French Candle Holders

Wrought iron rat de cave candleholder, Normandie, France, 18th century. Weathered. H:30cm W:18,5cm D:19cm

This Mid-Century amorphic crystal and brass candle holder, signed Schneider, France, circa 1950, is an elegant embodiment of the refined artistry and modern sensibilities that define...

This elegant pair of French Biot glass hurricane candle holders exemplifies the enduring tradition of glassmaking from the village of Biot, located in the South of France. Mouth-blow...

Rare pair of “Totem” candlesticks designed by Hilton McConnico and produced by Maison Lanvin circa 1992. Crafted from a striking mix of gilt bronze, painted wood, resin, leather, car...

Pair of antique hand carved giltwood sconces featuring a neoclassical bowknot and ribbon motif. Two scrolling candle arms extending from a central vertical plaque topped with a furle...

A crystal masterpiece of beautiful proportions, this candleholder crystallize the extraordinary know-how of the Baccarat craftsmen. The different cuts in the crystal produce a magic ...

Pair of 19th-century French Bronzed Zinc Gothic Architectural Altar/Pricket Candlesticks, France, circa 1870s A stunning pair of 19th-century Fren...

A two part candle holder in silver plated brass signed Leonard 7x4

Art Nouveau style pressed glass candlesticks by Vallerysthal & Portieux, France, 1920s. Both are made of pressed or molded clear glass, with three dolphins on each base and other cut...

Wonderful Pair of 17th century French/English Huguenot Brass Silver Form Candlesticks. Removeable bobeches. Seamed. Traces of silver on underside of base. Very rare. Circa 1680. Rema...

A stunning hand-crafted pâte de verre glass candle holder in the form of a blooming flower, attributed to Daum Nancy, France, dating to the 2000s. The piece showcases rich cobalt an...

Very nice pair of Silver Plated Church candle sticks .France 1850s Triangle shaped base . with Three saints Jesus Maria and Josef.. normal wear ...

A striking example of late‑19th‑century French ecclesiastical metalwork, this Neo‑Gothic candleholder. It was crafted around 1880 and stamped “LL A Paris”, embodies the revivalist sp...

Pair of vintage Postmodern candlesticks in bronze with verdigris patina designed by Christian de Beaumont for his Milano Series (ca. 1980s, Franc...

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...

Antoine Louis Barye (Fr, 1796-1875) Candélabres avec perruche et faisan à quatre lumières (Four-light candelabra with parakeets and pheasants) Each inscribed 'BARYE' (to top of base...

A fine pair of French Art Deco candlesticks by Puiforcat, Paris, combining silver plated with lacquered lapis lazuli. Each candlestick rises from a stepped, concentric silver base of...

A magnificent French Empire candlestick, dating circa 1810–1820, expertly cast in finely chased bronze with original fire-gilded ormolu accents. The baluster-shaped shaft is richly a...

Mouth blowed star shaped colorless prime quality lead crystal candle holder from Daum, France. Measure 9 inches at widest point by 3.25 i...

This exquisite pair of late 19th-century Louis XVI-style six-arm candelabras is crafted from bronze and adorned with stunning rock crystal. Each candelabra features six gracefully cu...

A fantastic pair of sculptural candlesticks by Pierre Casenove for Fondica, signed by hand. These fire-gilded cast bronze birds in in surreal design with their roughly textured surfa...

