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.

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Ronan Bouroullec Baton Tall Candle Holder in Steel, Spain, Minimalist

$794

Ronan Bouroullec Baton Tall Candle Holder in Steel, Spain, Minimalist

By Ronan Bouroullec

Located in Barcelona, ES

Candle holder suited for standard Ø 2cm candles

Category

2010s Spanish Minimalist Candle Sconces

Materials

Steel

Pair of Tessellated Horn Candle Holders in the style of Karl Springer

$595 / set

Pair of Tessellated Horn Candle Holders in the style of Karl Springer

By Maitland Smith

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Pair of tessellated horn and mother of pearl candle holders with brass inserts in the style of Karl Springer. Larger is 8" tall, smaller is 6" Holds 3" diameter candles.

Category

Vintage 1980s Philippine Hollywood Regency More Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Pair of Forged Wrought Iron Brutalist Pricket Dual Candle Holders Wall Sconces

$750 / set

Pair of Forged Wrought Iron Brutalist Pricket Dual Candle Holders Wall Sconces

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage pair of hand forged iron wall sconces features brutalist, graphic form, combining Spanish Hacienda Revival influences with Colonial Revival and Arts and Crafts attitude. The ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Candle Sconces

Materials

Wrought Iron

A Pair of Early 18th-century Brass Altar/Mantel Candle holders

$1,000 / set

A Pair of Early 18th-century Brass Altar/Mantel Candle holders

Located in San Francisco, CA

Pair of early 18th century brass Altar / mantel candleholders, circa 1717 Superb pair of candle holder. Hand made from solid brass. The base shows the date 1717. Each large can...

Category

Antique Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Pair of Glass, Brass and metal Leaf Candle Holders, 1960's

$857 / set

Pair of Glass, Brass and metal Leaf Candle Holders, 1960's

Located in Den Haag, NL

Pair of glass, brass and metal leaf candle holders, 1960's.

Category

Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal, Brass

Hand-Crafted Baroque Silver Plate Candle Holders by GAB, 1930s Sweden

$914 / set

Hand-Crafted Baroque Silver Plate Candle Holders by GAB, 1930s Sweden

By GAB, René Lalique, Georg Jensen, Thorvald Bindesbøll, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Set of two new silver Baroque candle sticks richly and delicately decorated with flowers and swirling, curvy ornaments. Standing on square shaped foot on four volute paws. Produced ...

Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Baroque Candlesticks

Materials

Silver Plate

Brass Candle Holder, Tiruppur Totem Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal

$675 / item

Brass Candle Holder, Tiruppur Totem Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal

By Viya by Vikram Goyal

Located in Noida, DL

Brass Candle Holder, Tiruppur Totem Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle holder in brass. Handmade in India. Unfurling ceaselessly, India discovers its eternal muse in the ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Brass Candle Holder, Tiruppur Totem Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal

$720 / item

Brass Candle Holder, Tiruppur Totem Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal

By Viya by Vikram Goyal

Located in Noida, DL

Brass Candle Holder, Tiruppur Totem Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle holder in brass. Handmade in India. Unfurling ceaselessly, India discovers its eternal muse in the ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal Studio-Line -NOS- Pair of Glass Candle Holders

$175

Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal Studio-Line -NOS- Pair of Glass Candle Holders

By Rosenthal, Bjørn Wiinblad

Located in St. Louis, MO

Bjørn Wiinblad for ROSENTHAL Germany studio-line, pair of candle stick holders "Form without a name". Candle holders are made of textured glass, comes with original candles and box. ...

Category

Vintage 1960s German Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Glass

Gamma Portoro marble Flower vase and Candle holder by Frederic Saulou

$914 / item

Gamma Portoro marble Flower vase and Candle holder by Frederic Saulou

By Frederic Saulou

Located in Paris, IDF

For his first collaboration with oOumm, french designer Frédéric Saulou signs «Gamma», a marble candle holder evoking both a spinningssilhoutte ... and a flying saucer. Like a ring ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Candle Lamps

Materials

Marble, Carrara Marble

Set of 4 Burnished Copper Kubus 1 Candle Holders by Lassen

$674 / set

Set of 4 Burnished Copper Kubus 1 Candle Holders by Lassen

Located in Geneve, CH

Set of 4 Burnished copper Kubus 1 candle holders by Lassen Dimensions: D 7 x W 7 x H 7 cm Materials: Metal Also available in different dimensions.

