Modern Candlesticks
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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Tiered Structure Black Skyline Candle Light in Iroko Wood by Arno Declercq
Located in Geneve, CH
Black skyline candle light in iroko wood by Arno Declercq
Dimensions: D 40 x W 80 x H 20 cm
Materials: Burned and oiled African walnut
Arno Declercq
Belgian designer and art de...
Category
2010s Belgian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Wood
Pampaloni of Florence Italian Modernist Silver Candlestick
By Pampaloni
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A exceptional quality and heavy gauge Italian silver modernist twin candlestick by Pampaloni of Florence with London silver import marks for 2003. The candlestick stands on thick flat rounded base with a narrow rounded column stem supporting a undulating asymmetrical silver strip mounted with two rounded candle sconces...
Category
Early 2000s European Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Silver
Vertigo Short and Tall Black Onyx Stone Candleholders
By AIREDELSUR
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
Measures: 6.6" x 2.9" x 2.9"
9.4" x 3.5" x 3.5"
A composition of onyx with alpaca metal. Inspired by the pure and essential lines of a structure of soli...
Category
2010s Argentine Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Stone, Onyx, Metal
Votive Holder in Pink Quartz Classic
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Indulge in the captivating allure of Kathryn McCoy's Rock Crystal Collection, a masterpiece that seamlessly blends nature's raw beauty with exquisite craftsmanship. Available in vari...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Quartz, Rock Crystal
Pair of American Modern Georgian Sterling Silver Candlesticks
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Modern Georgian sterling silver candlesticks. Made by Towle Silversmiths in Newburyport, Mass., ca 1940. Each: Elongated baluster socket with flat rim on baluster shaft. Rais...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Sterling Silver
Votive Holder in Amethyst Classic
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Indulge in the captivating allure of Kathryn McCoy's Rock Crystal Collection, a masterpiece that seamlessly blends nature's raw beauty with exquisite craftsmanship. Available in vari...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Amethyst, Rock Crystal
$860 / item
Vertigo Short and Tall Bordeaux Onyx Stone Candleholders
By AIREDELSUR
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
Measures: 6.6" x 2.9" x 2.9"
9.4" x 3.5" x 3.5"
A composition of onyx with alpaca metal. Inspired by the pure and essential lines of a structure of solid stones, with a vertigo sta...
Category
2010s Argentine Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Stone, Onyx, Metal
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 Candlesticks
Materials
Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gold, Brass
Set of 3, Constantin Candle Holders, Circles by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Constantin Candle Holder Set Round by Colé Italia with Agustina Bottoni
Dimensions: H.30 D.7 W.7 cm
Materials: Ia- RN - Round; brushed solid oak wood and brass
IIa - RT - Cross; b...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Pair of Candlesticks with Iris Design, Gilt Metal, Patina and Marble Base.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of candlesticks with iris design, gilt metal, patina and marble base.
Pair of contemporary candlesticks with iris design, gilt metal, patinated and marble base, 20th century.
...
Category
20th Century French Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Marble, Metal
Set of Contemporary Dark Berry European Sculptural Candlesticks by Margit Wittig
Located in London, GB
Margit Wittig has used her sculptural skills to create beautifully-crafted, well-proportioned candlesticks, which are compositions of her unique signature pearl-shaped designs.
Each...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Block & Pearl Sculpted Contemporary Pink Candlestick Set by Margit Wittig
Located in London, GB
UK customers please note: displayed prices do not include VAT.
Margit Wittig has used her sculptural skills to create beautifully-crafted, well-proportioned candlesticks, which ar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Sons of Brass Candle Holder Hurricane, Smoke
By Design By Us
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Brass and glass put together is a beautiful combination. This small candle holder hurricanes a sculpted glass fop and vibrant marble base which will will bring a glowing cozy atmosph...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Marble, Brass
$119 / item
Vertigo Flat 2 and 3 Candles, Black Onyx Stone Candleholder
By AIREDELSUR
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
Measures: 6.6" x 2.9" x 2.9"
9.4" x 3.5" x 3.5"
A composition of onyx with alpaca metal. Inspired by the pure and essential lines of a structure of so...