An Important Pair of Louis XV Period French Ormolu Three Light Candelabra with 18th Century Chinese Foo Dogs An important pair of Louis XV period French ormolu three light candelabra, each centered by an 18th century Chinese terracotta foo dog mounted within an elaborate arrangement of mercury gilt bronze branches. The opposing male and female figures are modeled seated with raised heads, open mouths, exposed teeth, curled ears, and defined facial features. Their dark brown terracotta bodies are hand engraved with linear detailing through the fur and musculature, while small enamel accents are applied around the brows, necks, shoulders, and haunches. Each figure rests on a shaped gilt bronze platform surrounded by scrolling Rococo ornament. From behind the figures rise three asymmetrically arranged ormolu branches formed as curved stems with applied leaves. Each branch terminates in a foliate candle nozzle above a spreading arrangement of modeled leaves and berries. The composition combines Chinese ceramic figures with French mid 1700s Parisian gilt bronze mounts, a form of luxury decorative mounting associated with French interiors of the Louis XV period. The ormolu structure is assembled from numerous separately cast sections, consistent with the construction of French gilt bronze objects of the 18th century. The bases are built from individual scrolling elements joined around an upper platform, with projecting feet formed from molded C scrolls, leaf forms, and pierced sections. The branches are likewise cast in separate lengths and joined at structural points around the central figure. Large acanthus leaves wrap around the curved stems, while smaller leaves and buds appear at the junctions. The candle nozzles are cast with raised Rococo foliage and fluted vertical divisions. Examination of the undersides reveals visible sand casting texture, surface irregularities, and unevenness associated with period bronze casting methods. These areas were not intended for display and retain evidence of the casting and finishing process that is less visible on the worked exterior surfaces. The original surface is mercury gilded, or ormolu, the traditional French method in which a gold and mercury amalgam was applied to bronze before heating removed the mercury and left the gold bonded to the surface. The remaining gilding follows the modeled contours of the cast bronze, including the recessed veins of the leaves, molded borders of the bases, and raised details of the candle cups. Variations in the surface and areas of wear allow the underlying bronze to appear in places, while the protected recesses retain deeper gilding. The combination of separately cast components, hand chased surfaces, mercury gilding, and visible sand casting beneath the bases corresponds with Parisian bronze production of the mid 1700s. The Chinese terracotta figures date to the 18th century and were incorporated into the French mounts as central sculptural elements. Each foo dog is separately modeled and hand finished, with incised lines defining the body, legs, tail, and facial features. The male and female figures form a related opposing pair rather than exact duplicates. Their individual modeling, dark fired surface, engraved decoration, and applied enamel details remain clearly visible against the surrounding ormolu. The French bronze mounts were designed around the dimensions of the Chinese figures, with the branches rising behind and around each animal while leaving the bodies exposed from multiple viewpoints. The pairing of 18th century Chinese figures...

A stunning near pair of Mid-Century Modernist amorphic candelabra, crafted in crystal and brass, and signed Schneider, renowned for their exceptional artistry and attention to detail...

A beautiful pair of vintage, wall candle sconces in a classic Louis XVI style. These sconses are made of heavy, molded, bronze/copper alloy. They are identical and none of them featu...

A charming pair of antique wrought iron spiral candlesticks, dating to the 19th century. Each candlestick features a distinctive corkscrew stem with an adjustable candle holder, oper...

Luxury at its finest,  A collector’s item made by Lalique in France. This is a pair of Lalique Three Anemones pattern (10922) Candle Holders in Perfect Mint Contition. Designed by ...

A vintage French pair of handsome brutalist iron candleholders hand forged and hammered with their original painted finish. These elegant and simple pair of candle sticks have perfec...

Pair of brass candle holders with circular disc bases decorated with a surrounding leaf frieze. Stylized claw feet and star motifs accent the tapered shafts, while the candle socket...

The appeal of the Napoleon III style (sometimes referred to as the Second Empire) stems from the fact that art and furniture from the mid-1800s incorporated elements from previous Fr...

A pair of brass candle sconces designed and produced in France, c. 1970s. Patina on brass consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 18"H x 9.25"W x 5.5"D Number of...

Stunning 1950's Mid Century Crystal Amber Tone Candle Holder by Baccarat France. Nice piece for the collection.

A very fine and palatial French 19th century Louis XIV style Empire figural ormolu three-piece clock and candelabra garniture suite, comprising of a gilt-bronze clock and a pair of t...

A beautiful pair of French bronze candlesticks dating from the Napoleon III Period, mid-19th century, featuring elegant proportions and finely worked details inspired by the Louis XV...

