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Late Victorian Four Column Mahogany Pedestal
Late Victorian Four Column Mahogany Pedestal

Late Victorian Four Column Mahogany Pedestal

Located in Petaluma, CA

This unusual pedestal has 4 barley twist columns leading up a top which has 4 curved corners.

Category

Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Pedestals

Materials

Mahogany

FINE ANTIQUE VICTORIAN 1860 BURR WALNUT CANTERBURY MAGAZINE RACK BOBBiN COLUMNS
FINE ANTIQUE VICTORIAN 1860 BURR WALNUT CANTERBURY MAGAZINE RACK BOBBiN COLUMNS

FINE ANTIQUE VICTORIAN 1860 BURR WALNUT CANTERBURY MAGAZINE RACK BOBBiN COLUMNS

Located in Pulborough, GB

The richly figured burl veneer is displayed across all horizontal surfaces, including the drawer face, with contrasting turned legs, barley-twist columns, and original castors. The ...

Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Rivière Studios Arts & Crafts Copper Candlesticks with Twisted Stems, US
Pair of Rivière Studios Arts & Crafts Copper Candlesticks with Twisted Stems, US

Pair of Rivière Studios Arts & Crafts Copper Candlesticks with Twisted Stems, US

By Riviere Studios

Located in Henley-on Thames, Oxfordshire

Expertly crafted in solid copper, each candlestick features a finely twisted barley-stem column rising from a broad circular base adorned with meticulously applied wire-coil swirl mo...

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Candlesticks

Materials

Copper

19th Century British Dark Brown Victorian Tripod Table
19th Century British Dark Brown Victorian Tripod Table

19th Century British Dark Brown Victorian Tripod Table

Located in High Point, NC

This 19th century Victorian tripod table from United Kingdom is made in dark wood with a barley-twist column and a tripod base. The twisted column and the tilting top are classic Vic...

Category

Antique 19th Century British Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Early 18th Century French Petite Secretaire or Bureau with Projecting Cabinet
Early 18th Century French Petite Secretaire or Bureau with Projecting Cabinet

Early 18th Century French Petite Secretaire or Bureau with Projecting Cabinet

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Featuring a carved projecting cornice and arched front, original glass mirror fronted by barley twist columns, and slant front desk with a convenient one-door cabinet below.

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Secretaires

Materials

Wood

Stickley Brothers Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Sideboard, Circa 1910
Stickley Brothers Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Sideboard, Circa 1910

Stickley Brothers Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Sideboard, Circa 1910

By Stickley Brothers

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period sideboard, buffet server, or bar cabinet By Stickley Brothers USA, Circa 1910 Beautiful quarter sawn oak, with carved barley twi...

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Sideboards

Materials

Copper

Fine Antique Early 20th Century English Edwardian Oak Hall Stand
Fine Antique Early 20th Century English Edwardian Oak Hall Stand

Fine Antique Early 20th Century English Edwardian Oak Hall Stand

Located in Nottingham, GB

The hall stand is distinguished by its striking barley twist columns, which provide an attractive architectural element and lend the piece considerable traditional character.

Category

Early 20th Century Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Oak

Fine 19th Century English Antique Renaissance Revival Oak Bookcase
Fine 19th Century English Antique Renaissance Revival Oak Bookcase

Fine 19th Century English Antique Renaissance Revival Oak Bookcase

Located in Nottingham, GB

Particularly impressive are the barley-twist columns and extensive Renaissance Revival carving throughout the façade.

Category

Antique 19th Century Bookcases

Materials

Oak, Glass

Pair of Monumental 19th Century French Wood Church Altar Candlesticks
Pair of Monumental 19th Century French Wood Church Altar Candlesticks

Pair of Monumental 19th Century French Wood Church Altar Candlesticks

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Exceptional pair of monumental 19th century French church altar candlesticks, standing almost four feet tall and featuring beautifully carved barley twist columns with an impressive ...

Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Candlesticks

Materials

Wood

19th Century Portuguese Chest On Stand
19th Century Portuguese Chest On Stand

19th Century Portuguese Chest On Stand

Located in Cheshire, GB

The rectangular chest is fitted with four generously proportioned long drawers, each decorated with bold geometric moulded panels and fitted with pierced brass backplates and drop ha...

