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
Gothic Carved Oak Oval Mirror A lovely piece
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Gothic Carved Oak Oval Mirror
A lovely piece, the wide frame has a beautifully carved border decorated with Roses and a crown at the top.
The mirror is in good condition, the frame ...
Category
19th Century Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Oak
19th Century French Gothic Verdigris Flat Bottom Iron Eight-Light Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a kitchen island or breakfast room with this elegant antique flat bottom light fixture. Forged in France, circa 1920 and rectangular in shape, the large chandelier has eight...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Iron
Unique Victorian Reformed Gothic Specimen Cabinet in Oak
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn4656 Exceptional quality Reformed Gothic oak collectors cabinet, having outswpet cornice with above a pair of glazed doors fitted with original working lock and a key, enclosing 22...
Category
1860s English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Oak
$7,246 Sale Price
20% Off
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St Matthew. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St Matthew
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Paper
Carved Oak Foot Stool Upholstered in Leather
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Carved oak foot stool upholstered in leather.
A lovely piece, this Victorian stool is made in carved oak, it stands on short carved hairy paw feet an...
Category
19th Century Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Oak
Set of 9 Reclaimed Gothic Style 6-Inch Geometric Tiles
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A set of nine 6-inch reclaimed tiles in the gothic style, decorated with interlinking circles, foliate roundels and stylised fish. Possibly in the style of Christopher Dresser, circa...
Category
1870s English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Clay
Gothic Brass Jardiniere with Lions Mask Handles and Liner
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Gothic Brass Jardiniere with Lions Mask Handles and Liner
This is a very old piece and it has its original lead liner
The pot is oval and ...
Category
19th Century Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Brass
Oil on board portrait of a 16th style gentleman. Very stately.
Located in Buchanan, MI
Oil on board portrait of a 16th style gentleman in the manner of Hans Holbein. Very stately.
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Giltwood
Heavy Bronze Bell, Tower Bell This Is a Very Heavy Piece It Is on an Oak Yoke
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Heavy Bronze Bell, Tower Bell
This is a very heavy piece it is on an Oak Yoke with iron fixings including a the bracket which holds the rope
For the purpose of the pictures and ...
Category
1840s Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Bronze
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 Marble...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Marble
Large pair of french Late 19 th Century candelabra
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare pair of large late 19 th century French candelabra, the patina is so much nicer in person,
I believe they came from a church
Category
1880s French Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Brass
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St Joseph. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St Joseph
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Paper
Large 19th Century Inglenook Fire Grate on Andirons
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Large 19th Century Inglenook Fire Grate on Andirons
This is heavy hand Forged Iron Log Grate is supported on a Pair of Iron Andirons
The Grate is in very good but used condition and it is very heavy and would look superb in an open or Inglenook fire place
The Andirons and Grate...
Category
19th Century Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Iron
Set of 3 Antique Ecclesiastical Diagonal Panels
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A set of 3 antique Ecclesiastical style carved panels in diagonal form. These tracery panels of Pugin style make for decorative wall art or, once glazed, elaborate windows in a perio...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Wood, Pine
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
Danish Gothic Chest, Decorated Floral and Church style
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
A small yet striking Gothic-inspired oak chest with iron hinges, featuring exquisite floral relief carvings on the front and sides. Influenced by Danish folk art and church aesthetic...
Category
19th Century Danish Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Oak
An Architectural Model of a Gothic Pinnacle France
Located in Chonburi, TH
This architectural model is a stunning representation of a Gothic pinnacle from France, standing at an impressive height of 51 cm. Crafted with meticul...
Category
19th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Oak
$810 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of 19th century Italian Gothic Style Oak Chairs
Located in Troy, NY
A pair of impressive, massive chairs after a 12th century model from the cathedral in Agnano, Italy.
