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Gothic Revival Seating

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.

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Style: Gothic Revival
Burmese Anglo-Indian Gothic Revival Carved Hall Seat Chair 1880
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
Wonderful 19th century antique Anglo- Indian Burmese carved hall seat from the 19th Century. Made from solid Teak, exquisite carving, this piece would have been made in Burma for th...
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19th Century Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Teak

Antique French Bench Settee Gothic Oak Linen Fold Figural Lift Top Seat c. 1900
Located in Tyler, TX
BEAUTIFUL Antique French Oak GOTHIC REVIVAL Bench, Settee or Church Pew with Lift-Top Seat for Storage~~HIGHLY CARVED ~~c. 1900 Spectacular design elements featuring lin...
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Early 1900s French Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Oak

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...
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Early 1900s Dutch Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Wrought Iron

Antique French Chair Gothic Revival Bishops Throne Altar Chair Cushion Oak 19thC
Located in Tyler, TX
OUTSTANDING Antique French Oak GOTHIC REVIVAL Bishops Throne Altar Chair with Reversible Liturgical Cushion~~HIGHLY CARVED ~~c. 1880s Highly detailed Gothic accents~~the m...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Oak

Large Antique French Bench Settee Gothic Oak Tracery Lift Top Seat c. 19th
Located in Tyler, TX
BEAUTIFUL Antique French Oak GOTHIC REVIVAL Bench, Settee or Church Pew with Lift-Top Seat for Storage~~HIGHLY CARVED ~~c. 1890s Spectacular design elements featuring lin...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Oak

Rare Antique Gothic Revival Oak Armchair Chair w Female Sculptures in Armrests
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique and impressive, Gothic style chair from the late 1800s. This rare and solid oak Gothic Revival church chair has a beautiful patination and it is as stabile as the day it was...
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Late 19th Century European Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Leather, Oak

19th century Victorian carved oak bench
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century Victorian carved oak bench circa 1890. Victorian bench made from earlier elements, named and dated 1775.  Pegged base supports elements from an 18th century coffer, the...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Oak

Hendrik Petrus Berlage. Dutch. A set of four Gothic Revival oak side chairs
Located in London, GB
Hendrik Petrus Berlage. Dutch. A captivating set of four Gothic Revival oak side chairs with a progressive architectural A frame design to the...
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Early 1900s Dutch Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Oak

A Pair of American Gothic style carved oak double benches, C 1900.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Each bench comprised of two joined seats with straight back, curved handholds, pieced side details, supported by arched legs. This pair of benches would be great in an entranceway o...
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Early 20th Century American Gothic Revival Seating

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Oak

19th Century Chest or Coffer Carved Oak, French Gothic Revival Style
Located in Labrit, Landes
French coffer or chest assembled circa 1960 with panels made circa 1850. All All the walls of the trunk as well as the top are in carved oak and the bottom of the trunk is made of ...
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19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Oak

Antique English Window Seat Bed Bench Gothic Revival Carved Oak 2 Drawers c.1900
Located in Tyler, TX
Charming antique English oak window seat or end-of-bed bench~~Gothic Revival~~two drawers ~~c. 1900 Classic British flair decorator piece~~NICELY CARVED with Gothic crown...
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Early 1900s English Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Oak

19th Century French Neo-Gothic Carved Oak Hall Bench Cabinet
Located in Forney, TX
A scarce antique Gothic Revival French hand-carved oak hall bench with original nicely aged dark warm rich patina. circa 1870 Hand-crafted in France in the late 19th century, high-quality solid wood construction, rare form, having a tall double-door cabinet with carved tracery panels, iron slide bolt...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Oak

A W N Pugin, A Rare Oak Armchair Probably Designed for the Speaker's House
Located in London, GB
A W N Pugin. An extremely rare oak armchair probably designed for the The Red Drawing Room in the Speaker's House in The Palace Of Westminster, the room is...
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1850s English Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Oak

Early 19th Century French Gothic Revival Monks Bench – Louis XVIII Period
Located in Alton, GB
An extraordinary and stately piece from the early 19th century, this French Gothic Revival Monks Bench, dating circa 1820, is a masterclass in craftsmanship and evocative design. Att...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Chestnut

Antique 18th Century English Gothic Revival Paneled Oak Pub Bench Settle Pew
Located in Dayton, OH
Extraordinary 18th century English oak pub bench / settee / sofa. A rectangular form with high back and red velvet upholstery. Features Gothic revival pane...
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18th Century Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Upholstery, Oak

