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Gothic Building and Garden Elements

GOTHIC STYLE

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.

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Style: Gothic
Portuguese 18th Century Carved Stone Column
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A fabulous 18th century, or earlier, carved stone column from Portugal, best described as Gothic or Romanesque in style, using the familiar acanthus motif around the capital. By the ...
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18th Century Portuguese Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Stone

Medieval Gothic French Carved Stone Crowned Gargoyle Panel
Located in Buisson, FR
Original period piece. Extremely rare find. Carved stone gargouille Panel depicting a crowned gargoyle standing on a bird. Gargoyle, a word derived from the French 15th century word ...
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15th Century and Earlier French Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Stone

Spanish Gothic Revival Fireplace Tools Stand in Wrought Iron with Dragon Motif
Located in Barcelona, ES
Stunning Spanish hand forged iron four-piece fireplace tools set stand with scrolls ornamentation, dragon motif and original gold leaf gilt finishing. Spain, 1920s-1930s. This sculpt...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Iron, Wrought Iron

Spanish Gothic Style Dragon Motif Fireplace Tools Set Stand, Black Wrought Iron
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish hand forged iron five-piece fireplace tools set stand with scrolls ornamentation and dragon motifs, wrought iron. Spain, 1920s-1930s. This sculptural tools set hangs on a tri...
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20th Century Spanish Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Iron, Wrought Iron

Monumental Rare Antique Renaissance Revival Gothic Walnut Fireplace Mantel 11 FT
Located in Dayton, OH
Very large and exceedingly rare English Renaissance Revival fireplace mantel, circa 1860s. Made of hand carved walnut featuring a gothic cathedral design. The fireplace portion is ...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Walnut

Early 1900 Hand Carved Marble Statue / Sculpture of Mother Mary w. Cross Book
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautiful antique and all handcrafted, solid Carrara marble sculpture. This rare work of religious art is entirely hand carved out of white marble. We are not certain, but we feel t...
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Early 20th Century Italian Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Carrara Marble, Marble

Fireplace Tools Stand in Gilt Wrought Iron with Dragon Motif, Spain, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish hand forged iron four-piece fireplace tools set stand with scrolls ornamentation, dragon motif and gilt patinated finish. Spain, 1940s. This sculptural tools set hangs on a t...
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20th Century Spanish Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Iron, Wrought Iron

19th Century English Gothic Stone Fireplace Mantel
Located in London, GB
An antique English limestone fireplace from the 19th century in the Gothic manner. The columns supporting large carved brackets, in turn supportin...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Stone

Pair Of 19th Century Church Doors
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
This pair of 19th century church doors date back to circa 1850. Made of sturdy English oak, these large scale doors are of exceptional quality. Ornate iron hinges with a floral them...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Wood, Oak

French Gothic Arms Fireback
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
French Gothic fireback reproduction. With decorations in the style of the early days of casting firebacks. 20th century. The fireback has a black / pewter color. The fireback is in ...
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20th Century French Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Gothic Style Arts Crafts Carved Oak Fire Mantel
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A beautiful late 19th century gothic style art and crafts period oak fireplace, handcarved with ornate decoration throughout. Finished with wax, this antique oak fireplace is a han...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Oak

Hand-Carved Gothic Stone Spire, Late 19th Century, United States
Located in Hudson, NY
Very well detailed and proportioned, carved Stone architectural spire of the gothic style. Made during the last quarter of the 19th century, origin is unknown. The carved detailing a...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Stone

Antique Reclaimed Neo-Gothic Carved Tan Marble Mantel
Located in New York, NY
This Neo-Gothic marble mantel was reclaimed from a NYC townhouse in the Upper West Side near Central Park. This striking mantel draws clear inspiration f...
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Early 20th Century Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

French Gothic Andirons or Firedogs, 17th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th century French andirons made of wrought iron. The style of the andirons is Gothic. The andirons have spit hooks to grill food. They are in a good condition.
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17th Century French Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Rare Monumental Italian Carved Carrara Marble Model of a Cathedral
Located in Queens, NY
A Rare and Monumental Italian Carved Carrara Marble Model of a Cathedral, Rome, 19th century, circa 1840. Possibly a representation of Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore in Florence Italy. The Italian Renaissance is renowned for its magnificent works of art and architecture, which are admired to this day for their grandeur and intricate details. Among the most impressive examples of this era are the rare and monumental carved Carrara marble models of cathedrals...
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19th Century Italian Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Carrara Marble

