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Antique French Breton Armoire Wardrobe Linen Cabinet Barley Twist Chestnut 19C
Antique French Breton Armoire Wardrobe Linen Cabinet Barley Twist Chestnut 19C

Antique French Breton Armoire Wardrobe Linen Cabinet Barley Twist Chestnut 19C

Located in Tyler, TX

, Linen Cabinet Barley Twist with Drawer~~c. 1890s Highly requested classic French Breton design

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Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires

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Chestnut

19th Century French Renaissance Barley Twist Armoire
19th Century French Renaissance Barley Twist Armoire

19th Century French Renaissance Barley Twist Armoire

Located in Dallas, TX

19th Century French Renaissance Barley Twist Armoire was crafted by master artisans from solid, old

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Renaissance Revival Wardrobes and Armoires

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19th Century French Renaissance Barley Twist Armoire
19th Century French Renaissance Barley Twist Armoire

19th Century French Renaissance Barley Twist Armoire

Located in Dallas, TX

19th Century French Renaissance Barley Twist Armoire was crafted by master artisans from solid, old

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Antique 1870s Wardrobes and Armoires

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Antique Tiger Oak Barley Twist Sideboard Mirror Back, Scotland 1910, H702
Antique Tiger Oak Barley Twist Sideboard Mirror Back, Scotland 1910, H702

Antique Tiger Oak Barley Twist Sideboard Mirror Back, Scotland 1910, H702

Located in Vancouver, BC

Antique tiger oak Barley Twist sideboard mirror back, Scotland 1910, H702 Scotland 1910 Solid

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Early 20th Century Scottish Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Antique Barley Twist Oak Mirror Back Sideboard, Buffet, Scotland 1910, H390
Antique Barley Twist Oak Mirror Back Sideboard, Buffet, Scotland 1910, H390

Antique Barley Twist Oak Mirror Back Sideboard, Buffet, Scotland 1910, H390

Located in Vancouver, BC

Antique barley twist oak mirror back sideboard, buffet, Scotland 1910, H390 Scotland 1910 Solid

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Vintage 1910s Scottish Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Vintage Gothic Hand Carved Barley Twist Armoire
Vintage Gothic Hand Carved Barley Twist Armoire

Vintage Gothic Hand Carved Barley Twist Armoire

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H 82.25 in W 50 in D 27.5 in

Vintage Gothic Hand Carved Barley Twist Armoire

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Fantastic vintage Barley twist armoire. Stunning hand carved detail on the cabinet. Top rests on

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Early 20th Century North American Gothic Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood

19th Century Renaissance Armoire with Barley Twist Columns
19th Century Renaissance Armoire with Barley Twist Columns

19th Century Renaissance Armoire with Barley Twist Columns

Located in Dallas, TX

Rare in a single door design, this 19th century Renaissance armoire with barley twist columns will

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Antique 1870s Renaissance Wardrobes and Armoires

Antique Danish Baroque Armoire with Barley Twist Columns and Carved
Antique Danish Baroque Armoire with Barley Twist Columns and Carved

Antique Danish Baroque Armoire with Barley Twist Columns and Carved

Located in Round Top, TX

The dramatic appeal of this very unusual baroque oak cupboard is credit to the stunning barley

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Antique Mid-18th Century Danish Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood

Antique French Cabinet Wardrobe Armoire Bonnetiere Oak Gothic Barley Twist 19thc
Antique French Cabinet Wardrobe Armoire Bonnetiere Oak Gothic Barley Twist 19thc

Antique French Cabinet Wardrobe Armoire Bonnetiere Oak Gothic Barley Twist 19thc

Located in Tyler, TX

barley twist posts~~c. 1880s Charming carved oak "bonnetiere" cabinet or wardrobe~~highly requested

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Antique Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Barley Twist Oak Armoire, Wardrobe
Barley Twist Oak Armoire, Wardrobe

Barley Twist Oak Armoire, Wardrobe

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H 72 in W 37 in D 17.5 in

Barley Twist Oak Armoire, Wardrobe

Located in Vancouver, BC

Early 20th century oak armoire with carved frieze above an arched carved barley twist door ending

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Early 20th Century Scottish Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Huge Tall Barley Twist French Carved Walnut Armoire Wardrobe with Mirrored Doors
Huge Tall Barley Twist French Carved Walnut Armoire Wardrobe with Mirrored Doors

Huge Tall Barley Twist French Carved Walnut Armoire Wardrobe with Mirrored Doors

Located in Atlanta, GA

are the barley twist columns down the sides. These expertly turned decorations add elegant class to

