Gothic Revival Footstools
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.
19th Century British Antique Gothic Revival Footstools
Oak
1970s Dutch Vintage Gothic Revival Footstools
Oak
Early 20th Century English Gothic Revival Footstools
Upholstery, Walnut, Paint
21st Century and Contemporary English Gothic Revival Footstools
Wood
19th Century Irish Antique Gothic Revival Footstools
Brass
1960s French Vintage Gothic Revival Footstools
Wood
19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Footstools
Mahogany
19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Footstools
Burlap, Wood, Walnut
1970s Unknown Vintage Gothic Revival Footstools
Wood, Wool
Mid-20th Century Polish Gothic Revival Footstools
Velvet
2010s Brazilian Gothic Revival Footstools
Leather, Hardwood, Fiberglass, Upholstery, Textile
2010s Mexican Gothic Revival Footstools
Wood, Hardwood, Oak
20th Century Indian Gothic Revival Footstools
Cotton, Silk, Wood
1920s Dutch Vintage Gothic Revival Footstools
Velvet, Birch
1950s Italian Vintage Gothic Revival Footstools
Brass
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Footstools
Oak
Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Footstools
Mahogany