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Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

SCANDINAVIAN MODERN STYLE

Scandinavian modernism is perhaps the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life.

ORIGINS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN 

CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

  • Bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetries
  • Use of natural materials — native woods such as pine, ash and beech
  • Open, airy spaces
  • Promotion of functionality
  • Emphasis on craftsmanship; rooted in cabinetry profession and traditional construction techniques
  • Minimal ornamentation (little to no embellishment)
  • A neutral or light color palette owing to prominence of light woods

SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The gentle, organic contours that are typical of Scandinavian design appear in the furnishings and decor created by Danish, Finnish and Swedish designers not as a stylistic gesture, but rather as a practical, ergonomic — and, as importantly, elegant — response to the human form.

Each nation produced exceptional talents in all areas of the applied arts, yet each had its forté. Sweden was home to Greta Magnusson Grossman and Bruno Mathsson — creators of the classic Grasshopper lighting series and Berlin daybed, respectively — but the country excelled most notably at ceramics. In the 1920s at the great Gustavsberg porcelain manufactory, Wilhelm Kåge introduced pieces in the Scandinavian style based on influences from folklore to Cubism; his skills were passed on to his versatile and inspired pupils Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg.

Likewise, Finland produced a truly ingenious Scandinavian modern furniture designer in the architect Alvar Aalto, a master at melding function and artistic form in works like the Paimio chair, created in collaboration with his first wife, Aino. Yet Finnish glassware was pre-eminent, crafted in expressive, sculptural designs by Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva.

The Danes excelled at chairs. Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen were exemplars of the country’s facility with wood, particularly teak

Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair; Jacobsen — while the revolutionary architect and furniture innovator produced the best-selling plywood Ant chair — designed two classic upholstered pieces of the 1950s: the Swan chair and Egg chair. The list of great Danes could go on and on, including Finn Juhl, a stylistic maverick and maker of the bold Chieftain chair; Poul Kjaerholm, with his lean metal-and-rattan aesthetic; and Verner Panton, who introduced a vibrant Pop note into international design.

Today, decades after their heyday, the prolific, ever-evolving Scandinavian modernists continue to amaze and delight, and interior designers all over the world use their pieces to bring warmth to any given space.

On 1stDibs, you will note both instantly recognizable vintage Scandinavian modern chairs, sofas, rugs and tables — those that have earned iconic status over time — and many new discoveries. 

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Style: Scandinavian Modern
A Set of Three Anna Greta-Eker Candleholders in Silver
Located in Helsinki, FI
A set of 3 very beautiful candleholders designed by Anna Greta-Eker. These pieces are a part of a very well known series of candle holders in different sizes and shapes but in this same distinctive design by Anna Greta-Eker. These 3 in particular are amongst the smallest models that she designed with 2 spots for candles in each one. Eker was a very established silver designer and one of the most important figures in modern scandinavian jewelry...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Silver

Set of 7 Scandinavian Candelabra in Brass, Gunnar Ander Ystad Metal Sweden 1950s
Located in Vorst, BE
Set of 7 Swedish Modernist candelabra by Gunnar Ander. Produced by Ystad-Metall, located in the town of Ystad in Sweden. Candle-holders in solid brass. Organic design of stylised f...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Swedish Vintage Wooden 5-Arm Candelabra with Intricate Carvings 1970s
Located in Frederiksberg C, DK
Swedish vintage 5-arm candelabra. Crafted from wood, this candelabra features carvings that form a minimalist yet striking pattern, adding a touch of warmth and coziness to any inte...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Wood

Large Sculptural Swedish Folk Art Oak Candelabra, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Remarkably monumental solid oak wood candle holder manufactured by hand in Northern Sweden in the 1960s. This large vintage statement piece has a sculptural appearance with fourteen ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Wood, Oak

