Gothic Revival Furniture
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.
Late 20th Century European Gothic Revival Furniture
Metal
1880s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Paper
1880s Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Brass
Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Furniture
Brass, Iron
19th Century Belgian Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Wood, Oak
Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Wood, Oak
19th Century Austrian Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Brass
1920s American Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture
Belgian Black Marble, Bronze, Iron
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Bronze, Gold
Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
1950s American Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture
Multi-gemstone, Brass
Early 19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Bronze, Ormolu
Early 19th Century Spanish Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Wood
1870s American Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Wood
19th Century Belgian Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
1870s American Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Leather, Walnut
Early 1900s Italian Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Wrought Iron
1880s French Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Bronze
Early 19th Century European Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Brass, Bronze
19th Century Austrian Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Gold Leaf
19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Walnut
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Bronze
1880s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Paper
Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Furniture
Brass
Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Furniture
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Furniture
Metal
Late 19th Century European Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Furniture
Bronze
19th Century Belgian Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
1970s Dutch Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Metal
20th Century Turkish Gothic Revival Furniture
Wool
Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Furniture
Brass
20th Century Turkish Gothic Revival Furniture
Wool
Late 19th Century German Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Glass, Oak
1860s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Metal, Brass
20th Century Unknown Gothic Revival Furniture
Walnut
1950s Italian Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture
Wood, Paint
Late 19th Century European Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Brass, Gold Leaf
19th Century European Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Brass, Enamel
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Fruitwood, Maple, Walnut
1870s French Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Brass
Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Furniture
Metal, Wrought Iron, Brass
Mid-20th Century French Gothic Revival Furniture
Wrought Iron
Early 1900s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Brass
1930s Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Furniture
Stained Glass
19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Brass
Early 20th Century American Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
1880s French Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Wood
Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Furniture
Wood, Glass, Oak
1960s Dutch Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
1860s American Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Brass
1970s Scandinavian Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture
Mirror, Oak
1970s Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture
Mirror, Wood
19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Marble