What is a hurricane candle holder?

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.

How tall should a candle holder be?

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.

What is the difference between a candle stick and a candle holder?

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.

What are glass candle holders called?

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.

What are medieval candle holders called?

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.

What are the different types of candle holders?

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.

What are vintage candle holders called?

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.

What are those tall candle holders called?

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.

What are the candle holders in church called?

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.

What can I use instead of a candle holder?

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.

Do pillar candles need a holder?

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.

What are wall-mounted candle holders called?

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.

How can you tell if a candle holder is antique brass?

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.

What is an old-fashioned candle holder called?

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.

What is a candle holder with multiple arms called?

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.

How can you tell if a silver candle holder is real?

To tell if a silver candle holder is real, find out if a magnet is attracted to it. Solid sterling silver and fine silver aren't magnetic. However, some silver plate candle holders may be. Silver plate is the term for items made of base metal and then finished with a layer of genuine silver. If the magnet sticks to your candle holders, they may be silver plate or constructed out of a different material. If you'd like an expert's assistance with the identification process, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Find a variety of candle holders on 1stDibs.

Black Candle Holders

Black Glass Candlesticks

Mid Century Iron Candelabra

Modernist Candlesticks

Black Wrought Iron Candelabra

Exceptional French 1940s Candelabra in the Style of Gilbert Poillerat

$2,000

Exceptional French 1940s Candelabra in the Style of Gilbert Poillerat

By Gilbert Poillerat

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Exceptional French 1940s wrought iron candelabra in the style of Gilbert Poillerat. Can be used as is or turned into a chic floor lamp.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Neoclassical Candle Holders

Materials

Wrought Iron

Candelabra by Gunnar Ander for Ystad

$1,100

Candelabra by Gunnar Ander for Ystad

By Gunnar Ander

Located in Hanover, MA

A large candelabra in brass and blackened metal by Swedish metals artist, Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall. Mid-1950's

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Tommi Parzinger Dorlyn Brass Candelabra

$1,250

Tommi Parzinger Dorlyn Brass Candelabra

By Tommi Parzinger

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

pair of elegant candelabra by Tommi Parzinger for Dorlyn. Four arms complete with inserts. Laquered brass.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Candle Holders

Exceptional French 40's Candelabra in the Style of Gilbert Poillerat

$2,000

Exceptional French 40's Candelabra in the Style of Gilbert Poillerat

By Gilbert Poillerat

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Exceptional French 40's wrought iron candelabra in the style of Gilbert Poillerat. Can be used as is or turned into a chic floor lamp.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Neoclassical Candle Holders

Materials

Wrought Iron

Bronze Candleholder by Jacques Jarrige

$6,000

Bronze Candleholder by Jacques Jarrige

By Jacques Jarrige

Located in New York, NY

The Menine candleholder by Jacques Jarrige is a whimsical yet refined sculptural object, cast in bronze and signed by the artist. Its composition is a playful interplay of forms: two...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Candle Holders

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Large Oryx Horn Three-Arm Candelabra

$3,350 / set

Pair of Large Oryx Horn Three-Arm Candelabra

Located in Palm Beach, FL

A pair of large oryx horn three-arm candelabra, with silvered adjustable arms, tips and bases, all on ebonized turned wood bases.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Organic Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Horn

Pair of 19th Century II Empire Four-Light Candleabra

$4,600 / set

Pair of 19th Century II Empire Four-Light Candleabra

Located in Westport, CT

Pair of lovely and refined matte and gilded bronze four light candleabras with siena marble bases, Napoleon III period (would also make handsome lamps)

Category

Antique 19th Century French Candle Holders

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Large Vintage Italian Candlestick

$3,500

Large Vintage Italian Candlestick

Located in Napa, CA

Large vintage 18th century candlestick, used in a Roman church, from Italy. Front panel is gilted and the other two are painted white. Wonderful vintage patina as well as vintage con...