Category

2010s Danish Modern Candelabras

Materials

Metal

1940s Set of Two Danish Just Andersen Circular Pewter Candle Holders

$342 / set

1940s Set of Two Danish Just Andersen Circular Pewter Candle Holders

By Just Andersen

Located in Knebel, DK

Set of two Danish Just Andersen art deco pewter candle holders produced by Just Andersen A/S in the 1930's. The candle holders are in good vintage condition and marked with Just. ...

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Candlesticks

Materials

Metal, Pewter

Large wrought iron candelabra with an abstract design and three candle holders

$3,108

Large wrought iron candelabra with an abstract design and three candle holders

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Vintage decoration - candle holders Brutalist decoration - Candle not included - This piece is probably unique. Measures : 43X36cm H:107cm This wrought iron chandelier features a t...

Category

Late 20th Century Brutalist Candlesticks

Materials

Iron

Pair of 18th Century Italian Painted Wrought Iron Wall Mounted Candle Holders

$1,800 / set

Pair of 18th Century Italian Painted Wrought Iron Wall Mounted Candle Holders

Located in Dallas, TX

More information coming soon… The projection of this pair of wrought iron wall-mounted candle holders is quite impressive, extending over 32 inches from the wall. The sprawling dis...

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Candle Sconces

Materials

Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron

Set of 2 Large and Small Safran Candle Holder by Radar

$365 / set

Set of 2 Large and Small Safran Candle Holder by Radar

Located in Geneve, CH

Set of 2 large and small safran candle holder by Radar Design: Bastien Taillard Materials: Metal. Dimensions: D 20 x W 7 x H 18.5 cm / D 18 x W 7 x H 16 cm. Elegant, timeless, ...

Category

2010s French Modern Candle Lamps

Materials

Metal

Set of 4 Burnished Copper Kubus T Candle Holders by Lassen

$674 / set

Set of 4 Burnished Copper Kubus T Candle Holders by Lassen

Located in Geneve, CH

Set of 4 burnished copper Kubus T candle holders by Lassen Dimensions: D 7 x W 7 x H 7 cm Materials: Metal Also available in different dimensions and colors. Weight: 0.40 Kg ...

Category

2010s Danish Modern Candelabras

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Cast Iron Candle Holder Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland 1960s

$914

Mid-Century Modern Cast Iron Candle Holder Timo Sarpaneva Rosenlew Finland 1960s

By Timo Sarpaneva, Rosenlew and Co. of Finland

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Modern Cast Iron Candle Holder by Timo Sarpaneva for Rosenlew of Finland, 1960s Old original Version from Rosenlew of Finland !

Category

20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Iron

Unique Mid-Century Modern Wall Candle Holder Made Of Slate And oCpper

$434

Unique Mid-Century Modern Wall Candle Holder Made Of Slate And oCpper

Located in Hannover, DE

This lovely wall candle holder was found in the estate of an architect couple who were passionate about collecting art and design. They owned many international works of art. This ca...

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Candle Sconces

Materials

Slate, Copper

Zaha Hadid Design - Double Braid Candle Holder / Limited Edition.200 - Large

$5,052

Zaha Hadid Design - Double Braid Candle Holder / Limited Edition.200 - Large

By Zaha Hadid

Located in LONDON, GB

Zaha Hadid’s knowledge and expertise of working with complex geometric techniques acts as the catalyst of inspiration for the Braid Candelabra. Comprised of four petals that articula...

Category

2010s British Candelabras

Materials

Epoxy Resin

Zaha Hadid Design - Double Braid Candle Holder / Limited Edition.200 - Small

$2,805

Zaha Hadid Design - Double Braid Candle Holder / Limited Edition.200 - Small

By Zaha Hadid

Located in LONDON, GB

Zaha Hadid’s knowledge and expertise of working with complex geometric techniques acts as the catalyst of inspiration for the Braid Candelabra. Comprised of four petals that articula...