Swedish Designer, Candelabras, Brass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass candelabras designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Hold .75” candles Near identical pair, please note difference to shape of nozzles.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Vintage Brass Candelabra Designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson Ab, Model L-67
Located in Doraville, GA
A vintage three light candelabra by Swedish architect / industrial designer Hans - Agne Jakobsson. The candelabra was initially designed in the 1960’s and manufactured by Jakobsson’s...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Pair of Gunnar Ander Candelabras for Ystad Metall, 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of Gunnar Ander seven-armed candelabras in metal with bronze tops. Manufactured by Ystad Metall in the 1970s.     
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Metal, Bronze

Vintage Dansk Iron Candelabra by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage cast iron candleabra. made in Denmark. Designed by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk. the sprial pattern can be adjusted.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Iron

Swedish Handmade Wooden Candelabra
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Handmade Scandinavian Modern wood candelabra by local artisan Patrik Qvist in small town Brålanda. Brass inserts for five candles, and interchanging circular and lined shapes. Beauti...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Wood

A pair of candleholders by GUNNAR ANDER
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of candleholders by GUNNAR ANDER for Ystad Metall, 1950s. Black lacquered metal and polished brass.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Metal

3 Swedish Modern Brass Candlesticks Candle holders Lars Holmström Candelabra
Located in Wayne, NJ
This set of 3 Holmström candlesticks are a beautiful addition to any décor , particularly during the Swedish tradition of Lucia. Made by Lars Holmström in Arvika . These candlestick...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Other

Sculptural Cast Iron Floor Candelabra, Denmark 1970’s
Located in Valby, 84
the captivating beauty of this sculptural cast iron floor candelabra, originating from Denmark in the 1970s. Crafted with exquisite attentio...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Iron

Swedish Designer, Candelabra, Brass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass candelabra designer and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Holds .5” candles.
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Modernist Sculptural Hagenauer Style Brutalist Copper Candleholder, Austria 1950
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Brutalist candleholder Origin: Austria Material: Copper Decade: 1950s This original vintage candleholder, was designed and produced in the ...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Copper

Walter Andersson, Candelabra, Brass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass candelabra designed by Walter Andersson and produced by Ystad-Metall, Sweden, c. 1950s. Holds .8” candles.
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Candelabra, Brass, Metal, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A small brass and black-painted metal candelabra designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s. Holds .4” diameter candles.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Metal, Brass

Gunnar Ander Swedish Modern Candleholder in Brass, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Stylized lily candelabra in solid brass. Its to be fitted with 3 regular sized candles. Designed by Swedish Gunnar Ander circa 1960-70. Reminiscent in ...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Modernist Auböck Style Brutalist copper and metal Candleholder, Austria 1970s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: candleholder element Origin: Austria Material: copper and metal Decade: 1970s This original vintage candleholder, was designed and produced in the 1970s in Aust...
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Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Candelabra, Iron, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-painted iron candelabra designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s. holds .9” diameter candles.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Iron

Swedish Designer, Small Candelabra, Brass, Metal, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A small brass and black-painted metal chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Uses .4” candles.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Metal, Brass

Modernist Auböck Style Brutalist brass and leather Candleholder, Austria 1950s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: candleholder element Origin: Austria Material: brass and leather Decade: 1950s This original vintage candleholder, was designed and produced in the 1950s in Aus...
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Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall. Pair of candle holders in silver-plated brass.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall, Sweden. A pair of candle holders in silver-plated brass. For six candles. Modernist design. Approximately 1970. In very good condition with rust on th...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Candelabra, Copper, Elm, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A copper and elm candelabra designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s. Hold 0.65” diameter candles
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Copper

Swedish Designer, Candelabra, Brass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An organic brass candelabra, designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Holds 0.92” x 0.78” diameter candles
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Large Glass & Iron Chandelier by Erik Hoglund
Located in Utrecht, NL
Cast iron, mouth blown and pressed glass 12-arm chandelier for 12 candles by Swedish designer Erik Hoglund with images of animals and faces. Boda glassworks, Axel Stromberg ironworks, Sweden, 1957. Early edition on welded chain...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Wrought Iron

