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Salviati Glass Candle Holders, circa 1960s
By Salviati
Located in New York, NY
Salviati sommerso blown glass candle holders.
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

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Blown Glass

Fostoria "Heirloom" Candle Holders
By Fostoria Glass Company
Located in Denton, TX
A pair of Fostoria "Heirloom" Opalescent candle holders. White colored with a pinkish hue to them
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

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Glass

Vintage Fostoria "Heirloom" Candle Holders
Fostoria "Heirloom" Candle Holders
H 4.25 in W 10 in D 7.25 in
Dansk Blocky Glass Candle Holder
By Dansk
Located in Vallejo, CA
A vintage Dansk glass double candle holder. Nice blocky shape with little bubbles formed throughout
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Late 20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Glass

Vintage Dansk Blocky Glass Candle Holder
Dansk Blocky Glass Candle Holder
H 5.25 in W 4 in D 1.75 in
Glass Candle Holder, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Glass candle holder, circa 1960. By Unknown manufacturer. Spain. In original condition, with minor
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1950s Spanish Romantic Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

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Glass

Vintage Glass Candle Holder, circa 1950
Glass Candle Holder, circa 1950
No Reserve
H 8.86 in Dm 3.94 in
Glass Candle Holder, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Glass candle holder, circa 1960. By Unknown manufacturer. Spain. In original condition, with
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1950s Spanish Romantic Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

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Glass

Vintage Glass Candle Holder, circa 1950
Glass Candle Holder, circa 1950
No Reserve
H 14.97 in Dm 4.53 in
Large Kosta Boda Glass Candle Holders
By Kosta Boda
Located in New York, NY
1970s modern glass candle holders by Kosta Boda. Small candle holder width 3'' depth 3.5
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

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Art Glass

Yellow Glass Candle Holder, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Yellow glass candle holder, circa 1960. By Unknown manufacturer. Spain. In original condition
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1960s Spanish Rustic Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

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Glass

Vintage Yellow Glass Candle Holder, circa 1960
Yellow Glass Candle Holder, circa 1960
No Reserve
H 4.93 in W 5.52 in D 4.73 in
Tapio Wirkkala Candle Holders
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Collonge-Bellerive, GE
. These candle holders designed by Tapio Wirkkala likely feature his distinctive style that often drew
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1970s Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Vintage Tapio Wirkkala Candle Holders
Tapio Wirkkala Candle Holders
H 8.98 in W 5.04 in D 5.52 in
Hanging Pine Chandelier Candlestick Holder with 4 Glass Candle Holders
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century pine hanging candelabra with blown glass candle or votive holders by Harlyk Denmark
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Rope, Glass, Pine

1960s Murano Sommerso Art Glass Votive Candle Holder Green and Amber
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Murano Green and Amber Sommerso Art Glass Votive Candle Holder 1.5 tall x 2.75 diameter
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Art Glass

Pair Mid-century Pressed Glass Candle Holders
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Solid glass candle holders from the pressed glass era (1930-1950). Solid, and pure in their
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Mid-20th Century American American Classical Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Glass

Pair Mid-century Pressed Glass Candle Holders
Pair Mid-century Pressed Glass Candle Holders
H 11.75 in W 4.25 in D 3.25 in
Glass Candle Holder Attributed to Fontana Arte
By Fontana Arte
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Glass candle holder attributed yo Fontana Arte Italy 1960's.
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1960s Italian Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Glass

Oggetti Murano Large Murano Glass Candle Holders
By Oggetti
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful pair of large 1980's Oggetti Italy Murano glass cnadle holders, in vintage original
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

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Murano Glass

Mid 20th Century Venetian Glass Candle Holder
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning peach colored Venetian glass candle holder Italy, Mid-20th Century Measures: 3.13
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Glass

Candle Holder, Thick Art Glass, Italy, 1970
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This candle Holder; is a "photophore", it has been made in Italy around 1970, in art glass.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