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Oak
Very Large Gothic Gilt Church Chandelier
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Very Large Gothic Gilt Church Chandelier
This amazing piece has come from a private chapel, it is made in Iron and is decorated with oak leaves and acorns, the chandelier has 6 Arms ...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Iron
Mid 19th Century Gothic Style Antique Steel Firegrate
Located in London, GB
A mid 19th century (circa 1860) Gothic style steel firegrate. The horseshoe shaped dogs with scrolls and foliage surmounted by brass enrichment and knolled shaped finials. The cast f...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Steel
French Gothic Wrought Iron Manor House Fire Tool Companion Set
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
French Gothic wrought iron manor house fire tool companion set
The stand is very large and heavy, it dates from the early 19th century and comes from a Brittany Manor House
Thi...
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Tall Arts & Crafts Cast Iron Candle Stick or Torchère
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Tall Arts & Crafts cast iron candle stick or torchère.
This is a tall and very heavy Torchere, it has a pricket in the centre of the sconce and sta...
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Iron
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
Antique Victorian Gothic Velvet Framed Wall Mirror With Shelves, 19th Century
Located in Bristol, GB
ANTIQUE MIRRORED SHELF
A decorative mirror with suptuous red velvet-covered, shaped frame in the Gothic taste.
Three mirrored sections with ...
Category
1880s European Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Gold, Metallic Thread
Important Gothic Pugin Style Victorian Walnut Dwarf Open Bookcase
By Pugin
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
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
19th Century Blacksmith Made Gothic Wrought Iron Floor Lamp
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
19th Century Blacksmith Made Gothic wrought iron floor lamp
This is a very unusual Gothic Wrought Iron Floor Lamp the stand is blacksmith made, it stands on 3 feet and takes a wax candle which sits in the centre sconce...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Iron
Small Carved Oak Chest or Shoe Box Coffer
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Small carved oak chest or shoe box coffer
The chest has 2 carved panels to the front and and decorative nailed and scalloped corners, inside is clean and it has blacksmith made hinges
This small oak...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Oak
19th Century Cross
Located in Madrid, ES
19th Century cross.
Nice XIX century cross in olive wood. Measures: 23x12 cm. In good condition.
Good condition.
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Bronze
A Large English Fireplace Mantel in Grey York Stone
Located in London, GB
A large English fireplace in grey York stone. The frieze and jambs with moulded ingrounds surmounted by plain shelf, 19th century.
Measure:
Shelf Width: 1940 mm 76 3/8 in
Over...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Stone
Antique French Neogothic Altar Torchère Candlestick Set w/ Jesus & Cross
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique French Neogothic Altar Torchère Candlestick Set w/ Jesus & Cross
This set of antique French candle holders are decorated with im...
Category
19th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Brass
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St Thomas Becket. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St Thomas Becket
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Paper
19th Century Pair of Wooden Wall Chandeliers
Located in Esbeek, NL
Wall chandeliers in Gothic style.
Category
19th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Wood
$3,275 / set
Antique Pair Gothic Revival of Handcrafted Gilt Bronze Candlesticks Holders
Located in Lisse, NL
Great pair of 19th century candleholders.
If you are looking for a stylish and small pair of church candle holders to create a special atmospher...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St Louis 1X. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St Louis 1X
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Paper
Set of Four Ebonized Gothic Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Set of four ebonized Gothic side chairs. Label from Irving & Casson - A.H. Davenport, Co., Boston and New York.
Category
19th Century American Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Wood
$18,000 / set
Antique brass clock set with religious decoration
Located in London, GB
This three-piece brass clock set is wonderfully designed to look like a collection of Christian church bells. The mantel clock features a bell-shaped b...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Brass, Enamel
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
Set of 5 Antique Ecclesiastical Carved Panels
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A set of 5 antique Ecclesiastical style carved panels. These tracery panels of Pugin style make for decorative wall art or, once glazed, elaborate windows in a period property or mod...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Wood, Pine
Victorian gilt inkstand desk set in the Gothic style
Located in London, GB
Victorian gilt inkstand desk set in the Gothic style
English, 19th Century
Height 19cm, width 27cm, depth 12.5cm
This wonderful inkstand is a fine piece of Victorian period design. ...
