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Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

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
Pair of Brass and Glass Candle Holders by Bijørn Wiinblad
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1970’s Pair of solid brass and glass candle holders by Bijørn Wiinblad for Bambercer. They are marked Exclusively for Bambercer. New hurricanes glass shades. The brass is not lacq...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

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Brass

Pair of Walnut and Pewter Candlesticks by Paul Evans and Phillip Powell
Located in Toledo, OH
Pair of Walnut and Pewter Candlesticks by Paul Evans and Phillip Powell. circa 1950s. A design from Designer's Inc, an early collaboration between Paul Evans and Phillip Lloyd Powell...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

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Pewter

Pair of Large Brass Japanese Candlesticks on a Round Scalloped Base and Top
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Fabulous pair of large brass candlesticks on a round scalloped base. Tall form with scalloped base and upper part underneath of the candle pro...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

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Brass

Set of 3 Candle Holders by Markku Salo 'Attr.' for Iittala, 1970s
Located in London, GB
Markku Salo (attributed) for IIttala, c. 1970 Candle holders, set of 3 Clear pressed glass Excellent condition Dimensions, each approx..: Height 7...
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1970s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

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Blown Glass

A Set of 3 Italian Modern "Scavo" Glass Candlesticks, Cenedese
Located in Queens, NY
A Set of 3 Italian Modern "Scavo" Glass Candlesticks, Cenedese
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

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Glass

Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Cobalt Blue Murano Glass Candlesticks, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of cobalt blue Murano glass candlesticks Designed by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Produced by Archimede Seguso Italy, Circa 1970s Measures: 2.5"W x 2.5"D x 8"H....
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

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Murano Glass

Set of Ten Swedish 'Liljan' Brass Candleholders by Ystad
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Five pairs of "Liljan" brass candleholders by Ivar Ålenius Björk. Though identical in size, each pair differs slightly in patina and branding (likely based on production period varia...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Pair Tall Murano Candlesticks
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a stunning large pair of Murano candlesticks in the style of Memphis Milano, a design group founded and headed by Ettore Sottsass that was active between 1980 and 1987. The w...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Blown Glass

1970s Sweden Kosta Boda Ice Glass Candle Holder Goran Warff
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s Sweden Kosta Boda Polar Ice Art Glass Votive Candle Holder by Goran Warff 3.25 h x 4 diameter Preowned original vintage condition See all images provided.
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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Art Glass

Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Lorin Marsh Murano Clear Swirl Lucite Candlesticks
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful set of three Mid-Century Modern Lorin Marsh Murano clear swirl Lucite with brass base and top candlesticks.
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Pair of Teak and Steel Candleholders by Digsmed Designs
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of teak and steel candleholders by Digsmed Designs, circa 1960s. They are made in Denmark and support a six .25" tapered candles per holder. Classic Mid-Century Modern look! #11...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Steel

Engraved Orrefors Molded Crystal Flower Candle Holders Erika Lagerbielke, Six
Located in Miami, FL
Set of six clear molded crystal flower candle holders designed by Erika Lagerbielke and made by Orrefors Sweden. Engraved at the base, Orrefors. Each...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Crystal

Set of 2 modernist organic candlesticks
Located in Vosselaar, BE
Elegant pair of tulip shaped candlestickholders. Made in a midcentury modernist organic style from fine hardwood. Beautifully turned showing the grain and a warm color patina.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Wood

Signed Cenedese Tall Murano Black Scavo Glass and Gold Leaf Candlestick Holder
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Signed vintage midcentury black scavo glass candlestick holder attributed to Antonio da Ros for Cenedese Vetri Murano glass with gold leaf inclusions in collector's condition. Made o...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Murano Glass

Tommi Parzinger Candle Holder
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century brass adjustable 6 light Candle Holder (Tommi Parzinger)
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Hans Agne Jakobsson Brass Candle Holders, Set of 6
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Set of 6 small candle holders designer by Hans Agne Jakobsson, circa 1950s. This set includes 6 brass examples. Additionally there is original packaging present which would have held...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Pair of swedish grace candlesticks in gilded metal Scandinavian
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Pair of 60's Swedish Grace candlesticks. Gilded metal structure with mermaid decoration on each branch. Very fine vintage condition, with a beautiful patina of age on the metal. Manu...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

Pair of Bronze Circular Candelabra for Six Candles
Located in London, GB
Pair of organic bronze cast candelabras form a circle of six alternating candles with original patina. They will make great sculptural decoration on the...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Bronze

Vintage DANSK 16" White Tiny Taper Candles Set of 12 in Box
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Dansk 16" White Color Tiny Taper Candles Set of 12 in Original Box. These hard to find Dansk tiny taper candles are in great shape. "DANSK design with light". Mid Century Dan...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Earthenware

