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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
Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Marble, Metal, Brass

Tessellated Stone and Brass Candlesticks
By Maitland Smith
Located in Denton, TX
Vintage set of three candlesticks in the style of Maitland Smith. A combination of brass and stone
Category

20th Century Philippine Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Stone, Brass

Karl Springer Style Brass and Lucite Candlesticks
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Springer in the 1980s. Note: The brass has been professionally polished and lacquered (no tarnishing).
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

1980s Brass and Lucite Candle Holders
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Large pair of 1980s Mid-Century Modern brass and lucite cnadle holders, lightly hand polished with
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

1980s Brass and Lucite Candle Holders
1980s Brass and Lucite Candle Holders
H 12 in W 6.5 in D 6.5 in
Norwegian Wood Black Golden Painted Candlesticks, 1980s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Set of vintage Norwegian wooden candle sticks with black and gold paint in intricate organic patterns. Beautiful vintage condition. Norway, 1970s.
Category

20th Century Norwegian Folk Art Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Pair of Georgian Style Candlesticks in Brass and Chrome
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish and chic pair of Georgian style candlesticks date to the 1980s and were fabricated in
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Georgian Candlesticks

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Vintage Memphis Style Brass Candlestick holder
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Step into the whimsical world of the 1980s with this Vintage Memphis Style Brass Candlestick Holder
Category

20th Century Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Lucite and Brass Candlestick Prickets Attributed to Dolbi and Cashier
By Dolbi Cashier
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A pretty graduated set of Candlesticks or Prickets by Dolby Cashier from the 1980's. This was a
Category

Vintage 1980s American Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Pair of Brass Candlesticks, France, 1980
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Very nice pair of brass candlesticks designed and produced in France in the 1980s. Unique objects
Category

Vintage 1980s French Hollywood Regency Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Pair of Brass Candlesticks, France, 1980
Pair of Brass Candlesticks, France, 1980
H 11.82 in W 8.67 in D 3.55 in
Set of Three Polished Brass and Lucite Candlesticks
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish three-piece set of Lucite and brass candle sticks have recently been professionally
Category

Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

1980s Robert Marcius for Casa Bisque Tessellated Candlesticks, Set of 3
By Casa Bique
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
Bisque, circa the 1980s. This sculptural set showcases a grey tessellated stone with inlaid brass accents
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Organic Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Marble

Pair of Brutalist Aluminium and Brass Candlesticks by David Marshall
By David Marshall
Located in London, GB
Pair of brutalist aluminium and brass candlesticks by David Marshall (c. 1980s). These brutalist
Category

Vintage 1980s Spanish Candlesticks

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Set of Three Gold Leaf Brass and Chrome Candlesticks by Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A glamorous set of three gold leaf brass and chrome candlesticks design by renowned American
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Karl Springer Set of 4 Candleholders in Gunmetal and Brass, 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Set of 4 candle holders in polished gunmetal with brass accents by Karl Springer, American 1980s
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of Brass and Polished Steel Candlesticks Attributed to Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish and chic pair of candlesticks are fabricated in brass and steel, and they are
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass, Steel

Karl Springer Pair of Candle Holders in Brass with Chrome Accents, 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Pair of candle holders in brass with chrome accents by Karl Springer, American 1980's. These iconic
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Two Lucite Candlesticks
By Karl Springer
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of interesting Lucite candlesticks, heavy and very well made with nickeled brass elements.
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Candlesticks

Two Lucite Candlesticks
Two Lucite Candlesticks
H 20.5 in Dm 3.5 in
Karl Springer Set of 3 Candle Holders in Brass with Chrome Accents 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Set of 3 candle holders in polished brass with chrome accents by Karl Springer, American 1980's
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Sigurd Persson, set of 7 brass Romb candle holders, 1980s
By Sigurd Persson
Located in Uppsala, SE
Set of seven Romb candle holders designed by Sigurd Persson for his own company. This design was created by Sigurd in 1985 but has a clear mid-century modernist vibe that was very po...
Category

