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GOTHIC STYLE

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.

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Style: Gothic
Wrought Iron & Opaline Glass Pendant, Finland, 1930s
Wrought Iron & Opaline Glass Pendant, Finland, 1930s

Wrought Iron & Opaline Glass Pendant, Finland, 1930s

By Taidetakomo Hakkarainen

Located in Karis, Nyland

A finely crafted pendant light that pairs hand-forged wrought iron with a softly glowing opaline glass shade. The structure is elegant and slightly ornamental, with subtle botanical ...

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1930s Finnish Vintage Gothic Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

Very Gothic Pendent
Very Gothic Pendent

Very Gothic Pendent

Located in Peekskill, NY

This is a highly detailed cast brass 6 panel lamp. The sides have amber stained glass and the bottom has 6 additional panels of matching glass. The patina is a dark Verde and all ori...

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Early 20th Century American Gothic Lighting

Materials

Brass

Chandelier Pendant Wrought Iron Wood Gothic Style French Design 1940s
Chandelier Pendant Wrought Iron Wood Gothic Style French Design 1940s

Chandelier Pendant Wrought Iron Wood Gothic Style French Design 1940s

Located in Palermo, IT

Particular Gothic style chandelier made of wrought iron and wood. Made in France in the 1940s.Please watch the video and photos carefully, thank you. Weight: 10 Kg Bulbs: 4 E14 ligh...

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Mid-20th Century French Gothic Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique French Gilt Metal Chandelier
Antique French Gilt Metal Chandelier

Antique French Gilt Metal Chandelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Antique French Gilt Metal Chandelier Country: France Materials: Gilt Metal Condition: Shows Patina From Age Style: French Gothic Year: 1950’s $1,895 Dimensions: 30”H x 24”W x 24”D

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1950s French Vintage Gothic Lighting

Materials

Metal

Gothic Style Bronze & Iron Bat Motif Lantern
Gothic Style Bronze & Iron Bat Motif Lantern

Gothic Style Bronze & Iron Bat Motif Lantern

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Gothic Style Bronze and Iron Bat Motif Lantern Gothic style bronze and iron bat motif lantern, with a total of 45" drop, chain can be removed or added. For sale are two exceptional Gothic-style bronze and iron bat motif lanterns, sold individually, offering a rare and unique addition to any space. Each lantern has a finely cast bronze bat...

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20th Century Gothic Lighting

Materials

Metal, Bronze, Wrought Iron

Gothic-Revival Gilt Bronze Sanctuary Chandlier
Gothic-Revival Gilt Bronze Sanctuary Chandlier

Gothic-Revival Gilt Bronze Sanctuary Chandlier

Located in Queens, NY

English Gothic Revival-style (19th Century) bronze dore 6 sided filigree sanctuary fixture suspended by 3 chains connected to a canopy

Category

19th Century British Antique Gothic Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Wonderful Handcrafted Stained Glass Gothic Revival Pendant with Geometric Design
Wonderful Handcrafted Stained Glass Gothic Revival Pendant with Geometric Design

Wonderful Handcrafted Stained Glass Gothic Revival Pendant with Geometric Design

Located in Lisse, NL

This rare and beautiful ceiling lamp is a true gem for anyone looking to create the perfect ambiance. Crafted in the 1920s, this unique Gothic Revival pendant showcases a geometric ...

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Early 20th Century Dutch Gothic Lighting

Materials

Metal

Antique French Crystal Chandelier Ceiling Lamp Lustre Art Nouveau Lamp
Antique French Crystal Chandelier Ceiling Lamp Lustre Art Nouveau Lamp

Antique French Crystal Chandelier Ceiling Lamp Lustre Art Nouveau Lamp

Located in Berlin, DE

Introducing our cherished old chandelier, lovingly and professionally restored in Berlin! Its electrical wiring works seamlessly in the US, as it has been expertly re-wired and is re...

