Rare Victorian Walnut Barley Twist Candle & Wine Stand with Brass Sconce, Circa 1870
Rare Victorian Walnut Barley Twist Candle & Wine Stand with Brass Sconce, Circa 1870
Rare Victorian Walnut Barley Twist Candle & Wine Stand with Brass Sconce, Circa 1870
A rare Victorian walnut candle and wine stand dating from around 1870, featuring an exceptional barley twist column, carved foliate decoration and an unusual brass candle sconce arrangement.
Combining elements of a candle stand, wine table and reading stand, it is a distinctive and uncommon surviving form with both decorative and practical appeal.
Key Features
• Rare Victorian walnut candle and wine stand, circa 1870
• Exceptional carved barley twist column
• Brass candle sconce with wide drip tray
• Deeply carved foliate decoration to the base collar
• Circular top with decorative carved edge
• Attractive sunken turned platform base
• Rich walnut colour and patina throughout
• Unusual crossover form combining multiple functions
Full Description
This rare Victorian walnut candle and wine stand is a particularly unusual example of late 19th century occasional furniture. Constructed in walnut and dating from around 1870, the stand combines strong decorative qualities with practical functionality.
The circular top is centred by an elegant brass candle sconce with a wide drip tray, supported by a turned walnut knop. Beneath, a beautifully executed barley twist column rises from a carved foliate collar and substantial circular platform base. The quality of the carving and turning is immediately apparent, with the rich walnut timber displaying excellent colour and depth throughout.
Unlike conventional Victorian wine tables or candle stands, this example appears to have been conceived as a multi-purpose form. The elevated candle holder would have provided useful illumination while leaving the tabletop free for a glass, book or other personal items. Its proportions make it equally suited to a library, drawing room or fireside setting.
The shallow sunken base adds visual weight and stability, while the carved details and bold turning reflect the enduring popularity of Jacobean Revival influences during the Victorian period.
Examples of this type are encountered far less frequently than standard Victorian occasional tables, making it an attractive choice for collectors and interiors seeking something distinctive and difficult to replace.
Explore our collection of antique tables and occasional furniture for more distinctive Victorian and period designs, and visit our journal to discover the history and evolution of Victorian candle stands, wine tables and other multifunctional forms of 19th century furniture.
Dimensions
Height: 93cm (overall with brass candle sconce) - Table Top Height 85cm
Diameter: 25cm (base) - 23cm Diameter Top
Materials
Walnut with subtle character marks
Brass with subtle verdigris patina
Turned and carved construction
Barley twist column
Condition
Good antique condition consistent with age and use.
Minor surface wear, marks and patina commensurate with age. The stand remains structurally sound and presents well throughout.
Origin / Period
England
Victorian, Circa 1870
Styling Suggestions
Ideal beside an armchair, library chair or sofa as a distinctive occasional table, candle stand or decorative accent piece.
FAQ
What makes this stand unusual?
Its combination of wine stand, candle stand and reading stand functionality is rarely encountered in a single Victorian design.
Is the stand made from walnut?
Yes, the stand is constructed in walnut with a rich aged colour and attractive patina.
Unique Points
Rare surviving crossover form.
Exceptional barley twist turning.
Decorative brass candle sconce arrangement.
Carved foliate details and substantial platform base.
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