Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels
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
Period: 19th Century
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 Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Walnut
An Early Victorian Carved Stone Fireplace In The Gothic Style
Located in London, GB
An early Victorian carved stone fireplace in the Gothic style. The arched frieze with carved spandrels featuring fruit and foliage. Heavily moul...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Stone
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 Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Oak, Paint
A Rare English Gothic Style Highly Carved Walnut & Polychromed Fire-Place C.1860
Located in Los Angeles, 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 Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Walnut
Antique Carved English Oak Fireplace
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Though this antique carved English oak fireplace dates from the late 19th century, it draws inspiration from eras across the ages. It is elaborately carved throughout and handcrafted...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Wood, Hardwood, Oak
Antique Victorian Oak Fireplace
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A beautifully crafted antique Victorian oak fireplace. This impressive fire surround dates from circa 1900. Its simple yet elegant design has stood the test of time, with its surface...
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Late 19th Century Antique Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Wood, Oak
Antique 19th Century Cast Iron Gothic Manner Fire Basket Grate
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A petite French antique early 19th century cast iron fire basket in the Gothic manner, a shaped back with original steel heat plate, linked circles to the front instead of fire bars....
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1840s French Antique Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
A Carved English Stone Fireplace
Located in London, GB
A carved stone English fireplace in the Gothic manner. The jambs with panels carved with scrolled foliage throughout surmounted by end blocking with carved cartouche and shell. The f...
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19th Century English Antique Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Stone
English 19th Century Stone Fireplace Mantel
Located in London, GB
An early to mid 19th century Gothic style English limestone fireplace. Unusual in design, very well proportioned and a substantial piece. The castellated shelf which steps down to sit on a plain frieze with carved ends to meet the roundels carved at the top of the jambs, which are inverted with interior panels with outer mouldings. Areas of this surround with natural fossil and patterning adding to its charm. A superior quality Gothic surround...
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1830s English Antique Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Stone
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 Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Stone
Antique 19th century Jacobean Carved Oak Fireplace
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique 19th century Jacobean style carved oak fireplace. Dating to circa 1850, this English fireplace is elaborately carved and ...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Wood, Oak
Large English Stone Fireplace in the Gothic Manner
Located in London, GB
A large English stone fireplace in the Gothic manner. The arched frieze with carved spandrels, the jambs with moulding to inside edge. Finished with a light grey, rustic paint effect...
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19th Century English Antique Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Stone
Polished Steel Firegrate in the Neo-Gothic Style
Located in London, GB
A polished steel firegrate in the neo-Gothic style. The horseshoe feet surmounted by straight shafts and acorn finials. Decorative cast iron back behind. English, circa 1900.
Measu...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Steel
An English Stone Fireplace in the Gothic Manner
Located in London, GB
An English stone fireplace in the Gothic manner. The moulded legs surmounted by arched frieze with carved spandrels. Moulded shelf above, English, circa 1900.
Shelf Width: 1680 mm ...
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19th Century English Antique Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Stone
19th Century English Carved Limestone Fireplace in the Gothic Taste
Located in London, GB
A 19th century English carved limestone fireplace, with the initials 'AB' and the date 1855 carved to the centre of the frieze, jambs carved with bellflowers and ears of wheat, surmo...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Limestone
Mid 19th Century Polished Cast Iron Gothic Style Firegrate
Located in London, GB
A substantial mid 19th century polished cast iron Gothic style firegrate, with twisted design to firedogs and centre bar.
Width At Front: 895 mm 35 ¼"
Width At Back: 510 mm ...
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19th Century Antique Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
Neo-Gothic Style Firegrate
Located in London, GB
A delicate cast iron firegrate in the neo-Gothic taste. The shaped paw feet with four leaf clover motif above. The cast iron back plate with nicely cas...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
Mid-19th Century Neo-Gothic Cast Iron Fire Grate
Located in London, GB
A 19th century English polished cast iron fire grate in the Gothic style. The shaped feet surmounted by fleur-de-lys finials, the large burning area with cast iron back behind dated ...
