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
$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
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
Antique George III Sterling Silver Christening Mug (1817)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Georgian English sterling silver christening mug; an addition to our christening gifts collection. This exceptional, fine and impressive ...
Sterling Silver
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
$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
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
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
$1,095
H 19.5 in W 10.5 in D 12 in
Antique Wilcox Silver Plated Victorian Ornate Tilt Stand Water Lemonade Pitcher
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Wilcox Silver Plated Victorian Ornate Tilt Stand Water Lemonade Pitcher. Item features a highly decorated form, "L" monogram engraving to pitcher (see pic 5), marked to under...
Silver Plate
Los Castillo Silver-Plated Pitcher with Lapis Bird Handle, Taxco
By Los Castillo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A whimsical and highly collectible silver-plated water pitcher designed and manufactured in Taxco, Mexico by the celebrated workshop Los Castillo. This sculptural vessel showcases th...
Lapis Lazuli, Silver Plate, Brass
Tiffany Victorian Classical Repousse Sterling Silver Water Pitcher
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Classical sterling silver water pitcher. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1885. Globular with drum-form neck, small lip spout, and c-scroll handle with striated mount....
Sterling Silver
Georgian Sterling Silver Ladies Mug
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George III English sterling silver lady's mug by Henry Chawner, an addition to our Georgian silverware collection. This exceptional antique George III sterling silver mug has a plain tapering cylindrical form. The surface of this antique silver mug is embellished with an exceptional contemporary bright cut engraved coast of arms and crest depicting a demi-stag chained and collared. The upper and lower portions are encircled with tooled decorated borders to the rims. This ladies antique silver mug is fitted with an impressive tooled decorated S-scroll handle. The underside of the mug is ornamented with the contemporary engraved inscription: 'The Gift of Mrs Hourman at the age of eighty eight to her Great Grandson Edwd John Fisher, Novr 3 1790'. This antique mug has a fine color and patination. This impressive antique silver mug was crafted by the renowned London silversmiths Henry Chawner. Such small Georgian tankards...
Sterling Silver