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Danish Onion Candle Holders in Gift Box by Jens H. Quistgaard 1960s, Set of 2.
Danish Onion Candle Holders in Gift Box by Jens H. Quistgaard 1960s, Set of 2.

Danish Onion Candle Holders in Gift Box by Jens H. Quistgaard 1960s, Set of 2.

By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard

Located in Asaa, DK

Danish Onion Candle Holders in Gift Box by Jens H. Quistgaard for Dansk Designs 1960s, Set of 2.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Silver Plate

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Dansk Silver Onion Tiny Taper Candle Holders by Jens Quistgaard - Set of 2
Dansk Silver Onion Tiny Taper Candle Holders by Jens Quistgaard - Set of 2

Dansk Silver Onion Tiny Taper Candle Holders by Jens Quistgaard - Set of 2

By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk

Located in Fairfield, CA

A pair of mid century silver plated tiny taper candle holders. Onion shaped with faceted bases so that the candle holders can either stand upright or tilted.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

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Metal

Pair Dansk onion shaped candlesticks stamped Dansk Denmark
Pair Dansk onion shaped candlesticks stamped Dansk Denmark

Pair Dansk onion shaped candlesticks stamped Dansk Denmark

By Dansk

Located in London, GB

Pair of original 1960’s Dansk design small heavy pivoting onion shaped candlesticks. Stamped Dansk Denmark.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Steel

Pair Dansk onion shaped candlesticks stamped Dansk Denmark
Pair Dansk onion shaped candlesticks stamped Dansk Denmark

Pair Dansk onion shaped candlesticks stamped Dansk Denmark

By Dansk

Located in London, GB

Pair of original 1960’s Dansk design small heavy pivoting onion shaped candlesticks. Stamped Dansk Denmark.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Steel

Vintage Postmodern Italian Onion Flower Shaped Metal Candleholder, 1980s
Vintage Postmodern Italian Onion Flower Shaped Metal Candleholder, 1980s

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Located in Hamburg, DE

Vintage Postmodern Italian Onion Flower Shaped Metal Candleholder from Carnevale, 1980s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1980 to 1989 official proof of authenticity such as vintage...

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20th Century Italian Post-Modern More Candle Holders

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Meissen, Germany. Large Blue Onion porcelain candlestick. Late 19th C.
Meissen, Germany. Large Blue Onion porcelain candlestick. Late 19th C.

Meissen, Germany. Large Blue Onion porcelain candlestick. Late 19th C.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Meissen, Germany. Large Blue Onion porcelain candlestick. Hand-painted. Late 19th century. Perfect condition. Marked. First factory quality. Dimensions: H 23.0 cm x D 15.0 cm.

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Meissen, Germany.  Pair of Blue Onion patterned candlesticks. 1920s/30s
Meissen, Germany.  Pair of Blue Onion patterned candlesticks. 1920s/30s

Meissen, Germany. Pair of Blue Onion patterned candlesticks. 1920s/30s

Located in København, Copenhagen

Meissen, Germany. A pair of Blue Onion patterned candlesticks. Dating: 1920s/30s. First factory quality. In perfect condition. Marked. Dimensions: H 17.0 cm. x D 12.5 cm.

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Antique Sherwood & Wedge British Nautical Maritime Brass Onion Ship Oil Lanterns
Antique Sherwood & Wedge British Nautical Maritime Brass Onion Ship Oil Lanterns

Antique Sherwood & Wedge British Nautical Maritime Brass Onion Ship Oil Lanterns

Located in Dayton, OH

Pair of two antique Sherwood & Wedge "onion" navigational lamps featuring a cylindrical brass base, pierced top and fluted chimney cap, rotating wire bail handle, and simple wire cag...

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Meissen Blue Onion Pattern Candle Stick, 20th Century
Meissen Blue Onion Pattern Candle Stick, 20th Century

Meissen Blue Onion Pattern Candle Stick, 20th Century

Located in København, Copenhagen

Meissen blue onion pattern candle stick, 20 century. In perfect condition. 1st factory quality. Measures: 16.5 cm X 12 cm. Stamped.

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20th Century German Rococo Candlesticks

Stadt Meissen Blue Onion Patterned Candlestick, Early 1900s
Stadt Meissen Blue Onion Patterned Candlestick, Early 1900s

Stadt Meissen Blue Onion Patterned Candlestick, Early 1900s

Located in København, Copenhagen

Stadt Meissen blue onion patterned candlestick, early 1900s. In perfect condition. Stamped. Measures: 16 x 1.5 cm.

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Early 20th Century German Candlesticks

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Porcelain

Candleholders by Jens H. Quistgaard for Dansk Designs 1960s Set of 6
Candleholders by Jens H. Quistgaard for Dansk Designs 1960s Set of 6

Candleholders by Jens H. Quistgaard for Dansk Designs 1960s Set of 6

By Jens Quistgaard

Located in Asaa, DK

Quistgaard for Dansk Designs 1960s set of 6 Set of six small silver plated onion shaped candle holders designed by Danish designer Jens Harald Quistgaard also known as IHQ.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

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Pair of Hand Painted Ceramic Onions Candlesticks
Pair of Hand Painted Ceramic Onions Candlesticks

Pair of Hand Painted Ceramic Onions Candlesticks

By Fitz and Floyd

Located in Oakland Park, FL

Pair of hand painted green and white ceramic onions candlesticks Hand painted ceramic onion candleholders. From Fitz & Floyd. Stand not included Measures: 6 x 3 x 3.

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1990s American Bohemian Candlesticks

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Vintage, new and antique candlesticks and candleholders do not simply infuse a dining room with a soft, warm glow. They also add dimension, conjure drama and draw attention to a table or mantel. Despite their practical origins, today, decorative candlesticks and their holders elevate spaces by matching interiors or adding color and bold shapes.

For those who enjoy the rich pageantry of the Old Masters, candlesticks in the Baroque and Rococo styles offer intricacy and opulence. The design of Baroque candlesticks — thanks to the influence of the Catholic Church — often boasted complex shapes and featured biblical figures. While bronze candlestick holders have a long history dating back to the ancient world, many 17th-century candlesticks were made of luxurious silver. Armed with a disposable income and a desire to show off their status, the newly emerging middle class acquired candlestick holders as intricate art pieces, beautiful and opulent in their own right.

The Art Deco movement of the early 20th century saw candlesticks designed with simplicity and symmetry in mind. Art Deco candlesticks boast all manner of forms, ranging from sleek curves to bodies of ribbed crystal or bronze that take the shape of animals.

While some 20th-century-era candlesticks are akin to statues in their grandeur, these decorative items became especially fashionable in the mid-20th century for atmospherically illuminating dinner tables. Mid-century modern candlesticks frequently epitomize the streamlined functionality that we’ve come to associate with the era.

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Questions About Onion Candle Holder

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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    What tall candle holders are called varies. Holders intended for pillar candles are hurricanes and are often made of glass. Tall wood or metal candle holders for one taper are candlesticks, while ones with multiple arms that accommodate more than one taper are candelabras. On 1stDibs, find a collection of candle holders.
  • 1stDibs 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.
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    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.
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