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 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.

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 the different types of candle holders?

Some of the most common types of candle holders include candlesticks, candelabras, hurricanes and votive cups. A candlestick is a column-like holder for tapers, while a candelabra is a multi-armed taper holder with a single candlestick-like body. Hurricanes are tall round shades designed for pillar candles, and a votive cup is a small cylindrical holder for a votive candle or tealight. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of candle holders.

What are vintage candle holders called?

What vintage candle holders are called depends on their design. Narrow tall ones designed for tapers are candlesticks, while multi-armed taper holders are candelabra. Small holders are votive or tealight holders or cups depending on their dimensions. Find a selection of vintage candle holders on 1stDibs.

What are 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 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.

India Candle Holders

Brass Candle Snuffer

Vintage Brass Candlesticks

Turned Wood Candlesticks

Hall Settle

Tea Light Holder

Contemporary Candlesticks

Brass Birds

Foundry Pattern

Category

Late 20th Century Rustic Candle Sconces

Materials

Brass

Vintage Brass & Wood Taper Candle Holder Handheld Sconce Lantern India 13"

H 12.5 in W 2.5 in D 2.5 in

St Jacques Candle Holder

Located in Paris, FR

Candle Holder St Jacques Set of 2 with solid aged brass base and with clear glass photophore

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian More Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

St Jacques Candle Holder

H 12.41 in Dm 8.08 in

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

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Torchères

Materials

Brass

Link Candle Holder

H 5 in W 10 in D 10 in

Antique Indian Silver Candle Holders

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

/3.5' Weight 10.1 troy ounces/314.6g Maker: Unmarked Date: Circa 1910 Origin: India SKU: C8208

Category

Vintage 1910s Indian Candlesticks

Materials

Silver

Antique Indian Silver Candle Holders

H 4.84 in Dm 0.94 in

Brass & Copper Candle Holders - a Pair

Located in Bradenton, FL

A pair of barley twist brass and copper candlestick holders. Solid brass is decorated with twisted

Category

Late 20th Century Indian Candlesticks

Materials

Brass, Copper

Brass & Copper Candle Holders - a Pair

H 10 in Dm 3.5 in

Brass Poinsettia Candle Holders, a Pair

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A pair of brass poinsettia candlestick holders. Perfect for setting a holiday table. Dimensions

Category

20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Brass Poinsettia Candle Holders, a Pair

H 2 in W 5 in D 5 in

Mid Century Modern Brass Candle Snuffer Wand - India

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A long brass candle snuffer, made in India. Created from brass, this long candle snuffer will be a

Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Modern Brass Candle Snuffer Wand - India

H 2 in W 12 in D 1.25 in

Swell Candle Set: Candle Stick Holders in Matcha Marble by Anastasio Home

By Gabriela Anastasio Holloway

Located in Torrington, CT

The Swell Candlesticks are a set of two tall taper holders cut from single pieces of stone, and

Category

2010s Indian Organic Modern Torchères

Materials

Stone, Marble

Swell Candle Set: Candle Stick Holders in Matcha Marble by Anastasio Home

H 7 in Dm 2.5 in

Brass Cast Kutch Tea-light Candle-holder

By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.

Located in London, GB

Each of those original brass tealight holders is handmade individually. Cast and textured using

Category

2010s Indian Organic Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Brass Cast Kutch Tea-light Candle-holder

H 0.79 in Dm 3.35 in

Fort Marble Candle Holder by Essenzia

Located in Geneve, CH

Fort marble candle holder by Essenzia Materials: Brushed Brass, Carrara, Nero Marquina, India

Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Candle Sconces

Materials

Carrara Marble, Brass

Fort Marble Candle Holder by Essenzia

H 7.09 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in

Brass Cast Sun Tea-light Candle-holder

By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.

Located in London, GB

Each of those original brass tealight holders is handmade individually. Cast and textured using

Category

2010s Indian Organic Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Brass Cast Sun Tea-light Candle-holder

H 0.79 in Dm 3.35 in

Cast Brass Leaf Tea-light Candle-holder

By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.

