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 oak display cabinet with arch & quatrefoil decoration on a stand.
Located in London, GB
A Gothic Revival oak display cabinet with an open display area to the top and little ear shaped details to each side and a castellated decoration below the glazed door, with five arc...
Oak
$3,080Sale Price|46% Off
19th Century French Gothic Cathedral Giltwood & Glass Reliquary / Vitrine
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th Century French gothic cathedral giltwood & glass reliquary / vitrine France, mid-19th century. A reliquary is a container for the display a...
Glass, Giltwood
1800's Antique Cabinet, Vitrine, Display, French Gothic Revival, Carved Wood!
Located in Austin, TX
Gorgeous 1800's Antique Cabinet, Vitrine, Display, French Gothic Revival, Carved Wood! Antique Cabinet, Vitrine, Display, French Gothic Revival, Carved Wood, 1800s! French Gothic R...
Glass, Wood
Late 19th Century Gothic Revival Reliquary Casket
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
A Gothic Revival reliquary. Circa late 19th / early 20th century. Made of solid oak with fine carving. Reliquaries have been used to store relics since the Middle Ages. In sacred architecture they are often located behind the main altar in the chancel. In addition to classical, often church-like caskets, anthropomorphic, so-called "speaking" reliquaries were also made, which already inform the viewer about their contents through their own design. Mostly they were made of precious metals and decorated with rich sculptural ornaments or precious stones. One of the most famous examples of reliquaries is the Epiphany shrine of Nicholas of Verdun from the late 12th or early 13th century in Cologne Cathedral. The reliquary offered here has an architectural structure with a rectangular ground plan. The three-sided glazed box with a dormer roof rests on a plinth. A total of 8 columns of Corinthian order form the arcades which are crowned on both long sides by 3 lancets each and enclose the lancet windows...
Glass, Oak
$4,316Sale Price|20% Off
French Oak Hunt Display Cabinet Vitrine Louis XIII Style
Located in SAINTE-COLOMBE, FR
French Oak Hunt Display Cabinet Louis XIII Style This Neo-Gothic Oak Hunt Display Cabinet features prolific deep relief carving throughout. On the top an arched pediment with a ce...
Glass, Oak
$2,963Sale Price|24% Off
H 80 in W 42 in D 15 in
American Arch Shape Lucite, Mirror & Oak Wood Vitrine, Showcase, Display Cabinet
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern two piece arched Lucite top Vitrine, showcase, bookshelf made in America 1980 with a blonde Oak Wood Cabinet Base. Features a mirrored Back and 2 tier clear Lucit...
Chrome
$293Sale Price|50% Off
H 14.57 in W 5.52 in D 2.76 in
French Late 19th Century Neo Gothic Gilded Metal Saint Statue
Located in Buisson, FR
Wonderful gilded metal saint statue with beautiful expression. France, circa 1880-1900. Weathered. Measurements include the wooden base.
Metal
$3,393
H 54.73 in W 17.33 in D 29.53 in
English antique wood and original glass display cabinet, with shelves, 1800s
Located in MIlano, IT
Antique wooden display case, with internal shelves and original glass from the time. Of English origin and dating back to the first half of...
Glass, Wood
Vintage Mahogany Display Vitrine Cabinet
Located in Pasadena, CA
This elegant vintage mahogany display cabinet has a mirrored back and two glass shelves to exhibit your special treasures. Adorned wi...
Glass, Mahogany
Mastercraft Brass Vitrine / Display Cabinet
By Mastercraft
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Discover the allure of refined vintage design with this exceptional Mastercraft brass vitrine display cabinet. Meticulously ...
Brass
French Art Deco Vitrine, Display Cabinet
Located in North Bergen, NJ
This incredible French Art Deco vitrine has a large glass front with glass shelves inside. Gold hardware to accent the wood beautifully. Can be...
$5,431Sale Price|20% Off
H 74.81 in W 30.32 in D 19.3 in
Antique English 19th Century Sheraton Revival Mahogany Display Cabinet on Stand
Located in London, GB
Antique English 19th century Sheraton revival mahogany display cabinet on stand. A 19th century mahogany display cabinet on stand,...
Glass, Mahogany
$1,400 / set
H 27 in W 12 in D 6 in
19th Century Italian Baroque Reliquaries, Gilt Brass, Ornate Design
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century pair of ornate gilded relicquaries made of brass with a gilt finish. The feature highly decorative Baroque or Rococo-style detailing, including intricate scrollwork, f...
