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.
Strawberry Hill Gothic Pier Glass
Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset
A carved gilt-wood pier mirror with cluster form columns supporting a carved Gothic foliate arch top, inspired by Robert Walpole’s library. Please note that we are currently working...
Giltwood
Strawberry Hill Gothic Pier Mirror
Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset
A carved gilt-wood Gothic design pier mirror inspired by the style and decoration of The Long Gallery at Strawberry Hill. Please note we are currently working to a 30-36 week lead t...
Giltwood
Strawberry Hill Robert Adam Round
Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset
A carved, gilt-wood geometric Gothic design circular wall mirror inspired by the ceiling decoration by Robert Adam, from the formal drawing room set within Walpole’s Gothic villa. P...
Giltwood
Superb French Gilt Overmantle Pier Mirror
Located in Swadlincote, GB
A super French gilt pier mirror, musical instrument and foilage to the top, original plate glass, in very good overall condition.
Giltwood
Strawberry Hill Style Chinoiserie Japanned Vanity Mirror
Located in Bruton, GB
A highly decorative Strawberry Hill style mirror, featuring a shaped and faceted mirror plate set within a black japanned frame adorned with delicate gilt chinoiserie decoration. The...
Mirror, Wood
$3,507
H 1.58 in Dm 27.56 in
Venetian Modern Round Wall Mirror with Pink Purple Glass and Brass Details
Located in Barcelona, ES
Round Venetian Style Mirror, Spain 1960s Elegant Venetian style Hollywood Regency round mirror with iridiscent and mirror glass panels. This glamo...
Metal, Brass
Neoclassical Pier Mirrors
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of completely original, hand-carved and gilded, Italian, c. 1800 pier mirrors. Each featuring a spectacular crown consisting of a pierced, flower c...
Mercury Glass, Wood
Venetian Style Round Mirror with Brass Details
Located in Barcelona, ES
Venetian style round wall mirror with brass accents, Spain, 1950-1960s. This circular mirror has a triple mirror frame. The mirrored panels are adorned by metal patterns and flowers....
Metal, Brass
Antique Gilt Frame Pier Mirror
Located in New York, NY
Classic 19th C. American gilt frame mirror, having a nautical themed lithograph top section. The mirror shows general wear, and signs of age and use, specifically as follows, the lit...
Mirror, Giltwood
German Biedermeier Classical Pier Mirror
Located in Hudson, NY
A very fine German pier mirror having a good color and finish. The frame made of walnut finished in a rich warm brown has mellowed to a very nice color. The carving though space is v...
Glass, Wood
A Large White Shell Pier Mirror
Located in London, GB
+VAT. England, modern. Made to order. A very fine white shell mirror of large scale with cresting and scrolled sides and apron. The mirror plate b...
Shell
Eastlake Victorian Walnut PIer Mirror
Located in Sheffield, MA
This rare Eastlake Victorian antique walnut pier mirror is a stunning piece that will add a touch of elegance to any room. Crafted in the late 1800s, it features a beautiful mirror i...
Walnut
$2,250
H 54 in W 39 in D 3 in
Vintage Louis XV Style Giltwood Pier Mirror with Acanthus Crest, Beveled Glass
Located in Morristown, NJ
Early/Mid 20th c., Louis XV style double frame giltwood pier mirror with an acanthus crest and pierced carvings around the frame. The beveled central mirror panel is flanked on all s...
Mirror, Giltwood
$14,979 / set
H 29.53 in W 36.62 in D 11.82 in
Midcentury Console & Round Beveled Mirror with Stools, by Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Vigonza, Padua
They can be sold separately Italy entry room set, attributed to Osvaldo Borsani, circa 1950: mirrored console with drowing and two stools in solid walnut, t...
Plastic, Walnut, Mirror
Victorian Walnut Pier Mirror
Located in Morristown, NJ
19th/20th C., large handsome Victorian walnut pier mirror. Open pediment top with central spire, carved baluster frame, beveled glass, no ...
Mirror, Walnut, Pine