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.
Early 18th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Wrought Iron
1970s European Vintage Gothic Furniture
Porcelain
Early 18th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Wrought Iron
1920s Italian Vintage Gothic Furniture
Marble, Bronze
1930s American Vintage Gothic Furniture
Masonite
1860s Belgian Antique Gothic Furniture
Iron
17th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Wrought Iron
17th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Wrought Iron
Early 18th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Wrought Iron
Early 18th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Wrought Iron
Early 18th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Wrought Iron
Early 18th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Wrought Iron
1870s English Antique Gothic Furniture
Sterling Silver
Early 1900s Antique Gothic Furniture
Iron
Mid-20th Century Dutch Gothic Furniture
Earthenware
17th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Wrought Iron, Iron
19th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Marble
18th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Wrought Iron
17th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Iron
1870s Antique Gothic Furniture
Oak
Early 20th Century American Gothic Furniture
Iron, Wrought Iron
19th Century Antique Gothic Furniture
Oak
1940s English Vintage Gothic Furniture
Suede, Wood
1950s American Vintage Gothic Furniture
Steel, Brass
1890s Antique Gothic Furniture
Oak
18th Century Antique Gothic Furniture
Oak
1930s Vintage Gothic Furniture
Iron
Mid-20th Century American Gothic Furniture
Sterling Silver, Brass
19th Century Great Britain (UK) Antique Gothic Furniture
20th Century Gothic Furniture
Metal
Late 20th Century Gothic Furniture
19th Century English Antique Gothic Furniture
Iron
16th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Iron
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Iron
20th Century Gothic Furniture
Brass
20th Century Gothic Furniture
Iron, Brass
Late 19th Century Antique Gothic Furniture
Oak
20th Century Gothic Furniture
Crystal, Iron, Wrought Iron
Mid-17th Century Italian Antique Gothic Furniture
Wood
19th Century Antique Gothic Furniture
Oak
Early 1600s Swiss Antique Gothic Furniture
Walnut
Late 19th Century Belgian Antique Gothic Furniture
Wood
19th Century Antique Gothic Furniture
Wood, Fabric, Mahogany
19th Century Antique Gothic Furniture
Iron
19th Century Antique Gothic Furniture
Iron
1930s Vintage Gothic Furniture
Brass
Mid-19th Century Antique Gothic Furniture
Silver
1920s Vintage Gothic Furniture
Copper
1960s Vintage Gothic Furniture
Iron
20th Century English Gothic Furniture
Hardwood
Late 19th Century German Antique Gothic Furniture
Pewter
Early 20th Century Gothic Furniture
Iron
19th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Bronze, Iron
16th Century Italian Antique Gothic Furniture
Wood
Early 1800s Antique Gothic Furniture
Oak
19th Century European Antique Gothic Furniture
Brass, Bronze
20th Century European Gothic Furniture
Leather, Oak
1940s English Vintage Gothic Furniture
Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 1800s Antique Gothic Furniture
Iron