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
Arts and Crafts Era Gothic Revival Blood of Christ Church Jug w. IHS Christogram
Located in Lisse, NL
Sizable and unique Gothic church relic with the IHS Christogram and the Patonce cross.
This one of a kind, heavy brass antique is another one of our recent great finds. The design o...
Category
Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Brass
Eight Hand Carved Walnut Gothic Revival Dining Chairs circa 1840 Stunning Frames
Located in GB
We are delighted to this lovely suite of eight Gothic Revival hand carved walnut dining chairs
A very good looking and well made suite, made in circa 1840 but based on a much earl...
Category
1840s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Gothic Revival Wrought Iron Lectern
Located in New York, NY
English Gothic Revival style (19th Cent) wrought iron lectern on a pedestal base ending in 3 scroll legs with a candle stand top shelf
Category
19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Antique Carved Set of Marble Gothic Altar Panels w Christ and Disciples & Angels
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning and all hand carved Gothic Revival from the late 1800s depicting a biblical scene" The Supper at Emmaus ".
This unique and large set of three altar panels...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Marble, Carrara Marble
Side Table, Single Pedestal with Antique Base, Walnut Wood
Located in Toronto, CA
A tall side table in walnut with a single pedestal with cabriole foot base. Scalloped shape top.
Category
20th Century Canadian Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Antique Gilt Bronze & Glass Gothic Revival Pendant Light with Chimera Sculptures
Located in Lisse, NL
Small size, early 1900s Gothic Revival light fixture.
In architecture, a chimera or grotesque is a fantastic or mythical figure used for decorative purposes, but in the 12th and 1...
Category
Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Antique Hand Carved Oak Gothic Revival English Wall Cabinet
Located in Toledo, OH
Antique hand carved oak Gothic Revival English wall cabinet, circa 1890s. Lion head with iron rings through the mouths. Removable shelves. Carved win...
Category
1890s European Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Oak
Neogothic Cupboard, Oak, 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Typologically, the present piece has a shape that recalls certain Renaissance works (especially the buffet) with variations already customary in pieces of the 19th century. As for th...
Category
19th Century European Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Oak
Hand Carved Antique Gothic Revival Practical End Table w. Inlaid Envelope Motif
Located in Lisse, NL
Practical size and ready to use, early twentieth century Gothic table.
If you are looking for a practical size and excellent condition table to grace your living space then this unique Gothic specimen could be flying your way soon. All handcrafted out of oak and well taken care off by former owners, this made-to-last table...
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Oak
Antique and Handcrafted Gothic Revival Solid Tiger Oak Practical Hallway Bench
Located in Lisse, NL
Perfect size and shape church bench.
This very well crafted, solid oak bench is a perfect example of quality made European furniture from the late 1900's. We felt very fortunate to ...
Category
Late 19th Century European Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Oak
American Gothic Revival Mahogany Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of mid-19th century american Gothic Revival mahogany (slipper) side chairs with spindle & spool design back and legs with finial on back t...
Category
Mid-19th Century American Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
A W N Pugin, Stamped Gillows, a Set of Four Gothic Revival Oak Dining Chairs
Located in London, GB
A W N Pugin, made by Gillows of Lancaster. Stamped Gillows to the back legs.
A set of four Gothic Revival oak dining chairs.
Measures: Height 34 1/2 inches. x width 17 inches. x d...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Oak
Gothic Revival Burgundy Armchair
Located in New York, NY
English Victorian Gothic Revival style carved burgundy painted and gold trim small (throne) armchair with carved center medallion and finials on back.
Category
19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Oak, Upholstery
Victorian Sterling Silver Sugar Basket, Ruby Glass, London 1856
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1856 by George Richards, this attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Sugar Basket, features a ruby...
Category
1850s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Portuguese Handcrafted Wooden Stand Cross with Gilt Bronze Christ
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Vintage handcrafted wooden stand cross with gilt bronze Christ and ornaments on a beautiful carved wooden base, Portugal, 1930-1939.
Measures: Height 19...
Category
Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Pair of French Gothic Revival Style Andirons
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Pair of French Gothic style andirons. Heavy wrought iron with hand tooled detailing.
Category
Mid-17th Century European Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Iron
English 19th Century Painted Iron Gothic Revival Period Lanterns, Sold Per Pair
Located in Atlanta, GA
English Gothic Revival painted iron single-light lanterns from the 19th century, priced and sold per pair. We currently have two pairs available. Born in England during the 19th century, each of these four lanterns...
