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 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 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.

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.

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.

Elephant Candle Holder

Pots De Creme Set

Bonwit Teller Porcelain

Fitz And Floyd Chinoiserie

Indian Silver Candlesticks

Category

20th Century European Regency Candle Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Regency Style Bronze Elephant Candle Holder Sconces

$3,249 Sale Price / set

20% Off

H 14.18 in W 7.49 in D 9.06 in

Pair Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Elephant Candle Holders

Located in Bradenton, FL

A large pair of Chinese export porcelain famille rose elephant candle holders. 20th century, white

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Pair Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Elephant Candle Holders

$2,850

H 16 in W 10.5 in D 6.5 in

Pair Chinese Export Famille Rose Enameled Elephant Candle Holders, Early 20th C

Located in Austin, TX

upon their backs, acting as the candle holder. The elephants molded in porcelain, and decorated

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Pair Chinese Export Famille Rose Enameled Elephant Candle Holders, Early 20th C

$2,950

H 7.5 in W 6.5 in D 5.25 in

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

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Candle Lamps

Materials

Gold Plate

Gold Elephant Black Candle Box

$324 / item

H 5.12 in Dm 3.55 in

Gold Elephant White Candle Box

Located in Paris, FR

Candle box gold elephant white made in porcelain with elephant on the lid. In white finish

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Candle Lamps

Materials

Gold Plate

Gold Elephant White Candle Box

$324 / item

H 5.12 in Dm 3.55 in

Elephant Set of Two Tealight Holders

Located in Paris, FR

Tealight Holders Elephant Set of Two with aluminium in brass vintage finish and with clear glass

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Candle Lamps

Materials

Brass

Elephant Set of Two Tealight Holders

$2,105 / set

H 25.2 in W 12.01 in D 9.45 in

Maitland Smith Large Bronze Monkey Palm Leaf Tree Sculpture Candle Holder

By Maitland Smith

Located in Philadelphia, PA

large impressive size, cast bronze figure of 3 monkeys riding an elephant and a palm tree candle holder

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Candelabras

Materials

Bronze

Maitland Smith Large Bronze Monkey Palm Leaf Tree Sculpture Candle Holder

$1,350

H 27 in W 25 in D 12.5 in

Elephant Group Black Candleholder

Located in Paris, FR

Candleholder Elephant Group Black with porcelain made in hand-painted black finish and with brass

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Candle Sconces

Materials

Brass

Elephant Group Black Candleholder

$1,792 / item

H 17.72 in W 15.75 in D 9.06 in

Imperial Elephant Candelabrum, Early 20th Century

Located in Islamabad, PK

Imperial Elephant Candelabrum Europe, Early 20th Century Height: 34 in. Width: 17 in. Depth: 15

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Candelabras

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Bronze

Imperial Elephant Candelabrum, Early 20th Century

$8,000

H 35 in W 17 in D 15 in

Sculptural Bronze Elephant Candelabra - handmade

By Heinrich Filter Bronze Art

Located in Pretoria, Gauteng

Elephant Candlestick in cast bronze Combining art and functionality this is a candelabra featuring

Category

2010s South African Rustic Candelabras

Materials

Bronze

Sculptural Bronze Elephant Candelabra - handmade

$1,680

H 15.75 in W 9.45 in D 4.53 in

Bengali Elephant Set of 2 Candleholders

Located in Paris, FR

Candleholders Bengali elephant set of 2, in hand painted porcelain in bronze finish. With brass

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Candle Sconces

Materials

Brass

Bengali Elephant Set of 2 Candleholders

$830 / set

H 6.7 in W 11.03 in D 5.12 in

Elephant Candlestick in cast bronze - handmade

By Heinrich Filter Bronze Art

Located in Pretoria, Gauteng

Handcrafted two-arm candelabra in cast bronze, featuring small sculpted motifs of an elephant and

