Gothic Vases and Vessels
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.
17th Century French Antique Gothic Vases and Vessels
Stone, Limestone
Late 20th Century American Gothic Vases and Vessels
Iron
Late 18th Century Spanish Antique Gothic Vases and Vessels
Brass, Copper
20th Century French Gothic Vases and Vessels
Brass
Late 19th Century Antique Gothic Vases and Vessels
Brass
18th Century British Antique Gothic Vases and Vessels
Terracotta
1830s Antique Gothic Vases and Vessels
Porcelain
1920s French Vintage Gothic Vases and Vessels
Ceramic
Early 20th Century European Gothic Vases and Vessels
Porcelain
Early 19th Century British Antique Gothic Vases and Vessels
Bronze
16th Century French Antique Gothic Vases and Vessels
Iron
19th Century French Antique Gothic Vases and Vessels
Alabaster, Ormolu
Late 18th Century Spanish Antique Gothic Vases and Vessels
Terracotta
Late 18th Century Chinese Antique Gothic Vases and Vessels
Stoneware
19th Century French Antique Gothic Vases and Vessels
Brass
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Vases and Vessels
Iron
18th Century French Antique Gothic Vases and Vessels
Copper
1880s Swiss Antique Gothic Vases and Vessels
Tin
Mid-20th Century Spanish Gothic Vases and Vessels
Terracotta
Mid-19th Century French Antique Gothic Vases and Vessels
Brass, Wrought Iron
18th Century Spanish Antique Gothic Vases and Vessels
Copper
Early 20th Century Gothic Vases and Vessels
Metal
20th Century French Gothic Vases and Vessels
Majolica
Mid-20th Century Chinese Gothic Vases and Vessels
Clay, Pottery
21st Century and Contemporary French Gothic Vases and Vessels
Stone, Cast Stone, Cement
15th Century and Earlier Spanish Antique Gothic Vases and Vessels
Bronze
Early 1900s English Antique Gothic Vases and Vessels
Brass
Early 20th Century French Gothic Vases and Vessels
Ceramic
Early 19th Century Spanish Antique Gothic Vases and Vessels
Brass
1830s French Antique Gothic Vases and Vessels
Marble, Ormolu, Bronze
19th Century French Antique Gothic Vases and Vessels
Bronze, Ormolu
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Vases and Vessels
Brass
1930s French Vintage Gothic Vases and Vessels
Metal
Mid-19th Century French Antique Gothic Vases and Vessels
Late 18th Century Spanish Antique Gothic Vases and Vessels
Copper, Brass