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Gothic Revival Furniture

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
Place of Origin: British
Strawberry Hill Gothic Pier Mirror
Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset
A pair of rectangular carved giltwood Gothic design pier mirrors inspired by the style and decoration of The Long Gallery at Strawberry Hill. We are c...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Giltwood, Wood

Strawberry Hill Gothic Overmantel Mirror
Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset
A carved rectangular giltwood Gothic design triple plate overmantel mirror, inspired by the style and decoration of the Long Gallery at Strawberry Hill...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Gothic Revival Furniture

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Wood, Giltwood

Antique Victorian Holland & Sons Mount Street London Hand Carved Display Cabinet
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely exquisite very rare Holland &Son's Mount Street London stamped, dome fronted display cabinet...
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19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Glass, Hardwood

Six Original Victorian circa 1890 Steeple Back Gothic Arch Oak Dining Chairs 6
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely suite of six original Gothic revival English oak Victorian dining chairs circa 1890 A very decorative and well made set, each chair ...
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1890s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Oak

Antique Carved Oak Envelope card Table with Single Drawer and gaming wells.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
Antique Carved Oak Enveloped Quarter Top card Table with Single Drawer and gaming wells. Can be used as a stand alone side table. Ornate carvings on top, ornate legs with new baize g...
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Early 20th Century British Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Oak

Vintage Dark Oak Priory Style Monks Bench With Lion Arm Rests
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
Carved oak monks bench. carvings to the front, both sides of the top & lovely carved lion arm supports.The seat lifts to reveal a storage box and the top is beautifully carved on...
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Mid-20th Century British Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Oak

EXQUISiTE & IMPORTANT ORNATELY HAND CARVED GOTHIC REVIVAL PUGIN STYLE BOOKCASE
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for this really quite stunning Antique circa 1860-1880 Gothic Revival Pugin style bookcase which is wonderfully carve...
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1860s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Glass, Oak

PAIR OF ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN 1880 CONTINENTAL JACOBEAN GOTHIC REVIVAL BOOKCASES
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for this lovely pair of stunning circa 1860-1880 hand carved Continental Oak, Library bookcase cabinets in the Jacobe...
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1880s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Oak

Large 8 Slice Hollding Antique Sterling Silver Toast Rack - Edinburgh 1843
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Edinburgh in 1843 by James McKay, this handsome, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Toast Rack, features shaped feet, an ornate handle, and will hold 8 pieces of toast....
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1840s Scottish Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Sterling Silver

A Pair of Tall Wrought Iron Church Floor Candle Holders Gothic Style
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
A Pair of Tall Wrought Iron Church Floor Candle Holders Gothic Style in original condition. Heavy square bases large top holders to stand large church candles. Perfect for a grand ha...
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Early 20th Century British Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Set of 18 Gothic Architectural Prints ( Scotland ) After Robert Billings. 1848
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Glorious set of 18 prints of Gothic Architecture in Scotland Steel engravings. After R.W. Billings Published by William Blackwood & Sons, Edinburgh. Dated 1848 Unframed.
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1840s Scottish Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Paper

Pair of Neoclassical Gothic Hand Scrolled Brass Stands with Wood Tops c1870
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of neoclassical gothic stands/tables created from hand cut scrolled and hammered brass. Intricate bases with tri stands of brass which has aged perfectly and mellowed t...
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1870s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Brass

19th century carved oak mirrored sideboard of grand proportions
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century carved oak mirrored sideboard of grand proportions, circa 1860. Here we present a profusely carved buffet comprising of 4 sections. 2 pedestals, top surface and mirror....
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Oak

Set of Four Gothic Revival English Bleached Oak Dining Chairs with Arched Backs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A set of four English Gothic Revival bleached oak dining room chairs with broken arch backs, faceted tapering legs and custom linen upholstery. This set of four English Gothic Reviva...
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Early 20th Century English Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Gillows Of Lancaster Gothic Revival Bookcase
Located in Southall, GB
A handsome late 19th century Gillows bookcase. Crafted from fine quality mahogony with glazed panels in the gothic style. The bottom cabinet doors are skilfully moulded with arched f...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

A pair of late 19th century brass hinges in the Gothic style.
Located in London, GB
A pair of late 19th century brass hinges in the Gothic style.
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Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Brass

SUITE OF THREE HIGH SEAT HAND PAINTED SiDE CHAIRS IN THE GOTHIC REVIVAL TASTE
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely suite of three vintage hand painted bergère Gothic Revival chairs with higher than normal seats ...
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20th Century English Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Pine

Pair of fruitwood gothic revival carved cherubs
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of gothic revival carved cherubs circa 1970. Good quality pair of hardwood cherubs which are coloured to match walnut. Each figure seated on a plinth base of carved rock, tree...
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Late 20th Century English Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Fruitwood

A Pair of Gothic Style Oak Hexagonal Side Tables
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
A Pair of Gothic Style Oak Wood Hexagonal Side Tables. Crafted with precision and attention to detail, these tables are the perfect addition to any living space. The sturdy wooden oa...
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Late 20th Century British Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Oak