Brass
19th Century French Ecclesiastical Iron & Bronze Altar Rail
Located in Forney, TX
A rare and magnificent architectural ecclesiastical iron and bronze altar railing. Created in France in the 19th century, commissioned for a Victorian er...
Bronze, Iron
French Louis XV Style Hand-Painted Curio Vitrine Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Hand Painted Wood, Original Curved Glass, Brass Accents, Original Skeleton Key Style: French Louis XV This elegant curio vitrine ...
Brass
$3,995
H 88 in W 49.5 in D 14.5 in
Baker Paint Decorated Venetian Italian Vitrine Display China Cabinet Vitrine
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This exquisite Baker Furniture Venetian Italian paint decorated vitrine cabinet is a masterful blend of artistry, elegance, and functionality. Featuring a beautifully curved bonnet t...
Walnut
Antique Countertop Display Case on Stand
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A charming antique countertop display cabinet featuring a warm wood frame, clear glass panels, and a sliding rear door for access. Raised on tall, turned black legs, it has a light, ...
Glass, Wood, Oak
1900s French Gothic Revival Wooden Vitrine
Located in High Point, NC
This 1900s French wooden vitrine showcases timeless craftsmanship and elegant design, making it a striking display cabinet for both decorative and functional use. Crafted from solid ...
Glass, Wood
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H 62.8 in W 37.8 in D 16.93 in
Early 19th Century Rustic-Country Spanish Open Bookcase with Gothic Reliefs
Located in Miami, FL
Early 19th century Rustic Spanish open bookcase is a relic from the distant past, ready to serve your family for generations yet to come! Hand-hewn from old-growth timbers of solid w...
Iron
19th Century French Provincial Oak Vitrine
Located in High Point, NC
This delightful vitrine in natural oak would have originally been used to display the prized glass and chinaware of a Provincial household. Made in France in the 1800s, the elaborate...
Glass, Oak
French Gothic Revival Display Cabinet
Located in High Point, NC
A small wooden display cabinet from 1900s France, this antique find flaunts an outstanding gothic inspired profile. Two solemn pillars flank an acut...
Glass, Wood
18th Century Lacquered Wood Neo Gothic Sicilian Display Cabinet
Located in Catania, Sicilia
An antique neo gothic credenzas hand-crafted in Sicily at the end of 18th century, the lacquered fake yellow siena marble it's in very good conditions. Original glasses, it has been ...
Fruitwood, Lacquer
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H 100.4 in W 59.45 in D 15.75 in
19th Century D Matali & Sons Huge Ebonised Gothic Display Vitrine Shop Cabinet
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A huge Gothic shop cabinet, with its original ebonised finish, bowed glass and thick internal glass shelving. The cabinet has a single hinged door and its well cast bronze handles...
Glass, Hardwood, Pine
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H 781.5 in W 40.95 in D 10.83 in
Early 18th Century Rustic-Country Spanish Open Bookcase with Gothic Reliefs
Located in Miami, FL
Early 18th century Rustic Spanish open bookcase is a relic from the distant past, ready to serve your family for generations yet to come! Hand-he...
Iron
19th Century French Gothic Bonnetiere, Cabinet
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century French Gothic Bonnetiere ~ cabinet is a marvel of the revival of the timeless style which historically dates back to the mid-12th century in St. Denis, France. This sple...
Brass
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H 68.5 in W 46.25 in D 16 in
Antique RJ Horner School Figural Lion Carved Oak China Cabinet, circa 1880
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique R.J. Horner School oak china cabinet offers oak construction with carved wind god and foliate scrolled frieze surmounting case with lion heads flanking bent glass door, gl...
Oak
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H 60.5 in W 39.75 in D 19.25 in
Rare Spanish 19th-20th Century Gothic-Baroque Vitrine Exhibition Display Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Rare Spanish 19th-20th century Gothic Revival Baroque style carved mahogany and forged iron vitrine cabinet on stand. The rectangular hammered iron drop-front exhibition, display o...
Iron
19th Century French Gothic Whitewashed Bookcase
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century French Gothic whitewashed bookcase features intricately carved trefoil and Moorish arch detailing, with spacious cabinets on the lower ...
Oak
19th Century Antique Gothic French Walnut Triple Bookcase
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century Gothic Walnut Triple Bookcase is a stunning example of French craftsmanship in what is considered the oldest formal style from Western Europe! Three compartments allow o...
Walnut