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Art Glass

Candle Holder, Thick Art Glass, Italy, 1970
Candle Holder, Thick Art Glass, Italy, 1970
H 2.37 in W 9.06 in D 5.52 in
Modernist Candle Holders Kosta Boda Amber Glass
By Gunnar Ander
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of rare and unusual candlesticks or candle holders by Gunnar Ander, with beauatiful amber
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Wrought Iron

Candle Holder Vienna Around 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
Candle holder vienna around 1960s Cherrywood and glass Original condition.
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1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Glass, Wood, Cherry

Glass Candle Holders by Kosta Boda Sweden
By Kosta Boda
Located in San Diego, CA
Minimalist and incredibly glamorous pair of Kosta Boda glass candle holders. The pair exhude
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1990s Swedish Post-Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

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Glass, Paint

20th century Vivarini Murano Glass Candle Holder, 1950s
By Vivarini Murano
Located in LEGNY, FR
Murano glass candle holder by Vivarini representing a valet on one knee and holding the candle
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1950s French Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

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Murano Glass

1960s Crystal Glass Modern Cube Candle Holder Pair
By Iittala
Located in Chula Vista, CA
MCM Pair Crystal Glass Cube Candle Holders 3.75 x 3.75 x 3.75 candle .75 Preowned original vintage
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Glass Circle Candle Holders, 3 Flames, Denmark, 1970
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Glass circle candle holders, 3 flames, Denmark, 1970. Very beautiful scandinavian candle holder in
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1970s Danish Hollywood Regency Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

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Crystal

Candle holder, Zebras. Glass. Nachtmann, Germany, 20th century.
By Nachtmann
Located in Madrid, ES
Candle holder, Zebras. Glass. Nachtmann, Germany, 20th century. Semi-circular candle holder with
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20th Century German Other Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Glass

1960s Pair Orrefors Candle Holder Square Crystal Glass
By Orrefors
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Pair Orrefors Candle Holder Square Crystal Glass 2.5 h x 3.13 x 2.88 Preowned vintage
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Scandinavian Vintage Red Glass Brass Candle Holder 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Red coloured glass candle holder of brass from the 1960s. Base of polished brass and tulip shaped
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1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

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Brass

A Pair of Italian Glass Baluster Candle Holders
Located in New York, NY
A pair of baluster form candle holders, produced circa mid-20th century in Italy, in blown glass
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Blown Glass

Douglas Nash Libbey Camel Candle Holder Opalescent Art Glass 1933 Ex Tiffany
By Libbey Glass Co.
Located in Mobile, AL
Douglas Nash left Tiffany for Toledo, Ohio and and Libbey Glass company where his Silhouette
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1930s Art Deco Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Art Glass

René Lalique 1940s signed Candle Holder
By René Lalique
Located in DARLINGTON, WA
Stunning René Lalique 1940s double candle holder signed Lalique in frosted glass. In excellent
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1940s French Art Deco Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Glass

René Lalique 1940s signed Candle Holder
René Lalique 1940s signed Candle Holder
H 3.35 in W 9.06 in D 1.78 in
Pair of Glass Crystal Asymmetrical Candle Holders 80s
Located in Hawthorne, CA
Set of two thick glass asymmetrical candlestick holders circa 1980. Gorgeous design and weight
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1980s Unknown Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Large Scandinavian Mid-Century Candle Holder
By Odel
Located in Oslo, NO
Charming candle holder in brass and colored glass. Designed and manufactured in Norway by Odel
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1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

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Brass

Large Scandinavian Mid-Century Candle Holder
Large Scandinavian Mid-Century Candle Holder
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H 8.67 in Dm 10.63 in
Venetian Transparent Murano Glass Candle Holder Contemporary 1980s Italy
By Cenedese
Located in Villaverla, IT
Venetian Transparent Murano Glass Candle Holder, Contemporary 1980s Italy, Signed Cenedese. This
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1980s Italian Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

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Glass, Murano Glass, Cut Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass

Vintage Czech Art Glass Candle holder by Josef Hospodka
Located in Budapest, HU
This is a vintage Czech Art Glass Candle holder designed by Josef Michael Hospodka (1/21/1923 - 8
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1950s Czech Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

