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.
Antique French Carved Griffin Oval Pecan Dining Table Renaissance Gothic
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Absolutely stunning antique French carved griffin oval dining table. Massive carved pedestal base supported by ornate hand-carved dimensional griffins ...
Nutwood
Original Antique Architectural Print by John Ruskin, circa 1880, 'Florence'
By John Ruskin
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful Gothic architectural print. Tracery from the Campanile of Giotto, at Florence. Steel engraving after the original drawing by John Ruskin. Published, circa 1880 ...
Paper
$1,394Sale Price|20% Off
Aluminum Fusion Floor Lamp Street Style Lantern Three Lights, French, circa 1970
Located in Labrit, Landes
Wrought iron floor lamp street or patio light lantern French midcentury, circa 1970 Good vintage condition with only minor signs of use for its age. Classical style. This can be r...
Aluminum
Large Wrought Iron Fireplace Fork, Poker, Tool c 1900/20's
By Albert Paley, Samuel Yellin
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional hand wrought iron fireplace tool, in the form of a fork, used as a poker. Executed in the Gothic Revival, Arts and Crafts, Spanish style, this well crafted piece was made...
Wrought Iron
Antique Hand Carved Gothic Revival Wall Bracket or Shelf for a Saint Statue
Located in Lisse, NL
Good size and great looking Gothic Revival bracket for displaying a statuette. This Gothic console for wall mounting dates from the early 1900s and it has the most timeless design a...
Metal
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 l...
Oak
Pair of Swedish Neo-Gothic Hand-Carved Wooden Candelabras, 1910s
Located in Frederiksberg C, DK
Pair of Swedish Neo-Gothic Hand-Carved Wooden Candelabras, 1910s Rare and highly decorative pair of tall Swedish Neo-Gothic candelabras, handcrafted in the 1910s. Made from pinewood...
Pine
Gothic Table Clock w. Stunning Antique Pocket Watch Made of Gilt Bronze or Gold
Located in Lisse, NL
Small Gothic table clock with gilt bronze (or possibly golden) pocket watch by John Worboys of London, 1780-1810. We know too little about antique ...
Metal, Bronze
Gothic Revival Pitch Pine Trestle Table, English Late 19th Century
Located in Warminster, GB
A gothic revival pitch pine altar table with two-plank top raised on a trestle form base. English, late 19C. Stock ref. #3053 Well-suited four use as a breakfast table or desk. ...
Pine
19th Century French Sculpture of the Christ Child in Polychrome Plaster on Wood
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Charming 19th-century sculpture of the Christ Child, likely of French origin. The figure is finely modeled in plaster mounted on a wooden base, with a warm, multi-colored patina that...
Ceramic, Plaster, Pine
19th Century solid oak gothic revival butlers tray on stand
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century solid oak gothic revival butlers tray on stand circa 1870. Fine quality butlers tray on original stand, unusually made in solid oak from Sweden. Shaped gallery with ha...
Oak
$4,830Sale Price|30% Off
Antique French Gothic Revival Vaisselier Bar Cupboard Sideboard Hutch Linen Fold
Located in Dayton, OH
Monumental antique French Gothic Revival Vaisselier, bar back, server, buffet, sideboard or cupboard. Made of oak featuring paneled linen...
Oak
Large and Extensively Carved Late 19th C., French Gothic Revival Cabinet
Located in Morristown, NJ
Late 19th C., French Gothic Revival cabinet, with interior shelf and central door. Heavily adorned with carved panels to front and sides. The front is comprised of panels flanking a central door. To each side of the door are two beautifully carved panels. The door has brass hinges and escutcheon. It locks with the key retained. The carving is mirrored on both sides of the piece, each comprising five carved panels. The red undertones suggest that this is a chestnut rather than an oak piece. The overall structure owes much to the Gothic Revival movement of 19th century France, with a nod to Renaissance Revival. The door panel is dominated by a lovely example of Gothic tracery in the form of a half moon “window...
Brass
Neo-Gothic 19th Century Octagonal Pedestal / Stand / Architectural Model
Located in Troy, NY
An unusual pedestal of octagonal Neo-Gothic form, the molded base supporting eight shaped and carved columns decorated with typical Gothic designs, topped by eight spikes surrounding...
Oak
Crucifix and Pair of Candlesticks by P.L. Vombach, Germany 19th century
Located in Meulebeke, BE
A powerful testament to 19th‑century German ecclesiastical craftsmanship, this bronze crucifix accompanied by its original pair of candlesticks was produced by the distinguished foun...
