Gothic Furniture
GOTHIC 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. 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.
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Style: Gothic
Period: 19th Century
Early Newyork Subway Train Station 32” Bronze Lantern Light
Located in Bensalem, PA
This is a truly amazing piece of New York City subway history solid bronze lantern with 2 sets of 4 original acrylic subway inserts black and white this does not have any wiring or s...
Category
1890s American Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Bronze
French Gothic Ormolu Cut Glass & Marble/Quartz Double Inkwell
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
French Gothic Ormolu Cut Glass and Marble/Quartz Double Inkwell
France, circa 1870s
A magnificent French Gothic Ormolu Cut Glass and Marble/Quartz Double Inkwell, dating back to the...
Category
19th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Quartz, Marble, Ormolu
19th Century French Gothic Wrought Iron Fireplace Tool Set with Bronze Handles
Located in Dallas, TX
Place this unique antique fireplace tool set next to your mantel. Hand forged in southwest France circa 1870 in Gothic style, the "Serviteur" sits on three curved legs the end with a decorative twist, with one straight leg that makes it easy to push up against a firelplace. The set includes four tools with heavy bronze handles including a shovel, tongs and broom in excellent condition. The free standing pedestal is dressed at the top with a round bronze pediment...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron, Bronze
Antique English silver Victorian gothic style vase, Birmingham 1890
Located in Central England, GB
This most eyecatching solid silver vase stands on a moulded and domed raised foot. The tall slender body slowly flares to a plain out swept rim.
The lower body is decorated with a g...
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Silver
19th Century French Gothic Black Painted Wrought Iron Six-Light Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Bring a true "Old World" flair to your dining room, entryway or den with this large and imposing light fixture. Crafted in France circa 1870 and round in shape, this antique chandeli...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Iron
Pair of Victorian Buff Terracotta Finials or Pier Caps
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An impressive set of 2 large-scale 19th century Victorian buff terracotta finials, perfect for use as large pier caps either side of grand set of driveway gates! Reminiscent of Tudor...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
A Victorian Gothic Style Exterior Door
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An Arched Gothic style door, salvaged from a Church in Shrewsbury.
Total Height 252 cm (99.21 in)
Height to shoulder: 153 cm (60.23 in)
Category
Mid-19th Century English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Wood, Pine
Pair of 19th Century Neo-Gothic Italian Wrought Iron Dragon Wall Lights
Located in Hastings, GB
An incredible pair of late 19th century wrought iron wall lights/ torchiere's. This stunning pair of hand crafted Dragons are attributed to the Italian Master Ironworker Alessandro M...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Arched Gothic Oak Cathedral Door
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Sourced from a cathedral in the south west of England, this arched gothic front door dates from the mid 1800s. On the front, it features vertical oak...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
Gothic Pugin oak hallstand
Located in Salisbury, GB
Victorian Gothic oak hallstand having the influence of Pugin
This Antique Gothic oak hallstand was made circa 1880.
This hallstand is a rare design and is particularly attractive wit...
Category
1880s English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Oak
Miniature Iron Maiden of Nuremberg
Located in Hanover, MA
Miniature "Iron Maiden" in blackened cast metal attached to its original round wood base. The front doors are pin-hinged and open to reveal pointed spikes. At base of doors is printe...
Category
1890s German Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Iron
19th Century Gothic Wrought Iron Chandelier
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Intricate wrought iron, Gothic style chandelier with foliate and floral motif.
Category
19th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Large French Gothic Library Throne Chairs
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Large French Gothic Library Throne Chairs
This beautiful pair of wide carved chairs each have a different carved face in the back rail, acanthus leaf carved arm rests and a sturdy ...
Category
1870s Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Walnut
19th Century French Gothic Brass & Copper Jewelry Box with Repousse Leaf Motifs
Located in Dallas, TX
This antique patinated gilt casket was created in France, circa 1890. Built with brass and copper, the miniature trunk-shaped box with bombe top, stands on...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Brass, Copper
19th Century Large Spanish Gothic Brutalist Carved Walnut Chest
Located in KEW, AU
Introducing our exquisite Northern Spanish Antique Walnut Cabinet, a timeless masterpiece that effortlessly blends Old-World craftsmanship with the rich beauty of solid walnut. Craft...