Set of Four Solid Brass and Glass Hurricane Candles Holders by Bijørn Wiinblad
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Beautiful set of four hurricane candle holders designed by renowned Danish designer Bijorn Wiinblad. Constructed of solid brass and glass. In original vintage condition, they show m...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Set of Two Burl Wood Candleholders
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Set of two burl wood candleholders. Measures: Large is 18 " diameter and 5 " tall Small is 12 " diameter and 4 " tall Holds up to 4.5 " diameter candles.
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Don Shoemaker Candlestick for Senal, Mexico
Located in San Francisco, CA
Don Shoemaker design solid rosewood carved candlestick in the shape of a women's arm and hand. Elegant design by Don Shoemaker for his company Senal, Mexico. In very good original co...
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1960s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Blenko Clear Glass Candleholders, a Pair
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Vintage pair of puck shaped glass candleholders by Blenko. Handmade from solid glass, slightly different in size. Manufacurer: Blenko Origin: USA Year: 1960s Syle: Mid-Ce...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

‘Stellaria’ Candle Tealight Holder by Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala, 1970s
Located in London, GB
Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala, c. 1970 ‘Stellaria’ candle tealight holder Clear textured glass Excellent condition Dimensions, approx..: Diameter 10.5cm, height 6.5cm, weight 2...
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1970s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Blown Glass

Four Mid Century Sterling Silver Double Branch Candlesticks by J. Tostrup Norway
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This set of four double branch sterling candlesticks were made in the period and style of Mid-Century Modern and are signed by J. Tostrup of Norway. Each candlestick has a black enam...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Sterling Silver

Modern Pair Lorin Marsh Murano Clear Silver Flake Art Glass Seguso Candlesticks
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Modern Pair Of Lorin Marsh Murano Clear & Silver Flake Art Glass Candlesticks In The Manner And Style Of Seguso / Barovier & Toso. They Are Signed, Difficult Making Out T...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Huge Seguso Vetri d'Arte White Scavo Murano Glass Candlestick Holder Candelabra
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Monumental, large and elegant vintage Italian 21 inch tall 'a Scavo' white colored / coloured glass Candelabra or candlestick holder / stand by Seguso Vetri d'Arte Murano, Italy. Ele...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Set of Three Triangular Acrylic Candlesticks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning mid-century Trio of candlesticks - perfect for the table, mantle, in any room!
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Acrylic

Bohemian Czech Art Glass Ice Cube Candle Holder by Rudolf Jurnikl
Located in Chicago, IL
Designed by Rudolf Jurnikl for Rudolfova in 1965, these pressed glass cubes are a design classic that catch and throw light beautifully. Shaped as a cube, all the sides are dimpled....
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Crystal

Vintage Ehlen Johansson Red Decorative Candle Holder
Located in Seattle, WA
This listing is for a single red decorative candle holder, possibly metal, by designer Ehlén Johansson. A great vintage design from Sweden from the 90's. This piece has nice patina a...
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1990s Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

Pair of Bronze and Glass Candlesticks in the Style of Fontana Arte
Located in Brussels, BE
Pair of bronze and Glass Candlesticks in the Style of Fontana Arte
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Bronze

Mid Century Pair of Mixed Metal Sculptural Candlesticks or Candelabras
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Standout pair of vintage candlesticks or candelabras with a sculptural form crafted in mixed metals having aluminum candle cups over copper and brass bobeches on hammered iron stands...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

Vintage Brass Candlesticks, 1960s, Set of 7
Located in KUTNO, PL
The set of vintage brass candlesticks is an elegant proposal that catches the eye with its timeless aesthetics and nobility of the material. The brass from which they are made gives ...
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Pair of Signed St. Louis Crystal Sculptural Green & Clear Candlesticks
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This pair of graduated sculptural crystal candlesticks were made by the renowned St. Louis Crystal factory of France in approximately 1965 in the period Mid-Century Modern style. The...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Crystal

Murano Amber and "Avventurina" Glass Pair of Candlesticks
Located in Austin, TX
Murano glass pair of candlesticks with "avventurina" glass columns and rings, deep amber tops and bases signed Davide Dona Murano.
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Gold Leaf

Tommi Parzinger Pair of Candelabra in Polished Nickel 1950s (Signed)
Located in New York, NY
Pair of elegant candelabra in polished nickel, each holding 1 candle, each engraved with radiating lines, by Tommi Parzinger for Mueck-Cary, American 1950’s (signed on bottom “Mueck-...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Nickel

Mid-Century Chrome Ball & Steel Based Candlesticks with Cobalt Blue Accents
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This pair of Mid-Century Modern candlesticks were made by the Chase & Co. of the United States in approximately 1969. The candlesticks are done in metal with a combination of a chrom...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

