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 glass candle holders called?

What glass candle holders are called depends on their design. Curvy clear glass shades used to cover pillar candles are hurricanes, while smaller glass holders with closed bottoms are votive or tealight cups. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique and vintage glass candle holders.

What are medieval candle holders called?

One of the most common candle holders in use during Medieval times was the simple candlestick. Today, antique candlesticks are sought after by art collectors and interior designers alike for their stylish versatility. On 1stDibs, shop a wide collection of antique and contemporary candlesticks from some of the world’s top sellers.

What are the different types of candle holders?

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

What are vintage candle holders called?

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

What are those tall candle holders called?

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

What are the candle holders in church called?

What the candle holders in churches are called depends on the design. Column-like holders for single tapers are candlesticks, while multi-branched holders for tapers are candelabras. Small candle holders used for memorial candles are votive holders. Find a collection of candle holders on 1stDibs.

What can I use instead of a candle holder?

You can use a variety of materials instead of a candle holder to serve the purpose of an actual candle holder. Put pillar and votive candles on decorative plates or trays, or rest them on a decorative tile, coaster or wood slice. You can drop votives and tealights in shallow bowls, clay pots, wine glasses and other vessels. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of decorative accents.

Do pillar candles need a holder?

Because pillar candle holders burn into themselves, they do not need a candle holder. But it makes sense to have a pillar plate at least to prevent wax residue from ending up on your furniture.

What are 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.

How can you tell if a candle holder is antique brass?

To tell if a candle holder is solid antique brass, you can try placing a magnet on it. Brass is not magnetic, so if there is any attraction, the piece is unlikely to be solid brass. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of candle holders.

What is an old-fashioned candle holder called?

What an old-fashioned candle holder is called depends on its design. A tall holder meant for a single taper candle is a candlestick, while taper holders with arms that branch off a central column are candelabras. Shop a range of candle holders on 1stDibs.

What is a candle holder with multiple arms called?

A candle holder with multiple arms is called a candelabra or candelabrum. A candelabra or candelabrum is highly regarded as a decorative object and the classic, dramatic form of this type of candle holder is still an inspiration for lighting designers today. Shop a collection of antique and vintage candelabras from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

How can you tell if a silver candle holder is real?

To tell if a silver candle holder is real, find out if a magnet is attracted to it. Solid sterling silver and fine silver aren't magnetic. However, some silver plate candle holders may be. Silver plate is the term for items made of base metal and then finished with a layer of genuine silver. If the magnet sticks to your candle holders, they may be silver plate or constructed out of a different material. If you'd like an expert's assistance with the identification process, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Find a variety of candle holders on 1stDibs.

Stacking Candle Holder

Hans Nagel

Stoff Candle Nagel

Stacked Objects Sculpture

German Candleholder

Chrome Candelabra

Modular Candlesticks

German Modular Furniture

Quist Germany

Vintage Metal Modular Atomic Stacking Candle Holder from Quist, 1970s

$411

H 1.57 in W 5.51 in D 5.51 in

Vintage Metal Modular Atomic Stacking Candle Holder from Quist, 1970s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Vintage Metal Modular Atomic Stacking Candle Holder from Quist, 1970s, in Very Good conditions

Category

20th Century Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

NAGEL QUIST 1960 Germany Set of 3 Stackable Candle-Holders by Caesar Stoffi

$598 / set

H 2.37 in W 2.37 in D 2.37 in

NAGEL QUIST 1960 Germany Set of 3 Stackable Candle-Holders by Caesar Stoffi

By Caesar Stoffi, Nagel & Stoffi

Located in Miami, FL

stackable candle holders created in Germany during the modernist period, back in the 1970. They were

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel, Nickel

1960s Sculptural - Stackable Candle Holders Stoffi & Nagel for BMF Nagel Germany

$1,175 / set

H 4 in W 4 in D 2.38 in

1960s Sculptural - Stackable Candle Holders Stoffi & Nagel for BMF Nagel Germany

By Bmf Nagel, Nagel & Stoffi

Located in St. Louis, MO

Iconic set of 13 playful stackable or modular designed candlesticks by César Stoffi & Fritz Nagel

