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.
Neo-Gothic Oak Church Spire - Antique Architectural Sculpture
Located in Chicago, IL
Carved wooden Gothic spire, likely an architectural fragment from an ecclesiastical context. Rising from a square base, the structure tapers vertically into a slender spire, emphasiz...
Oak, Paint
Gothic Revival Cast Aluminum Architectural Window Panel or Scrolled Wall Hanging
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Gothic Revival style architectural cast aluminum decorative window panel or scroll grate wall hanging with baked textured paint finish. Beautiful condition, keeping ...
Aluminum
Pair of antique wood carved Gothic Revival architectural Columns
Located in Leesburg, VA
Pair of antique wood carved Gothic Revival architectural Columns Anonymous 19th century; Belgium or Netherlands Wood Approximate size: 41.75 (h) x 11.75 (w) x 11.75 (d) in. An exceptional pair of tall and intricate hand carved vintage wooden 19th century church columns...
Wood
Pair of Handcrafted Gothic Revival Copper Hinges with Thistle Decoration
Located in London, GB
A pair of handcrafted solid copper Gothic Revival hinges with thistle and hand chased decoration.
Copper
Pair of Old Oak Church Altars in the Neo-Gothic Style
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Pair of antique Neo-Gothic style oak church altars.
Oak
Set of Four Monumental Neo-Gothic Confessionals in Oak
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
A group of four antique confessionals in Neo-Gothic style, made of oak.
Wood, Oak
Lacquered wood paneling paneling composed of three parts, italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Important lacquered and carved wood paneling in neo-Gothic style. It consists of three parts and is characterized by an elegant horizontal development marked by a theory of neo-Gothi...
Poplar
Good Pair of Gothic Revival Cast Iron Hinges
Located in London, GB
A good pair of Gothic Revival cast iron hinges. They have been bead blasted to remove all old paint and rust and specially painted with powder paint formu...
Iron
$100,000Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Hand Carved Stone Wellhead Cistern Basin Antique Fountain Focal Point LA CA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rare hand carved stone Wellhead cistern Basin Antique Fountain Focal point LA CA. 19th Century Neogothic Water Wellhead hand carved stone planter Basin ...
Stone, Limestone, Iron, Wrought Iron
Pair of English Gothic Architectural Giltwood Mirrors ~9 feet tall
Located in Hanover, MA
Truly extraordinary pair of English 19th century Gothic Revival architectural mirrors, nearly 9 feet tall. In the manner of Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin (aka God's Architect). I bought these for myself to use in my London flat...
Gesso, Wood, Mirror
$3,750Sale Price|44% Off
Large Belgian Neo-Gothic Painted and Giltwood Architectural Element
Located in San Francisco, CA
Of Neo-gothic style and large scale with a protruding cornice carved with a meandering foliate vine; above an openwork body with trefoil and quatrefoil pierced reserves over a pointe...
Wood
Gothic Revival Cast Iron Gate with Both Side Railings and Geometric Decoration
Located in London, GB
George Smith and Co. The Sun Foundry, Glasgow, attributed. A Gothic Revival cast iron gate with both side railings in the style of Dr C Dresser with all-over Geometric decoration. Re...
Iron
Marble Pinnacle/Spire, Architectural Feature from an Irish Cathedral
Located in Katonah, NY
A carved marble pinnacle, or spire, of hexagonal tapered form, ornamented with a plethora of curled-leaf embellishments termed crockets, the whole topped with a pineapple finial. In ...
Marble
19th Century Wrought and Cast Iron Illuminated Neo-Gothic Overdoor
Located in Hastings, GB
One of the most outstanding pieces of ironwork we have ever seen, truly a one off spectacular mid-19th century iron overdoor, sourced from a Scottish estate this bespoke overdoor exp...
Wrought Iron
Polychromed Neo-Gothic Finial, Giltwood, Belgium, Circa 1800
Located in New York, NY
A hardwood polychromed architectural finial from Belgium. Circa 1800, possibly earlier. Intricately hand-carved and decorated in typical neo-gothic fashion, the outside is finished...
Hardwood
$10,700 / set
Architectural Finials
Located in Washington, DC
These are very nice pair of architectural finials made of resin. These were made for theater work. Very decorative items could be used in doors ...
Resin
Arch Top Fire Back, Crown, Shield, Cross and Lions
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Arch Top Fire Back, Crown, Shield, Cross and Lions The fire back has a large shield in the centre this has a Celtic Cross and a crown over the top with a rampant Lion on either side...
