Gothic Paintings
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.
19th Century Italian Antique Gothic Paintings
Giltwood
16th Century Italian Antique Gothic Paintings
Paint
Mid-20th Century German Gothic Paintings
Wood
Mid-20th Century German Gothic Paintings
Wood
Mid-20th Century German Gothic Paintings
Wood
19th Century British Antique Gothic Paintings
Canvas
1930s American Vintage Gothic Paintings
Masonite
1910s Austrian Vintage Gothic Paintings
Porcelain
20th Century Czech Gothic Paintings
Leather, Canvas, Wood, Paint
16th Century Italian Antique Gothic Paintings
Paint
19th Century Russian Antique Gothic Paintings
Brass
19th Century French Antique Gothic Paintings
Canvas, Giltwood
19th Century English Antique Gothic Paintings
Canvas, Giltwood, Paint
19th Century Russian Antique Gothic Paintings
Wood
17th Century European Antique Gothic Paintings
Copper
Mid-19th Century British Antique Gothic Paintings
Paint
19th Century Russian Antique Gothic Paintings
Wood, Paint
Late 19th Century American Antique Gothic Paintings
Canvas, Paint, Giltwood
1830s Antique Gothic Paintings
Paint
Mid-20th Century Unknown Gothic Paintings
Linen, Plaster, Wood, Paint, Canvas
1970s Ethiopian Vintage Gothic Paintings
Canvas
19th Century Italian Antique Gothic Paintings
Copper
1880s Austrian Antique Gothic Paintings
Feathers
16th Century Italian Antique Gothic Paintings
Paint
16th Century Dutch Antique Gothic Paintings
Paint
Early 18th Century Greek Antique Gothic Paintings
Paint
1690s Italian Antique Gothic Paintings
Paint
16th Century Spanish Antique Gothic Paintings
Paint
16th Century Italian Antique Gothic Paintings
Paint
16th Century Belgian Antique Gothic Paintings
Copper
Early 1900s Italian Antique Gothic Paintings
Canvas
Mid-20th Century French Gothic Paintings
Copper
16th Century Spanish Antique Gothic Paintings
Wood
1890s Italian Antique Gothic Paintings
Stainless Steel, Other
Late 20th Century European Gothic Paintings
Paper