Swedish Designer, Candelabra, Brass, Metal, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and metal candelabra designed by Gunnar Ander and produced by Ystad-Metall, Sweden, c. 1950s. Hold 0.35” diameter candle
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Metal, Brass

Style Taito (Paavo Tynell) Candle Holders
Located in Hyvinkää, FI
two brass legs with a wonderful presentation. in both three places for a candle. Finnish handicraft in Taito style.
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1940s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Gusums Bruk Attribution, Candelabra, Brass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass candelabra attributed to Gusums Bruk, Sweden, c. 1940s. Hold 0.75” diameter candles
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass

Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metal. Pair of two-armed candle holders.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall, Sweden. A pair of two-armed candle holders in brass and blue art glass shaped like flowers. From the 1960s. Marked. In excellent condition. Dimensions:...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Candelabra, Wrought Iron, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A wrought iron candelabra designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Holds eight 0.6” diameter candles
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Wrought Iron

Set of 2 Pierre Forsell Aniara Brass Candlesticks for Skultuna Sweden, 1960s
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Set of 2 vintage "Aniara" candlesticks designed by Pierre Forsell for Skultuna, Sweden. Made from solid brass. Made ca 1960s. They hold slim sized tapers. Measurements height: 19,...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Brass

HOLMGREN ILLUMS BOLIGHUS. cast Iron candle holder 1960s Denmark
Located in Den Haag, NL
HOLMGREN ILLUMS BOLIGHUS. A cast iron candle holder. The way they make the cast iron, gives them a structure on the surface. It looks very basic, natural and strong. They are really...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Iron

Anna Greta-Eker Candleholder in Silver
Located in Helsinki, FI
A very beautiful candleholder designed by Anna Greta-Eker. This piece is a part of a very well known series of candle holders in different sizes and shapes ...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Silver

Swedish Designer, Candelabra, Brass, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and black-lacquered wood candelabra designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s. Holds 0.8” candles
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass

Pair Mid-Century Candlesticks in Brass by Gunnar Ander Ystad Metall Sweden
Located in Vorst, BE
Pair of Swedish Modernist candle-sticks, designed by Gunnar Ander. Produced by Ystad-Metall, located in the town of Ystad in Sweden. Entirely made of brass, this playful design is ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Josef Frank, Candelabra, Brass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A six-armed organic brass candelabra designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1940s. Fits 0.80” diameter candles
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Lars Holmström, Candelabra, Brass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass candelabra designed and produced by Lars Holmström, Arvika, Sweden, 1930s. Fits 0.45” diameter candle
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Gunnar Ander, Small Candelabra, Brass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass candelabra designed by Gunnar Ander and produced by Ystad-Metall, Sweden, 1950s. fits 0.45” diameter candles
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Scandinavian Candelabra in Brass & Glass, Gunnar Ander Ystad Metal Sweden 50-60s
Located in Vorst, BE
A Swedish Modernist candelabra by Gunnar Ander. Produced by Ystad-Metall, located in the town of Ystad in Sweden. Candle-holder for 6 candles in solid, polished brass glass cups in...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Brass

hand wrought Iron and glass candelabra by Erik Höglund , Boda Smide, 1950s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Candelabra designed by Erik Höglund. Made by hand in iron at Boda smide and clear glass prisms from Boda glass. Three arms and six glass shards. Very good vintage condition with ligh...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Iron

Swedish modern brass candelabras by Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Set of candelabras designed by Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall in the 1950s. Made in brass with six arms. Original condition with patina. Marked on bottom.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Pair Mid-Century Candelabra in Brass by Gunnar Ander Ystad Metall Sweden
Located in Vorst, BE
Pair of Swedish Modernist candle holders for 5 candles was designed by Gunnar Ander. Produced by Ystad-Metall, located in the town of Ystad in Sweden. Entirely made of brass, this ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Pair Mid-Century Candelabra in black Metal by Gunnar Ander Ystad Metall Sweden
Located in Vorst, BE
Pair of Swedish Modernist candle holders for 7 candles, designed by Gunnar Ander. Produced by Ystad-Metall, located in the town of Ystad in Sweden. Made of steel, painted black wit...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Copper, Steel