Huge & sculptural grey wood Matrix throne/armchair by Adriano e Paolo Suman for
By Adriano and Paolo Suman, Giorgetti S.p.A.
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Important and sculptural post-modern throne/armchair from the Matrix series, designed by A. and P. Suman for Giorgietti in 1984. This throne is made of gray stained wood and evokes i...
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1980s Italian Vintage Gothic Revival Seating

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Wood

Gothic Revival Entryway Red Velvet Bench Hall Chair
By Grant Wood 1
Located in Bensalem, PA
This is an original church bench from the Episcopal Academy, founded in 1785, is a private, co-educational school for grades Pre-K through 12 based in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania. P...
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1890s American Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Mahogany

19th C Highly Carved English Oak Bench Hall Seat w Lions & Dragons + Storage
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic highly carved Gothic Oak hall bench with full lions and winged dragons on the back panel. Full body mythic lions make up the armrests while the back panel has swirling drag...
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1860s Scottish Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Brass

J P Seddon, Exhibited Crystal Palace 1851. Six Gothic Revival oak dining chairs
Located in London, GB
John Pollard Seddon (1827-1906), six Gothic Revival oak dining chairs. These upholstered dining chairs are the side chairs en suite t...
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1850s Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Oak

Antique Hand Carved Tiger Oak Gothic Revival Desk or Hall Chair w. Leather Seat
Located in Lisse, NL
Great design and finely hand carved Gothic desk chair from the Arts and Crafts Era. This practical size chair from late 19th or early 20th centur...
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Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Seating

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Brass

Practical Early 20th Century Gothic Revival Oak Hall Bench with Amazing Patina
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare Gothic bench with top quality carved, church letter panel and more. This beautifully hand carved, oak church bench from the early 1900s is in ...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Gothic Revival Seating

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Wood, Oak

LOVELY GOTHIC REVIVAL HAND MADE IN ENGLAND OAK THRONE ARMCHAIR WiTH STEEPLE BACK
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning original Gothic Revival circa 1900 English oak Throne armchair with steeple back Please note...
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Early 1900s English Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Oak

Antique French Neogothic Caquetoire ~ Cathedral Chair ~ Armchair
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Neogothic Caquetoire ~ Cathedral Chair ~ Armchair is an intriguing design, originally intended for visiting dignitaries allowing a VIP his or her own special seat. Cra...
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Mid-20th Century French Gothic Revival Seating

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Oak

Gothic Revival Throne Chairs a Pair 1920's
Located in Fulton, CA
A pair of 1920's Gothic Revival armchairs. Also referred to as Jacobean, Spanish Revival and Renaissance Revival. Highly detailed carving with claw foot and barley twist detail. Meas...
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Early 20th Century American Gothic Revival Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Chest or Coffer Painted & Carved Pine, End of Bed Spain circa 1960
Located in Labrit, Landes
Spanish coffer or chest made circa 1960. This pine and wrought iron chest has been fully painted, even inside. Bunches of grapes, lemons, melons, apples and watermelons adorn this co...
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Mid-20th Century French Gothic Revival Seating

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Wrought Iron

English Gothic Revival Carved Throne Chair
Located in Queens, NY
19th century English Gothic Revival style oak high back carved and filigree Bishop's throne chair with griffin finials.
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19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Oak

Gothic Revival Hand-Carved Side Chair, 1930s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare Gothic Revival side chair. Striking Dutch design from the 1930s. Solid oak frame with original hand-carved elements. This wonderful Gothic Revival side chair is in ...
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1930s Dutch Vintage Gothic Revival Seating

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Oak

19th Century French Gothic Revival Carved Bleached Oak Hall Bench with Trapdoor
Located in Dallas, TX
Compliment your entryway, hallway or mud room with this heavily carved antique bench. Crafted in northern France, circa 1880, and built of solid oak wood, the bleached Renaissance st...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Oak

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...
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19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Oak

Antique and Handcrafted Gothic Revival Solid Tiger Oak Practical Hallway Bench
Located in Lisse, NL
Perfect size and shape church bench. This very well crafted, solid oak bench is a perfect example of quality made European furniture from the late 1900's. We felt very fortunate to ...
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Late 19th Century European Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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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
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Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Oak

Set of Four Neo-Gothic Armchairs, France, Circa 1860
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare set of four neo-Gothic armchairs in carved wood with straight backs, framed by a twisted frieze decorated with foliage at the corners, and ending in a point topped with a seed. ...
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1860s French Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Silk, Wood

Antique American Gothic Revival Cathedral Back Carved Walnut Throne Side Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
Large antique American Gothic Revival throne chair, circa 1870s. Made from walnut with a pierced cathedral back featuring arches and a cen...
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1870s Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