Category

2010s British Candelabras

Materials

Epoxy Resin

Wrought iron candle holder in the "Atelier De Marolles" style - France 20th

$1,245

Wrought iron candle holder in the "Atelier De Marolles" style - France 20th

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Wrought iron candle holder in the "Atelier De Marolles" style - France 20th Jean Touret Style - Henri Vion Style - Decorative objects Measures : 59x53cm H:90cm

Category

20th Century French Brutalist Candlesticks

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of 19th Century Italian Poly-Chromed Iron Standing Candle Holders

$4,850 / set

Pair of 19th Century Italian Poly-Chromed Iron Standing Candle Holders

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Finley wrought iron with hints of the original poly-chrome finish. Nicely waxed finish. Too small leaves missing, but barely noticeable. Bottom is 17" x 17".

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Torchères

Materials

Iron

1960s Sculptural - Stackable Candle Holders Stoffi & Nagel for BMF Nagel Germany

$1,175 / set

1960s Sculptural - Stackable Candle Holders Stoffi & Nagel for BMF Nagel Germany

By Nagel & Stoffi, Bmf Nagel

Located in St. Louis, MO

Iconic set of 13 playful stackable or modular designed candlesticks by César Stoffi & Fritz Nagel for BMF Nagel - W. Germany. Very 1960s mid-century modern in design, little sculptur...

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal, Nickel

Gold Elephant Black Candle Box

$308 / item

Gold Elephant Black Candle Box

Located in Paris, FR

Candle box gold elephant black made in porcelain with elephant on the lid. In black finish porcelain in 24-karat gold-plated. Include paraffin wax with single wick. Delivered in ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Candle Lamps

Materials

Gold Plate

Mid-Century Brutalist Metal Wall Sculpture and Candle Holder by Henrik Horst

$1,173

Mid-Century Brutalist Metal Wall Sculpture and Candle Holder by Henrik Horst

By Henrik Horst

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Danish Brutalist Metal Wall Sculpture and Candle Holder by Henrik Horst, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional in...

Category

20th Century Danish More Candle Holders

Materials

Metal

Pair of Antique 1920s Brass Carved Foo Dog Lion Figurine Candle Holders

$750 / set

Pair of Antique 1920s Brass Carved Foo Dog Lion Figurine Candle Holders

Located in Sheffield, MA

The diminutive pair of Foo Dog candlestick holders are perfect for a table top or on a mantle. These Guardian Foo Dogs or Tibetan snow lions in armor are known for their protective...

Category

Early 20th Century Tibetan Candelabras

Materials

Brass

Charles Piguet Pair of Stamped Wrought Iron Candle Holders, circa 1925, France.

$2,514 / set

Charles Piguet Pair of Stamped Wrought Iron Candle Holders, circa 1925, France.

By Charles Piguet

Located in Brussels, BE

Charles Piguet (1887 - 1942) pair of wrought iron candle holders, circa 1925, France. Wrought iron. Original patina. CP monogram for Charles Piguet on each piece. Dimensions: 30 cm...

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Candlesticks

Materials

Wrought Iron

Large Brutalist Mid Century wrought iron floor candelabra candle holder, knot

$548

Large Brutalist Mid Century wrought iron floor candelabra candle holder, knot

Located in BELFORT, FR

Large mid century and brutalist style wrought iron floor candelabra.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Brutalist Candelabras

Materials

Wrought Iron

Rare 19TH Century Deep Etched Bohemian Cranberry Red Crystal Candle Ring Holder

$450Sale Price|40% Off

Rare 19TH Century Deep Etched Bohemian Cranberry Red Crystal Candle Ring Holder

Located in New York, NY

The Following Item we are offering is this Rare DEEP ETCHED CRYSTAL BOHEMIAN CRANBERRY RED CANDLE AND RING HOLDER. This Piece is Beautifully done with Fine Outstanding Sculpted Detai...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Candlesticks

Materials

Crystal

Mid Century Pair of Candle Holders Lacquered Metal and Brass. Italy, 1950s

$3,428 / set

Mid Century Pair of Candle Holders Lacquered Metal and Brass. Italy, 1950s

Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR

Unusual mid century pair of candle holders or candlesticks in black metal , lacquered red and blue metal and brass.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal, Brass

Vintage Chrome and Glass Candle Holder by Ceasar Stoffi & Fritz Nagel, 1960s

$411

Vintage Chrome and Glass Candle Holder by Ceasar Stoffi & Fritz Nagel, 1960s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Vintage Space Age Chrome and Glass Candle Holder by Ceasar Stoffi & Fritz Nagel for BMF, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1970 to 1979 official proof of authenticity such as ...

