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Modern Candelabras

MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

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Style: Modern
Seletti "Burlesque - The Wise Chimpanzee" Five-Arm Candelabra, White
Located in Doral, FL
From its very first year in 1964, Seletti in Cicognara, Mantova, has followed its principle of professionality service and constant research to strive for betterness innovation and o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Candelabras

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Resin

Seletti "Burlesque - The No Evil Monkeys" Five-Arm Chandelier, White
Located in Doral, FL
From its very first year in 1964, Seletti in Cicognara, Mantova, has followed its principle of professionality service and constant research to strive for betterness innovation and o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Candelabras

Materials

Resin

Contemporary Modern Handmade Marble Candelabra
Located in Lisbon, PT
Designed by GAIA&GINO's very own design manager Doganberk Demir, Universe candelabra is a colourful candleholder inspired by the star and planet models, juxtaposing different shape...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Candelabras

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Marble, Metal

Spin Mini Candelabra in Cast Iron by Tom Dixon
Located in New York, NY
An industrial-strength piece of table-top engineering designed to act as a kinetic centrepiece and produce infinite arrangements. Able to hold tea l...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Candelabras

Materials

Iron

Solid brass candle-holder handcrafted in Italy by 247LAB
Located in Saonara, IT
Handcrafted candle-holder model "HIDE CANDLE", made in brass; with its sober and elegant design, this piece perfectly fits into modern-contemporary context. Proudly Made in Italy, w...
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2010s Italian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Pair of Glass Candlesticks
By James McCray
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of Contemporary Glass Candlesticks in Bright Colors Shaft (Purple, Blue, Green and Yellow) and Yellow foot. The Glass candle pilar is in Black. Signature: Cray
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Candelabras

Materials

Glass

Set of 2 Candle Holders. From The Tempera series
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Set of 2 Candle Holders, 2023 From The Tempera series Material: Duck egg yolk, binder Overall size: 17.6 W x 9.2 D x 7 H (cm) Individual Dimensions: 8.8 W x 9.2 D x 7 H (cm) Weight:...
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2010s North Korean Modern Candelabras

Materials

Eggshell

Set of 4 Candle Holders. From The Tempera series
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Set of 4 Candle Holders, 2023 From The Tempera series Material: Duck egg yolk, binder Overall size: 17.6 W x 9.2 D x 14 H (cm) Individual Dimensions: 8.8 W x 9.2 D x 7 H (cm) Weight...
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2010s North Korean Modern Candelabras

Materials

Eggshell

Set of 3 Candle Holders. From The Tempera series
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Set of 3 Candle Holders, 2023 From The Tempera series Material: Duck egg yolk, binder Overall size: 26.4 W x 9.2 D x 7 H (cm) Individual Dimensions: 8.8 W x 9.2 D x 7 H (cm) Weight:...
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2010s North Korean Modern Candelabras

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Eggshell

Saman Candle Holder by Chandler McLellan
Located in Geneve, CH
Saman Candle Holder by Chandler McLellan Dimensions: D 19.05 x W 21.6 x H 45.1 cm. Materials: Metal. A sculptural candle holder. Inspired by grounded whimsey and the hug of a rain ...
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2010s American Modern Candelabras

Materials

Metal

Tommaso Barbi Candlestick
Located in Lugo, IT
Candelabra by Tommaso Barbi Very good condition Thank you
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass

Set of Floral Candle Holder by Chanel Kapitanj
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of Floral Candle Holder by Chanel Kapitanj Unique Piece Dimensions: D 90 x W 90 x H 42 cm Materials: Metal This collection aims to offer completely unique pieces. Each is diffe...
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2010s Belgian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Metal

Circle Candle
Located in Chicago, IL
It is possible to have a candle that is circular, I guess so.
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2010s American Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass

Spin Floor Chandelier by Tom Dixon, England, 21st Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Spin floor chandlier by Tom Dixon, a stunning chandelier that pays homage to the robust elegance of Victorian-era bridges and engines. This inverted mobile is a literal revolution in...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Candelabras

