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 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 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 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.

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.

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 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 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.

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 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.

Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Glass Votive

Daum France Crystal

Crystal Candleholders

Category

Late 20th Century Irish Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Waterford Crystal Candle Holders - a Pair

H 6 in W 4 in D 4 in

Original Waterford Cut Crystal Ball Candle Holder

By Waterford Crystal

Located in Germantown, MD

An Original, discontinued Waterford Cut Crystal Ball Candle Holder in excellent condition. Measures

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Late 20th Century Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Original Waterford Cut Crystal Ball Candle Holder

H 3.5 in W 4 in D 4 in

Pair of Crystal Candle Holders

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of 1950's candle holders in crystal de vannes, good original condition.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Crystal Candle Holders

H 5.91 in W 2.37 in D 7.88 in

Pair of Ribbed Crystal Candle Holders

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Ribbed crystal candle holders. The pair may any table elegant! also a fine addition to the mantle

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20th Century Art Deco Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Ribbed Crystal Candle Holders

H 12.5 in W 3.88 in D 2.25 in

Kosta Boda Vintage Crystal Cut Candle Holders

By Kosta Boda

Located in Bochum, NRW

Kosta Boda vintage crystal cut candle holders, Sweden 1960s. Manufacturer original label, each

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Kosta Boda Vintage Crystal Cut Candle Holders

H 7.09 in Dm 2.76 in

Vintage Orrefors Sweden Crystal Votive Candle Holder

By Orrefors

Located in New York, NY

1980's Scandinavian modern crystal votive candle holder. Hand crafted in Sweden and signed on

Category

Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Vintage Orrefors Sweden Crystal Votive Candle Holder

H 2.3 in W 3.75 in D 3.75 in

1950s Mid Century Amber Crystal Baccarat France Candle Holder/ Candle Lamp

By Baccarat

Located in Opa Locka, FL

Stunning 1950's Mid Century Crystal Amber Tone Candle Holder by Baccarat France. Nice piece for the

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

1950s Mid Century Amber Crystal Baccarat France Candle Holder/ Candle Lamp

H 11 in Dm 6 in

Swedish Iron Candle Holder with Crystal Centerpiece

By Ystad-Metall

Located in San Diego, CA

Ystad Metall Sweden iron candle holder with crystal sphere centerpiece. Sweden, 1950s.

Category

1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Iron

Swedish Iron Candle Holder with Crystal Centerpiece

H 8 in W 11 in D 11 in

1960s Crystal Glass Modern Cube Candle Holder Pair

By Iittala

Located in Chula Vista, CA

MCM Pair Crystal Glass Cube Candle Holders 3.75 x 3.75 x 3.75 candle .75 Preowned original vintage

Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

1960s Crystal Glass Modern Cube Candle Holder Pair

H 3.75 in W 3.75 in D 3.75 in

1960s Pair Orrefors Candle Holder Square Crystal Glass

By Orrefors

Located in Chula Vista, CA

1960s Pair Orrefors Candle Holder Square Crystal Glass 2.5 h x 3.13 x 2.88 Preowned vintage

Category

1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

1960s Pair Orrefors Candle Holder Square Crystal Glass

H 2.5 in W 3.13 in D 2.88 in

Pair of Glass Crystal Asymmetrical Candle Holders 80s

Located in Hawthorne, CA

Set of two thick glass asymmetrical candlestick holders circa 1980. Gorgeous design and weight

Category

1980s Unknown Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Glass Crystal Asymmetrical Candle Holders 80s

H 4.25 in W 1.75 in D 1.75 in

Swarovski Crystal Pair of Large Candle Holders Candelabra

By Swarovski

Located in Miami, FL

A pair of crystal Swarovski candleholders.

Category

1980s Austrian Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Swarovski Crystal Pair of Large Candle Holders Candelabra

H 4.5 in W 9 in D 2 in

Pair Baccarat Dolphin Form Crystal Glass Candle Holders

By Cristalleries De Baccarat

Located in New York, NY

glass shades with floral engraved designs, and frosted crystal dolphin form stems and round bases

Category

Mid-20th Century French Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Pair Baccarat Dolphin Form Crystal Glass Candle Holders

H 23.25 in Dm 6.75 in

Faberge Crystal Votive Candle Holder Amethyst Cut to Clear

By Modern Fabergé

Located in North Hollywood, CA

finest mouth blown, hand cut 24% lead crystal. This elegant votive candle holder in the popular ODESSA

Category

Mid-20th Century American Georgian Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Faberge Crystal Votive Candle Holder Amethyst Cut to Clear

