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Few design styles are more individual than the Middles Ages’ Gothic style. Gothic furniture contains intricate carvings, decorative paintings, and elaborate sculptures. While the Gothic style was first only in churches and wealthy homes, we can now all enjoy an updated version of this ornate style. If you are yearning for pointed arches, tracery, heavy fabrics and heavy woods, we’ve found eight Gothic chairs to indulge your fancy. A few of these are so elaborate they look like thrones but promise comfort along with the power.

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Updated 02/06/2022
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Set of Two Upholstered Gothic Armchairs

Set of Two Upholstered Gothic Armchairs

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A solid mahogany wood frame is hand carved on these two Gothic armchairs. They easily support 286 lbs and provide wide-seat comfort. The upholstered front and back rest, as well as the arm rests, are softly padded. The seat cushion has a foam fill and is also upholstered in the same polyester blend and patterned fabric.

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We picture these two Gothic armchairs sitting in pride of place at the head and foot of a dining table or flanking a hearth. The Gothic lions, graceful acanthus and intricate fretwork details require a full week of hand carving by skilled artisans. At 54” high, the seat supports every part of your back and neck. 

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Gothic Throne Chair

Gothic Throne Chair

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At 37” wide and 36” deep, this Gothic throne chair seat can comfortably support up to 350 lbs. The deeply cushioned seat and back are hand-upholstered on both sides in a button-tufted ebony genuine leather with nail head trim. Crafted from solid mahogany.

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This Gothic throne chair is topped with an ornate, hand-carved mahogany coat of arms. It features deep, large-scale, solid mahogany hand-carvings of massive growling lion heads. Named after Lord Raffles, this is the chair we would choose to replace the overstuffed recliners some people seem to love. Add an ottoman similarly upholstered in black leather and a lumbar cushion to the seat’s back seat to give you recliner comfort in a throne-like chair.

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Oak Finished Gothic Side Chair

Oak Finished Gothic Side Chair

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This Gothic chair shows off multi-tiered fretwork and is for sale as a single chair or as a set of two chairs. Easy to assemble, they are sturdy and wear well. With an oak-finished on solid mahogany, this chair is stain resistant and comfortable. 

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If one of these Gothic chairs would make a statement in your room, think of ordering a full set for your dining room! Most Gothic chairs are oversized, but the scale of this design allows you to surround your entire table with the same handsome chair. At 19” wide, each chair would not take up more than its 24” width allowance.  

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Gothic Side Chair

Gothic Side Chair

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Hand-carved from solid mahogany, this Gothic side chair has a seat back that stands 52” tall. The 18” square seat is covered in a poly blend fabric that can be cleaned with mild soap and water. This chair weighs only 24 lbs but can support up to 286 lbs.

$1077.11 $1138.86

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With a characteristic pointed arch and quatrefoil skirt and back splat detailing, this classic Gothic chair borrows its design from cathedral windows. The cushioned seat is upholstered in a royal plum and gold striped fabric with designs in blue and green tapestry patterns. A mirror in a pointed arch frame would cleverly copy this chair’s design and help to coordinate the look in your room. 

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Gothic Style Armchair

Gothic Style Armchair

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A removable seat cushion makes for easy cleaning on this solid mahogany Gothic replica chair. The poly blend fabric can be cleaned with water-based or dry, solvent-based cleaners. Clean the wood with a dry cloth. This chair can support up to 200 lbs, and the seat cushion is a generous 27” wide by 25.5” deep.

$1138.86 $1252.86

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Sit in the same grand style revered Renaissance magistrates and noted nobles did with this Gothic-style armchair. Handcarved with bared-teeth lions and rosettes, a luxurious upholstery fabric completes the look. Gold pin dots sit inside diamond cross-hatching on a warm brown background. Add little hits of gold to your decor and complement the palette these chairs bring with cream and more shades of beige and brown.

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Set of Two Gothic Armchairs

Set of Two Gothic Armchairs

With spires that reach 55” high, these all-wood mahogany Gothic armchairs are stained a warm cherry brown. Handcarved with embellishments, the cushions on these chairs are 25” wide by 20” deep and provide a comfortable seat. Partial assembly is required.

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Rustic Gothic Side Chair

Rustic Gothic Side Chair

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A wood saddle seat design helps to you sit more comfortably on this mahogany Gothic side chair. Trefoil and arched windows grace the back of the chair, and all wood is intentionally distressed to create an aged and rustic look. Supports up to 295 lbs.

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Gold Gothic Throne

Gold Gothic Throne

Fit for a king, the solid wood frame on this Gothic throne is painted gold. Carved lions cup the front of the throne’s arms while you sit on a crimson velvet seat cushion and against an upholstered back inset. The seat cushion is removable for cleaning. Wipe the chair clean with a dry cloth.

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Gothic Chairs

Buying Guide

A Gothic chair has carved, pointed arches and a paneled construction. Its style was revived during Victorian and Regency times. As you may know, Gothic chairs are popular for their incredibly ornate and elegant detailing. If you want your home to be well-decorated with intricate patterns and opulent details, then you'll love these types of chairs.

What upholstery goes well with gothic chairs?

Your choices in terms of upholstery material are dramatic, elegant, and bold. The types of fabric great with Gothic chairs are velvet, satin, and silk as they give a hint of decadence and glamour. The fabric may come with a bold color, texture or pattern. To create a unified look, opt for velvet upholstery if your curtains consist of satin and vice versa.

How do I choose the right size gothic chair?

We all have made this terrible mistake once: we go to online stores and fall deeply in love with a particular piece of furniture. As it arrives at our doorstep, it is in the wrong size! If you're like us then you've also thought about tearing down a wall just so the furniture fits through the door! To avoid taking drastic measures that can cost you thousands of dollars, write the dimensions that you are looking for, specifically depth, length, and height.

What are the best colors for gothic chairs?

Even if your chair fits through the door and into the space allotted for it, that does not necessarily mean that it will fit artistically or visually. Visualize your favorite Gothic chair and consider the color of the rugs, wallpaper, and other furniture pieces in your room. If you think they all look lovely together, then you've found yourself a gem!

While black is the color that's predominantly used in Victorian Gothic-themed living spaces, you must use it in moderation unless your goal is to have a home that looks like a haunted mansion.

Consider elegant colors that are rich, bold, and dramatic. If your walls are in dark ocean blue or ruby red, choose Gothic chairs that are in deep burgundy or emerald green. Earth elements like terra-cotta, brick, and wood are also color components present in Gothic homes, so try to pick Gothic chairs with either deep natural colors or rich jewel colors.

What kind of wood are gothic chairs made of?

Do you know what type of wood appeals most to you? Your most common options in terms of frame material are walnut, pine, teak, mahogany, oak, and cherry. All of them are solid wood and capable of withstanding daily use. Your other options are wood veneer or engineered wood products, which are cheaper. As they're cheaper, they don't give off an authentic Gothic vibe.

How are gothic chairs typically finished?

You should also check how the frame of a Gothic chair is finished. It may be stained, oiled, lacquered, fumed or painted.

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