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Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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Style: Mid-Century Modern
French Modernist St. Clement Ceramic Sapho Candelabra's
Located in New York, NY
French Modernist St. Clement Ceramic Sapho Creation Candelabra's. A pair of French Modernist Ceramic Candelabras Sapho Creation St. Clement France. Organic form having three arms e...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Ceramic, Earthenware, Stoneware, Porcelain

WMF silvered candle holder germany around 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
WMF silvered candle holder germany around 1960s Brass silvered Original condition
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Set of 2 Hand Painted Ceramic Candle Holders, circa 1930
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of 2 hand painted ceramic candle holders, circa 1930 By Unknown manufacturer. Spain. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful ...
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1930s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Ceramic

1950s Candelabra for Five Candles in Stainless Steel, Handmade, Made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
1950s Stunning candelabra for five candles in stainless steel. Handmade, in excellent condition. Made in Italy Dimension: diameter 11,81 x 16,92 inches (size without candles) diamete...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Stainless Steel

Scandinavian candlesticks in turned teak wood - Denmark or Sweden
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very nice set of 2 candlesticks of different sizes. The candlesticks are made from turned teak wood and feature a brass holder at the top for the candle. The 2 different heights give...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Wood

Pair of Faux Horn Candelabra by Hauy Pouigo
By Hauy Pouigo
Located in New York, NY
The two light pair of faux horn candelabra constructed of gilt metal and a resin horn all in the form of a figural crane, signed by Hauy Pouigo. Base SIZE 4.75" square
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Metal

Tommi Parzinger Pair of Candelabra in Polished Brass, 1950s, 'Signed'
Located in New York, NY
Pair of candelabra, each holding 1 candle, in polished brass with engraved concentric circles, by Tommi Parzinger for Dorlyn Silversmiths, American, 1950’s (signed on bottom “Dorlyn ...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Pair of 1950s German Silver Plate Candleholders in the style Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in London, GB
An unusual and playful pair of intertwining 1950s German silver-plate candleholders in the style of designer Wilhelm Wagenfeld. A wonderfully simple modernist and minimalist design ...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Metal, Silver Plate

Tiffany & Co. by E. Peretti Sterling Silver Candle Snuffer Mid-Century Modern
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. sterling silver candle snuffer, designed by the celebrated Elsa Peretti, in Mid-Century Modern style, with an elegant, geometric design. It measures 17'' in length by 2...
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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Sculptural Ate van Apeldoorn style Mid-Century Pine Candelabra with Steel Chain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century sculptural pine hanging candelabra with oxidized steel chain. Handsome candelabra made with multiple pine cubes. In original condition with visible wear consistent with i...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Steel

1950s Mid-Century Modern Brass and Verde Nilo Glass Italian Candelabra
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A mid-century Modern candelabra designed and manufactured in Italy in the manner of Fontana Arte, brass it's in original patina, glass it's in perfect condition. This Italian candela...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Iron Tripod Candelabra Van Keppel Green
Located in Los Angeles, CA
California timeless modern design. From a post + beam house estate in the Hollywood Hills. Limited production. VKG pieces were featured in the interiors of the "case study houses" program of California. This piece is a fine example of paired-down modern design. Iron base with rubber caps, enameled red dishes...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Iron

Pair of Lalique France Crystal Candelabras, 20th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Lalique France crystal candelabras, 20th Century. A pair of Lalique France crystal candelabra, flowers and birds, 20th Century. h:18...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Crystal

large flexible candelabra with 8 candle holders and 8 heavy brass balls weights
Located in London, GB
A mid century flexible brass candelabra with 8 candle holders and 8 heavy brass balls / weights. it is quite large and impressive ... the dimensions given are for one of the differen...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Vintage French Style Brass and Metal Candelabra With Sculpted Lillie’s and leave
Located in Seattle, WA
Beautiful Candelabra with 5 Candle Holders. Intricate French design, possibly Antique. Heavy for its size, no Makers mark. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured. Dimensi...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Metal

Signed Mid Century Modern Swedish Candelabra
Located in Redding, CT
Signed Mid Century Modern Swedish Candelabra. Classic design to this heavy 7 light candelabra. Perfect piece for that mantel or dining table. Stamped but artist unknown.
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Metal, Iron

Pair of Midcentury Tulip Candleholders
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Pair of Midcentury Brass ‘Tulip’ Candelholders. Sweden, circa 1960. Stamped “Made in Sweden” on the bottom.
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Brass

1950s Michelsen Danish Sterling Silver 6 light Candelabra
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1950s handmade sterling silver 6 candle candelabra/candelabrum designed by Ib Trier Morch for Anton Michelsen of Denmark. Known as the "Bolgeslag" ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Sterling Silver

Pretzel Artydec candle holders, Spain, 1970's
Located in La Tour-de-Peilz, CH
Recalling the work of Dorothy Thorpe, this pair of transparent candlesticks will be placed at your table to accompany your guests around a candlelit meal with a seventies taste.
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1970s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Lucite

