Gothic Wall-mounted Sculptures
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.
16th Century French Antique Gothic Wall-mounted Sculptures
Metal, Iron
Early 20th Century Belgian Gothic Wall-mounted Sculptures
Brass, Bronze
19th Century French Antique Gothic Wall-mounted Sculptures
Giltwood
Early 20th Century Belgian Gothic Wall-mounted Sculptures
Bronze
Early 20th Century European Gothic Wall-mounted Sculptures
Bronze
19th Century French Antique Gothic Wall-mounted Sculptures
Oak
19th Century Indonesian Antique Gothic Wall-mounted Sculptures
Wood
Late 18th Century Italian Antique Gothic Wall-mounted Sculptures
Wood
19th Century French Antique Gothic Wall-mounted Sculptures
Iron
1950s American Vintage Gothic Wall-mounted Sculptures
Concrete, Iron
Late 20th Century German Gothic Wall-mounted Sculptures
Antler, Wood
18th Century Spanish Antique Gothic Wall-mounted Sculptures
Iron
19th Century French Antique Gothic Wall-mounted Sculptures
Wood
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Wall-mounted Sculptures
Bronze
Early 20th Century German Gothic Wall-mounted Sculptures
Antler, Wood
Early 20th Century German Gothic Wall-mounted Sculptures
Wood, Antler
Mid-19th Century French Antique Gothic Wall-mounted Sculptures
Wood, Paint
19th Century European Antique Gothic Wall-mounted Sculptures
Bronze
20th Century American Gothic Wall-mounted Sculptures
Metal
Early 20th Century Italian Gothic Wall-mounted Sculptures
Pine
Mid-19th Century French Antique Gothic Wall-mounted Sculptures
Walnut
Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Gothic Wall-mounted Sculptures
Walnut
16th Century Antique Gothic Wall-mounted Sculptures
Oak
Early 20th Century European Gothic Wall-mounted Sculptures
Wire
19th Century European Antique Gothic Wall-mounted Sculptures
Metal
Mid-20th Century English Gothic Wall-mounted Sculptures
Wood
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Wall-mounted Sculptures
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Dutch Gothic Wall-mounted Sculptures
Terracotta
Late 19th Century European Antique Gothic Wall-mounted Sculptures
Nutwood