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 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 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.

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Sheffield Silver Plate Candle Holders W/ Sterling Silver Mounts, Mid 20th C.

Located in San Francisco, CA

" diameter at the base x 8" and 8.5" high One candle holder is 1/2" taller than the other Offered as a

Category

Mid-20th Century English Candlesticks

Materials

Sterling Silver, Copper

Sheffield Silver Plate Candle Holders W/ Sterling Silver Mounts, Mid 20th C.

H 8.5 in Dm 4.75 in

Pair of Torben Ørskov Candle Holders in Patinaed Brass & Nickel

By Torben Orskov

Located in East Hampton, NY

not a very common model and only one candle holder retains the original label from Ørskov. THIS ITEM

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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Pair of Torben Ørskov Candle Holders in Patinaed Brass & Nickel

H 7.5 in Dm 4 in

Italian Rococo Style Gilt Metal and Cut Glass Candle Holder, a Pair

Located in Plainview, NY

resting on paw feet. One candle holder is taller than the other. Dimensions: Larger: 23" H x 9" W x 9

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Rococo Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

Italian Rococo Style Gilt Metal and Cut Glass Candle Holder, a Pair

H 23 in W 9 in D 9 in

19th Century French Pair of Antique Large Wrought Iron Wall Sconces

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

candle holders. Wear consistent with age and use. Circa 1890 - 1920, France.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Candle Sconces

Materials

Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron

19th Century French Pair of Antique Large Wrought Iron Wall Sconces

H 45 in W 18.5 in D 9.5 in

Swedish Candleholders in Brass by Pierre Forsell for Skultuna, 1960s, Set of 3

By Skultuna, Pierre Forsell

Located in Vorst, BE

Set of 3 candleholders by Pierre Forssell made of solid brass. Combination of one candle-holder

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Swedish Candleholders in Brass by Pierre Forsell for Skultuna, 1960s, Set of 3

H 1.38 in W 12.6 in D 2.96 in

“Fit Candle One” Travertine Marble Minimalist Candle Holder by Aparentment

By Josep Vila Capdevila

Located in Terrassa, Catalonia

The Fit Candle One is a minimalist style candle holder made of treated Travertine marble. This

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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Minimalist Candelabras

Materials

Travertine, Marble, Brass

“Fit Candle One” Travertine Marble Minimalist Candle Holder by Aparentment

H 6.3 in W 6.7 in D 3.55 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

Sculptural candle stick holders

Located in Stoughton, MA

eclectic charm, blending organic forms with functional design. These one of a kind candle holders boast

Category

2010s Candelabras

Materials

Ceramic

Sculptural candle stick holders

H 7 in W 26 in D 4 in

Tetra CS, Candle Holders

Located in Beirut, LB

Inspired by the Tetra Line, this small candle holder can be joined with a large one (TETRA - CL

Category

2010s Lebanese Modern Candle Sconces

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Tetra CS, Candle Holders

H 10.63 in W 7.88 in D 6.7 in

Candle Holder Stephane Parmentier for Giobagnara Palazzo Candle Holder (Triple)

By Giobagnara, Stephane Parmentier

Located in New York, NY

Palazzo Candle Holder Triple -- Stephane Parmentier x Giobagnara Available in printed calfskin

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Candelabras

Materials

Leather

Candle Holder Stephane Parmentier for Giobagnara Palazzo Candle Holder (Triple)

H 13 in W 18.9 in D 6.3 in

Candle Holder Stephane Parmentier for Giobagnara Palazzo Candle Holder (Single)

By Stephane Parmentier, Giobagnara

Located in New York, NY

Palazzo Candle Holder Single -- Stephane Parmentier x Giobagnara Available in printed calfskin

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Candelabras

Materials

Leather

Candle Holder Stephane Parmentier for Giobagnara Palazzo Candle Holder (Single)

H 13 in W 6.3 in D 6.3 in

Minelo, Blue Candle Holder

By Sophie Dries

Located in Paris, FR

bridge created cutting a circle in a half, and it can hold two candles and one incense stick. Minelo is

