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What is a candle shade?
A candle shade is a fixture or cover that is positioned over a candle's flame to protect it. It enhances the light from a candle while minimizing the glare. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary candle shades from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
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Floral Ceramic Folk Art Candle Holder, Poland
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Vintage Polish ceramic candle holder manufactured circa 1970s. Handpainted dark blue and burgundy organic floral decorations on cream colored shiny glaze. Stamped by maker under bas...
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Mid-20th Century Polish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

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Ceramic

Arne Eskers Pewter Candleholders for Just Andersen, 1950s, Set of 2
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A pair of Trumpet Shaped Candlesticks designed by Arne Eskers and made by Just Andensen in Denmark during the 1950s. Both stamped and signed. Design number: 2601. Measurements: H: ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

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Pewter

Pair of Vintage Gothic Style Freestanding Adjustable Wrought Iron Candelabras
Located in Dayton, OH
Set of Wrought Iron Adjustable Church Altar Candelabras. The candelabra or central light section is hinged allowing for adjustments from the V or Y formation to a straight line or st...
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20th Century Gothic Candelabras

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Wrought Iron

Couple of 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Silvered Wooden Candlesticks
Located in Buisson, FR
Great pair of wooden candleholders with their beautiful silver leaf gilding. Italy, circa 1760-1800. Weathered and small losses Measurements are individual and include the iron peak....
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Antique 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Candlesticks

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Iron

Antique French Brass Serpent Snake Candle Holders, Pair
Located in Elkhart, IN
A wonderful pair of antique Art Deco brass snake or serpent candle holders with coiled tails France, Circa 1920s. Measures: 4.5"W × 3"D × 7.5"...
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Candlesticks

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Brass

19th Century French Glass Weavers Oil Lamp
Located in Buisson, FR
Rare handmade glass weavers oil lamp from the south of France. France, 19th century. Good condition. Copper wick holder of recent date.
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Antique 19th Century French Candle Lamps

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Glass

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