Category

Antique 1780s Italian Candle Holders

Materials

Paint, Plaster, Wood

Exceptional French 1940s Candelabra in the Style of Gilbert Poillerat

$2,000

Exceptional French 1940s Candelabra in the Style of Gilbert Poillerat

By Gilbert Poillerat

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Exceptional French 1940s wrought iron candelabra in the style of Gilbert Poillerat. Can be used as is or turned into a chic floor lamp.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Neoclassical Candle Holders

Materials

Wrought Iron

Set of Five Wrought Iron Art Deco Torchères, France, 1940s

$4,775 / set

Set of Five Wrought Iron Art Deco Torchères, France, 1940s

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Elegant set of five French Art Deco neoclassical wrought iron torchères or candleholders. The cupola is supported by a long tapering stem made up of three iron rods. Tripod base. B...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Candle Holders

Swedish Mid-Century Six Arm Candlabra, Black-Lacquered Iron, Brass Detail, 1950s

$795

Swedish Mid-Century Six Arm Candlabra, Black-Lacquered Iron, Brass Detail, 1950s

Located in Knivsta, SE

Striking Swedish Mid-Century Modern Six Arm Candelabra, made of Black Lacquered Iron and featuring Brass Details in the form of Modernist Bobèches. 1950s Sweden A harmoniously asymm...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of Albert Paley Dark Forged Iron Floral Candleholders, 1993

$2,500 / set

Pair of Albert Paley Dark Forged Iron Floral Candleholders, 1993

By Albert Paley

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Pair of 1993 Darkened Forged Iron Floral Candleholders by Albert Paley. Featuring elegant floral shapes with flowing tendrils in heavy bronze patina. Organic. Blossoms. Art Nouveau s...

Category

1990s American Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

Sculptural Mid Century Modern Extendable Black Metal Pillar Candle Holder

$375

Sculptural Mid Century Modern Extendable Black Metal Pillar Candle Holder

Located in San Jose, CA

Vintage expandable centerpiece candleholder in black matte metal circa 1970's. This sculptural piece includes five pillar candle settings that can be arranged in multiple configurati...

Category

Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Modern Candle Stands

Materials

Metal

Pair of Fine French 1960's Silver Plated Candelabra by Ercuis

$2,000 / set

Pair of Fine French 1960's Silver Plated Candelabra by Ercuis

By Ercuis

Located in Long Island City, NY

Pair of fine French 1960s silver plated candelabra by Ercuis.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Metal

Antique Empire Style Candelabra

$9,650 / set

Antique Empire Style Candelabra

Located in Atlanta, GA

Incredible pair of Empire style candelabra of gilt and patinated bronze. The backs are flat in order that they might be close to a wall.

Category

Early 20th Century French Empire Candle Holders

Materials

Bronze

Napoleon III Gilt and Patinated Bronze Candlesticks

$3,200 / set

Napoleon III Gilt and Patinated Bronze Candlesticks

Located in Hudson, NY

This fine and large pair of neoclassical inspired bronze candlesticks have a good presence and retain the original finish and bobeches. The design consists of pelmets and anthurium a...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Candle Holders

Materials

Bronze

Exceptional French 40's candelabra in the style of Gilbert Poillerat

$2,000

Exceptional French 40's candelabra in the style of Gilbert Poillerat

By Gilbert Poillerat

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Exceptional French 40's wrought iron candelabra in the style of Gilbert Poillerat. Can be used as is or turned into a chic floor lamp.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Neoclassical Candle Holders

Materials

Wrought Iron

Early 20th Fireplace Surround in Gilt Bronze and Black Marble Neo-Classical

$1,705

Early 20th Fireplace Surround in Gilt Bronze and Black Marble Neo-Classical

By Ferdinand Barbedienne

Located in Marseille, FR

Neo-classical fireplace surround in gilt bronze and black marble. Work in the style of Ferdinand Barbedienne

Category

Early 20th Century French Napoleon III More Candle Holders

Materials

Marble

Pair of Charles X Candelabra Engraved with Napoleonic Symbols and Fountainebleau

$9,375 / set

Pair of Charles X Candelabra Engraved with Napoleonic Symbols and Fountainebleau

Located in Pembroke, MA

Pair of Charles X ormolu and patinated bronze candelabra with five arms and separate bobesches. The base of each candelabra is inscribed with an "N" for Napoleon, the Napoleonic eagl...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Charles X Candle Holders

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

PAIR OF SILVER STAiNLESS STEEL & BLACK RALPH LAUREN STYLE CANDLEHOLDERS

$340

PAIR OF SILVER STAiNLESS STEEL & BLACK RALPH LAUREN STYLE CANDLEHOLDERS

Located in Pulborough, GB

Antiques of London We are delighted to offer for sale this Pair Of Silver Stainless Steel & Black Ralph Lauren Style Candle Holders. Discover Unique Treasures from a Luxurious ...

