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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 chair — crafted 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
9 Tiers Veld Candelabra by Jan Ernst
Located in Dubai, DU
The work is influenced by Jan Ernst's fascination with natural structures such as corals, fungi, and geological formations. The designs have evolved into functional art and sculptura...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Candelabras
Materials
Terracotta
Rare Polished Stainless Steel Candle Tree by Xavier Feal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare polished stainless steel candle tree by Xavier Feal for Inox Industrie.
Category
1970s French Vintage Modern Candelabras
Materials
Stainless Steel
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Candelabras
Materials
Nickel
Thomas Roy Markusen Pair of Large American Modernist Candleholders
Located in Miami, FL
Never used, American Modernist pair of handcrafted metal candleholders in nickeled copper, created by famed metal-smith Thomas Roy Markusen in 1980 in the United States. These unique...
Category
20th Century American Modern Candelabras
Materials
Copper
Contemporary Modern, Kubbe Large Candleholder, Varnished Silver-Nickel Plated
By DAY Studio
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 ...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Vestalia Green Marble Verde Imperiale and Brass Details Candleholder
By LatoXLato
Located in Bologna, Bologna
The Vestalia green marble Verde Imperiale and brass details candleholder is a unique and eye-catching sculptural piece.
When it is closed, the cand...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Candelabras
Materials
Marble, Brass
Contemporary Modern, Kubbe Minimal Candleholders, Silver-Nickel Plated, Set of 2
By DAY Studio
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 ...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Contemporary Modern, Kubbe Minimal Candleholders, Varnished Brass, Set of 2
By DAY Studio
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 ...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
Silverplate 2 Light Candelabra, Pair
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Silverplate 2 light candelabra with high low design on a square pyramidal base. 5.5" H x 5" W.
Category
20th Century Modern Candelabras
Materials
Silver Plate
Kartell Abbracciaio Candelabra in Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Abbracciaio is an aluminium casting of two shapes which, when placed one in front of the other, become a loving embrace.
The two structures composing the candelabra link together g...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Candelabras
Materials
Aluminum
Contemporary Modern, Kubbe Round Candleholder, Varnished Silver-Nickel Plated
By DAY Studio
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 ...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Kartell Abbracciaio Candelabra in Chrome
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Abbracciaio is an aluminium casting of two shapes which, when placed one in front of the other, become a loving embrace.
The two structures composing the candelabra link together g...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Candelabras
Materials
Aluminum
Kartell Abbracciaio Candelabra in Gun Metal
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Abbracciaio is an aluminium casting of two shapes which, when placed one in front of the other, become a loving embrace.
The two structures composing the candelabra link together g...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Candelabras
Materials
Aluminum
Contemporary Modern, Kubbe Large Candleholder, Varnished Silver-Nickel Plated
By DAY Studio
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 ...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Contemporary Modern, Kubbe Minimal Round Candleholder, Varnished Brass
By DAY Studio
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 ...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Modern, Kubbe Minimal Candleholder, Varnished Silver-Nickel Plated
By DAY Studio
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 ...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Pair of Silver Plated Candelabras by Mesa, Italy
By Mesa
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A pair of silver plated candelabras designed and produced in Italy by Mesa.
Each candelabra is stamped on the bottom. They each me...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Candelabras
Materials
Silver Plate
Candle Glass Sculpture, Designed by Simone Crestani, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Single candle glass sculpture, designed by Simone Crestani.
Made in Italy:
Made in Italy furniture means design, quality, style and sophistication.
The typical elegance of Itali...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Candelabras
Materials
Glass
Kartell Abbracciaio Candelabra in Black
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Abbracciaio is an aluminium casting of two shapes which, when placed one in front of the other, become a loving embrace.
The two structures composing the candelabra link together g...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Candelabras
Materials
Aluminum
Fabulous Modern Pair Lorin Marsh Green Blown Glass Hurricane Shades Nickel Bases
By Lorin Marsh
Located in Roslyn, NY
A fabulous pair of modern Italian Murano hurricane hand blown urn-shaped glass shades with a green swirl motif resting on polished nickel bases (base ...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Modern Candelabras
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass
21st Century Modern Candelabra/Candle Holders
Located in Lisbon, PT
The Constellation series marks the first collaboration of GAIA&GINO and Porto based Designer Christian Haas. The designs derive their beauty from the interaction between tubular ston...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Candelabras
Materials
Marble, Metal
Garrard & Co Silver Four Sconce Three Branch Candelabra
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very fine quality silver three branch candelabra with four candle sconces by Garrard & Co of Regent Street, London and dated 1978. Often refe...
Category
1970s English Vintage Modern Candelabras
Materials
Silver
Solid Brass Candleholder, Eleven, Handcrafted and Designed in Chicago
Located in Chicago, IL
Milled from a solid piece of brass, the candelabrum is strikingly simple with its pair of passionately mated candles. Available in polished brass or darkened brass, these hand finish...