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Art Glass, Blown Glass

Pair of Vintage Terracotta Candle Holders
Located in Chicago, IL
A chic pair of vintage terracotta pillar candle holders with a simple tapered shape that blends
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Late 20th Century North American Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Terracotta

1970's Murano Glass Red And Gold Candle Holders
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful pair of 1970's modern signed Murano glass red and gold candle holders, in vintage
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

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Murano Glass

1970s Black & Gold Candle Holders, Pair
Located in South Salem, NY
A pair of 1970s era black & gold candle holders with a carnival glass finish. Each candlestick has
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1970s American Hollywood Regency Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Ceramic

1970s Black & Gold Candle Holders, Pair
1970s Black & Gold Candle Holders, Pair
H 5.5 in W 3.5 in D 3.5 in
Faceted Glass Cobalt Blue Candle Holder Catchall Dish 1980s
Located in Hawthorne, CA
Vintage cobalt blue and thick clear glass candle holder. Faceted corners and thick heavy base
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Late 20th Century American Minimalist Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Glass

Candle Holder, Photophore, Pewter, Glass, Sweden, 1970s - Free Shipping!
Located in Bochum, NRW
Swedish Designer, Candle Holder, Photophore, Pewter, Glass, Sweden, 1970s A nice candleholder, in
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Pewter

Pair Baccarat Dolphin Form Crystal Glass Candle Holders
By Cristalleries De Baccarat
Located in New York, NY
glass shades with floral engraved designs, and frosted crystal dolphin form stems and round bases
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Mid-20th Century French Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Tommi Parzinger Candle Stick Holder with Original Hurricane Glass
By Tommi Parzinger, Dorlyn Silversmiths
Located in Chicago, IL
Tommi Parzinger Candle Stick Holder with Original Hurricane Glass These were handcrafted brass
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Brass

1980s Chinoiserie Pedestal Glass Pillar Asian Candle Holders - a Pair
Located in Draper, UT
Pair of simple yet beautifully elegant chinoiserie glass pillar candle holders. Measures 3.75" H x
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1980s American Chinoiserie Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Glass

One Piece 4 Glass Candle Holder by Staffan Gellerstedt for Pukeberg Sweden 1970
By Pukeberg Sweden, Staffan Gellerstedt
Located in Miami, FL
One Piece Lead Crystal 4 Candle Holder designed by Artist Staffen Gellerstedt and made in Pukeberg
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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Mid-Century Hand Blown Glass Knot Candle Holders, a Pair
Located in Fort Washington, MD
Unique pair of hand blown glass knot candle holders, beautiful deep burgundy color, original label
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Late 20th Century Czech Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

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Art Glass

Barovier e Toso Candle Holders Murano Glass 1940 Italy
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Milano, IT
Barovier e Toso.
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1940s Italian Other Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Murano Glass

PAIR Ercole Barovier Murano Art Glass Shell Candle Holders Opalescent glass
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
PAIR Ercole Barovier Murano Art Glass Shell Candle Holders in Opalescent glass. Both are hand blown
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Blown Glass

1970s Sweden Kosta Boda Ice Glass Candle Holder Goran Warff
By Kosta Boda
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s Sweden Kosta Boda Polar Ice Art Glass Votive Candle Holder by Goran Warff 3.25 h x 4
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Art Glass

Hollywood Regency Brass and Glass Floor Candle Holder, 1960s Italy
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Hollywood Regency brass and glass floor candle holder, 1960s Italy. Candles with a diameter of
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1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Brass

1970s Arkipelago Glass Icicle Candle Holders Timo Sarpaneva Iittala Finland
By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s Arkipelago glass Icicle candle holders Timo Sarpaneva Iittala Finland. This triangular pair
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1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Glass

Pair of Brass and Glass Candle Holders by Bijørn Wiinblad
By Bijorn Winblad
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1970’s Pair of solid brass and glass candle holders by Bijørn Wiinblad for Bambercer. They are
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Brass

Pair of Clear Murano Glass Candle Holders by Archimede Seguso
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980’s large pair of Italian clear Murano glass by Archimede Seguso. Both candle holders are
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1980s Italian Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Murano Glass