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1920s French Vintage Gothic Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Brass

1890 French Big Winged Standing Dragon Wrought Iron Sconces
1890 French Big Winged Standing Dragon Wrought Iron Sconces

1890 French Big Winged Standing Dragon Wrought Iron Sconces

Located in Firenze, Toscana

Housing one light each. These will be newly rewired with certified US UL sockets for the USA and appropriate sockets for all other countries. Standing winged dragons with lots of det...

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1890s French Antique Gothic Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

Gothic wrought iron candelabra style floor lamp
Gothic wrought iron candelabra style floor lamp

Gothic wrought iron candelabra style floor lamp

Located in Tarrytown, NY

Gothic wrought iron candelabra style floor lamp.

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1940s Spanish Vintage Gothic Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

Rare Antique Gothic Revival Bronze 12 Candle Chandelier with Gargoyle Sculptures
Rare Antique Gothic Revival Bronze 12 Candle Chandelier with Gargoyle Sculptures

Rare Antique Gothic Revival Bronze 12 Candle Chandelier with Gargoyle Sculptures

Located in Lisse, NL

Unique and stunning 19th century copy of a 16th century Gothic art chandelier. With another year of selling rare and beautiful antiques almost over, we are proud to offer you one of...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Gothic Lighting

Materials

Bronze

French 19th Century Gothic Style Bronze Chandelier
French 19th Century Gothic Style Bronze Chandelier

French 19th Century Gothic Style Bronze Chandelier

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A stunning 6-light Byzantine/Gothic-style bronze chandelier from France, 19th century if not earlier. The dramatic fixture has a multifoil shaped ring from which the six lights rise ...

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19th Century French Antique Gothic Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Spanish Revival Gilt Iron and Amber Glass Wall Lantern / Wall Sconce, 1940s
Spanish Revival Gilt Iron and Amber Glass Wall Lantern / Wall Sconce, 1940s

Spanish Revival Gilt Iron and Amber Glass Wall Lantern / Wall Sconce, 1940s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Spanish Revival Hand Forged Wall Hanging Lantern / Wall Sconce in Gilt Iron Sculptural gilt iron wall sconce / lantern with amber blown glass cylinder lampshade, Spain, 1940s This spanish hanging...

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Gothic Lighting

Materials

Gold Leaf, Wrought Iron, Iron

Gothic Iron Chandelier
Gothic Iron Chandelier

Gothic Iron Chandelier

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Large Gothic style wrought iron chandelier boasting eight sockets, four on arms and four inset. Beautiful scrolling iron work, including gargoyle heads on each arm. Please confirm lo...

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20th Century Gothic Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

Gothic Cathedral Style Hanging Lamp
Gothic Cathedral Style Hanging Lamp

Gothic Cathedral Style Hanging Lamp

Located in Palm Springs, CA

In true Gothic fashion, these lamps illustrate the style of light common to many cathedrals of the time yet devoid of any religious symbols. Lights are of grand scale consisting of s...

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1940s American Vintage Gothic Lighting

Materials

Steel

Gothic Style Spanish 1940's Eight Light Chandelier
Gothic Style Spanish 1940's Eight Light Chandelier

Gothic Style Spanish 1940's Eight Light Chandelier

Located in Buchanan, NY

This unusual Spanish 1940s medieval style iron chandelier features a sturdy frame with eight torchiere arms suspended from an ornate hanger. The fixture has been recently wired to ac...

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1940s Spanish Vintage Gothic Lighting

Materials

Iron

Pair of 19th Century gothic English lights
Pair of 19th Century gothic English lights

Pair of 19th Century gothic English lights

Located in London, GB

Pair of 19th Century gothic English lights Dimensions: H 10.5” x W 5.5” x D 5.5” Chain drop 20” Weight: 5kg pair Date: Late 19th Century Origin: English Material: Metal and glass ...

