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.
Sterling Silver Vessel
Located in New York, NY
A small well-made sterling silver vessel in the Gothic design style. Piece can be just decorative or use to hold small items, etc., shown in images as a jewelry dish. Markers' mark a...
Sterling Silver
Electroplated Silver Bottle Coasters Antique Circa 1940
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A very good pair of antique electroplated silver bottle coasters; part of our wine and drinks related collection. These antique electroplated sil...
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Sterling Silver Pillbox
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A chic and practical way to carry your pills; this sterling silver pillbox. It has a polygon shape and sleek with no decorative qualities. The top is a perfect place to have it mon...
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Sterling Silver Menorah
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Being offered is a sterling silver menorah made in Israel. It is modern and yet has a classic and timeless design. Sleek and understated without any ornamentation, it brings a cont...
Sterling Silver
$819
H 4.53 in W 1.58 in D 1.58 in
Sterling Silver Pepper Grinder in the Form of a Champagne Bottle Made in 1886
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1886 by Heath & Middleton, this handsome, Victorian, Novelty, antique sterling silver pepper grinder, is...
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Platter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Being offered is a sterling silver platter (tray) by Redlich & CO of New York. It is a large serving tray with old world detail around the edges. It has a scalloped rim with fl...
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Sterling Silver Tray
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Being offered is a beautiful sterling silver tray with an elegant reticulated design going around the border. It’s an oval piece with handles on each side and stands on a pedestal. ...
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Antique Tiffany Chrysanthemum Sterling Silver Oyster Ladle
Located in New York, NY
Chrysanthemum sterling silver oyster ladle. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1920. Round bowl with twisted fluting and curved and reeded stem with d...
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Tray
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful sterling silver tray has a reticulated border and a fluted rim. It has a pedestal so it’s propped off the surface. It is an octagon shaped...
Sterling Silver
Antique Sterling Silver Sugar Shaker
By Cornelius Desormeaux Saunders and James Francis Hollings Shepherd
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Large Sterling silver sugar caster, beautiful model with beautiful decorations in Regency style. The spreader has hallmarks of the city of Chester, dated 1905. The maker's mark is al...
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$5,105
H 0.6 in W 3.82 in D 2.49 in
Pocket Cigarette Case Vessel Miniature Hand-Painted Sterling Silver Enamel Salim
By Salimbeni, Giorgio Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
6238-7239- Pocket cigarette case with spring button in 925/1000 fire-enamelled sterling silver with beautiful vessel miniature hand-painted by th...
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Sterling Silver Overlay Glass Vessel Lidded Vessel Vintage
Located in North Miami, FL
The sterling silver design overlay over the clear glass makes this container perfect for serving or many uses. This could be used for serving jam. Would be fabulous in a bathroom set...
Glass
$8,631 / item
H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in
Chrysanthemum by Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Porringer Bowl Antique
Located in Big Bend, WI
Chrysanthemum by Tiffany & Co. Tiffany’s luxurious Chrysanthemum silver was designed in 1880. With its flowing curves, swirling vegetation, meandering tendrils and exotic blossoming ...
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$10,606 / set
H 6.3 in W 0.79 in D 1.78 in
Children's Cutlery Silver Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstatte circa 1923 Jugendstil
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Klosterneuburg, AT
Silver children’s cutlery set designed by Josef Hoffmann and Eduard J. Wimmer-Wisgrill manufactured by Wiener Werkstatte ca. 1923 marked hammer-strok...
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H 8.67 in W 5.52 in D 4.34 in
Gothic revival antique sterling silver hurricane lamp made in London in 1889
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1889 by John Round & Son Ltd., this stylish, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Hurricane Lamp, features Gothic design t...
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Mid-20th Century Sterling Silver Medicine Spoon Set
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Mid-20th century sterling silver folding medicine spoon, teaspoon & tablespoon, with Gothic cutwork shaft. Made by Currier & Roby, NY, NY. Currier was an early expert & author on Ame...
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Victorian Silver Child's Cup
By Joseph Angell I & John Angell I 1
Located in London, GB
A lovely quality Victorian silver christening cup. The gothic style octagonal body sits on a flared base and both are finely hand-engraved with ...
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Antique English Victorian Silver Tea and Coffee Service
Located in London, GB
A 5-piece silver tea and coffee set hallmarked in the year 1853 in Birmingham, England by the internationally renowned firm of Elkington & Co. The set is in the neo-Gothic style that...
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H 6 in W 4.75 in D 3.5 in
Antique Gothic Reed and Barton Silver Plate Figural Tea Caddy with Goat
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Gothic style reed and barton silver plate tea caddy features hexagonal form with etched panels decorated in arch and foliate with ...
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H 5.75 in W 2.5 in D 1.44 in
Gorham Sterling Silver Antique Holy Water Font, Sacred Heart Virgin Mary
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Newfoundland, PA
Stunning antique holy water font. Measuring 5.8 in top to bottom, 2.5 in wide, 1.4 in deep, Hallmarked on the reverse Sterling FRU.
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English Silver Candlesticks in Gothic Design
Located in London, GB
A Large pair of English silver candle sticks in Gothic Design, all fully hallmarked & dated London 1937, Makers Arthur Robert Mayland