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English Regency Set of Eight Mahogany Dining Room Chairs W/ Reeded Legs C. 1810
English Regency Set of Eight Mahogany Dining Room Chairs W/ Reeded Legs C. 1810

English Regency Set of Eight Mahogany Dining Room Chairs W/ Reeded Legs C. 1810

Located in Charleston, SC

, rectangular splat backs, barley twist spindles, white muslin seats, and resting on the original bulbous ringed

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Antique 1810s English Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Muslin, Mahogany

19th Century Georgian Style Hob Grate Fireplace Insert
19th Century Georgian Style Hob Grate Fireplace Insert

19th Century Georgian Style Hob Grate Fireplace Insert

Located in Edinburgh, GB

outer plate with a central raised embellishment flanked by two tall barley twist spindles capped by urns

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Vintage 1960s English Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Antique Victorian Mahogany Painted Hunzinger Barley Twist Arm Chair Ball & Claw
Antique Victorian Mahogany Painted Hunzinger Barley Twist Arm Chair Ball & Claw

Antique Victorian Mahogany Painted Hunzinger Barley Twist Arm Chair Ball & Claw

By George Hunzinger

Located in Dayton, OH

Late Victorian Hunzinger Arm Chair. Made from Mahogany with a barley twisted frame featuring

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany, Paint

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English Barley Twist Barrel Back Armchair
English Barley Twist Barrel Back Armchair

English Barley Twist Barrel Back Armchair

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H 33 in W 22 in D 18.5 in

English Barley Twist Barrel Back Armchair

Located in Wilson, NC

English Barley Twist barrel back armchair, with the back supported by fifteen barley twist spindles

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Antique 1890s English Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Mahogany

Mahogany Corner Chair
Mahogany Corner Chair

Mahogany Corner Chair

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H 31.5 in W 25.5 in D 22 in

Mahogany Corner Chair

Located in New York, NY

Mahogany Corner Chair with Barley twist spindles. English 1880's

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Antique 19th Century British Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century English Oak Tall-Back Needlepoint-Covered Accent Chair
19th Century English Oak Tall-Back Needlepoint-Covered Accent Chair

19th Century English Oak Tall-Back Needlepoint-Covered Accent Chair

Located in Southampton, NY

19th Century English oak tall-back needlepoint-covered accent chair with barley twist spindles to

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Dutch Tea Bucket Vintage
Dutch Tea Bucket Vintage

Dutch Tea Bucket Vintage

Unavailable

H 19 in Dm 14.5 in

Dutch Tea Bucket Vintage

Located in Cookeville, TN

This is a unique Dutch tea bucket with turned banister and barley-twist spindles. The rustic piece

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Primitive Platters and Serveware

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Uniquely Detailed Child's Chair W. Barley Twist Spindles
19th Century French Uniquely Detailed Child's Chair W. Barley Twist Spindles

19th Century French Uniquely Detailed Child's Chair W. Barley Twist Spindles

Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL

twist spindles sets the chair apart and compliment the elegant look. Please see photo #2 to get an

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Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Children's Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Antique Flint School Mahogany Barley Twist Spindle Piano Chair, circa 1900
Antique Flint School Mahogany Barley Twist Spindle Piano Chair, circa 1900

Antique Flint School Mahogany Barley Twist Spindle Piano Chair, circa 1900

By R.J. Horner & Co.

Located in Big Flats, NY

surmounting barley twist spindle back and adjustable seat, raised on flared barley twist legs terminating in

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Early 20th Century American Victorian Side Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

A Late 19th Century Brass Club Fender
A Late 19th Century Brass Club Fender

A Late 19th Century Brass Club Fender

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H 20 in W 61 in D 19.8 in

A Late 19th Century Brass Club Fender

Located in Tetbury, England

The upholstered seat pad supported on barley twist spindles, ogee moulded base with floor mounting

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Antique Late 19th Century English Benches

Materials

Brass

Louis XIII Style Fauteuil
Louis XIII Style Fauteuil

Louis XIII Style Fauteuil

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H 45 in W 27 in D 36 in

Louis XIII Style Fauteuil

Located in Chicago, IL

twist spindle joins the front turned legs.