Bronze
$1,996Sale Price / set|20% Off
Late 19th Century Monumental Rustic European Forged Iron Floor Candelabras-Pair
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
A striking pair of antique wrought iron five-light candelabra floor stands, showcasing a beautifully aged blackened finish. These stately candleholders feature twisted iron detailing...
Wrought Iron
Charles Bevan, Marsh Jones & Cribb, Aesthetic Movement Exhibition Quality Mirror
By Marsh, Jones & Cribb, Charles Bevan
Located in London, GB
Charles Bevan, for Marsh Jones & Cribb attributed. A large and exceptional English Aesthetic Movement exhibition quality wall mirror or overmantle. Originally known as “Marsh and J...
Oak
A pair of substantial Gothic Revival oak hall chairs with period tiles
Located in London, GB
A pair of Gothic Revival oak hall chairs with two sets of period tiles inset in each chair depicting medieval farm workers. The tiles designed by John Moyr Smith.
Oak
Gothic Revival Oak Bookcase by A.W.N. Pugin, England, Circa 1850
By Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin
Located in Petworth, GB
Magnificent Gothic Revival library bookcase. In oak with 4 linen fold panel doors and Tudor rose carved detailing Castellated top and carved corner motifs to upper doors Cast bras...
Brass
Unique Gothic Revival Gilt Bronze Table or Desk Clock w Rare Porcelain Plaques
By W.H. Tooke
Located in Lisse, NL
Wonderful clock for the collectors of truly stylish Gothic antiques, by W.H.Tooke, Paris. Finding this unique (Germany made) Gothic table clock again felt like a blessing. The overall design is remarkable, but the combination of the craftsmanship of the bronze components and the hand crafted and hand painted Gothic porcelain plaques is what takes this clock to the next level. Whenever you find a piece that is this good then you can rest assure that there is a maker's mark. This late 1800s work of beauty was made and marked by the prolific Parisian clock...
Bronze
Antique Small Wall Cabinet Gothic Revival Hand-Carved Oak Painted Twist Church
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Antique Wooden Carved Hand Painted Neo-Gothic Small Wall Cabinet France 19th Century Pediment Twisted Medicine Cabinet Gothic Revival Truly a beautiful rare and stunning antique hanging cabinet. Late antique 19th-century French gothic style hand carved solid oak one-door small wall cabinet. With a romantic hand painted door with flowers, and inside a nice layout. Twisted columns and is topped by gothic-like spires. And lots of more decorative details! In good authentic antique condition, with some normal traces of use and wear. Please see pictures and video, they are part of the description. This breathtaking antique showpiece...
Oak
A.W.N. Pugin, A pair of Early Gothic Revival Cast Iron Garden Bench Ends
By Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin
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...
Iron
Awesome Antique Bronze Gothic Revival 9 Light Chandelier with Phoenix Sculpture
Located in Lisse, NL
Handcrafted and truly impressive Neo-Gothic Church fixture that can also be used for candles. Over the decades we have sold a number of very good antique bronze, Gothic light fixtures for both candles and electrical bulbs. However, we never offered one as high and with as many Gothic details as this hand-crafted chandelier. You will rarely come across a Gothic work of religious art that is more elaborate and with as many Gothic details as this fit-for-a-castle pendant...
Gold, Bronze
Antique Gothic Revival Oak Carved Dry Bar / Drinks Cabinet Church Windows Arches
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Marvelous & rare ! This Gothic Revival dry bar / drinks cabinet in European oak. Gorgeous carved details like church windows, booked panels & Gothic style decorations. The door c...
Iron
Pair of Tall Candelabra O Candelabrum, Neogothic Style, Wrought Iron, Spain
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of standing Gothic Revival candlesticks. Wrought iron Spain, 20th century. Pair of wrought iron standing candelabra with a tripo...
Wrought Iron
Early 20thc Large Brass Gilt Gothic Style Chandelier Restored Theatre Lamp
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous 6 light solid cast brass & gilt chandelier from a New Jersey Theater Lobby. Totally rewired with new candelabra sockets and with new chain. In excellent antique conditio...
Brass
$1,673Sale Price|20% Off
19th Century Primitive Folk Art Hand Made Arm Chair
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Primitive Folk Art Hand Made Arm Chair. Made in the 19th Century. Solid oak wood constructed armchair. Probably made from scraps of a former large wardrobe or chest back in t...