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Early 1900s British Antique Gothic Lighting

Materials

Metal

Large Vintage Gothic or Art Deco Black Wrought Iron & White Milk Glass Lights
Large Vintage Gothic or Art Deco Black Wrought Iron & White Milk Glass Lights

Large Vintage Gothic or Art Deco Black Wrought Iron & White Milk Glass Lights

Located in Topeka, KS

Wonderful large vintage gothic or Art Deco black painted wrought iron & white milk glass light fixtures. 3 total selling separately. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these a...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Gothic Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

19th Century French Gothic Wrought Iron Two-Light Lanterns Sconces, Set of 4
19th Century French Gothic Wrought Iron Two-Light Lanterns Sconces, Set of 4

19th Century French Gothic Wrought Iron Two-Light Lanterns Sconces, Set of 4

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a front entrance, courtyard, or garden façade with this elegant set of four antique French outdoor wall lanterns, crafted circa 1880. Each sconce features a classic tapered ...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Lighting

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century French Gothic Forged Iron Four-Light Floor Lamp
Early 20th Century French Gothic Forged Iron Four-Light Floor Lamp

Early 20th Century French Gothic Forged Iron Four-Light Floor Lamp

Located in Dallas, TX

This elegant antique floor fixture was crafted in southern France circa 1920. Forged in the Gothic tradition, the candelabra lamp features a tall iron stem with a subtle twist at the...

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Early 20th Century French Gothic Lighting

Materials

Iron

Spanish 1940s Wrought Iron Lantern, Scroll and Twisting Details
Spanish 1940s Wrought Iron Lantern, Scroll and Twisting Details

Spanish 1940s Wrought Iron Lantern, Scroll and Twisting Details

Located in Barcelona, ES

Hand Forged Scrollwork Wrought Iron Pendant / Lantern, Spain, 1940s. Eye-catching hand forged lantern or hanging light with scroll and twisting details thorough. The lantern hangs from an iron chain accented by rhombus shaped links and it is topped by a wrought iron flower shaped canopy. Entirely made by hand. Outstanding design in the style of gothic with spanish colonial and baroque accents. Heavily detailed hand forged work. This piece will be a great choice for any main entry, hallway or foyer. It can be a nice addition to any contemporary, classical, Spanish colonial or Spanish revival home decor. It can be placed outdoor hanging on the porch or indoor in a entry hall / hallway. Newly wired with 1 E27 bulb holder Overall measures: 72 cm H x 30 cm diameter The lantern itself without the chain is: 30 cm diameter x 33,5 cm H We are specialists in lighting: A curated selection of iron ceiling light fixtures, chandeliers, pendants and wall lights is avaliable at our 1stdibs marketplace. We invite you to join our profile and check "more from this seller". Spanish Iron Lantern...

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20th Century Spanish Gothic Lighting

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

19th Century Gothic Wrought Iron Chandelier
19th Century Gothic Wrought Iron Chandelier

19th Century Gothic Wrought Iron Chandelier

Located in Tarrytown, NY

Intricate wrought iron, Gothic style chandelier with foliate and floral motif.

Category

19th Century French Antique Gothic Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

Gothic Style Tole Hollywood Regency Chandelier with Murano Shades Italy 1980s
Gothic Style Tole Hollywood Regency Chandelier with Murano Shades Italy 1980s

Gothic Style Tole Hollywood Regency Chandelier with Murano Shades Italy 1980s

By Koegl

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Add a touch of opulence to your home with this charming Chandelier. Perfect black and gilded colored parts to enhance any chic or eclectic home. We'd love to see it hanging in an ent...

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1980s German Vintage Gothic Lighting

Materials

Metal

Pair of 19th Century Gothic Bronze Verdigris Lantern Sconces
Pair of 19th Century Gothic Bronze Verdigris Lantern Sconces

Pair of 19th Century Gothic Bronze Verdigris Lantern Sconces

Located in New York, NY

Pair of antique Gothic style lantern sconces made of verdigris bronze and opaque textured glass. One pane is missing and will be replaced when purchased. The lights are cleaned and r...