Materials

Iron

Tom Dixon Swirl Candelabra
Located in Toronto, CA
By Tom Dixon Swirl is a series of geometric forms stacked upon one another to create multi-dimensional, functional sculptures. The unique process involves recycling the powdered res...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Candelabras

Materials

Resin

Arno Declercq - Bunker Candle Holder in Burned and Waxed Oak
Located in Vancouver, CA
Arno Declercq is a Belgian designer who's varied influences include art, architecture, fashion and tribal arts. With a background in interior design, Arno launched his distinctive home collection in May 2017. The Arno Declercq collection features bold designs in wood and metal – with each piece handcrafted and entirely unique. A tropical wood called Iroko that Arno discovered on one of his many trips to West Africa is used along with Belgian Oak in the creation of the objects and furniture. The designs are treated with the ancient Japanese technique of "Sho Sugi Ban...
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2010s Belgian Modern Candelabras

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Oak

Pair of Valley Form Two Light Candelabras in Stainless Steel by Georg Jensen
Located in New York, NY
This beautifully sculpted Pair of Valley Form Two Light Candelabras in Stainless Steel are designed by esteemed silversmith and manufacturer George Jensen in Denmark during the 20th ...
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20th Century Danish Modern Candelabras

Materials

Stainless Steel

Contemporary Modern, Kubbe Large Candleholder, Varnished Brass
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Kubbe collection was designed with inspiration from the domes of the courtyards, shops and workshops of the Grand Bazaar, which has been the center of silver-smiting in Istanbul for ...
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2010s Turkish Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass

Tetra CL, Large Candle Holder
Located in Beirut, LB
Inspired by the Tetra Line, this large candle holder can be joined with a small one (TETRA - CS) dynamically, allowing many combinations to fit the setting. Made of Polished stainles...
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2010s Lebanese Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Mikado, Candle Holder from the Mikado Line
Located in Beirut, LB
In a simple way, this candle holder is the smallest design of the Mikado line. It is made of polished stainless steel, gun metal, brushed light oxidized brass base.
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2010s Lebanese Modern Candelabras

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Metal, Stainless Steel, Brass

Georg Jensen Candelabrum 956 Henning Koppel
Located in Hellerup, DK
A sculptural sterling silver Georg Jensen three-light candelabra, design #956 by Henning Koppel from 1946. This was Henning Koppel’s first hollowware design for Georg Jensen and was...
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20th Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Two-Light Candelabrum 1097 Henning Koppel
Located in Hellerup, DK
This is a Mid-Century sterling silver Georg Jensen candelabrum, design #1097 by Henning Koppel from the early 1960s. Additional information: Material: Sterling silver Styles: Modern...
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20th Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rose Quartz Abra Candelabra by Studio DO
Located in Geneve, CH
Rose Quartz Abra Candelabra by Studio DO Dimensions: D 16 x W 14 x H 25.5 cm Materials: Rose quartz, aluminum. 5.4 kg. Stone and fire are connected in an ageless bond. A sparkle created by clashing two stones with each other has been igniting fire over centuries. At the same time stones...
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2010s Belgian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Stone, Aluminum

Blue Quartz Abra Candelabra II by Studio DO
Located in Geneve, CH
Blue Quartz Abra Candelabra II by Studio DO Dimensions: D 19 x W 13 x H 13 cm Materials: Blue quartz, aluminum. 3.2 kg. Stone and fire are connected in an ageless bond. A sparkle cr...
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2010s Belgian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Stone, Aluminum

Granite Abra Candelabra by Studio DO
Located in Geneve, CH
Granite Abra Candelabra by Studio DO Dimensions: D 15.5 x W 14.5 x H 13 cm Materials: Granite, aluminum. 2.5 kg. Stone and fire are connected in an ageless bond. A sparkle created by clashing two stones with each other has been igniting fire over centuries. At the same time stones...
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2010s Belgian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Stone, Aluminum