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal, Nickel

Ceasar Stoffi and Fritz Nagel Silver Plated Candleholders, 1960s

$416Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 2.96 in Dm 4.93 in

Ceasar Stoffi and Fritz Nagel Silver Plated Candleholders, 1960s

By Bmf Nagel, Fritz Nagel

Located in Reggio Emilia, IT

Set of two Brutalist stackable candle holders design Ceasar Stoffi and Fritz Nagel in silver plated

Category

Antique 1660s German Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Silver Plate

1960s German BMF Nagel Stackable Tarnished Oxidised Chrome Candle Holders

$222 / set

H 2.56 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in

1960s German BMF Nagel Stackable Tarnished Oxidised Chrome Candle Holders

By Bmf Nagel

Located in London, England

1960s Brutalist interlocking candle holders designed by Fritz Nagel and Ceasar Stoffi for BMF Nagel

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Caesar Stoffi for Nagel, Pair of Modular Stacking Elements/Candle Holders, 1970s

$138 / set

H 2.56 in W 3.75 in D 3.75 in

Caesar Stoffi for Nagel, Pair of Modular Stacking Elements/Candle Holders, 1970s

By Caesar Stoffi, Fritz Nagel

Located in London, GB

Caesar Stoffi for Fritz Nagel c. 1970 2 modular stacking elements/candleholders Polished metal

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

1960s Mid Century BMF Stoffi & Nagel Chromed Metal Modular Candle Holder inc Box

$173 / item

H 2.56 in W 4.34 in D 3.94 in

1960s Mid Century BMF Stoffi & Nagel Chromed Metal Modular Candle Holder inc Box

By Fritz Nagel, Caesar Stoffi, Bmf Nagel

Located in London, England

Stackable modular polished chromed-metal candle holder, designed by Ceasar Stoffi and Fritz Nagel

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal, Chrome

BMF Nagel Candleholder Stackable Modular

$79 / item

H 2.37 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in

BMF Nagel Candleholder Stackable Modular

By Bmf Nagel, Caesar Stoffi, Fritz Nagel

Located in Vienna, AT

Stackable modular candleholder by BMF Quist Nagel, The candleholders were designed by Ceasar Stoffi

Category

Vintage 1960s German Space Age More Candle Holders

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Minimalist sculptural candleholder with stacked geometric forms

$325

H 8 in W 3 in D 3 in

Minimalist sculptural candleholder with stacked geometric forms

Located in San Francisco, US

geometric poise. Hand-shaped ceramic forms stack into a sleek, architectural silhouette—subtle variations in

Category

20th Century Candle Sconces

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Stacking Candleholder in Copper, 1960s

$938

H 2.36 in W 4.33 in D 3.54 in

Mid-Century Stacking Candleholder in Copper, 1960s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Stacking Candleholder in Copper, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Metal

Vintage Regency Stacked Brass Candlesticks - A Pair

$695 / set

H 8 in W 3 in D 3 in

Vintage Regency Stacked Brass Candlesticks - A Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Elevate your interior ambiance with this striking pair of Vintage Regency Stacked Brass

Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Regency Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Pair of Oleg Cassini Crystal Stacked Cube Candleholders

$408Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 5 in W 1.75 in D 2 in

Pair of Oleg Cassini Crystal Stacked Cube Candleholders

By Oleg Cassini

Located in Pasadena, TX

This is a nice pair of crystal Candleholders. They're sculpted into stacked cubes giving them a

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Crystal

Gio Ponti Style Modernist Brass Stacked Tubular Candlestick

$1,150

H 10.25 in W 6 in D 6 in

Gio Ponti Style Modernist Brass Stacked Tubular Candlestick

By (After) Gio Ponti

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

Polished brass candlestick composed of alternating heights of tubular elements.

Category

20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Set of Four Hexagonal-Form Stackable Brass Candleholders by Nagel Geschenke

$650 / set

H 3.75 in W 5.25 in D 4.5 in

Set of Four Hexagonal-Form Stackable Brass Candleholders by Nagel Geschenke

By Nagel AG

Located in Brooklyn, NY

stacking. Includes four 3-candle holders, each measuring - H: 3.75" x L: 5.25" x D: 4.5" Stacked as

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Vintage Space Age Orion Stacking Candleholder by Ceasar Stoffi & Fritz Nagel