1970s Arkipelago Glass Icicle Candle Holder Timo Sarpaneva Iittala Finland
By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s Arkipelago Glass Icicle Single candle holder Timo Sarpaneva Iittala Finland 8.75 tall x 2.25
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1970s Finnish Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

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Art Glass

Flavio Poli Green Raw Glass Candle Holder Duck Seguso, 1950s
By Seguso, Flavio Poli
Located in Munich, DE
Duck sculpture candle holder designed by Flavio Poli in the 1950s. Seguso paper sticker included.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Murano Glass

Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal Candle Holder "Summer"
By Bjorn Wiinblad
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
illustration. Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal candle holder is called "Sommer", or Summer. Its design appears to
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Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Ceramic

Murano Glass Torciglione Candle Holder with Submerged Gold Attributed to Seguso
By Seguso
Located in Villaverla, IT
Murano glass Torciglione candle holder with submerged gold attributed to Seguso. This is a very
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Gold

Vintage candle holder in blue blown glass by Biot glassworks
By Biot
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Blue blown glass tealight holder by the Biot glassworks dating from the 1960s. Ideal for
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Mid-20th Century French Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Glass

Pair of 'Ultima Thule' Glass Candle Holders by Tapio Wirkkala
By Tapio Wirkkala, Iittala
Located in Hawthorne, CA
Set of two solid glass candlestick holders from the 'Ultima Thule' collection by iconic Finnish
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Glass

Barbini Murano Signature Aqua Red Italian Art Glass Hourglass Candle Holders
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
candle holders themselves are small enough that when you turn them upside down, you could use the pieces
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

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Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass

Pair of Candle Holders Peill & Putzler, Glass and Metal, Germany, 1970
By Peill & Putzler
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Pair of glass candle holders designed and produced by peill and putzler in germany in the 1970s
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1970s German Hollywood Regency Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

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Metal

Vintage Candle Holders Round Amber with removable Glass Set of 3
Located in Van Nuys, CA
timeless charm. The set includes three candle holders, each featuring a detachable glass hurricane, adding
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

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Glass

Gunnar Ander, Four Candle Holders, Brass & Glass, Ystad Metall, Swedish Modern
By Ystad-Metall, Gunnar Ander
Located in Stockholm, SE
A rare set of four candle holders, one for three candles (total for six candles). Delicate shape
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Brass

1980s Danish Glass Vase / Candle Holder by Michael Bang for Holmegaard
By Holmegaard, Michael Bang
Located in Knebel, DK
Danish Vase / candle holder in white, black and blue art glass by Michael Bang produced by
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1980s Danish Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

1970s Candle Holders Arkipelago Round Ice Glass Timo Sarpaneva Iittala Finland
By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s Pair of Sculpturally Modern Candle Holders Arkipelago Round Ice Glass by Timo Sarpaneva
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1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

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Art Glass

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Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of glass candle holders vintage candles holders available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique glass candle holders vintage candles holders was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, metal and brass. There are all kinds of glass candle holders vintage candles holders available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of glass candle holders vintage candles holders to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Art Deco glass candle holders vintage candles holders are of considerable interest. Glass candle holders vintage candles holders have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Erik Höglund and Gunnar Ander are consistently popular.

How Much are Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $900, while they’re typically $26 on the low end and $90,819 highest priced.

Finding the Right candle-holders for You

For centuries, candles have been used in religious ceremonies such as Hanukkah, provided light to work or read by and more. During meals, the soft glimmer of candles adds warmth to a dinner table that no lighting solution could possibly imitate. With the right antique or vintage candleholder, candles can elevate a table setting or just help support your efforts to create a romantic atmosphere in any room.

When you combine the distinctive glow of a candle with a candleholder that matches the color scheme and decor you’ve painstakingly put together, the result can feel like magic. Finding the candleholder that best meets your needs can be daunting because you’re essentially bringing a piece into your home that is as important as the candle itself. Unsurprisingly, venturesome designers over the years have crafted innumerable alternatives to the traditional form of candleholders, and today a broad array of these decorative objects can be found on 1stDibs, whether they’re 19th-century candleholders made of silver or sleek mid-century modern glass candleholders for an understated accent to your dining area.