Category

Antique 1890s Portuguese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Antique Victorian Rosewood Canterbury Whatnot/Side Table with Drawer
Antique Victorian Rosewood Canterbury Whatnot/Side Table with Drawer

Antique Victorian Rosewood Canterbury Whatnot/Side Table with Drawer

Located in San Francisco, CA

The top is supported by barley-twist columns accented with decorative miniature finials.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Near Pair Late 19th Century Carved Throne Chairs
Near Pair Late 19th Century Carved Throne Chairs

Near Pair Late 19th Century Carved Throne Chairs

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

The impressive high backrests feature intricate pierced carvings framed by bold barley twist columns, topped with ornate cresting and finials.

Category

Antique 19th Century Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Set of Eight Mounted Ostrich Egg Finials by Artist Ira Yeager
Set of Eight Mounted Ostrich Egg Finials by Artist Ira Yeager

Set of Eight Mounted Ostrich Egg Finials by Artist Ira Yeager

Located in Rio Vista, CA

The rest of the set consists of four unique single bases, a carved nickel-toned column with turned accents on a stepped base, a carved wood urn-form with acanthus and garland carving...

Category

20th Century North American Regency Mounted Objects

Materials

Metal, Iron

Set of 5 19th Century Black-forest Carved Oak Dining Chairs
Set of 5 19th Century Black-forest Carved Oak Dining Chairs

Set of 5 19th Century Black-forest Carved Oak Dining Chairs

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

The chairs have good sturdy oak frames with barley twist turned, columns, legs and stretchers, the frames are heavy and of good quality The chairs are in sound condition with no loos...

Category

Antique 19th Century Black Forest Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Antique 19th c French Breton Carved Oak Armoire with Maritime Motifs
Antique 19th c French Breton Carved Oak Armoire with Maritime Motifs

Antique 19th c French Breton Carved Oak Armoire with Maritime Motifs

Located in Austin, TX

Structurally impressive, the cabinet is framed by prominent, hand-turned barley twist (spiral) column supports on either side.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Pair of Hollywood Regency Carved Wood and Gilt Rabbit Table Lamps, 1970s
Pair of Hollywood Regency Carved Wood and Gilt Rabbit Table Lamps, 1970s

Pair of Hollywood Regency Carved Wood and Gilt Rabbit Table Lamps, 1970s

By Maitland Smith

Located in Delray Beach, FL

The design blends neoclassical and storybook influences, beginning with a carved chalice-form base resting atop gilt rabbits before transitioning into elegant barley twist columns ri...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Fine Early 18th Century French Cabinet on Stand in Walnut and Oak
Fine Early 18th Century French Cabinet on Stand in Walnut and Oak

Fine Early 18th Century French Cabinet on Stand in Walnut and Oak

Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR

The cabinet is supported by bold barley-twist columns, lending both movement and gravitas to the composition.

Category

Antique 1720s French Louis XIV Cabinets

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Italian Renaissance Revival Dining Set with Carved Lion Base
Italian Renaissance Revival Dining Set with Carved Lion Base

Italian Renaissance Revival Dining Set with Carved Lion Base

Located in BŘECLAV, CZ

The chairs are designed with intricately carved backs, including floral and scroll motifs, complemented by twisted barley twist columns and hand-woven cane seats.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Dining Room Sets

Materials

Wood

18th Century French Louis XIII Walnut Bonnetière Armoire from Périgord
18th Century French Louis XIII Walnut Bonnetière Armoire from Périgord

18th Century French Louis XIII Walnut Bonnetière Armoire from Périgord

Located in Dallas, TX

The façade is centered by two large raised diamond panels framed with deep moldings and flanked by dramatic barley-twist columns. Matching geometric decoration continues along the si...

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

19th Century French Renaissance Revival Oak Vitrine ~ Credenza
19th Century French Renaissance Revival Oak Vitrine ~ Credenza

19th Century French Renaissance Revival Oak Vitrine ~ Credenza

Located in Dallas, TX

19th Century French Renaissance Revival Oak Vitrine ~ Credenza boasts a beautifully carved façade, barley twist side columns, glazed cabinet doors, and a richly detailed upper frieze.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Renaissance Revival Vitrines

Materials

Bronze

Six of Antique Italian Neo-Renaissance Walnut Dining Chairs in Genuine Leather.
Six of Antique Italian Neo-Renaissance Walnut Dining Chairs in Genuine Leather.

