Barley Twist Leg Side Table or Desk, France, 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
19th century French barley twist legs desk. Center drawer. Decorative finial at cross stretcher
Walnut
18th C. Walnut Table / Desk with Twisted Legs
Located in East Hampton, NY
Wonderful walnut table with turned legs and a single drawer.... a great night stand for a King bed.
Walnut
$3,763
H 29.14 in W 51.19 in D 27.56 in
LOVELY ANTIQUE LATE VICTORIAN GOTHIC REVIVAL BARLEY TWiST LEG HALL TABLE OR DESK
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
. The legs are ornately carved in the barley twist fashion In terms of the condition we have deep
Oak
Scottish Library Table with Barley Twist Legs
Located in Hudson, NY
Beautiful all-over patina and hand carvings on the apron.
$8,500
H 29.53 in W 70.87 in D 33.47 in
1940s Danish Oak Table with Twisted Legs and New Patinated Leather Top by Cabine
Located in Lejre, DK
cabinetmaker. The frame is made of solid oak, characterized by twisted, sturdy legs that give the table a
Leather, Oak
East India Dutch Company Captains Writing Desk
By Southeast Asia
Located in London, GB
four barley twist legs and bun feet, this desk stands as a testament to Indonesian craftsmanship circa
Bone, Rosewood, Walnut
$3,900
H 38.88 in W 21.88 in D 24 in
20th-Century Tiger Oak Fall-Front Secretary Desk on Barley Twist Legs
Located in Rolling Hills Estates, CA
traditions, distinguished by barley twist legs, rectilinear framing, and carved beading that echoes the
Oak
Portuguese Baroque Style Library Table by Alfonso Marina
By Alfonso Marina
Located in Rio Vista, CA
for legs to comfortably sit under the desk without a stretcher to block the area. The top of the case
Brass
$2,280
H 28.75 in W 49.22 in D 32.88 in
Danish Baroque-Inspired Oak Desk / Dining Table with Barley Twist Legs, 1900s
By Philip Arctander, Pierre Chapo
Located in Odense, DK
features beautifully turned barley twist legs – a detail that became popular during the Baroque period and
Oak
$4,800
H 29.5 in W 40 in D 25.75 in
French Small Desk or End Table Unusual Open Barley Twist Legs c1800's Restored
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Very unusual Antique French “open barley twist” leg and stretcher Small Writing Table, that could
Wood, Oak
$2,400
H 30.25 in W 38.5 in D 24.5 in
18th C. French Louis XIII Walnut Table Desk with Barley Twist Legs and Drawer
Located in Dallas, TX
richly turned barley twist legs, joined by an X-form stretcher centered with a turned finial, a classic
Walnut
Walnut Barley Twist Leg Desk, Italy, 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
19th century Italian barley twist leg and stretcher desk. Large single drawer. Original hardware
Walnut
Ebonized Single-Drawer Writing Desk, France, 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
19th century French ebonized wood with barley twist legs desk large single drawer Three smaller
Wood
French Desk with Barley Twist Legs
Located in Chicago, IL
This 19th Century French oak desk with drawer was made in the Louis XIII style. The hardware is
Oak
Large 17th Century Walnut Desk with Barley Twist Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A large walnut desk with drawer, barely twist legs and iron stretcher.