$352

H 2.36 in W 3.94 in D 3.54 in

Vintage Space Age Orion Stacking Candleholder by Ceasar Stoffi & Fritz Nagel

By Fritz Nagel, Ceasar Stoffi

Located in Hamburg, DE

Vintage Space Age Orion Stacking Candleholder by Ceasar Stoffi & Fritz Nagel for BMF, 1960s, in

Category

20th Century German Candelabras

Materials

Metal

Set of 2 Mid-Century German Stacking Candleholder from BMF, 1960s

$587 / set

H 2.76 in W 4.72 in D 3.94 in

Set of 2 Mid-Century German Stacking Candleholder from BMF, 1960s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century German Stacking Candleholder from BMF, 1960s, Set of 2, in Very Good conditions

Category

20th Century German Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Metal

Vintage Space Age Orion Stacking Candleholder by Ceasar & Fritz Nagel, 1960s

$352

H 3.54 in W 4.33 in D 3.94 in

Vintage Space Age Orion Stacking Candleholder by Ceasar & Fritz Nagel, 1960s

By Ceasar Stoffi, Fritz Nagel

Located in Hamburg, DE

Vintage Space Age Orion Stacking Candleholder by Ceasar Stoffi & Fritz Nagel for BMF, 1960s, in

Category

20th Century German Space Age More Candle Holders

Materials

Metal

Vintage Oriental Foo Dog Stacked Brass Pricket Chinese 20" Candlesticks - a Pair

$450 / set

H 19.5 in W 4.5 in D 4.5 in

Vintage Oriental Foo Dog Stacked Brass Pricket Chinese 20" Candlesticks - a Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Oriental Foo Dog Stacked Brass Pricket Chinese Candlesticks - a Pair. Circa Late 20th

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

An original Bill Meek Studios stacked glass candelabra art sculpture. Faux ice!

$1,750

H 8 in W 16 in D 16 in

An original Bill Meek Studios stacked glass candelabra art sculpture. Faux ice!

Located in Houston, TX

his glass sculptures. Polished clear/green glass is stacked in a twisting fashion. 16” W x 8” H

Category

1990s American Post-Modern Candelabras

Materials

Art Glass

Recent Sales

Alia SINGLE, 21st Century Minimal Chrome Plating Stackable Candleholder

Unavailable

H 2.56 in W 3.35 in D 1.19 in

Alia SINGLE, 21st Century Minimal Chrome Plating Stackable Candleholder

By HAHA

Located in Stockholm, SE

The Alia candleholder is modular and stackable. Designed into two basic forms, it allows users to

Category

2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Chrome, Zinc

Alia FOOT, 21st Century Minimal Chrome Plating Stackable Candleholder

Unavailable

H 2.96 in W 4.34 in D 3.55 in

Alia FOOT, 21st Century Minimal Chrome Plating Stackable Candleholder

By HAHA

Located in Stockholm, SE

The Alia candleholder is modular and stackable. Designed into two basic forms, it allows users to

Category

2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Chrome, Zinc

Set of 9 Fritz Nagel & Caesar Stoffi Stacking Stainless Steel Candleholders

Unavailable

H 2.25 in Dm 4 in

Set of 9 Fritz Nagel & Caesar Stoffi Stacking Stainless Steel Candleholders

By Caesar Stoffi, Fritz Nagel

Located in Houston, TX

Offered is a set of nine Mid-Century Modern Caesar Stoffi for Fritz Nagel stainless steel stacking

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Stainless Steel

Alia 2-Pack, 21st Century Minimal Chrome Plating Stackable Candleholder

Unavailable

H 2.96 in W 4.34 in D 3.55 in

Alia 2-Pack, 21st Century Minimal Chrome Plating Stackable Candleholder

By HAHA

Located in Stockholm, SE

The Alia candleholder is modular and stackable. Designed into two basic forms, it allows users to

Category

2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Chrome, Zinc

Hammonia-Motard "Vogelflug" Candleholders, Circa 1960

Unavailable

H 2 in W 2.8 in D 3.5 in

Hammonia-Motard "Vogelflug" Candleholders, Circa 1960

By Hammonia-Motard

Located in Los Angeles, CA

'Vogelflug' (birdflight) candle holders by Hammonia-Motard. A rare set of stackable, chrome-plated

Category

20th Century German Brutalist Candlesticks

Materials

Chrome

Set of Three Stackable Candle Holders by Fritz Nagel and Caesar Stoffi

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H 2.4 in W 4 in D 4 in

Set of Three Stackable Candle Holders by Fritz Nagel and Caesar Stoffi

By Bmf Nagel, Caesar Stoffi, Fritz Nagel

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

Set of three stackable candle holders by Fritz Nagel and Caesar Stoffi.

