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Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

SCANDINAVIAN MODERN STYLE

Scandinavian modernism is perhaps the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life.

ORIGINS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN 

CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

  • Bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetries
  • Use of natural materials — native woods such as pine, ash and beech
  • Open, airy spaces
  • Promotion of functionality
  • Emphasis on craftsmanship; rooted in cabinetry profession and traditional construction techniques
  • Minimal ornamentation (little to no embellishment)
  • A neutral or light color palette owing to prominence of light woods

SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The gentle, organic contours that are typical of Scandinavian design appear in the furnishings and decor created by Danish, Finnish and Swedish designers not as a stylistic gesture, but rather as a practical, ergonomic — and, as importantly, elegant — response to the human form.

Each nation produced exceptional talents in all areas of the applied arts, yet each had its forté. Sweden was home to Greta Magnusson Grossman and Bruno Mathsson — creators of the classic Grasshopper lighting series and Berlin daybed, respectively — but the country excelled most notably at ceramics. In the 1920s at the great Gustavsberg porcelain manufactory, Wilhelm Kåge introduced pieces in the Scandinavian style based on influences from folklore to Cubism; his skills were passed on to his versatile and inspired pupils Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg.

Likewise, Finland produced a truly ingenious Scandinavian modern furniture designer in the architect Alvar Aalto, a master at melding function and artistic form in works like the Paimio chair, created in collaboration with his first wife, Aino. Yet Finnish glassware was pre-eminent, crafted in expressive, sculptural designs by Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva.

The Danes excelled at chairs. Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen were exemplars of the country’s facility with wood, particularly teak

Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair; Jacobsen — while the revolutionary architect and furniture innovator produced the best-selling plywood Ant chair — designed two classic upholstered pieces of the 1950s: the Swan chair and Egg chair. The list of great Danes could go on and on, including Finn Juhl, a stylistic maverick and maker of the bold Chieftain chair; Poul Kjaerholm, with his lean metal-and-rattan aesthetic; and Verner Panton, who introduced a vibrant Pop note into international design.

Today, decades after their heyday, the prolific, ever-evolving Scandinavian modernists continue to amaze and delight, and interior designers all over the world use their pieces to bring warmth to any given space.

On 1stDibs, you will note both instantly recognizable vintage Scandinavian modern chairs, sofas, rugs and tables — those that have earned iconic status over time — and many new discoveries. 

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Style: Scandinavian Modern
Josef Frank Candlestick Produced by Svenskt Tenn in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Candlestick (the knot of friendship) in brass designed by Josef Frank. Produced by Svenskt Tenn in Sweden.
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Scandinavian Modern Pewter Drip Candle Holders by Avesta Jernverk, Sweden, 1960s
By Svenskt Tenn, Estrid Ericsson, Josef Frank
Located in Odense, DK
Pair of wonderful white metal drip pewter candles made in the 1960s at Avesta Jernverk / Avesta Ironworks in Sweden. In the style of Svenskt Tenn.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Metal

Vintage Skultana Wall Sconce Designed By Pierre Forsell
Located in Doraville, GA
Vintage solid brass wall sconce for candles designed by Pierre Forsell for the Swedish firm Skultana in the 1950’s. The sconce has its o...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Danish Modern Sculptural Candleholders in Brass, 1970s, Set of 3
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Sculptural organically shaped candlesticks in solid brass. They have an almost fluid shape. Unknown Danish maker circa 1960s-70s in a style reminiscent of Pierre Forsell, Henning Kop...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Pair of Illums Bolighus Candelabras Brass Serpentine Candle Holder Denmark 1950s
Located in Basel, BS
Pair of Illums Bolighus serpentine candelabras in solid brass, made in Denmark in the 1950s. Both are in very good condition with a beautiful subtle patina. For candles with a diam...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Candleholder "Gille" - Pierre Forsell - Skultuna
Located in Stockholm, SE
A candleholder "Gille" designed by Pierre Forsell at Skultuna. It is in excellent condition and unmarked. Pierre Forsell worked for several years at Skultuna Brassworks, where he c...
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1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Pair of Swedish Bronze Sconces Candle Holders Scandinavian Modern
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage pair of Scandinavian Modern Swedish brass wall-mounted candle sconces features ornate textured wall plates, framed with wide border with an abstract graphic pattern, equipped...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass, Bronze