Category
2010s American Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
NSNG Corroded Candelabrum 3
Located in Eindhoven, NL
No Screw No Glue is an iconic range of furniture and objects designed by Joost Van Bleiswijk in which the components are laser cut and assembled by slotting the pieces together. As t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Candelabras
Materials
Steel
Fire, Relativistic Objects Contemporary Light Accessories
Located in London, GB
‘Relativistic Objects’ challenges contemporary behaviours and life habits related to the way we conceive and perceive
the passing of time. These objects speak to anyone interested i...
Category
2010s British Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
Seletti "Burlesque - The No Evil Monkeys" Five-Arm Chandelier, Black
By Seletti
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Candelabras
Materials
Resin
Cinghialondolo Ceramic Sculpture by Massimo Giacon for Superego Editions, Italy
Located in Milan, Italy
Cinghialondolo limited edition ceramic part of the "Pop Will Eat Himself" collection designed by Massimo Giacon and produced by Superego Editions. Signed and numbered. Limited edition.
Biography
Massimo Giacon was born in Padova in 1961. Since 1980 he has been working in Milan, as a comic strip writer, illustrator, designer, artist and musician. Since the early 80’he has contributed in the renovation of the Italian comic...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Candelabras
Materials
Ceramic
Kartell Abbracciaio Candelabra in White
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Abbracciaio is an aluminium casting of two shapes which, when placed one in front of the other, become a loving embrace.
The two structures composing the candelabra link together g...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Candelabras
Materials
Aluminum
Folpo Ceramic Sculpture by Massimo Giacon for Superego Editions, Italy
Located in Milan, Italy
Candle holder and pocket emptier limited edition ceramic part of the "Pop Will Eat Himself" collection designed by Massimo Giacon and produced by Superego Editions. Signed and number...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Candelabras
Materials
Ceramic
Seletti "Burlesque - The Wise Chimpanzee" Five-Arm Candelabra, Black
By Seletti
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Candelabras
Materials
Resin
Vestalia White Bianco Carrara Marble and Brass Details Candleholder
By LatoXLato
Located in Bologna, Bologna
The Vestalia White Bianco Carrara Marble and Brass Details Candleholder is a unique and eye-catching sculptural piece.
When it is closed, the candelabrum appears like a monolithic ma...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Candelabras
Materials
Carrara Marble, Brass
Water, 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...
Category
2010s British Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
Rare Polished Stainless Steel Candle Tree by Xavier Feal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare polished stainless steel candle tree by Xavier Feal for Inox Industrie.
Category
1970s French Vintage Modern Candelabras
Materials
Stainless Steel
Earth, 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...
Category
2010s British Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
Rolf Swedberg, Candelabra, Pewter, Waxed Cord, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pewter and waxed cord candelabra designed and produced by Rolf Swedberg, Sweden, 1970s.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Modern Candelabras
Materials
Pewter
NSNG Corroded Candelabrum 1
Located in Eindhoven, NL
No Screw No Glue is an iconic range of furniture and objects designed by Joost Van Bleiswijk in which the components are laser cut and assembled by slotting the pieces together. As t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Candelabras
Materials
Steel
NSNG Stainless Steel Candleholder Extra Large
Located in Eindhoven, NL
No Screw No Glue is an iconic range of furniture and objects designed by Joost Van Bleiswijk in which the components are laser cut and assembled by slotting the pieces together. As t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Candelabras
Materials
Stainless Steel
Relativistic Objects Contemporary Light Accessories
Located in London, GB
‘Relativistic Objects’ challenges contemporary behaviours and life habits related to the way we conceive and perceive
the passing of time. These objects speak to anyone interested i...
Category
2010s British Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
Candleholder in solid brass made out from recycled door handles. Edition of 225
By Curro Claret
Located in Barcelona, ES
REmix is one of BD’s contributions to keep a cleaner world. Curro Claret has taken Cristian Cirici’s door hardware (designed years ago) and has converted these into a new collection ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
24-Karat Gold Triple Branch Candlesticks with Rock Crystals, Claude Boeltz, Pair
Located in New York, NY
This stunning pair of Mid-Century Modern candlesticks were realized in France by the esteemed artisan Claude Victor Boeltz. They offer an exploded form sculpted, by hand, and cast in...