Six of Antique Italian Neo-Renaissance Walnut Dining Chairs in Genuine Leather.

Located in Puglia, Puglia

The chairs feature richly turned and sculptural details typical of Renaissance Revival craftsmanship, including barley twist columns, intricately carved stretchers, and finely worked...

Category

Antique 1880s Italian Renaissance Revival Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Antique American Renaissance Revival Quartersawn Oak Bookcase Display Cabinet
Antique American Renaissance Revival Quartersawn Oak Bookcase Display Cabinet

Antique American Renaissance Revival Quartersawn Oak Bookcase Display Cabinet

Located in Dayton, OH

Flanking the two large glass panel doors are prominent, dueling Barley twisted rope columns terminating in stylized leafy capitals and bases.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Renaissance Revival Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

19th Century Pine Sideboard from Denmark
19th Century Pine Sideboard from Denmark

19th Century Pine Sideboard from Denmark

Located in Round Top, TX

Simple Fluted vertical carved details accent the drawers, while carved floral motifs decorate the doors and turned barley twist columns flank the cabinet front. Traditional front bun...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Danish Country Sideboards

Materials

Pine

Antique Estate Chapel Organist's Stool, Scottish, Walnut Music Riser, William IV
Antique Estate Chapel Organist's Stool, Scottish, Walnut Music Riser, William IV

Antique Estate Chapel Organist's Stool, Scottish, Walnut Music Riser, William IV

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Fascinating example, with an expressive carved appearance Displays a desirable aged patina and in good antique order Select walnut presents fine grain interest and warm caramel hues ...

Category

Antique 1830s Scottish William IV Stools

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Antique Victorian Renaissance Style Silver & Ostrich Egg Goblet / Cup 1863
Antique Victorian Renaissance Style Silver & Ostrich Egg Goblet / Cup 1863

Antique Victorian Renaissance Style Silver & Ostrich Egg Goblet / Cup 1863

By Hayne & Cater 1

Located in London, GB

The Ostrich Egg Body rests on a barley twist column atop a spread pedestal foot. The upper rim features a zig zag pattern embellished with a subtle engraved design mirrored on the co...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Fine quality antique Edwardian oak triple weight chiming grandmother clock
Fine quality antique Edwardian oak triple weight chiming grandmother clock

Fine quality antique Edwardian oak triple weight chiming grandmother clock

Located in Ipswich, GB

Fine Quality Antique Edwardian oak triple weight 8 Day Chiming Grandmother Clock having a quality oak case with beautiful carved detail and mouldings with fine barley twist columns, ...

Category

20th Century British Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Brass

Fine quality antique Victorian burr walnut wall clock
Fine quality antique Victorian burr walnut wall clock

Fine quality antique Victorian burr walnut wall clock

Located in Ipswich, GB

Fine quality antique Victorian burr walnut wall clock, having a quality burr walnut case with an arch shape to the top finished with a carved crest, having barley twist columns to th...

Category

Antique 19th Century Wall Clocks

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Sculptural Swedish Grace Floor Lamp in Birch and Brass, Lundling, Sweden, 1930s
Sculptural Swedish Grace Floor Lamp in Birch and Brass, Lundling, Sweden, 1930s

Sculptural Swedish Grace Floor Lamp in Birch and Brass, Lundling, Sweden, 1930s

By Otto Schulz

Located in The Hague, NL

The striking design consists of a barley twist central column in solid birch wood, ending in a baluster shaped carved birch wood shape.

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Arts and Crafts Telescopic  Brass Floor Lamp   This lamp is a statuesque piece i
Arts and Crafts Telescopic  Brass Floor Lamp   This lamp is a statuesque piece i

Arts and Crafts Telescopic Brass Floor Lamp This lamp is a statuesque piece i

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Arts and Crafts Telescopic Brass Floor Lamp This lamp is a statuesque piece in brass with a barley twist central column and a hand beaten round base at the floor , the lamp comes ...