Category

20th Century German More Candle Holders

Materials

Metal

Pair of Zigzag Candle Holders, Solid Aluminum and Polished Stone, Art3, Spain

$1,571 / set

Pair of Zigzag Candle Holders, Solid Aluminum and Polished Stone, Art3, Spain

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Superb pair of "zigzag" candle holders designed and produced by art3 in spain in the 1970s. Two solid aluminum candle holders set with a polished stone on both sides of their base...

Category

Vintage 1980s Spanish Hollywood Regency Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

Candle Holder attributed by Erik Hoglund & Pierre Forsell for Bo Svensk

$560

Candle Holder attributed by Erik Hoglund & Pierre Forsell for Bo Svensk

By Erik Höglund

Located in Kiel, SH

Decorative forged metal candlestick with embedded glass bodies attributed to Erik Höglund of Sweden. Good condition for its age. Signs of wind wear present.

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candle Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Wrought Iron Tall Floor Candle Holders in Brutalist Giacometti Style

$1,371

Pair of Wrought Iron Tall Floor Candle Holders in Brutalist Giacometti Style

By Alberto and Diego Giacometti

Located in Carimate, Como

Pair of wrought iron tall floor candle holders in brutalist Giacometti style

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Brutalist Candelabras

Materials

Wrought Iron

2 Antique Church Altar 7 Light Adjustable Candelabras Candle Holders Pair

$630Sale Price / set|30% Off

2 Antique Church Altar 7 Light Adjustable Candelabras Candle Holders Pair

Located in Dayton, OH

Late 19th century pair of brass seven light candelabras - church / temple / altar candlesticks - with rotating adjustable / articulating arms. Dimensions: 7.25" x 19.5" x 19" / At W...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Candelabras

Materials

Brass

Ambrosià Crystal Candlestick Set – Hand-Cut Candle Holders for Home Décor

$450 / set

Ambrosià Crystal Candlestick Set – Hand-Cut Candle Holders for Home Décor

Located in Glendale, CA

Ambrosià Hand-Cut Crystal Candlestick is an Art Deco-Inspired Candle Holder in Black, Amber & Clear Crystal.

Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Crystal

Hand-forged metal design tree of life wall sculpture candle holder, 1960s

$1,428

Hand-forged metal design tree of life wall sculpture candle holder, 1960s

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Hand-forged metal design tree of life wall sculpture candle holder, 1960s A beautifully perfectly shaped tree of life made of iron. Artful craftsmanship. We have a matching candle...

Category

Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal, Iron

Vintage set of 3 mid century Stoff Nagel modular candle holders. Germany 1960s

$235 / set

Vintage set of 3 mid century Stoff Nagel modular candle holders. Germany 1960s

Located in Bristol, GB

Set of 3 chrome candle holders designed in the 1960s by Werner Stoff for Hans Nagel These modular candleholders have the signature tripod silhouette. The geometric interlocking syst...

Category

Vintage 1960s German Brutalist Candlesticks

Materials

Chrome

1890 French Antique Napoleon III Signed Baccarat Candelabrum/Candle Holder Large

$3,820Sale Price|20% Off

1890 French Antique Napoleon III Signed Baccarat Candelabrum/Candle Holder Large

By Baccarat

Located in Opa Locka, FL

Grand Scale c1890's French Napoleon III Baccarat Crystal 3 Light Candelabra. Massive piece! Hand painted floral decor with 24K shades. Floral painted bells. Please look closely at pi...

Category

Antique 1890s French Napoleon III Candelabras

Materials

Crystal

Awesome Metal and Copper Ceiling Candle Holder, 1960s Mid-Century Modern

$3,257

Awesome Metal and Copper Ceiling Candle Holder, 1960s Mid-Century Modern

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

The hanging height can be adjusted using the 3 hooks. There are three chain links of 10cm each. The lamp can therefore be shortened by 10cm each. Theoretically, the candlestick coul...

