; one...
Porcelain
Italy Richard Ginori Early 18th Century Porcelain Vase
Located in Brescia, IT
This elegant vase was produced by Richard Ginori porcelain manufacturer in Doccia, Italy, in the 1730 Not easy to find this model so fine and elegant with its country flowers in pin...
Porcelain
19th Century Greek Grand Tour Terracotta Jar
Located in Bradenton, FL
Late 19th Century Grand Tour style terracotta vessel decorated with Grecian figures with Amphora form, two handles on neck. Hand painted. Dimensions: 8.5"H x 7"W; Mouth opening is ...
Terracotta
$82,773 / set
H 43.31 in W 18.51 in D 16.54 in
Large Pair of Rococo Style Gilt Bronze and Blue Ceramic Vases
Located in London, GB
The two vases are of large, ovoid form, and feature fluted bodies which are crafted in ceramic with a mottled blue colouring. The vases are mounted with twin gilt bronze scrolling ha...
Ormolu
$24,836
H 18.12 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in
A Pair of Charles X Gilt-Bronze Reversible Cassolettes / Candlesticks
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A Pair of Charles X Gilt-Bronze Reversible Cassolettes / Candlesticks Each with pierced dome lid surmounted by a butterfly finial. The lids reversible, the undersides fitted with c...
Bronze
$600
H 8.27 in Dm 3.94 in
Antique Wien vase in hand-painted porcelain. Classic motifs and gold decoration.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Antique Wien vase in hand-painted porcelain. Classic motifs and gold decoration on a dark blue background. Late 19th century. Measures: 21 x 10 cm. In e...
Porcelain
19th Century French Terracotta Confit Pot
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century French earthenware confit pot with traditional yellow glaze. Some chips and losses to glaze. These ordinary earthenware vessels were once used daily in the French cou...
Terracotta
$1,850 / set
H 14.5 in W 7.5 in D 4 in
Pair of French Louis XVI Marble and Gilt Bronze Candlesticks or Cassolettes
Located in Greenwich, CT
Nice Pair of French Louis XVI Marble and Gilt Bronze Candlesticks or Cassolettes , the urn -shaped marble body acting as a vase holding a group of tulips in git bromze. Nicely detail...
Marble, Bronze
19th Century Bulgarian Terracotta Olive Oil Pots
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These early 20th-century Bulgarian terracotta olive oil pots exude rustic charm with their almond-like shapes and aged texture. Each pot features two sl...
Terracotta
19th Century Important Painted, Spanish Terracotta Urns
Located in Miami, FL
19th century important painted, Spanish terracotta urns. Spectacular reliefs and colors.
Ceramic
Terracotta Olive Jar on Stand, 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
A mediterranean terracotta olive jar on later iron stand, 19th century. 15 inches wide by 31 inches tall; jar without stand 27 inches tall
Terracotta
Pair of Finely Cast French Gothic Vases on Matching Pedestals
Located in Dallas, TX
These cast French vases with matching pedestals have some exquisite Gothic motifs. Both octagonal vases have several layers of molding along the 17 ...
Stone, Cast Stone, Cement
French Sarreguemines Style Glazed Ceramic Urn with Griffin Handles
Located in Houston, TX
French Sarreguemines style glazed ceramic urn with griffin handles. Handsome French sarreguemines style glazed ceramic urn, vase vessel with grif...
Ceramic
Vase " Sauve Qui Peut", Louis Carrier-Belleuse
By Louis Robert Carrier-Belleuse
Located in Brussels, BE
Vase "Sauve Qui Peut", Louis Carrier-Belleuse.
Ceramic