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 19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Ceramic, Plaster, Pine
Mid-19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Glass, Hardwood
19th Century Scandinavian Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Birch, Satinwood
Early 20th Century English Gothic Revival Furniture
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Furniture
Wrought Iron
Late 19th Century Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Silk
Mid-19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Gold
1880s Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
20th Century Unknown Gothic Revival Furniture
Walnut
1840s Austrian Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Granite, Steel
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Mohair, Walnut
Early 19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Iron
Mid-20th Century French Gothic Revival Furniture
Steel
1860s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Porcelain
Mid-19th Century American Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Stained Glass, Oak
1860s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
1830s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Brass, Bronze
19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Bronze
1920s Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture
Metal
1920s Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture
Paper
1880s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
Late 19th Century British Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Bronze, Brass
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Stucco, Oak
1960s Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture
Stained Glass
Mid-20th Century French Gothic Revival Furniture
Iron
1840s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Wood
Mid-19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Walnut
Late 19th Century Belgian Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Bronze
Early 20th Century Gothic Revival Furniture
Bronze
1820s French Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
19th Century Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Plaster
Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century German Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Upholstery, Walnut
1880s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Walnut
Early 19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Stone, Limestone
Early 19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Mahogany
Late 19th Century European Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Mahogany
Early 19th Century European Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Brass
19th Century British Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Spelter
Late 19th Century British Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Bronze
Mid-20th Century American Gothic Revival Furniture
Milk Glass
Early 1900s British Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
Early 20th Century Belgian Gothic Revival Furniture
Brass
Early 19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Porcelain
Early 1800s Irish Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Leather
19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Wood
Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Brass, Steel
Mid-20th Century French Gothic Revival Furniture
Resin
Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
Late 19th Century Belgian Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Walnut
Early 20th Century Gothic Revival Furniture
Concrete
1870s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Brass
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Terracotta
1890s American Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Stone