Category
20th Century French Modern Candelabras
Materials
Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gold, Brass
NSNG Stainless Steel Candleholder S
Located in Eindhoven, NL
No Screw No Glue is an iconic range of furniture and objects designed by Joost Van Bleiswijk in which the components are laser cut and assembled by slotting the pieces together. As t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Candelabras
Materials
Stainless Steel
NSNG Stainless Candlelabrum
Located in Eindhoven, NL
No screw no glue is an iconic range of furniture and objects designed by Joost Van Bleiswijk in which the components are laser cut and assembled by slotting the pieces together. As t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Candelabras
Materials
Stainless Steel
Fourmosa Credenza
By LatoXLato
Located in Bologna, Bologna
The Fourmosa credenza is an object of splendid craftsmanship without pre-defined measurements. It is composed of four elements, each with its own functionality and aesthetics; the co...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
Menorah Jewish Candelabrum in Blown Murano Glass, Vintage Murano Gallery 1970s
Located in Villaverla, IT
High-End Menorah Jewish Candelabrum in Blown Murano Glass, Vintage Murano Gallery 1970s.
This unique Murano glass masterpiece is one of the most...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
Candleholder Palladio, Matt White Ceramic, Italy
Located in Treviso, Treviso
VG is dedicating a collection of ceramics to the genius of Coco Chanel, a leading figure in the story of modern fashion, and a designer who created a style famous for its simplicity ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Candelabras
Materials
Ceramic
Aldo Tura Modernist Three-Arm Candelabrum
By Aldo Tura
Located in New York, NY
An Aldo Tura Modernist three-arm candelabrum.
Patinated brass arms with wooden base covered in lacquered parchment.
Category
1960s European Vintage Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
Aldo Tura Modernist Three-Arm Candelabra
By Aldo Tura
Located in New York, NY
An Aldo Tura modernist three-arm candelabra.
Patinated brass arms with wooden base covered in lacquered parchment.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Pair of Gilded Steel "Tusk" Candelabras by Alex Drew & No One 2016
Located in Detroit, MI
The “Tusk” Candelabras are from the 2016 collection of Alex Drew & No One. Inspired by traditional craftsmanship while incorporating a modern edge, AD&NO's...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Candelabras
Materials
Metal, Steel
Unsigned Custom Coiled Wire Abstract Candelabra, circa 1960
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Unsigned custom made coiled wire abstract candelabra featuring 3 candleholders on 3 asymmetric freeform arms flowing out of a coiled center resting on 3 legs, circa 1960.
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Candelabras
Materials
Steel
Pair of 24kt Gold Double Branch Candlesticks with Rock Crystals, Claude Boeltz
Located in New York, NY
This stunning pair of Mid-Century Modern candlesticks were realized in France by the esteemed artisan Claude Victor Boeltz. They offer an exploded form sculpted, by hand, and cast in...
Category
20th Century French Modern Candelabras
Materials
Rock Crystal, Gold Plate, Bronze
Rare Polished Stainless Steel Candle Tree by Xavier Feal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare polished stainless steel candle tree by Xavier Feal for Inox Industrie.
Category
1970s French Vintage Modern Candelabras
Materials
Stainless Steel
Candelabra with Three Arms from the 1960s in Painted Metal
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Candelabra with three arms from the 1960s in painted metal.
Category
1960s French Vintage Modern Candelabras
Materials
Metal
Candleholder in solid brass made out from recycled door handles. Edition of 75
By Curro Claret
Located in Barcelona, ES
REmix is one of BD’s contributions to keep a cleaner world. Curro Claret has taken Cristian Cirici’s door hardware (designed years ago) and has converted these into a new collection ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Candelabras
Materials
Brass
Damian Garrido Candelabra Centrepiece Concave circa 2000 Vase Candlesticks
Located in London, GB
A spectacular modernist Sculptural Centrepiece made by Damian Garrido. This magnificent Centrepiece is made up of four magnificent curved Candlesticks that fit into a central Vase. E...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Candelabras
Materials
Silver
Gilded Bronze Candleholder by Pierre Casenove
Located in North Miami, FL
Gilded bronze candleholder by Pierre Casenove. Signed on the bottom piece. Has some wear on some joints.
Category
1980s French Vintage Modern Candelabras
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Candelabra 4 Branches, 20th Century, Modern Art
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of candelabra 4 branches, 20th century, modern art
Measures: H 47cm, D 34cm.
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Candelabras
Materials
Metal
20th Century Italian Sterling Silver Modern 3 Light Candelabras.
Located in VALENZA, IT
Pair of sterling silver candelabra with three lights.
The structure has been realized by a smooth sheet of silver.
The wave movement is realized with manufacturing by handmade.
On the top three rounds candle-holders are placed to complete the object
This modern style is suitable both for a house with minimalist furniture and in a baroque or empire style home, to lighten the visual impact and to stand out particularly from the dominant style.
Italian silverware...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Candelabras
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair of Mid-20th Century Hand-Crafted Candelabra
Located in Chicago, IL
A bold pair of mid-20th century American hand-crafted iron candlesticks of pyramidal form, and each with three arms and a candle cup at the top.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Candelabras
Materials
Iron
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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