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 20th Century English Gothic Revival Furniture
Fruitwood
Late 20th Century American Gothic Revival Furniture
Wrought Iron
Late 20th Century British Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
1990s French Gothic Revival Furniture
Gold Plate
1970s Scandinavian Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture
Stained Glass
1980s English Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
1990s English Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
1980s American Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture
Wrought Iron
Late 20th Century English Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
1990s English Gothic Revival Furniture
Sterling Silver
1970s French Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture
Aluminum
Late 20th Century English Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
Late 20th Century European Gothic Revival Furniture
Metal
1970s Dutch Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
1970s Scandinavian Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture
Mirror, Oak
1970s Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture
Mirror, Wood
Late 20th Century Gothic Revival Furniture
Iron
1980s Italian Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture
Silver
Late 20th Century American Gothic Revival Furniture
Walnut
Late 20th Century American Gothic Revival Furniture
Steel
1980s Italian Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture
Silver
Late 20th Century English Gothic Revival Furniture
Iron
Late 20th Century English Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary French Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
2010s American Gothic Revival Furniture
Wrought Iron
21st Century and Contemporary French Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
19th Century Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Metal, Brass, Iron
20th Century English Gothic Revival Furniture
Aluminum
Early 20th Century Dutch Gothic Revival Furniture
Brass
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Brass, Bronze
Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Furniture
Wrought Iron
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture
Metal
1880s French Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Furniture
Metal, Brass, Iron
Mid-19th Century French Antique Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
Late 20th Century English Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
1980s Unknown Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture
Walnut
1970s American Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture
Metal
1970s Unknown Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture
Plaster
1990s British Gothic Revival Furniture
Maple, Walnut, Burl
Late 20th Century Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak, Leather
Late 20th Century English Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
Late 20th Century American Gothic Revival Furniture
Cane, Oak
Late 20th Century Gothic Revival Furniture
Oak
1970s French Vintage Gothic Revival Furniture
Iron
Late 20th Century Italian Gothic Revival Furniture
Brass
Late 20th Century Mexican Gothic Revival Furniture
Iron