Category

20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

BMF Stacking Candle Holders by Wener Stoff and Hans Nagel. Germany, 1960.

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H 2.68 in W 4.65 in D 4.26 in

BMF Stacking Candle Holders by Wener Stoff and Hans Nagel. Germany, 1960.

By Fritz Nagel

Located in Madrid, ES

stacking candle holders designed by Wener Stoff and Hans Nagel, Produced by BMF Bayerischen Metallwaren

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Chrome, Zinc

BMF Stacking Candle Holders by Werner Stoff and Hans Nagel, Germany, 1960

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H 2.68 in W 4.65 in D 4.26 in

BMF Stacking Candle Holders by Werner Stoff and Hans Nagel, Germany, 1960

By Fritz Nagel

Located in Madrid, ES

stacking candle holders designed by Werner Stoff and Hans Nagel, Produced by BMF Bayerischen Metallwaren

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Chrome, Zinc

Contemporary Brass Stacking Candle Holders by Fort Standard, in Stock

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H 2 in W 3 in L 2 in

Contemporary Brass Stacking Candle Holders by Fort Standard, in Stock

By Fort Standard

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Stack and flip these solid brass candle holders to light up any room. Machined from a solid

Category

2010s American Centerpieces

Materials

Brass

MCM Dansk Stacking Candle Holders by Jens Quistgaard - Set of 2

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H 3 in W 5 in D 5 in

MCM Dansk Stacking Candle Holders by Jens Quistgaard - Set of 2

By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard

Located in Fairfield, CA

A set of 2 mid century cast iron tiny taper candle holders. Great stacking and reversible design

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

Collection of 21 Chrome Sculptural Stackable Candle Holders by BMF Nagel

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H 13.5 in W 28 in D 9 in

Collection of 21 Chrome Sculptural Stackable Candle Holders by BMF Nagel

By Bmf Nagel, Ceasar Stoffi

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Collection of 21 German polish chrome sculptural stackable candleholders designed by Ceasar Stoffi

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Chrome

Modular Candlestick Holders by BMF (priced individually)

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H 2.5 in W 4 in D 4 in

Modular Candlestick Holders by BMF (priced individually)

Located in Stratford, CT

Up to 100 1960's vintage stacking candle holders in chrome manufactured in West Germany. Infinite

Category

20th Century German Candle Holders

Materials

Metal

Caesar Stoffi and Fritz Nagle Nickel BMF Nagel Stacking Candleholders

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H 2.5 in Dm 4 in

Caesar Stoffi and Fritz Nagle Nickel BMF Nagel Stacking Candleholders

By Fritz Nagel, Caesar Stoffi, Bmf Nagel

Located in New Windsor, NY

Five Nickel plate modernist stacking candle holders designed by Caesar Stoffi and Fritz Nagel for

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Nickel

Set Modular Candleholder Sticks 47 Pcs by BMF Nagel Design Caesar Stoffi

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H 2.76 in W 4.34 in D 4.34 in

Set Modular Candleholder Sticks 47 Pcs by BMF Nagel Design Caesar Stoffi

By Bmf Nagel, Caesar Stoffi

Located in Naples, IT

This huge set of 47 high class modular stacking candle holders (plus two bowl), offers you a

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Metal

BMF/Nagel Candle Holders Designed by C. Stoffi and F. Nagel

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H 2.5 in W 4 in D 4 in

BMF/Nagel Candle Holders Designed by C. Stoffi and F. Nagel

Located in Stratford, CT

Up to 100 stacking chrome tripod candle holders manufactured in West Germany by BMF/Nagel

Category

Vintage 1960s German Candle Holders

Materials

Chrome, Metal

Set of 4 1960s German Brutalist Quist Präsente Variomaster Candle Holders

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H 2.37 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in

Set of 4 1960s German Brutalist Quist Präsente Variomaster Candle Holders

By Quist Präsente

Located in London, England

1960s German 'Variomaster' stackable modular candle holders that can be configured in a multitude

