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.
19th century carved oak butlers tray on stand
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century carved oak butlers tray on stand circa 1890. We are pleased to offer this gothic revival butlers tray on original stand. Practical antique that offers many uses around...
Oak
19th Century solid oak gothic revival butlers tray on stand
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century solid oak gothic revival butlers tray on stand circa 1870. Fine quality butlers tray on original stand, unusually made in solid oak from Sweden. Shaped gallery with ha...
Oak
Swedish 19th century oak butlers tray from Bäckaskog castle
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century oak butlers tray from Bäckaskog castle circa 1890 Fine quality butlers tray on stand from Bäckaskog castle in Sweden. Removable tray with 3/4 moulded gallery and turne...
Oak
$4,500
H 31 in W 43.75 in D 23.5 in
Mahogany William IV Parcel-Gilt Tray on Stand, 19th Century English
Located in El Monte, CA
A handsome William IV mahogany and parcel-gilt tray on stand that exemplifies the restrained elegance of the period. Both tray and stand are crafted from rich mahogany polished to hi...
Mahogany
19th Century Mahogany Serving Tray
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th century mahogany serving tray Hand made serving tray from solid mahogany with brass hardware. The oval tray has four handles along four drop-down sides. The tray sits a...
Mahogany
$1,804
H 22.05 in W 27.56 in D 17.72 in
Antique English 19th Century Sheraton Revival Mahogany Tray Table
Located in London, GB
Antique English 19th century Sheraton Revival Mahogany Tray Table. circa 1890. In very good condition commensurate with age.
Brass
19th Century Mahogany Serving Tray on Folding Stand
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th Century Mahogany Serving Tray on Folding Stand English serving tray on folding stand The tray is made from solid mahogany This would make a handsome bar / cocktail stand Tr...
Mahogany
Small Georgian Mahogany Butlers Tray on Stand
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Good Quality And Unusually Small Georgian Mahogany Butlers Tray, Of Diminutive Proportion, Having Elegant Shaped Sides With Pierced Carrying Handles And Well Figured Top, Housed On Later Square Chamfered Leg Mahogany Stand. During the 18th and 19th centuries a coffee table was not what we regard as a coffee table in the 21st century. Coffee tables back then were always full height, effectively side tables. The modern, low, coffee table is really something which began to be seen during the early 20th century onwards. Based on the above there is a variety of different methods to incorporate a coffee table into an interior for people who wish to furnish their properties with genuine antique furniture, whilst still allowing for the practicalities and function which is required in modern times. Therefore it is now incredibly common to find 18th and 19th century trays of varying shape, size and design utilised as coffee tables. As with all the others that we have seen this particular tray has been fitted onto a low, practical and sturdy stand constructed from old antique wood. It’s worth noting that generally this means an old broken table...
Mahogany
English Regency Mahogany Butler's Tray
Located in Bradenton, FL
Large 19th Century Mahogany Butler's Tray is an elegant piece of furniture that combines both functionality and sophistication. Features a removable, rectangular wooden tray with rai...
Mahogany
19th Century English Mahogany Inlaid Serving Tray on Stand
Located in High Point, NC
19th century mahogany shaped serving tray with serpentine and inlaid molded gallery and bulbous brass handles. The tray has a central satinwood feathered design, and intricately inla...
Brass
$1,780Sale Price|24% Off
H 23.5 in W 16.5 in D 22.75 in
Mahogany Butlers Tray Table, late 19th C., England
Located in Chappaqua, NY
Late 19th century butlers tray on stand. Scalloped detail incorporating open handles for serving. Beautiful mahogany with great patina.
Mahogany
$660Sale Price|40% Off
H 31.75 in W 31.5 in D 18.5 in
Handsome Mahogany Butlers Tray Table on Folding Stand
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Handsome mahogany butlers tray on folding stand; stand has needlepointed straps with medallions as the cross supports.
Mahogany
19th Century Mahogany Faux Bamboo Butler Tray Table
Located in Germantown, MD
A 19th Century George III style Mahogany butler Tray Table. This can may be used as two separate pieces as the base may be used as a stand alone table. Tray is 27.5" in width, 17" in...
Mahogany
19th Century French Lacquered Tray
Located in Stockbridge, GA
19th century French tole lacquered tray
Metal
19th Century English Butlers Tray Table
Located in Pomona, CA
A mid-19th century English mahogany butlers tray on the stand features a rectangular tray with a surrounding gallery. On a folding X-frame stand with woven straps to accommodate the ...
Mahogany
19th century oak butlers tray from Bäckaskog castle
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century oak butlers tray from Bäckaskog castle circa 1890 Fine quality butlers tray on stand from Bäckaskog castle in Sweden. Removable tray with 3/4 moulded gallery and turne...
Oak
Early 20th Century Gothic Revival Oak Butlers Tray on Stand
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 20th century gothic revival oak butlers tray on stand circa 1910. Good quality butler's tray on original stand. Tray with tracery elements to the gallery, further decorated...
Oak
Early 20th Century Gothic Revival Oak Butlers Tray on Stand
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 20th century gothic revival oak butlers tray on stand circa 1910. Good quality butler's tray on original stand. Tray with tracery elements to the gallery, further decorated ...
Brass
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H 39 in W 28.5 in D 12 in
Bronze and Iron Telephone Stand with Marble Top in the Style of Oscar Bach c1920
Located in Toledo, OH
A unique bronze and iron telephone stand in the style of Oscar Bach. Stand has an onyx top with a heavy vein down the center. The back has a slot with slip in a door to allow for the...