Located in London, GB

Each of those original brass tealight holders is handmade individually. Cast and textured using

Category

2010s Indian Organic Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Cast Brass Leaf Tea-light Candle-holder

H 0.79 in Dm 3.35 in

Brass Cast Moon Tea Light Candle-holder

By The Design Foundry

Located in London, GB

Each of those original brass tea light holders is handmade individually. Cast and textured using

Category

2010s Indian Organic Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Brass Cast Moon Tea Light Candle-holder

H 0.79 in Dm 3.35 in

White Candle Holders, Set of Four Marble White Candlestick Holders by P. Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)

Located in New York, NY

Paul Mathieu designed these elegant white candle holders in marble for Stephanie Odegard Co. Ltd

Category

2010s Indian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Marble

White Candle Holders, Set of Four Marble White Candlestick Holders by P. Mathieu

H 23 in W 3 in D 3 in

Set of Two Global View Iron Pillar Candle Holders

Located in Cincinnati, OH

Set of Two Global View Iron Pillar Candle Holders Made in India Tall one is 48" H. Top is 7" and

Category

Late 20th Century Indian Candlesticks

Materials

Iron

Set of Two Global View Iron Pillar Candle Holders

H 48 in W 15 in D 15 in

White candle holder, set of four marble white candlestick holder by P. Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)

Located in New York, NY

Paul Mathieu designed these elegant white candle holder in marble for Stephanie Odegard Co. Ltd

Category

2010s Indian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Marble

White candle holder, set of four marble white candlestick holder by P. Mathieu

H 23 in W 3 in D 3 in

Vintage Polished Brass Moroccan Pillar Candle Holder 1950s

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Vintage Polished Brass Moroccan Pillar Candle Holder 1950s. Vintage Moroccan altar etched brass

Category

Mid-20th Century Moroccan Moorish Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Vintage Polished Brass Moroccan Pillar Candle Holder 1950s

H 30 in Dm 10 in

Oversized Hand Carved Wood Floor Pillar Holder Set of Three India

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Wooden tall teak pillar candle holder set of three in different sizes. Elegant sculptural teak

Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Spanish Colonial Candlesticks

Materials

Wood

Oversized Hand Carved Wood Floor Pillar Holder Set of Three India

H 50 in Dm 9.5 in

Handmade Cast Brass T-Light Candle-holder with Three Birds

By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.

Located in London, GB

Each of those original and elegant brass t-light holders is handmade individually. Cast using very

Category

2010s Indian Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Handmade Cast Brass T-Light Candle-holder with Three Birds

H 0.79 in W 3.35 in D 5.71 in

Reversible Handmade Cast Brushed Brass Tea-Light and Taper Candle Holder

By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.

Located in London, GB

Ingenious and very charming reversible handmade cast brass candle / tea-light holder. Just reverse

Category

2010s Indian Organic Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Reversible Handmade Cast Brushed Brass Tea-Light and Taper Candle Holder

H 2.37 in Dm 1.78 in

Handmade Cast Bronze Bird Tea Light Candle-holder with Patina Finish

By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.

Located in London, GB

Each of those original and elegant bronze t-light holders is handmade individually. Cast using very

Category

2010s Indian Organic Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Bronze

Handmade Cast Bronze Bird Tea Light Candle-holder with Patina Finish

H 1.58 in W 2.68 in D 3.94 in

Set of Three, One Bird Brass Tea Light Wide Candle-holders

By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.

Located in London, GB

Set of three, each of those original and elegant brass T-light holders is handmade individually

Category

2010s Indian Organic Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Set of Three, One Bird Brass Tea Light Wide Candle-holders

H 1.38 in W 3.55 in D 4.73 in

Handmade Cast Bronze Bird Tea Light Candle Holder with Polished Finish

By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.

Located in London, GB

Each of those original and elegant bronze t-light holders is handmade individually. Cast using very

Category

2010s Indian Organic Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Bronze

Handmade Cast Bronze Bird Tea Light Candle Holder with Polished Finish

H 1.54 in W 2.92 in D 4.14 in

Kashmiri Candlesticks, India circa 1910

Located in Culver City, CA

India circa 1910 Oblong shape. Carved wood and lacquer candlesticks with floral motif. 7”w x 4”d

Category

Vintage 1910s Indian Candlesticks

Materials

Wood

Kashmiri Candlesticks, India circa 1910

H 12 in W 7 in D 4 in

Kashmiri Candlesticks, India Circa 1910

Located in Culver City, CA

India circa 1910 Carved wood and lacquer candlesticks with floral motif. 5.5”dia x 14”h

Category

Early 20th Century Indian Candlesticks

Materials

Wood

Kashmiri Candlesticks, India Circa 1910

H 14 in Dm 5.5 in

Vintage Indian Brass Candle Pricket

Located in Yonkers, NY

An elegantly defined brass vintage pricket from India used to host candles. The pricket is centered

Category

Mid-20th Century Indian More Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Vintage Indian Brass Candle Pricket

H 27 in Dm 7.5 in

Brass Trumpet Tea Light Holder

By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.