Petite Antique French Gothic Revival Wood Hall Bench Child Settle Library Steps
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Rare antique wood hand carved gothic revival child settle / small hall bench / foldable Library Ladder, Metamorphic Library steps, 1880s This uniqu...
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1880s French Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Fabric, Wood

A Pair of Early 19th Century Carved Oak Sofas, Designed by William Atkinson
Located in London, GB
A Pair of Early 19th Century Carved Oak Sofas, Designed by William Atkinson With subtly carved gothic detailing to the arm, and low, broad and deep dimensions. From the workshops of...
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Early 19th Century Scottish Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Upholstery, Oak

Charles Bevan attributed. A Gothic Revival oak side chair with carved decoration
Located in London, GB
Charles Bevan (attributed), a Gothic Revival oak side chair, with rounded details to the upper backrest rail flanked by shaped uprights with carved and ebonized zig-zag bands to the ...
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1870s English Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Oak

French Carved Gothic Revival Oak & Leather Chair Ca 19th Century
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
19th-Century French Gothic Revival Hall Chair Steeped in history and artistry, this 19th-century French Gothic Revival hall chair is a true collector’s piece. Crafted from rich oak...
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19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Leather, Oak

Antique French Bench Settee Gothic Oak Tracery Lift Top Seat Storage Trunk 19C
Located in Tyler, TX
BEAUTIFUL Antique French Oak GOTHIC REVIVAL Bench or Settee with Lift-Top Seat for Storage~~HIGHLY CARVED ~~c. 1880s Spectacular design elements featuring tracery, linen ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Oak

A W N Pugin attributed, made by Gillows of Lancaster. A Gothic Revival oak side
Located in London, GB
A W N Pugin attributed, made by Gillows of Lancaster. A Gothic Revival oak side chair with carved entwining leaf florets to the shaped upper back rest, and a carved rose to the centr...
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1860s English Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Oak

Pair of Coalbrookdale Serpent and Grape Pattern Iron Garden Benches
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Spectacular pair of English cast iron garden benches having a "serpent and grape" pattern by Coalbrookdale Foundry. The benches have a rare iron slatted seat and backrest. The end supports feature a snake curled around the legs eating a grape cluster. The gracefully curved arms end with dogs head terminals. The patinated iron has a painted finish. Excellent joinery and craftsmanship from a historic foundry. Also known as "dog and serpent...
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19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Iron

English Oak Gothic Style Curule Armchairs Attributed to A.W.N. Pugin, circa 1830
Located in Kinderhook, NY
English late Regency period circa 1830 'Gothic' style armchairs of curule form having solid oak chamfer edge frames, the rectangular (upholstered) backs connecting padded-rest arms c...
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Early 19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Upholstery, 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 ...
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19th Century Italian Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Charles Bevan Marsh Jones & Cribb, Gothic Revival New Registered Reclining Chair
Located in London, GB
Charles Bevan under licence to Marsh Jones & Cribb. A 'New Registered Reclining Chair'. A Gothic Revival reclining upholstered arm chair, with pegged oak frame and original casters. The brass mechanism is in great shape still works effortlessly. Measures: Height 40 inches, width 26 inches, depth fully retracted 30", fully extended depth is 45". Marsh and Jones began making furniture around 1850, originally known as “Marsh and Jones: Medieval Cabinet Makers” of Leeds", becoming Marsh Jones and Cribb in 1867 and exhibited at the Paris Exposition in 1878. They employed Charles Bevan who in 1865 gave them licence to manufacture his successful ‘New Registered Reclining Chair'. Bevan designed the furniture and interiors for the son of Sir Titus Salt an enormous commission for his marital home Saltaire. Another leading architect and interior designer Bruce J Talbert...
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Early 1900s English Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Oak

Rare Antique Pair of Gothic Revival and Medieval Style Cloister or Church Chairs
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique and impressive, Gothic style chairs with an amazing patina. These rare and solid oak church or monastery chairs have a beautiful patination ...
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Early 19th Century European Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Brass

Pair 19th Century Victorian Gothic Revival Turned Carved Ebonized Armchairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
a fantastic example of Gothic revival furniture, the robust pair of ebonized Gothic style arm chairs with padded back with openwork pointed arch crest flanked by turned stiles; above...
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19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Wood

Four Gothic Revival Oak Hall Chairs
Located in London, GB
A set of four Gothic Revival oak hall chairs, (two shown) carved and pierced backs with a crest, solid seats and shaped front supports. I will sell in pairs.   
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Late 19th Century Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Oak

