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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 celebrated 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.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. 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
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

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

American mid century Atomic Age Collapsible Multi-positions Metal Candle Holder
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool and unique extendable candle holder multi positions each disc has a 4.5" diameter , circa 1970's nice condition extends to 32" or more , its a great piece for a mantel or...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Iron

Candleholder - BMF - Fritz Nagel
Located in Antwerpen, BE
The 14-piece BMF candle holder is among the most iconic candle holder designs from the prominent design decade of the 1960's.The candle holder is designed by the Nagel company in the...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Chrome

Elegant Etruscan Horse Patinated Copper Bronze Brass Candle Holder, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Elegant Etruscan Horse Patinated Copper Bronze Brass Candle Holder, 1960s Very good work.
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Bronze, Brass, Copper

Mid-Century Danish Modern Adjustable Brass Candle Stick Holder, 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
1960s Danish modern patinated brass adjustable candle stick holder or candelabra.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Brutalist Hand Forged Iron Menorah Candelabra Sculpture by David Palombo
Located in Troy, MI
Mid Century hand forged iron sculptural Hanukkah lamp by renowned Israeli artist David Palombo (1920-1966) circa 1960 A sculptural menorah of conjoined holders in a stalactite like ...
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1960s Israeli Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Iron

20" Regency Roman Colum Candlestick Holder, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Pair of Mid-centrury Regency Roman column candlestick Holders, a stunning set that exudes classical elegance and refined craftsmanship. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, t...
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1960s Unknown Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Metal

Swedish Mid-century Pair of Brass and Lacquered Steel Candelabra by Gunnar Ander
Located in Downingtown, PA
Swedish Mid-century Pair of Brass and Lacquered Steel Candelabra, By Gunnar Ander, Sweden, 1955 Swedish Mid-century Pair of brass and lacquered steel candelabra are made by Gunnar A...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Brass, Steel

Travertine Candelabra Candleholder by Fratelli Mannelli, Italy 1970s
Located in ROUEN, FR
Travertine Candelabra by Fratelli Mannelli, Italy 1970s. Superb vintage 3-branch candleholder in travertine, crafted by Fratelli Mannelli in the 1970s. Elegant appearance with a m...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Travertine, Marble

Vintage CHINOISERIE style abstract decorative Candle Holder or Vases
Located in Seattle, WA
A pair of Lovely aged green color with gold color highlights. Vintage condition consistent with age as Pictured.Box H15 Dimensions. 4” W ; 3” D ; 6.50” H
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Metal

Mid Century Ceramic Candle Holder, Marked - Austria ca. 1950
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Extraordinary mid century ceramic candle holder from the period around 1950 in Austria. This out of the ordinary designed candle holder impresses w...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Ceramic

Sculptural candlestick, wrought iron & glass, attr. Bolin Smide, Sweden, 1970s
Located in La Tour-de-Peilz, CH
The alliance of brutalism and delicacy. The curved wrought iron structure is connected to thin and unalterable rods welded to each other. The glass candlesticks, encased in iron rin...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Wrought Iron

French Designer, Candelabras, Iron, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of black-painted iron candelabras designed and produced in France, c. 1950s. Dimensions: 6.5” H x 18.25” W x 2.25” D Holds .75” diameter candles
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1950s French 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 in the style of the Ateliers de Marolles. He...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Bronze

Fratelli Fanciullacci Candelabras
Located in Brooklyn, NY
For your consideration is this unique pair of hand formed ceramic candelabras by Fratelli Fanciullacci, Italy dating from the 1960s. They have a wonderful...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Ceramic

Midcentury Iron 6 Candle Candelabra, ca 1950s
Located in Cathedral City, CA
Midcentury Iron 6 Candle Candelabra, ca 1950s in the style of some of Van Keppel-Green's work in California in the 50s and 60s. Composed of wrought iron rods bent and welded with si...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Iron

Guido Andlovitz for SCI Laveno Mod. 1278 Ceramic Candle Holder, Italy 1935
Located in Naples, IT
Ivory-colored glazed ceramic candelabrum with four lights and an elliptical base with rounded corners, surmounted by two crossed circles to which the candle holders are attached. Fac...
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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Ceramic