Swedish Designer, Candelabras, Iron, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of iron candelabras designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. fits 0.75” diameter candles
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Iron

Swedish candle holder by Gunnar Ander for Ystad-Metall
Located in Kiel, SH
Beautiful candelabra by Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall in rare grey colour with nice brass details
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Metal, Brass

candleholder by Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall
Located in Kiel, SH
candle holder by Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall black wire and brass details
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Metal, Brass

Swedish Designer, Candelabra, Iron, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-painted iron candelabra designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s. Fits 0.80” diameter candles
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Iron

Swedish Designer, Candelabra, Iron, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-painted iron candelabra designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. fits 0.45” diameter candles
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Iron

Swedish Designer, Candelabra, Brass, Elm, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and elm candelabra designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. fits 0.8” diameter candles
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Small Candelabra, Brass, Metal, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A small brass and black-lacquered metal candelabra designed and produced in Sweden, 1930s. Holds 0.45” candles
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Metal, Brass

Iron and glass prism candelabra by Erik Höglund , Boda Smide, 1950s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Large candelabra designed by Erik Höglund. Made by hand in iron at Boda smide and clear glass prisms from Boda glass. Three arms and six glass shards. Very good vintage condition wit...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Iron

Scandinavian Mid-Century Candelabra in Brass by Arthur Pe, Kolbäck, Sweden
Located in Vorst, BE
A Mid-Century Candelabra for 4 candles in solid brass (weight 3 lbs / 1.37 kg). Created and made by Arthur Petterson, he signed his candleholders “Arthur Pe Kolbäck...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Set of 3 Mid-Century Candelabras in Brass by Arthur Pe, Kolbäck, Sweden
Located in Vorst, BE
A set of three Mid-Century Candelabras for 2 candles each in solid brass. Created and made by Arthur Petterson, he signed his candleholders ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Mid-Century Candelabra in Brass & Metal Gunnar Ander Ystad Metall Sweden
Located in Vorst, BE
Swedish Modernist candle holder by Gunnar Ander. Produced by Ystad-Metall, located in the town of Ystad in Sweden. Stylised flowers in brass on 6 asymmetrical black enameled steel ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Brass, Steel, Iron

Mid-Century Candelabra in Brass & Metal Gunnar Ander Ystad Metall Sweden
Located in Vorst, BE
Swedish Modernist candle holder by Gunnar Ander. Produced by Ystad-Metall, located in the town of Ystad in Sweden. Stylised flowers in brass on 4 asymmetrical black enameled steel ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Brass, Steel, Iron

Set of 3 Mid-Century Candlesticks in Brass by Arthur Pe, Kolbäck, Sweden
Located in Vorst, BE
A set of three Mid-Century candle-sticks or candle-holders in solid brass. Created and made by Arthur Petterson, he signed his candleholders “Arthur Pe Kolbäck...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Set of 3 Mid-Century Candlesticks in Brass by Arthur Pe, Kolbäck, Sweden
Located in Vorst, BE
A set of three Mid-Century candle-sticks or candle-holders in solid brass. Created and made by Arthur Petterson, he signed his candleholders “Arthur Pe Kolbäck...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Candelabra by Hilding Ekelund, Finland, 1926
Located in Espoo, FI
The Hilding Ekelund Candelabra (documented) is a harmonious blend of artistry and functionality. Crafted from exquisite metal and produced by Taidetakomo Hakkarainen, this piece boas...
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1920s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

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Metal

Scandinavian Modern candelabras for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian Modern candelabras for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage candelabras created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, lighting, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, brass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern candelabras made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Sweden pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original candelabras, popular names associated with this style include Gunnar Ander, Ystad-Metall, Erik Höglund, and Hans-Agne Jakobsson. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for candelabras differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $180 and tops out at $27,446 while the average work can sell for $1,128.

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