Category
Mid-19th Century Spanish Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Iron
Antique Gothic Renaissance Figural Carved Oak Wood China Wine Cabinet Cupboard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Gothic Renaissance Revival Figural Carved Oak Wood China Wine Cabinet Cupboard. Item features 2 part construction, rear entry with 2 door...
Category
19th Century Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Oak
19th Century French Iron & Enamel Planter
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th Century French Iron & Enamel Planter having gargoyle figures as legs with a total of 20 enameled tiles depicting flowers, Dimensions Height: 13.5" Width: 30" Depth: 14 3/4"
Category
19th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Iron
European Religious Bronze Sculpture Fragment on 19th Century Marble Pedestal
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Religious Bronze Fragment Sculpture on a 19th Century Column Marble Pedestal. These two object have been "married" later, meaning they were two separate items put together at a later...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Carved Oak Gothic Wall Bracket Shelf
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Carved Oak Gothic Wall Bracket Shelf
This is a Magnificent and quite Large piece of 19th Century carved oak, it is a wall bracket or shelf
The bracket is a heavy piece and comes w...
Category
19th Century Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Oak
Antique French 19th Century Vampire Slaying Kit.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French 19th Century Vampire Slaying Kit.
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Metal
19th Century Spanish Polished Iron Box with Pierced Engraved Geometric Motifs
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a shelf or a counter with this elegant antique decorative trunk. Crafted in Spain circa 1880, the strong box is decorated with pierced and engraved geometric motifs througho...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Iron
Carved Walnut Neo-Renaissance Dining Room Furniture
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
"Carved Walnut Dining Room Furniture In Neo-Renaissance Style"
Dining room furniture consisting of a large sideboard, a server and eight chairs.
In carved walnut, 19th century.
The t...
Category
19th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Antique French Church Hand-Carved Buffet Bookcase Cabinet, 19th Century
Located in Senonches, Centre-Val de Loire
Antique French hand-carved piece of furniture, from a French church, it was used to store bibles.
The sculptural work is admirable, and takes up the Gothic ecclesiastical architectu...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Walnut, Oak
Frankenstein; or The Modern Prometheus by Mary Shelley, Later Printing, 1891
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Shelley, Mary. Frankenstein; or The Modern Prometheus. London: George Routledge and Sons, 1891. 12mo. Rebound in 1/.4 black leather and green marble...
Category
1890s English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Leather, Paper
Antique Oscar Bach Figural Bronze Gothic Renaissance Wall Mirror With Fountain
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Oscar Bach Figural Bronze Gothic Renaissance Wall Mirror With Fountain. Item features a unique cast bronze figural fountain face to center of mir...
Category
19th Century Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Antique 1800s English Carved Oak Coffer Storage Trunk Box
Located in Centennial, CO
A beautiful, classic 19th century English carved oak storage trunk or coffer. Incised decorative carved patterns in the front. It could be used as a coffee table, at the foot of a be...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Iron
Antique Gothic Oak & Brass Communion Shelf 19thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Gothic Oak and Scrolled Brass Communion Shelf 19thC
Measures- 35.5''H x 24.25''W x 15.25''D
Category
19th Century Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Brass
Late 19th Century Wooden Door with Gothic Style Arch Detail
Located in Atlanta, GA
Late 19th Century Wooden Door with Gothic Style Arch Detail
Category
19th Century Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Wood
An English Firescreen in The Gothic Manner
Located in London, GB
An unusual wrought iron fireguard in the Gothic style. The arched feet surmounted by heavy chainmail mesh and finials above. English, 19th century. Could be polished if required.
Ad...
Category
19th Century English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
19th Century Gothic Aged Brass English Pair of Wall Sconces
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Character rich large pair of antique Gothic brass wall sconces that look like they came from a castle! Two arms in each with open cages around the sockets and handsome masculine des...
