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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
Danish Stylish Mid-Century Five Sconce Metal Wood Candlestick
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A simple but stunning Danish mid-century metal and wood five sconce candle stick dating from around 1960. The candlestick stands mounted on a carved raise...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Metal

Kern, Candelabra, Sterling Silver, Germany, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A sterling silver candelabra designed and produced by Kern, Germany, 1950s. Fits 0.80”-0.85” diameter candles
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1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Sterling Silver

2 Candlesticks, Denmark, 1960
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'View All ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Metal

Mid-Century German White Porcelain Candleholder by Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal
Located in Hamburg, DE
Elegant white porcelain candlestick in the form of a vase, based on a design by Bjørn Wiinblad from the 60s. The surface shows a fine relief with a matte finish. This piece has an at...
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Porcelain

Mid-Century Danish Studio Pottery Candle Holder from Michael Andersen, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Danish Studio Pottery Candle Holder from Michael Andersen, Bornholm, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Ceramic

Stunning Handmade Ceramic Candelabra Candle Holder Beate Kuhn Style Mid-Century
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This brutalist object has a unique and creative design, featuring an arrangement of 12 candle holders, each in the shape of a mushroom, arranged in different levels to create a visua...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Ceramic, Pottery

Modernist Blacksmith Welded Iron Candelabra, United States, c.1970
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Modernist Blacksmith Welded Iron Candelabra, United States, c.1970 ( The teak wood pedestal is for display and not included. )
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Steel

1950s mid century CANDELABRA klaus ullrich faber & schumacher
Located in Mannheim, DE
Mid century modern candle holder designed by German goldsmith and industrial designer Klaus Ullrich in 1958 and manufactured by Faber & Schumacher Duisburg. Made of brass, partially...
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1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Candelabra, 1950, Materials: Wood and Bronze
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Candelabra We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that r...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Bronze

An Exceptional Pair of Mid-Century Modern Silver Gilt Candelabra, Dated 1960
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
An exceptionally fine pair of gilded sterling silver candelabra, showing upswept branches with tulip shaped nozzles radiating from domed weighted bases. Both exhibiting a lustrous go...
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Vermeil, 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

Pair of Blue Ceramic Candelabra Cups, Vallauris, France, 1955
Located in New York City, NY
Pair of Ceramic Candelabra Cups, Vallauris, France, 1955. These stunning freeform ceramics display dark concentric circles cast against a beautiful aqua blue base. The pair was ori...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Ceramic

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

Mid-Century Danish Modern Rosewood Candelabra Candle Holder
Located in Pearland, TX
A lovely mid-century Danish modern rosewood candelabra with six brass candle holders made in Denmark, circa 1960. Marked "Denmark" on reverse. This stylish candelabra has a beautiful...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Rosewood

1980s Crystal Glass Candleholders - a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Incredible pair of crystal clear glass candle holders. Additional information: Material: Glass Color: Transparent Style: Contemporary,...
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1990s Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Glass

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

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Iron

1950s Mid Century Boomerang Vintage Brass Verdi Gris Jug Art Sculpture Menorah
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Beautiful 1950s, Solid Brass Handcrafted, Metal, Sculptural, painted, Verdigris green, Hanukkah Jug Menorah. Made in Israel 8 Ancient Israelite Jugs contour the base, with the 9th ...
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Mid-20th Century Israeli Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Swedish Craft, Candelabra, Brass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, 7-candle candelabra designed and produced in Sweden, circa 1940s. With foundry stamp N.M.   
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1940s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Iron

925 Sterling Silver Candelabra Mazzuccato Milan Mid 1900s approx
Located in Milano, IT
Five-flame silver candelabrum finely chiseled and worked by burin with plant motifs and leaf volutes decorations. Below the base silver and silversmith's marks. 3540 grams.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Sterling Silver

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

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Brass, Stainless Steel

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

1920s Danish Bronze Floor Candelabra – Arched Multi-Arm Candle Holder
Located in Stockholm, SE
Floor candelabra, anonymous, Denmark. 1920s. Patinated bronze. Dimensions: H: 178 cm / 5' 10" W: 88 cm / 2' 10 1/2" D: 36 cm / 14"
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Bronze

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

Pair of Green Glass & Wrought Iron Candelabras for Ystad-Metall by Gunnar Ander
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of Green Glass & Wrought Iron Candelabras Gunnar Ander for Ystad-Metall, Sweden, circa 1960 "makers mark on leg" "in good vintage condition" "several white scuffs on iron thro...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Iron

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

Gunnar Ander 6 arm Candlestick Brass by Ystad Metall in Sweden
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Single 6 arm brass candlestick designed by Gunnar Ander. Produced by Ystad Metall in Sweden.
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Rare Pair of Bronze Candlesticks by Gusum Mässing
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare pair of mid-20th century bronze candlesticks with artillery shell stems, each resting on a stack of cannonballs, by Swedish desi...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Bronze

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

Swedish 1960s Steel Hearts Candelabra
Located in New York, NY
Midcentury Swedish hand-wrought steel candelabra with four candleholders. 18 cut steel hearts adorn frame. Signed with stamp, Made in Sweden.    
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Steel

