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.
Fine Gothic Painting / 2nd Station Crucifixion, Jesus Takes Up His Cross
Located in Lisse, NL
Another stunning hand-painted oil on canvas work of religious art. This antique oil painting was first hand-painted on canvas and later mounted onto a zinc backplate .. a traditiona...
Iron, Zinc
Husk, a Biro, Watercolor and Gouache Painting by Jeremy Hush, 2013
By Jeremy Hush
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Husk. A biro, watercolor, gouache painting. Sight size: cm 5 in. x 19 in. Frame size: cm 11 in. x 25 in. Jeremy Hush - a long time punk and heavy metal scene illustrator l...
Paper
Entangled, a Biro, Watercolor and Gouache Painting by Jeremy Hush, 2012
By Jeremy Hush
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Entangled. A biro, watercolor, gouache painting. Sight size: circa 16 in. x 20 in. Frame size: circa 25 in. x 29 in. Signed lower left. Jeremy Hush - a long time Punk ...
Paper
Oil on Panel Depicting Saint Geneviève, Early 20th Century, Gothic Frame
Located in NANTES, FR
**Oil on Panel Depicting Saint Geneviève, Early 20th Century, Gothic Frame, de Chavannes – A5756** The work is well executed and finely detailed. It dates from the early 20th centur...
Wood, Paper
Pair of Hand-Painted Gothic Revival Wall Plaques, 19th Century, Wood
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of English Gothic Revival style (19th Cent) painted and gilt trimmed wall plaques with religious scene in arched top upholstered frame.
Wood
Pair of Male Portraits "Gothic Revival" Oil on Canvas from the 1800s
Located in Cesena, FC
Pair of male portraits "gothic revival" Male portrait "Man with hat" oil on canvas 154 x 85 cm in pendant with male portrait "Man with sword and armo...
Canvas
Portrait of a Gallic warrior, C.L. LESSING (1808-1880)
Located in PARIS, FR
Oil on canvas depicting a Gallic warrior wearing a crown of flowers, or a druid? German Romantic school attributed to Carl Friedrich LESSING (1808-1880) Painter of history and lands...
Canvas
Van Gogh His Life and Works in 500 Images Hardcover Book
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Van Gogh: His Life and Works in 500 Images Book by Michael Howard and Vincent van Gogh. "Contains a detailed exploration of Van Gogh's life, including his background, early career,...
Paper
$1,393
H 16.5 in W 14.3 in D 11 in
Antique Hand Carved Gothic Revival Wall Bracket or Shelf for a Saint Statue
Located in Lisse, NL
Good size and great looking Gothic Revival bracket for displaying a statuette. This Gothic console for wall mounting dates from the early 1900s and it has the most timeless design a...
Metal
$975 / set
H 15 in W 9 in D 1 in
Pair of 19th Century English Minton Framed Painted Ceramic Wall Plaques
By Minton
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in England circa 1880, and set in the original carved oak frames, each plaque is hand painted and stamped on the back Minton, London, England. Each porcelain, signed by the a...
Ceramic, Oak
$525
H 16.54 in W 20.48 in D 1.19 in
Painting of a boat scene, oil on panel, signed, France, early 20th century
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Early 20th-century French painting, oil on panel, depicting a lively riverside scene. The composition features a village with southern-style architecture, bordered by calm waters whe...
Wood, Paint
$3,500 / set
H 71 in W 28.25 in D 1 in
Pair of Late 19th Century Painted Decorative Italian Wall Panels
Located in Round Top, TX
A very lovely pair of late 19th century painted decorative wall panels, Italian circa 1900. Charming romantic scenes painted on dense paper. These panels will be a delightful ornam...
Paper
$494Sale Price|20% Off
H 37.21 in W 44.49 in D 3.94 in
20th Century Oil Painting Depicting a Landscape
Located in Opole, PL
We present you a big oil canvas depicting a landscape. All kept in the brown-beige color tone. The painting is signed (the signature is unidentified). It is closed in a profiled w...
Canvas, Wood
$3,267
H 35.5 in W 18.5 in D 9.3 in
Architectural Gothic Revival Oak Wall Cabinet with Heraldic Carving
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning and top quality carved Gothic cabinet from the late 1800s. An exceptionally refined wall-mounted cabinet in richly patinated oak, executed in a late 19th-century Gothic Rev...
Brass
Large Oil on Canvas Painting, Unknown Danish Artist, Late 1800s
Located in Odense, DK
This oil on canvas painting by an unknown Danish artist, made in the late 19th century, is a striking and evocative work of art. The painting depicts a naked woman posing. The use of...
Canvas
Roman Carved Marble Torso in Military Dress, circa 2nd-3rd Century
Located in Austin, TX
A well carved Roman marble figure of a male in military dress, late Roman Period, circa 2nd-3rd century. The figure portrayed dressed in military att...