Category
19th Century English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Brass
Large English Stone Fireplace in the Gothic Manner
Located in London, GB
A large English stone fireplace in the Gothic manner. The arched frieze with carved spandrels, the jambs with moulding to inside edge. Finished with a light grey, rustic paint effect...
Category
19th Century English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Stone
Bleached Oak Gothic Style Extending Dining Table This is a very sturdy table
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Bleached Oak Gothic Style Extending Dining Table
This is a very sturdy table both the top and the legs are solid Oak. The table extends by means of a winding mechanism that opens the...
Category
19th Century Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Oak
English Fireplace in York Stone
Located in London, GB
An English fireplace in York stone. The plain jambs surmounted by brackets, with moulded shelf above. English, circa 1900.
Measures:
Shelf width: 1445 mm...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Stone
Antique Gothic Style Hob Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A Victorian era Gothic style hob grate dating from circa 1830 and unusually decorated with castellations and quatrefoils. Finished in black graphite polish, this antique cast iron hob grate...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Metal, Iron
Large & Imposing English Antique Polished Steel Firegrate
Located in London, GB
A large and imposing 19th century English polished steel firegrate with a Gothic influence. The turned cylindrical feet surmounted by elegant ball finials with teardrop tops, large b...
Category
19th Century English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Steel
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St Bruno of Cologne. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St Bruno of Cologne
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Paper
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St John The Baptist. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St John The Baptist
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Paper
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St Edward The Confessor. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St Edward The Confessor
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Paper
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St Vincent De Paul. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St Vincent De Paul
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper s...
Category
1880s English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Paper
Antique Gothic Style Fire Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An unusual late 19th century antique gothic style fire grate, reclaimed from a property in Sussex. Pairing function with form, this fire grate is a striking piece for any setting, de...
Category
19th Century English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Brass, Iron
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St Teresa of Avila. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St Teresa of Avila
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Paper
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St George. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St George
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Paper
Fine Quality 19th Century Carved Oak Glazed Bookcase
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Fine Quality 19th century carved oak glazed bookcase.
This is a very attractive piece, it has 2 glazed doors which have a deeply carved border matching the top and base carving an...
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Oak
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St Stanislas. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St Stanislas
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Paper
Original Antique Illuminated Print of St Dominic. C.1880
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of St Dominic
Illuminated Chromolithograph
Published circa 1880
Unframed.
Free shipping
The measurement is the paper size
Category
1880s English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Paper
Antique Gilt Bronze and Porcelain Mantel Clock with Chivalric Scenes
Located in London, GB
This beautiful porcelain mantel clock is designed in the shape of a shield which is propped up on a gilt bronze (ormolu) easel support, composed of two shields and a staff topped by ...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Ormolu, Bronze
19th Century French Forged Iron Music Stand Lectern with Fleur-de-Lys Decor
Located in Dallas, TX
Bring Gothic elegance to a study or music room with this ornate antique “Lutrin” or lectern. Crafted in France circa 1880, the double-sided music stand is forged from solid iron and ...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid-19th Century Neo-Gothic Cast Iron Fire Grate
Located in London, GB
A 19th century English polished cast iron fire grate in the Gothic style. The shaped feet surmounted by fleur-de-lys finials, the large burning area with cast iron back behind dated ...
Category
Mid-19th Century British Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Iron
An Unusual English Antique Coal Box.
Located in London, GB
An unusual English antique coal box. This antique coal box/scuttle is made in steel and dates from around 1900. The coal box is very well made and is ...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Iron
Rustic English Fireplace in the Gothic Manner
Located in London, GB
A large stone fireplace in the Gothic style. The moulded jambs with plain frieze above and heavy moulded shelf. Rustic travertine stone. English,...
Category
19th Century English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Stone
Antique Wrought Iron Mirror with Ornate Patterning
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique ornately round wrought iron mirror.
This impressive mirror is decorated with arched trefoils and twisted detailing, that would make an elegant showpiece in any space.
Th...
Category
19th Century English Antique Gothic Furniture
Materials
Mirror
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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