Category
2010s Argentine Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Stone, Onyx, Metal
European Contemporary Red Sculptural Candlesticks by Margit Wittig
Located in London, GB
Margit Wittig has used her sculptural skills to create beautifully-crafted, well-proportioned contemporary candlesticks, which are compositio...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Sons of Brass Candle Holder Hurricane, Opal
By Design By Us
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Brass and glass put together is a beautiful combination. This small candle holder hurricanes a sculpted glass fop and vibrant marble base which will will bring a glowing cozy atmosph...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Marble, Brass
$119 / item
Votive Holder in Galena Classic
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Indulge in the captivating allure of Kathryn McCoy's Rock Crystal Collection, a masterpiece that seamlessly blends nature's raw beauty with exquisite craftsmanship. Available in vari...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Rock Crystal
$1,120 / item
Votive Holder in Galena Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Indulge in the captivating allure of Kathryn McCoy's Rock Crystal Collection, a masterpiece that seamlessly blends nature's raw beauty with exquisite craftsmanship. Available in vari...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Rock Crystal
$1,610 / item
Pair of Low Candlesticks with Iris Design, Gilt and Patinated Metal.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of low candlesticks with iris design, gilt and patinated metal.
Pair of contemporary low candlesticks with iris design in gilt and patinated metal, 20th century.
Candlestick: ...
Category
20th Century French Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Metal
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 Candlesticks
Materials
Rock Crystal, Gold Plate, Bronze
Black Granite & Brass Candle Holders by Maitland
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980’s Large glamorous black granite column candle holders with brass detailing by Maitland Smith.
Constructed of wood covered with black granite and brass detailing.
In beautiful ...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Granite, Brass
$2,200 / set
Votive Holder in Celestite Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Indulge in the captivating allure of Kathryn McCoy's Rock Crystal Collection, a masterpiece that seamlessly blends nature's raw beauty with exquisite craftsmanship. Available in vari...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Rock Crystal
$1,610 / item
Karl Springer Set of 3 Unique Candle Holders in Lucite, 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Unique set of 3 artisan candle holders in tinted and textured lucite designed to look like hand-blown scavo glass by Karl Springer, American 1980's. These were done as prototypes.
...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Lucite
Votive Holder in Amethyst Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Indulge in the captivating allure of Kathryn McCoy's Rock Crystal Collection, a masterpiece that seamlessly blends nature's raw beauty with exquisite craftsmanship. Available in vari...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Amethyst, Rock Crystal
$1,540 / item
Pair of Modernist Handblown Murano Smoked Glass Candlesticks with 24-Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
This stunning pair of candlesticks were realized in Murano, Italy- the island off the coast of Venice renowned for centuries for its superlative glass production. They feature subtly...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Gold
Votive Holder in Pyrite Classic
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Indulge in the captivating allure of Kathryn McCoy's Rock Crystal Collection, a masterpiece that seamlessly blends nature's raw beauty with exquisite craftsmanship. Available in vari...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Pyrite, Rock Crystal
$860 / item
Pair Signed Arie Ofir Israeli Sterling Silver & Anodized Aluminum Candlesticks
By Arie Ofir
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of signed Modernist silver candlesticks.
By Arie Ofir.
In sterling silver with anodized aluminum central candle holders.
B...
Category
20th Century Israeli Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Aluminum, Sterling Silver
Votive Holder in Smoky Quartz Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Indulge in the captivating allure of Kathryn McCoy's Rock Crystal Collection, a masterpiece that seamlessly blends nature's raw beauty with exquisite craftsmanship. Available in vari...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Quartz, Rock Crystal
$1,295 / item
Contemporary Modern, Esnaf Navy Candle Holders, Set of 2
By DAY Studio
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Esnaf collection is inspired by the ever-curios carts and tools of street vendors of Istanbul. The collection takes its cues from the colorful and quirky geometric compositions of t...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Sheet Metal
$81 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Set of 3 Exquise Baccarat items, Sky Blue Crystal, France
By Baccarat
Located in Rijssen, NL
Glorifying the effects of refracted light for 170 years, the iconic Baccarat pieces are well-know over the world.
A crystal masterpiece set of exceptional proportions, the set cryst...
Category
1990s French Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Crystal
Tealight Candle Holder "Sfär Matt Green" in Glass and Glazed Porcelain
Located in Stockholm, SE
Sfär is a tealight holder composed of three parts. A two-part spherical shape in porcelain made in the porcelain factory in Lidköping, Sweden. A sheet of glass in between that is wat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Porcelain, Glass, Cut Glass
Ghidini 1961 Omini the Walkman Tall Candlestick in Brass by Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Candleholder in brass
Omini is a family of products that plays on the inclusion and the relationship between the human figure with a series of monolithic objects from geometric and ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Ghidini 1961 Omini the Lazy Climber Candlestick in Brass by Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Candlesholder in brass
Omini is a family of products that plays on the inclusion and the relationship between the human figure with a series of monolithic objects from geometric and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Luna Handmade Blown Glass Candleholder Designed by Aldo Cibic
By Aldo Cibic
Located in Milan, IT
Luna is a handmade transparent candle stick in mouth blown glass designed by Aldo Cibic, it is available in three different sizes. This piece is a timeless object whose curvy Silhoue...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Blown Glass
Pair of Modernist Cut Steel Candle Holders
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice pair of Modernist cut steel candle holders, circa 1970s. The set is in very good vintage condition and measures 5"D x 4"H and holds a 1"D candle. Very attractive set! #3359
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Cut Steel
Pair of Dahlia Candlesticks, Gilded Metal, Contemporary Work.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Dahlia candlesticks, gilded metal, contemporary work.
