Set of 3 Postmodern German Candleholders from SKS, West Germany, 1980s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Three coloured candlesticks of different heights by sks, west-germany. a design in postmodern
20th Century German Post-Modern More Candle Holders
Metal
Set of 3 Postmodern German Candleholders from SKS, West Germany, 1980s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Three coloured candlesticks of different heights by sks, west-germany. a design in postmodern
Metal
Postmodern Pair of Brown and Aquamarine Murano Glass Candleholders, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
become a piece in a home. This pair would work wonders with the postmodern set of three aquamarine and
Murano Glass
Set of 2 Vintage Postmodern Italian Wood and Stone Candleholders, 1980s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Vintage Postmodern Italian Wood and Stone Candleholders, 1980s, Set of 2, in Very Good conditions
Stone
Christophe Pillet for Algorithme, Postmodern Silver Plate Candlesticks, a Pair
By Christophe Pillet
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
Fabulous, rare pair of candlesticks designed by Christophe Pillet for Algorithme. Silver plate, made in France.
Silver Plate
Steven Holl Patinated Bronze Candlestick for Swid Powell rare Postmodern Memphis
By Steven Holl, Swid Powell
Located in San Diego, CA
, with some scuff marks due to age solid piece great for postmodern , Memphis mid century home decor.
Bronze
Postmodern Set of Three Aquamarine and Brown Murano Glass Candleholders, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
become a piece in a home. This set would work wonders with the postmodern pair of brown and aquamarine
Murano Glass
"Harmony" by Lino Sabattini 1980s Design Postmodern Silver Plated Candleholder
By Lino Sabattini
Located in Brescia, IT
"Harmony" by Lino Sabattini 1989, Italy Rare candleholder silver metal and black plastic.
Silver Plate
Postmodern Silver-Plated Brass and Plexiglass Candelabrum by Mesa, Italy 1970s
By Mesa
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1970s. This splendid candelabrum is made in silver-plated brass and plexiglass. It features its original patina, but we can clean it for free. The candelabrum is vi...
Brass, Silver
$336Sale Price / set|20% Off
A set of three neoclassical postmodern “Ruins” stone candleholders, late 20th c
By Renoir Designs
Located in View Park, CA
century. This postmodern trio emulates the neoclassical sensibilities of Ancient Greece and Rome while
Soapstone
Pr. Postmodern Silverplate Candlesticks by Richard Meier for Swid Powell, 1980's
By Richard Meier, Swid Powell
Located in New York, NY
Incredible pair of post modern silver plate candlesticks, by Richard Meier for Swid Powell. Very hard to find, especially in pairs, this impressive set will complete a table setting,...
Silver Plate
$220Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Postmodern Style Candleholders Designed by Kate Spade for Lenox
By Lenox's Ceramic Art Company, Kate Spade
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of porcelain postmodern style candle holders, beautiful colors with silver edge accent by Kate
Porcelain
Unavailable|$975
Postmodern Tony Evans(1942-2009) Three Candle Candelabra
By Tony Evans
Located in Westfield, NJ
Rare postmodern candelabra by Tony Evans (1942-2009) that holds three taper candles. The candles
Metal, Brass
Unavailable|$1,760 / set
Postmodern Candlesticks Designed by Robert A. M. Stern for Swid Powell, 1980s
By Robert A.M. Stern
Located in Winnetka, IL
Two impressive silver plated candlesticks designed by the postmodernist architect Robert A. M. Stern (b. 1939) for Swid Powell. The columnar designs reflect Stern's interest in class...
Silver Plate
Sculptural Postmodern Geometric Silver and Brass Plated Candle Holders
Located in Toronto, ON
Striking Geometric Sculptural Postmodern Candle Holders in Silver and Brass Plated made in the
Silver, Brass
Sold|$275 / set
Pair of Postmodern Polished Brass Spiral Candle Holders
By Pierre Cardin
Located in San Diego, CA
Good looking pair of molded polished brass candle holders circa 1980s.
Brass
Postmodern Crystal Multi-candle holder Votive Signed by Oleg Cassini
By Oleg Cassini
Located in San Diego, CA
Unique and great design crystal multi candle holder solid crystal signed , excellent condition
Crystal
Pair of Postmodern Silver and Brass Bow Candle Holders, 1980s
Located in Toronto, CA
Whimsical yet refined, this sculptural pair of 1980s candle holders features a striking combination
Metal
Postmodern Lucite & Brass Set of Candle Holders by Cec Lepage Signed Date 1983
By Céline Lepage
Located in San Diego, CA
Clear, red-tinted with brass Lucite Cec LePage minimalist pair of candle holders with abstract
Brass
Postmodern Arclumis Swan Candlestick Holder by Matthew Hilton
Located in Fairfield, CA
A vintage postmodern cast aluminum "Arclumis" Swan candlestick holder designed by Mathew Hilton
Aluminum
Pair of Vintage Mid Century Memphis Age Postmodern Candlestick Holder
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Candlestick Holders. These unique pieces showcase a fusion of mid-century charm and postmodern flair
Metal
Sold|$175
Postmodern Chrome Arrow Candleholder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A whimsical 1980s or 90s candleholder constructed from a single bent piece of metal with 3 candle
Metal
Sold|$192 / set
Set of 2 Candleholders Postmodern Retro Memphis Style, 2000
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
Set of 2 candleholders Postmodern Retro Memphis Style, 2000 Postmodern vintage candle holder from
Metal
Sold|$208 / set
Postmodern Green Marble and Lucite Candlesticks, circa 1980s
Located in View Park, CA
A pair of postmodern marble and lucite candlesticks, late 20th century. Featuring tones of teal and
Marble
Striking Postmodern Menorah in Fused Glass Steel & Brass
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible custom-made iron and brass with fused glass Menorah one-of-a-kind piece.
