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What is a classic barley twist?
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A classic barley twist refers to a specific attribute of a piece of furniture. The “twist” refers to a furnishing’s twisted form — in a table’s legs or in its trim, for example — that resembles a twisted stalk of barley sugar. The twist was frequently made of beech or walnut.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
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Pair Oak Barley Twist Armchairs
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Pair oak barley twist arm chairs in good condition. The chairs have carved leaves to the top and
Category
Vintage 1910s European Edwardian Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Sold-Carved Oak Barley Twist Candlestick
Located in Redding, CT
Carved oak barley twist candlestick. Columned base with heavily detailed carvings. Nice addition to
Category
Antique 1880s Aesthetic Movement Candlesticks
Materials
Oak
Oak Barley Twist Occasional Canteen Table
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Oak Barley Twist Occasional Canteen Table
This is a Very Good Quality Solid Oak Table, it was
Category
Vintage 1910s Arts and Crafts Serving Tables
Materials
Oak
Antique English Oak Barley Twist Three Tier Trolley Cart
Located in Pearland, TX
Classic antique English oak barley twist trolley cart with three tiers and original casters, circa
Category
Vintage 1920s English Late Victorian Dry Bars
Materials
Oak
Vintage Spanish Oak Barley Twisted Nailhead Accent Side Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Spanish oak barley twisted vanity chair featuring a neat red Southwestern upholstery with
Category
Late 20th Century Spanish Colonial Side Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
1920s English Golden Oak Barley Twist Occasional Side Table
Located in Germantown, MD
Antique Edwardian Golden Oak Barley twist side table or occasional table. Good antique condition
Category
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Side Tables
Materials
Oak