Category

2010s Italian Candlesticks

Materials

Terracotta

Minelo, Blue Candle Holder

H 5.91 in W 7.49 in D 2.37 in

Tetra CL, Large Candle Holder

Located in Beirut, LB

Inspired by the Tetra Line, this large candle holder can be joined with a small one (TETRA - CS

Category

2010s Lebanese Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Tetra CL, Large Candle Holder

H 10.63 in W 15.75 in D 11.82 in

Bronze Antiqued Brass Candle Holder

By J.M. Szymanski

Located in Bronx, NY

CANDLE HOLDERS BY STEVEN DAILY STUDIO Description From the artist – “Bronze candle buddies. I

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2010s American Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Antiqued Brass Candle Holder

H 2 in W 6 in D 6 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

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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

Onyx Candle Holders, a Pair

Located in Germantown, MD

Two modern style candle stands in rich onyx marble. Tall one measures 2" in diameter and 4.5" tall

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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Onyx

Onyx Candle Holders, a Pair

H 4.5 in W 2 in D 2 in

Pair French 19th Century Wrought Iron Candle Holders

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Pair of tall hand-wrought candelabras. One was painted a long time ago (now a nice faded patina

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Antique 19th Century French Candle Holders

Pair French 19th Century Wrought Iron Candle Holders

H 78.35 in W 24.41 in D 19.69 in

Drape Candle Holder by Mydriaz

By Mydriaz

Located in Geneve, CH

Drape candle holder by Mydriaz Dimensions: D 26 x W 21 x H 16 cm Materials: Fir green glazed

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2010s French Post-Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Porcelain

Drape Candle Holder by Mydriaz

H 6.3 in W 8.27 in D 10.24 in

Antique Sterling Silver Candle Holders

By Edmund Vincent

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

The shaped bases of these Georgian silver candle holders are embellished with a swept fluted upper

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Antique 1770s British George III Candlesticks

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Candle Holders

H 11 in W 3.3 in D 3.3 in

Small Hands Up Candle Holder

Located in Greenwich, CT

finish. A hand painted blue floral pattern wraps around the exterior. Holds one tapered candle. Crafted

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2010s Dutch More Candle Holders

Materials

Porcelain

Small Hands Up Candle Holder

H 10 in W 3 in D 4 in

Peacock Candle Holder by Jacob Petit

By Jacob Petit

Located in New Orleans, LA

This candle holder by renowned porcelain manufacturer Jacob Petit is extravagantly designed in the

Category

Antique 19th Century French Rococo Candlesticks

Materials

Porcelain

Peacock Candle Holder by Jacob Petit

H 7.25 in W 6.63 in D 4.88 in

Two Candle Holders Vienna Around 1950s

Located in Wien, AT

Two candle holders vienna around 1950s Size bigger one: H: 15cm W: 30cm D: 7cm Size smaler one: H

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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Two Candle Holders Vienna Around 1950s

H 5.91 in W 11.82 in D 2.76 in

all' Eden Handmade Crystal Candle Holder

Located in Glendale, CA

home decor and introduces a new language to crystal candle holders. The asymmetrically attached amber

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2010s Unknown Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Crystal

all' Eden Handmade Crystal Candle Holder

H 8.9 in W 3.2 in D 3.2 in

21st Century Modern Double Candle Holder

Located in Lisbon, PT

The Constellation candle holder series mark the first collaboration of GAIA&GINO and Porto based

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2010s Portuguese More Candle Holders

Materials

Marble, Metal

21st Century Modern Double Candle Holder

H 8.67 in W 12.21 in D 3.15 in

Large Antler Candle Holder ca. 1900

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Large Antler Candle Holder ca. 1900 An antique large antler candle holder made from real deer and

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Early 20th Century German Rustic Candlesticks

Materials

Antler, Horn

Large Antler Candle Holder ca. 1900

H 15.75 in W 19.3 in D 9.85 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