Category
19th Century English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Brass
St. Jerome Religious Painting, circa 19th Century
Located in London, GB
Late 19th century painting of St. Jerome with halo and skull.
A well painted canvas in original gilt frame generally in good condition.
Some losses to the frame and small nic...
Category
19th Century British Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Canvas
A Pair of Antique Bronze Gothic Style Candlesticks
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A great pair of bronze gothic style candles.
The set dates from circa 1890.
Origin: France
The candlesticks are in good condition with minor signs of use.
One of the candles has ...
Category
1880s French Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Polychrome Terra Cotta Architecturals or Wall Consoles, France, C. 1850
Located in Dallas, TX
Recently discovered in a secluded private chapel nestled within the enchanting Loire Valley in central France, this remarkable pair of mid-19th century polychrome terra cotta archite...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
A Carved English Stone Fireplace
Located in London, GB
A carved stone English fireplace in the Gothic manner. The jambs with panels carved with scrolled foliage throughout surmounted by end blocking with carved cartouche and shell. The f...
Category
19th Century English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Stone
Antique Victorian Oak Fireplace
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A beautifully crafted antique Victorian oak fireplace. This impressive fire surround dates from circa 1900. Its simple yet elegant design has stood the test of time, with its surface...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Wood, Oak
Circa 1900 Pair Of Lion Motif Andirons
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Nice pair of circa 1900's cast iron Lion motif andirons in very good original condition. They have recently been repainted.
Category
Late 19th Century European Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Iron
Late 19th Century French Gothic Style Hand Carved Walnut Cabinet or Credenza
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This late nineteenth century French Gothic style cabinet is constructed of solid walnut and features hand carved detailing of Gothic motifs on all of its forward facing panels, doors...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Antique Gothic Silvered Bronze 12-Light Chandelier, Circa 1860.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique Gothic Silvered Bronze 12-Light Chandelier, Circa 1860.
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Antique Fully Restored Gothic Pugin Style Brown Leather Studded Console Table
By Pugin
Located in GB
We are delighted to this absolutely stunning one of a kind Gothic Pugin style hand studded brown leather console table with single drawer
This...
Category
1840s English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak
Large Unglazed Gothic Antique Arched Door
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Standing at almost 3m tall, this huge unglazed antique gothic door dates from the early 19th century. Purportedly, it was taken from Rugby School i...
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Pine
Early 19th Century French Wrought Iron Hobnail Studded Safe Dated 1838
Located in Dallas, TX
Keep your valuables and documents in this important antique hobnail safe. Manufactured by Magaud de Charf in Clermont, France, the monumental wrought iron safe is decorated with nail head motifs on all four sides and has an all-original, working mechanism. The front door is further decorated with two large hinges on the sides, and further embellished with a bronze plaque on the top which reads: "Doumaux Jeune a Clermont 1838". The inside opens to reveal an amazing lock mechanism and a large storage compartment. To open the safe, you first need to find and locate the nail which will activate and open the key latch on the right. Next, place the two large keys in each key hole one at a time and turn them in a certain order to open the safe; when opened, the inside reveals three wooden drawers over a bottom shelf which lifts up for underneath storage. (A video will be sent to the buyer if needed). The large and heavy hobnail studded safe...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Gothic Style Iron Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Very Fine Hand Hammered Iron Chandelier in the Gothic style. Extraordinary iron work. 16 lights. France, circa 1890.
Dimensions: Height 51" Diameter 44"
CW5203
Category
1890s French Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Iron
A Heavy French Panelled Oak Coffer
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A Heavy French Panelled Oak Coffer
The chest has 2 moulded panels on the front and 1 more on each side with a carrying handle
This is a very heavy piece it is made from solid Oak
The top of the box has a planked and moulded edge and it has a large lidded candle box inside
This good rustic piece has been waxed and is in good sound condition for its age, it has blacksmith made hinges and handles
The Coffer measures 56’’ wide...
