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.
Antique Early 1900s Gothic Revival Stool or Table with Hand Carved Elements
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique, practical and highly decorative seat / hall bench with quality carvings. This beautifully carved and striking stool is surrounded by a number of very well designed and execu...
Oak
Antique Gothic Revival Carved Polychrome Painted & Upholstered Stool Ottoman
Located in Forney, TX
A magnificent Neo-Gothic tabouret stool / ottoman, 19th century, most likely Italian (Southern Italy; Kingdom of Two Sicilies), parcel gilt and polychrome painted frame, padded seat ...
Upholstery, Wood
Antique and Strong Spanish Oak Gothic Stool wiRush Seat, Arts & Crafts Era
Located in Lisse, NL
One very stylish, medieval looking, little antique stool created in the Arts & Crafts era. In the Arts & Crafts era many artisans experimented with incorporating different styles in...
Rush, Oak
French Neogothic Oak Side Table, Little Coffer or Stool, circa 1890
Located in Labrit, Landes
French oak stool This small chest is multifunctional: in your living room, bedroom, or entryway, it can serve as a small side table, stool, or storage unit, depending on your needs. ...
Oak
$1,200 / item
A Gothic Revival Oak Stool
Located in Chicago, IL
This solid oak stool stands on a pedestal base made of two intersecting members, joined together, producing curving foliate edges and four arched feet. The top itself is thick and so...
Oak
19th Century Gothic Revival Stool / Side table
Located in Hoddesdon, GB
19th-century French Gothic revival carved, oak side table/stool. Good condition with signs of age and use. Dimensions: 26 cm x 27 cm x 41 cm
Oak
Rare pair of Gothic Revival stools by Victor Aimone 19th century lion heads oak
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
A magnificent pair of 19th century Gothic Revival stools masterfully hand-carved in oak by the celebrated Italian sculptor Victor Aimone, renowned for hi...
Oak
Excellent Quality Foot Board Stool
Located in Swadlincote, GB
A superb golden oak foot board or coffee table with single stretcher and balluster carved legs, excellent condition throughout and ready for the home. 20.5" high 54" length 20" dept...
Oak
THREE RESTORED BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFiELD GOTHIC STEEPLE KITCHEN BAR STOOLS 3
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely suite of three stunning fully restored hand dyed Whisky Brown leather, Gothic Revival Steeple ba...
Leather, Oak
Industrial Aluminum Airplane Step Stool, New York Airways
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Industrial, aluminum, airplane step stool features the stamp New York Airways, (1949-1968) on one side, a perforated top and rubber glides with all original, work-worn patina. It's a...
Aluminum
$2,664 / item
H 19.69 in W 17.92 in D 10.63 in
Stunning 18th Century circa 1760 English Oak Jointed Stool or Side End Table
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning 18th century circa 1760 oak jointed stool or side table with original wood nail dowels A nicely made genuine 260+ year old piece,...
Oak
Antique Chinese Side Table or Stool, Hand-Crafted Wood, 19th Century
Located in Sheffield, MA
The antique Asian stool has a square top and a balanced form with timeless rustic appeal. Beautifully worn from a century of use, the aged wood pat...
Wood
French Egyptian Revival Bamboo Faux Painted Thebes Stool 1930s
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A 1930s French saddle top bamboo Thebes stool. The temple seat is curved on all four sides, the legs are gently flared with a flat foot and the piece is wonderfully faux painted.
Bamboo
Early 1900s French Pine Train Station Stool
Located in Burton, TX
Found in France, this Early 1900s French Pine Train Station Stool features a finger hold in the top for easy transport. The size of the piece lends it to be used as a stool or a sid...
Pine
$240Sale Price|20% Off
H 11 in W 13.5 in D 9 in
Antique French Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Needlepoint Stool Foot Rest Ottoman
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique French Louis XV stool, foot rest or ottoman. Made of walnut featuring serpentine form with carved floral, scalloped, and acanthus accents, and a Neoclassical floral rose and ...
Fabric, Walnut
Primitive Mid-Century French Wooden Stool or Side Table
Located in London, GB
A simple tripod legged stool or side table. France, c1940s. Simple construction. Wabi-Sabi esque imperfections, ideal for adding a bit of character and warmth to space. Internal ...
Wood
$3,300
H 16 in W 11.25 in D 11.25 in
Antique Early French Gothic Carved Oak Tabouret Stool End Table Plant Stand
Located in Forney, TX
A rare and remarkable authentic nearly 300 year old early French Gothic hand carved oak tabouret (today use as a stool, end table or plant stand) Crafted in France in the 17th/18th ...
Iron
19th Century Gothic Revival Oak Stool
Located in Martlesham, GB
19th century Gothic revival oak stool, the shaped rectangular top above Gothic supports and stretcher, circa 1860.