Category

20th Century British Candlesticks

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pair of Art Deco Candlesticks, Oak, Black lacquer, Nickel, Netherlands c. 1930

$1,455Sale Price|20% Off

Pair of Art Deco Candlesticks, Oak, Black lacquer, Nickel, Netherlands c. 1930

Located in Regensburg, DE

Beautiful pair of original Art Deco candlesticks of the 'Amsterdam School', Netherlands around 1930. Solid oak, black high gloss lacquered. Conical shape. Nickel-plated metal bracket...

Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Candelabras

Materials

Metal, Nickel

Pair of Faux Ram Horn Sculptures on Black Marble Stands in Ralph Lauren Style

$640 / set

Pair of Faux Ram Horn Sculptures on Black Marble Stands in Ralph Lauren Style

Located in Elkhart, IN

A sophisticated pair of vintage faux ram horns mounted on substantial black marble plinths, offering the timeless sporting aesthetic associated with English country houses and the ic...

Category

Late 20th Century American Rustic Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Black Forest Cabin Decor Antler Candelabra, circa 1900

$1,890

Black Forest Cabin Decor Antler Candelabra, circa 1900

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Black Forest Cabin Decor Antler Candelabra, circa 1900 A very rare and great cabin decor style five-armed candelabra with five candle spouts. Made of original deer and virginia deer...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Rustic Candlesticks

Materials

Antler

Pair of Regency Crystal, Ormolu and Bronze Candlesticks

$2,400 / set

Pair of Regency Crystal, Ormolu and Bronze Candlesticks

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Regency Crystal, Ormolu and Bronze Candlesticks. Pair of Regency crystal, ormolu and bronze candelabra with detachable arms. England, early 19th Century Dimension overall 9" ...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Candle Holders

Materials

Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu

Set of 3 High Black Ebonized Carved French Napoleon III Candlesticks 1860s

$1,273Sale Price / set|37% Off

Set of 3 High Black Ebonized Carved French Napoleon III Candlesticks 1860s

Located in Salzburg, AT

Set of 3 large black ebonized French Napoleon III candlesticks. The turned candlesticks have an elegant siluette the slightly higher base of 15cm diameter and 7cm height on 3 small ...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Candlesticks

Materials

Wood

c.1860–1880 French Bronze & Black Marble Candlesticks Pair, Louis XV Style, 13.2

$1,023 / set

c.1860–1880 French Bronze & Black Marble Candlesticks Pair, Louis XV Style, 13.2

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Each piece features a richly cast base with scrolling acanthus motifs and stylized animal paw feet, supporting a slender black marble shaft. The upper section is adorned with detaile...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Candlesticks

Materials

Stone, Bronze

Maxi Luna Black Candleholder and Tray by Applicata

$216 / item

Maxi Luna Black Candleholder and Tray by Applicata

Located in Geneve, CH

Maxi Luna Black Candleholder and Tray by Applicata Dimensions: D 33 x W 33 x H 3.7 cm Materials: Metal, oak. Available in black or brass candleholders. The idea was to design a can...

Category

2010s Swedish Post-Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Heavy Black Copper High Table Model Candlestick

$596

Mid-Century Modern Heavy Black Copper High Table Model Candlestick

Located in Doornspijk, NL

Heavy black copper candlestick for one thick candle. This wonderful mid-century modern item has an openwork brutalist foot consisting of 24 silhouettes of hammered moons stacked on ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Copper

Pair of French Empire Polished Brass and Black-Enameled Cast Iron Candlesticks

$1,200 / set

Pair of French Empire Polished Brass and Black-Enameled Cast Iron Candlesticks

Located in New York, NY

Each with removable nozzle in brass above an acanthus shoulders over a brass column with lotus-leaf capital terminating in an acanthus-form knob, supported on a tripartite base with ...

Category

Antique 1820s French Empire Candelabras

Materials

Brass, Iron

1980s Avant-Garde Black and Green Marble Stone Brass Cones Candlesticks - a Pair

$195 / set

1980s Avant-Garde Black and Green Marble Stone Brass Cones Candlesticks - a Pair

Located in Farmington Hills, MI

We are very pleased to offer a pair of avant-garde candlesticks, circa the 1980s. The foundation of each piece is a robust cone which then transitions into an inverted cone at the t...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Marble, Metal, Brass

Vertigo Trio of Candlesticks, Black Onyx Stone & Silver Alpaca

$1,612 / set

Vertigo Trio of Candlesticks, Black Onyx Stone & Silver Alpaca

By AIREDELSUR

Located in Buenos Aires, AR

Measures: 6,7 x 2.7" 9.4 x 2.7" 11 x 2.7" A composition of onyx with alpaca metal. Inspired by the pure and essential lines of a structure of solid stones, with a vertigo stability...