Category

Antique Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

19th Century Carved Oak French Commode
19th Century Carved Oak French Commode

19th Century Carved Oak French Commode

Located in High Point, NC

The drawers have central shield carvings, surrounded by carved acanthus leaves and the drawers are flanked by hand turned barley twist columns, over a wonderfully molded and carved b...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Henri II Bleached Oak Buffet with Carved Harvest Motifs
19th Century French Henri II Bleached Oak Buffet with Carved Harvest Motifs

19th Century French Henri II Bleached Oak Buffet with Carved Harvest Motifs

Located in Dallas, TX

Floral rosettes accent the drawer dividers, while robust barley twist columns frame the façade and terminate at a substantial molded plinth base.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Black Forest Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Set of 10 chairs Italian Renaissance Revival Polychrome Giltwood Dining Chairs
Set of 10 chairs Italian Renaissance Revival Polychrome Giltwood Dining Chairs

Set of 10 chairs Italian Renaissance Revival Polychrome Giltwood Dining Chairs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The eagle and foliage retain traces of original polychrome paint in green, red, and gold over a giltwood base - this “Venetian polychrome” finish is highly desirable and proves age v...

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Renaissance Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Linen, Giltwood

Tall Mahogany Long Case Clock by D Williams of Crickhowell
Tall Mahogany Long Case Clock by D Williams of Crickhowell

Tall Mahogany Long Case Clock by D Williams of Crickhowell

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

English grandfather clock, barley twist ormolu capped columns, elaborately hand-painted dial with Roman numerals and gold-plated hands, polychrome painting The Clock mechanism will n...

Category

Antique Early 1800s Georgian Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Mahogany

17th Century Pair of Exquisite Charles II Arm Chairs
17th Century Pair of Exquisite Charles II Arm Chairs

17th Century Pair of Exquisite Charles II Arm Chairs

Located in High Point, NC

The oval back is caned and is surrounded by a wreath of florals and acanthus leaves as well, flanked by barley twist columns. The arms are very stately and measure 29 inches in heig...

Category

Antique 17th Century English Charles II Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Oak

Pair of 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Armchairs Henry II Style
Pair of 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Armchairs Henry II Style

Pair of 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Armchairs Henry II Style

Located in Dallas, TX

The frames are masterfully executed with bold barley twist columns and stretchers, a hallmark of Renaissance inspiration revived in 19th century France.

Category

Antique 1870s French Renaissance Revival Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

19th Century French Louis XIII Carved Oak Buffet with Parquetry Top
19th Century French Louis XIII Carved Oak Buffet with Parquetry Top

19th Century French Louis XIII Carved Oak Buffet with Parquetry Top

Located in Dallas, TX

The façade features deeply molded paneled doors centered with bold carved cartouches of scrolling acanthus foliage and oval bosses, framed by handsome barley twist columns resting ov...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XIII Buffets

Materials

Oak

Chunky Carved Pine Bedside Cupboard   This is a good heavy quality cabinet
Chunky Carved Pine Bedside Cupboard   This is a good heavy quality cabinet

Chunky Carved Pine Bedside Cupboard This is a good heavy quality cabinet

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Chunky Carved Pine Bedside Cupboard This is a good heavy quality cabinet or night table it has concealed drawer and a panelled door with barley twist columns at each side set on a ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Pine

Early 20th Century carved oak renaissance revival cupboard
Early 20th Century carved oak renaissance revival cupboard

Early 20th Century carved oak renaissance revival cupboard

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Decorated with hand carved figures in period clothing, flanked either side by applied carved figures standing on barley twist columns on the canted corners.  Double doors open to a s...

Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Gothic Revival Cupboards

Materials

Oak

English Gothic Revival Oak Canterbury Bookcase with Original Cane, circa 1890
English Gothic Revival Oak Canterbury Bookcase with Original Cane, circa 1890

English Gothic Revival Oak Canterbury Bookcase with Original Cane, circa 1890

Located in Hannover, DE

The design is distinguished by finely turned barley twist columns, graceful Gothic Revival cut-out details and a beautifully proportioned silhouette.

Category

Antique 1890s English Gothic Revival Bookcases

Materials

Cane, Oak

Antique Mahogany Drop Leaf Table 1860
Antique Mahogany Drop Leaf Table 1860

Antique Mahogany Drop Leaf Table 1860

Located in Potters Bar, GB

The table being supported on 4 x Carved and Shaped Legs and a Barley Twist and Carved Column. The table is of a very unusual design.