Category
19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Iron
Pair of Gothic Pedestal Cupboards
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
A fine pair of Regency rosewood pedestal cupboards with attractive gilt "gothic" doors, original Carrara marble tops with brass galleries
Previously used as stands for lamps...
Category
1810s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Small Semi 5-Light Pendant with Bronze Seahorse Sculptures and Gothic Stem
Located in Lisse, NL
Attractive and highly decorative, fine quality workmanship pendant.
If the elegant seahorse is your favourite animal or if you appreciate applied arts in general then this striking ...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Brass
13 Antique Stations Of The Cross, Gilt Lithographs on Zinc Panels in Oak Frames
Located in Lisse, NL
A set of 13 beautifully handcrafted 'way of the cross' works of religious art.
These rare church stations were handcrafted around 1890-1910 by Julius Klinkhardt of Leipzig (since 18...
Category
Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Zinc
Pair of Gothic Revival Wrought Iron Andirons with Figural Horned Devils
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Pair of Gothic Revival wrought iron andirons with figural horned devils and fireplace tools.
Category
19th Century Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Carved Side Table, France, circa 1910
Located in Chorzów, PL
Carved table, France, circa 1910.
Very good condition.
Wood: oak
Dimensions:
Height 75 cm, diameter 75 cm.
Category
1910s French Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Oak
Bruce Talbert for Gillow and Co. A Gothic Revival Oak and Leather Writing Table
Located in London, GB
Bruce Talbert (1838-1881) for Gillow and Co., an oak two-drawer writing table, with a later red leather top, stamped mark, no. L9534.
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Oak
Stunning Antique Brass Gothic Revival Former Church Baptismal Font Planter Stand
Located in Lisse, NL
Large, one of a kind Gothic plant or small tree stand.
This handcrafted, historical, architectural and highly decorative work of religious art is another one of our once-in-a-lifetime-finds. If you are looking for unique antiques to grace your living space then this large and unique eyecatcher could be yours to own and enjoy soon. We have owned two antique fonts...
Category
Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
American Victorian Gothic Revival "Carlton House" Desk
Located in New York, NY
American Victorian Gothic Revival (mid-19th Century) oak "Carlton House" desk with super structure above drawers on legs joined by stretchers.
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Oak
19th Century French Gothic Walnut Secretary, Cabinet
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century French Gothic walnut secretary ~ Cabinet is a superlative example of the mastery of furniture making during the middle to late 1800s ...
Category
1870s French Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Impressive Victorian Gothic Limestone Surround
Located in Manchester, GB
A substantial reclaimed early Victorian limestone fire surround carved beautifully in the Gothic manner,
circa 1870 with later restorations.
This fireplaces is still awaiting our own restoration, these photos are before restoration.
Category
19th Century Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Limestone
John Pollard Seddon Attri, Probably for C. Seddon A Gothic Revival Nursing Chair
Located in London, GB
John Pollard Seddon attributed, probably made by C. Seddon in collaboration with Kenton and Co.
A well designed architectural Gothic Revival oak upholstered nursing or low chair wit...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Oak
Star Motif Geometric Turkish Anatolian Runner
Located in New York, NY
Turkish Anatolian runner with a repetitive geometric star motif on a neutral color ground from the middle of the 20th century.
Measures: 2'9” x 11'9”.
Category
20th Century Turkish Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Wool
Carved Side Table, France, circa 1910
Located in Chorzów, PL
Carved table, France, circa 1910.
Very good condition.
Wood: oak
Dimensions:
Height: 75 cm, diameter 75 cm.
Category
1910s French Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Oak
Gothic Revival Pendant w. Handcrafted Bronze Gargoyle Sculptures & Glass Shades
Located in Lisse, NL
Antique and unique chandelier with winged gargoyles with cat-like heads.
If you are a Gothic Revival enthusiast then this antique chandelier could be perfect for you. The combination of materials and the artistic design really make this pendant stand out from any Gothic pendant we have ever seen. The four winged gargoyle sculptures...
Category
Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Large Antique Set of Four Handcrafted Glazed Ceramic Church Altar Candlesticks
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning group of early 20th century church candleholders.
If you are looking for stylish and practical ecclesiastical antiques, then this set...