4 Light Golden Oak Dining Side Hall Chairs Gothic Steeple Back Antique Pugin
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous and extremely rare set of 4 Pugin-style gothic golden oak steeple back chairs in wonderful condition. Likely made around the Mid-20th Century, these beautifully crafted an...
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15th Century and Earlier British Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Oak

Leonard William Collmann, an Exhibition Quality Gothic Revival Oak Chaise Lounge
Located in London, GB
Leonard William Collmann, stamped L W Collmann. A rare exhibition quality Gothic Revival oak chaise lounge or daybed with incised and inlaid details through out, a wonderful origina...
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1860s English Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Brass

Gothic Revival Sofa
Located in Chicago, IL
This unique 3-cushion sofa features an extraordinary hand-carved solid Oak frame featuring claw feet, swirling vines, and winged cherubs. The soft bouclé upholstery and interior fill...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Bouclé, Oak

Gothic Revival Sofa
Gothic Revival Sofa
$8,250 Sale Price
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J.G.Crace attributed. In the style of AWN Pugin. A pair of Gothic Revival chairs
Located in London, GB
J.G.Crace attributed. In the style of AWN Pugin. A pair of Gothic Revival oak cane seat dining chairs. The head rail and back rail with carved florets and chamfered details throughou...
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1870s English Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Oak

Pair of Antique Gothic Revival Carved Hardwood Side Chairs, Late 19th Century
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Pair of antique Gothic Revival carved hardwood side chairs with upholstered seats.
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Early 20th Century Chinese Gothic Revival Seating

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Hardwood

Long Victorian Oak Foot Stool with carved Gothic Tracery
By Pugin
Located in Dereham, GB
Long Victorian Oak Foot Stool with carved Gothic Tracery Angled top with red needle point upholstery, Oak Frame with 8 square block legs Carved Gothic Tracery detail between legs No...
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Late 19th Century British Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Oak

Signed Oscar Bach Large Ornate Lion Head with Scrolls Bronze & Upholstery Bench
Located in St. Louis, MO
Scarce bronze hall bench designed by famed designer Oscar Bruno Bach (1884-1957). Over 6' bench with lion head, hand wrought, hammered, twisted bronze and fret work on faux leopard p...
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1930s American Vintage Gothic Revival Seating

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Bronze

Charles Bevan attr. A set of five Gothic Revival oak dining chairs & an armchair
Located in London, GB
Charles Bevan for Marsh Jones and Cribb, attributed. A good quality set of six Gothic Revival oak dining chairs with geometric dot and...
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1870s English Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Oak

Neo-Gothic Walnut Armchair, 19th Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Neo-Gothic walnut armchair, 19th century Large neo-Gothic walnut armchair, 19th century, cathedral seat. H: 126 cm, W: 63 cm, D: 50 cm
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Walnut

Pair Gothic Oversized Heavily Carved Walnut Arm Chairs Tall Back Thrones MINT!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Gothic Oversized Heavily Carved Walnut Arm Chairs Tall Back Thrones MINT!
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20th Century American Gothic Revival Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

A pair of substantial Gothic Revival oak hall chairs with period tiles
Located in London, GB
A pair of Gothic Revival oak hall chairs with two sets of period tiles inset in each chair depicting medieval farm workers. The tiles designed by John Moyr Smith.
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1880s English Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Oak

Charles Bevan attributed. A gothic Revival side chair with chamfered edges
Located in London, GB
Charles Bevan attributed. A gothic Revival side chair with chamfered edges, and ebonized dot decoration to the lower back, and to the front and back seat corners. With ring turned su...
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1870s English Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Walnut

Alfred Waterhouse attributed for James Lamb. A Gothic Revival oak hall chair
Located in London, GB
Alfred Waterhouse attributed for James Lamb. A Gothic Revival oak hall chair with carved rosette to the domed top and further stylized carving with ebonized incised details, and a cu...
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1870s English Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Oak

Eight Hand Carved Walnut Gothic Revival Dining Chairs circa 1840 Stunning Frames
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to this lovely suite of eight Gothic Revival hand carved walnut dining chairs A very good looking and well made suite, made in circa 1840 but based on a much earl...
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1840s English Antique Gothic Revival Seating

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Walnut

Gothic Revival seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Gothic Revival seating 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 seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, more furniture and collectibles, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, oak and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Gothic Revival seating made in a specific country, there are Europe, United Kingdom, and England pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original seating, popular names associated with this style include Gillows of Lancaster & London, Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin, John Pollard Seddon, and George Edmund Street. 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 seating differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $556 and tops out at $44,751 while the average work can sell for $3,184.

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