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. Gothic Revival furniture's characteristics include such decorative flourishes as pointed arches, floral details, finials, heraldic motifs and linenfold carving.
The movement was rooted in religious and social conservatism. Gothic Revival's 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 castles or cathedrals that inspired them, Gothic Revival chairs, bookcases and beds make 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 will declare that your home is indeed your castle.
LATE 19th CENTURY SMALL MIRROR IN NEO GOTHIC STYLE
Located in Firenze, FI
Elegant small mirror made of wrought iron and hand-forged, in neo-Gothic style. Its "gate" shape evokes that of a Gothic window or stained glass window, characterized by an ogival pr...
Wrought Iron
A W N Pugin. Made by John Webb attr. A Gothic Revival Oak Dressing Table Mirror.
By Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin
Located in London, GB
A W Pugin. Attributed maker for John Webb of Bond Street. A Gothic Revival dressing table mirror with a carved spiral stretcher and carved roses. Made from p...
Walnut
C19th English Gothic Revival Ash & Painted Dressing Table Vanity Mirror
Located in Norwich, GB
Late 19th century Gothic Revival ash & painted dressing table vanity mirror. English. Circa 1880. The mirror is supported by angled uprights with central turned column, and has pain...
Mirror, Ash
Small Rectangular 19th Century Wooden Mirror and Frame
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Small Danish or Swedish 19th Century Empire Mirror. This classic rectangular mirror features the original mirror. Wonderful mirror that can be displayed on a vanity or hung verticall...
Wood, Mirror
Late 19th Century French Vanity Bronze Mirror
Located in Plainview, NY
An exquisite late 19th century French Louis XV vanity mirror. The bronze carved mirror features impressive details with two cherubs. The mirror ...
Bronze
$700
H 10 in W 8.63 in D 6 in
Vintage Murano Glass Dressing Table/Vanity Mirror, Italy, Mid 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Vintage - Murano glass - dressing table/vanity mirror - all original fittings with silver leaf backed mirror - finished and hinged wood easel back (can be wall mounted) - unsigned - ...
Art Glass, Mirror, Hardwood
Italian Rococo Style Gilt Carved Dressing Table / Vanity Mirror
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Rococo-style (19th Century) carved giltwood dressing table / vanity mirror with a carved base. Condition: Good; Wear consistent with age and use
Copper
$531
H 9.85 in W 8.27 in D 5.91 in
Late 19th Century Table Mirror / Picture Frame - Empire Style - Gilt Bronze
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Charming French gilt bronze mirror, late 19th century, in Empire style. The rectangular frame is richly decorated with acanthus leaves and classical motifs, crowned with a laurel wre...
Brass, Bronze
$575Sale Price|45% Off
H 18.51 in Dm 16.15 in
Postmodern Round Anodized Brass Vanity Mirror Attr. to Sergio Mazza, Italy
By Sergio Mazza
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1970s. It features an anodized brass and varnished metal frame. This is a vintage piece, therefore it might show slight traces of use, but it can be considered as in ...
Brass, Metal
Sliver Plate 'Plateau' mirror, Late 19th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very finely cast silver plated frame 'plateau' with floral decoration, showing beautifully detailed fruit and flowers. Fitted mirror glass, this would also make a stunning picture ...
Silver Plate
$2,352
H 16.78 in W 8.86 in D 6.5 in
Luxurious 19th-Century Rococo Revival Vanity Mirror with Gilt Bronze Frame
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
This elegant Rococo Revival tabletop vanity mirror displays exceptional 19th-century European craftsmanship. The finely cast gilt bronze (ormolu) frame features openwork scrolls, ac...
Onyx, Metal
$1,550
H 28 in W 18 in D 8 in
Fine Antique Chinoiserie Black Lacquer Dressing Mirror c. Late 19th Century
Located in Westfield, MA
A striking late 19th century Chinoiserie black lacquer dressing mirror, this fine example is as much an art object as it is a functional piece. The frame is adorned with delicately h...
Wood
Early 19th Century Plateau Mirror
Located in Copenhagen, K
Plateau mirrors was used on the dining or dressing table, in front of guest of honor, to put flowers or candles on.
Bronze
$1,450
H 29 in W 14.5 in D 8 in
Chinese Carved Painted Wood Dressing Table / Vanity Mirror with Gilt Highlights
Located in Queens, NY
"Chinese (19/20th Century)red painted dressing table mirror with an elaborately shaped carved wood frame with openwork design and raised on a rectangular base Losses on the pinecone...
Metal
Late 19th century carved oak rococo revival vanity mirror
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Late 19th century carved oak rococo revival vanity mirror circa 1890. Rectangular shaped mirror with carved oak frame, supported by a frame of carved swags and leaves. Standing on ...
Mirror, Oak
Sold
H 30.25 in W 31 in D 11 in
Antique English Barley Twist Mirror Gothic Oak Tilting Dresser Vanity Mirror
Located in Tyler, TX
Superb antique English oak Gothic Barley twist tilting / swivel shaving, dresser or vanity beveled mirror~~c. 1880s We can't say enough wonderful things about this exquisitely carved tilting shaving or tabletop vanity mirror~~full of 19th century British charm and character~~a true survivor in outstanding condition Perfect for a vanity table or gentleman's tall dresser~~very "Downton Abbey" ~~Gorgeous base with carved bead and bar accents and acanthus carved feet~~ Thick barley twist posts with vine accents, carved finials and excellent Gothic figural...
Mirror, Oak
Small Giltwood Mirror
Located in Chireno, TX
Small giltwood mirror in neo-gothic style from France. This diminutive 19th century mirror consists of a gilded hand carved wooden frame with its...
Mirror, Giltwood
19th Century Gothic Walnut Vanity or Shaving Mirror, Carved with Angels
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
This is an exquisitely carved piece, it is a dressing table or vanity mirror, the oval mirror sits on a turned and carved round Stand The oval looking glass is set in a profusely ca...
Walnut