Late 19th Century Wooden Door with Gothic Style Arch Detail
Located in Atlanta, GA
Late 19th Century Wooden Door with Gothic Style Arch Detail
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19th Century Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Wood

19th Century Gothic Arched Door
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A 19th century gothic arched door, crafted from English oak. Dating back to circa 1820, this Victorian door comes on its original substantial iron hinges. The original ornate latch i...
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Early 19th Century English Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Wood, Oak

Pair of Wrought Iron Dragon Andirons
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice and unusual pair of andirons representing dragons are made of wrought iron. This is a French work. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Antique Gothic Solid Oak Wine Seller Door with Original Wrought Iron Hardware
Located in Doha, QA
An exceptionally rare and authentic 14th-century or earlier Gothic French oak door, originating from a medieval French castle in the Côtes du Rhône -wine region of south of France. C...
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15th Century and Earlier French Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Iron, Wrought Iron

Dutch Gothic Oak and Giltwood Steeple
Located in Queens, NY
Dutch Gothic style (19th Century) oak and gilt filigree carved 4 section steeple (Provenance: a Dutch church 108 Utrechtsestraat St., Amsterdam).
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19th Century Dutch Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Oak

Fence Door Pediment / Wall Decoration in Wrought Iron, Spain 1930s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Antique spanish door fence pediment / crest in iron, hand forged, Spain, Early 20th century. This eye-catching wall fence was entirely made by hand in forged iron. A master work of t...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Iron, Wrought Iron

Tall Antique Arched External Oak Door for Glazing
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A tall antique arched external oak door for glazing dating to circa 1900, sourced from a grade II listed building in Bristol’s old city. In Victorian and gothic styles, it is beauti...
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Early 20th Century English Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Wood, Oak

1950 s Italian Gothic Dragon Andirons
Located in New York, NY
Unique pair of large 1960's Italian Gothic Dragons andirons, in vintage original condition with minor wear and patina due to age and use, amazing craft...
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1960s Italian Vintage Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

French 18th Century Forged Iron Andirons
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A towering pair of 18th century French forged, wrought iron andiron-chenets to watch over the hearth. They include a small basket at the top for warming, the rim impressed with a geo...
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18th Century French Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Iron, Wrought Iron

Large Antique Gothic Arched Oak Door
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large antique unusual Gothic arched oak exterior door, reclaimed from St Edith's church, Eaton Under Heywood. At over 170 years old, this exceptional door has kept its good qualit...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron

Arched Gothic Oak Cathedral Door
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Sourced from a cathedral in the south west of England, this arched gothic front door dates from the mid 1800s. On the front, it features vertical oak...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Iron, Wrought Iron

A Small Gothic Revival Cast Iron Fender with Pierced Trefoil Decoration
Located in London, GB
A Small Gothic Revival Cast Iron Fender with pierced trefoil and pointed arch decoration to the front and sides, a row of decorative arches with fleur-de-lys motifs, and a castellate...
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20th Century British Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

16th Century oak carved Gothic Panel, Belgium
Located in Meulebeke, BE
16th century / Belgium / Letter Panel / Oak / Gothic A finely carved Gothic oak panel from 16th-century France. This architectural fragment features graceful vertical fluting framed...
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16th Century Belgian Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Oak

Beautiful 17th Century French Fireplace Trammel or Hanger
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Beautiful 17th century French fireplace trammel made of wrought iron. The trammel was used for cooking to regulate the distance between the pots and the fire. The height is the l...
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17th Century French Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Antique Gothic Fire Screen w. Handpainted Earth Angle, Saints and Carved Knights
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning firescreen with a famous earth angle, two famous saint paintings and more. With meaningful 'religious art' from centuries-past being one of our specialities we were amazed, not only to find this rare and marvelous fire screen, but also because of its excellent condition. But then again, we think we see that more often, because true beauty, quality and meaningful antiques radiate something that was already there when it was created. This 'something' commands respect and this is why most people take very good care of very special pieces. Since much of what we know now about Christianity and about monastic life in its various 'forms' was given shape since the life of Christ, but possibly mostly so in Gothic / Medieval times, much of this is expressed in European Gothic Art of the past circa 8 centuries. This rare and beautiful fire screen from the early 1800s, which can also be used as a small room divider or a unique work of (decorative) art, is one of those unique Gothic antiques. The hand-carved knight sculptures are 'fun' and meaningful at the same time, because one of them looks a little desperate and the other looks more at piece and in prayer. The hand-carved winged angel in the middle/ on top seems to be overlooking this 'Gesamtkunstwerk'. What makes this antique really stand out and what also makes it complete are the three hand-painted panels inside this screen. Each of the figures portrayed here have dedicated their lifes to doing good, giving love and hope and thus healing people. In the centre is a glorious painting (in medieval style) of Earth Angel St. Raphael and the boy Tobias. The lady Saint on the right, we feel, is Elizabeth of Hungary (1207-1231) and the Saint on the left, we feel, is either Francis de Sales...
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Early 19th Century European Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Oak, Paint