Kobalt Serpentine Abra Candelabra by Studio DO
Located in Geneve, CH
Kobalt Serpentine Abra Candelabra by Studio DO Dimensions: D 23.5 x W 13 x H 15 cm Materials: Stone, aluminum. 3.4 kg. Stone and fire are connected in an ageless bond. A sparkle created by clashing two stones with each other has been igniting fire over centuries. At the same time stones...
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2010s Belgian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Stone, Aluminum

Ruby Zoisite Abra Candelabra by Studio DO
Located in Geneve, CH
Ruby Zoisite Abra Candelabra by Studio DO Dimensions: D 17.5 x W 14 x H 17 cm Materials: Ruby Zoisite, aluminum. 3.2 kg. Stone and fire are connected in an ageless bond. A sparkle c...
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2010s Belgian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Stone, Aluminum

Sodalite Abra Candelabra by Studio DO
Located in Geneve, CH
Sodalite Abra Candelabra by Studio DO Dimensions: D 20 x W 15 x H 17 cm Materials: Sodalite, aluminum. 2.8 kg. Stone and fire are connected in an ageless bond. A sparkle created by clashing two stones with each other has been igniting fire over centuries. At the same time stones...
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2010s Belgian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Stone, Aluminum

White Granite Abra Candelabra II by Studio DO
Located in Geneve, CH
White Granite Abra Candelabra II by Studio DO Dimensions: D 16 x W 12.5 x H 11.5 cm Materials: Granite, aluminum. 2 kg. Stone and fire are connected in an ageless bond. A sparkle created by clashing two stones with each other has been igniting fire over centuries. At the same time stones...
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2010s Belgian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Stone, Aluminum

Pyrite Abra Candelabra by Studio DO
Located in Geneve, CH
Pyrite Abra Candelabra by Studio DO Dimensions: D 21 x W 14.5 x H 24 cm Materials: Pyrite, aluminum. 11.2 kg. Stone and fire are connected in an ageless bond. A sparkle created by clashing two stones with each other has been igniting fire over centuries. At the same time stones...
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2010s Belgian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Stone, Aluminum

Set of 2 Manmade Porcellanite Abra Candelabra by Studio DO
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Manmade Porcellanite Abra Candelabra by Studio DO Dimensions: D 20 x W 13 x H 9.5 cm / D 16 x W 12 x H 11.5 cm Materials: Manmade porcellanite, aluminum. 8.4 kg. Stone and ...
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2010s Belgian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Aluminum

Howlite Abra Candelabra by Studio DO
Located in Geneve, CH
Howlite Abra Candelabra by Studio DO Dimensions: D 18 x W 14 x H 18 cm Materials: Howlite, aluminum. 3.3 kg. Stone and fire are connected in an ageless bond. A sparkle created by clashing two stones with each other has been igniting fire over centuries. At the same time stones...
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2010s Belgian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Stone, Aluminum

Porfier Abra Candelabra by Studio DO
Located in Geneve, CH
Porfier Abra Candelabra by Studio DO Dimensions: D 14 x W 13 x H 25.5 cm Materials: Stone, aluminum. 5.7 kg. Stone and fire are connected in an ageless bond. A sparkle created by cl...
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2010s Belgian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Stone, Aluminum

Red Glass Abra Candelabra by Studio DO
Located in Geneve, CH
Red Glass Abra Candelabra by Studio DO Dimensions: D 20 x W 16.5 x H 19 cm Materials: Stone, aluminum. 2.65 kg. Stone and fire are connected in an ageless bond. A sparkle created by clashing two stones with each other has been igniting fire over centuries. At the same time stones...
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2010s Belgian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Stone, Aluminum