Category

Antique 1860s Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Wrought Tiered Iron Parlor Organ Floor Lamp Table Telephone Stand 46"
Antique Wrought Tiered Iron Parlor Organ Floor Lamp Table Telephone Stand 46"

Antique Wrought Tiered Iron Parlor Organ Floor Lamp Table Telephone Stand 46"

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Art Nouveau style parlor floor lamp / telephone / plant stand / side table featuring a two tier design with barley twisted columns supporting a Tiffany style lamp that illumi...

Category

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Mid 19th Century Victorian Period Rosewood Piano Stool
Mid 19th Century Victorian Period Rosewood Piano Stool

Mid 19th Century Victorian Period Rosewood Piano Stool

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

The stool features finely carved, panelled sides with intricate fretwork and elegant barley twist columns. It is upholstered in charming, colourful needlepoint, adding warmth and cha...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Stools

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage Victorian Figured Walnut Canterbury Magazine Rack on Casters with Drawer
Vintage Victorian Figured Walnut Canterbury Magazine Rack on Casters with Drawer

Vintage Victorian Figured Walnut Canterbury Magazine Rack on Casters with Drawer

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Composed of three spacious storage slots formed by slender turned bobbin/barley twist columns topped with bulbous-form finials on each end, all supported by turned baluster legs with...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Walnut

George III Nelson Commemorative Over-Mantle Mirror
George III Nelson Commemorative Over-Mantle Mirror

George III Nelson Commemorative Over-Mantle Mirror

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

A George III Nelson commemorative over-mantle mirror, the giltwood frame with a cornice above a wide frieze flanked by barley twist columns surmounted by sphinx-heads, all enclosing ...

Category

Antique 1810s English Mantel Mirrors and Fireplace Mirrors

Materials

Giltwood

Pair of 19th Century Hall Chairs
Pair of 19th Century Hall Chairs

Pair of 19th Century Hall Chairs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Two hand-carved walnut, Italian armchairs with barley twist fore columns above stretchers of the same.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Armchairs

Materials

Linen, Walnut

Vintage Boho Black Forest Carved Oak Armoire
Vintage Boho Black Forest Carved Oak Armoire

Vintage Boho Black Forest Carved Oak Armoire

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

The piece features elaborate high-relief carvings, likely depicting stylized foliage or heraldic motifs, flanked by imposing twisted barley-twist columns that frame the doors.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Black Forest Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Metal

19th Century walnut wine / occasional table stamped Holland & Son
19th Century walnut wine / occasional table stamped Holland & Son

19th Century walnut wine / occasional table stamped Holland & Son

Located in Martlesham, GB

Having a wonderful figured and inlaid circular top raised on a barley twist column with carved decoration at the bottom and supported on three cabriole legs terminating on scroll fee...

Category

Antique 1870s British Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Fine Quality antique Oak 8 Day Chiming Grandmother Clock
Fine Quality antique Oak 8 Day Chiming Grandmother Clock

Fine Quality antique Oak 8 Day Chiming Grandmother Clock

Located in Ipswich, GB

Fine Quality antique Oak 8 Day Chiming Grandmother Clock, having a superb quality oak case with beautiful carved detail, fine barley twist columns to the sides of the silvered dial w...

Category

Early 20th Century Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Oak

Ornate French Gilded Repeating Carriage Clock
Ornate French Gilded Repeating Carriage Clock

Ornate French Gilded Repeating Carriage Clock

Located in Norwich, GB

Ornate French Gilded Repeating Carriage Clock Ornate French gilded carriage clock housed in a decorative case with curved side panels. Barley twist columns with Corinthian capital...

