Gothic 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. The style is characterized by such decorative flourishes as pointed arches, floral details, finials, heraldic motifs and linenfold carving. The movement was rooted in religious and social conservatism. Its 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 castle or cathedral that inspired it, a Gothic Revival chair makes 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 might make a statement that your home is indeed your castle.
2010s Italian Gothic Furniture
Stainless Steel
2010s Italian Gothic Furniture
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Gothic Furniture
Leather
2010s American Gothic Furniture
Bronze
2010s Mexican Gothic Furniture
Hardwood, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Gothic Furniture
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Gothic Furniture
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary English Gothic Furniture
Limestone
21st Century and Contemporary American Gothic Furniture
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Gothic Furniture
Wood, Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Gothic Furniture
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Gothic Furniture
Wood
1940s French Vintage Gothic Furniture
Velvet, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Gothic Furniture
Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary American Gothic Furniture
Sheepskin
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Gothic Furniture
Bouclé
2010s Australian Gothic Furniture
Fur
2010s Australian Gothic Furniture
Leather
19th Century Italian Antique Gothic Furniture
Marble
2010s American Gothic Furniture
Fur
2010s Australian Gothic Furniture
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Gothic Furniture
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Gothic Furniture
Wool, Alpaca
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Gothic Furniture
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary French Gothic Furniture
Stone, Cast Stone, Cement
21st Century and Contemporary French Gothic Furniture
Cement, Cast Stone
Early 2000s Gothic Furniture
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary European Gothic Furniture
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary European Gothic Furniture
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary American Gothic Furniture
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Gothic Furniture
Marble