5 Brass Candlesticks - Pierre Forsell - Skultuna
Located in Stockholm, SE
A set of 5 candlesticks by Pierre Forsell, designed and produced at Skultuna in 1980-1990s. The candlesticks are 9 cm in diameter and in excellent condition except from some minor sc...
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1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Modernist Brass Vase by Pierre Forssell for Skultuna, Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful brass vase in a crown shape by Pierre Forssell. Fun and luxurious at the same time. Pierre Forssell was an acclaimed industrial designer who designed cutlery and cookware ...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Pierre Forssell Brass Candleholders Made by hand in Skultuna Sweden. Brancusi
Located in Forest, BE
This series of candleholders was hand crafted in the 1970's at the Skultuna factory next to the studio were Pierre Forssell was working with he's assistant. The candleholder is made ...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Pierre Forssell Brass Candleholders and vase Made by hand in Skultuna Sweden
Located in Forest, BE
This candleholders was hand crafted in the 1970's at the Skultuna factory next to the studio were Pierre Forssell was working with he's assistant. The candleholder is made of brass. ...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Gunnar Ander, Candelabra, Brass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass candelabra designed by Gunnar Ander and produced by Ystad-Metall, Sweden, c. 1950s. Dimensions: 8.125” H x 7.25” diameter Holds .375” diameter candles 
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Scandinavian Candelabra in Brass & Glass, Gunnar Ander Ystad Metal Sweden 50-60s
Located in Vorst, BE
A Swedish Modernist candelabra by Gunnar Ander. Produced by Ystad-Metall, located in the town of Ystad in Sweden. Candle-holder for 6 candles in solid, polished brass glass cups in...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Pair of Arthur Pettersson Candle Holders Brass Candle Sticks Arthur Pe Kolbäck
Located in Basel, BS
Rare pair of Arthur Pettersson asymmetrical candle holders in solid brass, hand-crafted in Kolbäck, Sweden in the 1960s. Brass is in very good condition, lacquered finish. Height: ...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Gunnar Ander 4 Flower Candelabra Brass & Purple Glass, Ystad Metall Sweden 1960s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Four arm candelabra by Swedish designer Gunnar Ander (1908-1976) for Ystad Metall, Sweden. Made ca 1960s. The candelabra is made from brass and shaped as four...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Brass Serpentine Candlestick by Illums Bolighus. Denmark, 1950s
Located in Malmö, SE
Vintage solid brass serpentine candlestick for two candles. Made by Illums Bolighus. Copenhagen, Denmark, 1950s Great condition with amazing patina. If you prefer them shiny you can...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Per Lutken for for Holmegaard Scandinavian Midcentury Glass Candleholder 1960s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Pair of scandinavian Mid-Century Modern glass candleholder candlestick holder designed by Per Lutken and production by Holmegaard, Denmark ci...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Glass

Swedish Modern Candelholders in Brass and Steel, Englesson, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Set of 6 candle holders in brass and worked steel. These icon candleholders was designed by Staffan Englesson in Sweden, 1970s. The cylinder-shaped f...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass, Steel

Scandinavian Modern Pewter Drip Candle Holders by Avesta Jernverk, Sweden, 1960s
By Svenskt Tenn, Estrid Ericsson, Josef Frank
Located in Odense, DK
Pair of wonderful white metal drip pewter candles made in the 1960s at Avesta Jernverk / Avesta Ironworks in Sweden. In the style of Svenskt Tenn.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Metal

Set of 3 Danish Candlesticks, Solid Turned Rosewood, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Two different heights 14.5cm and 20cm.
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1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Wood

Collection of Decanter and Bowls in Brass Pierre Forsell Skultuna, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Wonderful, sculptured brass Decanter and bowls made from solid brass. These ones were manufactured in Sweden at Skultuna and Designed by Pierre Forssell. There are one decanter and 1...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Set Of Two Candelabras designed by Eik Hogland, Sweden
Located in Antwerp, BE
A decorative set midcentury modern four-armed table candelabras, designed by Erik Höglund for Kosta Boda. Made in wrought iron, amber glass, 1970s.
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Metal, Wrought Iron

