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Barley Twist Spindles

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

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

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

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
Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Beech

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
Category

Vintage 1960s English Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Spanish Revival Sofa Floral Tapestry Chenille Fabric Barley Twist Turned Spindle
Located in Topeka, KS
of a dark wood frame with barley twist spindle post sides, brass decorative details, three foam
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Spanish Colonial Sofas

Materials

Brass

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
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany, Paint

2 Antique Victorian Carved White Etagere Stands Bookcases Wall Shelves Boho Chic
Located in Dayton, OH
. Feature turned barley twist supports and spindle galleries surrounding each tier.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Shelves

Materials

Hardwood, Paint

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Mahogany Corner Chair
Located in New York, NY
Mahogany Corner Chair with Barley twist spindles. English 1880's
Category

Antique 19th Century British Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

Mahogany Corner Chair
Mahogany Corner Chair
H 31.5 in W 25.5 in D 22 in
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
Located in Cookeville, TN
This is a unique Dutch tea bucket with turned banister and barley-twist spindles. The rustic piece
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Primitive Platters and Serveware

Materials

Brass

Dutch Tea Bucket Vintage
Dutch Tea Bucket Vintage
H 19 in Dm 14.5 in
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
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
Located in Conwy, GB
The upholstered seat pad supported on barley twist spindles, ogee moulded base with floor mounting
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Benches

Materials

Brass

A Late 19th Century Brass Club Fender
A Late 19th Century Brass Club Fender
H 20 in W 61 in D 19.8 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

Walnut, Upholstery

Louis XIII Style Fauteuil
Louis XIII Style Fauteuil
H 45 in W 27 in D 36 in
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

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
Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Beech

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
Located in Chicago, IL
that conceals two shelves and drawers is framed by turned, barley twist spindles. A large bottom drawer
Category

Early 20th Century Burmese British Colonial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Mirror, Teak

British Colonial Teak Wood Armoire
British Colonial Teak Wood Armoire
H 94 in W 39 in D 22 in
Superb Quality and Design 19th Century Heavy Brass Fender
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
it has a deep base and chunky barley twist spindles, this is one of the heaviest and finest quality
Category

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

Materials

Brass

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
Category

Antique 18th Century English Baroque Sofas

Materials

Hardwood, Oak

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
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Early 20th Century Victorian Benches

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
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

Thames Valley Windsor Chair
Thames Valley Windsor Chair
H 45 in W 26 in D 22 in
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.
Category

1990s Jacobean Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

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

Set of Renaissance Revival Chairs
Set of Renaissance Revival Chairs
H 34 in W 44 in D 21 in
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
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Shelves

Materials

Rosewood

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
Category

Vintage 1960s English Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

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
Category

20th Century European Pedestals

Materials

Mahogany

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
Located in Dayton, OH
twist supports and spindles. Upholstered in pink. History The bustle bench is an Eastlake design
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Eastlake Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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

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
Category

Antique 19th Century English Bookcases

English Walnut Open Bookcase
English Walnut Open Bookcase
H 52 in W 68 in D 16 in
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
Category

Antique 19th Century Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

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
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Country Armchairs

Materials

Elm

Jacobean Barley Twist Side Table
Located in Stamford, CT
Jacobean barley twist side table with double spindle work finials, circa early 20th century.  
Category

Early 20th Century Jacobean Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Jacobean Barley Twist Side Table
Jacobean Barley Twist Side Table
H 29 in W 41 in D 25 in

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English Regency Mahogany Double Pedestal Extending Dining Table with 2 Leaves
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H 28.5 in W 132.5 in D 48 in
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Located in Suffolk, GB
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H 46.66 in W 64.18 in D 9.45 in
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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 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 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 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 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.
  • 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.