Tommi Parzinger Candlestick Candelabra
Located in Ft Lauderdale, FL
Tommi Parzinger Candlestick Candelabra Trident form, art deco lines and geometry. Silver plate over brass. Unsigned.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Silver Plate, Brass

Candleholder by Marcel Breuer for Gavina 1960s
Located in Torino, Piemonte
Candle holder designed by Marcel Breuer and manufactured by Gavina, circa 1963 Elegant and timeless candle holder, 1960s sculptural candlestick by Marcel Breuer for Gavina This candl...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Metal

Mid Century Modern Sculptural Iron with Cane Candelabra by Arthur Umanoff C1965
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic three arm iron Candelabra with cane wrapped base along with the candle arms at the top. Paint is original and in fabulous condition.
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Iron

Design by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Pair of Teardrop Candleholders
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful pair of Dansk tilting silver-plated teardrop candleholders in great vintage condition. This piece was designed by Jens Quistgaard and is true to ...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Metal, Silver Plate

Vintage Candelabra With Ornate Detailing and Floral Design.
Located in Seattle, WA
Candelabra Perfect For Two Candles, Designed to look like the Candles Sitting on the Flowers. Possibly Cast iron or Similar Material. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Picture...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Iron

Midcentury Bronze Candelabra, ca.1950
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Midcentury bronze candelabra in the taste of Ateliers de Marolles, France, ca.1950. Liturgical candelabra of raw and rustic shape...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Bronze

1970s Danish Candleholder the Hornblower by Christel & Christer Holmgren MCM
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
A vintage mid century modern black patinated cast iron "Hornblower" candelabra or candle holder designed by Christel & Christer Holmgren for the Danish manufacturer Illums Bolinghus ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Iron

Jens Quistgaard Silver Plated Candle Holder for Dansk, France, 1970's
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Jens Quistgaard Silver Plated Candle Holder for Dansk, France, 1970's. Signed " DANSK DESIGNS FANCE IHQ. " Beautiful natural patina.
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Silver Plate

Gunnar Ander "Sonata" Candle Holder for Ystad Metall, Sweden 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Gunnar Ander was an industrial designer and architect, and one of the brightest stars of 20th-century Swedish metal, wood, and glass design. His most well-known models are the inn...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Brass, Wrought Iron

Småkunst, Candelabra, Brass, Norway, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass candelabra designed and produced by Småkunst AS, Norway, c. 1950s. holds .80 candles 
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1950s Norwegian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Sculptural Candelabra Candle Holder by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk JHQ Cast Iron
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Bring a touch of mid-century modern elegance to your home with this iconic Jens Quistgaard candelabra, designed in the 1960s. Crafted from cast iron and brass, this sculptural piec...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Brass, Iron

Vintage 1960s Brass Candleholder by Hans-Agne Jakobsson Made in Sweden
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Candleholder Markaryd Sweden, 1960s This candleholder was designed by Hans-Agne Jakobbson in the 1960s and manufactured by Hans Agne Jakobsson AB in Mar...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Metal

Nord Steel Denmark Mid-Century - MCM- Candle Holder from the 60s - Bold Pink -
Located in Budapest, HU
Nord Steel Denmark Marked Mid-Century Candle Holder from the 60s - Bold Pink Matte Finish Description: Discover a piece of mid-century elegance with this Nord Steel Denmark marked c...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Metal

Vintage Candle Holders Round Amber with removable Glass Set of 3
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Infuse warmth and a touch of nostalgia into your space with this captivating set of Vintage Round Amber Candle Holders. Crafted to perfection, eac...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Glass

Dansk Mid-Century Modern Spiral Candleholder, made in France
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Dansk mid century modern spiral candleholder, made in France, design of Bertil Vallien. Plated on brass. 4 3/4" dia., 5 1/8" h. Whitehall Antiques i...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Silver Plate, Brass

Sterling Silver, Silver Plate, Copper & Stone Candelabra by Emilia Castillo, Mex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the exquisite mixed metal & stone candelabra by Emilia Castillo, a true testament to the artistry of Mexican craftsmanship. This stunning piece is a harmonious blend of s...
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1980s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Silver Plate, Sterling Silver, Copper

Sculptural Ceramic Cat Candelabra in the style of Lisa Larson, 1960's
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Sculptural Ceramic Cat Candelabra in the style of Lisa Larson, 1960's.
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20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Gabriella Crespi Candelabras, circa 1970, Italy
Located in Girona, Spain
Pair of Candelabras by Gabriella Crespi. Made with shell and bronze. Gilt bronze mount holding two large natural shells. Very decorative. Signed b...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Bronze

Vintage Primitive Wood Carved Candelabra. Circa 1970s.
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Candelabra Solid Wood, Intricate Carvings, Cover the Entire Piece. Round Base. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured. Dimensions. 13 1/2 W ; 13 1/2 D ; 15 H
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Wood