Brass Serpentine Candlestick by Illums Bolighus. Denmark, 1950s
Located in Malmö, SE
Vintage solid brass serpentine candlestick for two candles. Made by Illums Bolighus. Copenhagen, Denmark, 1950s Great condition with amazing patina. If you prefer them shiny you can...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Skultuna, Sweden. "Lampett" wall-mounted candle holder in brass.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Skultuna, Sweden. "Lampett" wall-mounted candle holder in brass with original box. Designed by Pierre Forsell in the 1970s. 1970s/80s. Marked. In excellent condition with patina. Hei...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Set of 3 Brass Wall Candlesticks "Sunburst" Holmström, Arvika, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
These wall candlesticks were hand -sculpted in Arvika, Sweden. The candlesticks are made in brass by famous Holmström Arvika. These ones are signed on the back. The name Sunburst was...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Pierre Forssell Brass crown vases Made by hand in Skultuna Sweden. Brancusi
Located in Forest, BE
This series of Vases was hand crafted in the 1970's and 1980's at the Skultuna studio were Pierre Forssell was working with his assistant. The vases is made of brass. Simple, minimal...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Hans Agne Jakobsson Markaryd Candle Lantern Tealight Brass Glass White Lamp
Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR
Adorable and very rare candle holder, L163 candle holder by Hans-Agne Jakobsson Markaryd from the 1950s. The base is in white glass with a brass candle holder. The lampshade is in ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

MCM Iron Candle Holder in Box by Dansk Designs
Located in San Diego, CA
MCM Iron candle holder in ox by Dansk Designs, circa 1950s. The piece holds twelve narrow candles and is in good vintage condition. it measures 4.25"D x 1.5"H. #3707
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Iron

heavy 7kg Modernist Sculptural 44cm Brutalist Bronze Candleholder, France 1970s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Brutalist candleholder Origin: France Material: solid bronze Decade: 1970s This original vintage candleholder, was produced in the 1970s in F...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Copper

One-Of-A-Kind 1960s Swedish Sculptural Folk Art Oak Candelabra
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Remarkably monumental solid oak wood candle holder manufactured by hand in Northern Sweden in the 1960s. This large vintage statement piece has a sculptural appearance with fourteen ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Wood, Oak

Svend Aage Holm Sørensen Danish Mid-century Modern Steel and Brass Menorah
Located in Downingtown, PA
Svend Aage Holm Sørensen Steel and Brass Menorah or Candlestick, Danish Mid-century Modern 1960s. The Sorenesen-designed steel and brass Menorah is raised on four raised feet form...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass, Steel

Svend Aage Holm Sørensen Candlestick Produced by Holm Sørensen Co. in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare candlestick designed by Svend Aage Holm Sørensen. Produced by Holm Sørensen Co. in Denmark.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Metal, Brass

1970s Dansk Star Shaped Glass Candle Holder Pair
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s Dansk Star Shaped Glass Votive Candle Holder Pair this listing is for a set of two holders Unmarked 2.25 h x 3.75 diameter- candle 1.25 Preown...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Art Glass

Swedish Designer, Candle Sticks, Teak, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of teak candle sticks designed and produced in Sweden, 1950s.
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Teak

Set of 2 Royal Copenhagen Crackle Glazed Candlesticks. Thorkild Olsen, 1957.
Located in Malmö, SE
Elegant Royal Copenhagen crackle glazed candlesticks with gilded banding on the rim and base. Designed by THORKILD OLSEN (1890-1973) for ROYAL COPENHAGEN. Made in Denmark, 1957. Gre...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Ceramic, Porcelain

Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders in Brass, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, ca 1960's
Located in Örebro, SE
Scandinavian Modern, set of 6, candle holders in brass, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, ca 1960's. Signed with makers mark. 3 different measurements: Height: 5,2 cm, diameter: 2,8 cm. Heigh...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Midcentury Brutalist Bronze Candleholder by Michael Harjes, Germany, 1960s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Brutalist candleholder Origin: Germany Design producer: Michael Harjes Material: bronze Decade: 1960s Description: This original vintage candleholder was produced in th...
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Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Bronze

Danish Mid-Century 24 Carat Gold Plated Candlesticks by Hugo Asmussen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A pair of 24-carat gold-plated candle holders set with faceted crystal beads. Designed by Hugo Asmussen and manufactured at his company Asmussen in Denmark circa 1960s-70s. They are ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Gold Plate, Brass

Skultuna, Sweden. "Lampett" wall-mounted candle holder in brass.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Skultuna, Sweden. "Lampett" wall-mounted candle holder in brass with original box. Designed by Pierre Forsell in the 1970s. 1970s/80s. Marked. In excellent condition with patina. Hei...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Large Scandinavian Midcentury Brass Candelabra, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Elegantly crafted heavy stock candelabra in solid brass. It features 5 arms/candle holders for regular sized candles. It was made anonymously in Scandinavia during the 1960s and has ...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Candelabra by Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall, Sweden, 1960's
Located in London, GB
Gunnar Ander born, in 1976 Sweden, designed the candelabra for Ystad Metall, Sweden 1960's made of black lacquered metal arms and have six brass cup shaped candle holders for regular...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass, Metal

Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg, Elf Girl in Glazed Stoneware, Late 20th Century
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Elf girl in glazed stoneware, late 20th century. In very good condition. Signed. Measures: 14 x 10.5 cm.  
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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Stoneware

Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall Pair of Brass Candle Holders, Sweden 1950s-1960s
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Pair of vintage two-armed brass candlesticks was designed by Gunner Ander and manufactured for Ystad Metall in Sweden. The organically shaped, rounded arms with abstract leaf element...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass, Bronze

hand wrought Iron and glass candelabra by Erik Höglund , Boda Smide, 1950s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Candelabra designed by Erik Höglund. Made by hand in iron at Boda smide and clear glass prisms from Boda glass. Three arms and six glass shards. Very good vintage condition with ligh...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Iron

Uno Westerberg for Pukeberg, Sweden. Two candle holders in clear art glass.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Uno Westerberg for Pukeberg, Sweden. Two candle holders in clear art glass. Decoration with relief circles. 1970s. With labels. Perfect condition. Large: W 12.5 cm x D 5.0 cm x H 13...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Art Glass

Sculptural Silver Plated Coiled Candle Holder by Bertil Vallien for Dansk
Located in San Diego, CA
Nice sculptural silver plated coiled candleholder by Bertil Vallien for Dansk, circa 1970s. The piece has a capacity for 12 long taper candles with a diameter of 1/4". The candle hol...
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20th Century French Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Silver Plate

Swedish Pukeberg Art Glass Candelabra, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Beautiful vintage Scandinavian Modern lead crystal glass candelabra for three candles manufactured by Pukeberg in the 1960s. Handmade in one piece with textured glass and stylized fl...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Glass, Art Glass

Danish Black Cast Iron Candle Holder - Hornblower 1970s for Illums Bolighus
Located in Toronto, CA
A striking example of Danish brutalist design, the Hornblower candle holder was created by Christel and Christer Holmgren for Illums Bolighus in 1973. Crafted from black cast iron, i...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Iron

A group of 3 Candlesticks Brass - Sweden Mid century
Located in Stockholm, SE
A group of 3 beautiful candlesticks in brass (not solid brass). They are between 23 - 31 cm tall and in excellent condition except from some marks and scratches, They’ve released sli...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

4 Brass Candlesticks - Pierre Forsell - Skultuna
Located in Stockholm, SE
A set of 4 candlesticks by Pierre Forsell, designed and produced at Skultuna in 1980-1990s. The candlesticks are 6 x 4,5 cm and in excellent condition except from some minor scratches and marks. Pierre Forsell worked for several years at Skultuna Brassworks, where he created some of his most iconic designs. His brass products...
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1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Josef Frank, Candelabra, Brass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A six-armed organic brass candelabra designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1940s. Fits 0.80” diameter candles
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Iron and glass prism candelabra by Erik Höglund , Boda Smide, 1950s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Large candelabra designed by Erik Höglund. Made by hand in iron at Boda smide and clear glass prisms from Boda glass. Three arms and six glass shards. Very good vintage condition wit...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Iron

Midcentury Brutalist Bronze 1.8kg Candleholder by Michael Harjes, Germany, 1960
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Brutalist candleholder Origin: Germany Design producer: Michael Harjes Material: bronze Decade: 1960s Description: This original vintage candleholder, was pro...
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Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Bronze

Jeans Quistgaard for Dansk Cast Iron & Brass Eight Candlestick Candelabra
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Jens Harald Quistgaard Cast Iron & Brass 8 Arm Candle Holder, Circa 1960. Featuring a balanced, curved enameled black cast iron open candlestick form base, with varied height candle ...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass, Iron

"Tree of Life" Chandelier by Bertil Vallien, 1970s
Located in London, GB
A four-armed, iron and glass chandelier designed by Bertil Vallien for one of the leading glass manufacturers in Sweden during the mid-20th century, Boda Smide. The hammered, veget...
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1970s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Wrought Iron

Wall Candleholders by Pierre Forssell, Skultuna, Sweden, 1950s
Located in LEWES, GB
Priced per individual piece. Pendel/Reflex wall candleholders by Pierre Forssell, manufactured by Skultuna, Sweden, 1950s. Good original vintage cond...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

A set of two Swedish Tenn Candlestick Holders by GAB ca 1930-40
Located in Farsta, SE
A set of two Swedish Tenn Candlestick Holders by GAB, Guldsmedsaktiebolaget ca 1930-1940 I just love the size and chunkiness of these candlestick holders, with the brass rim. Model...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass, Pewter