Beautiful Art Nouveau silver candelabra from France, 1910s. Solid silver-plated form with curved arms and lovely floral detail on a solid angular pedestal base. Original finish shows...

Large mid century and brutalist style wrought iron floor candelabra.

Candelabra from the 60s in the style of Felix Agostini's work. Solid gilt bronze candlestick representing a bouquet of flowers holding 4 candles (one in the centre) Decorative and sc...

This model of Regence style hurricane lamps evolved in the early 18th century. It is a type of candlestick designed to shield candle flames from wind. They were used to illuminate te...

A gorgeous pair of antique early 20th-Century French Neoclassical style brass two arm candle wall sconces. These beautiful sconces are decorated with acanthus leaves, floral details,...

Modernist Sculptural Brutalist Bronze Metal Candleholder, France, 1960s

A sculptural bronze floral French Candle holder designed by Pierre Casenove for Fondica. signed.

For your consideration, a set of three (3) silver-plated candle holder is a vintage "Crown" model designed by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Designs, likely originating from the 1960s or ...

Single candlestick with gilt bronze angel sculpture, made in France in the 20th century Ø cm 8.5 Ø cm 7 h cm 24

A remarkable collection of three individually hand-forged French résiniers, or splint holders, dating from the 18th century with incredible patina created by time and use. Original...

An amazing hand - crafted French Colorful Glass Flower Leaves and Bronze 12 - Light Candelabra, 19th. For small candlesticks. Fully restored.

This stately patinated and fire gilt bronze candelabrum is of the finest quality, and retains its original finish. The figure of Nike (Winged Victory) standing on a gilt globe holds...

An antique French pair of Egyptian women figure candle holders made of hand crafted marble and patinated bronze, in good condition. The candle sticks are resting on an urn-shaped base. The particularized Parisian décor...

Pair of large gilt bronze candelabra from the Egyptian Revival period, with seven lights and finely cast figurative designs.

This magnificent, signed pair of seven-light candelabra from the Restoration period embodies the exceptional Parisian bronze artistry of the early 19th century. Crafted from olive-pa...

These are impressive pair of 19th century gilt metal candelabra held by an exquisitely patinated bronze cherubs'. They are placed on...

A fine pair of antique French 19th century Louis XV style five light gilt bronze candelabra Beautiful antique French five light gilt bronze hand chiselled pair of Louis XV style can...

This generously scaled five-arm candelabra has gained a wonderful patina since its creation during the 1890’s in France. A single arm is raised above the rest while four scrolling ar...

Very old and beautiful hand forged iron candleholder. Amazing period piece with a very pure and rustic design. Despite of its high age this candleholder is still very strong. France...

Pair of exceptional candelabra in the Louis XVI Style each With five lights and of vasiform centering ribbon-tied blossoming garlands flanked by bearded satyr masks with scrolling ho...

A stunning pair of French, 18th century giltwood candlesticks from a church or cathedral. These substantial "pricket" candlesticks will make a statement on any mantel or table: tall,...

A pair of large antique French wall sconces, hand-forged in wrought iron and dating to the late 19th Century, in good condition. Crafted in the Medieval style, each sconce features b...

18th Century French Louis XV Bronze Candlestick, Circa 1750 A magnificent and substantial French bronze candlestick from the Louis XV period, dating to circa 1750. Beautifully prop...

These are an exceptionally rare pair of stylized standing gilt bronze dolphin six arm candelabra plus a central stem raised on a rectangular gilt bronze malachite veneered bases. T...

Pair of candle holders in the style of Ateliers Marolles

A charming and heavy pair of Putti candlesticks modeled and signed by the French sculptor Sylvain Kinsburger. The pair are modeled with great detail and a sense of fluid movement, ci...

An elegant early 20th century Gustavian-style girandole combining aged brass, cobalt blue glass, clear faceted crystal, and a white marble base. Two candle arms terminate in deep blu...