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
Antique French Neogothic Armchair, Desk Chair
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Neogothic Armchair ~ Desk Chair is an instant classic! Such chairs were designed for work before the days of ubiquitous casters. The low wraparound seat back provided ...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Restored Pair Vintage Witco Tiki Dramatic High Back Chairs in Original Red Fur
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Pair of restored Witco Conquistador tiki dramatic high-back chairs in original red fur. These chairs are absolutely wild in the best kind of way. The original red fur fabric has a thick pile. This bright red upholstery adds drama to the high-back, iron cladded, hand-carved chairs. These highly collectible and hard-to-find thrown chairs were born of the jet-set era. The 1960s was the golden age of air travel and Americans were absolutely fascinated with “Exotica.” Ephemera from exotic tropical lands around South Asia were all the rage and gave birth to an explosion of tiki motifs in popular American culture.
We have four of these chairs available, two arm chairs and two side chairs. This listing is for just the two armless chairs. The two armchairs are sold separate. We also have the matching dining table, sold separate.
We have other Witco items available including conquistador chairs in new leopard upholstery, Witco end table, and Witco cat...
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1960s American Vintage Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Metal
19th Century Gothic Revival Armchair
Located in Essex, MA
A 19th century Gothic Revival armchair in carved walnut upholstered in Holland and Sherry turquoise velvet. Inspired both by Japanese design and Eng...
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1870s American Antique Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
19th Century French Gothic Revival Chair
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Gothic Revival chair is a wonderful testament to the craftsmen of a bygone era! Hand-sculpted from old growth oak, it feature...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Oak
English Gothic Revival Style Pair Carved-Wood Chairs, Early 20th C
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English pair of Gothic Revival style carved and painted wood chairs, circa 1920's. This antique pair of chairs from England have been intricately carved in Gothic Revival style wi...
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Early 20th Century English Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Wood
19th Century French Gothic Hall Bench, Caquetoire
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Gothic hall bench ~ Caquetoire is a celebration of the style, rendered from beautiful walnut and commanding a stately pres...
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1860s French Antique Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Walnut
American Gothic Revival Antique Walnut Hall Bench Settee circa 1890s
Located in Shippensburg, PA
GOTHIC REVIVAL DOVETAILED WALNUT HALL BENCH
United States, circa 1890; with a wonderful early oxidized surface
Item # 209HOE29P
A very interesting settee from the last decade of th...
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19th Century American Antique Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Walnut
Set Solid Oak Wood Foot Stools, 1970s, Holland
Located in Den Haag, NL
Two very nice foot stools, Made in solid oak, comes with a brown leather
upholstery. Manufactured and signed Meubelfabriek Oisterwijk Holland...
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1970s Dutch Vintage Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Oak
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
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Antique Gothic Revival, Hand Carved Solid Oak, Open Design Church Hall Bench
Located in Lisse, NL
Handcrafted Gothic bench with church window-like openings in the sides.
When we first saw this Gothic Revival church bench we immediately fell in love with its open design and light...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Oak
Gothic Revival Wooden Armchairs, Pine & Oak, 20th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gothic Revival; pine; wood; chairs; oak; 20th century; armchairs; dining chairs; dining room; england; folding seats; folding chairs;
A set of six Gothic Revival armchairs, ideal ...
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20th Century English Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Wood, Oak, Pine
Gothic American Parlor Chair
Located in Clermont, FL
An intricately carved swivel chair from the 20th c. Base rotates a full 360 degrees. Chair is highlighted by a sculptural back, hand-crafted in gothic motifs. Crushed velvet upholste...
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20th Century American Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Wood, Velvet
Antique Gothic Revival Stool with Christogram & Demon Carvings and Leather Seat
Located in Lisse, NL
One of a kind, Gothic art stool and stand with a lid and compartment.
If you are looking for good quality and one of a kind antiques in the Gothic Style then this striking stool wit...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Brass
Two Oak Gothic Revival Stools, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare pair of Gothic Revival stools.
Striking Dutch design from the 1900s.
Solid hand-carved oak base with re-upholstered leather seats.
This wonderful pair of Goth...
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Early 1900s Dutch Antique Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
GRAND RAPIDS BOOKCASE & Chair Co Oak Gothic Revival Dining Armchairs - Pair
Located in Charlotte, NC
An antique pair of Gothic Revival style dining armchairs by Grand Rapids Bookcase and Chair Company. Solid oak with carved and turned d...