Category

2010s South African Rustic Candlesticks

Materials

Bronze

Elephant Candlestick in cast bronze - handmade

$1,200 / item

H 20.08 in W 12.6 in D 6.3 in

Sophisticated Mid-Century Pair of Elephant Candleholders

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Sophisticated Mid-Century pair of elephant candleholders crafted with mixed metals. The candle cups

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Metal

Sophisticated Mid-Century Pair of Elephant Candleholders

$3,650 / set

H 17 in Dm 5.5 in

Pair Regency Porcelain Elephant Candelabras Gilt 1880

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Stunning pair of porcelain elephant and gilt candelabras Such a great look to this eye catching

Category

Antique 1880s Candelabras

Materials

Bronze

Pair Regency Porcelain Elephant Candelabras Gilt 1880

$3,788 / set

H 16.5 in W 12 in D 11 in

Antique 19th Century Candlestick, Brass, Elephants, France

Located in Greven, DE

Beautiful antique candlestick with three stands in elephant head shape. Nicely chiseled bronze work

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Antique 19th Century Candlestick, Brass, Elephants, France

$421

H 7.88 in Dm 2.76 in

Chinese Export Porcelain Small Canton Famille Rose Elephant Candlestick

Located in Downingtown, PA

decoration. On its back is a vase-shaped candle holder rising from the raised saddle painted with a band of

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Export Candlesticks

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Export Porcelain Small Canton Famille Rose Elephant Candlestick

$4,000

H 4 in W 5 in D 4 in

Large Pair Asian Bronze Recumbent Processional Elephant Motif Candlesticks

By Sarried Ltd.

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Large Pair Asian Bronze Recumbent Processional Elephant Motif Candlesticks, Later 20th Century

Category

20th Century Asian Candlesticks

Materials

Bronze

Large Pair Asian Bronze Recumbent Processional Elephant Motif Candlesticks

$2,950 / set

H 7.25 in W 19.5 in D 5 in

Chinese Famille Rose of Elephant Form Joss or Candlestick

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

An exquisite Chinese porcelain joss stick holder dating to the early 19th century, crafted in the

Category

Antique 1870s Chinese Candlesticks

Materials

Enamel

Chinese Famille Rose of Elephant Form Joss or Candlestick

$1,800

H 5.75 in W 6 in D 4.75 in

Elephant Candlestick in cast bronze with Verdigris patina

By Heinrich Filter Bronze Art

Located in Pretoria, Gauteng

, featuring small sculpted motifs of an elephant and acacia tree in a verdigris patina. These decorative

Category

2010s South African Rustic Candlesticks

Materials

Bronze

Elephant Candlestick in cast bronze with Verdigris patina

$1,200

H 20.08 in W 7.88 in D 5.91 in

Chinese Export Porcelain Canton Famille Rose Elephant Modeled as a Candlestick

Located in Downingtown, PA

and caparisoned. On its back is a gu-form vase candle holder rising from the raised saddle. Below the

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Export Candlesticks

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Export Porcelain Canton Famille Rose Elephant Modeled as a Candlestick

$3,000

H 5.75 in W 6.5 in D 4.5 in

Pair Antique Gold Bronze Chinoiserie Candlesticks with Elephants, Circa 1910's.

Located in New Orleans, LA

Pair Antique Gold Bronze Chinoiserie Candlesticks with Elephants, Circa 1910's.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Candlesticks

Materials

Bronze

Pair Antique Gold Bronze Chinoiserie Candlesticks with Elephants, Circa 1910's.

$1,950 / set

H 7 in W 4 in D 3.5 in

Pair Antique Iron Torchères with Bronze Elephants at Base, Circa 1920's

Located in New Orleans, LA

Pair antique iron torchères with bronze elephants at base, Circa 1920's.