Category

Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal, Copper

Brutalist Danish Mid Century Ceramic Candle Holder by Judi Kunst, Denmark 1970

$210Sale Price|29% Off

Brutalist Danish Mid Century Ceramic Candle Holder by Judi Kunst, Denmark 1970

By Judi Kunst

Located in Hannover, DE

This lantern by Judi Kunst is custom-made in size and design and was a personal gift of honor. This candle holder is exceptionally masterfully shaped in its organic shape and is remi...

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Brutalist Candle Lamps

Materials

Pottery

Benham & Froud English Arts & Crafts copper & brass night light or candle holder

$646

Benham & Froud English Arts & Crafts copper & brass night light or candle holder

By Benham & Froud

Located in London, GB

Benham & Froud. Attributed. An English Arts & Crafts copper & brass night light or candle holder. The main body is made from copper which helps magnify the flame giving a little more...

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Candlesticks

Materials

Copper

Set of Nine Candle Holders by Jens H. Quistgaard for Dansk Designs

$3,368Sale Price / set|24% Off

Set of Nine Candle Holders by Jens H. Quistgaard for Dansk Designs

By Dansk

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Set of nine candle holders by Jens Harald Quistgaard for Dansk Designs, Denmark.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

Just Andersen, '1884-1943', Three Art Deco Candle Holders in Disko Metal

$400 / set

Just Andersen, '1884-1943', Three Art Deco Candle Holders in Disko Metal

Located in København, Copenhagen

Just Andersen, (1884-1943). Three Art Deco candle holders in disko metal. Model number: 1802. In very good condition. Stamped. Measures: 8.5 x 3.5 cm.

Category

Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

Richard Rohac Brass Candelabra Mid-Century Candle Holder, Vienna, Austria, 1950s

$720Sale Price|40% Off

Richard Rohac Brass Candelabra Mid-Century Candle Holder, Vienna, Austria, 1950s

By Richard Rohac

Located in Vienna, AT

A beautiful Austrian modernist three-arm candelabra candleholder / candlestick, made of brass, partly black-finished. Designed by Richard Rohac, manufactured by Atelier Rohac in the...

Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass

1980s Rita Duvall Postmodern Polka Dots Geometric Taper Candle Holders – a Pair

$335 / set

1980s Rita Duvall Postmodern Polka Dots Geometric Taper Candle Holders – a Pair

Located in Farmington Hills, MI

We are very pleased to offer a pair of eye-catching candle holders by Rita Duvall, circa the 1980s, her work showcases her talent for combining form, color, and function in a unique ...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Hand Wrought Modernist Candle Stick Holders Marked J. Swoboda Austria

$650 / set

Pair of Hand Wrought Modernist Candle Stick Holders Marked J. Swoboda Austria

Located in Ferndale, MI

Pair of asymmetrical table top wrought steel candle holders. Hand wrought sculptural steel bases support steel cups for candles. Ball feet cap each end. Both retain original water de...

Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Wrought Iron

Vintage Brass Toned Double-Arm Candle Holder on Possibly Marble and Onyx Base

$345

Vintage Brass Toned Double-Arm Candle Holder on Possibly Marble and Onyx Base

Located in Seattle, WA

A vintage brass toned two-arm candle holder mounted on a tiered stone base. The design features a U-shaped brass toned arm with dual candle sockets, joined at the center with a polis...

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Marble, Brass

Set of Three Brutalist Blackened Copper Candle Holders by Thomas Roy Markusen

$1,800 / set

Set of Three Brutalist Blackened Copper Candle Holders by Thomas Roy Markusen

By Thomas Roy Markusen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Trio of Brutalist-style graduated candleholders by famed metalsmith, Thomas Roy Markusen, who was previously commissioned to create a pair of candle-holders for the White House colle...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Candlesticks

Materials

Copper, Nickel

Lyra Portoro marble Flower vase and Candle holder by Dan Yeffet

$914 / item

Lyra Portoro marble Flower vase and Candle holder by Dan Yeffet

By Dan Yeffet

Located in Paris, IDF

Lyra is a torchbearer, a flaming metaphor, an anthem to the material. A marble piece cut in the mass which reveals a varying figure, sometimes oblong, massive, rounded, full or hollo...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Candle Lamps

