Gothic Racks and Stands
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.
Early 1900s Antique Gothic Racks and Stands
Brass
Late 20th Century Unknown Gothic Racks and Stands
Iron
20th Century Spanish Gothic Racks and Stands
Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf
Mid-20th Century Gothic Racks and Stands
Wrought Iron
20th Century Spanish Gothic Racks and Stands
Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary American Gothic Racks and Stands
Wicker
1950s Danish Vintage Gothic Racks and Stands
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Gothic Racks and Stands
Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century Japanese Gothic Racks and Stands
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Gothic Racks and Stands
Pine
Early 1900s English Antique Gothic Racks and Stands
Oak
Late 19th Century British Antique Gothic Racks and Stands
Iron
Mid-20th Century Swedish Gothic Racks and Stands
Iron
1930s French Vintage Gothic Racks and Stands
Marble, Wrought Iron
Late 19th Century Antique Gothic Racks and Stands
Iron, Tin
Mid-20th Century Italian Gothic Racks and Stands
Iron
20th Century European Gothic Racks and Stands
Aluminum
1920s Vintage Gothic Racks and Stands
Oak
Late 20th Century American Gothic Racks and Stands
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Gothic Racks and Stands
Brass
Early 20th Century European Gothic Racks and Stands
Early 20th Century Italian Gothic Racks and Stands
Iron
Early 20th Century French Gothic Racks and Stands
Wood