Category

Vintage 1920s Torchères

Materials

Iron, Bronze

Pair Antique Iron Torchères with Bronze Elephants at Base, Circa 1920's

$9,900 / set

H 72 in Dm 14 in

Walter Bosse candle holder shows a elephant vienna around 1950s

By Herta Baller, Walter Bosse

Located in Wien, AT

Walter Bosse candle holder shows a elephant vienna around 1950s Original condition The candle is

Category

Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Walter Bosse candle holder shows a elephant vienna around 1950s

$288

H 1.97 in W 1.97 in D 3.55 in

Pair 18th/19th Century Chinese Bronze Elephant Figure Candle Holder Sculptures

Located in Forney, TX

blanket surmounted by a baluster vase that can be used as a candle holder. circa 1800 PROVENANCE

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Pair 18th/19th Century Chinese Bronze Elephant Figure Candle Holder Sculptures

$950 / set

H 6 in W 8 in D 3 in

Maitland Smith Bronze Monkey Elephant Palm Tree Sculpture Candle Holder - a Pair

By Maitland Smith

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Maitland Smith Bronze Monkey Elephant Palm Tree Sculpture Candle Holder - a Pair. Item features a

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Maitland Smith Bronze Monkey Elephant Palm Tree Sculpture Candle Holder - a Pair

$2,800 / set

H 26 in W 26 in D 16 in

Japan Gold Gilt Good Luck Elephant Censer

Located in South Burlington, VT

elephant sculptural LED candle holder and censer was crafted in a handsome gilt finish iron of an effigy of

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japan Gold Gilt Good Luck Elephant Censer

$80 Sale Price

83% Off

H 4 in W 5.5 in D 2.25 in

Recent Sales

Modern Ceramica Gatti 1928 Ceramic Platinum Elephant Candle Holder

By Ceramica Gatti 1928

Located in Faenza, IT

This elephant is part of an original collection of candle holder animals. The realization of the

Category

2010s Italian Arts and Crafts Candlesticks

Materials

Ceramic

Modern Ceramica Gatti 1928 Ceramic Platinum Elephant Candle Holder

H 7.88 in W 9.85 in D 5.12 in

Modern Ceramica Gatti 1928 Ceramic Forest Green Elephant Candle Holder

By Ceramica Gatti 1928

Located in Faenza, IT

This elephant is part of an original collection of candle holder animals. The realization of the

Category

2010s Italian Arts and Crafts Candlesticks

Materials

Ceramic

Modern Ceramica Gatti 1928 Ceramic Forest Green Elephant Candle Holder

H 7.88 in W 9.85 in D 5.12 in

Modern Ceramica Gatti 1928 Ceramic Red Burgundy Elephant Candle Holder

By Ceramica Gatti 1928

Located in Faenza, IT

This elephant is part of an original collection of candle holder animals. The realization of the

Category

2010s Italian Arts and Crafts Candlesticks

Materials

Ceramic

Modern Ceramica Gatti 1928 Ceramic Red Burgundy Elephant Candle Holder

H 7.88 in W 9.85 in D 5.12 in

Modern Ceramica Gatti 1928 Ceramic Pure Gold Elephant Candle Holder

By Ceramica Gatti 1928

Located in Faenza, IT

This elephant is part of an original collection of candle holder animals. The realization of the

Category

2010s Italian Arts and Crafts Candlesticks

Materials

Ceramic

Modern Ceramica Gatti 1928 Ceramic Pure Gold Elephant Candle Holder

H 7.88 in W 9.85 in D 5.12 in

Modern Ceramica Gatti 1928 Ceramic Dark Navy Blue Elephant Candle Holder

By Ceramica Gatti 1928

Located in Faenza, IT

This elephant is part of an original collection of candle holder animals. The realization of the

Category

2010s Italian Arts and Crafts Candlesticks

Materials

Ceramic

Modern Ceramica Gatti 1928 Ceramic Dark Navy Blue Elephant Candle Holder

H 7.88 in W 9.85 in D 5.12 in

Modern Ceramica Gatti 1928 Ceramic Light Air Force Blue Elephant Candle Holder

By Ceramica Gatti 1928

Located in Faenza, IT

This elephant is part of an original collection of candle holder animals. The realization of the

