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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
Fabulous Pair of Italian 19th Century Neo-Gothic Console Tables
Located in Rome, IT
A pair of high curiosity Neo-Gothic console tables of architectural form. Ebony painted wood with painted glass insert and painted imitation marble top. Sicily, 19th century. Meas...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Wood

Gothic Revival oak writing or library table A. W. N. Pugin
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Fine 19th Century Gothic Revival oak library table, the design attributed to A. W. N. Pugin and although not stamped was probably made by Gillow or Holland & Sons two of the leading...
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Mid-19th Century British Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Oak

Gothic Revival Georgian Irish Chesterfield Leather Carver Armchair, circa 1800
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare original steeple back circa 1800 Georgian Irish in the Gothic revival manor armchair A very good looking collectable and decorati...
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Early 1800s Irish Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Leather

A Large Pair of Wrought Iron Candle Sticks or Torchère b
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Large Pair of Wrought Iron Candle Sticks or Torchère These Tall Torchère when placed on the floor will look very attractive by the fire side The stands are blacksmith made and ver...
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1960s Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture

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Iron

Pair of Male Portraits "Gothic Revival" Oil on Canvas from the 1800s
Located in Cesena, FC
Pair of male portraits "gothic revival" Male portrait "Man with hat" oil on canvas 154 x 85 cm in pendant with male portrait "Man with sword and armo...
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1850s Italian Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Canvas

Flat Triangular Wrought Iron Gothic Revival 3-Light Chandelier
Located in San Francisco, CA
A Gothic style chandelier with three candle style lights on a flat, open, wrought iron base of curled, geometric shapes. With three hand made chains co...
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Early 20th Century Gothic Revival Furniture

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Wrought Iron

An Early Nineteenth Century Cast Iron Bootscrape
Located in London, GB
A very large cast iron Georgian bootstrape showing traces of original paint set into a roughly hewn granite block English, Gorge III Height 18 1/4 x Wi...
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Early 19th Century Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Stone, Iron

SIX ANTIQUE HAND CARVED WALNUT BROWN LEATHER GOTHIC REVIVAL DINING CHAIRs 6
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely suite of six Gothic Revival hand carved walnut dining chairs with brown leather seats A very good looking and well made suite, circa 1...
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1840s British Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Leather, Walnut

Gothic Revival Style Armchairs, Set of Two, circa 1940
Located in Evergreen, CO
This mid-century pair of armchairs was made in Belgium from oak and finished with a medium stain. The set features mirrored top rails and seat rails. Fluted backrests consistent with...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Gothic Revival Furniture

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Oak

Repousse & Bronze Fireplace Andirons Fire Dogs
Located in London, GB
An outstanding pair of andirons in the early Neo-Gothic manner of A W N Pugin. The bronze octagonal uprights have a hammered texture and are set between superb wrought-iron repousse ...
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1820s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Bronze, Steel

"Gargoyle Studies" Etching by John Taylor Arms
Located in Toledo, OH
This etching by John Taylor Arms is titled "Gargoyle Studies." John Taylor Arms(1887-1953) was a famous printmaker in the early 20th century. The image is 3" x 3" and framed and matt...
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1920s Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture

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Paper

Gothic Revival Pair of Chairs by Holland & Sons
Located in Petworth, GB
Gothic Revival pair of mahogany chairs Original leather seats Brass Castors Egyptianesque design and ebony detailing Circa 1870 Holland & Sons
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1870s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Brass

Gothic Revival Gilt and Patinated Bronze Inkwell with Porcelain Plaque
Located in London, GB
A Louis-Philippe Gothic Revival gilt and patinated bronze inkwell Rising from two-tone gilt bronze bracket feet, the patinated bronze rectangular inkwell having a band of circular...
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19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Bronze, Ormolu

Antique Bronze Neo-Gothic candlestick
Located in Chonburi, TH
This exquisite bronze gilt Neo-Gothic candlestick is a true masterpiece of craftsmanship, embodying the intricate elegance of 19th-century ecclesiastical and decorative art. Standing...
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19th Century Dutch Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Bronze, Ormolu

Gilt Bronze Gothic Revival Light Fixture, English 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
An exceptional solid gilt bronze Gothic Revival period light fixture in the manner of Augustus Pugin. Very high quality casting with superb detai...
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19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Bronze

Monumental Brutalist Hammered Tudor Gothic Scroll Lamps Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Monumental pair of Tudor Gothic Revival scroll lamps with attached hammered metal shade. These huge lamps are amazing in person and make a huge st...
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1960s Portuguese Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture

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Iron, Tin

19th Century English Gothic Revival Firegrate
Located in London, GB
A large 19th century (circa 1840) English Gothic Revival firegrate. The steel firedogs of fluted bulbous form, with brass enbellishments. Decorative cast iron shaped...
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19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Steel

19th Century French Gothic Walnut Armchair with Embroidery
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century French Gothic walnut armchair with embroidery features timeless design with visual appeal that includes spires, naturalistic forms an...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Walnut

