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Danese Milano Pisa Candle Holder in Wood by Ron Gilad
By Ron Gilad, Danese Milano
Located in Hicksville, NY
, surfaces vs. edges, movement vs. inertia. The candle is precariously balanced on either a wood or marble
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern More Candle Holders

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Wood

Danese Milano Torcello Candle Holder in Wood by Ron Gilad
By Ron Gilad, Danese Milano
Located in Hicksville, NY
, surfaces vs. edges, movement vs. inertia. The candle is precariously balanced on either a wood or marble
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Wood

Danese Milano Venezia Legno Candle Holder in Wood by Ron Gilad
By Ron Gilad, Danese Milano
Located in Hicksville, NY
, surfaces vs. edges, movement vs. inertia. The candle is precariously balanced on either a wood or marble
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Wood

Wood Candle Holder, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Wood candle holder, circa 1960. By Unknown manufacturer. Spain. In original condition, with
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Rustic More Candle Holders

Materials

Wood

Wood Candle Holder, circa 1960
Wood Candle Holder, circa 1960
No Reserve
H 7.88 in W 3.55 in D 2.96 in
Wood Candle Holder, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Wood candle holder, circa 1960 By Unknown manufacturer. Spain. In original condition, with minor
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Rustic More Candle Holders

Materials

Wood

Wood Candle Holder, circa 1960
Wood Candle Holder, circa 1960
No Reserve
H 5.91 in W 4.73 in D 4.53 in
Gillt Wood Candle Holder or Candlestick France, 1950
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This candle holder or Candlestick is in Wood with a gold color. It is heavy, and in a very good
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Vintage 1950s French Candlesticks

Materials

Wood

Link Candle Holder
By Michael Dreeben
Located in Chicago, IL
The Link Candle Holder is a modular system that can be expanded to any size, available in cast
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21st Century and Contemporary Torchères

Materials

Brass

Link Candle Holder
Link Candle Holder
H 5 in W 10 in D 10 in
Large Brutalist Candle Holder in Solid Oak
Located in Tilburg, NL
Brutalist candle holder in solid oak, mid-20th century. Very graphical and sizable candle holder
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Wood, Oak

Large Brutalist Candle Holder in Solid Oak
Large Brutalist Candle Holder in Solid Oak
H 13.78 in W 7.49 in D 7.49 in
Swedish wood Christmas candle holder w. woman and horse 1960s
Located in Frederiksberg C, DK
Understated, yet significant Christmas candle holder from Sweden in the 1950s/1960s. On a wood base
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Candlesticks

Materials

Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Antique Candle Holder
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful hand carved antique candle holder. Full dimensions; 18.5″ high x 4″ diameter top x 5.5
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Vintage 1950s Primitive Candlesticks

Materials

Reclaimed Wood, Teak, Wood

Mexican Mid Century 5 Candle Holder Katalox Wood Bird
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1960, we offer this Mexican mid century 5 candle holder made in Katalox (tropical wood). This
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Antique 1860s North American Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Teak

Andrianna Shamaris Antique Candle Holder
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful hand carved antique candle holder. This can also be used as a place holder for keys. Full
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Antique Early 1900s Primitive Candlesticks

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Pair of Solid Olive Wood Hand Carved African Candle Holders
By Dansk
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful pair of solid olive tree wood, with walnut stain candle holders made in Africa, circa
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20th Century Eritrean Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Wood, Olive

Tapio Wirkkala Candle Holders
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Collonge-Bellerive, GE
. These candle holders designed by Tapio Wirkkala likely feature his distinctive style that often drew
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Vintage 1970s Candlesticks

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Tapio Wirkkala Candle Holders
Tapio Wirkkala Candle Holders
H 8.98 in W 5.04 in D 5.52 in
Burned Wood and Brass Sculptural Candle Holder by Desia Ava
By Desia Ava
Located in София, BG
candles are reflected from each side of the object but from certain points of view they appear as multiple
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2010s Bulgarian Candelabras

Materials

Brass

Lucille Wood and Firewallglass Candle Holder Minimal Style by Giordano Vigano
By Giordano Viganò
Located in Novedrate, IT
Inspired by old lanterns, Lucille is a collection of candle holders with a simple and minimal style
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2010s Italian Minimalist More Candle Holders

