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.
Italian Hall Foyer Wall Mirror with Gold Giltwood Frame
Located in New York, NY
A tall slender Italian mirror with a gold giltwood frame in the Gothic design style, circa early to mid-20th century, Italy. A great mirror for a vanity, hall, foyer, etc., where a tall slender mirror...
Mirror, Giltwood
$1,925Sale Price / set|30% Off
H 65.16 in W 23.63 in D 2.96 in
Pair of Full Length Cushion Framed Wall Mirrors with Curved Frames
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of full length cushion framed wall mirrors A good looking and well made pair, they are cushion framed which means they have c...
Mirror
Nice Long Wall Mirror With Pine Giltwood Frame
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very nice modern Giltwood wall mirror which is ¾ length A very good looking and decorative mirror, it can be used in multiple locations, b...
Pine, Giltwood
$3,850
H 47.25 in W 23.63 in D 0.79 in
Mid-Century Italian Wall Mirror with Brass Frame 'circa 1950s' - Large
Located in London, GB
Mid-Century Italian wall mirror with brass frame (circa 1950s). The large mirror is classically-shaped and distinctive in a Modern style. A beautiful aged patina will appear on the brass frame although this one has been recently polished. It is in very good overall condition. We currently have this mirror's identical twin...
Brass
$3,850
H 47.25 in W 23.63 in D 0.79 in
Mid-Century Italian Wall Mirror with Brass Frame (circa 1950s) - Large
Located in London, GB
Mid-Century Italian wall mirror with brass frame (circa 1950s). The large mirror is classically-shaped and distinctive in a Modern style. It is in good overall condition with the exc...
Brass
Tall Mirror Mirror with Brulalist Textured Frame, Solace
By Paul Evans
Located in New York City, NY
Discover a sculpted Silver mirror that champions one piece at a time.The narrative behind this tall mirror stems from innovative craftsmanship, utilizing a unique technique to mold a...
Fiberglass
$2,353
H 31.5 in W 23.63 in D 5.12 in
Midcentury Oval Wall Mirror with Blue Glass Frame and Magnetic Lights Italy 1960
By Cristal Arte
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous midcentury and very rare oval mirror with a blue frame and magnetic sphere-shaped lights. This fantastic item was produced in Italy during the 1960s in the style of Cristal ...
Chrome, Metal
$518 / item
H 30.32 in W 20.48 in D 1.58 in
Contemporary Wall Mirror 'Hyvli 6' by Oitoproducts, Green Frame
By Ivan Voitovych, Oitoproducts
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary Mirror 'Hyvli 6' by Oitoproducts Green - RAL6002 Dimensions: W 52 cm x H 77 cm x D 4 cm W 20.5 in x H 30.3 in x D 1.3 in Materials: Painted ecological water paint MDF,...
Mirror
$8,825
H 78.75 in W 51.19 in D 4.73 in
Large 19th C. French Louis XIV Style Giltwood Wall Mirror with Carved Detailing
Located in Madrid, ES
At two meters (or over six and a half feet) tall, this beautifully carved Louis XIV style giltwood mirror is a dramatic reminder of how luxurious French chateaus and palaces of the 1...