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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Crystal

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

H 5 in W 4 in D 3 in

Rocky Glen Votives, One of a Kind Ceramic Candle Holders, MUGLY.NYC, 2023

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Introducing the Rocky Glen Votives - exquisite ceramic candle holders that reflect the raw beauty

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2010s American Candlesticks

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Porcelain

Rocky Glen Votives, One of a Kind Ceramic Candle Holders, MUGLY.NYC, 2023

H 3 in Dm 4 in

Altar Candle Holder by Camila Apaez

Located in Geneve, CH

Altar Candle Holder by Camila Apaez One-of-a-Kind Materials: Stoneware Dimensions: W 26 x D 9 x 24

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2010s Mexican Modern Candelabras

Materials

Stoneware

Altar Candle Holder by Camila Apaez

H 9.45 in W 10.24 in D 3.55 in

Candle Holder Candelabro by Camila Apaez

Located in Geneve, CH

Candle Holder Candelabro by Camila Apaez. One of a Kind. Materials: Stoneware. Dimensions: 11 x

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2010s Mexican Modern Candelabras

Materials

Stoneware

Candle Holder Candelabro by Camila Apaez

H 6.3 in W 4.34 in D 2.76 in

Mitosis Candle Holder by Camila Apaez

Located in Geneve, CH

Mitosis candle holder by Camila Apaez One of a Kind Materials: Stoneware Dimensions: W 10 x D 7

Category

2010s Mexican Modern Candelabras

Materials

Stoneware

Mitosis Candle Holder by Camila Apaez

H 2.76 in W 3.94 in D 2.76 in

Bunker Candle Holder by Arno Declercq

By Arno Declercq

Located in Geneve, CH

Bunker candle holder by Arno Declercq Materials: Burned and waxed Oak. Dimensions: W 32 x D 32 x H

Category

2010s Belgian Post-Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Oak

Bunker Candle Holder by Arno Declercq

H 19.69 in W 12.6 in D 12.6 in

Alimenta Candle Holder by Riccardo Cenedella

Located in Geneve, CH

Alimenta candle holder by Riccardo Cenedella Dimensions: D 9 x W 9 x H 15 cm Materials: Food

Category

2010s English Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Other

Alimenta Candle Holder by Riccardo Cenedella

H 5.91 in W 3.55 in D 3.55 in

Vintage Sterling Silver Gilt Candle Holders

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

struck to the surface of one leg of each candlestick are all very clear; the hallmarks are deeply struck

Category

Vintage 1960s English Candlesticks

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Sterling Silver Gilt Candle Holders

H 1.26 in Dm 6.7 in

Antique Cast Sterling Silver Candle Holders

By William Eaton

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

renowned London silversmith William Eaton; one of the pieces bears the date letter 'l' (1826) and the

Category

Antique 1820s British Candlesticks

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Cast Sterling Silver Candle Holders

H 11.8 in Dm 3.1 in

Minelo, Green Candle Holder, Sophie Dries

By Sophie Dries

Located in Paris, FR

bridge created cutting a circle in a half, and it can hold two candles and one incense stick. MINELO is

Category

2010s Italian Candlesticks

Materials

Terracotta

Minelo, Green Candle Holder, Sophie Dries

H 5.91 in W 7.49 in D 2.37 in

Candelabara Candle Holder by Michael Gittings

By Michael Gittings

Located in Geneve, CH

Candelabara cande holder by Michael Gittings Dimensions: d 60 x w 60 x h 60 cm. Materials

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2010s Australian Post-Modern Candle Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel

Candelabara Candle Holder by Michael Gittings

H 23.63 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in

21st Century Modern Candelabra/Candle Holders

Located in Lisbon, PT

metallic structures that seem like drawings in space. The collection consists of one arm, double arm

Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Candelabras

Materials

Marble, Metal

21st Century Modern Candelabra/Candle Holders

H 14.97 in W 17.33 in D 17.33 in

Group of Five Danish Brass Candle Holders

Located in London, GB

Five solid brass Mid-Century Modern candle holders, 2 pairs and a single for regular candles. The

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Group of Five Danish Brass Candle Holders

H 7.09 in W 9.06 in D 2.37 in

21st Century Modern Single Candle Holder

Located in Lisbon, PT

metallic structures that seem like drawings in space. The collection consists of one arm, double arm

Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Marble, Metal

21st Century Modern Single Candle Holder

H 14.18 in Dm 3.15 in

Pair of Gilt Bronze Cherubs Candle Holders

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a pair of gilt bronze candle holders. Each one of them depicts a cherub figure who is

Category

20th Century Beaux Arts Candlesticks

Materials

Alabaster, Bronze

Pair of Gilt Bronze Cherubs Candle Holders

H 8.25 in W 3.25 in D 3.25 in

Gothic Style Wrought Iron Candle holder/Torchere

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a tall wrought iron candle holder/torchere that ends in a tripod base. Each leg of this

Category

20th Century Gothic Torchères

Materials

Wrought Iron

Gothic Style Wrought Iron Candle holder/Torchere

H 71 in W 17 in D 17 in

Pair of French Brustalist Candle Holder, 1950

Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR

A unique set of two brutalist candle holders from the fifties. each one is made and welded from

Category

Vintage 1950s European Brutalist Candlesticks

Materials

Steel

Pair of French Brustalist Candle Holder, 1950

H 14.57 in W 9.45 in D 6.3 in

Pair of French Brustalist Candle Holder, 1950

Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR

A unique set of two brutalist candle holders from the fifties. each one is made and welded from

Category

Vintage 1950s European Brutalist Candlesticks

Materials

Steel

Pair of French Brustalist Candle Holder, 1950

H 11.82 in W 7.88 in D 7.09 in

Longchamp France Elegant Green Candle Holder 1950s

By Longchamp

Located in Tilburg, NL

Elegant Green French Candle Holder, Longchamp, 1950s, France. This green candle holder - or lamp

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Ceramic

Longchamp France Elegant Green Candle Holder 1950s

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H 6.3 in W 7.88 in D 3.15 in

Round White Onyx Candle Holder Manually Carved

Located in Stratford, CT

truly fascinating. A word about the onyx candle holders There are two types of candle holders

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2010s Mexican Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Onyx

Round White Onyx Candle Holder Manually Carved

H 4 in Dm 4.25 in

Kadomatsu Candle Holder, Small by Michele Chiossi

By Michele Chiossi

Located in Geneve, CH

Kadomatsu candle holder small by Michele Chiossi Jap Vegetation Collection Dimensions: 4 x 19 cm

Category

2010s Italian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Marble

Kadomatsu Candle Holder, Small by Michele Chiossi

H 7.49 in Dm 1.58 in

Art Deco Handmade Milled-Brass Candle Holder

By DAY Studio

Located in Lisbon, PT

Equinox candle holder is a part of a family of candleholders and centerpieces playing with volumes

Category

2010s Portuguese Art Deco Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Handmade Milled-Brass Candle Holder

H 3.15 in Dm 3.94 in

Handmade Collector Candle Holder 24k Gold Greece

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Handcrafted collector decorative candle Holder blue porcelain with 24K gold design. Vintage

Category

Mid-20th Century Greek Classical Greek Candelabras

Materials

Porcelain

Handmade Collector Candle Holder 24k Gold Greece

H 6.25 in W 5.25 in D 4 in

Bronze Candlestick or Candle Holder, 16th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

arises a truncated cone axis opening into a smooth plate that houses the candle holder (this one with a

Category

Antique 16th Century European Gothic Candlesticks

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Candlestick or Candle Holder, 16th Century

H 3.94 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in

MCM Sterling Silver Candle Holders - A Pair

Located in Austin, TX

holders. I love them! The Gorham Silver Manufacturing Company was founded and operated in Providence