Materials

Marble, Carrara Marble

Lyra Marquina Marble Flower Vase and Candle Holder by Dan Yeffet

$914 / item

Lyra Marquina Marble Flower Vase and Candle Holder by Dan Yeffet

By Dan Yeffet

Located in Paris, IDF

Lyra is a torchbearer, a flaming metaphor, an anthem to the material. A marble piece cut in the mass which reveals a varying figure, sometimes oblong, massive, rounded, full or holl...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Candle Lamps

Materials

Marble, Carrara Marble

Sculptural Candelabra Candle Holder by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk JHQ Cast Iron

$594Sale Price|20% Off

Sculptural Candelabra Candle Holder by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk JHQ Cast Iron

By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

Bring a touch of mid-century modern elegance to your home with this iconic Jens Quistgaard candelabra, designed in the 1960s. Crafted from cast iron and brass, this sculptural piec...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass, Iron

Brass Candle Holder, Hundred Petal Rose Bronze in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal

$825 / item

Brass Candle Holder, Hundred Petal Rose Bronze in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal

By Viya by Vikram Goyal

Located in Noida, DL

Brass Candle Holder, Hundred Petal Rose Bronze in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle holder in brass. Handmade in India. Cascading, like the lithe petals of the hundred-leaf rose,...

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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

A Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern 1970s Silver Plated "Anchor" Candle Holders

$275

A Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern 1970s Silver Plated "Anchor" Candle Holders

Located in San Diego, CA

A Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern 1970s Silver Plated "Anchor" Candle Holders. Nice boat anchor nautical silver-plated candle holders, circa 1970s. This pair has a capacity for 12...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Silver Plate

21 Century Contemporary Marble Candle Holder Handmade in Italy by Ilaria Bianchi

$651

21 Century Contemporary Marble Candle Holder Handmade in Italy by Ilaria Bianchi

By Ilaria Bianchi

Located in Milan, IT

21 Century Contemporary Black Marble Rovinette Candleholder Handmade in Italy by Ilaria Bianchi. Hand-turned candleholder in black Marquina marble produced by Italian artisans. T...

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2010s Italian Candlesticks

Materials

Carrara Marble

Pair of Gothic Revival heavy brass candelabras with 5 graduating candle holders.

$606 / set

Pair of Gothic Revival heavy brass candelabras with 5 graduating candle holders.

Located in London, GB

A pair of large Gothic Revival heavy brass table candelabras each with a row of five graduating candle sconces on a flat base with hexagonal feet.

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Antique 1870s English Gothic Revival Candelabras

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Danish Metal Candle Holder Gunnar Cyren Dansk Designs Denmark

$571

Mid-Century Modern Danish Metal Candle Holder Gunnar Cyren Dansk Designs Denmark

By Royal Copenhagen

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Modern Danish Metal Candleholder by Gunnar Cyren for Dansk Designs Denmark, 1960s

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Danish Modern Candle Holder, Wire Sitting African Ethnic Vibe, 1970s

$136

Mid-Century Danish Modern Candle Holder, Wire Sitting African Ethnic Vibe, 1970s

By Laurids Lonborg

Located in Andernach, DE

Great design - a classic: African figure made of a sturdy blackened metal wire with natural wicker weave. Danish design, attributed to Laurids Lonborg, Denmark. It features the typic...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Chocolate Brown Metal Candle Holders, Italian Minimal Design, in stock

$234 / set

Art Deco Chocolate Brown Metal Candle Holders, Italian Minimal Design, in stock

By CASPAL, FEDERICA PAOLI

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Handcrafted in Italy, available in stock, this set of 2 candlesticks features a sculptural minimalist design with a rich, matte chocolate finish. Made from hand-painted aluminum, ea...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Candlesticks

Materials

Aluminum, Metal

Black Aurora Vigil Medium Candle Lamp

$1,006 / item

Black Aurora Vigil Medium Candle Lamp

By Torres + Hanhausen

Located in San Andreas Atoto, MX

Inspired by the mysterious and fuzzy colors experienced as dawn comes to pass, this collection of candle lamps combines four different smokey tones that create subtle and atmospheric...

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2010s Mexican Candle Lamps

Materials

Stone

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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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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.