Hand Forged French Gothic Andirons or Firedogs, 17th Century Period
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th Century French Gothic Period andirons made of hand forged wrought iron. With cups to keep drinks or soup warm. Also with spit hooks at different heights for grilling food. The ...
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17th Century French Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Antique Gothic Oak Church Door
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An enchanting tall arched oak door replicating something out of an ancient castle or English church. Beautifully weathered by the ages and displaying ornate iron hinge embellishment...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron

French Gothic Fireplace Grate or Fire Basket, 15th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
15th century French Gothic fire grate. Made of beautifully cast iron as well as wrought iron. The total width of the front of the grate is 66.5 cm (2...
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15th Century and Earlier French Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Iron, Wrought Iron

Large Unglazed Gothic Antique Arched Door
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Standing at almost 3m tall, this huge unglazed antique gothic door dates from the early 19th century. Purportedly, it was taken from Rugby School i...
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Early 19th Century Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Pine

18th Century Italian Antique Wall Fontana Verona
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique Italian wall mounted fountain basin in a late Gothic style with central sun in low relief or "bas relief" on a detailed pedestal in Rosso Verona marble with patina. Minor ...
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18th Century Italian Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

16th Century oak carved Gothic Panel, Belgium
Located in Meulebeke, BE
16th century / Belgium / Letter Panel / Oak / Gothic A finely carved Gothic oak panel from 16th-century France. This architectural fragment features graceful vertical fluting framed...
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16th Century Belgian Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Oak

16th Century oak carved Gothic Panel, France
Located in Meulebeke, BE
16th century / Belgium / Letter Panel / Oak / Gothic A finely carved Gothic oak panel from 16th-century France. This architectural fragment features graceful vertical fluting framed...
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16th Century Belgian Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Oak

16th Century oak carved Gothic Panel, Belgium
Located in Meulebeke, BE
16th century / Belgium / Letter Panel / Oak / Gothic A finely carved Gothic oak panel from 16th-century France. This architectural fragment features graceful vertical fluting framed...
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16th Century Belgian Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Oak

Gothic Style Religious Theme Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Gothic Style German fireback depicting a religious theme. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a black / pewter color. The fireback is in a good condition and does not have cracks.
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20th Century German Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Rare Gothic Castle Limestone Chimney Mantle Chateau Fireplace Hand Carved Stone
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rare Gothic Castle Limestone Chimney Mantle Chateau Fireplace Hand Carved Stone . A real museum / Chateau mantel fireplace piece. Perfect for a Rustic ...
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15th Century and Earlier French Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Stone, Limestone

Large Gothic Lion’s Mask Iron Door Knocker This is a superb door knocker
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Large Gothic Lion’s Mask Iron Door Knocker This is a superb door knocker, the handsome Lion’s Head is at the centre and the heavy outer ring lifts and lands on the striking plate...
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Mid-20th Century Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Rare Reclaimed Italian Limestone Fireplace Mantel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
This limestone mantel is one of twelve fireplace mantels that we've recently acquired from a chateau-like mansion in Italy. All twelve rare mantels were intricately hand carved by ...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Limestone

English Renaissance Carved Oak Paneled Room
Located in Queens, NY
English Renaissance (Tudor-16th Century) oak carved linen fold design paneled room with a mantle, overmantle carving and a Pair of spindle design open doo...
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16th Century British Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Oak

15 Inch English Patinated Iron Gargoyle Door Knocker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An English Solid Iron Door Knocker displaying an ominous Gargoyle. The piece is very large at 15" tall and also has a very good weight at 7 pounds. Definitely a substantial stateme...
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19th Century English Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

French Gothic Andirons or Firedogs, Gothic Period, 17th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th century French andirons made of wrought iron. The andirons have spit hooks to grill food. They are in good condition.
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17th Century French Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

