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.
A Gothic Revival solid brass crumb tray with tigers heads and floral decors
Located in London, GB
A Gothic Revival good quality solid brass crumb tray with a tigers head to each side and a classical floral style and decoration to the interior.
Brass
A Pair of 19th Century Treenwear Gothic Oak Eggcups
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Pair of 19th Century Treenwear Gothic Oak Eggcups A Very attractive hand made pair of Eggcups with fluted bowls and a scalloped base, they are in generally good condition with a...
Oak
19th Century Majolica Palissy Fishs Heads Oyster Plate
Located in Austin, TX
A very rare Palissy oyster plate or platter who represents twelve fish heads shells, circa 1880. Attribution to the School of Paris, a French group of ceramists inspired by Bernard P...
Majolica, Ceramic
$995
H 2.5 in W 24 in D 9.75 in
Antique English Silver Plated Gallery Serving Tray with Engraved Weave Decor
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This rectangular silver plated gallery serving tray shows no maker's mark, but originated from England and dating to approximately 1920 and done in an Edwardian style. The tray has a...
Silver Plate
$899
H 0.5 in W 19.75 in D 9.75 in
Antique Anglo-Indian Hand-Crafted Brass Serving Tray with Copper & Silver Decor
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique serving tray is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from India and date to approximately 1920 and done in a period Anglo-Indian...
Silver, Brass, Copper
$720Sale Price|20% Off
H 23 in W 31 in D 1.5 in
19th Century English Tole Lacquer Renaissance Revival Tray
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Lacquer tole parcel-gilt serving tray centered with a couple in Renaissance revival clothing.
Metal
French Double Headed Dragon Tray 1920s
Located in CA, CA
A beautiful hand carved double headed dragon tray with curved edges and two raised handles in the form of a dragon tail, the tail detailed with carved scal...
Wood
19th Century Spongeware Bowl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century New England spongeware bowl in excellent condition. This stunning serving or fruit bowl has a wonderful shape and would make a beautiful c...
Stoneware
19th Century American Wood Tray
Located in Chicago, IL
A fantastic 19th century American carved walnut tray with sloped sides, and a wonderful patina only one hundred years of age can bestow. Perfect for use on your dining table, holding...
Walnut
$326Sale Price / set|49% Off
H 1.19 in W 8.67 in D 8.67 in
Pair French, 19th Century Glazed Earthenware Plates
Located in Buisson, FR
Great pair of late 19th century Provencal earthenware plates France, circa 1880-1900 Good but weathered condition.
Earthenware
$6,650Sale Price / set|30% Off
H 8 in W 12.5 in D 7 in
Signed Pair of 19th Century Meissen Sweet Meat Dishes
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair of 19th century Meissen sweet meat dishes: one in the form of a reclining gentleman, the other in the form of a reclining lady with one ...
Porcelain
$12,440
H 1.58 in W 25.2 in D 16.54 in
Antique Sterling Silver Serving Tray, Rococo Revival, London 1917
By Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1917 by Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co., and retailed by Asprey, this impressive George V antique sterling silver serving tray is of a shaped oval form, fea...
Sterling Silver
19th Century Staffordshire Drainer
Located in High Point, NC
19th century English ceramic drainer in the popular blue willow pattern. Lovely form.
Ceramic
Luxury gold metal tray with floral trim and mirror base
By Mice di rugiano domenico e c. s.n.c.
Located in Cantù, IT
Luxury gold metal tray with floral trim and mirror base
Metal