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.
Gothic Revival Picture Frame in Nickel-Plated Iron with Lion Heads, circa 1870
Located in Vienna, AT
Striking Gothic Revival picture frame crafted from nickel-plated iron, featuring pronounced lion head motifs at the corners. The design reflects the 19th-century fascination with med...
Iron, Nickel
“Skull” Frame, Carved Wood 19th 1860-1880 Specially Created for Dürer Engraving
Located in PARIS, FR
German frame, carved wood, 19th century, 1860-1880, specially made for Dürer engraving « Coat of arms with skull » realized by Dürer in 1503 Nice shiny patina. Sight size: 32 x 21...
Wood
A large Gothic Revival picture frame with stylized floral carvings
Located in London, GB
A large Gothic Revival picture frame with stylized floral carvings throughout the edges displaying an original crewel work tapestry of floral deco...
Wood
Bronze Frame 19th c. Troubadour Style, Circa 1820-1830, Enamel & Glass Cabochons
Located in PARIS, FR
Bronze gilded and enameled frame with colored glass cabochons. First third of 19th century, circa 1820-1830 Troubadour style. High-quality manufacturing. Sight size: 44,5 x 31 cm. ...
Bronze
Pair of Cloisonné Enamel and Gilt Bronze Frames, Napoleon III Period
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of neo-Gothic gilt bronze frames. Decorated with {cloisonné} enamel in blue, red and green; trilobed diamond shape ornaments on the frame and flowery Maltese crosses in the angl...
Bronze, Enamel
$750Sale Price|50% Off
H 43 in W 36.5 in D 2.5 in
19th Century Italian Water Giltwood Frame, Hand Carved, 36 x 30 in
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
8-154 hand carved Italian water giltwood frame Interior rabbit size 36 x 30".
Giltwood
Picture Frame Large Horizontal in Clear Quartz
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Kathryn McCoy is a designer renowned for her exquisite home decor pieces that highlight the natural beauty of crystals. Beginning her career in New York City's fashion industry, Kath...
Rock Crystal
A fine Napoleon III Gilt Bronze Photo frame
Located in London, GB
A superb Napoleon III gilt bronze and satin lined photo frame, with space for three photos. Superb gilt bronze mounts, of good size. With a strut foot, or hoops, allowing it to be pl...
Bronze
$3,150Sale Price|30% Off
H 7.28 in W 9 in D 3.25 in
Gucci Horsebit Picture Frame, Brass, Nickel, Signed
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Gucci Horsebit picture frame, brass, nickel, signed. Stirrup form photo frame finished in brass and nickel. The display opening is 5.63 inches in height by 5.75 inches wide. The four...
Brass, Nickel
19th Century Italian Carved Frame
Located in New York, NY
Finely carved and gilded 19th century Italian frame. Features continuous pierced carving decorative design. Carved out of a solid piece of fruitwood, the example is in excellent cond...
Gold Leaf
19th Century Italian Carved and Silver Gilt Frame
Located in New York, NY
Hand-carved and silver gilded Italian 19th century frame with sgrafitto and cross-hatch design.
$295
H 6.5 in W 3.75 in D 0.38 in
Antique Louis XVI Style French Gilt Bronze Picture Frame, 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
Antique French Louis XVI style gilt bronze picture frame 19th Century Classic elaborate bow motif crest, stylized laurel leaf border with fine beaded details. Black velvet back with ...
Bronze
$375
H 6.3 in W 4.73 in D 3.55 in
19th Century Ormolu Gilt Bronze Picture Frame - Louis XVI Style - France
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A beautiful antique ormolu gilt bronze picture frame. Very fine details, Louis XVI style. France, circa 1880-1890. The picture frame is 15,5 cm tall, the diameter is Ø12 cm. Diame...
Bronze
Pair of Picture Frames
Located in London, England
Pair of inlaid oval frames. Circa 1920. H 26cm x W 20cm x D 2/16cm Please be in touch for an accurate shipping quote.
Walnut
Italian Snakeskin Picture Frame, circa 1970s
Located in New York, NY
A '70s Modern Italian red burgundy suede and snakeskin picture frame, circa 1970s, Italy. Frame can sit in two positions: vertical (as shown) o...
Animal Skin, Suede, Glass
Italian 1970s Small Oval Nickel Bamboo Picture Frame
Located in Milan, IT
Italian 1970s Small Oval Nickel Bamboo Picture Frame
Nickel
$1,687Sale Price|20% Off
H 49.61 in W 39.38 in D 2.37 in
Large Gilded Wooden Picture Frame, Louis Philippe Style, France, 1870
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Large gilded wooden frame from the mid. 19th century, perfect for a large painting or a mirror. ref. O/6499.
Fruitwood
Sold
H 28.8 in W 24 in D 1.2 in
Large Antique Gothic Revival Hand Carved Wooden Tramp Art Mirror / Picture Frame
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautifully hand crafted antique folk art frame with glass mirror. For the collectors of top quality and sizable antiques in general and Tramp Art ...
Wood, Mirror
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H 36.5 in W 22 in D 1.75 in
Large Antique Gothic Revival Hand Carved Wooden Tramp Art Mirror / Picture Frame
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautifully hand crafted frame with the original, antique glass mirror. For the collectors of top quality and sizable antiques in general and Tramp Art...
Glass, Wood, Velvet
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H 30 in W 15 in L 30 in
Spanish Gothic Revival Wrought Iron Wall Niche Altar Frame with Candle Sconces
Located in Astoria, NY
Spanish Gothic Revival wooden wall-mounted niche frame or altar with ornamental wrought iron elements and a pair of candle sconces. The piece ca...
Wrought Iron
19th Century Carved and Gilt Neo-Gothic King Sized Headboard
Located in Long Island City, NY
An ornately carved neo-Gothic frame transformed into a headboard for a king sized bed, the centre upholstered with ivory silk shantung. There is a certain wabi sabi balance in the ju...
Wood
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H 36.5 in W 22 in D 1.75 in
Large Antique Gothic Revival Hand-Carved Tramp Art Picture Frame / Mirror Frame
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautifully crafted picture frame with the original glass panel. For the collectors of top quality and sizable Tramp Art home accessories we also have this stunning and one of a kind frame. This finely detailed frame is in perfect condition, it has a beautiful and warm patina and it is an absolute joy to own and look at. The masculin, Gothic Revival shape combined with the large size makes this an antique that cannot be overlooked and that will never fail to impress. If you like this Tramp Art antique...
Glass, Wood
Gold Gilt Gothic Revival Frame
Located in Rochester, NY
Gold leaf gothic revival frame. Carved wood. Rabbet size 19" x 27 1/2".
Gold Leaf