Gothic Revival Corner Chairs
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.
Mid-19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Corner Chairs
Oak
Early 20th Century Gothic Revival Corner Chairs
Walnut
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Gothic Revival Corner Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Gothic Revival Corner Chairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Gothic Revival Corner Chairs
Brass
1930s French Vintage Gothic Revival Corner Chairs
Brass
19th Century American Antique Gothic Revival Corner Chairs
Giltwood
Late 19th Century Antique Gothic Revival Corner Chairs
Oak
19th Century Austrian Antique Gothic Revival Corner Chairs
Wood, Wicker
1980s Swedish Vintage Gothic Revival Corner Chairs
Metal
1960s Danish Vintage Gothic Revival Corner Chairs
Leather, Teak
1950s Italian Vintage Gothic Revival Corner Chairs
Beech
Late 19th Century Egyptian Antique Gothic Revival Corner Chairs
Wood
Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Corner Chairs
Rush, Oak
Mid-19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Corner Chairs
Oak