Iron
Antique French Desk with Barley Twist Legs and Bookmatched Top
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very large oak desk with beautifully figured and bookmatched top. The Barley Twist legs are also
Oak
Oak Carved Twist Leg Table
Located in Houston, TX
as a small desk, entry piece or end table. The carving and twist leg of the piece add great texture
Oak
Sold
H 31 in W 71.5 in D 38.75 in
English 1820s Mahogany Partners Desk with Leather Top and Twisted Tapering Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
and twisted legs. Created in England during the first quarter of the 19th century, this partners desk
Leather, Mahogany
Sold
H 46 in W 51 in D 25.5 in
19th Century French Black Forest Carved Oak Writing Desk With Barley Twist Legs
Located in South Bend, IN
France, Late 19th Century Beautiful ornate carved oak, with barley twist legs and stretcher, and slide
Oak
Sold
H 29.5 in W 43 in D 27.5 in
Late 19th Century Louis XIII Style Walnut Writing Table, Desk, Barley Twist Legs
Located in Fayetteville, AR
beveled top supported by barley twist legs that rest on ball feet. A barley twist H-stretcher extends
Walnut
1960s Waxed Wood Desk with Barley Twist Legs by Sarried
Located in New York, NY
An elegant waxed wood writing table with barley twist legs and stretcher by Sarreid, Ltd. Signed
An English Walnut Table With Barley Twist Legs
Located in Buchanan, MI
A very good looking 18th century English walnut table with very handsome barley twist legs and
Walnut
British Colonial Table with Two Drawers and Twist Legs with Casters
Located in Chicago, IL
This handsome British Colonial desk was made in Rangoon, Burma, and dates to circa 1910. The desk
Teak, Lacquer
Sold
H 27.17 in W 29.53 in D 17.33 in
Serving Table in Birch, Danish Cabinetmaker, Twisted Legs, Early 20th Century
Located in Odense, DK
This stunning serving table in oak with twisted legs is a beautiful example of early 20th-century
Brass
Sold
H 29.764 in W 40.13 in D 26.5 in
18th Century French Louis XIV Walnut Center Writing Table on Barley Twist Legs
Located in Shippensburg, PA
popped from years of shrinking and expanding. The barley twist legs absolutely define the table, these
Iron
English Stripped Oak Desk
Located in Norwalk, CT
The elaborately turned finials and heavy barley twist legs and stetchers give this desk unusual
Oak, Leather
c.1890 French Oak Louis XIII Tapestry Top Desk w/2 Drawers
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
twist legs and stretcher give this desk plenty of charm. Two useful drawers with carved fronts and drop
Oak
Carved French Oak Bonheur de Jour or Writing Table
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
barley twist oak legs, the desk in very good condition for its age this piece would be superbly suited as
Sold
H 29.5 in W 41.5 in D 26 in
18th Century, French, Louis XIII Carved Walnut Table Desk with Barley Twist Legs
Located in Dallas, TX
, barley twist legs with bun feet at the base, and a thick stretcher also barley twisted at the bottom with
Walnut
Sold
H 28.5 in W 39.25 in D 27.25 in
19th Century French Louis XIII Carved Walnut Table Desk with Barley Twist Legs
Located in Dallas, TX
across the front with a forged iron knob, four beautifully hand-carved, barley twist legs with bun feet
Walnut
Sold
H 30 in W 38 in D 24.5 in
18th Century, French, Louis XIII Carved Walnut Table Desk with Barley Twist Legs
Located in Dallas, TX
table. Crafted in the Perigord region of France circa 1790, this small desk features a single drawer
Walnut
Sold
H 29.75 in W 39 in D 23.75 in
18th C. French Louis XIII Walnut Table Desk with Barley Twist Legs and Drawer
Located in Dallas, TX
barley twist legs, joined by similarly carved stretchers that enhance both stability and symmetry. The
Walnut
Antique English Work Table (Cerused)
Located in Bellport, NY
Oak Cerused Antique English Work Table/Desk.Barley twisted legs,overlap apron,plank wood top.Great
Oak
Antique Swedish Barley Twist Leg Desk / Writing Table
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous and extremely well made antique Swedish barley twist leg desk / writing table. This was
Leather, Wood
Vintage British Colonial Barley Twist Leg Leather Top Desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Handsome British Colonial barley twist leg desk with three drawers & leather top.
Leather, Wood
Arts & Crafts American Oak Library Table Desk With Barley Twist Legs
Located in Southampton, NJ
in its distinct Mission & English influences. Boasts a single drawer with impressive barely twist
Oak
Sold
H 29 in W 57 in D 28 in
19th Century Hand Carved Rosewood Desk W/Barley Twist Legs & Trestle Base
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th century hand carved rosewood desk w/barley twist legs & trestle base Outstanding hand
Rosewood
Barley Twist Leg Writing/Side Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Barley twist leg small writing or side table with beautiful inlaid top.