Wood
Antique Giltwood Mirror
By W. Froom
Located in Tyrone, Northern Ireland
A carved giltwood mirror of very large-scale and great quality, made by Froom & Cribbs of London. The beautifully carved wooden frame decorated with flowers and foliage. The scrolled arched top centred by an open scallop cartouche with cresting eagle. Both the frame and glass are in good condition. Stamped on the back with important London makers name and address. Froom & Cribbs 1832-1849. At 136 Strand, London. Carvers and gilders, looking glass manufacturers, picture frame makers. William Froom (1791-1865) was christened in 1791 at St George the Martyr, Southwark, the son of William and Martha Froom. He first comes to notice in 1825, when he attended a meeting of more than fifty master carvers and gilders who resolved to resist the demands of journeymen for an increase in wages (The Times 30 June 1825). He followed Fentham & Co (qv) at 136 Strand, using the description, ‘Late Fentham & Co’, on his trade label for many years. By 1829 Froom had entered into a short-lived partnership with William Cribb (qv), which was dissolved in 1831 (London Gazette 3 May 1831). William Froom and his wife Elizabeth Anne had five children born between 1831 and 1840, christened at St Mary-le-Strand.William Froom was a customer of the composition ornament maker, George Jackson & Sons (qv), 1836-1842 (see Jackson account book, V&A Archive of Art and Design, AAD/2012/1/2/3). In the 1839 directory Froom was listed as a looking glassmaker and in the 1841 census as a plate glass manufacturer. He would appear to have retired from business in 1849 from his entries in the Post Office directory. In the 1851 census he was living in Oxford Square...
Giltwood
$3,025
H 39.77 in W 23.04 in D 0.99 in
Midcentury Italian Wall Mirror with Brass Frame 'circa 1950s', Large
Located in London, GB
Midcentury Italian wall mirror with brass frame (circa 1950s). The mirror is classically-shaped and distinctive in a Modern style. It is in very good overall condition. A beautiful p...
Brass
Mirror Art Frame Floor or Wall Mirror
Located in Paris, FR
Mirror Art Frame floor or wall mirror framed by 4 clear glass curved elements, 6 mm thick. Also available with decorative reglets (engraved version-neutral) in semi-reflective glas...
Glass, Mirror
Mid-Century Italian Brass Framed Mirror
Located in East Hampton, NY
Elegant 1950's Italian modernist large brass mirror with gently curved arched top which tapers at the curved curved base...mirror has a beautiful patinated brass frame ....
Brass
19th Century Original Painted Gothic Mirror
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Wonderful early 19th century English original painted Gothic mirror. 1830. Code: 8667 Dimensions: W: 31.5" (80 cm) H: 98" (248.9 cm) D: 5" (12.7 cm)
Mirror, Pine
Gothic Style Cast Iron Black Wall Mirror
Located in Plainview, NY
An elegant Gothic style wall tall mirror made of cast iron in black. The top of the mirror frame feature a large acanthus and scroll forms, the rest of the frame is embellished with ...
Iron
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H 66.93 in W 39.77 in D 3.55 in
Very Rare 16th Century Gothic Tracery Decoration Wall Mirror Hand Carved Super
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning and very rare original 16th century hand carved English wood mirror with Gothic tracery decoration A...
Mirror, Wood
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H 66.93 in W 39.77 in D 3.55 in
Very Rare 16th Century Gothic Tracery Decoration Wall Mirror Hand Carved Super
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Wimbledon-Furniture Wimbledon-Furniture is delighted to offer for sale this stunning and very rare original 16th-century hand carved English wood mirror with Gothic tracery...
Mirror, Wood
Superb 19th Century Breton Oak Cheval Mirror
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Superb 19th century Breton oak cheval mirror This impressive mirror was originally part of a French bedroom set, it has a solid oak frame, and the mirr...
Antique Gothic Carved Walnut Hall Tree
Located in Redding, CT
Antique Gothic carved walnut hall tree. One of a kind ornate, heavily carved piece with attention to detail. hand-wrought iron hooks adorn this majest...
Iron
Antique Gothic Window Mirrored
Located in Calgary, Alberta
Large antique decorative Gothic wooden church window frame with diamond criss cross pattern, mirrored. From Quebec, Canada
Wood, Mirror
Rare Large French Double Sided Oak Cheval Mirror
Located in Benington, Herts
Fantastic double sided oak 19th Century Gothic style Cheval Mirror. This large full sized French carved oak cheval mirror having a arched and moulded frame ...
Gabriella Crespi Mirror
Located in Chicago, IL
Crespi Gothic inspired brass mirror. Can hang on wall or freestanding on floor. Two hanging sides full finished brass backing. Few of these were ever produced. Impressed signatur...
Brass