H 3 in Dm 3.8 in

Kosta Boda Anna Ehrner Tall Crystal Candle Holders, Pair

By Anna Ehrner, Kosta Boda

Located in Miami, FL

Kosta Boda Anna Ehrner tall crystal candle holders, pair Offered for sale are two tall block

Category

20th Century Swedish Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Kosta Boda Anna Ehrner Tall Crystal Candle Holders, Pair

H 6.5 in W 2.5 in D 2.5 in

Kosta Boda Anna Ehrner Short Crystal Candle Holders, Pair

By Anna Ehrner, Kosta Boda

Located in Miami, FL

Kosta Boda Anna Ehrner short crystal candle holders, pair Offered for sale are two short block

Category

20th Century Swedish Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Kosta Boda Anna Ehrner Short Crystal Candle Holders, Pair

H 4 in W 2.5 in D 2.5 in

Lalique Pair of " Ravelana" Candle Holders

By Lalique

Located in Mérida, YU

Pair of crystal Ravelina candle holder made by Lalique. Simply stunning. Signed and with original

Category

1980s French Organic Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Lalique Pair of " Ravelana" Candle Holders

H 8.67 in W 11.03 in D 1.19 in

Pair of Daum Star Crystal Candle Holder , 1970s , France

By Daum

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Mouth blowed star shaped colorless prime quality lead crystal candle holder from Daum, France

Category

1970s French Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Daum Star Crystal Candle Holder , 1970s , France

H 3.25 in Dm 9 in

Pair Og 1940's "Girandoles" Candle Holder

By Emilio Terry

Located in Bois-Colombes, FR

Pair og 1940's "Girandoles " candle holder Silver plated and crystal Good vintage condition.

Category

1940s European Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Pair Og 1940's "Girandoles" Candle Holder

H 20.48 in Dm 14.18 in

Crystal Candle Holders "Ergo" by Angelo Mangiarotti for Colle, Italy

By Angelo Mangiarotti

Located in Chicago, IL

Italian crystal candle holders titled "Ergo" by Angelo Mangiarotti for Colle Cristalleria. Fluid

Category

1990s Italian Minimalist Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Crystal Candle Holders "Ergo" by Angelo Mangiarotti for Colle, Italy

H 10 in Dm 3.25 in

Pair of Vintage Swedish Crystal Flower Column Candle Holders

By Orrefors

Located in New York, NY

Pair of vintage Swedish glass curved flower candle holders. Beautiful light catching sculptures by

Category

Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Art Glass

Pair of Vintage Swedish Crystal Flower Column Candle Holders

H 2.07 in Dm 2.96 in

Palwa Gaetano Sciolari Style Brass & Crystal Candle Holder Candlestick, 1970s

By Palwa

Located in Vienna, AT

A beautiful candle holder in the style of Gaetano Sciolari. Manufactured in the 1970s by Palwa

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal, Gold

Palwa Gaetano Sciolari Style Brass & Crystal Candle Holder Candlestick, 1970s

H 5 in W 8 in D 4 in

10x Palwa Gaetano Sciolari Style Brass & Crystal Candle Holder Candlestick

By Palwa

Located in Vienna, AT

Up to 10 beautiful candle holders in the style of Gaetano Sciolari. Manufactured in the 1970s by

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

10x Palwa Gaetano Sciolari Style Brass & Crystal Candle Holder Candlestick

H 4 in W 4.5 in D 4.5 in

Kosta Boda Crystal Candle Holders by Anna Ehrner, a Pair

By Kosta Boda, Anna Ehrner

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Two tall block-style candle holders in clear crystal, signed Kosta and Ehrner underneath on the

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Kosta Boda Crystal Candle Holders by Anna Ehrner, a Pair

H 4 in W 2.5 in D 2.5 in

Engraved Orrefors Molded Crystal Flower Candle Holders Erika Lagerbielke, Six

By Orrefors

Located in Miami, FL

Set of six clear molded crystal flower candle holders designed by Erika Lagerbielke and made by

Category

Late 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Engraved Orrefors Molded Crystal Flower Candle Holders Erika Lagerbielke, Six

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H 2 in Dm 4.75 in

Cristal De Vannes 'Daum' Pair of French Crystal Candle Holders

By Art Vannes

Located in Prato, Tuscany

crystal candle holders, is "superior crystal" that is with a percentage of lead oxide over 30%, the high

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Cristal De Vannes 'Daum' Pair of French Crystal Candle Holders

H 7.49 in W 7.09 in D 3.94 in

A crystal Lalique "Chantilly" bowl with four matching candle holders

By Lalique

Located in Brussel, BE

A Set of four crystal candleholders and its matching bowl by Lalique, model Chantilly.. 1950 - 1960