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Silver

MCM Sterling Silver Candle Holders - A Pair

H 2 in W 3.5 in D 3 in

Vertigo Menorah Black Onyx Stone Candle Holder

By AIREDELSUR

Located in Buenos Aires, AR

solid stones, with a vertigo stability. Our pieces are made by hand. One of a kind. All natural stones

Category

2010s Argentine Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Onyx, Stone, Metal

Vertigo Menorah Black Onyx Stone Candle Holder

H 2.76 in W 15.75 in D 1.97 in

Victorian English Sterling Silver Taper Candle Holders

By William Moulson

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

; the full hallmarks to the base of one candlestick has wear in keeping with age, but remains clear and

Category

Antique 1840s English Victorian Candlesticks

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Victorian English Sterling Silver Taper Candle Holders

H 4.7 in Dm 1.2 in

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

By Gabriela Anastasio Holloway

Located in Torrington, CT

-packaged with a bow. 2.5" dia x 7" tall Fits candles with a .75" diameter or just under one inch wide

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

20th century Vivarini Murano Glass Candle Holder, 1950s

By Vivarini Murano

Located in LEGNY, FR

Murano glass candle holder by Vivarini representing a valet on one knee and holding the candle

Category

Vintage 1950s French Candlesticks

Materials

Murano Glass

20th century Vivarini Murano Glass Candle Holder, 1950s

H 14.18 in W 6.7 in D 4.73 in

Candelabara 2 Candle Holder by Michael Gittings

By Michael Gittings

Located in Geneve, CH

Candelabara 2 cande holder by Michael Gittings Dimensions: D 50 x W 50 x H 50 cm. Materials

Category

2010s Australian Post-Modern Candle Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel

Candelabara 2 Candle Holder by Michael Gittings

H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

English 19th Century Pierced Brass Castellated Candle Holder

Located in Lincoln, GB

Candle Holder is not only a beautiful decorative piece but also a practical one. It securely holds a

Category

Antique 19th Century English Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

English 19th Century Pierced Brass Castellated Candle Holder

H 12 in Dm 5 in

Majestic Solid Rosewood Tall Candle Holders Danish Modern

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in San Diego, CA

Incredible tall pair of hand-turned candle holders with brass, fittings the grain on the wood its

Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Chrome

Majestic Solid Rosewood Tall Candle Holders Danish Modern

H 13.5 in Dm 3.5 in

1970s Aqua, Green, Light Beige Ceramic Candle Holders

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Set of two midcentury Scandinavian Modern ceramic candle holders in aqua and white colors. Vertical

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Stoneware, Pottery, Ceramic

1970s Aqua, Green, Light Beige Ceramic Candle Holders

H 7.49 in Dm 4.57 in

Silver Plated Pair of Candle Holders Marked Calegaro

By Georg Jensen

Located in Bochum, NRW

to twice as high as that of the traditional one. These candle holders can hold each 3 lights. In very

Category

1990s Italian Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver Plated Pair of Candle Holders Marked Calegaro

H 7.88 in Dm 7.88 in

21st Century Modern Handmade Cast-Brass Candle Holder

Located in Lisbon, PT

Cleo Candle Holder is designed by London based designer duo PearsonLloyd for GAIA&GINO, consisting

Category

2010s Portuguese Art Deco More Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

21st Century Modern Handmade Cast-Brass Candle Holder

H 3.15 in W 1.19 in D 8.67 in

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At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal one candle holder for your home. A one candle holder — often made from metal, brass and bronze — can elevate any home. Find 2617 options for an antique or vintage one candle holder now, or shop our selection of 625 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the one candle holder you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A one candle holder, designed in the mid-century modern, modern or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made one candle holder over the years, but those crafted by WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Jover + Valls and Skultuna are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

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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 One Candle Holder

What is a hurricane candle holder?
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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 is the difference between a candle stick and a candle holder?
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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 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.
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 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?
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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?
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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 those tall candle holders called?
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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?
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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.
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 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.

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