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.
Vintage Stoneware Skull Mugs from The Horror Bar Le Cercueil in Brussels, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Imagine serving tomato soup or cherry tea in these fuckers... Le Cercueil in Brussels is Europes oldest horror bar and was established in 1974 or 76 in the Belgian capital. This set ...
Stoneware
Antique European Gothic Jeweled Silver Chalice
Located in New York, NY
European Gothic silver chalice, 18th century. Bowl mounted to faceted and fluted shaft with globular knop; gilt studs, faceted jewels, and gilt rondel engraved with cross. Raised mul...
Multi-gemstone, Silver
Antique European Wrought Iron Wine Cabinet
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An antique European wrought Iron wine cabinet, possibly French or German, presenting a gothic aesthetic, and showcasing an arched form embellished with scrolling accents throughout. ...
Wrought Iron
Art Deco Style Square Wine Cooler Solid Silver
By Puiforcat
Located in Paris, FR
This champagne bucket is in the typical spirit of the Art Deco movement, with a square shape, and two geometric handles. Each bucket is made of solid silver and it will last forever....
Silver
Art Nouveau Flowers Champagne / Wine Bucket Cooler, 1900´s
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Nouveau Flowers Champagne / Wine bucket cooler. 1900´s. Flowers design. Very Nice and unique cooler. produced by Carl Deffner, Esslingen. We have specialized in the sale of Art ...
Brass
Antique Sterling Silver Cobbler Cocktail Shaker (1933)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver cobbler cocktail shaker; an addition to our wine and drinks related silverware collection. This exceptional antique George V English sterling silver cobbler cocktail shaker has a tapering cylindrical form. The surface of this cocktail shaker embellished with impressive engine turned decoration. This cobbler shaker retains the original hallmarked domed push fit cover and stopper, each accented with further bands of engine turned ornamentation to the cylindrical portions. The detachable push fit hallmarked sterling silver stopper allows access to the integrated pierced decorated straining grille; this hallmarked grill is incorporated to the upper portion of the aforementioned removeable cover. Such sterling silver examples are becoming increasingly difficult to locate. Condition This antique silver cocktail shaker...
Sterling Silver
$695 / set
H 4.25 in Dm 4 in
1970s Double Old Fashioned Poison Bar Glasses Cyanide Curare Arsenic Hemlock
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Wonderful collection of rare bar glasses or whiskey glasses with four glass stirs included, reminiscent of the mortar and pestle form. Name Your Poison, Ol...
Glass
Christofle, Paris, Champagne Bucket / Wine Cooler, Folio
By Christofle
Located in Bath, GB
A fine and very smart champagne bucket / wine cooler made by the top-notch French silversmith, Christofle of Paris. The design is "Folio" made in the 1980s, a modernist design with a nod to the Art Deco era a design that is most fashionable today. Excellent condition and looking like it has rarely been used. Spanning 10" handle to handle x 8" x 8 1/8" tall. Just back from our silversmith's workshop where it has been professionally cleaned and polished, restoring it to it's former glory. Beginning in 1830, when Charles Christofle...
Silver Plate
Spanish Ball Footed Ice Bucket Champagne / Wine Cooler
By Valenti
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching Midcentury Ball Shaped Ice Bucket with Bronce Details. This sexy stainless steel and brass wine chiller features a ball standing on ba...
Metal, Brass, Steel, Stainless Steel
Midcentury "Hill" Wine Rack by Dean Santner
By Dean Santner
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration is this beautifully sculpted wine rack by Master Craftsman Dean Santner. Santner designs are part of the American Modern Craft movement along side Wendell Cast...
Wood
Rigidex French Wine Crate or Locker
Located in Sheffield, MA
French strapped metal wine cage or safe. Pair of hinged doors with locking hasp, opens to store up to 200 bottles with individual fitted slots, original enamel. Lock hasp with metal ...
Iron
Sculptural 20th Century Wine Rack
Located in Antwerp, BE
Two small brass wine racks suitable for counter top made for six bottles. Italy, 1970s. Measures: Height 41 cm, width 27 cm, depth 21 cm. Height 31 cm, width 37 cm, depth 21 cm.
Metallic Thread
Rogers Antique Styled Silver Plated Engraved Serving Tray
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This silver plated serving tray was made by Rogers of Canada in approximately 1960 in an Edwardian antique style. The tray has a simple series of indentations around the raised outer...
Copper
1970s El de Uberti Italy Chalice Wine Champagne Goblet Silver Plate
By De Uberti
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s by El de Uberti Italy Chalice Wine Champagne Goblet Silver Plate Stamp by maker 6 h x 3.88 diameter Preowned vintage condition Refer to photos for condition.
Silver Plate
$6,006
H 8.04 in Dm 0.4 in
Antique Sterling Silver Georgian Silver Lidded Tankard/ Beer Mug 1780 George III
Located in London, GB
A classic antique George II solid Silver lidded Tankard. This Silver Georgian Quart Tankard has an impressive domed hinged lid with a shaped thumb piece and a substantial scroll hand...
Sterling Silver
Ruby Red Cut to Clear Cristal D' Arques Crystal Wine Glasses, Set of 8 France
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A fine set of eight, cut to clear ruby red cordial or wine glasses. Marked at the bottom "France". Each glass features a clear round base and a circular ruby red body decorated with ...
Crystal
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H 23.25 in W 14.5 in D 6 in
19th Century French Wrought Iron Four Bottle Wine Rack with Lock and Keys
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a wine cellar or wet bar with this elegant antique bottle cabinet, created in France circa 1890, the wrought iron wine storage features an arched top with scrolled accents, hinged door with chain support and lock mechanism to one side, and dual loop handles, it has a capacity for four bottles. The Gothic wine cabinet is in excellent condition with a rich verdigris patinated finish...
Wrought Iron
Antique Bohemian Cut Glass Goblet, Richly Gilded
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
From our selection of one a kind special antique goblets. Perfect for your bar and cabinet display. This lovely piece is from one of the glass makers in the Czech Republic and featur...
Gold