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.
Ornate Victorian Sterling Silver Gothic Christening Mug, 1870 George Unite
By George Unite
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1870 by George Unite this ornate Victorian antique sterling silver christening mug is of a cylindrical form, decorated with extensive hand-engraving in th...
Sterling Silver
Vintage Gothic Style Religious Silver Plated Tall Church Pitcher with Cross
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Gothic Style Religious Silver Plated Tall Church Pitcher with Cross Finial. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 14" H x 7.5" W x 3.5" D.
Silver Plate
Los Castillo style silver - plate and stone, turquoise pitcher Toucan/Parrot .
By Los Castillo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful silver plate of parrot / toucan with green crashed stones pitcher , shows like what could be Castillos unreadable mark, to soft mark.
Silver Plate
$895
H 3.75 in W 3 in D 0.25 in
Aesthetic Movement Sterling Silver Calling/Business Card Case by George Unite
By George Unite
Located in New York, NY
Aesthetic Movement, sterling silver calling card/business card case in original, velvet lined leather box, London, year-hallmarked for 1860, George ...
Sterling Silver
Unavailable|$995
H 11.75 in W 8 in D 10 in
Antique Silver Plated Insulated Hot Water Pitcher with Leaf Decoration
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique silver plated hot water pitcher shows no maker's signature, but is presumed to have originated from the United States and dating to appr...
Silver Plate
Antique George III Irish Sterling Silver Beer / Water Jug
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, Fine and impressive antique George III Irish sterling silver beer / water jug; part of our Georgian dining silverware collection. This exceptional antique Irish silver beer jug...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage Silver Plate Pitcher with Parrot Handle
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chic mid century pitcher handcrafted in silver plate on hammered copper featuring a stone clad parrot as a handle, likely by Los Castillo.
Stone, Silver Plate, Copper
$2,000
H 7 in W 5.25 in D 5.25 in
Vintage Los Castillo Taxco Silver Plate, Malachite & Lapis Lazuli Water Pitcher
By Emilia Castillo, Los Castillo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking vintage Mexican silver plate water pitcher by Los Castillo of Taxco, distinguished by a sculptural silhouette and a beautifully inlaid malachite and lapis lazuli handle. T...
Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Silver, Silver Plate, Brass
Vintage Silver Plate Pitcher with Parrot Handle
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Standout mid century pitcher hand crafted in silver plate on hammered copper in classic modern form with a bit of whimsy featuring a stone clad parrot as a handle.
Silver Plate, Copper
Vintage Silver Plated Crystal Pitcher with Glass Chiller
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Beautiful 1940's silver plated hand cut crystal glass juice/punch/liquor pitcher/jug/decanter with ice cube chiller. Center portion screws into lid for ic...
Crystal, Silver Plate
$300Sale Price|20% Off
H 20 in W 13 in D 9 in
19th Century Victorian Pairpoint Silver Plate Tilting Pitcher with Goblet
Located in Cincinnati, OH
19th Century Victorian Pairpoint quadruple silver plate beverage pitcher with stand and goblet. Features lavishly embossed floral and leaf motif. Stand with pierced supports; stamp...
Silver Plate, Metal
Vintage Silver Plate Pitcher with Parrot Handle
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Standout mid century pitcher handcrafted in hammered copper with a silver plate finish in classic form featuring a stone clad parrot as a handle.
Silver Plate, Copper
Vintage Art Deco Silver Plate Cocktail Pitcher
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage Art Deco cocktail pitcher exemplifies the sleek, streamlined elegance characteristic of the period's celebrated barware design, its bulbous, ovoid body rising from a sub...
Chrome
Vintage Silver Plate Pitcher with Parrot Handle by Alfredo Villasana
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Standout mid century pitcher handcrafted in silver plate on hammered copper in classic form featuring a stone clad parrot as a handle. Stamped Villasana Mexico on the bottom.
Stone, Silver Plate, Copper
Victorian Sterling Silver Goblet by George Unite, Engraved, 1886
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver goblet; an addition to our collection of presentation related silverware. This exceptional antique Victorian sterling...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian 1886 Sterling Silver Christening Mug
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive large antique Victorian English sterling silver christening mug; part of our silver christening collection This antique Victorian silver christening mug has a circular, subtly tapering rounded form onto a circular spreading foot. The body of the mug is embellished with exceptional embossed and chased decorated angel/putto* head designs, accented with wing motifs to the nadir. The body of this large mug is further ornamented with large ribbon bow motifs and floral festoons, encompassing the aforementioned portrait designs, all within an arabesque band and matte background. The decoration to the body incorporates a vacant shaped cartouche to the anterior. The lower portion of this Victorian silver christening mug is encompassed with a plain applied girdle, above further chased floral designs within a shaped-scalloped border. This mug is fitted with a cast silver angular handle with leaf decorated bifurcating terminals, in addition to impressive ribbon and leaf ornamentation to the upper portion of the handpiece. This exceptional example of Victorian silverware retains the original gilding. This impressive antique silver mug is the finest of its type you could hope to acquire. * In art and culture, a putto (plural: putti) is a chubby male child, usually nude and occasionally bearing wings. Condition This antique christening mug...
Sterling Silver
Vintage Silver Plate Pitcher with Toucan
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Charming whimsical mid century pitcher handcrafted in silver plate on hammered copper in modern form, in the style of Castillo, featuring a terrazzo and silver plate toucan as a handle.
Silver Plate, Copper