Try a tabletop orb candleholder from Lynne Meade Ceramics for a distinctive interpretation of this long-loved furnishing. An alluring pair of Georg Jensen stainless-steel candleholders, featuring pronounced organic curves, or Art Nouveau–informed natural-world motifs, on the other hand, can bring a dose of sculptural elegance to your living room.

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Questions About Glass Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What glass candle holders are called depends on their design. Curvy clear glass shades used to cover pillar candles are hurricanes, while smaller glass holders with closed bottoms are votive or tealight cups. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique and vintage glass candle holders.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Hurricane candle holders are glass cylindrical domes which go around a candle to protect the flame from getting doused. These candle holders can also be attached to the wall as a hurricane shade.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    How tall a candle holder should be depends on the size of the candle you’re using and the overall look of the room. Compared to a candle, a holder should be at least as tall. When choosing candle holders, choose ones that won’t obscure the view. For example, lower candlesticks and candelabras work best on dining tables because they allow you to see the person across from you. On 1stDibs, find a range of candle holders.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What vintage candle holders are called depends on their design. Narrow tall ones designed for tapers are candlesticks, while multi-armed taper holders are candelabra. Small holders are votive or tealight holders or cups depending on their dimensions. Find a selection of vintage candle holders on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    The difference between a candlestick and a candle holder is specificity. A candlestick is a tall turned decorative object typically used to display taper candles. Any object made specifically to hold candles is a candle holder. Candlesticks are candle holders, but there are other kinds, including tall shades called hurricanes and small cylindrical containers called votive cups. Shop an assortment of candle holders on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    One of the most common candle holders in use during Medieval times was the simple candlestick. Today, antique candlesticks are sought after by art collectors and interior designers alike for their stylish versatility. On 1stDibs, shop a wide collection of antique and contemporary candlesticks from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Some of the most common types of candle holders include candlesticks, candelabras, hurricanes and votive cups. A candlestick is a column-like holder for tapers, while a candelabra is a multi-armed taper holder with a single candlestick-like body. Hurricanes are tall round shades designed for pillar candles, and a votive cup is a small cylindrical holder for a votive candle or tealight. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of candle holders.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    You can use a variety of materials instead of a candle holder to serve the purpose of an actual candle holder. Put pillar and votive candles on decorative plates or trays, or rest them on a decorative tile, coaster or wood slice. You can drop votives and tealights in shallow bowls, clay pots, wine glasses and other vessels. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of decorative accents.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    What the candle holders in churches are called depends on the design. Column-like holders for single tapers are candlesticks, while multi-branched holders for tapers are candelabras. Small candle holders used for memorial candles are votive holders. Find a collection of candle holders on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Because pillar candle holders burn into themselves, they do not need a candle holder. But it makes sense to have a pillar plate at least to prevent wax residue from ending up on your furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    What tall candle holders are called varies. Holders intended for pillar candles are hurricanes and are often made of glass. Tall wood or metal candle holders for one taper are candlesticks, while ones with multiple arms that accommodate more than one taper are candelabras. On 1stDibs, find a collection of candle holders.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A wall-mounted candle holder is called a candle sconce or a wall sconce. Sconces come in a variety of colors and shapes, sure to suit any decor style. You’ll find a wide range of candle sconces in a variety of decor styles on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A candle holder with multiple arms is called a candelabra or candelabrum. A candelabra or candelabrum is highly regarded as a decorative object and the classic, dramatic form of this type of candle holder is still an inspiration for lighting designers today. Shop a collection of antique and vintage candelabras from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To tell if a candle holder is solid antique brass, you can try placing a magnet on it. Brass is not magnetic, so if there is any attraction, the piece is unlikely to be solid brass. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of candle holders.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    What an old-fashioned candle holder is called depends on its design. A tall holder meant for a single taper candle is a candlestick, while taper holders with arms that branch off a central column are candelabras. Shop a range of candle holders on 1stDibs.

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Alessandro Mendini, Michael Graves, Ettore Sottsass and other design luminaries contributed to this unusual collection of porcelain wares representing a time capsule of late-20th-century decorative art.