Marble
$5,000
H 11.5 in W 8.5 in D 0.5 in
19th Century Hand-Painted Porcelain Plaque, "Flora" after Titian Signed by Rau
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Antique hand-painted porcelain plaque, "Flora" after Titian signed by Rau. This beautifully executed 19th century porcelain plaque has been hand-painted with a luminous version of Renaissance painter Tiziano Vecellio's famous oil painting...
Porcelain, Wood
American 19th c. Oil Portrait of a Gentleman, c.1800s
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT A 19th century oil portrait on canvas of a gentleman. Unsigned. CREATOR Unknown. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1800s. MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Oil on Canvas. Unframed. ...
Wood, Paint
$2,450
H 24 in W 30 in D 1.25 in
Italian Abstract Expressionist Painting by Ugo Sterpini, Signed and Dated 1958
Located in Stamford, CT
Ugo Sterpini (Italian, 1927-2000) ''La Lotta Sulla Duna" (The Battle On The Dune). Mixed media on canvas, signed and dated ''58'' lower right, signed, tit...
Canvas
Pair of Venetian Theatrical Oil Paintings By Sergio Boldrin
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Enchanting pair of Venetian oil paintings on canvas, ingeniously molded in theatrical form, and executed in an old world technique, depicting moments from a play titled "La Bottega Del Mascareri" with the front row audience and framed in modern gilt borders with theatrical masks. Signed on the backs "Teatro Venezia 99 Sergio Boldrin."
Paint
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H 61.42 in W 29.14 in D 1.97 in
Richly decorated neo-gothic frame with colored photo of a school director, Belgi
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 1925 / Neo-gothic frame with colored photo / neo-gothic An exquisite wooden neo-gothic frame with the photo of a priest and the head of a school for arts and crafts. Made ...
Wood
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H 30 in W 14.5 in D 1 in
Fine Gothic Painting / 11th Station Crucifixion, Jesus is Nailed to the Cross
Located in Lisse, NL
Another stunning, hand painted, oil on canvas, work of religious art. This antique oil painting was first hand painted on canvas and later glued to a zinc backplate which is one wa...
Zinc, Iron
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H 29.1 in W 13.1 in D 1.9 in
Antique Painting of Holy Mary & Child after Nicolo Barabino in Oak Gothic Frame
Located in Lisse, NL
Symbolic and meaningful work of religious art with original label on the back. Framed oil on wooden panel, Madonna and child, after Italian Nicolo Barabino (1833-1891). The original...
Wood, Paint, Oak
Hand Painted Italian Majolica Wall Plate
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a large decorating Italian Majolica Wall Plate. It is a round plate with scalloped yellow and brown borders. It is depicting a big ...
Clay
English or Continental Gothic Revival Rubbing of Knight and Lady
Located in Lomita, CA
A Gothic Revival style engraved brass rubbing, English or Continental, from the 19th Century. This is a beautiful piece with two figures who are dressed in elaborate clothing reserve...
Silk
19th Century Oil Painting of Jesus Christ on the Cross
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
19th century oil painting on canvas depicting Jesus Christ on the cross. It is a very atmospheric painting, Jesus stands in the light, agains...
Canvas, Pine, Paint
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H 30.5 in W 14.5 in D 1 in
Gothic Painting / 8th Station Crucifixion, Jesus and the Daughters of Jerusalem
Located in Lisse, NL
Another stunning, hand painted, oil on canvas, work of religious art. This antique oil painting was first hand painted on canvas and later glued to a zinc backplate which is one ...
Zinc
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H 65.8 in W 54.2 in D 3 in
Huge Gothic Art Painting from Holy Family by Lou Asperslagh in Stylish Oak Frame
Located in Lisse, NL
Great monastery attic find. Sometimes when there are not enough monks left to keep a monastery open, they close up forever and the works of religious art get sold. Via one of our co...
Oak, Paint
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H 5.31 in W 3.35 in D 2.75 in
Antique Pair of Gilt Brass Gothic Photo Frames with Miniature Saint Paintings
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautifully hand painted female saints on porcelain, mid-19th century. If you were to spend the rest of your week looking for 19th century, Gothic photo ...
Brass
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H 31 in W 14.5 in D 1 in
Gothic Painting / Tenth Station Crucifixion 'Jesus is stripped of His garments'
Located in Lisse, NL
Another stunning, hand painted, oil on canvas, work of religious art. This antique oil painting was first hand painted on canvas and later glued to a zinc backplate which is one wa...
Zinc
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H 33.1 in W 10.9 in D 0.39 in
Four Antique Hand Painted & Gilt Wooden Church Panel Paintings of Famous Saints
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare and beautiful quality, hand painted saints from circa 1900. When you are decorating a home, monastery or church then there is nothing better than using authentic antique religious art. This group of four saints consists of Saint Elizabeth, Saint Ignatius...
Oak, Paint