Materials

Glass, Wood

Lucille Wood and Firewallglass Candle Holder Minimal Style by Giordano Vigano
By Giordano Viganò
Located in Novedrate, IT
Inspired by old lanterns, Lucille is a collection of candle holders with a simple and minimal style
Category

2010s Italian Minimalist More Candle Holders

Materials

Wood, Glass

Mid-Century Wood-Turned Candle Stick Holders in Oregon Myrtlewood, USA, c. 1970s
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a set of Mid-Century Modern hand-turned candlestick holders carved from what is often
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Biomorphic Candle Holder in the Style of Don Shoemaker
By Don S. Shoemaker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand carved burl wood candelabra. The freeform candle holder features placement for three candle
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Wood, Burl

Holey Tower, Sculptured Candle Holder from Reclaimed Burned Wood and Limestone
By Gobi Design, Gabor Gobi
Located in Budapest, HU
Collectible design, sculptured candle holder, unique object is made from repurposed beam wood and
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2010s Hungarian Organic Modern Candle Sconces

Materials

Limestone, Stone

Cumulus, Sculptured Candle Holder from Reclaimed Burned Wood and White Marble
By Gobi Design, Gabor Gobi
Located in Budapest, HU
This artfully sculpted candle holder is a testament to innovative reuse, handcrafted from
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2010s Hungarian Organic Modern Candle Sconces

Materials

Marble

Pair of Solid Hardwood Candle Holders
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice pair of solid sardwood candle holders, circa 1980s. Great weight and look on this pair! The
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Late 20th Century American Candlesticks

Materials

Wood

Pair of Solid Hardwood Candle Holders
Pair of Solid Hardwood Candle Holders
H 13.77 in W 5.25 in D 5.25 in
Fuoco Candle Holder in Bronze by Roberto Sironi
By Roberto Sironi
Located in Pireaus-Athens, Greece
, Roberto has transformed them in objects of experimentation: the fragility of burnt wood becomes solid and
Category

2010s Italian More Candle Holders

Materials

Bronze

Lucille Wood, Leather and Glass Candle Holder Minimal Style by Giordano Vigano
By Giordano Viganò
Located in Novedrate, IT
Inspired by old lanterns, Lucille is a collection of candle holders with a simple and minimal style
Category

2010s Italian Minimalist More Candle Holders

Materials

Glass, Wood, Leather

Vintage Brass & Wood Taper Candle Holder Handheld Sconce Lantern India 13"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage wall hanging candle holder crafted to resemble an antique brass grain scoop with turned
Category

Late 20th Century Rustic Candle Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair of wooden and metal candle holders
Located in PARIS, FR
Pair of Italian-style 1970s candle holders with three lights. The structure is made of dark wood
Category

Mid-20th Century Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

Pair of wooden and metal candle holders
Pair of wooden and metal candle holders
H 9.65 in W 7.88 in D 3.94 in
21st Century Ash Wood Candle and Incense Holder by Devo Design
Located in London, GB
Candle & Incense holder premium quality ash wood three sizes 4 functions Our brief was to
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Ash

Large Pair of Brass and Blackened Wood Church Altar Candlesticks Candle Holders
Located in Lisse, NL
looking for a rare and impressive pair of antique candle holders then this sizable and majestic pair could
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Candlesticks

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Large Antler Candle Holder ca. 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Large Antler Candle Holder ca. 1900 An antique large antler candle holder made from real deer and
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Early 20th Century German Rustic Candlesticks

Materials

Antler, Horn

Large Antler Candle Holder ca. 1900
Large Antler Candle Holder ca. 1900
H 15.75 in W 19.3 in D 9.85 in
3 Large Nesting Pillar Candle Holders Handmade Mother of Pearl Turned Wood 1970
By Maitland Smith
Located in Miami, FL
glued over turned wooden Candlesticks. These solid wood candle holders are made of high-quality wood
Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Hollywood Regency Candlesticks

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Hanging Pine Chandelier Candlestick Holder with 4 Glass Candle Holders
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century pine hanging candelabra with blown glass candle or votive holders by Harlyk Denmark
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Candle Lamps