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19th Century American Antique Gothic Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Two Tiers Wrought Iron Chandelier with 8 Arms in the Gothic Style
Two Tiers Wrought Iron Chandelier with 8 Arms in the Gothic Style

Two Tiers Wrought Iron Chandelier with 8 Arms in the Gothic Style

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

This very nice and unusual chandelier with 8 arms is made of wrought iron. This is a French work in the Gothic style. Circa 1920

Category

1940s French Vintage Gothic Lighting

Materials

Iron

Large French Decorated Gothic Hall Lantern Ceiling Light
Large French Decorated Gothic Hall Lantern Ceiling Light

Large French Decorated Gothic Hall Lantern Ceiling Light

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Large French Decorated Gothic Hall Lantern Ceiling Light This is a Large and Very Heavy Hall Lantern it is a Classic Elaborate Gothic Design decorated with animals Caryatid and symb...

Category

1880s Antique Gothic Lighting

Materials

Brass

Wrought Iron Chandelier with 12 Lights in the Gothic Style. Circa 1950
Wrought Iron Chandelier with 12 Lights in the Gothic Style. Circa 1950

Wrought Iron Chandelier with 12 Lights in the Gothic Style. Circa 1950

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

This very nice chandelier with 12 lights is made of wrought iron. This is a French work in the Gothic style. Circa 1950

Category

1950s French Vintage Gothic Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

Vintage Gothic Lions Head Sconce
Vintage Gothic Lions Head Sconce

Vintage Gothic Lions Head Sconce

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This striking vintage wall sconce is a masterful blend of Hollywood Regency glamour and Gothic Revival theatricality. The fixture is anchored by a commanding cast metal lion’s head, ...

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Early 20th Century American Gothic Lighting

Materials

Brass

French Gothic Style Eight-Light Iron Chandelier with Hand-Painted Crests, Wired
French Gothic Style Eight-Light Iron Chandelier with Hand-Painted Crests, Wired

French Gothic Style Eight-Light Iron Chandelier with Hand-Painted Crests, Wired

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French Gothic style eight-light iron chandelier from the 20th century with hand-painted crests. This French Gothic style chandelier from the 20th century is an exquisite example of...

Category

20th Century French Gothic Lighting

Materials

Brass, Iron

6 Lights Wrought Iron Candlestick
6 Lights Wrought Iron Candlestick

6 Lights Wrought Iron Candlestick

$1,268Sale Price|25% Off

6 Lights Wrought Iron Candlestick

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

This very nice and delicate 6 lights candlestick is made of wrought iron. This is a French work. Circa 1950

Category

1950s French Vintage Gothic Lighting

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Ceiling Lamp from 1930's, forged and welded steel.
Ceiling Lamp from 1930's, forged and welded steel.

Ceiling Lamp from 1930's, forged and welded steel.

By Taidetakomo Hakkarainen

Located in Turku, Finland

Quite special and unique ceiling lamp from 1930's. Designer and manufacturer is unknown but it has a bit same style like Taidetakomo Hakkarainen lamps and other works. Rough hardly...

Category

Early 20th Century Finnish Gothic Lighting

Materials

Metal

19th Century French Gothic Forged Iron Five-Light Floor Lamp
19th Century French Gothic Forged Iron Five-Light Floor Lamp

19th Century French Gothic Forged Iron Five-Light Floor Lamp

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a study of office with this elegant floor fixture. Crafted in southern France, circa 1860, the candelabra lamp stands on a tripod base ending with three feet. The twisted st...

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Lighting

Materials

Iron

Antique Gothic Revival Gold Bronze Figural Candelabra Table Lamps - a Pair
Antique Gothic Revival Gold Bronze Figural Candelabra Table Lamps - a Pair

Antique Gothic Revival Gold Bronze Figural Candelabra Table Lamps - a Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Gothic Revival Gold Bronze Figural Candelabra Table Lamps - a Pair. Item features wooden decorative candles, twin light sockets, pierced decorated frames, very nice antique p...

Category

Early 20th Century Gothic Lighting

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Rare Antique Hubbell Carved Oak Figural Dolphins Library Column Floor Lamp
Rare Antique Hubbell Carved Oak Figural Dolphins Library Column Floor Lamp

Rare Antique Hubbell Carved Oak Figural Dolphins Library Column Floor Lamp

By Hubbell

Located in Dayton, OH

A rare and one of a kind antique figural carved oak floor lamp, circa 1920s. Meticulously carved with amazing detail throughout. Features a swiss guard with torchiere staff atop a sq...