Located in London, GB

This very charming brass tea light holder is the perfect accessory for modern or more vintage

Category

2010s Indian Organic Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Brass Trumpet Tea Light Holder

H 0.79 in Dm 3.75 in

Hand-Carved Wood Candlestick from India, Mid-20th Century

Located in New York, NY

Tall, hand-carved wood candlestick from India. Gilt finish, distressed. Holds candles up to 4

Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Agra Candlesticks

Materials

Giltwood

Hand-Carved Wood Candlestick from India, Mid-20th Century

H 28 in Dm 5 in

Candlesticks Flute in Marble Handcrafted in India By Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

production is started. Prices do not include shipping from India (for custom orders) or our MN warehouse

Category

2010s Indian Other Candlesticks

Materials

Marble

Candlesticks Flute in Marble Handcrafted in India By Paul Mathieu

H 23 in W 3 in D 3 in

Candlesticks Ove in Marble Handcrafted in India By Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

not include shipping from India (for custom orders) or our MN warehouse (items from stock). That will

Category

2010s Indian Other Candlesticks

Materials

Marble

Candlesticks Ove in Marble Handcrafted in India By Paul Mathieu

H 23 in W 3 in D 3 in

Hand Carved Wood Candlestick from India, in Gilt Rustic Finish

Located in New York, NY

A hand carved wood candle stand from India, circa 1960. Gilt finish. 14 inches high on an 8-inch

Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Anglo-Indian Candlesticks

Materials

Wood

Hand Carved Wood Candlestick from India, in Gilt Rustic Finish

H 14 in W 8 in D 8 in

Vintage Set of 3 Vintage Brass Votive Candleholders - Made in India

Located in Fort Washington, MD

heritage of India, each piece has been skillfully made to cast enchanting patterns of light and shadow

Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian More Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Vintage Set of 3 Vintage Brass Votive Candleholders - Made in India

H 9.5 in Dm 3.25 in

Magnolia Twig T-Light Holder, Nickel-Plated, Long

By The Design Foundry

Located in London, GB

beautiful homes. Each of these splendid brass Magnolia Twig T-Light Holders is handmade individually with

Category

2010s Indian Organic Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Magnolia Twig T-Light Holder, Nickel-Plated, Long

H 6.7 in W 12.49 in D 16.03 in

Candlesticks Plate i in White Marble Handcrafted in India By Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

not include shipping from India (for custom orders) or our MN warehouse (items from stock). That will

Category

2010s Indian Other Candlesticks

Materials

Marble

Candlesticks Plate i in White Marble Handcrafted in India By Paul Mathieu

H 23 in W 6 in D 6 in

Candlesticks Plate II in White Marble Handcrafted in India By Paul Mathieu

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

not include shipping from India (for custom orders) or our MN warehouse (items from stock). That will

Category

2010s Indian Other Candlesticks

Materials

Marble

Candlesticks Plate II in White Marble Handcrafted in India By Paul Mathieu

H 23 in W 8 in D 8 in

Bronze Cast Magnolia Twig Tea Light Holder with Light Patina, Tall

By The Design Foundry

Located in London, GB

beautiful homes. Each of these splendid bronze Magnolia Twig T-light holders is handmade individually with

Category

2010s Indian Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Cast Magnolia Twig Tea Light Holder with Light Patina, Tall

H 6.89 in W 7.37 in D 19.41 in

Handmade Bronze Cast Magnolia Twig T-Light Holder with Dark Patina, Tall

By The Design Foundry

Located in London, GB

beautiful homes. Each of these splendid bronze Magnolia twig t-light holders is handmade individually with

Category

2010s Indian Organic Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Bronze

Handmade Bronze Cast Magnolia Twig T-Light Holder with Dark Patina, Tall

H 6.89 in W 7.37 in D 19.41 in

Pair of Ornate Indian Silver Plated White Bronze Torcheires

Located in Asheville, NC

with silver. Removable fine crystal glass bowl sits atop and holds any size candle. They are a handsome

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Candle Holders

Pair of Ornate Indian Silver Plated White Bronze Torcheires

H 20 in Dm 12 in

Antique Pair of Cold Painted Regal Man & Woman White Meta Figural Candlesticks

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A strikingly impressive pair of figural candle holders, cast in the form of finely modelled Regal