Oak
Vintage French Wrought Iron Dragon Andirons, Gothic Design, c. 1900
Located in San Francisco, CA
Uniquely French, these wrought iron "fire dragons" are great as decor in your fireplace, with or without the burning flames. With today's eclectic and layered interiors, the Gothic d...
Wrought Iron
Antique Gothic Revival Stripped Oak Buffet
Located in Dallas, TX
A handsome Gothic Revival buffet in stripped oak, with the clean architectural lines and carved detail that make this style so appealing. The pale oak finish gives the piece a fresh...
Bronze
Collier and Plucknett. A rare Gothic Revival oak side table
Located in London, GB
Collier and Plucknett. A rare Gothic Revival oak side table. A very accomplished solid architectural design which has a powerful look, with fine turned details and beautifully made.
Oak
English Gothic Oak Umbrella Stand
Located in Queens, NY
English Gothic-style (19/20th Century) oak cane/umbrella corner stand with a tracery carved panel.
Oak
$3,080Sale Price|46% Off
19th Century French Gothic Cathedral Giltwood & Glass Reliquary / Vitrine
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th Century French gothic cathedral giltwood & glass reliquary / vitrine France, mid-19th century. A reliquary is a container for the display a...
Glass, Giltwood
Pair Of Iron Candlesticks Cj Vombach Frankfurt A. Main Sachsenhausen Circa 1880
Located in Bilzen, BE
A pair of cast iron candlesticks by "CJ Vombach Frankfurt A. Main Sachsenhausen" in neo-Gothic style Signed in de base inside Circa 1880 Height 19 cm
Berlin Iron
Early 20th Century carved oak renaissance revival cupboard
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 20th century carved oak gothic revival cupboard circa 1900. Good quality flemish neo renaissance cupboard. Made in 1 piece, with the top forming a cupboard. Decorated with h...
Oak
A W N Pugin. Made by John Webb attr. A Gothic Revival Oak Dressing Table Mirror.
By Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin
Located in London, GB
A W Pugin. Attributed maker for John Webb of Bond Street. A Gothic Revival dressing table mirror with a carved spiral stretcher and carved roses. Made from p...
Walnut
Pair Of 19th Century Gothic Revival Oak & Buttoned Leather Armchairs Attr Pugin
By Pugin
Located in Hoddesdon, GB
A pair of mid 19th-century Oak Library armchairs in the manner of A.W.N. Pugin. Made in solid English Oak with wonderful original colour and patina , Gothic Revival throne-armchairs ...
Leather, Oak
Pair of Gothic Revival Oak Nightstands with Carrara Marble Tops
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of Gothic Revival Oak Nightstands with Carrara Marble Tops is a handsome pair that reflects the romantic architectural influence that inspired furniture makers to reinterpret me...
Carrara Marble, Brass
Lacquered wood paneling paneling composed of three parts, italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Important lacquered and carved wood paneling in neo-Gothic style. It consists of three parts and is characterized by an elegant horizontal development marked by a theory of neo-Gothi...
Poplar
19th Century French Walnut Gothic Pedestal, Étagère End Table
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century French walnut Gothic Pedestal ~ étagère end table is an unusual specialty piece that doesn't come around very often! handcrafted from su...
Brass
$15,535Sale Price|20% Off
Huge Majestic 19th Century Victorian Cast Iron Gothic Revival Fire Grate-Basket
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A very large and Majestic ornately detailed antique 19th century Victorian cast iron fire grate in the Gothic-Revival manner. The large Doric arched backplate centred with an Heraldic Plaque...
Iron
$960Sale Price|20% Off
Charles X Gothic Revival Gilt and Patinated Bronze and Siena Marble Inkwell
Located in Kittery Point, ME
Of rectangular shape, decorated with gothic cathedral arcades, with two wells and two pen holders, raised on a Siena marble base raised on scrolled feet. Between the twelfth and six...
Siena Marble, Bronze
LOVELY GOTHIC REVIVAL HAND MADE IN ENGLAND OAK THRONE ARMCHAIR WiTH STEEPLE BACK
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning original Gothic Revival circa 1900 English oak Throne armchair with steeple back Please note...
Oak
$950Sale Price|28% Off
Polychromed Neo-Gothic Finial, Giltwood, Belgium, Circa 1800
Located in New York, NY
A hardwood polychromed architectural finial from Belgium. Circa 1800, possibly earlier. Intricately hand-carved and decorated in typical neo-gothic fashion, the outside is finished...
Hardwood
Vintage Medieval Gothic Fire Screen with Crest
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
This Vintage Medieval Gothic Fire Screen with Crest and glass insert, is a unique and elegant piece perfect for adding a touch of historical charm to any fireplace. Made of wrought i...