Category

Mid-20th Century German Brutalist Candlesticks

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Set of 4 1960s German BMF Nagel Chrome Modular Candle Holders by Stoffi & Nagel

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H 2.56 in W 4.34 in D 3.94 in

Set of 4 1960s German BMF Nagel Chrome Modular Candle Holders by Stoffi & Nagel

By Bmf Nagel, Nagel & Stoffi, Fritz Nagel, Caesar Stoffi, Ceasar Stoffi

Located in London, England

A set of 4 stackable modular organic candle holders, designed by Caesar Stoffi and Fritz Nagel

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Pair of Tall Stacked Rock Shaped Crystal Candlesticks

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Dm 7 in

Pair of Tall Stacked Rock Shaped Crystal Candlesticks

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of tall candlesticks comprised of stacked pieces crystal - each piece uniquely shaped.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Candle Holders

Materials

Crystal, Iron

Combi-leuchter Stackable Candle Stick Holder

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H 2.76 in W 4.73 in D 4.34 in

Combi-leuchter Stackable Candle Stick Holder

Located in Courbevoie, FR

Combi-leuchter Stackable Candle Stick Holder. Comes with origial boxes. Candles provided.

Category

Vintage 1970s German Candle Stands

Materials

Metal

Large modular stacking system candelabra by Nagel on rare tall base

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H 20.48 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in

Large modular stacking system candelabra by Nagel on rare tall base

By Nagel AG

Located in Utrecht, NL

used individully - each piece holds three thin candles - or stacked in any way desired. Dimensions

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Stackable Handmade Cast Brass Pineapple Candleholder

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H 7.01 in Dm 9.02 in

Stackable Handmade Cast Brass Pineapple Candleholder

By The Design Foundry

Located in London, London

Charming and ingenious handmade cast polished brass candle holder inspired by a pineapple. May be

Category

2010s Indian Organic Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Architectural Stackable Candleholder Elements Sculpture, BMF Nagel Caesar Stoffi

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H 2.76 in W 4.73 in D 4.14 in

Architectural Stackable Candleholder Elements Sculpture, BMF Nagel Caesar Stoffi

By Bmf Nagel, Caesar Stoffi

Located in Utrecht, NL

. The sculpture contains of 17 stackable 'BMF Combi-Light' elements; 16 candle holders and 1 stackable

Category

Vintage 1960s German Brutalist Candlesticks

Materials

Metal, Nickel

Pair of Organic Modern Stacked Hourglass Form Abalone Candlesticks

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H 12.25 in Dm 5 in

Pair of Organic Modern Stacked Hourglass Form Abalone Candlesticks

Located in New York, NY

This elegant pair of organic modern candlesticks were realized in the Phillipines. They feature an hourglass form composed of an abundance of organically formed abalone fragments off...

Category

20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Abalone

Set of 8 Fritz Nagel stackable candlesticks, West Germany, 1960s

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H 2.37 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in

Set of 8 Fritz Nagel stackable candlesticks, West Germany, 1960s

By Bmf Nagel, Fritz Nagel

Located in Lyon, FR

Set of 8 metal modular and stackable candlesticks designed by Caesar Stoffi and Fritz Nagel for BMF

Category

Vintage 1960s German Space Age Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

Vintage Modern Gusums Bruk Sweden Brass Stacked Ball Sphere Candlesticks

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H 6.75 in Dm 3.25 in

Vintage Modern Gusums Bruk Sweden Brass Stacked Ball Sphere Candlesticks

By Gusums Bruk

Located in Dayton, OH

stacked on each other, supported by three ball feet. circa 1980s. Measures: 6.5". ""Gusums Bruk was a

Category

Vintage 1980s Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Nagel Quist 7 Stainless Stackable Candleholders by Caesar Stoffi Germany, 1970s

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H 2.5 in Dm 4 in

Nagel Quist 7 Stainless Stackable Candleholders by Caesar Stoffi Germany, 1970s

By Bmf Nagel, Caesar Stoffi

Located in Miami, FL

Set of 7 Quist Variomaster stackable Brutalist candleholders designed by Caesar Stoffi for BMF