Category

Early 20th Century Indian Other Candlesticks

Materials

Bronze

Antique Pair of Cold Painted Regal Man & Woman White Meta Figural Candlesticks

H 15.5 in W 5 in D 5 in

Art Deco Silver Inlaid Black Quarter Circle Candleholder

By Leah Singh

Located in Westfield, NJ

Our Art Deco-inspired candleholders are ethically handcrafted by artisans in Southern India using a

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Candlesticks

Materials

Metal, Silver

Art Deco Silver Inlaid Black Quarter Circle Candleholder

H 5 in W 5 in D 1.5 in

Art Deco Brass Inlaid Black Triangle Candleholder

By Leah Singh

Located in Westfield, NJ

Our Art Deco-inspired candleholders are ethically handcrafted by artisans in Southern India using a

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Candlesticks

Materials

Metal, Silver

Art Deco Brass Inlaid Black Triangle Candleholder

H 5 in W 5 in D 1.5 in

Vintage Brass and Mother Of Pearl Candlesticks A Pair

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Vintage Brass and Mother Of Pearl Candlesticks. A pair of vintage brass and mother of pearl candle

Category

Late 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Vintage Brass and Mother Of Pearl Candlesticks A Pair

H 8.25 in Dm 3.5 in

Art Deco Brass Inlaid Black Small Square Candleholder

By Leah Singh

Located in Westfield, NJ

Our Art Deco-inspired candleholders are ethically handcrafted by artisans in Southern India using a

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Candlesticks

Materials

Metal, Silver

Art Deco Brass Inlaid Black Small Square Candleholder

H 4 in W 4 in D 1.5 in

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

Located in London, GB

An incredibly detailed an ornate hand carved Torchere from India late 19th Century. Carved into the

Category

Antique 1890s Indian Anglo-Indian Torchères

Materials

Wood

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

H 42.72 in W 16.54 in D 14.18 in

Bunny Williams Home Forged Hurricane

By Bunny Williams Home

Located in New York, NY

weighted forged iron base supports the metal-capped glass shade. Accommodates a 2" diam. candle.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian More Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

Bunny Williams Home Forged Hurricane

H 20 in Dm 8.5 in

Standing Elephant Candleholder

Located in Paris, FR

base. Candle not included.

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

Bunny Williams Home Hildegard Hurricane

By Bunny Williams Home

Located in New York, NY

” diameter candle (not included).

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian More Candle Holders

Materials

Metal

Bunny Williams Home Hildegard Hurricane

H 20 in Dm 7 in

Reversible Handmade Cast Brass Tea-Light + Taper Candleholder with Bronze Patina

By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.

Located in London, GB

Ingenious and very charming reversible handmade cast brass candle / tea-light holder. Just reverse

Category

2010s Indian Organic Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Reversible Handmade Cast Brass Tea-Light + Taper Candleholder with Bronze Patina

H 2.37 in Dm 1.78 in

Bunny Williams Home Forged Hurricane

By Bunny Williams Home

Located in New York, NY

weighted forged iron base supports the metal-capped glass shade. Accommodates a 2" diam. candle.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian More Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

Bunny Williams Home Forged Hurricane

H 20 in Dm 8.5 in

Bunny Williams Home Hildegard Hurricane

By Bunny Williams Home

Located in New York, NY

” diameter candle (not included).

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian More Candle Holders

Materials

Metal

Bunny Williams Home Hildegard Hurricane

H 20 in Dm 7 in

Candlephore Medium Photophore

Located in Paris, FR

candle, candle not included.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Candle Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel

Candlephore Medium Photophore

H 26.38 in W 7.88 in D 7.29 in

Candlephore High Photophore

Located in Paris, FR

candle, candle not included.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Candle Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel

Candlephore High Photophore

H 44.89 in W 9.45 in D 9.06 in

Nelson Rockefeller Collection Asian Inspired Brass Candlesticks

By Mottahedeh

Located in Atlanta, GA

by Mottahedeh, India, circa 1970s. In the 1970s Rockefeller selected some items from his incredible

Category

Vintage 1970s Indian Chinoiserie Candlesticks

Materials

Metal, Brass

Nelson Rockefeller Collection Asian Inspired Brass Candlesticks

H 19.5 in Dm 9 in

Mid 20th Century Pair of Brass Candlesticks

Located in Canton, MA

India Dimensions: Height: 11? Width: 3.5? Depth: 3.5?.

Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Mid 20th Century Pair of Brass Candlesticks

H 11 in W 3.5 in D 3.5 in

Mid 20th Century Pair of Brass Candlesticks

Located in Canton, MA

India Dimensions: Height: 9? Width: 3.5? Depth: 3.5?.

Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Mid 20th Century Pair of Brass Candlesticks

H 9 in W 3.5 in D 3.5 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

Free Shipping

H 9.85 in W 5.52 in D 2.76 in

Wave Candlestick (sold individually, small, blackened)

By Michael Dreeben

Located in Chicago, IL

. The two met in Jaipur, India in 1998: Dreeben had recently completed an MFA in sculpture at the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Candlesticks

Materials

Fruitwood

Wave Candlestick (sold individually, small, blackened)

H 12 in Dm 2.5 in

Handmade Cast Brass Bird T-Light Candleholder with Polished Finish

By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.

Located in London, GB

Each of those original and elegant brass t-light holders is handmade individually. Cast using very

Category

2010s Indian Organic Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Handmade Cast Brass Bird T-Light Candleholder with Polished Finish

H 1.54 in W 2.92 in D 4.14 in

Set of 3 Handmade Cast Brass Textured T-light Candleholders

By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.

Located in London, GB

Each of these original brass tealight holders is handmade individually. Cast and textured using

Category

2010s Indian Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Set of 3 Handmade Cast Brass Textured T-light Candleholders

H 0.79 in Dm 3.35 in

Giltwood Decorative Candlestick

Located in New York, NY

A gilded wood candlestick from India, ornately hand carved. Circa 1990.

Category

1990s Indian Anglo-Indian Candlesticks

Materials

Giltwood

Giltwood Decorative Candlestick

H 14 in Dm 6 in

Get Updated with New Arrivals

Save "India Candle Holders", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

India Candle Holders For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of India candle holders for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique India candle holders was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and bronze. We have 94 antique and vintage India candle holders in-stock, while there are 52 modern editions to choose from as well. India candle holders have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. India candle holders made by Modern designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. The Design Foundry, Leah Singh and Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd. each produced beautiful India candle holders that are worth considering.

How Much are India Candle Holders?

Prices for India candle holders start at $24 and top out at $8,300 with the average selling for $326.

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 India Candle Holders

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 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.
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 the different types of candle holders?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
Some of the most common types of candle holders include candlesticks, candelabras, hurricanes and votive cups. A candlestick is a column-like holder for tapers, while a candelabra is a multi-armed taper holder with a single candlestick-like body. Hurricanes are tall round shades designed for pillar candles, and a votive cup is a small cylindrical holder for a votive candle or tealight. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of candle holders.
What are vintage candle holders called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
What vintage candle holders are called depends on their design. Narrow tall ones designed for tapers are candlesticks, while multi-armed taper holders are candelabra. Small holders are votive or tealight holders or cups depending on their dimensions. Find a selection of vintage candle holders on 1stDibs.
What are 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 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.
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.

African Travel Plans on Hold? This Ardmore Leopard Vase Brings the Beauty of the Savanna to You

It’s an excellent example of the sought-after ceramics coming out of South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province.

With a High-Tech Flagship and Cool Collabs, Lladró Is Breaking the Mold for Porcelain Production

Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.

Zoë Powell’s Magnolia 05 Vessel Is Handmade from Clay She Unearthed Herself

The free-form stoneware piece is inspired by the magnolia tree and its associations with home.

8 Ways to Breathe New Life into a Space with Plants

The pair behind the Instagram account @houseplantclub share their tips for making any room of the house gloriously green.

Paris Gallerist Sandy Toupenet Gets Fired Up over 20th-Century Ceramics and Inventive New Makers

Her space on the city’s Left Bank mixes mid-century pieces by the likes of Jean Cocteau and Pablo Picasso with whimsical contemporary creations.

These Soft Sculptures Are Childhood Imaginary Friends Come to Life

Miami artist and designer Gabriela Noelle’s fantastical creations appeal to the Peter Pan in all of us.

This Vivacious Teapot Has Agnes Martin on One Side and Jean-Michel Basquiat on the Other

Ceramist Roberto Lugo brings a street-art sensibility to a dainty serving vessel while paying homage to his artistic heroes.

This Rare Set of 100 Alessi Vases Includes Designs by Scores of International Artists

Alessandro Mendini, Michael Graves, Ettore Sottsass and other design luminaries contributed to this unusual collection of porcelain wares representing a time capsule of late-20th-century decorative art.