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Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XIII Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Edwardian Barley Twist Armchair with Cane Early 20th Century United Kingdom
Edwardian Barley Twist Armchair with Cane Early 20th Century United Kingdom

Edwardian Barley Twist Armchair with Cane Early 20th Century United Kingdom

Located in Sakskøbing, DK

is complemented by barley twist legs and matching barley twist spindles, showcasing the craftsmanship

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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Beech

19th Century Regency Style Burl Wood Wine Cellarette, circa 1880
19th Century Regency Style Burl Wood Wine Cellarette, circa 1880

19th Century Regency Style Burl Wood Wine Cellarette, circa 1880

Located in Nantucket, MA

and carved delicate baluster turned and barley twist spindles, holding a hand crafted brass liner, on

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Antique 1870s English Regency Revival Dry Bars

Materials

Burl

19th Century English Mahogany Canterbury
19th Century English Mahogany Canterbury

19th Century English Mahogany Canterbury

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H 19 in W 18 in D 11.5 in

19th Century English Mahogany Canterbury

Located in High Point, NC

shaped rails, which are connected to the base by hand turned barley twist spindles. The base has a single

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass

British Colonial Teak Wood Armoire
British Colonial Teak Wood Armoire

British Colonial Teak Wood Armoire

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H 94 in W 39 in D 22 in

British Colonial Teak Wood Armoire

Located in Chicago, IL

that conceals two shelves and drawers is framed by turned, barley twist spindles. A large bottom drawer

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Early 20th Century Burmese British Colonial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Mirror, Teak

mid 19th century Hindley and sons armchair
mid 19th century Hindley and sons armchair

mid 19th century Hindley and sons armchair

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H 25.99 in W 24.02 in D 28.75 in

mid 19th century Hindley and sons armchair

By Charles Hindley & Sons

Located in Batley, GB

supported by walnut barley twist spindles and carved walnut knuckles. Structurally in good solid order and

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Antique Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Superb Quality and Design 19th Century Heavy Brass Fender
Superb Quality and Design 19th Century Heavy Brass Fender

Superb Quality and Design 19th Century Heavy Brass Fender

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

it has a deep base and chunky barley twist spindles, this is one of the heaviest and finest quality

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Antique Late 19th Century High Victorian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Early 18th Century Three-Piece English Baroque Carved and Ebonized Oak Sofa Set
Early 18th Century Three-Piece English Baroque Carved and Ebonized Oak Sofa Set

Early 18th Century Three-Piece English Baroque Carved and Ebonized Oak Sofa Set

Located in Big Flats, NY

frame with barley twist spindles and stretchers; set includes sofa settle, love seat settle and chair

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Antique 18th Century English Baroque Sofas

Materials

Hardwood, Oak

Edwardian Barley Twist Armchair with Cane Early 20th Century United Kingdom
Edwardian Barley Twist Armchair with Cane Early 20th Century United Kingdom

Edwardian Barley Twist Armchair with Cane Early 20th Century United Kingdom

Located in Sakskøbing, DK

is complemented by barley twist legs and matching barley twist spindles, showcasing the craftsmanship

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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Armchairs

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Cane, Beech

Antique Communion Rail in English Oak, Victorian Ecclesiastical, circa 1900
Antique Communion Rail in English Oak, Victorian Ecclesiastical, circa 1900

Antique Communion Rail in English Oak, Victorian Ecclesiastical, circa 1900

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

quality, stout barley twist baluster columns Flank a run of smaller, barley twist spindles Supporting an

Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Benches

Victorian Antique Communion Rail in English Oak, Ecclesiastical, circa 1900
Victorian Antique Communion Rail in English Oak, Ecclesiastical, circa 1900