Category

Mid-20th Century German Brutalist Candlesticks

Materials

Stainless Steel

49-Piece Set of Midcentury Chrome Stacking Candleholders by Caesar Stoffi

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H 3.5 in Dm 4 in

49-Piece Set of Midcentury Chrome Stacking Candleholders by Caesar Stoffi

By Caesar Stoffi, Fritz Nagel

Located in Astoria, NY

A vintage 49-piece set of stacking candleholders in chrome by designer Caesar Stoffi for Fritz

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Crystal Candlesticks or Candleholders, Pyramid Base, Stacked Glass

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H 4 in W 2.75 in D 2.75 in

Pair of Crystal Candlesticks or Candleholders, Pyramid Base, Stacked Glass

Located in Kansas City, MO

Pair of 1970s clear glass candleholders. Geometric design. Ready to use.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Glass

Mid-Century "Nagel" Modular Candleholders by Werner Stoff for Nagel AG, 1960s

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H 3.5 in Dm 3.5 in

Mid-Century "Nagel" Modular Candleholders by Werner Stoff for Nagel AG, 1960s

By Werner Stoff, Hans Nagel

Located in San Diego, CA

A pair of uncommon 1960s modernist stackable and modular candle holders, designed by Werner Stoff

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

Set of 15 Piece Modular Candlestick and Jardinière by Nagel

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H 2.37 in Dm 3.94 in

Set of 15 Piece Modular Candlestick and Jardinière by Nagel

By Fritz Nagel

Located in Paris, FR

Set of 15 modular chromed metal stackable S22 candle holders and PVC jardinière edited by Nagel in

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century "Nagel" Modular Candleholders by Werner Stoff for Nagel AG, 1960s

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H 9.85 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in

Mid-Century "Nagel" Modular Candleholders by Werner Stoff for Nagel AG, 1960s

By Nagel AG, Nagel & Stoffi

Located in London, GB

For sale a stunning set of chromed mid-century modernist stackable/modular “NAGEL” candle holders

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Nagel Stackable Candle Holders

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H 22.45 in W 25.6 in D 17.72 in

Nagel Stackable Candle Holders

By Bmf Nagel

Located in London, GB

candle holder; £20. Price per candle stick base; £15.

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

1960s Sculptural - Stackable Candle Holders Stoffi & Nagel for BMF Nagel Germany

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H 4 in W 4 in D 2.38 in

1960s Sculptural - Stackable Candle Holders Stoffi & Nagel for BMF Nagel Germany

By Bmf Nagel, Nagel & Stoffi

Located in St. Louis, MO

candle sticks, less when stacked, arrangement is endless, Some retain labels, chrome, could be polished

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal, Chrome

César Stoffi and Fritz Nagel 1960 for BMF Nagel Germany Sculptural 18 Stackable

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H 2.4 in W 4 in D 4 in

César Stoffi and Fritz Nagel 1960 for BMF Nagel Germany Sculptural 18 Stackable

By Bmf Nagel, Fritz Nagel

Located in Miami, FL

Stackable candle holders designed by Caesar stoffi for Nagel Quist. An iconic modular design and

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Steel, Chrome, Silver

Set Midcentury Sculptural Candlesticks Candle Holder Vogelflug Hammonia, 1970s

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H 1.97 in W 3.15 in D 3.55 in

Set Midcentury Sculptural Candlesticks Candle Holder Vogelflug Hammonia, 1970s

By Hammonia-Motard

Located in Krefeld, DE

. The candle holders are stackable and can be composed in countless and very decorative variations

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

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Midcentury Sculptural Candlesticks or Candle Holder Vogelflug by Hammonia, 1970s

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Midcentury Sculptural Candlesticks or Candle Holder Vogelflug by Hammonia, 1970s

By Hammonia-Motard

Located in Morazzone, Varese

large quantities and is quite rare to find in big quantities is this one. The candle holders are

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

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Stainless Steel

Large Set of Stoff Nagel Sculptural Stackable Candleholders with Candles, 1960s

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Large Set of Stoff Nagel Sculptural Stackable Candleholders with Candles, 1960s

By Bmf Nagel, Stoff Nagel, Fritz Nagel, Caesar Stoffi

Located in Vienna, AT

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Gio Ponti Style Modernist Brass Stacked Tubular Candlesticks

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Gio Ponti Style Modernist Brass Stacked Tubular Candlesticks

By Gio Ponti

Located in New York, NY

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Midcentury Set of Seven German Modular Stacking Chrome Candleholders by BMF

