Few had their finger on the pulse of American furniture like importer and distributor Raymor. Founder Irving Richards first had his eyes opened to the world of furniture while attending the 1928 Salon d’Automne art and design fair in Paris. He joined Lightolier two years later and developed its business relationships, including with designer Russel Wright.
Wright and Richards met in 1935 and Russel Wright, Inc. was formed in 1936. Its American Modern ceramic tableware, produced under the name Wright Accessories in 1938, was a notably lucrative collaboration. Following the early success of American Modern, Richards obtained the majority share of Wright Accessories and changed its name to Raymor Mfg Division Inc. in 1941.
By 1952, the exclusivity over American Modern had ended (the line was initially produced by Wright Associates and later manufactured by Steubenville for two decades). To keep up with American markets, Raymor worked with prominent designers such as George Nelson, Arthur Umanoff, Ray and Charles Eames, and Hans J. Wegner.
The company’s imports expanded to Denmark, which contributed to the rise of Scandinavian modern designs in the American market. Throughout the 1950s, Richards established relationships with factories in Scandinavia, Italy and Germany, as well as with the influential tastemaker and importer Charles Stendig.
The furniture company Simmons bought Raymor in 1963 and changed its name to Raymor Richards, Morgenthau Inc. in 1969. During that time, Raymor’s Omnibus range of Scandinavian-style wall units became widely popular, along with Italian glass and pottery like Bitossi ceramics designed by Aldo Londi and Bagni ceramics by Alvino Bagni.
Shifting styles coupled with rising competition, and the departure of Richards from the company, ended Raymor. By the late 1970s, Raymor faced a wave of international factories able to produce similar products of lesser quality for a lower cost. Buyers were eager to frequently change their interior styles, limiting the need for high-end, durable furniture, which Raymor had been importing.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage Raymor ceramics, lamps, decorative objects and more.
Raymor Midcentury Candelabra Wall Sconce
By Raymor
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern, wall mount, candelabra or candle sconce by Raymor with elliptical shape walnut back and wrought iron candle holders.
Wrought Iron
$1,716
H 12.6 in W 7.09 in D 9.26 in
Wall Mounted Candelabra in Brass, Metallslöjden Gusum, Sweden, -1982
By Metallslojden Gusum
Located in Örebro, SE
Beautiful wall mounted candelabra in bras by Metallslöjden Gusum -1982, Sweden. Condition: good, wear consistent with age and use. Brass patina.
Brass
$1,585
H 17 in W 13.75 in D 7.5 in
19th Century French Empire Gilt Bronze Three-Light Sconce, Wall Candelabra
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
French Empire gilt bronze three-arm wall candleholder finely ornate with foliate, acorn motifs and three female faces, circa 1850-1870. This wall candelabra can easily be converted ...
Bronze
Medieval Style Iron Wall Candelabra
Located in Redding, CT
Medieval style iron wall torchiere. The perfect romantic touch for your home. Fill with candles above a bath tub or use on a porch or outside barn wall....
Iron
$3,347 / set
H 13 in W 5.71 in D 3.55 in
Midcentury Modern Brass Wall Candle Sconces, Veikko Huotari, Finland, 1950s
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Pair of lovely sconce candleholders by Veikko Huotari, made from brass. Elegant, well made details, etched star pattern. Give a warm sheen.
Brass
Midcentury Brass Lotus Candleholder Candelabra Feldman
By Feldman Lighting Co.
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A brass lotus flower 9 cup candleholder or candelabra, attributed to Feldman Lighting Company. Designed to hold votive candles.
Brass
$274Sale Price / set|50% Off
H 9.85 in W 9.85 in D 1.97 in
Midcentury Brutalist Forged Iron Candelabra Pair, Germany, 1950s
Located in Valencia, VC
Midcentury Brutalist Minimalist Forged Iron Candelabra – Pair, Germany A striking pair of forged iron candelabra, handmade in Germany during the mid-20th century. With a Brutalist y...
Iron, Wrought Iron
$950 / set
H 8.63 in W 10 in D 4.13 in
Pair of Midcentury Classical Sterling Silver 3-Light Candelabra
By Mueck-Cary
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Midcentury Classical sterling silver 3-light candelabra. Bellied socket on baluster shaft with split-mounted scrolled arms, each terminating in single same socket; stepped an...
Sterling Silver
Midcentury Modern Pine Wood Candelabra by Stig Johnsson, Sweden
By Stig Johnsson, Smålandsslöjd
Located in Västra Frölunda, SE
A large Scandinavian modern five-arm candelabra designed by Stig Johnsson and produced by Smålandsslöjd, Sweden, circa 1960s. Crafted in solid pine wood, this sculptural candelabra ...
Wood, Pine
Drop Unique Wall Candelabra in Aluminum by Andres Monnier
Located in Geneve, CH
Drop Unique Wall Candelabra in Aluminum by Andres Monnier Unique Piece Dimensions: D 7 x W 11 x H 25 cm. Materials: Aluminum. Available in different finishes and material options. C...
Aluminum
$860Sale Price / set|44% Off
H 7.09 in W 7.09 in D 3.94 in
Midcentury Ceramic Candelabra by Vallauris, Gaudí Style, France, 1950s
By Antoni Gaudí, Vallauris
Located in Valencia, VC
Pair of Whimsical Vallauris Ceramic Candleholders, France, circa 1950s An exceptional pair of sculptural ceramic candleholders from Vallauris, France, dating to the 1950s. These str...
Ceramic, Clay, Earthenware
Bronze Cherub Wall Sconce or Wall Candleholder
Located in Guaynabo, PR
Bronze sconce decorated with a pair of winged cherubs sat over two feathers moon with the stars. It appears that they are adorning the moon with a garland of roses. Two delicate scro...
Bronze
$650
H 28 in W 40 in D 7 in
Vintage Italian Hollywood Regency Gold Iron Tole Leafy 3 Candelabra Wall Sconce
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Italian Hollywood Regency Gold Iron Tole Leafy 3 Wooden Candle Holder Wall Sconce. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 28" H x 40" W x 7" D.
Iron