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Peill & Putzler Candle Holders

German

Transforming light manufacturing into an aesthetic art form, Peill & Putzler is synonymous with futuristic globular glassworks. It was a massive operation at the peak of its production, creating mid-century modern designs and employing up to 1,500 workers. Its table lamps, wall lights and chandeliers and pendants are anything but mundane and are admired today for their innovative artistry.

The melding of two great, independent glassworks companies in 1947 to form Peill & Putzler occurred at the beginning of a postwar design surge. Peill und Sohn, founded in 1903, was led by Leopold Peill, a philanthropist and glassmaker. Originally from Pieńsk in today’s Poland, the Putzler brothers were well-established glass producers known for kerosene street lighting. The synthesis of the two companies established the renowned glassworks and a lighting company. The site of its glassworks factory in Düren, Germany, became the home of this integrated partnership.

In 1953, the German Design Council was formed, with Peill & Putzler as a founding member. The council is essential today, bringing social awareness, support and knowledge transfer to design companies and providing beneficial tools for their success. 

Heading the company at this time were Günther Peill and Hans Ahrenkiel. The pair were experimental with the designs the company produced. Advancing technologies supported industrial production, allowing the company to manufacture pieces that were as much art as functional objects.

Designers of note who worked with Peill & Putzler and contributed to its acclaim included Aloys Ferdinand Gangkofner, Wilhelm Wagenfeld, Helmut Demary, William Brown, Horst Tüselmann and Wilhelm Braun-Feldweg. Collaboratively, they produced stunning flush mount lighting, candle holders and vases and vessels.

On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage Peill & Putzler lighting, decorative objects, glass and more.

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German Ice Cube Candle Holder in Glass from Peill & Putzler, 1970s
German Ice Cube Candle Holder in Glass from Peill & Putzler, 1970s

German Ice Cube Candle Holder in Glass from Peill & Putzler, 1970s

By Peill & Putzler

Located in Hamburg, DE

German Ice Cube Candle Holder in Glass from Peill & Putzler, 1970s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1970 to 1979 Additional information: Materials: Glass Country of Origin: German...

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20th Century German Peill & Putzler Candle Holders

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Glass

Peill & Putzler candlestick, glass and metal, Germany, 1970
Peill & Putzler candlestick, glass and metal, Germany, 1970

Peill & Putzler candlestick, glass and metal, Germany, 1970

By Peill & Putzler

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Glass candlestick designed and produced by peill and putzler in germany in the 1970s. Candlestick in geometric chromed metal and transparent glass that can support 3 candles. Magnifi...

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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Peill & Putzler Candle Holders

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Metal

Glass by Peill & Putzler Pair of Cube Candlestick 'Ice Cubes'
Glass by Peill & Putzler Pair of Cube Candlestick 'Ice Cubes'

Glass by Peill & Putzler Pair of Cube Candlestick 'Ice Cubes'

By Peill & Putzler

Located in Verviers, BE

Pair of Peill & Putzler ice cube lamps Pair of cube candlestick (ice cubes) in glass by Peill & Putzler. Period: 1960s Style: Midcentury Quantity: Tw...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Peill & Putzler Candle Holders

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Glass

Pair of Cube Candlestick 'Ice Cubes' in Glass by Peill & Putzler
Pair of Cube Candlestick 'Ice Cubes' in Glass by Peill & Putzler

Pair of Cube Candlestick 'Ice Cubes' in Glass by Peill & Putzler

By Peill & Putzler

Located in Verviers, BE

Pair of Peill & Putzler ice cube lamps Pair of cube candlestick (ice cubes) in glass by Peill & Putzler. Period: 1960s Style: Midcentury The piece is in excellent condition and a ...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Peill & Putzler Candle Holders

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Glass

Pair of Cube Candlestick 'Ice Cubes' in Glass by Peill & Putzler
Pair of Cube Candlestick 'Ice Cubes' in Glass by Peill & Putzler

Pair of Cube Candlestick 'Ice Cubes' in Glass by Peill & Putzler

By Peill & Putzler

Located in Verviers, BE

Pair of Peill & Putzler ice cube lamps Pair of cube candlestick (ice cubes) in glass by Peill & Putzler. Period: 1960s Style: Midcentury Quantity: Two. The piece is ...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Peill & Putzler Candle Holders

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Glass

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Peill & Putzler candle holders for sale on 1stDibs.

Peill & Putzler candle holders are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of glass and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Peill & Putzler candle holders, although silver editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original candle holders by Peill & Putzler were created in the mid-century modern style in germany during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider candle holders by Rosenthal, Caesar Stoffi, and Steuler. Prices for Peill & Putzler candle holders can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $254 and can go as high as $259, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $257.