Vintage 1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Sigurd Persson, set of 3 brass Romb candle holders, 1980s
By Sigurd Persson
Located in Uppsala, SE
Set of three Romb candle holders designed by Sigurd Persson for his own company. This design was created by Sigurd in 1985 but has a clear mid-century modernist vibe that was very po...
Category

Vintage 1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Sigurd Persson, set of 3 brass Romb candle holders, 1980s
Sigurd Persson, set of 3 brass Romb candle holders, 1980s
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H 1.97 in W 4.34 in D 4.34 in
Group of Cubic Solid Brass Candlesticks by Gusum Metallslöjden, Sweden
By Metallslojden Gusum
Located in Stockholm, SE
during the 1980s. Each candlestick is stamped and engraved with a date. Made from solid polished brass in
Category

Vintage 1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Swedish Brass and Glass Candleholder from Gusum, 1980s
By Metallslojden Gusum
Located in Örebro, SE
Swedish candleholder in brass and glass from Metallslöjden Gusum, 1987. Brass patina. Signed
Category

Vintage 1980s Swedish Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Villeroy & Boch Brass Candle Sticks Germany 1980s Set of 3
By Villeroy & Boch
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice set off Brass candle sticks. Three pieces. Three sizes. good quality. Made for Villeroy
Category

Vintage 1980s German Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Pair of Gunmetal & Brass Candleholders by Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980’s Large Pair of polis gunmetal and brass candleholders by Karl Springer. In beautiful vintage
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal, Brass

Maritime, Nautical Adjustable Candlesticks by Peter Seidelin Jessen, Delite
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Peter Seidelin Jessen for his own company Delite during the 1980s or 90s. They are made from mirror
Category

Vintage 1980s Danish Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Pair of Gunmetal and Brass Candle Holders by Karl Springer
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980’s Large pair of polis gunmetal and brass with acrylic protectors candleholders by Karl
Category

Vintage 1980s Candlesticks

Materials

Metal, Brass

Brass Vase by Pierre Forssell for Skultuna, Sweden
By Pierre Forssell, Skultuna
Located in Stockholm, SE
Tall brass vase by Pierre Forssell, with a cool frill of spheres around the rim.
Category

Vintage 1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Enrique Garcel Tessellated Bone Shell Lacquer Brown Brass Candleholders
By Enrique Garcel
Located in New York, NY
Enrique Garcel tesselated bone shell lacquer brown brass candleholders, 1970 1980. Four
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Vintage 1980s North American Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Lodge Style Antler Candleholder with Handforged Brass Base, circa 1880
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A decorative candleholder which is made of deer antlers mounted on a brass base. A roe deer trophy
Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Rustic Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Karl Springer Style Pair Tessellated Marble, Brass and Cane Candleholders 1970s
By Karl Springer
Located in Miami, FL
Springer. They are in a 1980s pink with brass ball supports and an undulating cane design affixed. Each can
Category

Vintage 1970s Organic Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Marble

J.L. Lobmeyr „Lights of Vienna“ Pair Candleholders, Faceted Swarovski Crystals
By J. & L. Lobmeyr Company, J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Vienna, AT
Delightful pair of petite Mid-Century modernist candle holders / candlesticks, designed in 1963 by
Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Crystal, Brass, Nickel

Rare Pair of Karl Springer Vintage Travertine & Rattan Candle Holder's
By Karl Springer
Located in Bellport, NY
. This set is meticulously made in beautiful materials for Karl Springer circa 1980's.
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Danish Modern 24 Carat Gold Plated Tealight Candleholders by Hugo Asmussen
By Hugo Asmussen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
brass. Designed by Hugo Asmussen in Denmark during the 1970s and made by his own company Asmussen Danish
Category

Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

Tapio Wirkkala Set of Candle Holders In Silver, Kultakeskus Oy
By Tapio Wirkkala, Kultakeskus Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
1980s. All pieces are authentic and come with a plethera of stamps and markings, confirming the year of
Category

Vintage 1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Silver

Tapio Wirkkala Pair of Candle Holders In Silver, Kultakeskus Oy
By Kultakeskus Oy, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Helsinki, FI
1980s. Both pieces are authentic and come with a plethera of stamps and markings, confirming the year of
Category

