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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
Set of Four English Vintage Lanterns
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Set of four vintage 20th century glass and steel lanterns from England. This striking ensemble of light fixtures bears a vaguely Gothic influence in their hexagonal shape, made of te...
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20th Century English Gothic Lighting

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Steel

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

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Wrought Iron, Bronze, Metal

Gothic Style Bronze & Iron Bat Motif Lantern
Gothic Style Bronze & Iron Bat Motif Lantern
$1,920 Sale Price / item
20% Off
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

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Wrought Iron

Vintage Curry & Company Large Metal Lanterns
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Exceptional Ornate unique Curry & Company Vintage Large Lantern pair. Gorgeous seeded glass panels. Original ceiling canopy and chain. The finish is slightly distressed but beautiful...
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1980s Italian Vintage Gothic Lighting

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Iron

Spanish 1940's Gothic Style 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

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Iron

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

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Steel

Eraly 1900 Handcrafted Gothic Art Four Arm Winged Dragon Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Good size and hand-carved Gothic Revival chandelier. This handcrafted medieval chandelier comes with four arms and on the end of each arm there is a mean looking and well carved dr...
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Early 20th Century French Gothic Lighting

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Wood, Glass

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

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

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Metal

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...
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1920s Vintage Gothic Lighting

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Oak

French 19th Century Brass Altar Candlestick Lamp and Shade
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An antique brass altar candlestick from 19th century France, that has been converted into an electrified lamp. This gorgeous fixture i...
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19th Century French Antique Gothic Lighting

Materials

Brass

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

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Bronze

An Old Decorative Green Man Copper Lantern This old Hall Lantern has 6 sides
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
An Old Decorative Green Man Copper Lantern This very old Hall Lantern has 6 bevelled glass sides This very unusual Baroque light is wired for electricity, it has the mask of the gr...
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19th Century Antique Gothic Lighting

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Copper

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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20th Century Spanish Gothic Lighting

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf

Large Patinated Gothic Style Hexagonal Lantern, Rewired, Second Available
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large Patinated Gothic Style Hexagonal Lantern, Rewired Sold Individually USA, circa 1920s Standing 42-Inches tall, executed in patinated metal, with Holy Cross finial, with pierc...
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20th Century American Gothic Lighting

Materials

Metal

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

French Gothic Style Wrought Iron Chandelier
Located in Houston, TX
French Gothic Style Wrought Iron Chandelier. This handsome French Country 5 Arm Wrought Iron Chandelier has been newly wired with new sockets and polywax candle sleeves for the U.S. ...
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1920s French Vintage Gothic Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

Late 19th century Caldwell Gothic St. Michael Motif Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of late 19th century gothic style Caldwell bronze sconces with St Michael motif
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Late 19th Century American Antique Gothic Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Large pair of wrought iron wall lights with 5 Arms comprising coat of arms
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice large pair of wall lights with 5 Arms is made of wrought iron. The wall sconces show a coat of arms on their center. This is a French work in the Gothic Style. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Gothic Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

Neo Gothic Bronze Lamp
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Neo Gothic bronze architectural fragment mounted as lamp.
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Early 20th Century Gothic Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Antique Painted Iron Floor Torchere from France, Early 1900s
Located in Dallas, TX
This five light, antique French cast iron torchere has been painted deep green with gold colored bands around the motifs. The motifs are trefoils, ...
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Early 20th Century French Gothic Lighting

Materials

Iron

19th Century Gothic Wrought Iron Chandelier
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Intricate wrought iron, Gothic style chandelier with foliate and floral motif.
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19th Century French Antique Gothic Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

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

Early 20th Century French Gothic Flat Bottom Iron Ten-Light Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a kitchen island or breakfast room with this elegant antique light fixture. Forged in France circa 1920, and rectangular in shape, the large chandelier has ten lights newly ...
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Early 20th Century French Gothic Lighting

Materials

Iron

French Gothic Wrought Iron 6 Arm Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
French Gothic style chandelier with six arms made of black finish wrought iron. It has an intricate, ornate design with scrolling patterns and decorative bird motif arms. This light ...
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20th Century Gothic Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

