Used Candle Holders
1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Used Candle Holders
Brass
Mid-20th Century Used Candle Holders
Metal
1960s Modern Used Candle Holders
Onyx
Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Used Candle Holders
Alpaca
20th Century Hollywood Regency Used Candle Holders
Sterling Silver
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Candle Holders
Brass
1950s Balkan Arts and Crafts Used Candle Holders
Wood
1960s American Scandinavian Modern Used Candle Holders
Wenge
Early 1800s French Used Candle Holders
Bronze
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Candle Holders
Stainless Steel
1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Used Candle Holders
Brass
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Candle Holders
Metal
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Used Candle Holders
Glass
19th Century Italian Used Candle Holders
Giltwood
1970s European Hollywood Regency Used Candle Holders
Plastic
1960s Swedish Brutalist Used Candle Holders
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Candle Holders
Iron
Mid-20th Century Spanish Used Candle Holders
Iron
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Candle Holders
Silver
1930s European British Colonial Used Candle Holders
Metal, Sterling Silver
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Used Candle Holders
Brass
1930s French Used Candle Holders
Pottery
1970s Mid-Century Modern Used Candle Holders
Ceramic
20th Century Unknown Empire Revival Used Candle Holders
Bronze
1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Used Candle Holders
Glass, Wood, Cherry
20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Used Candle Holders
Art Glass
1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Used Candle Holders
Brass, Copper
1970s German Brutalist Used Candle Holders
Metal
Early 20th Century Used Candle Holders
Metal
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Used Candle Holders
Brass, Nickel
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Candle Holders
Blown Glass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Candle Holders
Rosewood
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Used Candle Holders
Metal
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Used Candle Holders
Iron
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Used Candle Holders
Crystal
Late 20th Century Irish Used Candle Holders
Crystal
Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Used Candle Holders
Bronze
1970s Mid-Century Modern Used Candle Holders
Wood
Late 20th Century American Modern Used Candle Holders
Steel
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Used Candle Holders
Brass
19th Century Dutch Used Candle Holders
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Hollywood Regency Used Candle Holders
Rock Crystal
1960s Spanish Hollywood Regency Used Candle Holders
Metal
Early 20th Century Dutch Modern Used Candle Holders
Pottery
1960s Spanish Rustic Used Candle Holders
Wood
Late 20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Used Candle Holders
Glass
1950s Spanish Romantic Used Candle Holders
Glass
1960s Spanish Rustic Used Candle Holders
Metal
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Used Candle Holders
Metal
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Used Candle Holders
Metal
20th Century European Used Candle Holders
Bronze
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Used Candle Holders
Rosewood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Candle Holders
Iron
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Used Candle Holders
Brass
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Used Candle Holders
Ceramic
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Used Candle Holders
Brass
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Used Candle Holders
Brass
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Used Candle Holders
Brass
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Used Candle Holders
Brass
20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Used Candle Holders
Metal
- 1
- ...
Used Candle Holders For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much are Used Candle Holders?
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023You 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Hurricane 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023How 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023The 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022One 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Some 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023What 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Because 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023What 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 ExpertJune 15, 2023You can use a variety of items instead of a candlestick holder. Place a candle on a stone or marble coaster or rest it on a plate. You can also put candles in vases, bowls and jars. However, double-check that whatever you choose to substitute for a candle holder is flame- and heat-resistant. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of candle holders.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023What 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.
Read More
African Travel Plans on Hold? This Ardmore Leopard Vase Brings the Beauty of the Savanna to You
It’s an excellent example of the sought-after ceramics coming out of South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province.
With a High-Tech Flagship and Cool Collabs, Lladró Is Breaking the Mold for Porcelain Production
Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.
Zoë Powell’s Magnolia 05 Vessel Is Handmade from Clay She Unearthed Herself
The free-form stoneware piece is inspired by the magnolia tree and its associations with home.
8 Ways to Breathe New Life into a Space with Plants
The pair behind the Instagram account @houseplantclub share their tips for making any room of the house gloriously green.
Paris Gallerist Sandy Toupenet Gets Fired Up over 20th-Century Ceramics and Inventive New Makers
Her space on the city’s Left Bank mixes mid-century pieces by the likes of Jean Cocteau and Pablo Picasso with whimsical contemporary creations.
These Soft Sculptures Are Childhood Imaginary Friends Come to Life
Miami artist and designer Gabriela Noelle’s fantastical creations appeal to the Peter Pan in all of us.
This Vivacious Teapot Has Agnes Martin on One Side and Jean-Michel Basquiat on the Other
Ceramist Roberto Lugo brings a street-art sensibility to a dainty serving vessel while paying homage to his artistic heroes.
This Rare Set of 100 Alessi Vases Includes Designs by Scores of International Artists
Alessandro Mendini, Michael Graves, Ettore Sottsass and other design luminaries contributed to this unusual collection of porcelain wares representing a time capsule of late-20th-century decorative art.