Brass, Steel
Postmodern Brass Candelabra by Lars Bergsten for Gusum
By Metallslojden Gusum, Lars Bergsten
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
7–arm solid polished brass candelabra designed by Lars Bergsten, made by Gusum Metallslöjden in Sweden. Engraved, dated 1972.
Brass
Vintage Postmodern Italian Onion Flower Shaped Metal Candleholder, 1980s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Vintage Postmodern Italian Onion Flower Shaped Metal Candleholder from Carnevale, 1980s, in Very
Metal
Handmade Studio Art Postmodern Ceramic Candlesticks, Pair Blue Brown Bohemian
By Betty Woodman
Located in Chicago, IL
oval, at ~3" x ~2.5" Candle opening is hexagonal at ~1" diameter
Ceramic, Clay, Pottery
Karl Springer for Seguso Postmodern Murano Glass Candlesticks with Scavo Finish
By Karl Springer, Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Astoria, NY
Italian Postmodern pair of candlesticks designed by Karl Springer for Seguso. The pair was made
Murano Glass
Postmodern Candelabra by Lyn Godley and Lloyd Schwan for Godley-Schwan
By Lyn Godley and Lloyd Schwan
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A stunning postmodern candlestick holder designed by Lyn Godley and Lloyd Schwan for their
Metal
Swedish Postmodern Brass Candelabra by Lars Bergsten for Gusum, Sweden
By Metallslojden Gusum, Lars Bergsten
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
7–arm solid polished brass candelabra designed by Lars Bergsten, made by Gusum Metallslöjden in Sweden. Engraved, dated 1972.
Brass
Swedish Postmodern Brass Candelabra by Lars Bergsten for Gusum, Sweden
By Lars Bergsten, Metallslojden Gusum
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
7–arm solid polished brass candelabra designed by Lars Bergsten, made by Gusum Metallslöjden in Sweden. Engraved, dated 1972.
Brass
Postmodern Polished Steel and Brass Signed and Dated Candleholder by ADI
By Adi Sidler
Located in San Diego, CA
unique piece is numbered 9/250 incredible craftsmanship and precision with capacity for seven candles.
Brass, Steel
Scandinavian Postmodern Group of Solid Brass Candlesticks by Gusum, Sweden 1980s
By Metallslojden Gusum
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
Set of eight solid polished brass candleholders produced by Gusum Metallslöjden in Sweden during the 1980s.
Brass
Pair of Rare Postmodern Memphis Era Candlesticks in Solid Green Marble
By Swid Powell
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare pair of candlesticks in solid green marble with copper inserts, great condition, and looks.
Marble
Pair of Rare Postmodern Memphis Era Candleholders Designed by Michael Graves
By Michael Graves (b.1934)
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and rare pair of candleholders designed by Michael Graves, in polished pewter, finish very nice design and condition.
Pewter
Pair of Rare Postmodern Memphis Era Candlesticks in Wood Plastic & Stone
By Swid Powell
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare pair of candlesticks in wood centers with frosted crackle plastic ring , sitting on stone, circa 1980s.
Stone
Postmodern Chorus Candelabra Designed by Karim Rashid for Umbra Die-Cast Zinc
By Umbra, Karim Rashid
Located in San Diego, CA
accolades for his efforts in design. With four candle capacity 3/4" mouth opening.
Zinc
Patinated Verdigris Postmodern Candle Holders
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Pair of Postmodern candle holders with a gorgeous Verdigris patina. Beautiful mix of postmodern and
Metal
Pair of Karl Springer Chrome & Brass Postmodern Candle Holders
By Karl Springer
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
candle holders from Karl Springer, a foremost name in postmodern design. In very good condition.
Brass, Chrome
Pair of Karl Springer Chrome & Brass Postmodern Candle Holders
By Karl Springer
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
A rare pair of chrome and brass candlestick holders / candelabras by influential, important
Brass, Chrome
Memphis Style Postmodern Metal Face Candle Holder
Located in Fairfield, CA
A vintage postmodern memphis style black metal candle holder. A face is on one side of the candle
Metal
Postmodern 1980's Memphis Milano Lacquer Candle Holders
By George Sowden
Located in San Diego, CA
Fantastic post-modern lacquered candle holders. Produced in Japan by Taste Setter Sigma. 1980s.
