What is a candle snuffer called?

Candle snuffers are sometimes called "extinguishers," “dousing cones" and "doubters." However, you will normally see them referred to simply as candle snuffers. You can find a selection of antique and vintage candle snuffers from top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.

What is the point of a candle snuffer?

The point of a candle snuffer is to extinguish candles more carefully. Using one to put out a flame is less likely to cause wax splatters and damage to the candle than blowing out the wick. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique candle snuffers.

Tiffany Candle Snuffer

La Paglia Sterling

Tiffany Italian Sterling

Padova Silver

Elsa Peretti Sterling Silver

Tiffany Bronze Candlesticks

Tiffany Studios Turtleback

Tiffany Elsa Peretti Glass

Padova Tiffany

Tiffany Studios New York "Tripod" Candlestick with Snuffer

$7,500

H 7.25 in Dm 21.5 in

Tiffany Studios New York "Tripod" Candlestick with Snuffer

By Tiffany Studios

Located in New York, NY

A Tiffany Studios New York glass and bronze “Tripod” candlestick, featuring a round ball top with a

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Candle Stands

Materials

Bronze

Tiffany Elsa Peretti Sterling Candle Snuffer

$400

H 2.25 in W 17 in D 1 in

Tiffany Elsa Peretti Sterling Candle Snuffer

Located in Tarrytown, NY

1980s Tiffany sterling Elsa Peretti candle snuffer in box.

Category

Vintage 1980s Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Padova Sterling Silver Candle Snuffer

$695

H 2.25 in W 1 in D 17 in

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Padova Sterling Silver Candle Snuffer

By Tiffany & Co., Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine signed silver candle snuffer. In sterling silver. By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. In

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

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Tiffany Studios Glass & Bronze Gimbal Candlestick with Snuffer

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H 7 in W 7 in D 4.5 in

Tiffany Studios Glass & Bronze Gimbal Candlestick with Snuffer

Located in New York, NY

candlestick with snuffer. A similar piece is pictured in: Tiffany Lamps and Metalware: An illustrated

Category

Early 20th Century American Candle Holders

Materials

Bronze

Padova by Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Candle Snuffer Original

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H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in

Padova by Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Candle Snuffer Original

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Big Bend, WI

Sterling silver original candle snuffer, 17" in the pattern Padova by Tiffany & Co. It is not

Category

20th Century Serving Pieces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Candle Snuffer Sterling Silver and Turned Wood

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H 1 in W 1 in D 10.25 in

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Candle Snuffer Sterling Silver and Turned Wood

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Sterling silver candle snuffer Vintage Tiffany & Co Makers Sterling Silver and Turned Wood Candle

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. by E. Peretti Sterling Silver Candle Snuffer Mid-Century Modern

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H 2.1 in Dm 17 in

Tiffany & Co. by E. Peretti Sterling Silver Candle Snuffer Mid-Century Modern

By Elsa Peretti, Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co., Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Tiffany & Co. sterling silver candle snuffer, designed by the celebrated Elsa Peretti, in Mid

Category

20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Padova Sterling Silver Candle Snuffer

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H 2.25 in W 1 in D 17.25 in

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Padova Sterling Silver Candle Snuffer

By Tiffany & Co., Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine designer silver candle snuffer. In sterling silver. By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. In

Category

20th Century Italian Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mid-Century Modern Hand Hammered Sterling Silver Candle Snuffer with Wood Handle

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H 9.38 in W 1.13 in D 2.75 in

Mid-Century Modern Hand Hammered Sterling Silver Candle Snuffer with Wood Handle

By Cartier, Alphonse La Paglia, Tiffany & Co., Buccellati, Georg Jensen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine vintage American Mid-Century candle snuffer. In the style of Georg Jensen or La Paglia. In

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

GIMBEL CANDLESTICK AND SNUFFER Signed Tiffany Studios

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GIMBEL CANDLESTICK AND SNUFFER Signed Tiffany Studios

Located in Stamford, CT

Offered here is a gimbel candlestick and snuffer signed Tiffany Studios.

Category

20th Century American Candle Holders

Materials

Bronze

LC Tiffany 3-Leg Candlesticks with Snuffers and Blue Cabachons

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H 21 in Dm 8 in

LC Tiffany 3-Leg Candlesticks with Snuffers and Blue Cabachons

Located in Stamford, CT

Offered here is a very rare and unusual PAIR of Louis Tiffany 3 leg candlesticks with original

Category

Early 20th Century American Candle Holders

Materials

Bronze

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Questions About Tiffany Candle Snuffer

What is a candle snuffer called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Candle snuffers are sometimes called "extinguishers," “dousing cones" and "doubters." However, you will normally see them referred to simply as candle snuffers. You can find a selection of antique and vintage candle snuffers from top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.
What is the point of a candle snuffer?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The point of a candle snuffer is to extinguish candles more carefully. Using one to put out a flame is less likely to cause wax splatters and damage to the candle than blowing out the wick. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique candle snuffers.