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

Vintage Mid-Century Candle Holder Att. to Karl Hagenauer, Austria, 1930/50's
Located in Vienna, AT
This thin, delicate nickle-plated brass candle holder dates from the late 1930's to the 1950's and thus elegantly shows the marriage of Mid-Century and Art-Deco forms. It is attribut...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Brass, Nickel

Luigi Massoni 1970s Iconic Candle Holders Guzzini in Red & Yellow, Set of 2
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Rare set of two candle holders by Luigi Massoni for Fratelli Guzzini, created in 1973. Crafted in transparent PMMA, each piece features a striking colored insert—one in vivid red, t...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Acrylic

Los Artesanos Pottery Candleholder Medium Size Centerpiece
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Puerto Rican Los Artesanos Pottery Candleholder Centerpiece. It depicts a white three trumpet shaped arms candleholder with a center bo...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Ceramic

Los Artesanos Pottery Candleholder Centerpiece
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Puerto Rican Los Artesanos Pottery Candleholder Centerpiece. It depicts a white color ceramic trumpet shaped three arms candleholder wi...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Ceramic

Gusums Bruk, Candelabras, Brass, Sweden, C. 1990s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass candelabras designed and produced by Gusums Bruk, Sweden, c. 1990s.
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1990s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Modernist Iron Brass 3 Tier Sculptural Brutalist Floor Candleholder Candelabra
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Modernist Iron and Brass 3 Tier Sculptural Brutalist Floor Candle Holder Candelabra. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 37.5" H x 15" W x 16" D.
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Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Brass, Iron

Gold and Lucite Twisted Pretzel Candlestick Holder/Candelabra by Dorothy Thorpe
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
A single Lucite and gold-plated brass candlestick holder/candelabrum by American designer Dorothy Thorpe, circa 1940s. With its use of a single piece bent and twisted acrylic to form...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Gold Plate, Brass

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

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

Midcentury Brass Lotus Candleholder Candelabra Feldman
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A brass lotus flower 9 cup candleholder or candelabra, attributed to Feldman Lighting Company. Designed to hold votive candles.
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1950s North American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Brass

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

Swedish Designer, Candelabra, Iron, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-painted iron candelabra designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Fits 0.8” diameter candles
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1940s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Iron

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

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Brass

1960s Pedro Friedeberg Hand-Carved Gilded Four Arm Candelabra
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Pedro Friedeberg Hand-Carved Gilded Stem Candelabra Mexico Four Stem candle holders for Candle .75 24 h x 12 x 12 Signed Original preowned vin...
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1960s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Gold

Svend Aage Holm Sørensen, Pair of Candelabra, Brass, Metal, Denmark, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and black-laquered metal candelabra designed by Svend Aage Holm Sørensen and produced by Holm Sørensen Co, Denmark, 1960s.
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Metal, Brass

Modernist 3 Arm Curvilinear Candelabra by Fisher Silversmiths
Located in Ferndale, MI
Modern Fisher Silversmiths curvilinear 3 arm candelabra. Impressed with manufacturer's mark to underside. c.1960s Perfect for a low table scape. G...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Silver Plate

Swedish Designer, Candelabra, Wrought Iron, Oak, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A wrought iron and oak candelabra designed and produced in Sweden, 1960s. Fits 0.75” diameter candles
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Wrought Iron

Massive 2Ft Mid Century Modern Iron Brutalist Noguchi Insp Sculptural Candelabra
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Massive 2Ft Mid Century Modern Brutalist Isamu Noguchi Insp Sculptural Abstract Cast Iron Candelabra Japan circa 1950 Extraordinary, hand forged, massive, 22" long, curved, hamme...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Iron

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

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Brass

Midcentury Modern Sculptural Brass Candle Holder (Candles Included)
Located in Round Top, TX
13.63"H with candles, as shown. Gorgeous, sculptural 2-candle holder with teal included candles. We love the soft, curving form of this unique piece. It looks beautiful from every d...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Brass

20th Century Gold Swedish, Danish Collection of Fourteen Brass Candlesticks
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern set of fourteen finely worked candlesticks in a variety of shapes in brass, in good condition. Wear consistent with age and use, circa 1950, Sweden and D...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Metal, Brass

1960s Sculpted Brass Oversized Brutalist Candle Holders
Located in Bensalem, PA
Super unique heavy solid brass candle holders that give you the option of narrow or wide candles.These were rescued out of a church in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Brass

Brass Candle Holders by Jens Quistgaard, Denmark
Located in London, GB
Two circular brass candle holders by Jens Quistgaard, Denmark, 1950s. Their elegant shape is tapered. The small one holds 5 and the large one 9 taper candles Dimensions; diameter 9 a...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Brass

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

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Metal, Silver Plate

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

Large Mid-Century Modern Wire Steel Candle Holder in the Shape of a Cello
Located in Doornspijk, NL
" And now, highly honored audience, the wonderful Cello Concerto Romance in e minor! " The lines of this wire steel cello-candle holder, that was made in the 1960s, are very attract...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Steel

Swedish Designer, Candelabra, Painted Iron, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A five-armed black-painted iron candelabra designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. fits 0.8” diameter candles
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1940s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

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Iron

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

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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