White Granite Abra Candelabra I by Studio DO
Located in Geneve, CH
White Granite Abra Candelabra I by Studio DO Dimensions: D 17 x W 12.5 x H 18 cm Materials: Granite, aluminum. 3.2 kg. Stone and fire are connected in an ageless bond. A sparkle cre...
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2010s Belgian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Stone, Aluminum

Heliotrope Seftonite Abra Candelabra by Studio DO
Located in Geneve, CH
Heliotrope Seftonite Abra Candelabra by Studio DO Dimensions: D 23 x W 18 x H 11 cm Materials: Heliotrope Seftonite, aluminum. 5 kg. Stone and fire are connected in an ageless bond. A sparkle created by clashing two stones with each other has been igniting fire over centuries. At the same time stones...
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2010s Belgian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Stone, Aluminum

Air, Relativistic Objects Contemporary Light Accessory
Located in London, GB
‘Relativistic Objects’ challenges contemporary behaviors and life habits related to the way we conceive and perceive the passing of time. These objects speak to anyone interested in...
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2010s British Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass

Altar Candle Holder by Camila Apaez
Located in Geneve, CH
Altar Candle Holder by Camila Apaez One-of-a-Kind Materials: Stoneware Dimensions: W 26 x D 9 x 24 H cm Ila Ceramica emerged from a process of inner inquiry where ceramics became a ...
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2010s Mexican Modern Candelabras

Materials

Stoneware

Blue Stone Abra Candelabra by Studio DO
Located in Geneve, CH
Blue Stone Abra Candelabra by Studio DO Dimensions: D 41 x W 20.5 x H 19 cm Materials: Blue stone, aluminum. 12 kg. Stone and fire are connected in an ageless bond. A sparkle create...
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2010s Belgian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Stone, Aluminum

Heliotrope Seftonite Abra Candelabra by Studio DO
Located in Geneve, CH
Heliotrope Seftonite Abra Candelabra by Studio DO Dimensions: D 25 x W 11 x H 20.5 cm Materials: Heliotrope seftonite stone, copper. 5 kg. Stone and fire are connected in an ageless...
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2010s Belgian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Stone, Copper

Yellow Jasper Abra Candelabra II by Studio DO
Located in Geneve, CH
Yellow Jasper Abra Candelabra by Studio DO Dimensions: D 18 x W 15 x H 18.5 cm Materials: Yellow jasper, brass. 2.5 kg. Stone and fire are connected in an ageless bond. A sparkle cr...
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2010s Belgian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Stone, Brass

Pink Granite Abra Candelabra by Studio DO
Located in Geneve, CH
Pink Granite Abra Candelabra by Studio DO Dimensions: D 25 x W 12 x H 23 cm Materials: Pink granite, copper. 3 kg. Stone and fire are connected in an ageless bond. A sparkle created...
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2010s Belgian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Stone, Copper

fferrone Set of 2 Contemporary Czech Clear Glass Trio Candelabras/Bud Vases
Located in Chicago, IL
The contemporary handcrafted set of two clear glass Trios Candelabras can serve as either a candelabra or bud vase. When used in multiples, endless playful arrangements can be create...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Candelabras

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Glass

12 Light French Modern Kinetic Silvered Metal Candelabra Centerpiece
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
12 Light French Modern Kinetic Silvered Metal Candelabra Centerpiece France, Circa 1980s A unique 12-Light French Modern Kinetic Silvered Met...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Candelabras

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Metal

Modernist Design Sterling Silver Candelabrum Centrepiece - Millennium Mark 2000
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 2000 by T. Stocks, this striking, modernist design, Sterling Silver Candelabrum, will hold 5 candles at different heights, and would make a stunning centr...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Candelabras

Materials

Sterling Silver

DROPS : Contemporary Crystal Candelabra
Located in Berlin, DE
Candelabra for 4 candles. 4 crystal balls are applied to a solid monolithic crystal block, using a special pigmented bond that reveals a unique tie-dye effect. Extinguish flame befor...
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2010s Chinese Modern Candelabras