Category

2010s Italian Arts and Crafts Candlesticks

Materials

Ceramic

Modern Ceramica Gatti 1928 Ceramic Light Air Force Blue Elephant Candle Holder

H 7.88 in W 9.85 in D 5.12 in

Pair of Elephant Altar Candle Bases

Located in Bedford, NY

PAIR OF ELEPHANT ALTAR CANDLE BASES FROM SOUTHERN CHINA IN 19TH CENTURY. MYTHOLOGICAL CARVED WOOD

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Candle Holders

Pair of Elephant Altar Candle Bases

H 8 in W 13 in D 9 in

1960s Polychrome Ceramic Elephant Sculpture Candlestick Holders, Pair

Located in Richmond, VA

Offered is a gorgeous and fun, pair of 1960s polychrome ceramic elephant sculpture candlestick

Category

20th Century Chinoiserie Candlesticks

Materials

Ceramic

1960s Polychrome Ceramic Elephant Sculpture Candlestick Holders, Pair

H 7 in W 7 in D 5 in

Elephant Candle Holder in Travertine by Fratelli Mannelli

By Fratelli Mannelli

Located in Berlin, BE

Elephant candle holder in Travertine by Fratelli Mannelli Elephant candle holder in genuine

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Candlesticks

Materials

Travertine

Elephant Candle Holder in Travertine by Fratelli Mannelli

H 4.73 in W 4.73 in D 1.19 in

Ceramic Elephant Candle Holders , hand made in South Africa

By Love Art Ceramic

Located in North Miami, FL

Crafted with precision by Love Art Ceramics in South Africa, this exquisite Elephant Candle Holder

Category

21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Elephant Candle Holders , hand made in South Africa

H 12 in W 8 in D 10 in

19th Century, Mandalay, Antique Burmese Wooden Elephant Candle Holder

Located in Sampantawong, TH

Antique Burmese wooden elephant candle holder. Age: Burma, Mandalay Period, 19th Century Size

Category

Antique 19th Century Burmese Antiquities

Materials

Wood

19th Century, Mandalay, Antique Burmese Wooden Elephant Candle Holder

H 9.26 in W 16.15 in D 6.23 in

Vintage 1970s Fitz & Floyd Porcelain Elephant Candlesticks Candle Holders 7.5"

By Fitz and Floyd

Located in Dayton, OH

Circa 1970's Fitz & Floyd chinoiserie style white porcelain single taper candlestick holders in the

Category

Vintage 1970s Chinoiserie Candlesticks

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage 1970s Fitz & Floyd Porcelain Elephant Candlesticks Candle Holders 7.5"

H 7.25 in W 7.5 in D 3.25 in

Elephant form bronze candlesticks

Located in San Francisco, CA

An impressive pair of Bronze elephant form candlesticks, one male one female. Probably Continental

Category

Early 20th Century Candle Holders

Materials

Bronze

Elephant form bronze candlesticks

H 14 in W 7 in D 4.5 in

Pair of Exceptional Large Elephant Candlesticks

Located in Palm Beach, FL

A pair of large, German silver candlesticks, with elephants on stools, trunks raised to support the

Category

Early 20th Century French Anglo-Indian Candle Holders

Pair of Exceptional Large Elephant Candlesticks

H 7 in Dm 4.5 in

Italian Figural Porcelain Candelabra Urns with Elephants for Bonwit Teller 20thC

Located in Big Flats, NY

pattern with flowers, flanking elephant candle holders, raised on footed base, gilt highlights throughout

Category

20th Century Italian Urns

Materials

Porcelain

Italian Figural Porcelain Candelabra Urns with Elephants for Bonwit Teller 20thC

H 13.5 in W 9.75 in D 5.75 in

Pair Of English Regency Style Elephant Candlesticks

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of 20th century English Regency style candlesticks featuring decorative elephants supporting