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

A crystal Lalique "Chantilly" bowl with four matching candle holders

H 2.09 in W 10.44 in D 10.44 in

Scandinavian Modern Dansk International Pair of Lead Crystal Glass Candle Holder

By Dansk

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Dansk Designs round Lead Crystal glass candle holders

Category

Late 20th Century Japanese Scandinavian Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Scandinavian Modern Dansk International Pair of Lead Crystal Glass Candle Holder

H 2.75 in Dm 4.25 in

5x Palwa Gaetano Sciolari Style Brass & Crystal Candle Holder Candlestick, 1970s

By Gaetano Sciolari, Palwa

Located in Vienna, AT

Up to five beautiful candle holders in the style of Gaetano Sciolari. Manufactured in the 1970s by

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal, Brass, Gold

5x Palwa Gaetano Sciolari Style Brass & Crystal Candle Holder Candlestick, 1970s

H 5 in W 13 in D 4 in

Classic Rosenthal Horizon Lead Crystal Glass Candle Holder Catchall Vide Poche

By Rosenthal

Located in Miami, FL

Striking original Rosenthal Space Age Lead crystal glass horizon pillar candle holder, vide poche

Category

1980s German Space Age Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Classic Rosenthal Horizon Lead Crystal Glass Candle Holder Catchall Vide Poche

H 1.5 in W 8 in D 4 in

Mid-20th Century Signed Orrefors Twisted Crystal Candles Holders, a Pair

By Orrefors

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A pair of Mid-Century Modern crystal candlestick holders made by Orrefors unusual twist crystal

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Mid-20th Century Signed Orrefors Twisted Crystal Candles Holders, a Pair

H 5.25 in W 17 in D 17 in

Glass Circle Candle Holders, 3 Flames, Denmark, 1970

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Glass circle candle holders, 3 flames, Denmark, 1970. Very beautiful scandinavian candle holder in

Category

1970s Danish Hollywood Regency Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Glass Circle Candle Holders, 3 Flames, Denmark, 1970

H 3.94 in W 7.09 in D 3.94 in

Glass Candle Holders by Kosta Boda Sweden

By Kosta Boda

Located in San Diego, CA

Minimalist and incredibly glamorous pair of Kosta Boda glass candle holders. The pair exhude

Category

1990s Swedish Post-Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Glass, Paint

Glass Candle Holders by Kosta Boda Sweden

H 8 in W 4 in D 4 in

Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal Candle Holder "Summer"

By Bjorn Wiinblad

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

illustration. Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal candle holder is called "Sommer", or Summer. Its design appears to

Category

Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Ceramic

Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal Candle Holder "Summer"

H 2.25 in Dm 4.5 in

Vintage Sterling Silver and Rock Crystal Candle Holders Design Style

By Paul Belvoir

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

rock crystal candlesticks made in the Design style; an addition to our ornamental silverware collection

Category

1980s British Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Sterling Silver and Rock Crystal Candle Holders Design Style

H 4.41 in Dm 3.07 in

Crystal Clear Votive Candle Holder by Villeroy and Boch Made in Germany

By Villeroy & Boch

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Villeroy and Boch Made in Germany Crystal Votive candle holders. A very beautiful contemporary

Category

20th Century German Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Crystal Clear Votive Candle Holder by Villeroy and Boch Made in Germany

H 2 in W 8.25 in D 5 in

Mid-Century Modern Iron and Copper Floor Candelabra with Crystal Candle Holders

Located in New York, NY

Copenhagen Crystal candle holders. 20 crystal holders each approximately 3 inches tall and 3 1/2 inches in

Category

Mid-20th Century Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal, Copper, Iron

Mid-Century Modern Iron and Copper Floor Candelabra with Crystal Candle Holders

H 49 in W 25 in D 24 in

1980s Ottaviani Italy Candle Holder Silver 925 Crystal Rogaska Special

By Ottaviani

Located in Biella, IT

Ottaviani Italy design candelholder special edition silver 925 and crystal made in Rogaska years

Category

1980s Italian Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Silver

1980s Ottaviani Italy Candle Holder Silver 925 Crystal Rogaska Special

H 7 in W 3 in D 1.2 in

Crystal Votive Candle Holders by Goran Wärff for Orrefors, Mid-Century Modern

By Orrefors

Located in Bochum, NRW

Crystal Votive Candle Holders by Goran Wärff for Orrefors, Mid-Century Modern. Pair of crystal

Category

1980s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Crystal Votive Candle Holders by Goran Wärff for Orrefors, Mid-Century Modern

H 2.56 in W 2.76 in D 2.76 in

Ann Wolff Snowball Glass Crystal Candle Holder for Kosta Boda, Sweden, 1980s

By Kosta Boda

Located in Costa Mesa, CA

Ann Wolff Snowball Glass Crystal Candle Holder for Kosta Boda, Sweden, circa 1980s.

