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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
Period: 1920s
Gothic Style Oak Open Bookcase by Old Charm A Charming little piece
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Gothic Style Oak Open Bookcase by Old Charm A Charming little piece dating from about 1920, the bookcase has attractive bobbin turned columns at each side supporting the shelves TheBookcase is made by Old Charm, a company know for their quality All in good tidy used condition The bookcase is 38” high, 30” wide...
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1920s Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture

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Oak

Solid Silver Mirror Frame & Dressing Table Set This is a superb large set
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Solid Silver Mirror Frame & Dressing Table Set This is a superb large set, we have a 7 Silver pieces in all, a Silver Mirror Frame, with matching ...
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1920s Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture

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Silver

Vintage Oscar Bach Attr Telephone Table or Bar Cabinet, Bronze Steel Iron Marble
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A unique bronze, iron and marble telephone stand (better use today is a bar cabinet) Attributed to New York Designer and Manufacturer, Oscar Bach. Stand has an marble top with a heavy veining and a bright finish. The door in the front has ornate bronze figural work with green enameled steel-panel backdrop, framed by green enameled wrought-iron frame. Similar treatment to either side. The back has a slot with slip in a door to allow for the telephone cord...
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1920s American Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture

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Belgian Black Marble, Bronze, Iron

Oak Gothic Revival Wine Bar Sacristy Cabinet, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare Gothic Revival wine bar or sacristy cabinet. Striking Dutch design from the 1920s. Solid oak with hand-carved knights and hand-...
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1920s Dutch Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture

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Oak

Neogothic Vitrine Oak and Glass, French, circa 1920
Located in Labrit, Landes
This cabinet French oak and glass vitrine is a very good quality copy of the gothic style. It was made by the enterprise Mercier Frères circa 1920. Mercier Frères is a Parisian carp...
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1920s French Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture

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Glass, Oak

Large Continental Neogothic Wrought Iron Four-Light Lantern
Located in San Francisco, CA
With vasi-form top above a four-sided open frame topped with spiraling finials resting on twisted supports ending in similar spiraling pendants all joined by an openwork trefoil peri...
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1920s Spanish Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture

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Wrought Iron

Brass Toasting Fork Decorated with Lincoln Imp
Located in East Geelong, VIC
This decorative brass toasting fork is decorated with a good quality casting of the "Lincoln Imp" to join the rod and the tines. It carries the reg...
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1920s English Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture

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Brass

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...
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1920s Dutch Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture

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Iron

Rare Gothic Revival Dry Bar / Drinks Cabinet Carved Oak Church Windows Credenza
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. This Goth...
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1920s Dutch Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture

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Iron

Antique Walnut Gothic Revival Drop Front Writing Desk Hastings Furniture Co
Located in Toledo, OH
Antique walnut Gothic Revival drop front writing desk by Hastings Furniture Co. circa 1920's. Hand painted sailing ship on leather front. Wroug...
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1920s North American Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture

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Walnut

Carved wooden Gothic chandelier with Gargoyles
Located in Houston, TX
This carved wood Neo-Gothic chandelier has been newly wired in the US. I believe it to be pine, but am not entirely sure.
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1920s French Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture

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Pine

Pair of Addison Mizner Wrought Iron Floor Torchères circa 1920’s
Located in Milford, NH
A fine pair of round ebonized wrought iron floor torchères by Addison Mizner (1872-1933), each able to hold nine candles, with a twisted stem and tripod feet. Mizner was an American resort architect whose Mediterranean Revival and Spanish Colonial Revival style interpretations left an indelible stamp on South Florida, where it continues to inspire architects and land developers. This pair was on display since 1980 at the Henry Flagler...
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1920s American Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture

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Wrought Iron

Very Well Made 2 Arm Solid Brass Revival Sconces Pair
Located in Prescott, US
Wonderful sconces designed to fit into several of the decorating styles of their time, Tudor, Spanish Revival, Craftsman, Storybook, and/or Gothic. There is a lot going on with these...
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1920s American Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture

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Brass

Curious Hand-Forge Spanish Revival/ Gothic Revival Sconce Style of Poillerat
Located in Houston, TX
Forged single iron sconce in the manner of Gilbert Poillerat. Incredibly detailed fine quality iron sconce. Neo-Gothic/ Spanish Revival in style wit...
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1920s French Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture

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Iron

Early 20th Century Neo-Gothic Cabinet Console in Hand-Carved Walnut
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Particularly neo-Gothic cabinet console in hand-carved walnut and Walnut turned and applied with three convenient drawers. Measures cm: H 83 x W 97 x D 30.
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1920s Italian Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture

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Walnut

Gothic Burnished Brass Chandelier Three Lights, in Ribbed Brass, Art Decò age
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Gothic Burnished Brass Chandelier Three Lights, in Ribbed Brass, art decò age with Big fake candle holders. We controlled the electrical system . Chandelier ready for use Measure i...
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1920s Italian Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture

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Brass

Large 1920s Solid Bronze Candlestick Mounted as a Lamp
Located in Stamford, CT
Large restrained design candlesticks in polished solid Bronze with hexagonal bases now mounted as lamps. Priced individually. Eight available.
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1920s American Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture

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Bronze

Gothic Oak Library or Book Display Stand with 16 Drawers circa 1920’s
Located in Milford, NH
A fine quarter sawn gothic revival oak library or book stand with sixteen drawers with upper two shaped display racks, dovetailed drawers with original brass pulls and label holders, decorative side panels, and finished panel back. Dates to the 1920’s in very good condition, with minor surface imperfections, and light wear commensurate with age and use. A great piece to organize and display your paper...
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1920s American Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture

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Brass

Set of 6 Arts and Crafts Gothic Oak Leather Dining Chairs
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Set of 6 Arts and Crafts Gothic Oak Leather Dining Chairs This is a good set of Arts and Crafts Dining Chairs, they are in the gothic style with high backs and barley twist carving ...
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1920s Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture

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Leather, Oak

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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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