Vintage 1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Silver

Danish Modern 24 Carat Gold Plated Chimney Candleholders
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A set of 3 danish modern chimney shaped candleholders. Made from 24 carat gold plated brass. they
Category

Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Gold Plate

Springer Style Mid-Century Modern Gunmetal & Brass Designer Modern Candlesticks
By Karl Springer
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair, Karl Springer style gunmetal and brass candlesticks. Several identical pairs of
Category

20th Century More Dining and Entertaining

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of onyx and brass candlesticks, Italy, 1980
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Very beautiful pair of onyx and brass candlesticks designed and produced in Italy in the 1980s
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Hollywood Regency Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

Pair of Silver Plate & Brass Candlesticks by Ettore Sottsass for Swid Powell
By Swid Powell, Memphis Group, Ettore Sottsass
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A thoroughly modern pair of candlesticks, designed by Ettore Sottsass for Swid Powell, in the
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Memphis Group Candle Holders

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

Vintage Postmodern Benazir Style Candlesticks - a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Incredible pair of candle holders. Shorter one measures 9.25”H
Category

Vintage 1980s Taiwanese Post-Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass

Pair of Vintage Dolphin Koi Fish Base Tall Candlestick Lamps by Chapman & Co.
By Chapman Son & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Vintage Hollywood Regency Style Dolphin Koi Fish Base Table Lamps, Solid Brass, Nickle
Category

Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Pair of Custom Moroccan Brass Lamps
Located in Palm Springs, CA
candlesticks and modified them to produce an elegant pair of brass lamps. Lamps measure 46.5" high from the
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Custom Moroccan Brass Lamps
Located in Palm Springs, CA
candlesticks and modified them to produce an elegant pair of brass lamps. Lamps measure 35" tall to the bottom
Category

Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Custom Moroccan Brass Lamps
Pair of Custom Moroccan Brass Lamps
H 35 in W 7.5 in D 7.5 in
Pair of Brass and Gunmetal Table Lamps by Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A rare pair of gunmetal and brass table lamps design by Karl Pringer in the 1980s. It’s rare to
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pair of Patinaed Brass Vases by Pierre Forssell for Skultuna
By Pierre Forssell, Skultuna, Pierre Forsell
Located in Valby, 84
art in brass, such as crosses and candlesticks, for several church rooms.
Category

Vintage 1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Brass

Vintage Maitland-Smith Double Arm Brass and Bronze Floor Lamp with Foiled Shade
By Maitland Smith
Located in Morristown, NJ
terminates with a brass detail issuing an espaliered flowering tree and two candlestick arms. The gold tooled
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Vintage 1980s Philippine Art Nouveau Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Metal

Vintage Italian Crystal lamps Girandoles Gold Gilded Bronze Table Lamps Pair
By Chapman Manufacturing Company, Banci, Henredon, Saint Louis, Baccarat
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
a decorative candlestick or light fixture with multiple light points and richly decorated with
Category

20th Century Italian Baroque Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Bronze

1980s Brass and Faux Malachite Candlesticks, Set of 5
Located in Richmond, VA
Listed is a fabulous, set of five, 1980s brass and faux malachite candlesticks. Brass base and
Category

20th Century Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Set of 3 Graduating Size Chrome w Brass Lino Sabattini Style Candlestick Holders
By Lino Sabattini
Located in Houston, TX
Offered is a Mid-Century Modern Italian set of three graduating size chrome and brass candlestick
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Pair of Architectural Candlesticks by Ettore Sottsass for Swid Powell, La Porte
By Ettore Sottsass
Located in Southampton, NY
Polish silver plate and brass. Made in Italy by Ettore Sottsass for Swid Powell.
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Candlesticks

Materials

Brass, Silver Plate

1980s Hollywood Regency Brushed Brass Candlestick Lamps, Pair
Located in Richmond, VA
Listed is a fabulous, pair of oversized Hollywood Regency, 1980s brushed brass candlestick lamps
Category

20th Century Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Six Brass and Lucite Candlesticks
Located in Canaan, CT
A stunning cluster of Lucite and brass candlesticks in various heights. They can be split up or
Category