Plastic, Wood
Danish Modern Swedish Set of 3 Glass Votive Candle Holders by Maria Vinka
Located in San Diego, CA
Great set of postmodern glass votive candle holders designed by Maria Vinka circa 1980's, very rare
Blown Glass
Set of Three Sottsass Memphis Postmodern Candlesticks for Swid Powell, 1980s
By Ettore Sottsass
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Set of three Memphis-inspired Postmodern design silver plated candlesticks designed by Ettore
Silver Plate, Steel
Set of Three Sottsass Memphis Postmodern Candlesticks for Swid Powell, 1980s
By Ettore Sottsass
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Set of three Memphis-inspired postmodern design silver plated geometric design candlesticks
Silver Plate, Steel
Vintage Postmodern Benazir Style Candlesticks - a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Incredible pair of candle holders. Shorter one measures 9.25”H
Brass
Postmodern Green Marble Votive Candleholder, circa 1980
By Angelo Mangiarotti, Sergio Asti
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Postmodern green marble votive candleholder, circa 1980.
Marble
Postmodern Green Marble Votive Candleholder, circa 1980
By Angelo Mangiarotti, Sergio Asti
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Postmodern green marble votive candleholder, circa 1980.
Marble
Pair of Rare Postmodern Brass, Wire and Slate Candlesticks
By Swid Powell
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare pair of candlesticks in solid brass tops with screw tops on metal wire, sitting on a chunk of slate stone, circa 1980s unique and rare the tall one its 13.5" tall and the shorte...
Slate, Metal, Brass
Late 20th Century Postmodern Black Steel Ribbon Candleholder
Located in Bridport, CT
Distinctive black metal Postmodern candelabra with folded ribbon design and removable brass inserts
Brass, Steel
Sold|$966 / set
Pair of Postmodern Brutalist Candleholders by David Marshall
By David Marshall
Located in London, GB
Pair of Brutalist Candleholders // * price for the two Genuine Modernist classics Designed by David Marshall Handmade in Spain Measurements: Large W10cm D9cm H27cm Sm...
Metal
Pair of Oversized Postmodern Tessellated Cantor Stone Candlesticks, 1990s
By Marquis Collection of Beverly Hills 1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wood. Postmodern styling.
Stone, Metal
Postmodern design was a short-lived movement that manifested itself chiefly in Italy and the United States in the early 1980s. The characteristics of vintage postmodern furniture and other postmodern objects and decor for the home included loud-patterned, usually plastic surfaces; strange proportions, vibrant colors and weird angles; and a vague-at-best relationship between form and function.
ORIGINS OF POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
VINTAGE POSTMODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
Critics derided postmodern design as a grandstanding bid for attention and nothing of consequence. Decades later, the fact that postmodernism still has the power to provoke thoughts, along with other reactions, proves they were not entirely correct.
Postmodern design began as an architectural critique. Starting in the 1960s, a small cadre of mainly American architects began to argue that modernism, once high-minded and even noble in its goals, had become stale, stagnant and blandly corporate. Later, in Milan, a cohort of creators led by Ettore Sottsass and Alessandro Mendini — a onetime mentor to Sottsass and a key figure in the Italian Radical movement — brought the discussion to bear on design.
Sottsass, an industrial designer, philosopher and provocateur, gathered a core group of young designers into a collective in 1980 they called Memphis. Members of the Memphis Group, which would come to include Martine Bedin, Michael Graves, Marco Zanini, Shiro Kuramata, Michele de Lucchi and Matteo Thun, saw design as a means of communication, and they wanted it to shout. That it did: The first Memphis collection appeared in 1981 in Milan and broke all the modernist taboos, embracing irony, kitsch, wild ornamentation and bad taste.
Memphis works remain icons of postmodernism: the Sottsass Casablanca bookcase, with its leopard-print plastic veneer; de Lucchi’s First chair, which has been described as having the look of an electronics component; Martine Bedin’s Super lamp: a pull-toy puppy on a power-cord leash. Even though it preceded the Memphis Group’s formal launch, Sottsass’s iconic Ultrafragola mirror — in its conspicuously curved plastic shell with radical pops of pink neon — proves striking in any space and embodies many of the collective’s postmodern ideals.
After the initial Memphis show caused an uproar, the postmodern movement within furniture and interior design quickly took off in America. (Memphis fell out of fashion when the Reagan era gave way to cool 1990’s minimalism.) The architect Robert Venturi had by then already begun a series of plywood chairs for Knoll Inc., with beefy, exaggerated silhouettes of traditional styles such as Queen Anne and Chippendale. In 1982, the new firm Swid Powell enlisted a group of top American architects, including Frank Gehry, Richard Meier, Stanley Tigerman and Venturi to create postmodern tableware in silver, ceramic and glass.
On 1stDibs, the vintage postmodern furniture collection includes chairs, coffee tables, sofas, decorative objects, table lamps and more.
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.