Swedish, Adjustable Candelabra, Solid Oak, Sweden, 1950s

An adjustable oak candelabra, designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Holds 0.76” diameter candles.

A brass candelabra designer and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Holds .5” candles.

A brass and metal candelabra designed by Gunnar Ander and produced by Ystad-Metall, Sweden, c. 1950s. Hold 0.35” diameter candle

A brass candelabra designed by Walter Andersson and produced by Ystad-Metall, Sweden, c. 1950s. Holds .8” candles.

A brass candelabra designed and produced in Sweden, 1950s.

A brass candelabra designed by Gunnar Ander and produced by Ystad-Metall, Sweden, 1950s. fits 0.45” diameter candles

Although electricity has relegated candleholders to decorative use, interior designers continue to favour candelabra for their cosy light and eye-catching appearance. Josef Frank modernized the classic...

A rare three-armed candelabra designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Markaryd Sweden, 1950s. Polished brass and hand blown clear glass shades, model 'L 67'.  

Set of candelabras designed by Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall in the 1950s. Made in brass with six arms. Original condition with patina. Marked on bottom.

Gunnar Ander was an industrial designer and architect, and one of the brightest stars of 20th-century Swedish metal, wood, and glass design. His most well-known models are the innovative designs for Ystad Metall, such as this unique pair of candle holders. His designs are represented in numerous museums in Sweden. This branched candle holder, or ‘ljusstake’ in Swedish, is a modern interpretation of the classic candlestick that was once found in most Swedish homes. The versatile shapes and forms of this model come alive thanks to the modern materials and the colour choice. The black lacquered metal structure is composed of 6 asymmetrical arms that share the same curve except for the central pair that are perfectly straight. The arms connect at the base in the middle and are wrapped by a sculptural brass piece. This creates a neat, seemingly gravity defying visual effect. The candles’ cups are made of brass that stand out beautifully against the black structure. The cups are formed so that the dripping wax is caught inside of them, similarly to chambersticks. Arranged carefully at different heights, the cups make the design dynamic and quite organic as well. With home improvements...

Pair of Swedish Modernist candelabra by Gunnar Ander. Produced by Lindshammar Glasbruk in Sweden. The base of the candle-holders in clear glass, the shades in red glass (the red is...

Set of four wall candelabras in brass and glass. Made in Sweden 1950s.