Category

1920s Vintage Gothic Lighting

Materials

Oak

Wrought Iron Floor Lamp with 4 Lights, French, circa 1950
Wrought Iron Floor Lamp with 4 Lights, French, circa 1950

Wrought Iron Floor Lamp with 4 Lights, French, circa 1950

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

This 4 lights decorative floor lamp is made of wrought iron. This is a nice French work, circa 1950.

Category

1950s French Vintage Gothic Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair Heavy Weight Solid Brass Polished Bronze Gothic Twisted 8 Light Lanterns
Pair Heavy Weight Solid Brass Polished Bronze Gothic Twisted 8 Light Lanterns

Pair Heavy Weight Solid Brass Polished Bronze Gothic Twisted 8 Light Lanterns

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This pair of heavy-weight solid brass polished bronze Gothic-style 8-light lanterns combines luxury, durability, and intricate craftsmanship to create a statement of elegance for any...

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2010s French Gothic Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Gothic Style Brass Table Lamps with Belgium Linen Shade
Gothic Style Brass Table Lamps with Belgium Linen Shade

Gothic Style Brass Table Lamps with Belgium Linen Shade

Located in Sheffield, MA

Pair of antique French Gothic Revival style brass table lamps with Belgium, linen shades. Great original condition with patina. Measures: Height from bottom to top of shade 26" Dia...

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19th Century French Antique Gothic Lighting

Materials

Brass

19th C. French Gothic Wrought Iron Chandelier with Crown Top and Gilt Accents
19th C. French Gothic Wrought Iron Chandelier with Crown Top and Gilt Accents

19th C. French Gothic Wrought Iron Chandelier with Crown Top and Gilt Accents

Located in Dallas, TX

Illuminate your dining room, library, or entryway with this striking antique French chandelier. Crafted in France circa 1870, the fixture is forged from hand-wrought iron and designe...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Gothic Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

Early 20th Century French Gothic Twelve-Light Iron Chandelier with Gilt Accents
Early 20th Century French Gothic Twelve-Light Iron Chandelier with Gilt Accents

Early 20th Century French Gothic Twelve-Light Iron Chandelier with Gilt Accents

Located in Dallas, TX

Illuminate a dining room or entryway with this impressive round chandelier. Crafted in France circa 1920, the hand-forged wrought iron fixture features twelve lights arranged around ...

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Early 20th Century French Gothic Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of 12' Polychromed Plaster Angel 14-Light Candelabra / Lamps on Pedestals
Pair of 12' Polychromed Plaster Angel 14-Light Candelabra / Lamps on Pedestals

Pair of 12' Polychromed Plaster Angel 14-Light Candelabra / Lamps on Pedestals

By Daprato Rigali Studios

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of 12' polychromed plaster angel 14-light candelabra / lamps on pedestals Subtle and dramatic, impressive in size and well executed. Each angel sta...

Category

Early 20th Century American Gothic Lighting

Materials

Brass

Large, Magnificent and Rare Gothic Revival Silver Plated Incense Burner
Large, Magnificent and Rare Gothic Revival Silver Plated Incense Burner

Large, Magnificent and Rare Gothic Revival Silver Plated Incense Burner

Located in London, GB

A magnificent and rare Gothic Revival, Byzantine influenced antique silver plated incense burner. The highly decorative bowl, set with many coloured glass cabochon and bearing the initials I H S a symbolic monogram of Christ, is suspended from a high domed crown on six sturdy chains. Beneath the bowl is a reversed crown terminating in a reversed ring...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Gothic Lighting

Materials

Silver

Early 20th Century French Forged Wrought Iron 5 Light Candelabra Floor Lamp
Early 20th Century French Forged Wrought Iron 5 Light Candelabra Floor Lamp

Early 20th Century French Forged Wrought Iron 5 Light Candelabra Floor Lamp

Located in Miami, FL

Early 20th century Gothic Style French forged wrought iron 5 light candelabra floor lamp. US Rewiring and each takes a regular or LED Light bulb. Has a cord switch attached to the tw...