Category

2010s Argentine Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Stone, Onyx, Metal

Rare Gunnar Ander Candleholder for Ystad Metall in Black Metal

$140Sale Price|20% Off

Rare Gunnar Ander Candleholder for Ystad Metall in Black Metal

By Ystad-Metall, Gunnar Ander

Located in Stockholm, SE

A Gunnar Ander candleholder in black metal for three candles. Manufactured by Ystad Metall.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

Candelabra in Grey/Black Parchment & Bronze-Patina Brass by Patrick Coard Paris

$973 / item

Candelabra in Grey/Black Parchment & Bronze-Patina Brass by Patrick Coard Paris

By Patrick Coard

Located in New York, NY

The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Candelabras

Materials

Brass

Collection of Black and White Painted Italian Candleholders

$1,200 / item

Collection of Black and White Painted Italian Candleholders

Located in Washington, DC

Collection of 12 black and white, original color, painted Italian candleholders. Selling individually. Two sizes available Tall. 48.5 inches high. Base diameter is 9 inches Shor...

Category

Antique 19th Century European More Candle Holders

Materials

Wood, Paint

Two 1970 Mid-Century Modern Black and Clear Lucite and Brass French Candlesticks

$795 / set

Two 1970 Mid-Century Modern Black and Clear Lucite and Brass French Candlesticks

By Dorothy Thorpe

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This striking pair of French 1970s candelabra perfectly captures the opulent, Hollywood Regency-inspired glamour of the era. Each piece features fluid, ribbon-like arms crafted from ...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Candelabras

Materials

Brass

Rockwell Sterling Silver & Black Glass #227B Candlesticks, United States, c.1920

$550 / set

Rockwell Sterling Silver & Black Glass #227B Candlesticks, United States, c.1920

By Rockwell Silver Company

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Rockwell Sterling Silver & Black Glass #227B Candlesticks, United States, c.1920

Category

20th Century American Art Deco Candlesticks

Materials

Sterling Silver

Luna Black Candleholder and Tray by Applicata, Swedish Design

$170 / item

Luna Black Candleholder and Tray by Applicata, Swedish Design

Located in Geneve, CH

Luna Black Candleholder and Tray by Applicata Dimensions: D 27 x W 27 x H 3.7 cm Materials: Metal, oak. Available in black or brass candleholders. Available in the Maxi version. Th...

Category

2010s Swedish Post-Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Metal

Pair of Italian Brevettato Black Marble and Bronze Candelabras

$4,660 / set

Pair of Italian Brevettato Black Marble and Bronze Candelabras

By Brevettato

Located in North Palm Beach, FL

This exquisite pair of Italian Brevettato candelabras blends Baroque and Rococo influences with masterful Italian craftsmanship. Known for its elaborate and intricate motifs, the Bre...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Rococo Candelabras

Materials

Marble, Bronze

ABSOLUTO Decorative Ceramic Candleholder in Black Glaze with Gold Luster Details

$350 / item

ABSOLUTO Decorative Ceramic Candleholder in Black Glaze with Gold Luster Details

By Alejandro Moyano (ANDEAN)

Located in Miami, FL

Decorative slip casted ceramic candleholder finished with a rich black or dark green glaze, highlighted with gold luster details, and ivory wax candles. An exploration of El Absolut...

Category

2010s Ecuadorean Pre-Columbian Candelabras

Materials

Gold

Art Deco Brass Torchères in Black Metal, Dutch Design, 1930s Elegance

$1,318Sale Price / set|20% Off

Art Deco Brass Torchères in Black Metal, Dutch Design, 1930s Elegance

Located in Den Haag, NL

Two very nice elegant Art Deco Church torchères. Black Metal tripod frame, comes with Brass Details. The height measurements are without the candles 90 cm high with the candles 136 cm.

Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Torchères

Materials

Brass

Kerzenständer, Candelabra by Hanni Dietrich, Carved Oak and Welded Black Steel

$3,524

Kerzenständer, Candelabra by Hanni Dietrich, Carved Oak and Welded Black Steel

By Hanni Dietrich

Located in Aramits, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

Kerzenständer - Candelabra Candelabra made from a solid piece of oak with welded black steel arms and plateaus for candles in different heights inserted into the oak, by German art...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Organic Modern Candelabras

Materials

Steel

Rare Vintage Black Iron Midcentury Candlestick by Van Keppel Green

$525

Rare Vintage Black Iron Midcentury Candlestick by Van Keppel Green

Located in Doraville, GA

A black bent iron candlestick designed by Hendrik Van Keppel and Taylor Green of Van Keppel - Green, Beverly Hills, California. The candlestick is black painted iron, designed / manu...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Iron

19th Century Italian Black Lacquered Hand-Painted Wood Torchiere Floor Lamp

$1,900

19th Century Italian Black Lacquered Hand-Painted Wood Torchiere Floor Lamp

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Add a touch of historical elegance to your home with this stunning 19th-century Italian torchiere floor lamp. Masterfully crafted in a graceful columnar design, this exquisite piece ...

Category

Antique 1780s Italian Torchères

Materials

Brass

Constantin Ib and IIIb Candleholders in Black and White Marble and Brass

$909 / item

Constantin Ib and IIIb Candleholders in Black and White Marble and Brass

By Agustina Bottoni

Located in Milan, Lombardy

This is a unique set. A prototipe that will not be produced again. Constantin is a simple but charming candleholder with a geometric shape with circles and rhombus. The body is in M...

Category

2010s Italian Minimalist Candlesticks

Materials

Marble

Antique Pair of 19th Century English Brass Candlesticks with Black Turned Detail

$1,136 / set

Antique Pair of 19th Century English Brass Candlesticks with Black Turned Detail

Located in Lisse, NL

Stylish, elegant and timeless candlesticks. This refined pair of English brass candlesticks dates from the mid-19th century and embodies everything that makes antique lighting so de...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Regency Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

A fine pair of 19th century Italian painted black and gilt carved torchieres

$16,000 / set

A fine pair of 19th century Italian painted black and gilt carved torchieres

Located in Dallas, TX

A large and fine pair of Italian Renaissance carved and black painted torchieres with parcel gilt.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Torchères

Materials

Ebony

20th century brutalist black metal candlesticks circa 1960 french unique design

$1,125 / set

20th century brutalist black metal candlesticks circa 1960 french unique design

Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR

20th cnetury french design Pair of metal candlesticks realised circa 1960 Handmade brutalist deisgn Original condition Height 32 cm Large 14 cm Depth 11 cm

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

Pair of French 19th C. Candleabra Bronze Dore Et Patine, Marble and Black Base

$2,720Sale Price / set|20% Off

Pair of French 19th C. Candleabra Bronze Dore Et Patine, Marble and Black Base

Located in Houston, TX

Pair of French candleabrum with marble and black stone base, having scrolled handles With Bacchus mask joins. Each with seven candle nozzles, the standard with anthemion Design in ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Candelabras

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Pair of Ormolu Bronze Candelabra on Black Marble C.1870

$10,211 / set

19th Century French Pair of Ormolu Bronze Candelabra on Black Marble C.1870

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique 19th century French pair of bronze candelabra each formed as a standing female figure holding a gilt-bronze 7 light candelabrum. The cast bronze figures stood on black marble...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Candelabras

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Set of Two Pottery Vases "Red Black" Objects by Steuler Ceramics Germany, 1970s

$625 / set

Set of Two Pottery Vases "Red Black" Objects by Steuler Ceramics Germany, 1970s

By Steuler

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

Article: Set of two ceramic vase elements Producer: Steuler, Germany Decade: 1970s Description: These original vintage Vase was produced in the 1970s in ...

Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Ceramic

Italian Silver Candle Holder by Sabattini, 1950s

$860

Italian Silver Candle Holder by Sabattini, 1950s

By Lino Sabattini

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful Italian silver candle holder made in 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Candle Stands

Materials

Silver

Tiger Candleholder Sculpture

$2,671 / item

Tiger Candleholder Sculpture

Located in Paris, FR

Sculpture tiger candleholder in hand-painted ceramic, with black candle holder in ceramic.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Leopard Candleholder Sculpture

$2,671 / item

Leopard Candleholder Sculpture

Located in Paris, FR

Sculpture Leopard candleholder In hand-painted ceramic, with black candle holder in ceramic.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Pair Tony Evans Pottery Candleholders Circa 1980s

$950

Pair Tony Evans Pottery Candleholders Circa 1980s

Located in Toledo, OH

These brutalist style ceramic pottery pillar candle holders were designed by Tony Evans. Each candle holder is 24 3/4" tall x 6 3/4" dia. Each of the holders is signed on the bottom.