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

Wrought Iron Cage Chandelier With 7 lights in The Gothic Style
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice cage chandelier with 7 lights is all made of wrought iron. This is a French work in the Gothic style. Circa 1950
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1940s French Vintage Gothic Lighting

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Wrought Iron

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

Pair of Wrought Iron Sconces, French Work. Circa 1950
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This set of 3 wrought iron wall sconces is French, circa 1950. These wall lights can also be sold individually.
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1950s French Vintage Gothic Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair Heavy Weight Solid Brass Polished Bronze Gothic Twisted 8 Light Lanterns
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a pair of Incredibly heavy, solid, beefy polished bronze or perhaps brass lanterns. They are European in style and have incredibly beautiful twisted ornate details and each o...
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2010s French Gothic Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Farm House Tole Hollywood Regency Chandelier with Murano Shades Italy 1980s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Add a touch of opulence to your home with this charming Chandelier. Perfect verdigris colored parts to enhance any chic or eclectic home. We'd love to see it hanging in an entryway o...
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1980s German Vintage Gothic Lighting

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Metal

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...
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20th Century French Gothic Lighting

Materials

Brass, Iron

Very Rare Set of Twenty Large, 1940s Church Indoor or Outdoor Sconces (
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very rare set of twenty of large 1940 church sconces, the glass can be easily change, to a different color of glass, the price is for the pair they c...
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1940s American Vintage Gothic Lighting

Materials

Metal

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
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1950s French Vintage Gothic Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

19th Century French Gothic Forged Iron Six Candles Chandelier
Located in Paris, FR
Large decorative forged iron chandelier, late 19th century. Forged in France, circa 1890, the large chandelier can receive 6 candles (candles not provided). On wavy shapes, the chand...
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19th Century French Antique Gothic Lighting

Materials

Iron

Vintage Boho Georgian Art Lighting Sconces - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Make a powerful design statement with this exceptional pair of vintage architectural sconces. Each fixture boasts a dramatic, oversized lantern form, featuring a distinctive pagoda-s...
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Late 20th Century American Gothic Lighting

Materials

Metal

Pair of Wrought Iron wall lanterns Patinated in a Green Color and Gilded
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and unique pair of wall lanterns is made of wrought iron patinated in a green color and gilded. This is a French work. Circa 1940
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1950s French Vintage Gothic Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

19th Century French Gothic Wrought Iron Six-Light Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Bring a true "Old World" flair to your dining room or den with this large and imposing light fixture. Crafted in France circa 1870 and round in shape, this antique chandelier has a c...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Lighting

Materials

Iron

1920's Oscar Bach Gothic style Brown Patinated Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1900 Oscar Bach bronze double light sconces, brown patinated finish
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1910s American Vintage Gothic Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Beautiful 1920s Gothic Wood Lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful Gothic lantern, the patina of the wood is beautiful, the height of the light is with out the chain.        
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1920s American Vintage Gothic Lighting

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Metal

French 19th Century Gothic Style Brass Chandelier
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A stunning 6-light Gothic style brass chandelier from 19th century France. The dramatically styled fixture has a multifoil shaped base from which the six lights extend. The base is h...
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19th Century French Antique Gothic Lighting

Materials

Brass

French Circular Hand-Wrought Iron Chandelier. 19th Century
Located in Charleston, SC
This French Four Light Circular Hand-Wrought Iron Chandelier was original candle and made in the 19th Century. The Circular Hand-Wrought Iron Ring has four Wrought Iron Bobeches an...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Gothic Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

Tall Arts & Crafts Cast Iron Candle Stick or Torchère
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Tall Arts & Crafts cast iron candle stick or torchère. This is a tall and very heavy Torchere, it has a pricket in the centre of the sconce and sta...
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Early 19th Century Antique Gothic Lighting