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Mid-19th Century British Antique Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
Mid 19th Century Gothic Style Antique Steel Firegrate
Located in London, GB
A mid 19th century (circa 1860) Gothic style steel firegrate. The horseshoe shaped dogs with scrolls and foliage surmounted by brass enrichment and knolled shaped finials. The cast f...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Steel
French Gothic Wrought Iron Manor House Fire Surround
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
French Gothic Wrought Iron Manor House Fire Surround
The stand is very large and heavy, it dates from the early 19th century and comes from a Brittany Manor House
This is a very u...
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19th Century Antique Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
Antique French Cast Iron Fire Back the Fire Back is Extremely Heavy
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Antique French cast iron fire back
The Fire back is extremely heavy, it is decorated with the “Armes de France” with the Crest of the House of Bourbon...
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19th Century Antique Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
19th Century English Gothic Style Stone Fireplace
Located in London, GB
A mid-late 19th century English Gothic style stone fireplace. The moulded jambs surmounted by arched frieze with spandrel panels. Two-tier moulded shelf. Some markings to the stone c...
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19th Century English Antique Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Stone
A Large English Fireplace Mantel in Grey York Stone
Located in London, GB
A large English fireplace in grey York stone. The frieze and jambs with moulded ingrounds surmounted by plain shelf, 19th century.
Measure:
Shelf Width: 1940 mm 76 3/8 in
Over...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Stone
An English Stone Firepace in the Gothic Style
Located in London, GB
An English stone fireplace in the Gothic style. The moulded jambs surmounted by frieze with spandrels. Early 20th century.
Shelf Width: 1408 mm 55 ⅜"
Overall Height:...
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19th Century English Antique Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Stone
Rustic English Fireplace in the Gothic Manner
Located in London, GB
A large stone fireplace in the Gothic style. The moulded jambs with plain frieze above and heavy moulded shelf. Rustic travertine stone. English,...
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19th Century English Antique Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Stone
Early 19th Century Limestone Mantel Chimneypiece in the Gothic Manner
Located in London, GB
A 19th century English limestone fireplace in the Gothic manner. The jambs and end blocks with Quinto acuto arches, the frieze with accompanying arch motif throughout with shelf abov...
Category
Early 19th Century British Antique Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Limestone
English Fireplace in the Gothic Style
Located in London, GB
An English stone fireplace in the Gothic manner. The moulded jambs surmounted by arched frieze, circa 1900.
Measure:
Shelf Width: 1395 mm 54 7/8 in
Overall Height: 1125 mm ...
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19th Century English Antique Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Stone
19th Century Cast Iron Hob Grate in the Gothic Style
Located in London, GB
A 19th century cast iron hob grate in the Gothic style. The burning area with rosette pattern and cast spandrels below. Decorative wreath motif to back. English, 19th century.
Width...
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19th Century English Antique Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
Large & Imposing English Antique Polished Steel Firegrate
Located in London, GB
A large and imposing 19th century English polished steel firegrate with a Gothic influence. The turned cylindrical feet surmounted by elegant ball finials with teardrop tops, large b...
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19th Century English Antique Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Steel
English Stone Fireplace in the Gothic Style
Located in London, GB
A 19th century English stone fireplace in the Gothic style. The jambs and frieze with recessed panels and end blocking featuring shield crest,...
Category
19th Century English Antique Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Stone
English Fireplace in York Stone
Located in London, GB
An English fireplace in York stone. The plain jambs surmounted by brackets, with moulded shelf above. English, circa 1900.
Measures:
Shelf width: 1445 mm...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Stone
Gothic fireplaces and mantels for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Gothic fireplaces and mantels 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 fireplaces and mantels created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with stone, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Gothic fireplaces and mantels made in a specific country, there are Europe, United Kingdom, and England pieces for sale on 1stDibs. 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 fireplaces and mantels differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,121 and tops out at $74,500 while the average work can sell for $9,890.