Neo-Gothic Style Faux-Bois Painted Cabinet from the Jura, circa 1900s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Delightful and unusual pinewood cabinet from the Jura region of France, painted with a faux-bois effect. The style has elements reminiscent of the Gothic aesthetic. The top section h...
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Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Furniture

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Pine

A Pair of 19th Century Treenwear Gothic Oak Eggcups
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Pair of 19th Century Treenwear Gothic Oak Eggcups A Very attractive hand made pair of Eggcups with fluted bowls and a scalloped base, they are in generally good condition with a...
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19th Century Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Oak

Very Impressive Gothic Revival Brass and Polished Steel Firegrate
Located in London, GB
A rare and impressive 19th century (circa 1870) cast iron and gunmetal Neo Gothic fire grate. The dogs ornately cast with gunmetal enrichments, scrolls and round finial tops. Decorat...
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Late 19th Century British Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Iron

Neo-Ghotic Bureau - England - Late 19th Century - Carved Oak
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
This exquisite Neo-Gothic bureau is a true masterpiece, merging fine craftsmanship with historical elegance. Crafted likely in the late 19th to early 20t...
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Late 19th Century British Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Oak

Victorian Gothic ebonised and parquetry table.
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Unusual 19th Century ebonised table with oak parquetry to dating to around 1875.
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Late 19th Century British Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Oak

Bronze Toned Candlestick Style Metal Lamp
Located in Sheffield, MA
Tall slender bronzed tone metal lamp with square stone base and glass decorative piece in the middle area. Lamp has metal shade and finial. Height of lamp with shade - 34" Lamp ...
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20th Century Gothic Revival Furniture

Gothic Revival Pilaster Lamp in Carved Oak, Bearers / Atlantes, France
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Impressive Pilaster Lamp in Carved Oak – Bearers / Atlantes France, 20th Century – Neo-Gothic Style A majestic pilaster lamp in finely carved solid oak, featuring stylized male figu...
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20th Century French Gothic Revival Furniture

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Wood, Oak

Torchere Italian Iron 5 Candle or Torches High Monumental
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
Stunning, monumental, Italian, wrought iron torchere with 5 torch or candle holders and decorative scrollwork. Measures: length 56cm., 22" height 162cm. 64" 5ft 4" depth 15cm., 6"...
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19th Century Italian Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Wrought Iron

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

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Blown Glass

19th Century Gothic Revival Center Table in the manner of Pugin
Located in Troy, NY
Center table in the manner of Pugin, the rectangular top above a carved frieze featuring family crests supported by six open carved square legs, joined by double H-stretcher.
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19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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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...
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Late 19th Century Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Bronze, Enamel

19th Century Library Armchair in the Gothic Manner
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th century oak library armchair in the Gothic manner. The rectangular padded upholstered back with down swept padded open Gothic arched supports over stuffed seat raised on square ...
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Late 19th Century Irish Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Leather, Oak

Pair of Gothic Revival Style Opaline Lamps and Gilt Bronze, circa 1890
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Gothic Revival style lamps baluster shaped in egg-shell coloured opaline. Decor of blue and red stylized palmettes on the body and flowery lattices on the neck. Chiseled and ...
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Late 19th Century European Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Bronze

Fine Gothic Revival Statuary Marble Fireplace Mantel
Located in London, GB
A fine quality Gothic Revival fireplace carved in statuary marble. The spandrels with finely carved holly and berries. Octagonal suspended capitals under moulded shelf. The centre wi...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Statuary Marble

Neo Gothic Style Table in Solid Oak, Assembled by Keys, Disassembles Completely
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Neo gothic style table in solid oak. assembled by keys. disassembles completely, no screws, no glue. the solid oak top is 6cm thick
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1960s French Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture

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Oak

Gothic Revival & Arts & Crafts Period Sterling Silver Candlesticks - A J Wilkins
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1934 by Albert John Wilkins, this very handsome pair of Sterling Silver Candlesticks, are a wonderful Arts & Crafts & Gothic Revival mix of styles, and would fit a large candle, similar to an alter...
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1930s English Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture

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Sterling Silver

Glastonbury Chair 1830 Throne Hall Statement Chair Bridgens Oak Gothic Revival
By Richard Bridgens
Located in London, GB
An exceptional quality and extremely rare antique Glastonbury throne chair in wonderful condition. The finer of only two we’ve seen attributed to British architect and furniture-make...
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15th Century and Earlier British Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Oak

Grand Cast Iron Victorian Gothic Revival Hob Grate Fireplace, English, C.1860
Located in London, GB
A Grand Cast Iron Victorian Gothic Revival Hob Grate Fireplace, English, C.1860. Size: Depth: 14 ½” – 37cm External Height: 35” – 89cm External Width: 35 ½ – 90cm.
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Mid-19th Century British Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Wrought Iron

Gothic Revival Oak Writing Table by J. G. Crace, c.1850
Located in London, GB
A Gothic Revival Oak Writing Table by J. G. Crace, after a design by Pugin With extensive gothic carving work, the sides with strapwork carving centred by a monogram reading “MP”, t...
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19th Century Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Oak