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Early 20th Century American Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Oak
Carved Louis XVIII French Chateau Walnut Settle/Monks Bench, Early 19th Century
Located in Alton, GB
Carved Louis XVIII French Chateau settle dating from early 19th century. Also referred to as a monks bench this fine example carries a wonderfully aged and worn look in all the right places with a delightful patina showing the age and history evocative of the early gothic revival...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Walnut
GRAND RAPIDS BOOKCASE & Chair Co Oak Gothic Revival Dining Side Chairs - Pair B
Located in Charlotte, NC
An antique pair of Gothic Revival style dining side chairs by Grand Rapids Bookcase and Chair Company. Solid oak with carved and turned...
Category
Early 20th Century American Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Oak
GRAND RAPIDS BOOKCASE & Chair Co Oak Gothic Revival Dining Side Chairs - Pair C
Located in Charlotte, NC
An antique pair of Gothic Revival style dining side chairs by Grand Rapids Bookcase and Chair Company. Solid oak with carved and turned...
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Early 20th Century American Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Oak
Pair Gothic-Style Stools
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a unique pair of Gothic-Style stools that date to the early 20th century. The frames of the stools are well carved in an octagonal Gothic tracery design. The seats are newly ...
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Early 20th Century English Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut, Paint
19th Century, French, Leather Throne Chair
Located in TARBES, FR
Magnificent Basque regionalist armchair from the end of the 19th century in leather and solid oak. Significant wear of the leather on the seat, beautiful patina. The structure of the...
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1880s French Antique Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
GRAND RAPIDS BOOKCASE & Chair Co Oak Gothic Revival Dining Side Chairs - Pair A
Located in Charlotte, NC
An antique pair of Gothic Revival style dining side chairs by Grand Rapids Bookcase and Chair Company. Solid oak with carved and turned...
Category
Early 20th Century American Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Oak
Carved Throne Chairs with Relief Design in Wood, 20th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Wood; Carved; Throne Chair; Side Chair; Relief Design; 20th Century; Europe; Woodworking;
A pair of unusual antique throne chairs made of solid...
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20th Century Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Wood
SIX ANTIQUE ORNATELY CARVED STEEPLE BACK WALNUT GOTHIC REVIVAL DiNING CHAIRS
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely suite of six original Gothic Revival hand carved English oak dining chairs...
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19th Century European Antique Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Oak
Pugin Inspired Arts and Crafts Carved Barrel Back Hall Chairs
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Pugin inspired Arts and Crafts carved barrel back hall chairs.
This is a beautifully designed pair of hall porters chairs from the 19th century Arts a...
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Late 19th Century Antique Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Oak
Oversized Gothic Revival Throne Armchair
Located in New York, NY
Fabulous over-scale Gothic Revial throne style arm chair-in carved oak, with (re upholstered) seat and backrest.
This example is in very good original condition showing only light ...
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19th Century British Antique Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Set of 6 Original Gothic Revival Chairs of the 19th Century
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This set of six neo-Gothic chairs was made in the 1890s. The dark stained oak frame is intricately shaped and has typical neo-Gothic features. The various ornaments and decorative el...
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19th Century Austrian Antique Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Wood, Wicker
Late 19th Century Gothic Revival Armchair
Located in London, GB
Gothic Revival armchair, dating to the late 19th century.
Dimension: H86 x W56.5 x D44 cm.
Category
Late 19th Century European Antique Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Wood
Mid Century Chiavari Chair by Paolo Buffa, Belle Epoque, Reupholstered Fortuny
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Elegant mid century Chiavari chair, by Paolo Buffa, Belle Epoque, Reupholstered with Fortuny damask fabric, Venice, laquered finish.
To ma...
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Early 20th Century Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Walnut
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
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Antique Rustic Neogothic Armchair
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Rustic Neogothic armchair was constructed from thick, solid oak to last for generations, and includes a fine leather upholstery affixed with bra...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
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
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
Pair of Gothic Revival Chairs in Carved Walnut, France, circa 1890
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Pair of caquetoire / side chairs in walnut with carved scroll backs, and beige and pink floral patterned fabric.
Neo / Revival Gothic Renaissance style, France, around 1890.
St...
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1890s French Antique Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
Victorian Gothic Revival Carved Wood Banquette Ottoman
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Gothic Revival carved wood banquette ottoman with foliage motif and upholstery.
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
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
Materials
Iron
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
Materials
Wood, Oak
Antique French Bench Settee Gothic Revival Oak Lift Top Seat Storage Trunk 19C
Located in Tyler, TX
Beautiful antique French oak gothic revival bench or Settee with Lift-Top Seat and Storage~~HIGHLY CARVED ~~c.
1880s
Spectacular design with cup and cover arms~~wonderful spoon carved...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Oak
SIX ANTIQUE HAND CARVED WALNUT BROWN LEATHER GOTHIC REVIVAL DINING CHAIRs 6
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely suite of six Gothic Revival hand carved walnut dining chairs with brown leather seats
A very good looking and well made suite, circa 1...
