Gothic More Furniture and Collectibles
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.
15th Century and Earlier French Antique Gothic More Furniture and Collectibles
Parchment Paper
1830s Japanese Antique Gothic More Furniture and Collectibles
Paper
Mid-18th Century German Antique Gothic More Furniture and Collectibles
Leather, Paper
15th Century and Earlier German Antique Gothic More Furniture and Collectibles
Wood, Paint
16th Century Belgian Antique Gothic More Furniture and Collectibles
Gold
Early 19th Century Indian Antique Gothic More Furniture and Collectibles
Paper
1860s Japanese Antique Gothic More Furniture and Collectibles
Paper
17th Century European Antique Gothic More Furniture and Collectibles
Brass, Bronze
1840s Japanese Antique Gothic More Furniture and Collectibles
Paper
1860s Japanese Antique Gothic More Furniture and Collectibles
Paper
20th Century American Gothic More Furniture and Collectibles
Paper
1890s Japanese Antique Gothic More Furniture and Collectibles
Paper
16th Century French Antique Gothic More Furniture and Collectibles
Oak
16th Century German Antique Gothic More Furniture and Collectibles
Metal
15th Century and Earlier French Antique Gothic More Furniture and Collectibles
Parchment Paper
15th Century and Earlier French Antique Gothic More Furniture and Collectibles
Parchment Paper
15th Century and Earlier French Antique Gothic More Furniture and Collectibles
Parchment Paper
15th Century and Earlier French Antique Gothic More Furniture and Collectibles
Parchment Paper
15th Century and Earlier French Antique Gothic More Furniture and Collectibles
Parchment Paper
15th Century and Earlier French Antique Gothic More Furniture and Collectibles
Parchment Paper
15th Century and Earlier French Antique Gothic More Furniture and Collectibles
Parchment Paper
Early 20th Century French Gothic More Furniture and Collectibles
Brass
19th Century French Antique Gothic More Furniture and Collectibles
Silver
15th Century and Earlier French Antique Gothic More Furniture and Collectibles
Parchment Paper
16th Century French Antique Gothic More Furniture and Collectibles
Stone