Materials

Rope, Glass, Pine

19th Century Baroque Style Candle holder Stand
Located in Delft, NL
lacquered surface candle holder stand with pawn feet. Wear consistent with age and use, see details in the
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Antique 19th Century Italian Baroque Candlesticks

Materials

Wood

Bunker Candle Holder by Arno Declercq
By Arno Declercq
Located in Geneve, CH
Bunker candle holder by Arno Declercq Materials: Burned and waxed Oak. Dimensions: W 32 x D 32 x H
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2010s Belgian Post-Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Oak

Bunker Candle Holder by Arno Declercq
Bunker Candle Holder by Arno Declercq
H 19.69 in W 12.6 in D 12.6 in
Candle Holder Yellow Marble Spain Two Candles Design Mother’s Day Gift Spain
By Meddel, Joaquín Moll
Located in VALVERDE DEL MAJANO, CL
Candle Holder Yellow Marble Spain Two Candles Design Mother’s Day Gift Spain. Contemporary design
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Candle Lamps

Materials

Marble

Arno Declercq - Bunker Candle Holder in Burned and Waxed Oak
By Arno Declercq
Located in Vancouver, CA
wood from weathering and a beautiful patina emerges. The Bunker Candle holder by Arno Declercq is
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Oak

Tapio Wirkkala Set of Candle Holders In Silver, Kultakeskus Oy
By Tapio Wirkkala, Kultakeskus Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A set of candle holders designed by Tapio Wirkkala, and manufactured by Kultakeskus Oy back in the
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Vintage 1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Silver

Tapio Wirkkala Pair of Candle Holders In Silver, Kultakeskus Oy
By Tapio Wirkkala, Kultakeskus Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A pair of candle holders designed by Tapio Wirkkala, and manufactured by Kultakeskus Oy back in
Category

Vintage 1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Silver

1960s Dansk Candle Holder A. F. Rasmussen Denmark
By Dansk, A. F. Rasmussen
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Dansk Hand Painted Wood Candle Holder by A. F. Rasmussen Denmark 1960s Wood painted Orange original
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

Pair of French 17th Century Angel Candle Holders in Carved Elmwood
Located in Dallas, TX
slit at mid-thigh. Each angel is holding a turned candle holder that has a large wrought iron pricket
Category

Antique 17th Century French Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

Ash Candle Holder by Evelina Kudabaite Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Ash candle holder by Evelina Kudabaite Studio Handmade Materials: ash, brass Dimensions: H 55 mm
Category

2010s Lithuanian Post-Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Pine Candle Holder by Evelina Kudabaite Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Pine candle holder by Evelina Kudabaite Studio Handmade Materials: pine, brass Dimensions: H 55
Category

2010s Lithuanian Post-Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Oak Candle Holder by Evelina Kudabaite Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Oak candle holder by Evelina Kudabaite Studio Handmade Materials: oak, brass Dimensions: H 55 mm
Category

2010s Lithuanian Post-Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Thassos White Marble Candle Holder Modern Design Mother’s Day Gift Made in Spain
By Meddel
Located in VALVERDE DEL MAJANO, CL
Thassos White Marble Candle Holder Modern Design Mother’s Day Gift Made in Spain. This candle
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Candle Lamps

Materials

Marble

Pair of Wooden Saucer Tray Candle Holders by Dansk
By Dansk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of two wooden candle holders by Dansk. Saucer tray in wood and candle cap in bronze. Not
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

1960s Dansk Teak Candle Holders by Jens Quistgaard
By Jens Quistgaard
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Modern Dansk Candle Holder Set Teak Wood designed by Jens Quistgaard Made in Thailand Stamped
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Vintage 1960s Thai Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Teak

Danese Milano Venezia Marmo Candle Holder in Marble by Ron Gilad
By Ron Gilad, Danese Milano
Located in Hicksville, NY
, surfaces vs. edges, movement vs. inertia. The candle is precariously balanced on either a wood or marble
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Marble

A Pair Lovely Antique Candle Holders with Chamois Horns
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A Pair Lovely Antique Candle Holders with Chamois Horns A lovely pair of rustic candle holders
Category