Pair of 19th Century American Gothic Mahogany Arm Chairs
Located in Long Branch, NJ
​Pair of 19th Century American Gothic Mahogany Arm Chairs Dimensions : 55" Tall X 27" Wide X 25" Deep This gorgeous pair of monumental arm chairs were made in the USA in the late 1...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Mahogany

SUITE OF THREE HIGH SEAT HAND PAINTED SiDE CHAIRS IN THE GOTHIC REVIVAL TASTE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
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 Antique 19th Century Gothic Bronze Lanterns
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair of antique 19th century bronze lanterns in the Gothic style.
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Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Black Starr & Gorham Gothic Bold Wall Clock in Original Box
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Black Starr and Gorham STYLE / REFERENCE: Gothic Motif METAL / MATERIAL: Nickle Finished CIRCA: 1940s/ 50s MOVEMENT / CALIBER: High Grade 15 Jewels Swiss Made DIAL / HANDS: Silvered Roman / Filigree Hands DIMENSIONS: 16 Inches tall X 9 Inches Wide / 40cm X 23cm (box 17" X 11") ATTACHMENT: Wall Mount WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement. This is am impressive wall clock sold by one of the premier American jewelry houses. Remarkably it comes with its original box, in excellent condition. Black, Starr and Frost are considered America's oldest jewelry house. They merged with Gorham, one of America's oldest silver companies in 1929. Just in time for the Great Depression. This clock, or rather weather station as it is normally called, appears to have never been used. It was likely made in Switzerland of the finest materials some time mid century. Gothic in style while dating to later part of the Art Deco Era This would be an impressive piece in entry of an elegant old home. Or, conversely it would look great in an ultra modern entry...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Gothic Revival Furniture

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Brass, Nickel

A Mid-Nineteenth Century Gothic Revival Chimneypiece, Carved in Portland Stone
Located in London, GB
There is an august simplicity to this Jacobean-revival chimneypiece, the hard, square outline complementing the sloping shoulders of the aperture. Alternating voided roundels and mas...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Stone

Exquisite Gothic Revival circa 1860 Hand Carved Sideboard Must See Pictures
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare and highly collectable, circa 1860 Gothic revival hand carved English oak sideboard A very good looking and decorative piece, it...
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1860s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Oak

Pair of Gothic Revival Cast Iron Firedogs
Located in London, GB
Pair of large 19th century Gothic Revival cast iron firedogs. Measures: Height: 895 mm 35 ¼" Width: 355 mm 14" Depth: 595 mm 23 ".  
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19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Iron

Pair of Fine Quality French Gothic Revival Brass Chenets
Located in London, GB
A pair of French Gothic revival brass chenets with scrolled form throughout, small flower embellishment to centre surmounted by round mulling tops. Mid 19th century. Height: 550 mm ...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Brass

Large Shaped Cast Iron Firegrate
Located in London, GB
A polished cast iron firebasket with bowl front, shaped front bars and shaped feet below. Substantial burning area and would be well suited to burning large logs and coals, English, ...
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Early 20th Century British Gothic Revival Furniture

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Iron

A pair of brass and copper Gothic Revival candlestick lamp bases, 19th century
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
A pair of brass and copped Gothic Revival candlestick lamp bases, 19th century, with castellated rims.
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Mid-19th Century European Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Brass

A Pair of English Iron Gothic-Revival Andirons
Located in London, GB
A finely crafted pair of English Gothic-revival andirons in iron with wrought crown and leaf repousse-work over engraved shafts on arched supports. Restored. Circa 1860
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1860s English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Iron

Unusual Wrought Iron Chandelier with Bird and Serpents, France, circa 1940s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
An unusual, neo-Gothic style, eight-arm chandelier, representing a bird with wings deployed, with a snake coming out of its body, and eating another snake. The serpent's tail twists ...
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Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Furniture

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Wrought Iron

Large Pair of Gothic Style Armchairs, France, 19th Century
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Imposing pair of large neogothic hall chairs/armchairs, made of walnut, upholstered in petit-point tapestry.
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19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Pair of Gothic Revival Armchairs
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Pair of gothic revival oak armchairs. Upholstered in embossed leather.
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19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Pair of 19th Century Gothic bronze fire dogs or andirons
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Good pair of finely wrought 19th Century bronze Gothic fire dogs. circa 1870
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Late 19th Century British Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Bronze

19th Century English Gothic Revival Armchair
Located in Southampton, NY
19th century Gothic Revival painted ivory white and gold armchair.
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19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

Pair of Tall English Gothic Style Wrought Iron Antique Andirons
Located in London, GB
A pair of tall Gothic style wrought iron andirons. The florally etched standards, topped by a pair of wolf heads holding rings in their mouths above stylized shields, are supported on foliate decorated scrolled and splayed feet. Swan's nest baskets...
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Late 19th Century Great Britain (UK) Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Wrought Iron

Gothic Revival English Pine Quadripod Table with Scrollwork Base, 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
With its sculptural base and warm pine grain, this English side table from the 19th century offers a distinctive blend of rustic character and Gothic revival charm. The circular top ...
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19th Century English Antique Gothic Revival Furniture

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Pine

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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