Wood
Antique French Louis XIII Style Walnut Barley Twist Writing Desk
Located in Astoria, NY
comfortable legroom. Raised on traditional hand-carved barley twist legs, the desk is joined by an elegantly
Walnut
English Oak Desk with Barley Twist Legs and Stretcher, 19th Century
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Well hand carved & detailed in oak, this desk has 10 drawers with original wooden pulls. The desk
Oak
19thc English Inlaid Table With Twisted Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
19thC ENGLISH INLAID TABLE WITH TWISTED LEGS,INCREDIBLE PATINA AN ATLANTA RESOURCE FOR FINE
Antique Style Desk Writing Table Walnut Leather Top Barley Twist Legs
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
legs united with H-stretcher, comes with one working key and tassel, the desk is offered in excellent
Walnut
19th Century Walnut Table with Barley Twist Legs and Finial
Located in Houston, TX
A table like this, brilliantly rich in ornate details, is a definite statement piece. I’ve never seen a piece quite like it.
Walnut
19th Century Oak French Renaissance Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
have mouldings and carvings on the front. Has twisted carved stretched legs. Desk is strong and sturdy
Oak
Pair of Jacobean Style Side Tables
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Jacobean style rectangular one-drawer side table with an ogee top edge, in our distressed rustic country wood tone with natural highlights, with a hand-rubbed satin finish with a b...
Wood
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
$230,916Sale Price|33% Off
H 51.19 in W 55.12 in D 201.58 in
Rare Victorian Firescreen with Taxidermy Hummingbirds by Henry Ward
By Henry Ward
Located in Amsterdam, NL
England, third quarter of the 19th century On two scrolling foliate feet with casters, above which a rectangular two-side glazed frame, with on top a two-sided shield with initial...
Other
The Howard, Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium. Has been used by many influent...
Linen
Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. An iconic, unobtrusive design. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium....
Linen
$3,360Sale Price|20% Off
H 29.5 in W 39 in D 23.5 in
French Louis XIII Style Oak Barley Twist Library Table Desk
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fine 19th century French carved oak library table, or writing table desk made in the grand Louis XIII taste. Features thick barley twist legs conjoined on the bottom with barley twis...
Oak
19th Century Spanish Baroque Style Oak Library Table or Desk
Located in Miami, FL
Handsome oak library piece that can be used as a desk or Work table. Made of oak having carved gadrooned edges. A stretcher made of iron. Carved on all sides and five drawers ox bow ...
Oak
French Inspired Upholstered Linen Bergère Chairs
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
French inspired upholstered linen bergère chairs These French inspired chair are based on an original Napoleon III style pair of chairs. Napoleon III was the nephew of the Napoleon t...
Linen
Rare Antique American Renaissance Extension Library Table, Signed
By Seng
Located in Forney, TX
A scarce antique American Renaissance Revival style carved walnut extension table by Seng, Chicago, Illinois. circa 1920/1930 Born in the United States in the early 20th century, ...
Oak, Walnut, Burl
17th c. Rising Sun and Thistle Scottish Armchair
Located in Greenwich, CT
An early Scottish wainscot armchair with throne-like form. Featuring a carved rising sun and three thistles below a shaped crest on an oak panel back. Wide carved arms supported on c...
Oak
$6,240
H 29.1 in W 44.1 in D 25.2 in
19th Century French Renaissance Hand Carved Desk or Writing Table with Carved St
Located in Miami, FL
We are delighted with this four-sided carved desk with five dark oak drawers. This is a collectible desk. It has five front drawers and another five false drawers at the back, maki...
