Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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.
Early 20th Century American Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Sterling Silver
1840s Scottish Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Sterling Silver
1890s French Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
1850s British Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Blown Glass
1870s English Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Brass
1870s English Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Brass
1880s English Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Terracotta
Early 20th Century Canadian Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Sterling Silver
1850s English Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Sterling Silver
1920s Vintage Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Silver
19th Century Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Oak
19th Century Austrian Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Brass
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Steel, Wrought Iron
1870s English Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Sterling Silver
1920s English Vintage Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Brass
Early 19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Porcelain
19th Century Austrian Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Brass
1870s English Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Sterling Silver
1850s English Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Sterling Silver
19th Century German Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Porcelain, Oak
Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Brass
Mid-19th Century British Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Porcelain
1880s British Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Pottery
Early 19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Porcelain
20th Century English Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Silver
19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Marble, Metal
Early 1900s American Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Silver
1860s English Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Majolica
Mid-19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Pottery
1910s British Vintage Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Sterling Silver
18th Century Spanish Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Copper
Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Cut Glass
Early 20th Century English Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Porcelain
19th Century British Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Cut Glass, Mahogany
Early 19th Century Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Glass
1970s American Vintage Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Sterling Silver
1940s American Vintage Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Sterling Silver
1950s English Vintage Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Porcelain
Mid-19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Amethyst, Multi-gemstone, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
1890s German Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Ceramic
1850s English Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Porcelain
1870s English Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Brass
1880s English Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Stoneware
1880s English Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Stoneware
1840s English Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Silver Plate
Early 1900s Belgian Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Pottery
Mid-19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Ironstone
Early 1900s English Antique Gothic Revival Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Sterling Silver