Oak
$2,126Sale Price|20% Off
H 59.26 in W 61.42 in D 18.51 in
Gothic Revival Oak High Back Hall Bench, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare Gothic Revival high back hall bench. Striking Dutch design from the 1900s. Solid oak frame with original hand-carved elements in the back and the sides! Un...
Wrought Iron
Antique Hand Carved Needlepoint Textile Upholstered Foot Stool
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Petite Elegant foot stool made hand carved woof wood, upholstered with beautiful floral motif needlepoint textile. Great decorative object of art for any room.
Wool, Wood
Antique Italian Walnut Side Table or Low Stool
Located in London, GB
An early 20th Century Italian side table or low stool made in Walnut. The cross section lyre shaped legs made in the style of an 18th Century 'Fratino' table. A similar design for a...
Walnut
Flemish Gothic Revival Oak Footstool, Belgium, 19th Century
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 19th century / Footstool / oak and fabric / Gothic revival / Flemish A sculptural testament to 19th-century historicism, this Flemish footstool channels the romantic gran...
Fabric, Velvet, Oak
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H 17.92 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in
19th Century French carved wooden low stool in Gothic style, ca. 1850
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1850 / stool / oak / Neo Gothic / Antique Antique French 19th-century neo-gothic stool, made of solid oak. The stool has a classic robust Gothic design and decorative Gothi...
Oak
Neo Gothic solid oak rectangular carved stool, France ca. 1900
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1900 / stool / oak / Neo Gothic / Antique / Brutalist Oak stool or small side table in Neo Gothic style. Handcrafted and carved around 1900 in France. This primitive stool...
Oak
Neo Gothic oak stool with red velvet upholstery, France 1850
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1850 / stool / oak, velvet / Neo Gothic / Antique Charming French stool in Neo Gothic style, crafted in the mid 19th century. The base consists of 4 columns that rest on st...
Velvet, Oak
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H 20 in W 25.5 in D 17.1 in
Unique and Quality Carved Gothic Revival Oak Church Stool Seat, 19th Century
Located in Lisse, NL
Antique, stunning and practical Gothic stool with a seat pillow with tassels. This striking and perfect size Gothic stool is as stable as the day it was handmade & hand-carved and the woodwork is in excellent condition. All handcrafted out of solid oak only this stool is decorated all around with a variety of fine quality carved Gothic motifs. At the center of these decorations is ofcourse the Gothic trefoil symbol for the trinity (both on the front and back). This fine antique also has a beautiful patina and it radiates nothing but quality, stability and durability. The pillow with its warm color and great look and feel is the perfect finish to this unique, stylish and highly decorative stool. It can be used for all kinds of purposes and placed in all kinds of living spaces. The stool itself is pretty much in perfect condition and the replacement cushion has some minor wear (consistent with age and use). This Gothic church stool...
Velvet, Oak, Fabric
Gothic Revival Manner Trefoil Stool
Located in Astoria, NY
Gothic Revival manner rough hewn hardwood stool, of T form with each end terminating in a carved and reticulated trefoil, with conforming velvet cushion, above three legs. Dealer: ...
Hardwood
French Oak Side Stool Neo Gothic Style, circa 1920
Located in Labrit, Landes
Oak carved stool made circa 1920 French Good condition, solid and sound. Shipping: L 28, P 29, H 41 cm 6 kg.
Oak
19th Century Carved Oak Joint Stool
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century carved oak joint stool circa 1890. Good quality victorian joint stool of useful proportions. Due to the height this stool can e...
Oak
Set of Four Gothic Revival Style Oak and Carved Barstools
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Spectacular set of four oak bar stools crafted from oak featuring a gothic revival style motif. The bar height stools have an arched lancet form back rail surmounted by an acanthus s...
Brass
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H 19.7 in W 22.4 in D 10.4 in
Handcrafted & Hand Carved Rare Gothic Revival Stool and Magazine Stand into One
Located in Lisse, NL
One of a kind, Gothic art stool with lid and compartment. If you are looking for good quality and one of a kind antiques in the Gothic style then this striking little stool and maga...
Brass
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H 21.07 in W 24.61 in D 15.16 in
Spanish Bench or Stool with Arms in Wrought Gilt Iron and Red Velvet
Located in Barcelona, ES
Sculptural hand forged iron stool with arms upholstered in burgundy red velvet, Spain, 1920s-1930s. This gorgeous two handled bench is beautifully constructed in hand forged iron fi...
Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf, Iron
19th Century Victorian Gothic Revival Mahogany Stool
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century Gothic Revival mahogany stool, circa 1890. Rosewood and mahogany storage stool in the Gothic taste. Fine example of Victoria...
Mahogany