Modernist Brass Candleholder by Klaus Ullrich for Faber & Schumacher 1950's
Located in BELFORT, FR
Golden and black brass candle holder by Klaus Ullrich, famous German goldsmith and industrial designer of the mid-century. Designed in 1958 and then sold by Faber & Schumacher Duisbu...
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1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Brutalist Scandinavian Gusund Brass Candelabra, Sweden 1978
Located in Bergen, NO
A brass candelabra designed and produced by Gusum Metallslöjden, Sweden, 1978
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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Iron / Glass Candelabra by Erik Hoglund / Boda Sweden
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A Mid Century handcrafted black iron three stick candelabra with handblown glass hanging rondels some having faces and fish designs by Boda . A great mix of modern and folk art , mad...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Iron

Artwork With Shells, Circa 1990
Located in Barcelona, ES
Artwork With Shells. Made by unknown manufacturer in Spain, circa 1990. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. Materia...
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1990s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Shell, Wood

Set of 2 Hand Painted Ceramic Candle Holders, circa 1940
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of 2 hand painted ceramic candle holders, circa 1940 By unknown manufacturer. Spain. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beauti...
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1940s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Ceramic

Set of Three Rustic Metal Candle Holders, circa 1930
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of three rustic metal candle holders, circa 1930 By unknown manufacturer. Spain. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful pa...
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1930s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Metal

Swedish Mid-Century Six Arm Candlabra, Black-Lacquered Iron, Brass Detail, 1950s
Located in Knivsta, SE
Striking Swedish Mid-Century Modern Six Arm Candelabra, made of Black Lacquered Iron and featuring Brass Details in the form of Modernist Bobèches. 1950s Sweden A harmoniously asymm...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Brass, Iron

A Pair of Brass French Horn Candle Holders
Located in Toronto, ON
A pair of brass candle holders. This pair of candle holders are made in brass and they resemble the shape of a French horn. In overall fair condition, has some signs of wear and pati...
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1970s Unknown Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Vintage Lady Dancing decorative Candle holder Art Nouveau Style.
Located in Seattle, WA
Possibly Brass in material but not confirmed. This Piece has nice patina and character. Vintage Condition as pictured. Listing is for described item only. Dimensions 7.5”W ; 2”D ; ...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Bronze

Italian Silver Plated Mesa Candleholder Candlesticks, 1970s
By Mesa
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Pair of candleholders, silver-plated metal Italian tulip-shaped candlesticks designed and produced by Mesa Italy, signed Mesa Italy on the base, 1970s production. Please note that t...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Mid Century Atomic Style Pair of Taper Brass Candle Holders
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredibly cool and stylish set of atomic design candle holders. These beauties are impactful in style and design. Lustrous and evocative of atomic mid century design, these pieces...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Brutalist chandeliers, designer by Nagel and Stoffi, Germany, 1970.
Located in Madrid, ES
Set of four vintage metal candlesticks, designed by Fritz Nagel and César Stoffi in Germany in the 1970s. The option of stacking each candles...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Metal

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Candelabrum 1097
Located in Hellerup, DK
An early vintage Mid-Century sterling silver candelabrum by Georg Jensen, design #1097 by Henning Koppel in 1961. Crafted by hand, it is a hollow, low candelabrum with two opposing a...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Sterling Silver

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

Decorative Rustic Iron Candelabra Floor Candle Stand
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Decorative Three Arm Iron Candelabra Floor Stand on Tripod Base 55 h x 21.25 w x 16 d Original vintage unrestored Refer to images listed. $199 Local LA delivery by dealer
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Iron

Four Arm Sculpted Wood Candle Holder by Laur Jensen for Odense
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Laur Jensen for Odense hand carved candelabra. Carved out of teak showcasing the carving marks to give the piece texture and movement. Each arm is fitted with a metal insert for the ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Aluminum

Italian Four-Arm Silverplate Candelabrum with Authentic Patina, 1930s
Located in Bagnolo Mella, Brescia
Introducing an elegant Italian four-arm candelabrum in silverplate from the 1930s. This exquisite piece features an authentic and truly incredible patina, showcasing the craftsmanshi...
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1930s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Silver Plate

