Why is a newel post called a newel post?

A newel post is the post at the center of a winding staircase, and is surmised to be called a newel post after the Old French word noiel, meaning knot, and the Vulgar Latin word nodellus, meaning little knot. Browse a variety of newel posts from top sellers on 1stDibs.

Why are newel posts so expensive?

Newel posts tend to be expensive because of their materials and construction. Ones sold at high price points are usually solid wood and produced by skilled woodworkers who perform all of the turning and carving by hand. More economically priced machine-made versions made of veneered plywood are also available. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of newel posts.

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Carved Wood Statue "Owl", Newel Post Topper

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H 4.92 in W 3.94 in D 10.87 in

Carved Wood Statue "Owl", Newel Post Topper

Located in St Petersburg, St Petersburg

"Owl", unfinished high quality carved finial from oak or beech of your choice. >> SKU: L-064-2 >> Dimensions: - 10.87" x 3.94" x 4.92" x 4.92" (276 mm x 100 mm x 125 mm x 125 mm) ...

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2010s Victorian Stairs

Materials

Oak

Lion with Shield Newel Post Finial, Architectural Hand Carved Oak Statue Lion

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H 7.9 in W 3.7 in D 3.7 in

Lion with Shield Newel Post Finial, Architectural Hand Carved Oak Statue Lion

Located in St Petersburg, St Petersburg

Unfinished high-quality carved wood newel post cap Lion. This unique piece will bring a touch of

Category

2010s Gothic Stairs

Materials

Wood, Ash, Beech, Oak

19th C. Victorian 54" Tall French Spelter Newel Post Maiden Woman Figure Statue

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H 54 in W 15 in D 17 in

19th C. Victorian 54" Tall French Spelter Newel Post Maiden Woman Figure Statue

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Graceful 19th Century Victorian Maiden Newel Post / Statue in Patinated Spelter standing 54" Tall

Category

Antique 19th Century French Victorian Statues

Materials

Spelter

Antique French Spelter Bronze Medieval Warrior Newel Post Lamp Statue Torch 48"

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H 48 in W 12 in D 16 in

Antique French Spelter Bronze Medieval Warrior Newel Post Lamp Statue Torch 48"

Located in Dayton, OH

A large French early 20th century Newel Post or Floor Lamp. Features a bronzed spelter figure in

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Spelter

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Questions About Newel Post Statue

Why is a newel post called a newel post?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A newel post is the post at the center of a winding staircase, and is surmised to be called a newel post after the Old French word noiel, meaning knot, and the Vulgar Latin word nodellus, meaning little knot. Browse a variety of newel posts from top sellers on 1stDibs.
Why are newel posts so expensive?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Newel posts tend to be expensive because of their materials and construction. Ones sold at high price points are usually solid wood and produced by skilled woodworkers who perform all of the turning and carving by hand. More economically priced machine-made versions made of veneered plywood are also available. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of newel posts.

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