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.
Highly decorated Italian vintage salad servers set
Located in Frederiksberg C, DK
Highly decorated Italian vintage salad servers set Lift every salad serving with this vintage Italian salad servers set. Highly decorated and ext...
Metal
Mid-Century modern Rosewood and Bakelite Salad Servers
Located in Charleston, SC
This stunning vintage Danish modern style serving set has gorgeous rosewood handles and equally as stunning Bakelite. I love how the 2 pieces vary in color but are meant to be togeth...
Bakelite, Rosewood
$375 / set
H 0.5 in W 8.75 in D 3 in
Danish Odin Stainless Steel Salad Servers Set by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in Stamford, CT
The enduring sensibility of Danish design has proven timeless, with both vintage and contemporary works continuing to captivate collectors worldwide. Dansk embodies this appreciation...
Stainless Steel
Vintage Silver-Plate and Abalone Salad Servers Set Mexico 1970's
Located in North Miami, FL
This lovely pair of vintage silver-plate and abalone salad servers or serving pieces are from the 70's. They are marked Mexico and there are no other markings. Abalone is always beau...
Silver Plate
JHQ Dansk Denmark Teak Salad Servers
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in Ferndale, MI
Pair of Jens Quistgaard Danish teak salad servers. Part of a recently acquired large collection.
Teak
$325 / set
H 1.5 in W 5 in D 12.5 in
French Art Deco Horn, Bakelite & Silver Plate Salad Servers, a Cased Set of Two
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A French Art Deco styled salad serving set made of natural horn, Bakelite, and silver plate, circa 1920s. Found in une vente de Maison de Maitre in Vouvent, the Vendée region of Fr...
Silver Plate
Mcm Walnut and Stainless Steel Salad Servers
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice pair of walnut and stainless steel MCM salad servers, circa 1970s. The servers handles are made of solid walnut with the end portions stainless...
Stainless Steel
$140Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 9 in W 2 in D 0.5 in
Pair of Vintage Salad Servers Hollywood Regency Brass & Ebony
Located in San Diego, CA
Simple and elegant stylized set of salad servers made of solid brass and ebony, beautiful design.
Brass
$140Sale Price|20% Off
H 0.5 in W 11.5 in D 2 in
Pair of MCM Walnut and Sterling Silver Salad Servers Made in Italy
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of MCM walnut and sterling silver salad servers made in Italy, circa 1970s. The set is in very good vintage condition and would work...
Sterling Silver
Handcarved Black Forest Style Salad Servers
Located in Malibu, CA
Hand carved vintage Black Forest German / Bavarian folk art wood serving spoon and fork salad serving set. Intricately carved with pierced interlock...
Hardwood
Walnut & Stainless Steel Art Deco Salad Servers
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice pair of walnut and stainless steel Art Deco salad servers, circa 1930s. The servers handles are made of solid walnut with the end portions ribbed and they measure 10" long x 2...
Stainless Steel
Sculptural Salad Servers from Denmark, 1950s
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A set of sculptural and impeccably crafted Scandinavian Modern serving utensils. Made from teak and bakelite in Denmark, circa 1950s.
Bakelite, Teak
JHQ Dansk Denmark Modernist Acrylic Salad Servers
By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk
Located in Ferndale, MI
Pair of Jens Quistgaard acrylic plastic salad servers. Marked Dansk Designs Denmark.
Sold
H 4 in W 3.75 in D 2.25 in
Pair of Antique English Gothic Style Silver Plate Toast Racks, dated 1923
Located in Pearland, TX
A superb pair of antique English silverplated toast racks, dated 1923. Maker's mark and hallmarks on reverse. These fine quality silver toast ra...
Silver Plate