17th Century Style Gothic Looking Oak Credence Side Hall Table
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
17th Century Style Gothic Look Oak Credence Side Hall Table. This timeless piece exudes elegance and charm. Crafted from high-quality oak, this table showcases a rich, warm finish th...
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Mid-20th Century British Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Oak

19th CENTURY MAGAZINE RACK IN BRIAR AND SOLID WALNUT
Located in Firenze, FI
This magazine rack is a unique piece, characterized by its elegance and refinement. Made entirely of fine briar and solid walnut, it is a piece of furniture that reflects the typical...
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19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Wood, Walnut

A magnificent antique English 19th century Gothic Revival carved oak mantel
Located in Tyrone, Northern Ireland
A magnificent antique English 19th century Gothic Revival carved oak fire surround This beautifully designed fireplace is both grand and stunning, it features outstanding quality of ...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Oak

Pair of English Victorian Gothic Revival Oak Doors
Located in New York, NY
Pair of English Victorian Gothic Revival style oak pocket door panels with linenfold design and arch top (PRICED AS Pair).
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19th Century British Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Oak

19th Century James Shoolbred London Victorian Gothic Oak Footrest Stool
Located in Norwich, GB
An unusual Victorian gothic oak footrest/stool made by James Shoolbred of London. Circa 1880. Maker's label. The footrest has shaped ends with pierced de...
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19th Century British Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Oak

Pair of English Gothic Revival Oak Railings
Located in New York, NY
Pair of English Gothic Revival style (19th Century) oak carved railing panels with open design and finial (PRICED AS Pair).
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19th Century British Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Oak

Alfred Waterhouse A Gothic Revival Oak Partners Desk With Two Drawers Each Side
By Alfred Waterhouse
Located in London, GB
Alfred Water House in the style of. A Gothic Revival oak Partners desk with a large open writing area and a pair of drawers to each side and a turned gallery to each end and below the drawers with a central opening for more leg room. The graduating turned legs united by conforming turned gallery to each end on original brass and ceramic castors. A well-designed architectural desk for two...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Oak

Joseph Ellwood for Six Dots, Charred Teak Coffee Table
Located in London, GB
This coffee table is a unique work of contemporary design by artist and designer Joseph Ellwood for his brand Six Dots Design. This captivating coffee ...
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2010s British Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Bat Wall Light Silver Plated Victorian Style very Decorative
Located in Paris, FR
Silverplate wall light in the shape of a bat with two supports for candles. The bat was a very popular animal during the late 19th century and really inspired all Art Nouveau designe...
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20th Century English Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Brass

E W Godwin for Northampton town hall. A Gothic Revival oak refectory table
Located in London, GB
E.W. Godwin attributed for Northampton town hall. A gothic revival oak refectory table with cross braced legs united by an upper stretcher.
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1860s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Oak

A polychrome painted octagonal pedestal with a graduated molded edge to the top
Located in London, GB
A Gothic Revival polychrome painted octagonal pedestal with a graduated molded edge to the top, below on five sides are pierced offset trefoils above each are blind carved Gothic arc...
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1870s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Pine

Gothic Revival brass desk set with a pair of candlesticks & a matching pen tray.
Located in London, GB
A Gothic Revival brass desk set with a pair of brass candlesticks and a matching pen tray all inset with multi-coloured semi-precious glass bulls eyes. Tray H 2.5 cm x W 22 cm x D 7....
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1880s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Brass

A large Gothic Revival heavy brass jug with a simple angular form and handle.
Located in London, GB
A large Gothic Revival heavy brass jug with a simple angular form that feels well balanced in the hand.
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1870s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Brass

Charles Bevan A pair of Gothic Revival side chairs
Located in London, GB
Charles Bevan under licence to Marsh Jones & Cribb. A pair of Gothic Revival side chairs, with pegged oak frame and scissor style legs on the original decorative brass and ceramic ca...
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1870s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Oak

E W Pugin. Gothic Revival oak chair designed for the Granville Hotel in Ramsgate
Located in London, GB
E. Welby Pugin. A Gothic Revival oak chair design can be found in the Public Record Office, Kew. (BT/43/58, no. 245877)., and is titled 'front elevation of chair quarter real size'. ...
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1870s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Oak

A W N Pugin Gothic Revival oak armchair by Gillows of Lancaster or Holland & Son
Located in London, GB
A W N Pugin, probably made by Gillows of Lancaster or Holland and son, for the House of Lords in Parliament Square London. A Gothic Revival oak armchair. Professionally re-upholstered.
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1860s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Oak

Pair of Gothic Revival heavy brass candelabras with 5 graduating candle holders.
Located in London, GB
A pair of large Gothic Revival heavy brass table candelabras each with a row of five graduating candle sconces on a flat base with hexagonal feet.
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1870s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Brass

A W N Pugin. A modern craftsman made Gothic Revival oak octagonal centre table
Located in London, GB
A W N Pugin after a design by. A modern craftsman made Gothic Revival oak octagonal centre table with a central upright turned column that passes through the arched legs uniting the ...
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1980s English Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Oak