Pierre Forssell Brass Candleholders Made by hand in Skultuna Sweden. Brancusi
Located in Forest, BE
This series of candleholders was hand crafted in the 1970's at the Skultuna factory next to the studio were Pierre Forssell was working with he's assistant. The candleholder is made ...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Wall Candleholders by Pierre Forssell, Skultuna, Sweden, 1950s
Located in LEWES, GB
Pierre Forsell designed brass pendel wall appliques. Rarer version with bobeche. Made by Skultuna, Sweden, circa 1965. In beautiful original patinated ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Scandinavian Ivar Alenius Björk Brass Liljan Candleholder for Ystad Metal 1940s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Set of two Swedish brass candle holders, model Liljan, designed by Ivar Alenius Björk for Ystad Metall, Sweden 1940s circa Signature engrav...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Candelabra, Iron, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A iron candelabra designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Dramatic oxidation. Dimensions: 13” H x 7.5” diameter 3 Sockets Holds .8” diameter candles
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Iron

Vintage Midentury Brass Candelabra by Lars Holmström, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Amazing brass candelabra by Lars Holmström, in a distinct meander-like geometric design with a rectangular base. Holds seven candles. Heavy quality.
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Pair of Vintage Brass Skultana Wall lamps by Pieer Forsell
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of wall candle sconces designed by Pierre Forsell for the Swedish house Skultana in the 1950s. Made of solid brass and retaining its original protective coating, the sconces hav...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Modernist Brass Vase by Pierre Forssell for Skultuna, Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful brass vase in a crown shape by Pierre Forssell. Fun and luxurious at the same time. Pierre Forssell was an acclaimed industrial designer who designed cutlery and cookware ...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Hans-Agne Jakobsson Brass and Glass Candlesticks for AB Sweden
Located in San Diego, CA
Candle holder designed by Hans Agne Jakobsson. It was produced by his own company, Hans Agne Jakobsson A. B. in Markaryd, Sweden. Solid brass with a wonderful patina and a hand blown...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Pair Mid Century Danish Modern Enamel Ratten Sculptural Candlestick Holders
Located in Troy, MI
Rare enamel and rattan candlestick holders by Laurids Lonborg Denmark 1960s Red and yellow enameled steel folded into an hourglass form with rattan wrapped center Yellow candle holder...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Enamel

Upsala Ekeby, Candlestick, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
An green-glazed earthenware candlestick designed and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s. Dimensions: 3” H x 3.5” diameter Holds .75” diameter candles
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Earthenware

Vintage Danish Candlesticks in Brass by Boyes Metalkunst, 1970s, Set of 2
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A pair of solid brass candlesticks designed and manufactured by by Boyes in Denmark during the 1960s-70s. The candlesticks are to be fitted with regular sixed candles. The style of t...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Group of 12 candlestick - "Tulip" Pierre Forsell - Skultuna
Located in Stockholm, SE
A group of 12 candlesticks by Pierre Forsell, designed and produced at Skultuna in 1980s. The candlesticks comes in three heights, four of each 19.5cm, 21 cm and 23 cm tall. They are all in very good condition excerpt from some minor scratches and some minor marks because of oxidation. The half of the groups are stamped as the photo shows the rest is unmarked. Pierre Forsell worked for several years at Skultuna Brassworks, where he created some of his most iconic designs. His brass products...
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1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Midcentury 1.6kg Brutalist Bronze Candleholder by Michael Harjes, Germany 1960s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Brutalist candleholder Origin: Germany Design producer: Michael Harjes Material: bronze Decade: 1960s Description: This original vintage candleholder was produced in th...
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Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Bronze

Pair of Paavo Tynell Candle Sticks For Taito Oy, 1920s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Pair of Paavo Tynell candle sticks for Taito Oy, 1920s. Metal. Good vintage condition, patina consistent with age and use. Paavo Tynell (1890-1973) is one of the most important nam...
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1920s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Metal

Pair Nr.20 Candlesticks in solid Brass by Pierre Forssell Skultuna Sweden 1960s
Located in Vorst, BE
A pair of candle-sticks made of solid brass. Model Nr.20 created by Pierre Forssell. Designed by Pierre Forssell and manufactured in Sweden by Skultuna. The company was founded by ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

A pair of Swedish / Scandinavian Modern candle holders, in pewter, by GAB 1962
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of timeless, stylish pewter candlesticks by Guldaktiebolaget / GAB Tenn, Sweden 1962 (M9). True estetic of Swedish Modern with its beautiful strict design, works in most roo...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders

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Pewter

Scandinavian Modern candle holders for sale on 1stDibs.

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