Category

Antique 1880s French Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks

Materials

Brass

English Victorian Mahogany Dressing Table - Black Marble Top and Mercury Mirror
English Victorian Mahogany Dressing Table - Black Marble Top and Mercury Mirror

English Victorian Mahogany Dressing Table - Black Marble Top and Mercury Mirror

Located in Firenze, IT

The sides are defined by paired barley twist columns joined by a matching stretcher, creating a refined Gothic Revival silhouette and boasting architectural profile.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Vanities

Materials

Brass, Bronze

19th Century Antlers Coat Stand by J. Parker of Woodstock
19th Century Antlers Coat Stand by J. Parker of Woodstock

19th Century Antlers Coat Stand by J. Parker of Woodstock

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

The whole is mounted on a solid oak barley twist column, topped by a turned finial, lending both movement and architectural presence.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Oak

Rare unusual antique Edwardian musical quality inlaid marquetry grandmother cloc
Rare unusual antique Edwardian musical quality inlaid marquetry grandmother cloc

Rare unusual antique Edwardian musical quality inlaid marquetry grandmother cloc

Located in Ipswich, GB

Rare unusual antique Edwardian musical quality inlaid marquetry grandmother clock having an outstanding quality inlaid marquetry case with a shaped inlaid marquetry hood and barley t...

Category

20th Century Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Brass

French 19th century antique writing desk Black Forest hunt Renaissance revival
French 19th century antique writing desk Black Forest hunt Renaissance revival

French 19th century antique writing desk Black Forest hunt Renaissance revival

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

Marvelous decorated hunt style desk with fox head drawers & barley twisted columns. Made with superb craftsmanship from European Oak.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Desks

Materials

Oak

Edwardian Mantel Clock with Chinoiserie Decoration
Edwardian Mantel Clock with Chinoiserie Decoration

Edwardian Mantel Clock with Chinoiserie Decoration

Located in Norwich, GB

Edwardian mantel clock in a break arch case with raised chinoiserie decoration on a red ground, barley twist columns to either side of the case and resting on pad feet.

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Mantel Clocks

Materials

Fruitwood

19th century Flemish carved oak hall cupboard on stand
19th century Flemish carved oak hall cupboard on stand

19th century Flemish carved oak hall cupboard on stand

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Comprising of 2 parts, the upper section contains a cupboard space which could house shelves (these can be made upon request). Barley twist columns, leading down to the enclosed cupb...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Belgian Gothic Revival Cupboards

Materials

Oak

Exceptional William & Mary Marquetry Longcase Clock by Joseph Windmills London
Exceptional William & Mary Marquetry Longcase Clock by Joseph Windmills London

Exceptional William & Mary Marquetry Longcase Clock by Joseph Windmills London

Located in Madrid, ES

The architectural hood is fitted with elegant barley-twist (wrythen) columns, surmounted by a molded cornice, while the long trunk door features the original glazed lenticle, allowin...

Category

Antique 1690s Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Fruitwood

Restored Art Deco Floor Lamp, Oak, Polish, New Electrification, Czech, 1920s
Restored Art Deco Floor Lamp, Oak, Polish, New Electrification, Czech, 1920s

Restored Art Deco Floor Lamp, Oak, Polish, New Electrification, Czech, 1920s

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

The dominant feature of the entire fixture is the vertical twisted (barley-twist) column, demonstrating the high level of turning and carving skill of the period.

Category

Vintage 1920s Czech Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood, Oak, Lacquer

Regency Style Giltwood Pier Mirror
Regency Style Giltwood Pier Mirror

Regency Style Giltwood Pier Mirror

Located in London, GB

A large giltwood pier mirror in the Regency taste, the breakfront cornice with suspended balls above frieze with central panel, the plate flanked by barley twist columns. Dimensio...

Category

20th Century British Regency Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors

Materials

Giltwood

Swedish early 20th century carved birch pedestal desk
Swedish early 20th century carved birch pedestal desk

Swedish early 20th century carved birch pedestal desk

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Each pedestal decorated with 2 barley twist columns which contain the door in-between.

Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Birch

*An Exquisite 19th Century French Flame Mahogany Fitted Secretaire
*An Exquisite 19th Century French Flame Mahogany Fitted Secretaire

*An Exquisite 19th Century French Flame Mahogany Fitted Secretaire

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Item has stunning grain and patina, central secretaries is flanked by two barley-twist columns. Desk surface has a green baize surface, and the secretaire comes with two keys, one f...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Secretaires

Materials

Brass, Steel

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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the twisted barley column you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, oak and walnut, every twisted barley column was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer twisted barley column, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A twisted barley column made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Neoclassical — is very popular.

How Much is a Twisted Barley Column?

A twisted barley column can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,939, while the lowest priced sells for $490 and the highest can go for as much as $7,800.

Questions About Twisted Barley Column

  • 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.