Early 20th Century German Rustic Candlesticks

Materials

Antler, Wood

Sculptural Solid Oak Wooden Candle Holder R:4
By Mokko Amsterdam
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Acer candle holder R:4 features a rhythmic architectural interplay of cubic volumes and semi
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Brutalist Candelabras

Materials

Steel

Sculptural Solid Oak Wooden Candle Holder R:4
Sculptural Solid Oak Wooden Candle Holder R:4
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H 6.89 in W 13.39 in D 8.27 in
Pair of Italian Painted and Carved Wooden Candle Holders
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of hand painted and carved wooden candle holders having a metal spike to hold candles. They
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Early 20th Century Candlesticks

Materials

Reclaimed Wood

Sculptural Solid Oak Wooden Candle Holder R:2
By Mokko Amsterdam
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The surrealism inspired Acer candle holder R:2 features architectural cubic volumes and semi arched
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Brutalist Candelabras

Materials

Steel

Sculptural Solid Oak Wooden Candle Holder R:2
Sculptural Solid Oak Wooden Candle Holder R:2
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H 6.89 in W 4.93 in D 5.52 in
English Wood Candlesticks Holders, Pair
Located in New York, NY
A pair of English hand-made wood candlesticks holders in a rich brown hue with black detail at top
Category

Late 20th Century English Candlesticks

Materials

Wood

Tree Leaves Candle Holder by Evelina Kudabaite Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Tree Leaves candle holder by Evelina Kudabaite Studio Handmade Materials: tree leaves, brass
Category

2010s Lithuanian Post-Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Pair of Neoclassical Style Carved Chimera Form Candle Holders / Bookends
Located in New York, NY
Pair of neoclassical style mythological carved wooden candle holders / bookends in the shape of
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20th Century Neoclassical Candlesticks

Materials

Wood

Two Renoir Designs Marble Soapstone Candle Holder Sticks Hollywood Regency
By Renoir Designs
Located in Miami, FL
Set of 2 Renoir Designs handcrafted Marble Soapstone Candle Holder Sticks Hollywood Regency Period
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Late 20th Century Philippine Hollywood Regency Candlesticks

Materials

Soapstone, Marble

Pair of Danish Candle Holder, in Teak, Signed Dismed, Denmark, circa 1950, Brown
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This pair of candle holder, has been made in Denmark around 1950. They are in Wood, more precisly
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Teak

Candle Stick in Sculpted in Lacquer and Good Solid Wood, 19th Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Candlestick in sculpted in lacquer and good solid wood, 19th century. Measures: 1m1lcm tall x
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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Candlesticks

Materials

Wood

Set of 3 Pebble Candle Holders by Hollis & Morris
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 3 pebble candle holders by Hollis & Morris Dimensions: Small diameter 3" x height 2.5
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Candle Lamps

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Pair of 18th Century Continental Figural Carved Polychrome & Gilt Candle Holders
Located in Milford, NH
A finely carved polychrome pair of wooden figural candle holders with gilt highlights, Continental
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Antique 18th Century European Candle Lamps

Materials

Wood

Gunnar Ander "Sonata" Candle Holder for Ystad Metall, Sweden 1950s
By Gunnar Ander, Ystad-Metall
Located in Utrecht, NL
Ystad Metall, such as this unique candle holder. His designs are represented in numerous museums in
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Set of 3 Giant’s Causeway Candle Holder by Hollis & Morris
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 3 Giant’s causeway candle holder by Hollis & Morris Dimensions: Small diameter 2.5" x
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2010s Canadian Modern Candle Lamps

Materials

Brass, Copper, Stainless Steel

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Candle Holders In Wood For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the candle holders in wood you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, metal and stone, every candle holders in wood was constructed with great care. There are 29 variations of the antique or vintage candle holders in wood you’re looking for, while we also have 12 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the candle holders in wood you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right candle holders in wood, those designed in Modern, Louis XVI and Mid-Century Modern styles are of considerable interest. Danese Milano, Porte Italia and Agustina Bottoni each produced at least one beautiful candle holders in wood that is worth considering.

How Much is a Candle Holders In Wood?

The average selling price for a candle holders in wood at 1stDibs is $875, while they’re typically $144 on the low end and $18,236 for the 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 Candle Holders In Wood
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

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