Category

20th Century English Regency Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Pair Of English Regency Style Elephant Candlesticks

H 8.25 in

Pair of Bronze and Gilt Brass Elephant FormCandlesticks

Located in San Francisco, CA

Elephants with removable castle form bobeche, circa 1850-1880.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Revival Candle Holders

Materials

Bronze, Metal

Pair of Bronze and Gilt Brass Elephant FormCandlesticks

H 4 in W 4 in D 2.5 in

A Fine Pair of Chinese Export Elephant Candlesticks

Located in Downingtown, PA

The elephants with trunks up are each turning a different way to make a true pair. These rare

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Candle Holders

A Fine Pair of Chinese Export Elephant Candlesticks

H 7 in W 7.25 in D 5.5 in

Standing Elephant Candleholder

Located in Paris, FR

Candleholder Standing Elephant with structure in solid brass in vintage finish with black granite

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Candlesticks

Materials

Granite, Brass

Standing Elephant Candleholder

H 12.6 in W 6.7 in D 5.52 in

Elephant Group Porcelain Candleholder

Located in Paris, FR

Candleholder elephant group porcelain made in white porcelain and with brass details. With one

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Candle Sconces

Materials

Porcelain

Elephant Group Porcelain Candleholder

H 17.72 in W 15.75 in D 9.06 in

Elephant Group White Candleholder

Located in Paris, FR

Candleholder Elephant Group white porcelain made in hand-painted porcelain and with brass details

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Candle Sconces

Materials

Brass

Elephant Group White Candleholder

H 17.72 in W 15.75 in D 9.06 in

Elephant Group White Candleholder

Located in Paris, FR

Candleholder Elephant Group white porcelain made in hand-painted porcelain and with brass details

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Candle Sconces

Materials

Brass

Elephant Group White Candleholder

H 17.72 in W 15.75 in D 9.06 in

A Pair Of Fine Carved Dark Brown Rock Crystal Elephant Candleholders

Located in New York, NY

Fine carved rock crystal elephant form candleholders with gilt decoration ,Ca 1970

Category

Vintage 1970s Candle Holders

A Pair Of Fine Carved Dark Brown Rock Crystal Elephant Candleholders

H 9.75 in W 10 in D 5 in

Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Elephants

Located in Dallas, TX

These delightful elephants are truly enchanting. They are multi-color with blue and green being the

Category

20th Century Chinese Hollywood Regency Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Elephants

H 10 in W 12 in D 6 in

Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Elephant Candlestick

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

candlestick holder on its back, this elephant can hold your favorite taper candle, making it a functional

Category

Late 20th Century American Candlesticks

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Boho Glazed Ceramic Elephant Candlestick

H 8 in W 9 in D 5.75 in

Pair of Elephant Candleholders in Cast Bronze

Located in San Diego, CA

Elegant pair of elephant candleholders in cast bronze, circa 1970s. Each holder measures 8.5" D x

Category

Late 20th Century American More Candle Holders

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Elephant Candleholders in Cast Bronze

H 7.125 in W 4.25 in L 7.125 in

Vintage Gilt and Patinated Bronze Elephant Form Candleholders

Located in New York, NY

Pair of patinated and gilt candle holders in the form of seated Indian elephants. Apparently

Category

Late 20th Century Candlesticks

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Gilt and Patinated Bronze Elephant Form Candleholders

H 9 in W 10 in D 5 in

Gilt Bronze and Rock Crystal, Elephant Candlestick

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A glittering, beautifully detailed, candlestick featuring a gilt bronze elephant bearing a tiered

Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Candlesticks

Materials

Rock Crystal, Bronze

Gilt Bronze and Rock Crystal, Elephant Candlestick

H 14.25 in W 4.75 in D 7.75 in

19th Century English Majolica Elephant Candlestick Joseph Holdcroft

By Joseph Holdcroft

Located in Austin, TX

19th century English Victorian Majolica elephant candlestick attributed to Joseph Holdcroft. The