Category
Early 1800s Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Oak
Early 19th Century Set of Double Castle Door Hinges A rare find
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Early 19th Century Set of Double Castle Door Hinges
A rare find, this set of hinges are blacksmith made in solid iron, they are very heavy and beautifully decorative, there is also ...
Category
Early 1800s Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Iron
Late 19th century Caldwell Gothic St. Michael Motif Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of late 19th century gothic style Caldwell bronze sconces with St Michael motif
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Bronze
English Early 19th Century Iron Bound Coffer
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This exceptional trunk was made in England, circa 1800. The antique coffer has an interior which has been lined with metal and would make a fantastic storage or blanket chest. The so...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Iron
Important Gothic Pugin Style Victorian Walnut Dwarf Open Bookcase
By Pugin
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this very well made Gothic Pugin style very large dwarf open bookcase
A very good looking and well made piece, the sh...
Category
19th Century English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Antique Gothic Oak Housekeeper Cupboard, Hall, Armoire, Scotland 1880, H985
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique Gothic Oak Housekeeper Cupboard, Hall, Armoire, Scotland 1880, H985
Scotland 1880
Sold oak
Original finish
Carved top with a pair of carved panelled doors underneath
Four pa...
Category
1880s Scottish Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Oak
Victorian Gothic Style Interior Door
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A late 19th century Victorian gothic style interior door, one of two similar reclaimed from a country house in Surrey (please enquire for details). This antique internal door...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Wood, Pine, Paint
19th Century French Gothic Canterbury in Walnut
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
An early 19th century French walnut canterbury or magazine rack, the three closed division top with gothic style panelled sides, raised on walnut and inlaid block feet, terminating o...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Antique French Gothic Figural Carved Walnut Chateau Buffet Sideboard Cabinet
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique French Gothic Figural Carved Walnut Chateau Buffet Sideboard Cabinet
A Beautiful Antique Carved Walnut high quality commission French Chateau Cabinet...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Brass
Large Bleached Oak French Gothic Bookcase Display Cabinet, circa 1840-60
Located in Round Top, TX
This large bleached oak bookcase has intricate details such as the gothic trim that accents the crown and panel doors in addition to the dramatic turned co...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Oak
Antique French Carved Ornate Walnut Figural Server Buffet Cabinet
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique French Carved Ornate Walnut Figural Server Buffet Cabinet
Stunning Antique Imported from France Hand Carved Ornate Walnut Chateau Marb...
Category
1880s French Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Marble
Large Early 19th Century Door Lock and Latch on Patinated Stand
Located in San Mateo, CA
Large early 19th century European door lock and latch. This had a custom stand made that was patinated to match the lock. This was probably done in the 1970's. There is an acrylic mi...
Category
Early 19th Century European Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Brass, Iron
C19th Country House Elm Bench (pair available)
Located in Shipston-On-Stour, GB
Substantial 19th Century ‘Country House’ elm hall bench.
The arched back with angled panels and flanked with carved finials, above scroll arms with pierced carved trefoils and soli...
Category
1860s English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Elm
19th Century Carved Stone Alms Box
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
Unusual 19th century carved stone alms or offertory box. Primitive carved stone head above the coin slot. As expected some minor wear to the edges, the secured metal reverse is most ...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Stone
French 19th Century Henri II Style Bleached Desserte Console
Located in San Antonio, TX
This French 19th century Henri II bleached Desserte is made of walnut and features impressive curled columns on the sides. With a drawer and two shelves, this desserte offers both pr...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Antique French Monumental Hand Carved Ornate Figural Walnut Commissioned Cabinet
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique French Monumental Hand Carved Ornate Figural Walnut Commissioned Chateau Cabinet
An elaborate antique imported from France finely hand carve...
Category
19th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Marble
Gothic furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Gothic 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 building and garden elements, decorative objects, lighting and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, iron and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Gothic furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and United Kingdom pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include Europa Antiques, Edward F. Caldwell & Co., Maitland Smith, and Aeterna Furniture. 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 $275,000 while the average work can sell for $2,408.
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