After the conquest of Mexico in 1521 and the Philippines in 1565, Spain dictated a global culture. The colonization of territories in the Americas, Western Europe, Africa, Oceania and the Pacific imposed the values of Spain, including Catholicism, while the extraction of resources reinforced the empire’s wealth and power. Unlike many styles that came out of European colonialism, such as British Colonial, Spanish Colonial furniture and architecture frequently mixed local heritage with the artistic traditions of Spain.
Spanish Colonial furniture was informed by the shifting styles of Europe as well as Indigenous culture. There were Inca tapestries depicting Spanish coats of arms and Baroque chairs adorned with tropical flora. The butaca, a low easy chair popular in the Caribbean, was inspired by Rococo’s curving forms and the shape of precolonial seating. In New Mexico, Pueblo artisans carved chests with patterns reminiscent of Anasazi art.
Even within the homes of the wealthy, furniture was usually restricted to necessities like benches, desks, cupboards and chests. These were often ornately designed and especially important for storing prized goods like textiles. Spanish Colonial houses were built with adobe and clay and tended to be minimally decorated, so the style’s heavily carved wooden furniture pieces stood out against a home’s white stucco walls.
The Spanish Colonial period mostly came to an end after the territories achieved independence from Spain. However, its aesthetics continued to influence Southwestern style and Spanish Colonial Revival style after Spanish Colonial style was used extensively at San Diego’s 1915 Panama-California Exposition.
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Sculptural Vintage Spanish Four Arm Candelabra Cast Iron Brass
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Vintage 4 Arm Brass Candelabra Oil Lamp Cast Iron Stand Style Spanish Revival Rancho Monterey 12.5 h x 10.5 diameter Unrestored original vintage...
Iron, Brass
important 18th century Spanish Colonial Candelabras in solid 950 silver
Located in Harrington Park, NJ
18th Century Spanish Colonial Candelabras solid 0.950 silver. This is a rare and exceptional pair of 18th Century Spanish Colonial three-light candelabras, likely originating from a ...
Silver
Iron Floral Candelabra by Jan Barboglio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A earlier retired Iron floral candelabra by Jan Barboglio titled "Passion flower Candelabra" After many years designing clothing with her sister in their Barboglio Cristina & Jan Collection, Jan Barboglio began sculpting accessories and furniture for her own home. Her childhood, spent in north central Mexico, would prove to be fertile ground for inspiration, and every object created by her would carry with it the rich history and romance of old Mexico. Barboglio’s initial designs of wax grabbers were for her silver, bronze and iron candelabra. Altar pieces and house blessing crosses were integrated into her own home furnishings. Her love of entertainment would later result in her own iron chargers, platters and chafing dishes...
Iron
1940s Spanish Colonial Rustic Iron Candelabras
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1940s Spanish Forged Iron Three Arm Rustic Scroll Candelabras Set of Two Candelabras circa 1940s Spanish Colonial 11.25 H x 9.75 W x 5.75 in diameter Original Unrestored Vintage Cond...
Iron
Extremely Rare 18th Century Spanish Colonial Candlestick
Located in Middleburg, VA
An extraordinary survivor of the Spanish Colonial era, this rare 18th-century candlestick radiates both history and refinement! Crafted in Peru circa 1750, it is cast in richly patin...
Metal, Bronze
$816
H 18.51 in Dm 7.09 in
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...
Brass, Iron
Spanish Cast Iron Candelabra with Triangular Top
Located in Washington, DC
A Spanish cast iron candelabra with triangular top.
Iron
Spanish Colonial Carved Wood Torchere / Floor Candle Holder, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Sculptural floor standing candle holder in turned wood and iron nails, Spain, 1940s. Eye-catching floor candle holder in pine wood. It ha...
Wrought Iron
Hand-forged Swedish Iron Candelabra, 1940s
Located in Karis, Nyland
A Swedish wrought iron candelabra from the 1940. Hand-forged with a spiral base and four curved arms, this piece blends Scandinavian Modern elegance with a raw, Brutalist edge. Both ...
Iron
Stunning French Art Nouveau Brass Candelabra, 1940s
Located in Frederiksberg C, DK
Stunning French Art Nouveau Brass Candelabra, 1940s Elegant and sculptural French brass candelabrum from the 1940s, exquisitely handcrafted w...