Sculptural Gold Plated Candle Stick by Marcel Breuer for Gavina, 1970s
Located in Brescia , Brescia
Timeless Elegance: Marcel Breuer's 1970s Gold-Plated Sculptural Candlestick for Gavina Illuminate your space with a touch of iconic design and unparalleled sophistication with this ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Gold Plate

Vintage Pair of Silver Toned Primitive Style Candelabras.
Located in Seattle, WA
Pair of 3 Arm Candelabras. Beautiful Petina and Aging. Weighted in the Base. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured. Dimensions. 7 W ; 4 D ; 9 H
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Metal

1970s Iron Candelabrum Brutalist Mid-Century 3-Light, Charcoal Black, Germany
Located in Andernach, DE
Chunky, with a brutalist touch, handcrafted heavy candelabra or candle holder, 3-lighted. All hand made, brutalist design look a part with a hint of Pouchain style! 3 wings attached ...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Iron

Sculptural Candelabra by Mauro Manetti for Fonderia d'Arte Firenze, 1960s
Located in Brescia , Brescia
Elevate your space with this stunning Sculptural Candelabra, a true gem crafted by the renowned Mauro Manetti for Fonderia d'Arte Firenze in the 1960s. Immerse yourself in the allure...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Metal

Gunnar Ander, Candelabra, Brass, Metal, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and black-painted metal candelabra designed by Gunnar Ander and Produced by Ystad-Metall, Sweden, c. 1940s. Holds 0.53” x 0.4” diameter candles
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Metal, Brass

Jens Quistgaard, Candelabra, Cast Iron, Brass, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A cast iron and brass candelabra designed and produced by Jens Quistgaard, Denmark, c. 1950s. fits 0.45” diameter candles
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Brass, Iron

Five Arm Bronze Candelabra Chandelier by Harjes
Located in London, GB
Bronze cast candelabra composed of five radiating cast-bronze arms with saucer shaped candle holders for regular candles. It is designed by Michael Harjes (1926-2006) and produced by...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Bronze

Pepe Mendoza Candelabra
Located in Los Angeles, CA
José Mendoza ran a foundry called Pepe Mendoza in the 1950s and 60s in Mexico City, manufacturing modernist home accessories using a modified cloisonné technique more suited to the t...
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Metal, Brass

Poul Havgaard Brutalist Candle Holder in Iron and Steel
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A rare freestanding Patinated iron and steel candle holder by Poul Havgaard with heavy brutalist influence. Features two steel rings on the outside and an iron frame. Marked on inter...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Steel, Iron

Swedish Designer, Adjustable Candelabra, Oak, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable oak candelabra, designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Holds 0.76” diameter candles.
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Oak

Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Designs Candle Holder, Denmark 1960s
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Designs Candle Holder, Denmark 1960s
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Iron

P. Chiesa for Fontana Arte Thick Glass and Chromed Brass Candel Holder 1960s
Located in Palermo, IT
Very stylish five-prism candle holder, with ladder heights, in thick Nile green glass, with compartments for candles and connecting elements, in chromed brass. Attributable to Pietro...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Set 3 Travertine Vintage Candleholders by Fratelli Manelli for Raymor
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Set 3 Travertine Candleholders by Fratelli Mannelli Raymor, with incised geometric pattern, staggered in height 5" 6.5" and 8' all the same dia...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Travertine

Pair of 3-Light Brass Candelabras
Located in Antwerp, BE
A elegant pair of brass gilt candlesticks of 3-light arms. Height 25 cm. Width 26 cm.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Lars Holmström, Candelabra, Brass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A small brass candelabra designed and produced by Lars Holmström, Sweden, 1930s. Holds 0.5” diameter candles
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1930s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Brutalist cast iron and brass candelabra by Jens Quistgaard, Denmark 1960's
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This iconic candelabra or candle holder was designed by Jens Quistgaard in the 1960s. A brutalist design that is made out of cast iron and brass. It has 7 adjustable arms that can ro...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Brass, Iron

Vintage Set of 4 Dansk Mid-Century Candle Holders
Located in San Diego, CA
An array of incredible Scandinavian classic candle holders from Dansk. This set includes a spider candle holder, an Iron and Brass candle holder ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Iron

Modernist Candle Holders Designed By Lenox
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Modernist Candle Holders Designed By Lenox
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Metal

Swedish Designer, Candelabra, Brass, Metal, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and black-lacquered metal candelabra designed by Gunnar Ander and produced by Ystad-Metall, Sweden, c. 1940s. fits 0.5” diameter candle
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1940s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Metal, Brass

Brass Candel holder vienna around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Brass Candle holder vienna around 1950s Brass polished and stove enameled
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass

Mid-century Modern candelabras for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern candelabras for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage candelabras created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, lighting and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, brass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern candelabras made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original candelabras, popular names associated with this style include Gunnar Ander, Jens Quistgaard, Ystad-Metall, and Dansk Designs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for candelabras differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $41 and tops out at $43,358 while the average work can sell for $1,038.

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