20th Century American Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Italian Brass Eight-Arm Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Sculptural midcentury Italian brass eight-arm chandelier, circa 1970s-1980s. This striking
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Metal

Vintage Sarreid Table Lamps Pair Elegant Polished Brass, Mid-Century Modern 1980
By Sarreid Ltd.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Sarreid Ltd. Mid-Century Modern, circa 1980s elegant tall polished candlestick brass lamps
Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1980s Virginia Metalcrafters Silver Plated Brass Napkin Rings, Set of Four
Located in Richmond, VA
Offered is a truly immaculate, set of four 1980s Virginia Metalcrafters silver plated brass napkin
Category

20th Century American Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Brass, Silver Plate

1980's Ball Based Brass Candlesticks Attributed to Chapman Set of 3
Located in Pasadena, CA
Tall and graceful this set of 3 - 1980's Ball Based Brass Candlesticks attributed to Chapman are
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Late 20th Century Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Pair of Bjorn Wiinblad Brass and Glass Candlesticks, circa 1980s
By Bjørn Wiinblad
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Bjorn Wiinblad polished brass and glass spool candlesticks with crown form candleholders
Category

Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Postmodern Group of Solid Brass Candlesticks by Gusum, Sweden 1980s
By Metallslojden Gusum
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of eight solid polished brass candleholders produced by Gusum Metallslöjden in Sweden during
Category

Vintage 1980s Swedish Post-Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Pair of Brutalist Style Aluminium and Brass Candlesticks by David Marshall 1980s
By David Marshall
Located in London, GB
Pair of brutalist aluminium and brass candlesticks by David Marshall, circa 1980s. These brutalist
Category

Vintage 1980s Spanish Brutalist Candlesticks

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

1980s French Pierre Casenove for Fondica Gilded Gold Candlestick
Located in Aspen, CO
1980s French Pierre Casenove for Fondica gilded gold candlestick (1).
Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

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Brass Candlesticks 1980s For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of brass candlesticks 1980s available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct brass candlesticks 1980s — often made from brass, metal and plastic — can elevate any home. Brass candlesticks 1980s have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern brass candlesticks 1980s are consistently popular styles. Brass candlesticks 1980s have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Karl Springer, Ettore Sottsass and Swid Powell are consistently popular.

How Much are Brass Candlesticks 1980s?

Prices for brass candlesticks 1980s can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, brass candlesticks 1980s begin at $50 and can go as high as $12,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,143.

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 Brass Candlesticks 1980s
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To refurbish brass candlesticks, start by removing any wax. Then, combine one tablespoon of salt with a half cup of white vinegar and mix in white flour to create a paste. Use a soft cloth to cover the entire candlestick with the substance. Let it rest for 10 minutes before rinsing with warm water and drying with a soft cloth. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique and vintage brass candlesticks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To shine brass candlesticks, first determine whether they’re lacquered or brass-plated. If so, shine them with a soft cloth. If not, use a high quality brass polish according to directions — wash the brass in warm water with a drop of mild dish soap. You'll find a variety of solid brass candlesticks from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    Bold, head-turning looks were in fashion during the 1980s. It was the decade of bright electric neon colors as well as suits, jackets, tops and dresses with shoulder pads. The aerobics and fitness craze of the ’80s spilled over into fashion, with people sporting leg warmers, headbands and leggings as everyday apparel. Punk culture also influenced style, with leather jackets, fishnet stockings and chunky metal jewelry being favored by some. Denim looks of the time were often baggy and flaunted acid washes. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage apparel and accessories from the 1980s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Yes, plaid was popular in the 1980s. Interestingly, it was a signature feature of two very different styles that trended during the decade. Plaid appeared on pleated skirts and blazers, common among the preppy set. In addition, many in the punk subculture sported plaid pants and dresses. Find a wide variety of 1980s apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    One way to check if your brass candlesticks are from the 18th century is to look for the two seams running lengthwise on either side. This is from when the candlestick was molded in two halves and then soldered together. You’ll find a variety of candlesticks of all shapes and sizes from some of the top sellers on 1stDibs.

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