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Midcentury Set of Seven German Modular Stacking Chrome Candleholders by BMF

By Bmf Nagel, Caesar Stoffi

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Unusual set of seven midcentury modular triangle shaped chrome candle holders by BMF. Made in

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Caesar Stoffi for Nagel 'BMF', Set of 4 Modular Stacking Candleholders, 1970s

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Caesar Stoffi for Nagel 'BMF', Set of 4 Modular Stacking Candleholders, 1970s

By Fritz Nagel, Caesar Stoffi

Located in London, GB

condition Please note, we prefer these candle holders un-polished with their original patina. They could

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

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Caesar Stoffi for Nagel 'BMF', Set of 3 Modular Stacking Candleholders, 1970s

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Caesar Stoffi for Nagel 'BMF', Set of 3 Modular Stacking Candleholders, 1970s

By Fritz Nagel, Caesar Stoffi

Located in London, GB

condition One piece with original 'Nagel' label. Please note, we prefer these candle holders un-polished

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Contemporary Blackened and Polished Brass 5 Stack 'Stone' Candleholder by Konekt

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Contemporary Blackened and Polished Brass 5 Stack 'Stone' Candleholder by Konekt

By Konekt

Located in New York, NY

stones shaped by the ocean. Cast at a Pennsylvania foundry from hand-shaped forms, each stacked 'stone

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Mid-Century "Nagel" Modular Candleholders by Werner Stoff for Nagel AG, 1960s

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Mid-Century "Nagel" Modular Candleholders by Werner Stoff for Nagel AG, 1960s

By Hans Nagel, Werner Stoff

Located in San Diego, CA

A pair of uncommon 1960s modernist stackable and modular candle holders, designed by Werner Stoff

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Set of 4 Modernist Teak and Brass Candleholder Elements, Denmark, 1960s

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Set of 4 Modernist Teak and Brass Candleholder Elements, Denmark, 1960s

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age of about 60 years. the candle stacking option on each candle holder is made of brass. this

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Chrome Stackable Candle Holders

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Dm 8 in

Chrome Stackable Candle Holders

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of chrome stackable candle holders, possibly German or Danish.

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Vintage 1970s European Candle Holders

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Chrome

Pair of 1960s West German Candle Holders by Caesar Stoffi and Fritz Nagel

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Pair of 1960s West German Candle Holders by Caesar Stoffi and Fritz Nagel

By Fritz Nagel, Bmf Nagel, Caesar Stoffi

Located in Sacramento, CA

Pair of 1960s stacking candle holders designed by Caesar Stoffi and Fritz Nagel for Bayerische

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

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Nickel

Mid-Century Modern Fritz Nagel Style Modular Brass Stacking Candleholders

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Mid-Century Modern Fritz Nagel Style Modular Brass Stacking Candleholders

Located in Houston, TX

Offered are five mid century modern Fritz Nagel style modular brass stacking candle holders that

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Located in Hudson, NY

Silver plated metal and plastic candlestick consists of four small stackable candleholders

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Fabulous Quist Stackable Brutalist Candelabra

Located in New York, NY

An extra-large sculptural set of individual candleholders by Quist. They can be arranged in any configuration. 37 pieces total. Pristine condition.

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Vintage 1960s German Candle Holders

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Metal

Three Stacked Lucite Candlesticks signed Van Teal

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Three Stacked Lucite Candlesticks signed Van Teal

By Hivo Van Teal

Located in Miami, FL

Specially Priced. Three block stacked lucite candlesticks by Van Teal with signature on base

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20th Century American Candle Holders

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'Vogelflug' Candles for Hammonia-Motard Germany

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H 1.97 in W 2.76 in D 3.47 in

'Vogelflug' Candles for Hammonia-Motard Germany

By Hammonia-Motard

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Fifteen (15) 'Vogelflug' (birdflight) candle holders by Hammonia-Motard. A rare set of stackable

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Stackable Candlestick by Nagel, 1960s

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H 2.76 in W 1.97 in D 3.55 in

Stackable Candlestick by Nagel, 1960s

By Bmf Nagel

Located in Paris, FR

Very rare model of Nagel candlestick from the 1960s. Perfect condition. Set of ten.