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1840s British Antique Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Perfectly Hand Carved and Superb Condition Antique Gothic Revival Armchair Chair
Located in Lisse, NL
Good size and great condition Gothic, throne-like armchair.
The only way for us to explain the superb condition of this stunning Gothic chair is to assume that it has always been in a church or monastery. It was there where these works of religious art were respected the most and therefor taken care of better than anywhere else. Since churches often also had more funds than most private people, they would also have the best quality pieces made and this armchair too fits that bill. The turned and leafs decorated legs and armrest supports are extremely well carved and in mint condition. The church window like pannels in the back and the sculptural leaf decor on top of the backrest are equally impressive. This kind of quality, style and beauty was already exceptional in those days and in furniture stores in this day and age, nothing new comes even close to the quality and beauty of the craftsmanship displayed in this antique chair. After more than 120 years this incredibly well carved Gothic chair...
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Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Oak
Monumental Gothic Revival Hall Tree Bench Seating with Storage
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Bespoke monumental hall tree bench seating for five. Made in the Gothic Revival style featuring quatrefoil motifs on the arm leg supports ending with b...
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20th Century American Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Wood, Mirror
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...
Category
Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Brass
Maderas De Santa Barbara Gothic Revival Jungle Room Dining Chairs, Set of 4
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Maderas De Santa Barbara Gothic Revival Jungle Room style dining chairs - Set of 4. Set includes tall backs, original red upholstery, solid wo...
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Mid-20th Century North American Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mid 19th C Country House Gothic Revival Green Leather Armchair Holland & Sons
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A mid Victorian oak & leather easy armchair by Holland & Son.
The oak front legs have a heavy chamfered gothic design, the original green leather is well worn with elderly repair...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
English Gothic Revival Carved Throne Chair
Located in New York, NY
19th century English Gothic Revival style oak high back carved and filigree Bishop's throne chair with griffin finials.
Category
19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Oak
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.
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Oak
AWN Pugin, Six Gothic Revival Oak Dining Chairs Probably for the House of Lords
Located in London, GB
A W N Pugin, made by Gillows of Lancaster. Stamped Gillows to the back legs.
A set of six Gothic Revival oak dining chairs probably designed for the House of Lords...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Oak
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...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Rush, Oak
19th Century French Gothic Walnut Armchair with Embroidery
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century French Gothic walnut armchair with embroidery features timeless design with visual appeal that includes spires, naturalistic forms an...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Walnut
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
Materials
Oak
English Gothic Revival Red Velvet Throne Chair
Located in New York, NY
English Gothic Revival (19/20th Cent) oak monumental throne chair with tracery carved back and a center finial with upholstered red velvet seat and back
Category
20th Century British Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Oak, Velvet
English Gothic Revival Leather Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Set of 11 English Gothic Revival style (19th Century) oak side panel back side chairs with finials and gray leather seats.
Category
19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Late 19th Century Victorian Gothic Revival Leopard Upholstery Arm or Side Chair
Located in Plainview, NY
A rare late 19th century Victorian gothic revival chair. The chair is made of solid mahogany skillfully carved in gothic motifs featuring figural design on both arms and on each side...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Lovely circa 1900 Antique English Oak Gothic Revival Steeple Back Armchair
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer this lovely antique Gothic revival circa 1900 English oak steeple back armchair
A good looking and well made oak table, it has the period timber patina, ...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Oak
AWN Pugin Pair of Gothic Revival Oak Dining Chairs for the Palace of Westminster
Located in London, GB
A.W.N. Pugin. A unusually large pair of Gothic Revival oak dining chairs with carved florets to the lower front legs and chamfered details to the show wood, probably designed for the Palace of Westminster.
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Oak
Unique Handcrafted Elmwood Gothic Revival Monastery Library Step / Reading Chair
Located in Lisse, NL
Finest quality crafted, Gothic Revival monks reading chair.
If you are looking for a stylish chair and a small library step into one then this handcrafted specimen could be perfect ...
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Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Elm
French Gothic-Style Antique High Back Carved Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Tall carved chair in the Gothic style. 19 th c. With a leather seat and tapestry
Upholstered back. The arms in a Griffin carved head.
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Hardwood
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 ...
Category
Early 19th Century European Antique Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Brass
Antique 18th Century English Paneled Oak Pub Bench Settle Pew Gothic Revival
Located in Dayton, OH
Extraordinary 18th century English oak pub bench or sofa. A rectangular form with high back and red velvet upholstery. Features Gothic revival panels and F...
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18th Century Antique Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Upholstery, 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...
Category
1860s English Antique Gothic Revival Seating
Materials
Brass
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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