Set Of Two Fritz Nagel Candleholders By BMF
Located in Čelinac, BA
Fritz Nagel Candleholders for BMF Quist Germany 1960s
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Chrome

1970s Mid-Century Modern Brass Small Candelabra in the manner of Gio Ponti
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A stylish brass candelabra designed and manufactured in the manner of Gio Ponti by Il Re Metallo is a beautifully crafted piece that reflects the elegance and simplicity of mid-centu...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass

Antique Silver 7 Branches Menorah Candle Holder, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Antique traditional menorah candle holder with seven branches. It is used to celebrate, remember, and honor the historical miracle of Hanukkah. ...
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1950s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Metal

American Modern Four Light Candelabra, Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
American Modern Four Light Candelabra, Tommi Parzinger
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Metal

1960s Gorgeous Pair of Green Candle Holders. Made in France
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Gorgeous pair of green candle holders in metal and brass. Made in France. So unique. The items are in excellent condition. Dimensions: diameter 3,14 x 4,33 H inches diameter cm...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Kinetic Candelabrum by Thomas Hellström
Located in London, GB
A handmade, kinetic candelabrum adorned with hanging brass candle holders counterweighted by painted wooden balls. This candelabrum is attribute...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

1950s Italian Signed S. Salvadori Gold Gilt Iron Candelabra
Located in Miami, FL
1950s Italian Signed S. Salvadori Gold Gilt Iron Candelabra Offered for sale is an Italian S. Salvadori gilt iron candelabra circa 1950s which holds three candles. The candelabra h...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Iron, Gold Leaf

Silvered Candle Holder Vienna Around 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
Silvered Candle Holder Vienna Around 1960s Original condition
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass

Rustic Metal Candle Holder, circa 1940
Located in Barcelona, ES
Rustic metal candle holder, circa 1940 Made by unknown manufacturer in Spain. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use...
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1940s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Metal

Vintage Danish Style Candle Holder With Wood Accents.
Located in Seattle, WA
Mid Century Modern Style Burl style wood base,possibly Olive or teakwood but not confirmed.This Vintage Danish style candle holder has nice patina and character and can hold 3 candle...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Wood

Zoltan Pap Sculptural Candlestick Bronze Zultan Pap Brutalist Mid Century Modern
Located in Munster, NRW
Outstanding brutalist style candle holder designed by Zoltan Pap (hungarian-austrian artist). Made of cast bronze. A perfect addition to any mid century interior. Very good condition...
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1960s Hungarian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Bronze

Mid Century Modern Cone Brass Candle Holders, Two Sets Available
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Very cool mid century candle holders in a double cone shape. These candle sticks are made of solid brass and have a lightly textured finish. One has the original label - A Venus Cre...
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1950s Japanese Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Brass

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

Materials

Brass

Brass Candle Holder vienna around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Brass Candle Holder vienna around 1950s Original condition Original patina
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass

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

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Brass candle holder Midcentury Italy 1960s
Located in Palermo, IT
Very heavy, solid brass modernist candle holders in vintage condition, lightly hand polished with some wear and patina on the brass from age and use. Please watch the video and photo...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Brutalist Mid Century Modern Iron Candelabra, Germany, 1950s
Located in Valencia, VC
A pair of exquisite Brutalist Mid Century Modern iron candelabra, handcrafted in Germany circa the 1950s. These stunning pieces embody the bold,...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Iron

Rustic Metal Candle Holder, circa 1940
Located in Barcelona, ES
Rustic metal candle holder, circa 1940. Made by unknown manufacturer in Spain. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and us...
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1940s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Metal

Big Spanish 'Hachero' Traditional Ancient Stained Wood Candleholder, circa 1930
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish 'Hachero' traditional ancient stained wood candleholder. By unknown manufacturer from Spain, circa 1930. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use,...
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1930s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Wood

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

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks by Schneider France
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of mid-century modern candlesticks by Schneider, France. These modern candlesticks or candle holders are absolutely beautiful and in very good condition. They embody a unique a...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Crystal

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

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

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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