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Antique 1880s French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Antique Wardrobe, Carved Oak Armoire, Barley Twist, Scotland, 1910
Antique Wardrobe, Carved Oak Armoire, Barley Twist, Scotland, 1910

Antique Wardrobe, Carved Oak Armoire, Barley Twist, Scotland, 1910

Located in Vancouver, BC

Antique wardrobe, carved oak armoire, barley twist, Scotland, 1910. Antique furniture, B1286

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Vintage 1910s Scottish Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Victorian Mahogany Barley Twist Double Door Fitted Armoire, Wardrobe
Victorian Mahogany Barley Twist Double Door Fitted Armoire, Wardrobe

Victorian Mahogany Barley Twist Double Door Fitted Armoire, Wardrobe

Located in Vancouver, BC

and large barley twist columns on either side. Internally there is full hanging space on the left

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Antique 19th Century Scottish Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

Oak 3 Door Barley Twist Armoire, Wardrobe Closet, Mirror, Scotland 1910
Oak 3 Door Barley Twist Armoire, Wardrobe Closet, Mirror, Scotland 1910

Oak 3 Door Barley Twist Armoire, Wardrobe Closet, Mirror, Scotland 1910

Located in Vancouver, BC

Antique Oak 3 Door Barley Twist Armoire, Wardrobe Closet, Bevelled Mirror, Scotland 1910, H784

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Early 20th Century Scottish Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Antique Oak Barley Twist Sideboard, Buffet, Scotland 1920, H373
Antique Oak Barley Twist Sideboard, Buffet, Scotland 1920, H373

Antique Oak Barley Twist Sideboard, Buffet, Scotland 1920, H373

Located in Vancouver, BC

Antique oak Barley twist sideboard, buffet, Scotland 1920, H373 Scotland 1920 Solid Oak Original

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Vintage 1920s Scottish Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

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$3,200

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Barley Twist Wardrobe For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the barley twist wardrobe you’re looking for. Each barley twist wardrobe for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, oak and brass. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect barley twist wardrobe — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right barley twist wardrobe, those designed in Baroque styles are of considerable interest.

How Much is a Barley Twist Wardrobe?

Prices for a barley twist wardrobe can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $750 and can go as high as $7,350, while the average can fetch as much as $1,950.

Finding the Right Wardrobes-armoires for You

When shopping for antique and vintage wardrobes and armoires for your home, there are several things to keep in mind, not least of which is question number 1:

What is the difference between an armoire and a wardrobe?

The difference between an armoire and a wardrobe is actually simple: An armoire is merely an ornate wardrobe. A wardrobe is a tall, streamlined storage cabinet that usually has some combination of drawers, shelves and hanging rods.

Antique and vintage armoires, on the other hand, are freestanding, heavy wooden structures that typically feature decorative metal hinges and pictorial carvings. Armoires are large cabinets that aren’t outfitted with the varied storage features that wardrobes now commonly have. Armoires often have one or two doors and a hanging bar and allow for quick access. Whether a minimalist mid-century modern wardrobe or grandiose Victorian-era armoire is the right fit for you, both are highly functional furnishings and can be a smart storage solution.

Armoires have been around since medieval times, and initially they may have housed weapons and armor. In their early days, armoires were often adorned with elaborate carvings and lavish paintings, particularly in Renaissance-era France. During the 18th century and later, armoires were widely known as “presses” for hanging clothes, and they were so large that they swallowed up the room where they stood.

In today’s modern homes, an antique armoire can be a striking, architectural work of art amid comparably unadorned furnishings. Whether you’re using your piece in the kitchen for cookware or as a food pantry, in the bedroom for clothes or in the living room as a media console, it will likely become a lovable focal point.

The evolution of the armoire can be seen in today’s corner wardrobes, which may rest on an asymmetrical base to account for corner placement, and even mirrored wardrobes, which feature a mirror affixed to the inside panel of one of the doors for convenience. Contemporary wardrobes commonly feature additional sliding trays and drawers and hanging space for clothing or linens, and the cabinet doors make them ideal for concealing televisions and computer monitors when such devices aren’t in use.

When choosing the right wardrobe or vintage armoire for your home, it’s good to have the following in mind: What are you planning to store in it? How much of what you’re storing will need to be housed in it? It should be big enough to accommodate your needs. What is the size of the room where your wardrobe or armoire will live? A large new piece of furniture in a modest space can easily become a hindrance if you have to navigate your way around it during your daily routine, so be mindful of the area you'll need in order to move freely.

Whether you are looking for an antique walnut armoire or a simple contemporary wardrobe, find the right piece for your home today on 1stDibs.

Questions About Barley Twist Wardrobe
  • 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 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 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.

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