Category

20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Ann Wolff Snowball Glass Crystal Candle Holder for Kosta Boda, Sweden, 1980s

H 2.88 in W 3.63 in D 3.63 in

Pair of Crystal Candle Holders by Kjell Engman for Kosta Boda Sweden

By Kosta Boda, Kjell Engman

Located in San Diego, CA

Minimalist pair of crystal candle holders by Kjell Engman for Kosta Boda, circa 1990s. The pair are

Category

Late 20th Century Swedish Post-Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Crystal Candle Holders by Kjell Engman for Kosta Boda Sweden

H 9 in Dm 4 in

Ice cube candle holders by Peill & Putzler, Germany, 1970

By Peill & Putzler

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Superb icicle candle holder by Peill & Putzler designed and produced in Germany in the 1970s. Blown

Category

1970s German Hollywood Regency Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Ice cube candle holders by Peill & Putzler, Germany, 1970

H 3.55 in W 3.55 in D 3.55 in

20th Century Ettore Sottsass Candle Holder Luce di Sera in Crystal for RSVP

By Ettore Sottsass

Located in Turin, Turin

Very elegant candle holder designed by the italian maestro Ettore Sottsass at the end of '90s for

Category

1990s Italian Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

20th Century Ettore Sottsass Candle Holder Luce di Sera in Crystal for RSVP

H 2.56 in Dm 3.94 in

20th Century Ettore Sottsass Candle Holder Luce di Luna in Crystal for RSVP

By Ettore Sottsass

Located in Turin, Turin

Very elegant candle holder designed by the italian maestro Ettore Sottsass at the end of '90s for

Category

1990s Italian Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

20th Century Ettore Sottsass Candle Holder Luce di Luna in Crystal for RSVP

H 4.53 in Dm 2.76 in

20th Century Ettore Sottsass Candle Holder Luce Di Cena in Crystal for RSVP

By Ettore Sottsass

Located in Turin, Turin

Very elegant candle holder designed by the italian maestro Ettore Sottsass at the end of '90s for

Category

1990s Italian Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

20th Century Ettore Sottsass Candle Holder Luce Di Cena in Crystal for RSVP

H 10.24 in Dm 4.73 in

2 Ann Warff Glass Crystal Candle Holders Scandinavian Modern Kosta Boda Style

By Goran and Ann Warff, Kosta Boda

Located in Miami, FL

This is a set of 2 vintage 1970's Kosta Boda Snowball Candle Holders styled after Goran and Ann

Category

1970s Scandinavian Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Art Glass

2 Ann Warff Glass Crystal Candle Holders Scandinavian Modern Kosta Boda Style

H 3 in Dm 3 in

Pair of Small Crystal Candle Holders in the Style of Kosta Boda

By Kosta Boda

Located in Miami, FL

A fine quality pair of modern glass candle holders in the style of Kosta Boda pieces made that are

Category

20th Century Swedish Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Art Glass

Pair of Small Crystal Candle Holders in the Style of Kosta Boda

H 5 in Dm 3 in

Bohemian Czech Art Glass Ice Cube Candle Holder by Rudolf Jurnikl

By Rudolf Jurnikl, Rudolfova Hut

Located in Chicago, IL

circular indentation, and one side has a deeper and smaller indent for a single candle. A tealight may also

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Bohemian Czech Art Glass Ice Cube Candle Holder by Rudolf Jurnikl

H 3.25 in W 3.5 in D 3.5 in

1970s "Sunflower" Glass Candle Holder by Goran Warff for Kosta Boda, Sweden

By Kosta Boda, Göran Wärff

Located in Andernach, DE

Chunky crystal glass candle holder, candlestick by Göran Warff for Kosta Boda, Sweden in the 1970s

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

1970s "Sunflower" Glass Candle Holder by Goran Warff for Kosta Boda, Sweden

H 3.75 in Dm 3.94 in

A pair 1970s Vintage Ann Warff Kosta Boda Snowball Votive Candle Holders

By Kosta Boda, Goran and Ann Warff

Located in Charleston, SC

This is a set of vintage 1970's Kosta Boda Snowball Candle Holders by Ann Warff. Crafted out of