Victorian Antique Communion Rail in English Oak, Ecclesiastical, circa 1900

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

quality, stout barley twist baluster columns Flank a run of smaller, barley twist spindles Supporting an

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Early 20th Century Victorian Benches

Thames Valley Windsor Chair
Thames Valley Windsor Chair

Thames Valley Windsor Chair

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H 45 in W 26 in D 22 in

Thames Valley Windsor Chair

By Edwin Skull

Located in Greenwich, CT

twist spindles over deeply saddled seat over turned legs, the front ones ending in pad feet and joined

Category

Early 20th Century English Windsor Chairs

Materials

Ash, Elm

Pair of Upholstered Nailhead Spool Spindle Armchairs Barley Twist
Pair of Upholstered Nailhead Spool Spindle Armchairs Barley Twist

Pair of Upholstered Nailhead Spool Spindle Armchairs Barley Twist

By Vanguard Studios

Located in West Hartford, CT

Pair of mahogany spool armchairs by Vanguard, circa 1990s. Upholstered in a neutral plaid and features casters on front legs and nailheads throughout.

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1990s Jacobean Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Edwardian Barley Twist Armchair with Cane Early 20th Century
Edwardian Barley Twist Armchair with Cane Early 20th Century

Edwardian Barley Twist Armchair with Cane Early 20th Century

Located in Sakskøbing, DK

support. The design is complemented by barley twist legs and matching spindles, showcasing the

Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Beech

Set of Renaissance Revival Chairs
Set of Renaissance Revival Chairs

Set of Renaissance Revival Chairs

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H 34 in W 44 in D 21 in

Set of Renaissance Revival Chairs

Located in Chicago, IL

These chairs ingenuously mix spindle and barley twist frames, over-sized nail-heads and ebonized

Category

Antique 19th Century French Living Room Sets

Materials

Oak

Antique English Whatnot, Regency, Three-Tier Display Stand, circa 1820
Antique English Whatnot, Regency, Three-Tier Display Stand, circa 1820

Antique English Whatnot, Regency, Three-Tier Display Stand, circa 1820

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

turned feet Shelves raised on barley twist and baluster turned spindles Capped with turned finials

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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Shelves

Materials

Rosewood

Victorian Mahogany Blanket or Towel Stand with Barley Twist Spindels
Victorian Mahogany Blanket or Towel Stand with Barley Twist Spindels

Victorian Mahogany Blanket or Towel Stand with Barley Twist Spindels

Located in Savannah, GA

This high Victorian style mahogany rack features barley twist spindles and flared carved legs and

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Mid-20th Century American High Victorian Hat Racks and Stands

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Georgian Style Hob Grate Fireplace Insert
19th Century Georgian Style Hob Grate Fireplace Insert

19th Century Georgian Style Hob Grate Fireplace Insert

Located in Edinburgh, GB

outer plate with a central raised embellishment flanked by two tall barley twist spindles capped by urns

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Vintage 1960s English Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Antique Barley Twist Mahogany Plant Stand Display, circa 1900
Antique Barley Twist Mahogany Plant Stand Display, circa 1900

Antique Barley Twist Mahogany Plant Stand Display, circa 1900

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique mahogany plant stand features barley twist legs and spindles, circa 1900 Measures: 30

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20th Century European Pedestals

Materials

Mahogany

Dutch Convertible Side Table/Gaming Table, circa 1900
Dutch Convertible Side Table/Gaming Table, circa 1900

Dutch Convertible Side Table/Gaming Table, circa 1900

Located in Evergreen, CO

twist stretchers and support spindles make for an eye-catching backdrop to the nicely carved lions heads

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Game Tables

Materials

Felt, Oak

Antique Eastlake Aesthetic German Walnut Figural Bustle Bench and Chair Settee
Antique Eastlake Aesthetic German Walnut Figural Bustle Bench and Chair Settee