A Rare English Gothic Style Highly Carved Walnut Polychromed Fire-Place C.1860
Located in Tarzana, CA
A Rare English Gothic Style Highly Carved Walnut & Polychromed Fire-Place Carved with precision by the most gifted carpenters in the 19th century. This fire place was made for the ...
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19th Century British Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Walnut

16th Century oak carved Gothic Panel, Belgium
Located in Meulebeke, BE
16th century / Belgium / Letter Panel / Oak / Gothic A finely carved Gothic oak panel from 16th-century France. This architectural fragment features graceful vertical fluting framed...
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16th Century Belgian Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Oak

STUNNiNG PAIR OF GOTHIC REVIVAL EXTRA LARGE HAND CARVED WOODEN PLANTERS 72X60CM
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of very large Antique Gothic Revival style hand carved planters Please note the delivery...
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20th Century English Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Hardwood

Antique French Gothic Andirons or Firedogs, 17th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th century French andirons made of wrought iron. The style of the andirons is gothic. The andirons have spit hooks to grill food. They are in a good condition.
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17th Century French Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

17th Century French Gothic Period Andirons or Firedogs
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th Century French Gothic Period Firedogs or Andirons. Made of cast iron. The andirons are in good condition and are fully functional. With spit hooks to grill food and a cup to k...
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17th Century French Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Austin Seeley Antique Armillary Sundial
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An impressive antique sundial pairing a mid 19th century gothic style stone pedestal by Austin and Seeley (unsigned) circa 1840, with a 20th century s...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Stone, Composition, Metal, Steel

Early 18th Century French Gothic Period Andirons or Firedogs
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Early 18th century French Gothic period andirons made of wrought iron. The andirons are in a good condition and are fit for use in the fireplace.
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Early 18th Century French Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

17th c. Square Gothic Fire Grate
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Wrought iron Gothic fire grate, gorgeous patina.
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18th Century and Earlier Dutch Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Antique French Andirons or Firedogs, 18th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th century, French Gothic style fire dogs made of wrought iron. The andirons have spit hooks. They are in a good condition.  
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18th Century French Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

17th Century French Gothic Andirons or Firedogs
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th century French andirons made of wrought iron. The style of the andirons is Gothic. The andirons have spit hooks to grill food. They have a natural brown patina. The condition is...
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17th Century French Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Period Gothic Oak Trunk or Chest Façade from Picardie France, circa 1550
Located in Dallas, TX
Often when centuries-old trunks did not survive the passage of time, 19th-century menuisiers (French woodworkers) would salvage the surviving wood and carve new furniture such as desks and similar trunks. The facade was typically the most ornate section of these antique trunks, making intact frontages highly valued antiques. Hand-carved from oak in Picardie, France, circa 1550, this period Gothic architectural is a beautiful example of an antique trunk facade that was not incorporated into a more recent furnishing. Picardie is a former administrative region in northern France that is home to many Gothic cathedrals. The Amiens Cathedral (mid-13th century) is the largest standing cathedral in Europe and is truly a masterpiece of Gothic architecture. Our trunk frontage has five vertically oriented inset panels embellished with various forms of Gothic tracery, including high-arching niches...
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16th Century French Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Metal, Iron

French Gothic Andirons or Firedogs, 17th-18th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th-18th century French andirons made of cast iron. The style of the andirons is Gothic. The andirons have spit hooks to grill food and a cup to keep drinks warm. They are in a good...
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Early 18th Century French Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Pair of Gothic Style Fire Tools
Located in Southall, GB
A 19th century set of Gothic Style fire tools handmade with decorative weaved handles. On original gothic stand, complete with fire tongs, shovel, brush and poker.  
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19th Century English Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Tall Antique Gothic Arched Oak Door
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A tall antique gothic arched oak door dating to circa 1900, sourced from a grade II listed building in Bristol’s old city. Once used in an established gentlemen’s club, the text 'Ge...
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Early 20th Century English Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Wood, Oak

17th-18th Century French Gothic Andirons or Firedogs
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th-18th century French andirons made of wrought iron. The style of the andirons is gothic. The andirons have spit hooks to grill food. They have a natural brown patina. Upon reques...
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Early 18th Century French Antique Gothic Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Gothic building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Gothic building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage building and garden elements created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, decorative objects, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, iron and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Gothic building and garden elements made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and United Kingdom pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original building and garden elements, popular names associated with this style include Arthur Umanoff, Maitland Smith, P.&F. Corbin Company, and Yale Towne Manufacturing Co.. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for building and garden elements differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $180 and tops out at $275,000 while the average work can sell for $1,433.