Category

1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

A pair 1970s Vintage Ann Warff Kosta Boda Snowball Votive Candle Holders

H 3 in Dm 3.75 in

1970s Iittala Stellaria Votive Candle Holders Art Glass Tapio Wirkkala Finland

By Tapio Wirkkala, Iittala

Located in Chula Vista, CA

1970s Iittala Stellaria Votive Candle Holder Art Glass by Tapio Wirkkala Finland Crystal icicle

Category

1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Art Glass

1970s Iittala Stellaria Votive Candle Holders Art Glass Tapio Wirkkala Finland

H 2.63 in Dm 4.25 in

One Piece 4 Glass Candle Holder by Staffan Gellerstedt for Pukeberg Sweden 1970

By Pukeberg Sweden, Staffan Gellerstedt

Located in Miami, FL

One Piece Lead Crystal 4 Candle Holder designed by Artist Staffen Gellerstedt and made in Pukeberg

Category

Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

One Piece 4 Glass Candle Holder by Staffan Gellerstedt for Pukeberg Sweden 1970

H 5 in W 4 in D 3 in

Scandinavian Mid Century Alsterfors by Per Olof Ström Set of Candle Holders

By Per-Olof Ström, Alsterfors

Located in VALENCIA, ES

A set of three beautiful Scandinavian Modern amber cased glass candle holders by Per-Olof Ström for

Category

1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Art Glass

Scandinavian Mid Century Alsterfors by Per Olof Ström Set of Candle Holders

H 5.91 in Dm 1.97 in

20th Century American Pair of Silver-Plated Metal Candle Holders by Godinger

By Golding Co.

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A vintage late Mid-Century Modern American pair of candle holders made of hand crafted silver

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Metal, Silver

20th Century American Pair of Silver-Plated Metal Candle Holders by Godinger

H 11.5 in W 5 in D 5 in

Vintage Clear Crystal Candlestick Holders

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Elevate your ambiance with timeless elegance using these Vintage Clear Crystal Candlestick Holders

Category

Mid-20th Century Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Vintage Clear Crystal Candlestick Holders

H 12 in W 4.2 in D 4 in

Ice cube candle holder by Peill&Putzler, 3 flames, glass and silver-plated metal

By Peill & Putzler

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Very beautiful and rare ice cube candle holder designed and produced by Peill & Putzler in Germany

Category

1970s German Hollywood Regency Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Crystal

Ice cube candle holder by Peill&Putzler, 3 flames, glass and silver-plated metal

H 5.91 in W 12.6 in D 2.76 in

Vintage Thick Lucite and Brass Candle Holders by Josh Lazar Mid-Century Modern

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Vintage Mid-Century Modern heavy thick lucite candles holders with brass tops. Signed Josh Lazar

Category

1980s American Post-Modern Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

Materials

Brass

Vintage Thick Lucite and Brass Candle Holders by Josh Lazar Mid-Century Modern

H 14.5 in Dm 3.25 in

Cristalleries De Sèvres French Crystal Tapered Candlestick Holder

By Cristalleries De Sevres

Located in South Bend, IN

An elegant cut crystal candlestick holder By Cristalleries De Sèvres (signed to the underside

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Crystal

Cristalleries De Sèvres French Crystal Tapered Candlestick Holder

H 6 in W 4 in D 4 in

Vintage Mid-century Scandinavian Cube Crystal Candlestick Holder Pair

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Embrace the allure of yesteryear with our Vintage Cube Crystal Candlestick Holder Pair. Crafted to

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Crystal

Vintage Mid-century Scandinavian Cube Crystal Candlestick Holder Pair

H 266.75 in Dm 3 in

Val St. Lambert Crystal Candle Sticks for Tiffany and Co.

Located in Austin, TX

This pair of Val St. Lambert crystal candlesticks was designed for Tiffany and Co. They date to the

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Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

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Crystal

Val St. Lambert Crystal Candle Sticks for Tiffany and Co.

H 5.5 in Dm 4 in

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Questions About Crystal Candle Holders Vintage Candles Holders

What is a hurricane candle holder?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Hurricane candle holders are glass cylindrical domes which go around a candle to protect the flame from getting doused. These candle holders can also be attached to the wall as a hurricane shade.
How tall should a candle holder be?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
How tall a candle holder should be depends on the size of the candle you’re using and the overall look of the room. Compared to a candle, a holder should be at least as tall. When choosing candle holders, choose ones that won’t obscure the view. For example, lower candlesticks and candelabras work best on dining tables because they allow you to see the person across from you. On 1stDibs, find a range of candle holders.
What 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 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 can I use instead of a candle holder?
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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.
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.
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 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 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.
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 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.

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