Known for his intricate metal furniture, jewelry and housewares, Michael Aram is something of a throwback in the world of design: a hands-on maker, both artist and artisan. Aram’s idiosyncratic style and the inherent authenticity of each of his handmade designs have made him a favorite of contemporary collectors.
Aram — full name: Michael Aram Wolohojian — was born in Providence, Rhode Island, to a tight-knit Armenian family and grew up in Scarsdale, New York. He studied art in Florence, Italy, and at the Art Students League in New York.
While on a 1989 trip to India, Aram was exposed to metalworking traditions such as sand-casting and hand-forging, and he became entranced with these techniques. He stayed in the country to study metalsmithing and collaborated with local craftsmen on his own designs, and still maintains a workshop in New Delhi.
A few of Aram’s lines are based on simple geometric shapes, but the majority are inspired by nature, in particular trees, flowers and other plant life. Rendered in materials that range from silvered bronze to patinated brass to nickel-plated steel, Aram’s forms for such lines as Sleepy Hollow and Black Orchid are drawn directly from botanical sources. He is likely unusual among contemporary designers for sometimes using the same decorative motif for both furniture and tableware pieces but his works are warm, witty, well-made and unlike any you’ve seen before.
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Michael Aram Original Vintage Modern Sculptural Bronze and Brass Candle Holder
By Michael Aram
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare decorative object- a brass modern candlestick holder in sculptural shape. it holds three candles. Constructed with brass. Functions as...
Brass
Black Orchid Candlestick Holders by Michael Aram
By Michael Aram
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the exquisite "Black Orchid" Candlestick Holders by Michael Aram, a captivating addition to your home décor collection. Crafted with meticulou...
Nickel
Link Candle Holder Set of Five by Michael Dreeben, Modern Brass Design
By Michael Dreeben
Located in Chicago, IL
The Link Candle Holder is a modular system that can be expanded to any size, available in cast brass. Sold as a set of five. (not available in cast ...
Brass
Neoclassic Bronze Candle Holders
Located in Tampa, FL
A very unusual and attractive pair of tapered French bronze candle holders. circa 1800s.
Bronze
$887
H 10.04 in Dm 8.27 in
Mid-Century Modern Handmade Massive Brass Candle Holder by Michael Harjes 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
It was designed by Michael Harjes (1926-2006) and manufactured by Harjes Metalkunst (1912), the family business in Germany. The candlestick is in excellent condition and has a deep g...
Brass
$320 / set
H 7.5 in W 6.5 in D 2.2 in
Pair of Sculptural Brass and Black Ring Candle Holders, Postmodern, 1980s
Located in Toronto, CA
Strikingly architectural and refined, this pair of Postmodern candleholders exemplifies the sculptural sophistication of 1980s European design. Each piece features a bold black circu...
Metal, Brass
Smithsonian Institution Brass Candlestick Holder by Baldwin
By Baldwin Brass
Located in Medina, OH
(1) 3.75" Polished Brass Candlestick created by Baldwin Brass company and commissioned for the Smithsonian Institution, in perfect vintage condition. Behold the epitome of classic c...
Brass
Pair of Bronze Verdigris Art Nouveau Sculptural Candle Holders
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Pair of vintage candle holders features cast bronze construction with striking floral stems and bases supporting conical candle holders with flared out rims. The stems are sculpted a...
Bronze
$4,891 / set
H 23 in W 3 in D 3 in
White candle holder, set of four marble white candlestick holder by P. Mathieu
By Paul Mathieu (French), Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Paul Mathieu designed these elegant white candle holder in marble for Stephanie Odegard Co. Ltd. Solid pieces of marble are turned to create these delicate designs. The marble is hand-carved to make these marble candle sticks...
Marble
Inca Style Double Candlestick Holder
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
South/Central American (Incan/Mayan) style double candleholder. Bottom is marked J.P. (or J.R.) Combes Aigues-Vives, Aude (town in southern France) 65 (1965) Piece Unique. Combes ma...
Vintage Figurative Cast Bronze Candle Holders, Pair
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful pair of cast bronze figurative statues of men carrying two candle cups USA, Late-20th Century Measures: 4"W x 3"D x 10.5"H Very good...
Bronze
Michael Aram Black Orchid Bowl
By Michael Aram
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Elegant steel bowl features striking nickel-plated handle formed by long twisting stem of flowering orchid draped around the bowl. The dark color and organic, natural, Art Deco style...
Stainless Steel
Sculptural Ceramic Candle Holder – Handbuilt Organic Form Candle Holder
Located in Istanbul, TR
This sculptural ceramic candle holder is designed as a quiet interplay between form and light. The piece features an enclosed, cave-like structure that softly diffuses the candle’s g...
Stoneware
Brass Candlestick – Hand-Turned Sculptural Candle Holder (H 83)
By VandaVee
Located in London, GB
Asha II is a sculptural trio of candlesticks handcrafted in brushed brass, created to bring quiet ritual into contemporary interiors. Each piece rises in a distinct silhouette, drawi...
Brass
Modern Brass Three Candlestick Holder by Michael Aram 1990s Vintage
By Michael Aram
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Candlestick holder Brass candlestick holder Holds three candles. Designer Michael Aram. Signed Aram. Made in the USA 1990s Dimensions: 8.5 H x 2.75 D x 8 W. Original vintage unresto...
Brass
Sold
H 9.5 in Dm 3.25 in
Contemporary Modern Gold Gilt Metal Pair Candlesticks Signed Michael Aram, 1980s
By Michael Aram
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a vibrant pair of candlesticks, made of gilded metal, signed by Michael Aram, circa 1980s. In excellent condition. The dimensions of each are 3.25" diameter...
Metal
Early Michael Aram Forged Brass Candlesticks
By Michael Aram
Located in New York, NY
Stunning pair of forge brass Brutalist style candlesticks by Michael Aram. Both are signed "Aram 91".
Brass
Aluminum "Cityscape" Menorah by Michael Aram
By Michael Aram
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Aluminum Menorah in the style of the "Cityscape" series by Paul Evans. This very cool piece was designed by Michael Aram.
Metal, Aluminum
Early Hand-Forged Brass Candlestick by Michael Aram, Signed 1992
By Michael Aram
Located in New York, NY
Early hand-forged brass candlestick by Michael Aram, signed 1992. We offer free regular deliveries to NYC and Philadelphia area. Delivery to DC, MD, C...
Brass, Bronze