Gothic Gueridon
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.
20th Century Spanish Gothic Gueridon
Iron, Wrought Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Gothic Gueridon
Bronze
1890s French Antique Gothic Gueridon
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary European Gothic Gueridon
Marble, Iron
1980s Swedish Vintage Gothic Gueridon
Wood
Mid-20th Century Unknown Gothic Gueridon
Metal
Late 20th Century Unknown Gothic Gueridon
Brass
1960s French Vintage Gothic Gueridon
Rattan
Late 20th Century European Gothic Gueridon
Glass, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Gothic Gueridon
Ceramic
1990s Italian Gothic Gueridon
Marble, Metal
Mid-20th Century French Gothic Gueridon
Wrought Iron
Late 20th Century French Gothic Gueridon
Iron, Wrought Iron
20th Century Spanish Gothic Gueridon
Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf
Early 1900s Italian Antique Gothic Gueridon
Wrought Iron
1880s Italian Antique Gothic Gueridon
Walnut
20th Century Spanish Gothic Gueridon
Metal, Gold Leaf, Iron
20th Century Spanish Gothic Gueridon
Gold Leaf, Wrought Iron, Iron
20th Century Spanish Gothic Gueridon
Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf, Iron
20th Century Spanish Gothic Gueridon
Wrought Iron, Iron
20th Century Spanish Gothic Gueridon
Wrought Iron, Iron
20th Century Spanish Gothic Gueridon
Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf, Iron
20th Century Spanish Gothic Gueridon
Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf, Iron
Early 20th Century French Gothic Gueridon
Iron
Early 20th Century French Gothic Gueridon
Iron