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Gothic Forged Iron Eight-Light Island Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant antique light fixture was forged in France, circa 1890. Rectangular in shape and almost 4 feet long, the chandelier with a flat bottom, features an intricate pierced gallery with scrolled work around the perimeter, and embellished with gilt floral rosette medallions in each recessed corner; the light has the original double chains on each side connected to a crossed bar, under the top double chain. The large chandelier has eight inside arms newly wired and each iron torch light...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Lighting

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Iron

French Gothic Wrought Iron Chandelier, c. 1930
Located in Chicago, IL
This magnificent frosted glass chandelier combines the soft finish of molded Art Deco glass with the striking forms of a Gothic wrought iron frame. The cent...
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Early 20th Century French Gothic Lighting

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Iron

19th Century Pair of Wooden Wall Chandeliers
Located in Esbeek, NL
Wall chandeliers in Gothic style.  
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19th Century French Antique Gothic Lighting

Materials

Wood

Gothic 12 Arm Bronze Chandelier Union Theological Seminary NYC
Located in New York, NY
This 12-light cast bronze gothic chandelier was reclaimed from the Union Theological Seminary in NYC. The Seminary was established in 1836 with an English Gothic Revival style. This ...
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Early 20th Century American Gothic Lighting

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Bronze

20th Century French Iron Chandelier
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
French six-armed iron chandelier, circa 1950.The arms and central shaft feature scrolling acanthus leaves in alternating directions. This chandelier has a great composition with an i...
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Mid-20th Century French Gothic Lighting

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Iron

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...
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Early 20th Century Gothic Lighting

Materials

Brass

Palatial Silver Distressed Rustic Metal Chandelier by Schonbek
Located in Manhasset, NY
Palatial silver distressed rustic metal chandelier by Schonbek. A wonderful rustic silver metal chandelier by one of Germany's finest crystal ...
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1970s Vintage Gothic Lighting

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Crystal, Silver

Pair of French Gothic Style Gilt Bronze Sconces
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of French Gothic stye gilt bronze 2-tier 5 arm wall sconces featuring floral and foliage motifs Condition: Good; Wear consistent with age and use
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20th Century French Gothic Lighting

Materials

Bronze

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...
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1880s Antique Gothic Lighting

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Brass

Pendant "Cibulak", Czechoslovakia, 1960's
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in the Czech Republic. Made of brass and glass. Brass shows some signs of use, such as scratch marks.
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1960s Czech Vintage Gothic Lighting

Materials

Brass

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

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Iron

19th Century French Gothic Wrought Iron Two-Light Lanterns Sconces, Set of 4
Located in Dallas, TX
For a unique lighting feature, look no further than these four elegant antique sconces. Crafted in France circa 1880, the outdoor wall lights feature a dome shaped top and dressed wi...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Lighting

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Iron

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...
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1970s American Vintage Gothic Lighting

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Ceramic

19th Century French Gothic Verdigris Flat Bottom Iron Eight-Light Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a kitchen island or breakfast room with this elegant antique flat bottom light fixture. Forged in France, circa 1920 and rectangular in shape, the large chandelier has eight...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Lighting

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Iron

19th Century Blacksmith Made Gothic Wrought Iron Floor Lamp
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
19th Century Blacksmith Made Gothic wrought iron floor lamp This is a very unusual Gothic Wrought Iron Floor Lamp the stand is blacksmith made, it stands on 3 feet and takes a wax candle which sits in the centre sconce...
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Late 19th Century Antique Gothic Lighting

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Iron

Early 20th Century Gothic Wrought Iron Floor Lamp in the Style of Samuel Yellin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Early 20th century, Gothic, craftsman-made, wrought iron floor lamp with decoratively scored stem, tripod base and foliate top with three-bulb fitter in the style of Samuel Yellin. T...
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1920s American Vintage Gothic Lighting

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Wrought Iron

Early 20th Century French Gothic Forged Iron Four-Light Floor Lamp
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant antique fixture was crafted in southern France, circa 1920. The Gothic candelabra lamp stands on a twisted, forged stem with three curve...
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Early 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.

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