Gothic Armchairs
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.
17th Century Antique Gothic Armchairs
Oak
2010s Italian Gothic Armchairs
Steel
2010s Italian Gothic Armchairs
Steel
Mid-20th Century English Gothic Armchairs
Rattan
2010s Italian Gothic Armchairs
Stainless Steel
20th Century English Gothic Armchairs
Hardwood
20th Century American Gothic Armchairs
Brass
1870s Antique Gothic Armchairs
Walnut
17th Century Antique Gothic Armchairs
Oak
18th Century Antique Gothic Armchairs
Oak
Early 20th Century French Gothic Armchairs
Metal
2010s Mexican Gothic Armchairs
Hardwood, Oak
Early 1900s English Antique Gothic Armchairs
Leather, Hardwood
Early 1900s English Antique Gothic Armchairs
Leather, Hardwood
Late 19th Century Antique Gothic Armchairs
Walnut
1840s British Antique Gothic Armchairs
Hardwood
19th Century Italian Antique Gothic Armchairs
Wood
20th Century English Gothic Armchairs
Iron
19th Century Antique Gothic Armchairs
Oak
19th Century English Antique Gothic Armchairs
Oak, Velvet
20th Century Gothic Armchairs
Wood
19th Century Antique Gothic Armchairs
Wood, Fabric, Mahogany
17th Century European Antique Gothic Armchairs
Wood
19th Century English Antique Gothic Armchairs
Oak
Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Gothic Armchairs
Walnut
19th Century Italian Antique Gothic Armchairs
Oak
20th Century Gothic Armchairs
Cane, Rattan
1950s French Vintage Gothic Armchairs
Rattan
20th Century American Gothic Armchairs
Leather, Bamboo, Rattan
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Gothic Armchairs
Velvet
20th Century American Gothic Armchairs
Leather, Bamboo, Cane, Rattan
20th Century American Gothic Armchairs
Leather, Fabric, Bamboo, Cane, Rattan, Down
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Gothic Armchairs
Bouclé
1980s Unknown Vintage Gothic Armchairs
Rattan, Bamboo
20th Century American Gothic Armchairs
Leather, Fabric, Rattan
2010s Polish Gothic Armchairs
Stainless Steel
Late 20th Century German Gothic Armchairs
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Gothic Armchairs
Steel
17th Century English Antique Gothic Armchairs
Wood, Oak
18th Century English Antique Gothic Armchairs
Oak, Wood
19th Century Antique Gothic Armchairs
Mahogany
Early 1900s German Antique Gothic Armchairs
Oak
1860s English Antique Gothic Armchairs
Leather, Oak
1880s French Antique Gothic Armchairs
Walnut
17th Century French Antique Gothic Armchairs
Cherry, Chestnut, Oak, Walnut
Early 20th Century Gothic Armchairs
Wood
Mid-18th Century French Antique Gothic Armchairs
Brass
19th Century British Antique Gothic Armchairs
Oak
1840s French Antique Gothic Armchairs
Wood, Oak
20th Century Gothic Armchairs
Oak