Category

Antique 1880s English Victorian Candlesticks

Materials

Majolica

19th Century English Majolica Elephant Candlestick Joseph Holdcroft

H 4.2 in W 3.5 in D 5.5 in

Indian Pair of Silver Plated Bronze Elephant Candlesticks

Located in Marbella, ES

Indian Pair of Silver Plated Bronze Elephant Candlesticks

Category

Late 20th Century Indian Candlesticks

Materials

Bronze

Indian Pair of Silver Plated Bronze Elephant Candlesticks

H 9.85 in W 5.52 in D 2.76 in

Antique Pair of French Boudoir Porcelain Elephant Candlesticks

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Elegant antique pair of French boudoir candlesticks with porcelain elephants and flowers. The stems

Category

20th Century French Chinoiserie Candlesticks

Antique Pair of French Boudoir Porcelain Elephant Candlesticks

H 13 in W 13 in D 6 in

A pair of Elephant Candlesticks by Marie Christophe

By Marie Christophe

Located in New York, NY

If we had to summarize the work of Marie Christophe, we could argue that it is a marriage, a priori improbable, between sculpture and lightness. Lightness of the material used, the i...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Candlesticks

Materials

Wire

A pair of Elephant Candlesticks by Marie Christophe

H 9 in W 6 in D 10 in

Louis XV Style Pair of Cast Brass French Elephant Candlesticks

Located in Palm Beach, FL

floral candle cups on vine like arms arranged in a vase, on a well dressed elephant's back. Perfect

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Candelabras

Louis XV Style Pair of Cast Brass French Elephant Candlesticks

H 19 in W 11 in D 9 in

Travertine "Elephants" Candlesticks by Enzo Mari for Fratelli Mannelli, 1970s

By Enzo Mari, Fratelli Mannelli

Located in Lille, FR

Travertine "Elephants" candlesticks by Enzo Mari for Fratelli Mannelli, 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Brutalist Candlesticks

Materials

Travertine

Travertine "Elephants" Candlesticks by Enzo Mari for Fratelli Mannelli, 1970s

H 3.94 in W 4.34 in D 1.19 in

Pair of Colonial Style Elephant Carved and Ebonized Hurrycane Sconces by Chapman

By Chapman Manufacturing Company

Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL

This exotic colonial style pair of candle wall sconces feature carved and ebonized elephant heads

Category

Late 20th Century American Colonial Revival Candle Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair of Colonial Style Elephant Carved and Ebonized Hurrycane Sconces by Chapman

H 27 in W 8 in D 8 in

Photophores Elephant Set of Two in Brass in Vintage Finish

Located in Paris, FR

Set of two photophores elephant in brass in vintage finish and with clear glass. Set of Two

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Candle Lamps

Materials

Brass

Photophores Elephant Set of Two in Brass in Vintage Finish

H 24.81 in W 12.6 in L 24.81 in

Travertine Elephants Family by Enzo Mari for Fratelli Mannelli, 1970s

By Enzo Mari, Fratelli Mannelli

Located in Lille, FR

Travertine "Elephants" statues and candlestick by Enzo Mari for Fratelli Mannelli, 1970s

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Brutalist Candlesticks

Materials

Travertine

Travertine Elephants Family by Enzo Mari for Fratelli Mannelli, 1970s

H 3.94 in W 4.34 in D 1.19 in

Antique Pair of French Bronze and Ormolu Elephant Two-Light Candelabra

Located in London, GB

. This finely cast pair of candelabra each feature a darkly patinated kneeling elephant with ormolu twin

Category

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Antique Pair of French Bronze and Ormolu Elephant Two-Light Candelabra

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Fine Pair of Regency Bronze Elephant Candlesticks by Smith and Chamberlain

By Smith & Chamberlain

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Please see additional image of a catalogue page from Smith and Chamberlain of Birmingham showing the candlesticks with the addition of drop hung sprays.