Category
Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
A.W.N Pugin Style of a Gothic Revival Oak Coal Purdonium with Linen Fold Carving
Located in London, GB
A.W.N Pugin style of a Gothic Revival oak coal purdonium with seed carving to the edge of the top and linen fold carvings to the front and to the sides with blind fret details to the...
Category
1880s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Oak
Walnut Armchair with Hand Carved Lion Head and Swan Sculptures as Armrests
Located in Lisse, NL
One of a kind and highly decorative Gothic chair from the late 1800s.
If you are looking for unique and meaningful antiques to decorate your home then this sculptural and amazing workmanship chair could be perfect for you. All handcrafted in Europe in the late 1800s this striking chair is another perfect example of the highest level of workmanship that furniture makers and sculptors were combining in those days. This marvelous chair has everything that you want to see in antique and decorative art. The overall design is perfectly balanced and the frame of this chair is solely made out of a beautifully warm colored, solid walnut. Besides that this unique chair is as strong and stable as the day it was handcrafted and very comfortable to sit in. Both the beautiful walnut and the stunning antique fabric are in very good to excellent condition. However, what makes this antique chair a real masterpiece are the glorious animal carvings. Firstly, the good size lion head on the front rule comes with majestic manes and his eyes have a human-like quality to them. Secondly and most importantly are the amazing swan head and tail sculptures. Swan head sculptures in wood are extremely rare and to have found a chair with a pair of perfectly hand carved and mint condition swan heads (and necks) as armrests and with tails on either side of the backrest more than made our day. If you have a good eye for rare details then, we think, you will especially love the perfect nose holes, but also the hand carved wooden swan tail-ends. With swans symbolizing a number of great qualities and combined with the elements of water and air also being a symbol for eternal life and the circle of life, they embody a deeper meaning that makes this antique simply exquisite. Finally, the seat and back are upholstered with a finest quality and classical European antique fabric...
Category
Late 19th Century European Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Brass
Charles Bevan Style a Gothic Revival Hanging Oak Shelf with through Tenon Joints
Located in London, GB
Charles Bevan, style of.
A Gothic Revival hanging oak shelf with exposed through tenon joints with crossed wedges to each of those joints, crisply cut trefoils and opposite decorati...
Category
1880s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Oak
Pair of English Gothic Revival Gilt Wall Plaques
Located in New York, NY
Pair of English Gothic Revival style (19th Cent) painted and gilt trimmed wall plaques with religious scene in arched top upholstered frame.
Category
19th Century Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Wood
Pair of Handcrafted Gothic Revival Copper Hinges with Thistle Decoration
Located in London, GB
A pair of handcrafted solid copper Gothic Revival hinges with thistle and hand chased decoration.
Category
1870s Great Britain (UK) Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Copper
19th Century French Gothic Oak Buffet
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century French Gothic oak buffet is a marvel of hand-worked craftsmanship and the sculptor's art, all in one piece! Rendered from old-growth oak, it features linenfold panels on...
Category
1840s French Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Oak
Pair of Antique 19th Century Gothic Bronze Lanterns
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair of antique 19th century bronze lanterns in the Gothic style.
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Antique Two Tiered Jewelry Casket or Box with Inaid Stones & Porcelain Panels
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique and elaborate wooden jewelry casket or box is unsigned, but presumed to have been made in Austria in approximately 1880 in a Gothic Revival style. The box has two tiers ...
Category
Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Stone
Large and Unique Gothic Revival Colored & Glazed Ceramic Pietà Sculpture / Group
Located in Lisse, NL
One of a kind and all handcrafted sculpture.
As many of you will know, the Pietà, depicts the body of Jesus on the lap of mother Mary after the crucifixion. Over the years we have seen this famous biblical scene portrayed in all kinds of materials, but this is the first time we have seen it in glazed and partially colored ceramic. The artist whom created this unique sculpture perfectly captured the sadness and despair of Mary and the disciples by her side. The care with which they are touching and holding the body of Christ also shows their love and affection for Jesus. Anyone who has ever lost a soul mate or a loved that really meant the world to them has an idea of what Mary and the disciples are going through here.
If you appreciate this unique religious art sculpture...
Category
Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
20th Century Gothic Revival Style Wall Mirror
Located in New York, NY
20th century wall mirror in the Gothic Revival style. The wood frame is hand-painted to resemble cathedral stonework. The corinthian columns at each side culminate to a pointed arch ...
