Before Mark Brazier-Jones became an internationally celebrated furniture and lighting designer, interior decorator and sculptor, he took part in live shows by the band Funkapolitan, dazzling concert audiences with his “performance welding art,” which saw him creating dynamic sculptures on stage during the 1980s. Since then, Brazier-Jones has produced provocative chandeliers, chairs and other ornate furnishings that draw on Art Nouveau, baroque and Rococo design and has amassed a star-studded clientele that includes actors, art collectors and rock music royalty.
Brazier-Jones was born in 1956 in New Zealand, then moved with his family to the United Kingdom at the age of 12. He later earned a BA in ceramic sculpture and, during the 1970s and early 1980s, found work in the nascent music video industry, designing and building sets for musicians Elton John, David Bowie and others.
While he was immersed in London’s warehouse party scene, Brazier-Jones met Tom Dixon and Nick Jones of Funkapolitan. They forged a friendship and invited Brazier-Jones on stage to create sculptures out of shopping carts and old cars as the band performed (Dixon also created sculptures from scrap metal onstage while performing with the band). In 1983, Brazier-Jones, Dixon and Jones started the Creative Salvage Group, later joined by French designer André Dubreuil. The collective’s first exhibition of welded art-furniture sold out and garnered immediate critical acclaim.
After a few years, Brazier-Jones focused on solo design endeavors and moved to rural Hertfordshire, where he established his workshop and studio in a 16th-century barn. With the support of a small team, Brazier-Jones designs and produces everything from console tables and floor lamps to daybeds and mirrors.
Brazier-Jones’s works are held in permanent public collections, including the Victoria and Albert, the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, the Museum of Fine Arts and more.
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Mark Brazier-Jones, Astrocharger, Candleholder, UK, Circa 1990
By Mark Brazier-Jones
Located in New York, NY
Since the start of his career in 1983 (as a founding member of the Creative Salvage Group), Brazier-Jones has honed a collection and philosophy unique within the concept of functiona...
Bronze, Wrought Iron
Set of Two Mark Brazier-Jones Candlesticks Model Olympia 1990s, Signed & Dated
By Mark Brazier-Jones
Located in Munich, DE
Gorgeous set of two candlesticks. The set consists of one table and one wall candlestick. Model Olympia. Created by Mark Brazier-Jones. Both are signed and dated: Wall Candlestick: M...
Copper, Steel
A Pair of Mark Brazier-Jones Candlesticks, Model Olympia c. 1986
By Mark Brazier-Jones
Located in New York, NY
A pair of candlesticks designed by Marc Brazier-Jones circa 1986, model Olympia. Constructed from patinated sheet steel and copper, the design features a sharply tapered base that ri...
Copper, Steel
Gingko Candlesticks by Mark Bankowsky
By Marc Bankowsky
Located in Palm Desert, CA
These bronze gingko leaf candlesticks inspired by the naturalistic designs of the Art Nouveau period are by Marc Bankowsky. Originally conceived for the restaurant of famed French restauranteur Pierre Gognaire, they proved popular enough that they are now offered to a wider audience. The focal point are the 2 leaves of the gingko. The top of the leaves are scored, the undersides are smooth. The candles are supported by a wonderful spiraling detail at the center of each leaf. Naturalistically cast, with the high areas polished, these candlesticks are hand signed by the artist (see image #10) as well as his cipher that is in the mold. Currently, we have 2 pair available and the collection of 4 would make an impressive statement on a large table. Offered for less as we were able to acquire these on the secondary market, here's your chance! Online Bio (artsy): "Designer and decorator Marc Bankowsky creates furniture and accessories using materials including metal, plaster, resin, and lambswool. Often inspired by the natural world, Bankowksy has produced candlestick-holders and sconces in the form of flowers and leaves, and bronze table legs...
Bronze
Antler Candleholder
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Candleholder made of red deer antlers and shiny chromed brass.
Antler
$2,825
H 3.35 in W 3.71 in D 1.5 in
Pair of Late Functionalist Bronze Candlesticks – Sune Bäckström, Model 9040
By Sune Bäckström
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of patinated bronze candlesticks designed by Swedish artist Sune Bäckström around 1940 (model 9040). Sculptural late Functionalist design with a distinctly architectural – alm...
Bronze
$691Sale Price|50% Off
H 31.11 in W 9.85 in D 9.45 in
Italian Neoclassical Gilded Wooden Candleholder, Circa 1780-1800
Located in Buisson, FR
Great wooden candleholder with its original gilding. Original period piece and rare to find. Italy, circa 1780-1800. Weathered and small losses. Measurements include the metal peak ...
Wood
1930s Set of Two Danish Just Andersen Pewter Candlesticks
By Just Andersen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of two Danish Just Andersen art deco pewter candle holders produced by Just Andersen A/S in the 1930's. The candle holders are in good vintage condition and marked with Just. ...
Metal, Pewter
Set of Two Candlesticks Arts and Crafts, 1900, England
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful set of two candle holders, candlesticks in brass and copper designed in the Art and Crafts period, in Britain. The candlesticks are of a beautiful quality and handcrafted a...
Brass, Copper
Sveden Candleholder, circa 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Sveden candleholder, circa 1950s Original condition.
Brass
$770Sale Price / set|30% Off
H 10.38 in W 2.25 in D 2.25 in
Set of Six Charles Hollis Jones Style Candlesticks
Located in Dallas, TX
These are Lucite with metal tips to hold candles. Thick Lucite. Charles Hollis Jones or Karl Springer style. Measures: All are 2.25 square, smallest is 6.38", medium is 8.38" and tal...
Metal
1940s Set of Two Danish Just Andersen Pewter Candlesticks
By Just Andersen
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of two Danish Just Andersen mid century candle holders produced by Just Andersen A/S in the 1940 - 1950´s. The candle holders are in good vintage condition and marked with Jus...
Metal, Pewter
Pair of Pewter Candlesticks
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1900 English cast pewter candlesticks with original patina. Measurements: Height: 10" Diameter: 6".
Pewter
Pair of bronze candlestick
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Pair of bronze candlestick
Bronze
Pair of Danish Candlesticks
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Danish Empire painted and bone candlesticks, circa 1810, of baluster form carved bone bandings and a circular base.
Sold
H 6.75 in W 8 in D 10 in
Mark Brazier-Jones, Manhattan, Pair of Contemporary Wall Sconces, UK, 2021
By Mark Brazier-Jones
Located in New York, NY
Since the start of his career in 1983 (as a founding member of the Creative Salvage Group), Brazier-Jones has honed a collection and philosophy unique within the concept of functiona...
Bronze, Wrought Iron
Mark Brazier Jones Guardian Candle Holder
By Mark Brazier-Jones
Located in Čelinac, BA
Mark Brazier Jones Bronze Candle Holder
Bronze
Marc Brazier Jones Astro Charger Table Candleholder
By Mark Brazier-Jones
Located in Hamburg, DE
Decorative candle light holder by Marc Brazier Jones, with engraved glass and blue glass ball as the centre of the eye, wrought iron and bronze, gi...
Bronze, Iron