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Early 20th Century French Gothic Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of 1950s Gothic Pendant Lights W/ Hexagon Shape and White Textured Glass
Pair of 1950s Gothic Pendant Lights W/ Hexagon Shape and White Textured Glass

Pair of 1950s Gothic Pendant Lights W/ Hexagon Shape and White Textured Glass

Located in New York, NY

1950's Gothic style pendant lights with textured white glass. This pair of hexagon shaped steel lights with brass plating have the original patina although there some wear with the b...

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1950s American Vintage Gothic Lighting

Materials

Steel, Brass

Stoneware Lamp with Gothic Face
Stoneware Lamp with Gothic Face

Stoneware Lamp with Gothic Face

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Ceramic lamp with a gothic face. Lamp measures 19" high from base to the bottom of socket and 10" diameter. Lamp has been professionally rewired for a 3-way light bulb. We also added...

Category

1970s American Vintage Gothic Lighting

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Monumental 19th Century Medieval Style  Brass Candelabra
Pair of Monumental 19th Century Medieval Style  Brass Candelabra

Pair of Monumental 19th Century Medieval Style Brass Candelabra

Located in Troy, NY

Pair of massive Gothic style brass candelabra of impressive size. Can be electrified or used to hold large pillar candles.

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16th Century German Antique Gothic Lighting

Materials

Brass

An Interesting Early 20th Century Gilt Bronze and Crystal “Grotesque” Chandelier
An Interesting Early 20th Century Gilt Bronze and Crystal “Grotesque” Chandelier

An Interesting Early 20th Century Gilt Bronze and Crystal “Grotesque” Chandelier

Located in Long Island City, NY

An Interesting Early 20th Century Gilt Bronze and Crystal Twenty Six Light “Grotesque” Chandelier A unique Gothic Style, drop crystal, basket chandelier with different “Grotesque” faces and designs. Twenty four tiered perimeter lights (including 6 lanterns) and two tiered interior lights. Artists began to give the tiny faces of the figures in grotesque decorations strange caricatured expressions, in a direct continuation of the medieval traditions of the drolleries in the border decorations or initials in illuminated manuscripts. From this the term began to be applied to larger caricatures, such as those of Leonardo da Vinci, and the modern sense began to develop. It is first recorded in English in 1646 from Sir Thomas Browne: “In nature there are no grotesques”. By extension backwards in time, the term became also used for the medieval originals, and in modern terminology medieval drolleries, half-human thumbnail vignettes drawn in the margins, and carved figures on buildings (that are not also waterspouts, and so gargoyles) are also called “grotesques”. A boom in the production of works of art in the grotesque genre, characterized the period 1920–1933 of German art. In contemporary illustration art, the “grotesque” figures, in the ordinary conversational sense, commonly appear in the genre grotesque art...

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Early 20th Century French Gothic Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu

Gothic Style Iron Chandelier
Gothic Style Iron Chandelier

Gothic Style Iron Chandelier

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Very Fine Hand Hammered Iron Chandelier in the Gothic style. Extraordinary iron work. 16 lights. France, circa 1890. Dimensions: Height 51" Diameter 44" CW5203

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1890s French Antique Gothic Lighting

Materials

Iron

Rare 1920's Bronze lantern
Rare 1920's Bronze lantern

Rare 1920's Bronze lantern

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautiful and rare 1920's bronze lantern, the patina is so much nicer in person

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1920s American Vintage Gothic Lighting

Materials

Bronze

20th Century French Lantern
20th Century French Lantern

20th Century French Lantern

Located in Atlanta, GA

This elegant 20th-century French lantern showcases the timeless artistry of wrought iron craftsmanship. Its intricate scrollwork features delicate curves and flourishes, creating a s...

Category

20th Century French Gothic Lighting

Materials

Iron

Gothic lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Gothic lighting for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage lighting created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Gothic lighting made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original lighting, popular names associated with this style include and Steven Handelman. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for lighting differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $600 and tops out at $9,500 while the average work can sell for $2,850.