Gothic Revival Furniture
Gothic Revival 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. 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.
to
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
4
12
11
7
5
Style: Gothic Revival
Creator: Jeremy Hush
Entangled, a Biro, Watercolor and Gouache Painting by Jeremy Hush, 2012
By Jeremy Hush
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Entangled.
A biro, watercolor, gouache painting.
Sight size: circa 16 in. x 20 in.
Frame size: circa 25 in. x 29 in.
Signed lower left.
Jeremy Hush - a long time Punk ...
Category
2010s American Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Paper
Husk, a Biro, Watercolor and Gouache Painting by Jeremy Hush, 2013
By Jeremy Hush
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Husk.
A biro, watercolor, gouache painting.
Sight size: cm 5 in. x 19 in.
Frame size: cm 11 in. x 25 in.
Jeremy Hush - a long time punk and heavy metal scene illustrator l...
Category
2010s American Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Paper
Related Items
Scarabeo Watercolor Painting
By Buenaventura
Located in Madrid, ES
This charming and sophisticated wall decoration has been entirely hand-painted on 100% natural cotton paper, using the sumi-e technique inspired by ancient Korean paintings. Particul...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Cotton, Acrylic, Paper
Blue, Grey, Black Gouache Abstract Painting by Shawn Savage, USA, Contemporary
By Shawn Savage
Located in New York, NY
Abstract gouache painting by American artist Shawn Savage.
Shades of blue with grey and black in a black frame.
Signed by the artist.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Paint
H 18 in W 22 in D 1 in
"Restraining the Horse" Gouache Painting by Collazzi
By J. Collazzi
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Finely painted in gouache by J. Collazzi, who did a series of landscapes and fantasy paintings in the 1930s, this scene of two classical figures restraining a horse is classic Art De...
Category
1930s American Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Gouache, Paper
'Doves and Crows' Acryl on Canvas/2013 by Eitan Rubin
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
'Doves and Crows' Acryl on canvas/2013 60 x 80 cm by Eitan Rubin
Category
2010s Austrian Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Acrylic
Richard Hirsch Encaustic Painting of Nothing Series, circa 2010 - 2012
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary American ceramic artist Richard Hirsch's encaustic "Paintings of Nothing Series" #14, #16, #22 and #23 are made of ceramic raw materials, dry pigment and wax. Hirsch app...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Clay, Organic Material
1996 Egyptian Sphinx on Papyrus Original Signed Painting by Monsef Labib
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Magical depiction of the Sphinx at Giza in Egypt as interpreted by artist Monsef Labib. Handcrafted in Cairo on genuine papyrus with intricate details, this 3-D impressionism is app...
Category
1990s Egyptian Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
H 39.88 in W 32.88 in D 1.25 in
Crash John Matos Signed Large Original Watercolor Painting Jessica Rabbit, 1990
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderful work by famed New York street artist Crash (John Matos) who is highly regarded as a Pioneer of the Graffiti art movement in the 1980s. In 1984 he collaborated with a series of murals and installations with artist Keith Haring at the Musee d'art Moderne de la Villa de Paris, France. This early work features the iconic cartoon character Jessica Rabbit...
Category
1990s American Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Paper
H 51 in W 39 in D 1.5 in
Pair of Vintage Watercolor Winter Landscape Paintings by Dorothy M. Reece Kordas
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome pair of watercolor paintings each depicting a different winter landscape by Dorothy M. Reece Kordash. They are in wonderful vintage condition and in their original frames. Please see photos, circa 1970s-1980s.
Wow! We are proud to be able to offer this gorgeous pair of winter landscapes by Dorothy Kordash. The one on the left in our photograph is titled Designs of Winter and depicts a lovely snowy landscape with bare trees and snow-covered grasses in beautiful translucent steel blues and grays and white. It is signed, matted and framed. The watercolor on the right is titled Treescape and depicts an icy blue winter wonderland of bare trees, evergreens, and grasses. These came from a home filled with incredible mid-century modern furnishings and art. They collected many Kansas and Arizona artists work including these by Dorothy Kordash.
Dorothy M. Reece Kordash was born in 1927 in Prairie Village, Kansas. She continued to live, and work in the Kansas City area. However, after retiring, she spent quite a bit of time in Scottsdale, Arizona where she passed in 2010. Her works are in private collections all over the United States. Her obituary states she was one of America’s top cutting-edge artists in the field of contemporary conceptual art and painted in a wide variety of media. She was a member of many organizations including the Kansas Watercolor Society and International Society of Experimental Artists to name just two. She was part of many, many art exhibits nationwide and attended workshops in Canada and Great Brittan.
You need these beautiful examples of American watercolor winter...
Category
Late 20th Century American Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Paper
H 20.25 in W 28.25 in D 1 in
Donna Schuster “Nude Bathers” Watercolor, Pencil and Gouache
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Donna Schuster (1893-1953) “Nude Bathers” watercolor, pencil and gouache within a giltwood carved frame and protective glass. Signed ‘Donna Schuster’ (Lower Right), circa 1920-1930.
...
Category
20th Century American Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood
Urban Realism, Shaft of Light, Christopher Windle, 2012
By Master Contemporary Original Artist Rugs
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Contemporary urban realism by local Philadelphia artist, Christopher Windle. Light and shadow, along with graphic perspective conveys a moody solitu...
Category
2010s American Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Paint
2013 Esther Hansen Coneflower, Danish Painting
Located in Knebel, DK
A close-up oil on canvas painting of a cutleaf coneflower.
It is one of four paintings of vividly colored and almost stylistic flowers.
About the artist:
Esther Hansen grew up in t...
Category
2010s Danish Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Canvas
Eve and Adam a Painting by Leonard Dufresne Regionalist Style Painting
Located in Rochester, NY
Adam and Eve or "The Dancers" a painting by Leonard Dufresne. Acrylic on board. Signed and dated 1982 on reverse. Provenance: O.K. Harris Gallery, NYC...
Category
20th Century American Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Acrylic, Paint
Previously Available Items
Front Line of the Glando-Angelinnian War 'Henry Darger Theme', Jeremy Hush, 2015
By Jeremy Hush
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Front line of the Glando-Angelinnian War (Henry Darger theme).
A biro, watercolor, gouache painting.
Sight size, circa 7 in. x 10 in.
Frame size, ...
Category
2010s American Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Gouache, Paper
H 15 in W 12 in D 1 in
Gothic Revival furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Gothic Revival furniture 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 furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, seating, lighting and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Gothic Revival furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, United Kingdom, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include John Ruskin, Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin, Gillows of Lancaster & London, and Britt Jewett. 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 furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $30 and tops out at $189,810 while the average work can sell for $3,122.
Recently Viewed
View AllMore Ways To Browse
Vintage Metal Wagons
Wiener Werkstatte Textile
Wood Handrail
Wood Tobacco Figure
146 X 12
18th Century French Bronze Putto
18th Century Copper Bowl
1960 Wrought Iron Dining Table With Glass
19th Century Italian Marble Clocks
5 Ft Sofa
606 Art
7 Ft Mirror
77 Etched
A G S Mirror
Albert Dammouse
Altar Fruit
Angel Table Marble
Anri Italy