Category
20th Century Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Wood
Pair of Mahogany Gothic Revival Card Tables
Located in Cheshire, GB
Pair of Gothic Revival card tables of serpentine outline fitted with swivel tops opening to reveal a baize lined interior above geometric carved freeze all raised up on four chamfere...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Wood
French Gothic Revival Religious Artifact, circa 1880s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Catholic artifact, originally made to house a statue. Made of oak, clad in copper The Gothic style decor on the roof is made of brass.
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Brass, Copper
Pair of Tall French 19th Century Gothic Revival Style Carved Oak Church Pedestal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A large pair of tall French 19th century Gothic Revival style carved oak and parcel-gilt Church pedestal stands. The slender body stands, each centred ...
Category
19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Gold Leaf
Antique Gothic Wrought Iron Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Gothic wrought iron chandelier lends a rustic air yet is charming with its parapets mounted between the arms that hold the lights with their castellated bobeches. Original ca...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
A.W.N. Pugin, A pair of Early Gothic Revival Cast Iron Garden Bench Ends
Located in London, GB
A rare pair of early Gothic Revival cast iron garden bench ends designed by A.W.N. Pugin with foliage details which is slightly obscured at the moment due...
Category
1850s Great Britain (UK) Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Iron
English Gothic Revival 'Late 19th Century' Bleached Oak Wall Mirror
Located in New York, NY
English Gothic Revival (late 19th century) bleached oak wall mirror with column sides ending in finials centring an arch frame with cut-out design.
Category
Late 19th Century British Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Oak
Dr C Dresser, Designed for Benham and Froud, a Rare Gothic Revival Oak Coal Box
Located in London, GB
Dr C Dresser, designed for Benham and Froud.
A rare Gothic Revival oak coal box with wonderful stylised floral iron work,
circa 1880.
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Iron
Set of Four Large French 19th-20th Century Gothic Style Gilt Bronze Lanterns
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine and large set of four French 19th-20th century Gothic Revival style gilt bronze and glass six-light hanging lanterns with opaque-yellow stained-art glass, the top crowned with a cluster of fruits, circa 1900.
Note: These are a set of four lanterns...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Beautiful Shape and Excellent Condition Gothic Revival Pendant Light W. Dome Top
Located in Lisse, NL
Wonderful antique brass lantern with amber color, cathedral glass panels.
This beautiful and 'calm' design, Gothic Revival pendant is in superb condition. The combination of the pat...
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Brass
Spanish Gothic Revival Wall Lights in Hand-Forged Iron
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of three Gothic style candleholder oil lamps converted into wall sconces, Spain, 1930s-1940s.
Each of these three wall lights were all made by hand in wrought iron. Created to be wall oil lamps...
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
English Neo-Gothic Grandfather Clock, Payne & Co., 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Large tower-shaped grandfather clock with crenellations and openwork tracery windows on the sides, second half of the 19th century. The diamond-shaped window reveals the clock face with Roman numerals, inscribed “Payne 163 New Bond Street”. Payne & Co. were active from 1811-1875. A stylised Gothic portal door...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Walnut
A.W.N Pugin and Sir Charles Barry, an Important Gothic Revival Oak Library Table
Located in London, GB
A.W.N Pugin and Sir Charles Barry.
A rare and important Gothic Revival carved oak library table. Probably one of the earliest known pieces to derive fro...
Category
1830s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Oak
Antique Gothic Revival Walnut Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully aged Gothic Revival cabinet crafted from walnut, circa late 18th-early 19th century. The wood is a warm reddish brown. It has accrued a fine, textured surface that can ...
Category
Late 18th Century European Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Iron
A Large Gothic Revival Carved Oak Barometer with a Rare Snail Tail Thermometer
Located in London, GB
A large Gothic Revival oak barometer with blind trefoil carved pediment, a rare snail tail mercury thermometer flanked by turned and incised uprights with sunflower carvings. A small...
Category
1880s British Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Oak
Pair of Cloisonné Enamel and Gilt Bronze Frames, Napoleon III Period
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of neo-Gothic gilt bronze frames. Decorated with {cloisonné} enamel in blue, red and green; trilobed diamond shape ornaments on the frame and flowery Maltese crosses in the angl...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Enamel
English Neo Gothic Fireplace Grate, Fire Grate
Located in Amerongen, NL
English Neo Gothic fireplace basket or fire basket. The fireplace grate is made of wrought iron, cast iron and polished brass. The total width of th...
Category
20th Century British Gothic Revival Furniture
Materials
Brass, Iron, Wrought Iron
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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