Iron
Pair of French Bronze Curtain Tiebacks, Early 20th Century
Located in Barntrup, DE
Elegant pair of French bronze curtain tiebacks dating from the early 20th century, featuring gracefully curved arms and decorative architectural detailing with subtle Gothic Revival ...
Bronze
Weathered Wall Bracket, carved with Shell Decoration This is a well weathered p
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Weathered Wall Bracket, carved with Shell Decoration This is a well weathered piece, the bracket is made in hard plaster with a very worn gilt finish It is in generally good conditi...
Plaster
Winged Angel Wall Bracket, Weathered Plaster, 19th Century Gothic
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Winged Angel, Weathered Wall Bracket This is a well weathered piece, the bracket is made in hard plaster with a very worn gilt finish It is in generally good condition with a weathe...
Plaster
Fine Gothic Revival Statuary Marble Fireplace Mantel
Located in London, GB
A fine quality Gothic Revival fireplace carved in statuary marble. The spandrels with finely carved holly and berries. Octagonal suspended capitals under moulded shelf. The centre wi...
Statuary Marble
A.W.N. Pugin, A pair of Early Gothic Revival Cast Iron Garden Bench Ends
By Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin
Located in London, GB
A rare pair of early Gothic Revival cast iron garden bench ends designed by A.W.N. Pugin with foliage details which is slightly obscured at the moment due...
Iron
$2,596Sale Price / set|20% Off
18th Century Pair of Portal Ornaments
Located in Casteren, NL
Pair of angel ornaments. Each angels hold a shield which can be engraved. Beautiful pair made in France, circa 1800.
Stone
19th Century English Victorian Gothic Revival Rainwater Hopper
Located in Forney, TX
An impressive English Victorian Gothic Revival cast iron rainwater hopper, the architectural salvaged building element originating from a late 19th ce...
Iron
Gothic Pugin Gilt Carved Elements From the House of Lords Chamber Ceiling
By Pugin
Located in Lowestoft, GB
From Pugin’s roof a collection of carved elements from the House of Lords chamber ceiling restoration in the January of 1981. These have been recently acquired directly from a perso...
Pine
Large Shaped Cast Iron Firegrate
Located in London, GB
A polished cast iron firebasket with bowl front, shaped front bars and shaped feet below. Substantial burning area and would be well suited to burning large logs and coals, English, ...
Iron
$810Sale Price|40% Off
H 15.5 in W 31.5 in D 3.25 in
Pair of Mid-19th Century Greek Revival Cast Iron Scrolled Balcony Brackets
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A pair of cast iron architectural balcony brackets of impressive weight and delicate design. English or American, c. 1830.
Iron
Antique Architectural Wood Pedestal Plinth, 2 Available
Located in Sheffield, MA
The very rustic antique wooden column plinth, pedestal or base in the classical style can be used as side table, end table or pedestal for either...
Wood
$10,413
H 46 in W 70.9 in D 30.5 in
Gothic Revival Oak Fireplace Mantel with Carved Church Window Panels & Guards
Located in Lisse, NL
Wonderful Gothic Revival fire-place mantle surround with an amazing presence and patina. If you like Gothic Revival furniture then we are certain you will like this quality made and quality carved, antique Gothic mantle...
Wood, Oak
$19,473
H 99.22 in W 82.68 in D 19.69 in
French Architectural Mid Century "Brise De Soleil" Aluminum Panel by Jean Prouvé
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Stockholm, SE
A very rare and large free standing decorative French mid century aluminium "Brise De Soleil" sun shutter panel on metal feet designed by Jean Prouvé and produced by the Ateliers Jea...
Aluminum
Antique Carved Wood Overdoor Architectural Element
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1844 Antique carved wood overdoor architectural panel
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Cast Stone Architectural Panels, a Pair
Located in Morristown, NJ
20th C., cast stone panels with attractive patina. The panels could be used outdoors or for interior decoration. The back side of the panels have metal wall mounts. Dimensions: 6...
Cast Stone, Metal
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...
Oak
Neo-Gothic Flemish hand carved panel in solid oak, ca. 1850
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 1850 / panel / oak / Neo-Gothic / Antique Highly decorative 19th century Flemish panel with hand carved Neo-Gothic decorations in oak. The panel consist of four rectangle ...
Oak
$9,895Sale Price / set|46% Off
H 68.75 in W 55.25 in D 26.5 in
Pair of Tall French 19th Century Gothic Revival Style Carved Oak Church Pedestal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A large pair of tall French 19th century Gothic Revival style carved oak and parcel-gilt Church pedestal stands. The slender body stands, each centred ...
