Josef Frank, Candelabra/Candleholder in Brass, Rare Candlerings Swedish Modern

Stunning floor lamp model 2564 by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s. The polished and black lacquered brass stem and base sits on four turned walnut legs. The piece also f...

Josef Frank table lamp, model 3223. Designed in 1932 for Firma Svenskt Tenn. In solid brass, marked Svenskt Tenn 3223. This example is made during mid-1900s.

A set with seven sizes of candle holders in brass. This set with different seven sizes is a rare collection by Engelsson, Sweden made in the 1970/80s. Measures: Height lowest: 5 ...

A decorative, solid bronze candelabra with by Jacob Ängman for GAB / Guldaktiebolaget. With antique patina finish. Sweden, 1920/30s - Art Deco / Swedish Grace. In beautiful conditio...

Candelabra in solid brass by danish designer Piet Hein. Designed in 1953 and named "Ursa Major" and created by Danish designer Piet Hein. Piet Hein was during this time living in...

A rare set of four candle holders, one for three candles (total for six candles). Delicate shape, still stabile, a decorative set for thin candles. Designed by Gunnar Ander for Ystad...

An organic brass candelabra designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1940s. Candle Diameter (inches): 0.75”

A six-armed organic brass candelabra designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1940s. Fits 0.80” diameter candles

A brass candelabra, designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, c. 1940s.

Although electricity has relegated candleholders to decorative use, interior designers continue to favour candelabra for their cosy light and eye-catching appearance. Josef Frank modernized the classic...

Josef Frank designed Vänskapsknuten (the Knot of Friendship) as a symbol of friendship and peace at a time when Europe was filled with turmoil. The very first sketch of the candelabra dates back to 1938, just a year before the outbreak of the Second World War, but it is as relevant now as it was then. The Austrian designer and architect may be best known for his vivid textiles for Swedish firm Svenskt Tenn, but his artistic touch reached far beyond textiles and created iconic objects such as this candle holder. The elaborate brass structure intertwines at multiple points, but the brass rods only meet in the middle where a small sphere connects them. Each of the three brass cup have so-called chambersticks, small pans to catch dripping wax. The looping calligraphic design gives this piece a weightless grace that is stunning even without the symbolism behind it. The body’s busy look is completed and balanced by the long candles. The design changes from angle to angle and shows Frank’s sensitive touch. The Knot of Friendship has become an iconic object not only in Svenskt Tenn’s range, but also of Sweden. The production traditionally required a process of thorough methodology and great craftsmanship. Josef Frank was the most prestigious designer in the Stockholm design company Svenskt Tenn (Swedish Pewter), recruited by the founder of the company, Estrid Ericson herself. Since 2018, after a careful assessment of Josef Frank’s original drawing, the candelabra regained its original form from 1938 under the hands of Svenskt Tenn. However, the production of this well-known and widely-loved candle holder...

Beautiful adjustable brass candelabra by the famous designer Josef Frank from Sweden designed for Svenskt Tenn. The candelabra can hold 9 candles and due to i...