Materials

Crystal, Lead

Stacked Spiral Lucite Candelabras
Located in Denton, TX
Mesmerizing stacked spiral lucite candelabras. Can be used property as candelabras or as decorative objects.
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20th Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Acrylic, Lucite

Karl Springer Pair of Hand-Blown Black Glass Candle Holders 1980s (Signed)
Located in New York, NY
Rare pair of hand-blown black glass candle holders with scavo (rough) finish by Seguso Vetri d'Arte (Murano) for Karl Springer, American 1980's (Signed on bottom “Karl Springer”). T...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Candelabras

Materials

Art Glass

Set of Floral Candle Holder by Chanel Kapitanj
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of Floral Candle Holder by Chanel Kapitanj Unique Piece Dimensions: D 90 x W 90 x H 42 cm Materials: Metal This collection aims to offer completely unique pieces. Each is diffe...
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2010s Belgian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Metal

Floral Chandelier by Chanel Kapitanj
Located in Geneve, CH
Floral Chandelier by Chanel Kapitanj Dimensions: D63 x W18 x H15 cm Materials: Metal Unique Piece This collection aims to offer completely unique pieces. Each is different as it is ...
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2010s Belgian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Metal

Set of 2 Maat Candleholder M, L by SB26
Located in Geneve, CH
Maat candleholder by SB26 Dimensions: 8 x 8 x 65 cm 8 x 8 x 50 cm Materials: Polished blue steel, brushed and oxidized brass Maat candleholder, both balanced and structured, c...
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2010s French Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass, Steel

Candle Holder Candelabro by Camila Apaez
Located in Geneve, CH
Candle Holder Candelabro by Camila Apaez. One of a Kind. Materials: Stoneware. Dimensions: 11 x 7 x 16 H cm. Ila Ceramica emerged from a process of inner inquiry where ceramics...
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2010s Mexican Modern Candelabras

Materials

Stoneware

Mitosis Candle Holder by Camila Apaez
Located in Geneve, CH
Mitosis candle holder by Camila Apaez One of a Kind Materials: Stoneware Dimensions: W 10 x D 7 x 7 H cm Ila Ceramica emerged from a process of inner inquiry where ceramics bec...
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2010s Mexican Modern Candelabras

Materials

Stoneware

Pompidou Lucite Candleholder in Clear
Located in New York, NY
Pipe Up. Our Pompidou Candleholders pair 70s-inspired patterns with daring dimension for added ooomph. Featuring solid acrylic pipes fused together and accent...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Candelabras

Materials

Nickel

Spin Large Candelabra by Tom Dixon
Located in New York, NY
A candelabrum with rotating arms, made from robust, honest indestructible cast iron. Five candles can be placed on its extending arms.
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Candelabras

Materials

Iron

Boeltz Candelabra Centerpiece in Gold with Rock Crystals 1970s 'Signed'
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional rare candelabra centerpiece model No. 16, 24-karat plated "exploded bronze" design with rock crystals and glass center bowl, by Claude Victor Boeltz, France 1970s (signed...
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1970s French Vintage Modern Candelabras

Materials

Rock Crystal, Gold, Bronze

Candlestick, Candelabra, House of Christofle, 20th Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
"Candlestick, Candelabra, House of Christofle, 20th Century" Candlestick, Candelabra of the Christofle house in silver plated metal, 20th Century.
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20th Century European Modern Candelabras

Materials

Metal

Maat Candleholder by SB26
Located in Geneve, CH
Maat candleholder by SB26. Dimensions: W 7.2, D 7.2, H 30 cm Weight: 2.5 kg Materials: Polished blue steel, brushed and oxidized brass. Maat candleholder, both balanced and st...
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2010s French Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass, Steel

Modern candelabras for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique 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 Modern candelabras made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Denmark pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original candelabras, popular names associated with this style include DAY Studio, Jover + Valls, Joost van Bleiswijk, and Kartell. 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 $101 and tops out at $37,164 while the average work can sell for $812.

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