Walnut
$3,840Sale Price|20% Off
H 29 in W 35.5 in D 20 in
19th Century French Oak Barley Twist Bureau Plat Desk
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Spectacular 19th century French bureau plat writing table or desk featuring barley twist legs and stretcher. Crafted from oak in the grand Louis XIII style fronted by a large 27 inch...
Oak
17th Century Jacobean Oak Refectory Table
Located in Essex, MA
Period Early 17th Century English Jacobean Oak Refectory Table. Incredible patina with carved elements throughout. Original stretchers. Stable and great size.
Oak
$5,405
H 40.75 in W 23.43 in D 21.26 in
Antique 17th Century Jacobean Hand Carved English Oak Armchair Tudor Panelling
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques are delighted to offer this original early 17th century Jacobean Wainscot armchair with Tudor style panelling Please note the delivery...
Oak
$342,115
H 100.6 in W 66.93 in D 24.81 in
Rare Moses Michelangelo Guggenheim & Pauly Cie Et Venice Antique Carved Armoire
By Pauly et Cie, Guggenheim Museum
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare one of a kind Pauly CIE Et stamped hand carved walnut armoire made by the genius that was Moses Michelangelo Guggenheim 1837-1910 W...
Walnut
Antiqued 17th Century Style Writing Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
An antiqued wood writing desk, with two frieze drawers, on barley twist turned legs joined by stretchers. This is an antique reproduction of the original 17th century. Dimensions: 4...
Wood
Choosing the perfect writing desk or writing table is a profoundly personal journey, one that people have been embarking upon for centuries.
Queen Atossa of Persia, from her writing table circa 500 B.C., is said to have been the originator of the art of handwritten letters. Hers was reportedly the first in a long and colorful history of penned correspondence that grew in popularity alongside literacy. The demand for suitable writing desks, which would serve the composer of the letters as well as ensure the comfort of the recipient naturally followed, and the design of these necessary furnishings has evolved throughout history.
Once people began to seek freedom from the outwardly ornate styles of the walnut and rosewood writing desks and drafting tables introduced in the name of Queen Victoria and King Louis XV, radical shifts occurred, such as those that materialized during the Art Nouveau period, when designers longed to produce furniture inspired by the natural world’s beauty. A prime example is the work of the famous late-19th-century Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí — his rolltop desk featured deep side drawers and was adorned with carved motifs that paid tribute to nature. Gaudí regularly combined structural precision with decorative elements, creating beautiful pieces of furniture in wood and metal.
Soon afterward, preferences for sleek, geometric, stylized forms in furniture that saw an emphasis on natural wood grains and traditional craftsmanship took hold. Today, Art Deco desks are still favored by designers who seek to infuse interiors with an air of luxury. One of the most prominent figures of the Art Deco movement was French decorator and furniture designer Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann. With his use of neoclassical motifs as well as expensive and exotic materials such as imported dark woods and inlays of precious metals for his writing desks, Ruhlmann came to symbolize good taste and modernity.
The rise in appreciation for Scandinavian modernism continues to influence the design of contemporary writing desks. It employs the “no fuss” or “less is more” approach to creating a tasteful, sophisticated space. Sweden’s master cabinetmaker Bruno Mathsson created gallery-worthy designs that are as functional as they are beautiful. Finnish architect Alvar Aalto never viewed himself as an artist, but, like Mathsson, his furniture designs reflected a fondness for organic materials and a humanistic approach. Danish designers such as Hans Wegner introduced elegant shapes and lines to mid-century desks and writing tables, often working in oak and solid teak.
From vintage desks to contemporary styles, 1stDibs offers a broad spectrum of choices for conducting all personal and business writing and reading activities.
Top interior designers show — and tell — us how to create delectable spaces for hosting dinner parties.
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Whether you’re just moving in or ready to give your home a makeover, our guide will give you pointers on tables that are fitting for every room, nook and hallway.
From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.
The designer’s innovative use of an unexpected material gives this console a lift.
The stately piece brings both gravitas and whimsy to any work space.
Use them as tables or stools, indoors or out.