Claudia Candlestick By Hans Agne Jakobsson
Located in PARIS, FR
Claudia candlestick designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson (a pair available, price per item). Produced by his company, Hans-Agne Jakobsson A.B., these candlesticks are made of solid brass ...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Vintage Boho Brass Candlesticks - A Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Elevate your ambiance with this handsome pair of vintage brass candlesticks. Featuring a classic, stately silhouette with turned details and a substantial octagonal base, these candl...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Snake possibly brass Candle Holder with Ornate floral patina
Located in Seattle, WA
Possibly Brass in material, not Confirmed. Depicting a Snake adorned with ornate floral detail and patina. Vintage Condition as pictured. Listing is for described item only. Box H3 ...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

Hans-Agne Jakobsson Brass Candle Holder, 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Hans-Agne Jakobsson brass candle holder from the 1960s exemplifies sleek Scandinavian design, featuring a harmonious blend of form and material. Its minimalist elegance and atten...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Pair of Brass Mid-Century Modern Candleholders, circa 1960
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful pair of Mid-Century Modern brass candelabra or candleholders. These candelabras each hold seven candles that are supported by a sleek...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Vintage Crystal Set of 4 Candlesticks, Germany
Located in Bastogne, BE
These candlesticks are made of high-quality crystal a whole work of art. Burning candle installed in the Nachtman candlestick evokes romantic tender feelings in a person. And th...
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Crystal

Glazed Yellow and Green Ceramic Candelier with Lemon Motifs
Located in Ibiza, Spain
This glazed ceramic candelier is meticulously handcrafted, featuring motifs inspired by southern Italy. Each piece exemplifies traditional craftsmanship and cultural heritage, makin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Ceramic

Candle holders Pietro Chiesa
Located in London, GB
Pair of candle holders by Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte c1940s
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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Chodzież Porcelain Candleholder
Located in Chorzów, PL
A porcelain candleholder from the Chodziez Company, created after 1964. Size: Height 15 cm Width 23 cm.
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1960s Polish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Hand Wrought Modernist Candle Stick Holders Marked J. Swoboda Austria
Located in Ferndale, MI
Pair of asymmetrical table top wrought steel candle holders. Hand wrought sculptural steel bases support steel cups for candles. Ball feet cap each end. Bot...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Danish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks by Jens Quistgaard
Located in Genarp, SE
Danish mid-century candleholders in silver plated bras by Jens Quistgaard. The candleholders are a rare model not often found and a beautiful examples of midcentury design. The c...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Silver, Brass

Glass Clear Candlestick, Poland, 1970s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Clear candlestick, Poland Produced in 1970-1980s. Measures: height 22cm diameter 7,5cm.
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1970s Polish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Glass

1950's Set of Two Danish Just Andersen Disco Metal Candlesticks
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of two Danish Just Andersen disco metal candle holders produced by Just Andersen A/S in the 1940 - 50's. The candle holders are in good vint...
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1940s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal, Pewter

20th century Two Set Brass Candlesticks Trumpet Shape
Located in Madrid, ES
Set of four brass candlesticks, can be sold as a set of two or all four, trumpet-shaped design. ​
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Vintage Italian Mid Century Murano Glass Candlesticks
Located in San Francisco, CA
An elegant pair of candles holders in Venetian Murano hand blown glass, decorated with 24 karat gold flecks. Beautiful quality and in...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Glass

Pair of Silver Serpent Candlesticks in Mid-Century Modern Style from 1954
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1954 Finnish silver serpent candlesticks, coiled serpent base and sconce rising from snakes mouth, measuring 4 inches in height, weighing 9...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Silver

Crawford Sterling Silver and Malachite Candlesticks in Mid-Century Modern Style
Located in New York, NY
English pair of hand-hammered sterling silver and malachite candlesticks by acclaimed silversmith Crawford. These elegant and well-proportioned candlesticks in Mid-Century Modern sty...
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20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Malachite, Silver, Sterling Silver

Pair of Empire Bronze 5 Light Candle Sticks
Located in Pasadena, CA
Pair of Empire Bronze 5 Light Candle Sticks. The candle sticks are capped off by a floral designed candle holder. The center design is that of a urn with birds at the sides. The bott...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Porcelain Candlesticks, France
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pair of candelabra in porcelain, signed Decor Main, Dieppe Fait. Main, France.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Porcelain, Pottery

Pair of Pierre Forsell Aniara Brass Candle Holders Skultuna Sweden 1960s
Located in Basel, BS
Pair of ‚Aniara‘ candle holders by Pierre Forsell for Skultuna, Sweden, 1960s. Hand-crafted of solid brass with a heavy brass base, all parts in great condition with minimal wear. ...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Walnut Candleholder, 1960s Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
The tripod candleholder was made of walnut and shows seven holes for small candles. This piece was designed circa 1960. The candleholder is in very good condition.
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Walnut

Mid-century Modern candlesticks for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern candlesticks 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 candlesticks 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 candlesticks 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 candlesticks, popular names associated with this style include Tommi Parzinger, Jens Quistgaard, Dansk Designs, and Iittala. 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 candlesticks differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $28 and tops out at $43,358 while the average work can sell for $723.

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