Category

Late 20th Century Torchères

Materials

Pottery

Vintage Rare Tommaso Barbi Black Ceramic Candle Holder Signed, 1960s, Italy

$899 / set

Vintage Rare Tommaso Barbi Black Ceramic Candle Holder Signed, 1960s, Italy

By Tommaso Barbi

Located in Vis, NL

Vintage Tommaso Barbi black ceramic candleholder. 1970s Made in Italy. This piece is in near excellent condition. no repairs or chips. An amazing and seldom piece.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Candle Stands

Materials

Ceramic

Cast iron tripod candleholder, France, 1960

$511

Cast iron tripod candleholder, France, 1960

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Style : Brutalist Mid-century modern Wabi-sabi Industrial vintage Key features : Black cast iron Sculptural tripod structure Handcrafted Beautiful antique patina France, 1960s Bruta...

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Vintage 1960s French Brutalist Candlesticks

Materials

Iron

Brutalist wrought iron candelabra folk art 50's in style of atelier de marolles

$1,478 / set

Brutalist wrought iron candelabra folk art 50's in style of atelier de marolles

Located in grand Lancy, CH

Pair of candle holders in the style of Ateliers Marolles

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Vintage 1950s French Candelabras

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Wrought Iron

Biomorphic candleholder, solid aluminum, Spain, circa 1970

$977

Biomorphic candleholder, solid aluminum, Spain, circa 1970

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Beautiful biomorphic candle holder designed and produced in Spain, 1970's. Solid aluminum candle holder with a curved organic shape. Superb craftsmanship. Rare design object that wil...

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Vintage 1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Aluminum

Biomorphic candleholder, solid aluminum, Spain, 1970's

$1,250

Biomorphic candleholder, solid aluminum, Spain, 1970's

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Beautiful Biomorphic candle holder designed and produced in Spain, 1970's. Solid aluminum candle holder with a curved organic shape. Superb craftsmanship. Rare design object that wil...

Category

Vintage 1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Aluminum

Biomorphic candleholder, solid aluminum, Spain, Circa 1970's

$932

Biomorphic candleholder, solid aluminum, Spain, Circa 1970's

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Beautiful Biomorphic candle holder designed and produced in Spain, 1970's. Solid aluminum candle holder with a curved organic shape. Superb craftsmanship. Rare design object that wil...

Category

Vintage 1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Aluminum

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Black Candle Holders For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of black candle holders available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, iron and brass, all black candle holders available were constructed with great care. There are 1303 antique and vintage black candle holders for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 199 modern editions to choose from as well. Black candle holders have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of black candle holders to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern black candle holders are of considerable interest. Black candle holders have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Jens Harald Quistgaard, Dansk Designs and Gunnar Ander are consistently popular.

How Much are Black Candle Holders?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $992, while they’re typically $45 on the low end and $64,000 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.

If you’re more inclined to opt for antique or vintage pieces, find a collection that includes everything from simple wood taper candleholders to elaborate candelabras of gilt bronze or cut glass on 1stDibs now.

Questions About Black Candle Holders

What is a hurricane candle holder?
1 Answer
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.
How tall should a candle holder be?
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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.
What is the difference between a candle stick and a candle holder?
1 Answer
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.
What are glass candle holders called?
1 Answer
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.
What are medieval candle holders called?
1 Answer
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.
What are the different types of candle holders?
1 Answer
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.
What are vintage candle holders called?
1 Answer
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.
What are those tall candle holders called?
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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.
What are the candle holders in church called?
1 Answer
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.
What can I use instead of a candle holder?
1 Answer
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.
Do pillar candles need a holder?
1 Answer
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.
What are wall-mounted candle holders called?
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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.
How can you tell if a candle holder is antique brass?
1 Answer
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.
What is an old-fashioned candle holder called?
1 Answer
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.
What is a candle holder with multiple arms called?
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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.
How can you tell if a silver candle holder is real?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
To tell if a silver candle holder is real, find out if a magnet is attracted to it. Solid sterling silver and fine silver aren't magnetic. However, some silver plate candle holders may be. Silver plate is the term for items made of base metal and then finished with a layer of genuine silver. If the magnet sticks to your candle holders, they may be silver plate or constructed out of a different material. If you'd like an expert's assistance with the identification process, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Find a variety of candle holders on 1stDibs.