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Fine Pair of Regency Bronze Elephant Candlesticks by Smith and Chamberlain

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Boho Chic Style Hand Carved Anglo Indian Wooden Torchere with Elephant Details

Located in London, GB

base of the piece are 4 Elephants shown in profile surrounded by a mass of botanical carved leaves and

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Materials

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Boho Chic Style Hand Carved Anglo Indian Wooden Torchere with Elephant Details

H 42.72 in W 16.54 in D 14.18 in

Vintage Bronze Oil Lamp with Elephant Motif, Rural Nepal, Mid-Late 20th Century

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Vintage bronze oil lamp with elephant motif from rural Nepal, mid-late 20th century. Bronze oil and

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Materials

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Vintage Bronze Oil Lamp with Elephant Motif, Rural Nepal, Mid-Late 20th Century

H 14 in W 3 in D 5.5 in

Pair Chinese Elephant Form Cloisonne Prickets Candle Holders

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Antique (late 19th century) Chinese candle holders (prickets) in the form of processional

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Metalwork

Materials

Metal

Pair Chinese Elephant Form Cloisonne Prickets Candle Holders

H 25 in W 14 in D 8 in

Incredible and large sterling silver elephant safari scene by Patrick Mavros

By Patrick Mavros

Located in London, London

models, 4 acacia tree candle holders, and a central 'tree of lights' candelabrum with 3 fixed elephant

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Centerpieces

Materials

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Incredible and large sterling silver elephant safari scene by Patrick Mavros

H 23.63 in W 23.63 in D 31.5 in

Elephant Candle Holder

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

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Vintage Bronze Patinated Green Metal Elephant Candle Holder Fortune Trunk Up

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage bronze elephant candle hders with trunk up, good fortune heavy metal with green

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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Bronze Patinated Green Metal Elephant Candle Holder Fortune Trunk Up

H 5 in W 6.75 in D 2.5 in

Pair of Candle Holders Elephants Fratelli Mannelli, Italy, 1970s

By Fratelli Mannelli

Located in Rome, IT

Pair of candle holders in the shape of elephants in travertine marble by Fratelli Mannelli

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Travertine, Marble

Pair of Candle Holders Elephants Fratelli Mannelli, Italy, 1970s

H 2.05 in W 3.15 in D 2.05 in

Very Rare Set of 14 Brass Candlesticks Candle Holders Elephant Herd

Located in Berlin, DE

Very rare set of Art Deco brass candlesticks Elephant Herd. Germany, 1940s

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Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Very Rare Set of 14 Brass Candlesticks Candle Holders Elephant Herd

H 2.6 in W 4.34 in D 1.58 in

Pair of substantial four candle Bronze Elephant Candelabras

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautifully crafted, the kneeling elephant candelabras give importance to any center piece or table

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20th Century Candle Holders

Materials

Bronze

Pair of substantial four candle Bronze Elephant Candelabras

H 13.5 in W 11 in D 10 in

Pair of Bronze Elephant Candleholders

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Unusual pair of charming cast bronze candle holders each holding a tree branch in its trunk with

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20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Candlesticks

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Pair of Bronze Elephant Candleholders

H 10 in W 13 in D 7.5 in

Pair of Maitland Smith Elephant Candlesticks

By Maitland Smith

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of Maitland Smith elephant candlesticks, a compliment to your dining or console table

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20th Century Thai Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Maitland Smith Elephant Candlesticks

H 19.5 in W 12 in D 7.5 in

Set of Four Porcelain Elephant Candleholders by Mottahedeh

By Mottahedeh

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Exquisite set of four hand-painted porcelain elephant candleholders made by Mottahedeh. Each

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20th Century Portuguese Hollywood Regency Candlesticks

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Porcelain

Set of Four Porcelain Elephant Candleholders by Mottahedeh

H 9 in W 8.5 in D 6 in

Pair of Early 20th Century French Silvered Bronze Elephant Candlesticks

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Early 20th Century French silvered bronze, mythical elephant candlesticks.

