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What era is barley twist furniture from?
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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
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European Barley Twist Chairs
Located in Austin, TX
Large European barley twist chairs with hand-carved details and dark red vinyl upholstery.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Chairs
Materials
Wood
$525 / item
Antique 19th Century Jacobean Barley Twist Chair
Located in thousand oaks, CA
An outstanding authentic 1830s-1850s English Jacobean barley-twist library / tub chair (William IV period).
Category
Antique 1840s Chairs
Materials
Linen, Hardwood
Antique Jacobean Revival Carved Barley Twist Chair, Circa 1870–1890
Located in North Palm Beach, FL
The walnut frame features barley-twist uprights and front legs, complemented by carved floral rosettes and block joinery.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Carved Wood Barley Twist, Geometric Print Linen Upholstery Armchairs, a Pair
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
Stunning pair of barley twist chairs upholstered in a magnificent printed linen fabric.
Category
Mid-20th Century Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Antique Barley Twist Side Chair
Located in Pasadena, TX
Antique Barley Twist Side Chair is characterized by its unique, twisted leg design, often found on chairs and other furniture pieces, complimenting any living space for beautiful hom...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Oak
Newly Upholstered Barley Twist Arm Chair
Located in Nashville, TN
This is a 19th century English Barley Twist arm chair frame with lovely carving on the arms.
Category
Antique Early 1800s English Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