Brass
Contemporary blue forest candelabra handcrafted by Jan Ernst
Located in 1204, CH
Storytelling through the use of light is central to all my designs. The idea behind the Forest Candelabra collection was to create an interplay between the variety of organic shapes,...
Ceramic
French 1940's large gilt iron five arm candelabra
Located in New York City, NY
Large French hammered iron gold leafed candle holder. Five arms or candle branches with four arched leg base, twisted arms and scroll details. Can b...
Swedish Designer, Candelabra, Iron, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A painted iron candelabra designed and produced by a Swedish Designer, Sweden, 1940s. Holds .75" diameter candles.
Iron
$252 / item
H 3.55 in W 9.85 in D 1.19 in
Menorah G048 Abstract Candelabra Cast Brass Gold Coloured Made in Spain
Located in Benahavis, AN
The decorative Menorah was created by David Marshall, it is made of sand cast brass. Handmade, mounted and finished in our foundry and workshop in Spain from recycled materials. Ce...
Brass
$1,980
H 61.5 in W 24 in D 20 in
Spanish Revival Hand Forged Iron and Brass Torchère ~ Floor Candelabra
Located in Dallas, TX
Traditional Spanish ironwork gives this striking Spanish Revival torchère its sculptural presence and distinctive character. Hand forged from wrought iron, the tall standard is shape...
Brass, Wrought Iron
$1,397 / item
H 16.54 in W 15.75 in D 3.94 in
Contemporary Earthy forest candelabra 03 handcrafted by Jan Ernst
Located in 1204, CH
Storytelling through the use of light is central to all my designs. The idea behind the Forest Candelabra collection was to create an interplay between the variety of organic shapes,...
Ceramic
Pair William Spratling Mexican Tin Candelabras
Located in Pasadena, CA
This pair of Spratling Seven-Light Tin Candelabras was created c. 1935 -1945 and is in overall very good condition considering their age and utilitarian purpose and the more fragile ...
Tin
Sold
H 15.36 in W 8.27 in D 4.53 in
Spanish Colonial Hand-Forged Iron Candelabra Pair, Spain, Circa 1970s
Located in Valencia, VC
Striking Pair of Large Hand-Forged Spanish Colonial Iron Candelabra, Circa 1970s A magnificent pair of large hand-forged black iron candelabra, inspired...
Iron, Wrought Iron
Pair of 19th Century Spanish Colonial Exotic Tobacco Leaf 5-Light Candelabra
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of 19th-century Spanish Colonial Exotic Tobacco Leaf 5-Light Candelabra Peru, mid-19th century This extraordinary pair of 19th-century Spanish Colonial Exotic Tobacco Leaf 5-...
Silver Plate
Wrought Iron Four Light Candle Stand
Located in Astoria, NY
Wrought Iron Four Light Candle Stand, in the Spanish taste, with four candle holders above a central support on tripartite volute base. Dimensions: 65" H x 17.5" diameter Dealer: S...
Wrought Iron
Antique Spanish Revival Brass Arorn 2 Arm Candle Holder Wall Sconces
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of two antique brass candelabra or candle holder wall sconces accented with oak leaves and acorns. Measures: 16".
Brass
Addison Mizner Spanish Colonial Revival Candelabra Floor Lamp
Located in Forney, TX
A magnificent antique Spanish Colonial style wrought iron tall floor standing candelabra attributed to legendary Palm Beach designer and all around interesting character Addison Mizn...
Wrought Iron, Copper
1940s Spanish Colonial Rustic Iron Scroll Five Arm Candle Holder
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Antique Candle Holder Spanish Colonial 5 Arm Candelabra Candle Holder Rustic Scroll Forged Patinated Metal Iron 20.5 W x 7.5 Tall x 4.63 D inche...
Iron
Antique Spanish Style Hand-Forged Candelabra
Located in New York, NY
An elegant Spanish-style hand-forged candelabra with a rich rust patina, late 19th century. Single tier comprising of 5 arms that curve down and up t...
Iron
Antique Spanish Style Hand Forged Iron Candelabra
Located in New York, NY
A simple, Spanish style hand forged candelabra, late 19th century. Two-tiered, with each tier comprising of 5 arms that curve down and up to the cand...
Wrought Iron