Wrought Iron
J P Seddon, Exhibited Crystal Palace 1851. Six Gothic Revival oak dining chairs
Located in London, GB
John Pollard Seddon (1827-1906), six Gothic Revival oak dining chairs. These upholstered dining chairs are the side chairs en suite t...
Oak
Pair of Large Spanish Gilt Metal Gothic Style Wall Sconces
By Ferko Art
Located in Troy, MI
Pair of extra large Spanish gilt iron and metal three light gothic style wall sconces, circa 1970s. Each sconce has three candelabra sized sockets on a tall holder that is mounted to...
Metal, Iron
Gothic Revival Brass Church Sanctuary Lamp Candle Chandelier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique Brass Chandelier in Gothic Style – France, 19th Century A magnificent brass chandelier in Gothic style, dating from 19th century France. This masterpiece is designed to hold ...
Brass
Gillows of Lancaster attri., Gothic Revival Oak Architect's Desk
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in London, GB
Attributed to Gillows of Lancaster. A rare Gothic Revival architect's folding desk. The top has opposing slides opening to reveal a compartment for storing drawing utensils etc. The ...
Oak
AWN Pugin, Six Gothic Revival Oak Dining Chairs Probably for the House of Lords
By Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin, Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in London, GB
A W N Pugin, made by Gillows of Lancaster. Stamped Gillows to the back legs. A set of six Gothic Revival oak dining chairs probably designed for the House of Lords...
Oak
Impressive Victorian Gothic Revival Country House Oak Umbrella Stick Stand
Located in Norwich, England
An impressive Victorian Gothic Revival country house oak umbrella / stick stand. English. Circa 1880. Delivery included in mainland England or Wales. Made in solid oak, the stand w...
Brass, Steel
Charles Bevan attributed. A pair of Gothic Revival Oak desk or side chairs
Located in London, GB
Charles Bevan. Marsh Jones and Cribb. A good quality pair of Gothic Revival oak desk or side chairs with inlaid and chamfered decoration.
Oak
Swedish 19th century oak butlers tray from Bäckaskog castle
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century oak butlers tray from Bäckaskog castle circa 1890 Fine quality butlers tray on stand from Bäckaskog castle in Sweden. Removable tray with 3/4 moulded gallery and turne...
Oak
$2,714Sale Price|20% Off
French Vintage Oak & Wrought Iron Buffet Neogothic Style Basque Cross Midcentury
Located in Labrit, Landes
French oak sideboard buffet in the neogothic style. From South of France Basque country (area near Spain). Goes very well with Spanish style déc...
Oak
$3,543Sale Price|32% Off
Substantial Gothic Oak Alter Table
Located in Cheshire, GB
Substantial oak alter / hall table, of architectural form with very large rectangular top, above pierced Gothic freeze raised on trestle legs united by carved trefoil stretcher. Dimensions: Height 36...
Oak
$120,000 / item
James de Wulf Lighting - Poseidon's Halo Chandelier
Located in Paia, HI
Grand industrial chandelier created of forge-burnt black steel. Each 10" pendant is inspired by underwater mines. Chandelier consists of three concentric circles decorated with metal...
Steel
English Victorian Gothic Revival Mahogany Dining Table
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian Gothic Revival-style (19/20th Century) mahogany dining table with filigree apron and stretcher. (2 leaves - 14 inches each)
Mahogany
Antique French 19th Century Gothic Revival Blanket Chest Carved Oak forged iron
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Breathtaking & Practical! This 19th century French Gothic revival blanket chest / chest. Made out of solid European oak, fully hand carved with much attention to detail & exceptiona...
Wrought Iron
18th Century Hand-Carved Oak Biblical Wall Panel, Christ Entering Jerusalem
Located in Lisse, NL
Impressive and deeply expressive antique oak wall panel depicting Christ’s triumphal entry into Jerusalem. Christ is shown riding into the city on a donkey, accompanied by His disci...
Oak
Pair of Candleholders in Coppered Wrought Iron, Gothic Revival
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of Gothic Revival wrought iron copper finished candleholders, Spain, 1950s Stylish pair of Brutalist period three-arm wrought iron candleholders with copper finish. These candleholders stand...
Copper, Wrought Iron, Iron
19th Century Carved Hall Tree
Located in Asheville, NC
Handsome dark stained mahogany with carved detailed figures, coat posts, umbrella tins, mirror and hinged glove box; handmade in England by James Phillips & Sons during the 19th cent...