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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Candlesticks

Materials

Bronze, Silver Plate

Pair of Early 20th Century French Silvered Bronze Elephant Candlesticks

H 5.5 in W 5.25 in D 2.25 in

Very Rare Set of Eight Art Deco Brass Candlesticks Candleholders Elephant Herd

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Very rare set of Art Deco brass candlesticks elephant herd, Germany, 1940s. Can be used as single

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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Very Rare Set of Eight Art Deco Brass Candlesticks Candleholders Elephant Herd

H 2.75 in W 4.38 in D 1.63 in

Very Rare Set of Five Art Deco Brass Candlesticks Candleholders Elephant Herd

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Very rare set of five Art Deco brass candlesticks elephant herd, Germany, 1940s. Can be used as

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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Candlesticks

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Brass

Very Rare Set of Five Art Deco Brass Candlesticks Candleholders Elephant Herd

H 2.63 in W 4 in D 1.63 in

Very Rare Set of Six Art Deco Brass Candlesticks Candleholders Elephant Herd

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Very rare set of Art Deco brass candlesticks elephant herd, Germany, 1940s. Can be used as single

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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Very Rare Set of Six Art Deco Brass Candlesticks Candleholders Elephant Herd

H 2.63 in W 4 in D 1.63 in

Very Rare Set of Fifteen Art Deco Brass Candlesticks Candleholders Elephant Herd

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Very rare set of fifteen Art Deco brass candlesticks elephant herd, Germany, 1940s. Can be used as

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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Candlesticks

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Brass

Very Rare Set of Fifteen Art Deco Brass Candlesticks Candleholders Elephant Herd

H 2.63 in W 4 in D 1.63 in

Very Rare Set of Four Art Deco Brass Candlesticks Candleholders Elephant Herd

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Very rare set of four Art Deco brass candlesticks elephant herd, Germany, 1940s. Can be used as

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Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Candlesticks

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Brass

Very Rare Set of Four Art Deco Brass Candlesticks Candleholders Elephant Herd

H 2.5 in W 4 in D 1.5 in

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Elephant Candle Holder For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the elephant candle holder you’re looking for at 1stDibs. An elephant candle holder — often made from metal, bronze and brass — can elevate any home. There are 34 variations of the antique or vintage elephant candle holder you’re looking for, while we also have 6 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the elephant candle holder you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. An elephant candle holder made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one elephant candle holder that is appealing in its simplicity, but Chapman Manufacturing Company, Hertha Baller and Maitland Smith produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Elephant Candle Holder?

Prices for an elephant candle holder can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $105 and can go as high as $23,494, while the average can fetch as much as $2,025.

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 Elephant Candle Holder

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 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?
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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 glass candle holders called?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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.
How can you tell if a candle holder is antique brass?
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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?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
What an old-fashioned candle holder is called depends on its design. A tall holder meant for a single taper candle is a candlestick, while taper holders with arms that branch off a central column are candelabras. Shop a range of candle holders on 1stDibs.
What is a candle holder with multiple arms called?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
A candle holder with multiple arms is called a candelabra or candelabrum. A candelabra or candelabrum is highly regarded as a decorative object and the classic, dramatic form of this type of candle holder is still an inspiration for lighting designers today. Shop a collection of antique and vintage candelabras from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
How can you tell if a silver candle holder is real?
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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.
What are wall-mounted candle holders called?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A wall-mounted candle holder is called a candle sconce or a wall sconce. Sconces come in a variety of colors and shapes, sure to suit any decor style. You’ll find a wide range of candle sconces in a variety of decor styles on 1stDibs.

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