On offer is a rare and beautiful pair of antique ebony barley twist candlesticks, dating to the Victorian period, and crafted in dark hardwood with an elegant open spiral twist design. Standing at 10.5 inches tall, they embody the timeless charm of 19th-century English turnery, blending functional elegance with sculptural form.

Whether you’re a collector or a lover of soulful décor, this pair offers a tactile link to the past — and a graceful presence in any setting. Crafted with precision and showcasing the rarer open twist variation (less common than the solid barley twist), these candlesticks serve equally well as display pieces, conversation starters, or heirlooms to treasure.

📌 Key Features
✅ Genuine dark hardwood, likely ebony – richly polished with natural patina
✅ Distinctive open barley twist design – a mark of skilled Victorian craftsmanship
✅ Origin: Most likely English, late 19th to early 20th century
✅ Condition: Good antique condition. Minor age wear with an old, tight hairline crack to one strand; stable and discreet. Bases show expected wear from use.
✅ Height: 10.5 inches
✅ Rare to find as a matched pair, especially in this size and design

💡 Styling Tip
This pair works beautifully in traditional, eclectic, or vintage-modern interiors. Style them on a mantelpiece, alongside antique books, or as a centerpiece on a dining table for a layered, historic look.

🎁 Perfect For:
✔️ Collectors of Victorian antiques
✔️ Enthusiasts of decorative arts and turnery
✔️ Lovers of soulful, meaningful décor
✔️ A thoughtful gift for history enthusiasts or interior stylists

🔍 Provenance / Maker Notes
The barley twist form takes inspiration from the spiral of barley sugar sticks and first appeared in 17th-century France, later gaining popularity in England. By the Victorian era, it became a hallmark of decorative furniture and accessories. The open twist version seen here is more unusual and technically demanding, highlighting the skill of English turners working in luxury woods like ebony.

📏 Measurements
• Height: 10.5 in (26.5 cm)

📦 Shipping & International Buyers
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Important: USA buyers must now pay all customs duty at checkout — not when the item enters the country or at delivery.

📌 Why It Matters
This is more than a pair of candlesticks — it’s a piece of lived history, captured in material and form. The antique ebony barley twist candlesticks are rare to find in this open spiral style and seldom offered as a matched pair in this size. Ideal for those who value provenance, patina, and timeless design.

Stock code 021025