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Vintage 1960s German Space Age Candlesticks

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Chrome

Vintage Gorham Stackable Sterling Silver Candleholders, Set of Four

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Vintage Gorham Stackable Sterling Silver Candleholders, Set of Four

By Gorham Manufacturing Company

Located in Los Angeles, CA

modern silver hollowware called "Trend" and these stackable candleholders are illustrated in Jewel

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1960s 40-Piece Stackable Candlestick Sculpture by Fritz Nagel and Caeser Stoffi

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1960s 40-Piece Stackable Candlestick Sculpture by Fritz Nagel and Caeser Stoffi

By Bmf Nagel, Fritz Nagel, Caesar Stoffi

Located in Sacramento, CA

1960s 40-piece stackable candlestick sculpture designed by Fritz Nagel and Caeser Stoffi and

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

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18 stacking Candle Holders by Nagel and Stoffi

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H 2.37 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in

18 stacking Candle Holders by Nagel and Stoffi

By Fritz Nagel, Caesar Stoffi

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A set of 18 stacking chrome -plated candle holders.

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1960's B.F Nagel Stacking Candlesicks

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H 3 in Dm 4 in

1960's B.F Nagel Stacking Candlesicks

By B. F. Nagel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Description: Set of 12 1960's vintage Fritz Nagel stacking candlesticks in chrome, with stand

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Vintage 1960s German Candle Holders

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Brass

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Stacking Candle Holder For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal stacking candle holder for your home. Each stacking candle holder for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and chrome. If you’re shopping for a stacking candle holder, we have 14 options in-stock, while there are 3 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the stacking candle holder you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right stacking candle holder, those designed in Mid-Century Modern styles are of considerable interest. Caesar Stoffi, BMF Nagel and Fritz Nagel each produced at least one beautiful stacking candle holder that is worth considering.

How Much is a Stacking Candle Holder?

Prices for a stacking candle holder can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $79 and can go as high as $7,980, while the average can fetch as much as $680.

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 Stacking 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 glass candle holders called?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
What glass candle holders are called depends on their design. Curvy clear glass shades used to cover pillar candles are hurricanes, while smaller glass holders with closed bottoms are votive or tealight cups. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique and vintage glass candle holders.
What are medieval candle holders called?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
One of the most common candle holders in use during Medieval times was the simple candlestick. Today, antique candlesticks are sought after by art collectors and interior designers alike for their stylish versatility. On 1stDibs, shop a wide collection of antique and contemporary candlesticks from some of the world’s top sellers.
What are the different types of candle holders?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
Some of the most common types of candle holders include candlesticks, candelabras, hurricanes and votive cups. A candlestick is a column-like holder for tapers, while a candelabra is a multi-armed taper holder with a single candlestick-like body. Hurricanes are tall round shades designed for pillar candles, and a votive cup is a small cylindrical holder for a votive candle or tealight. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of candle holders.
What are vintage candle holders called?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
What vintage candle holders are called depends on their design. Narrow tall ones designed for tapers are candlesticks, while multi-armed taper holders are candelabra. Small holders are votive or tealight holders or cups depending on their dimensions. Find a selection of vintage candle holders on 1stDibs.
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 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.
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.
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 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.
How can you tell if a candle holder is antique brass?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
To tell if a candle holder is solid antique brass, you can try placing a magnet on it. Brass is not magnetic, so if there is any attraction, the piece is unlikely to be solid brass. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of candle holders.
What is an old-fashioned candle holder called?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
What an old-fashioned candle holder is called depends on its design. A tall holder meant for a single taper candle is a candlestick, while taper holders with arms that branch off a central column are candelabras. Shop a range of candle holders on 1stDibs.
What is a candle holder with multiple arms called?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
A candle holder with multiple arms is called a candelabra or candelabrum. A candelabra or candelabrum is highly regarded as a decorative object and the classic, dramatic form of this type of candle holder is still an inspiration for lighting designers today. Shop a collection of antique and vintage candelabras from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
How can you tell if a silver candle holder is real?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
To tell if a silver candle holder is real, find out if a magnet is attracted to it. Solid sterling silver and fine silver aren't magnetic. However, some silver plate candle holders may be. Silver plate is the term for items made of base metal and then finished with a layer of genuine silver. If the magnet sticks to your candle holders, they may be silver plate or constructed out of a different material. If you'd like an expert's assistance with the identification process, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Find a variety of candle holders on 1stDibs.

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