A large Gothic Revival picture frame with stylized floral carvings
Located in London, GB
A large Gothic Revival picture frame with stylized floral carvings throughout the edges displaying an original crewel work tapestry of floral decoration with a deer and a rabbit.
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1870s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Wood

A Gothic Revival oak and inlaid wall mirror with the original mercury mirror
Located in London, GB
A Gothic Revival oak and inlaid wall mirror with the original mercury mirror.
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1870s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Oak

A good quality set of four Gothic Revival oak dining chairs with bobbin turnings
Located in London, GB
A good quality set of four Gothic Revival oak dining chairs with twin pierced quatrefoil details to the arched top and bobbin turned legs with original brass and white ceramic castor...
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1870s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Oak

Charles Bevan for Marsh & Jones Gothic Revival side table with a burr walnut top
Located in London, GB
Charles Bevan. For Marsh and Jones of Leeds. A rare Gothic Revival Walnut with Burr Walnut top side table, with molded edge to the burr walnut top, a single drawer and raised on cori...
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1870s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Walnut

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 Furniture

Materials

Oak

Jones & Willis Gothic Revival brass jug from the Church of St Barnabas of Darwen
Located in London, GB
Jones and Willis A large Gothic Revival heavy brass jug. Circa 1870. with a later inscription: For the glory of God, and the use of the church of St B...
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1870s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Brass

A W N Pugin, after a design by. A late 20th Century Gothic Revival oak table
Located in London, GB
A. W. N. Pugin, after a design by. A late 20th Century Gothic Revival oak table. Of the type that Pugin instructed was to be made for "poor vicars". He asked the furniture maker John...
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1990s English Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Oak

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...
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1870s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Oak

Prattware. A Gothic Revival terracotta jug with gilded line decoration.
Located in London, GB
Prattware. A Gothic Revival terracotta jug with gilded line decoration. Circa 1880. Impressed mark F & R PRATT & CO. 24.
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1880s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Terracotta

A W N Pugin, probably made by Gillows of Lancaster A Gothic Revival oak armchair
Located in London, GB
A W N Pugin, probably made by Gillows of Lancaster for the House of Lords London. A Gothic Revival oak armchair with carved rosettes to the headrest, and each side of the arms, and u...
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1860s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Oak

John Pollard Seddon Gothic Revival oak armchair with through pegged tenon joints
Located in London, GB
John Pollard Seddon attributed. A Gothic Revival oak armchair with through pegged tenon joints that have faceted edges to the ends of the tenon, a typical...
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1870s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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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 Furniture

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Walnut

A good quality pair of subtle Gothic Revival hand crafted beech candelabras.
Located in London, GB
A good quality pair of subtle Gothic Revival candelabras hand carved from beech. Skillfully hand carved and sculptured in three parts.
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1910s English Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture

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Beech

George Edmund Street. Judges armchair designed for The Royal Courts of Justice.
Located in London, GB
George Edmund Street. A Gothic Revival walnut armchair, designed for the Judges for The Royal Courts of Justice in Fleet St (London's High Court). With spiral carved finials and furt...
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1870s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Walnut

EARLY VICTORIAN GOTHiC REVIVAL ASTRAL GLAZED LIBRARY BOOKCASE WITH STEEPLE GLASS
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely antique early Victorian circa 1840 Mahogany Astral Glazed Gothic Revival library bookcase with s...
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1840s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Glass, Hardwood

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 Furniture

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Oak

Bruce Talbert attributed probably made by Gillows. A Gothic Revival oak armchair
Located in London, GB
Bruce Talbert attributed, probably made by Gillows. A Gothic Revival oak armchair with a shaped head rail centered with a carved floret, flanked by carved floral finials...
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1880s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Oak

Charles Bevan attributed. A Gothic Revival side chair with scroll carvings
Located in London, GB
Charles Bevan attributed. A gothic Revival side chair with scroll carvings to the upper sides and incised decoration framing the backrest, with chamfered, and carved, and dot decorat...
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1870s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Oak

Set of Three Victorian Gothic Revival Decanters c1850
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Set of three Victorian gothic revival decanters Date : c1850 Period : Victoria Origin : England Colour : Blue flashed and cut to clear Stopper : Faceted gothic spire Neck :...
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1850s British Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

Jones and Willis. A pair of Gothic Revival heavy brass castellated candlesticks
Located in London, GB
Jones and Willis. A pair of Gothic Revival heavy brass castellated candlesticks with tiny pierced decorations.
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1870s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Brass

Alfred Waterhouse. A Gothic Revival oak side table with double cross stretchers.
Located in London, GB
Alfred Waterhouse attributed. A Gothic Revival oak side table with unusual double cross stretchers uniting the turned legs, the upper cross stretcher with a turned finial to the cent...
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1880s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Oak

Gothic Revival furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Gothic Revival furniture 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 furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, seating, lighting and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Gothic Revival furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, United Kingdom, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include John Ruskin, Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin, Gillows of Lancaster & London, and Britt Jewett. 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 furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $30 and tops out at $189,810 while the average work can sell for $3,122.

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