Gold Leaf
$552Sale Price / set|35% Off
H 6.5 in W 11.5 in D 1.25 in
19th Century Chinese 3d Carving Wood Panels Hanging Architectural Element, Set
Located in Pomona, CA
These set of three antique Chinese wood carving panels has very deep 3D carving works of Chinese folks art - Chinese Opera with gilt. These ...
Wood
Set of Four Jacobean Style English Oak Pilasters
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A set of four antique Jacobean style English oak pilasters. Dating to circa 1830, these impressive panels are carved with mannerist ornaments and strap work. The original finish cr...
Wood, Oak
19th Century Antique Hand-Carved Teak Wood Architectural Column
Located in High Point, NC
This antique hand-carved teak wood architectural column is a striking piece that embodies the charm of traditional craftsmanship. Originating from the 19th century, this column showc...
Wood, Teak
19th Century Lead Gargoyle Architectural Fragment
Located in London, GB
19th Century Lead Gargoyle Architectural Fragment An unusual and exceptionally rare architectural fragment, believed to have originally formed part of an exterior building façade. Ca...
Lead
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H 12.41 in W 7.29 in D 2.17 in
19th Century Italian Hand Carved Giltwood Gothic Style Ornament/ Fragment
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful handcarved giltwood gothic style ornament that once adorned a chapel or a church. Italy, circa 1850. Weathered and small losses. Measurement includes the wooden base. H:31,...
Wood
French 19th Century Neo Gothic Marble finial
Located in Buisson, FR
Wonderful small architectural fragment. White marble finial in Gothic style. France circa 1850. weathered. Measurements include the wooden base.
Marble
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H 12.41 in W 7.29 in D 2.37 in
19th Century Italian Hand Carved Giltwood Gothic Style Ornaments/ Fragments
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful pair handcarved giltwood gothic style ornaments that once adorned a chapel or a church. Italy, circa 1850. Weathered and small losses. Measurement includes the wooden base....
Wood
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H 288 in W 132 in D 48 in
Antique Victorian Neo Gothic Oak High Tall Church Altar triptych + 1865
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautiful, antique Victorian period era Neo Gothic Triptych Holy Altar in solid oak and acquired from a church that was established in 1865. Measures impressive 24' tall by 11' by 4...
Oak
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H 47 in W 14 in D 13 in
Late 19TH Century Cast Iron Lamp Post Base heavy decorative floral relief
Located in Buffalo, NY
Late 19TH Century Cast Iron Lamp Post Base heavy decorative floral relief ..Wonderful design,, 4-sided, (MATCHING) one panel removable (access pane...
Iron
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H 90.56 in W 24.41 in D 16.54 in
19thC Gothic Revival Ecclesiastical Chapel Antique Architectural Prie Dieu Niche
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
A wonderful Victorian mahogany carved parcel-gilt Gothic Revival Church canopy accompanied by a matching parcel-gilt pier / pedestal table on a turned column with a shaped marble top...
Marble
19th Century French Neo Gothic Carved Giltwood Ornament
Located in Buisson, FR
Wonderful gilt-wood ornament in Neo Gothic style, France, circa 1850. Weathered. Measurement here below includes the wooden base.
Wood
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H 6.11 in W 7.09 in D 1.78 in
18th Century Pair of Carved Marble Gothic Decorative Architectural Tablets
Located in Lowestoft, GB
Pair of 18th century carved marble tablets with organic drapes and roundels with a nod to the gothic revival period, previously part of larger architectu...
Marble
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H 1.97 in W 77.96 in D 3.15 in
18th Century Carved Marble Gothic Decorative Architectural Edging Egg & Dart
Located in Lowestoft, GB
Two large sections of 18th century carved marble edging with a typical egg and dart motif with a nod to the gothic revival, previously part of larger architectural feature, possibly ...
Marble
Late 19th Century Gothic Revival Carved Oak Staircase
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
Former stairway to a pulpit. Gothic Revival, around 1890. Solidly made of oak wood. Railing with carving in the form of blind tracery (two-lane tracery windows) alternating wit...
Oak
19th Century Wooden Painted Gothic Architectural Altar
Located in Essex, MA
American painted Gothic Revival Altar. Carved and painted Gothic Architectural Treasure. Removed from A New Hampshire Church. Breaks down and screws together as shown in photos. Simple reconnecting. Re-use for a Strawberry Hill...
Wood