Antique Eastlake Aesthetic German Walnut Figural Bustle Bench and Chair Settee

Located in Dayton, OH

twist supports and spindles. Upholstered in pink. History The bustle bench is an Eastlake design

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Antique Late 19th Century Eastlake Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Large Restored Chesterfield Victorian Brass Brown Leather Fireplace Club Fender
Large Restored Chesterfield Victorian Brass Brown Leather Fireplace Club Fender

Large Restored Chesterfield Victorian Brass Brown Leather Fireplace Club Fender

By Chesterfield

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

even mix of barley twist and normal spindles The leather seat pads have been washed back, then hand

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Brass

Early 18th Century Pair of Cape Dutch Stinkwood Chairs
Early 18th Century Pair of Cape Dutch Stinkwood Chairs

Early 18th Century Pair of Cape Dutch Stinkwood Chairs

Located in London, GB

top rail upon barley twist spindle supports, the caned seats terminating in barley twist legs and

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Antique Early 1700s South African Chairs

English Walnut Open Bookcase
English Walnut Open Bookcase

English Walnut Open Bookcase

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H 52 in W 68 in D 16 in

English Walnut Open Bookcase

Located in Sheffield, MA

surrounded on three sides by a barley twist spindled gallery, above four barley twist columns with baluster

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Antique 19th Century English Bookcases

Antique Nursing Chair Lounge Chair Walnut Victorian 19th Century
Antique Nursing Chair Lounge Chair Walnut Victorian 19th Century

Antique Nursing Chair Lounge Chair Walnut Victorian 19th Century

Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury

A little Victorian Walnut nursing chair, circa 1870, high back with barley twist spindle supports

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Antique 19th Century Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Folk Art Stick Back Chair Comb Back Windsor Antique Armchair
19th Century Folk Art Stick Back Chair Comb Back Windsor Antique Armchair

19th Century Folk Art Stick Back Chair Comb Back Windsor Antique Armchair

Located in Dorchester, GB

of character. Barley twist spindles and extensively notched carved on the legs and seat. Some signs

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Antique Mid-19th Century British Country Armchairs

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Elm

Jacobean Barley Twist Side Table
Jacobean Barley Twist Side Table

Jacobean Barley Twist Side Table

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H 29 in W 41 in D 25 in

Jacobean Barley Twist Side Table

Located in Stamford, CT

Jacobean barley twist side table with double spindle work finials, circa early 20th century.  

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Early 20th Century Jacobean Side Tables

Materials

Wood

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Barley Twist Spindles For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of barley twist spindles for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, mahogany and metal, all barley twist spindles available were constructed with great care. Barley twist spindles have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of barley twist spindles to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Victorian and Georgian barley twist spindles are of considerable interest. George Hunzinger produced beautiful barley twist spindles that are worth considering.

How Much are Barley Twist Spindles?

Prices for barley twist spindles can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, barley twist spindles begin at $1,100 and can go as high as $54,461, while the average can fetch as much as $2,182.
Questions About Barley Twist Spindles
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The term “barley twist” refers to thin spiraling forms. Most often when barley twist is used, it relates to furniture. During the 19th century, many chairs, tables and casegoods featured barley twist legs. You can find a range of barley twist furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    A barley twist lamp is a table lamp or floor lamp that has a spiraling base. Usually, the bases are solid mahogany wood, but other types of wood and even metal are sometimes used. Find a variety of lamps from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Barley twist furniture dates back to the Jacobean and Stuart eras in England and the Louis XIII and Louis XIV eras in France. During this time, many furniture makers produced chairs, tables and case goods with twisty legs. The name barley twist comes from barley sugar candy enjoyed at the time. Shop a range of barley twist furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Barley twist legs were originally cut by hand until the invention of the lathe, which assisted with creating the twisted design. Barley twist legs are named after sticks of barley sugar and feature a spiral look. Browse a selection of furniture featuring barley twist legs on 1stDibs.