Pair of Dahlia candleholders, made from gilded metal.
This collection evokes the essence of romance, complexity and op...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Metal
Murano Glass Pair of Candlesticks by Alberto Donà
By Alberto Donà
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Murano glass pair of candlesticks by Alberto Donà, both signed.
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Glass
Butterfly Ginkgo Candlesticks, Long Model made from Oxidised Nickel-plated Brass
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Butterfly Ginkgo candlesticks, long model - made from high quality natural and oxidised nickel-plated brass.
Introducing the exquisite Butterfly Ginkgo candleholder, long model, cra...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Ghidini 1961 Omini the Thinker Short Candlestick in Brass by Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
candleholder in brass
Omini is a family of products that plays on the inclusion and the relationship between the human figure with a series of monolithic objects from geometric and ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Thomas Roy Markusen Pair of Large Modernist Candleholders
Located in Miami, FL
Never used, American Modernist pair of handcrafted candleholders in nickeled copper, created by famed metal-smith Thomas Roy Markusen in 1980 in the United States. These unique pair ...
Category
20th Century American Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Copper
$2,400 Sale Price / set
50% Off
Ghidini 1961 Omini the Climber Short Candlestick in Brass by Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Candleholder in brass.
Omini is a family of products that plays on the inclusion and the relationship between the human figure with a series of monolithic objects from geometric and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Ghidini 1961 Omini the Climber Tall Candlestick in Brass by Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Candleholder in brass
Omini is a family of products that plays on the inclusion and the relationship between the human figure with a series of monolithic objects from geometric and ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Ghidini 1961 Omini the Diver Tall Candlestick in Brass by Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Candleholder in brass
Omini is a family of products that plays on the inclusion and the relationship between the human figure with a series of monolithic objects from geometric and ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Ghidini 1961 Omini the Thinker Tall Candlestick in Brass by Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Candleholder in brass
Omini is a family of products that plays on the inclusion and the relationship between the human figure with a series of monolithic objects from geometric and ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Ghidini 1961 Omini the Walkman Tall Candlestick in Polished Brass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This delightful polished brass tall candlestick is a creative accent for any modern interior. The streamlined design features a flat base and a long co...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Serpentine Candlestand in Copper & White Bronze by Robert Kuo
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Serpentine Candlestand
Copper
White Bronze
Hand Repoussé
Limited Edition
Each piece is individually crafted and is unique.
Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorati...
Category
2010s Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze, Copper
Pair of Albert Paley Blossom Candlesticks
By Albert Paley
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of blossom candlesticks by Albert Paley Studio. Forged and blackened steel with brass. Signed and dated [Albert Paley 1994].
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass, Steel
$6,930 / set
Val Saint Lambert Belgian Crystal Candlesticks, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of crystal candlesticks
By Val St. Lambert (signed at the base)
Belgium, Late 20th Century
Measures: 4.25"W x 4.25"D x 9.38"H.
Very good original vintage condition.
Category
Late 20th Century Belgian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Crystal
Pair of Candlesticks with White Orchid Design, Silver Plated.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of candlesticks with white orchid design, silver plated.
Pair of contemporary candlesticks with white orchid design in silver-plated metal, 20th century.
Enhance your ambience ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Silver Plate
Japanese Modern LAAB Tamu Set of 2 Candle Holders Raku Ceramic Black Green
By LAAB Milano
Located in monza, Monza and Brianza
Tamu candle holders
A metallic effect cover these two tall candle holders so masterfully crafted that these pieces have a mirror effect along their ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Ceramic
Fiamma High Blown Glass Candlestick Designed by Aldo Cibic
By Aldo Cibic
Located in Milan, IT
Fiamma is an elegant candle holder in blown glass consisting of two elements: a tapered and slim base on which a cylindrical lampshade lays. Fiamma, designed by Aldo Cibic, is availa...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Blown Glass
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 Candlesticks
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Sons of Marble Candle Holder, Small
By Design By Us
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sons of Marble is a series of candleholders made of deep black marble, all with brass detailing. Sons of Marble are made to create a cosy atmosphere and can be mixed in different siz...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Marble, Brass
$71 / item
Pair of Modern, Heavy Brass Candlesticks by Lars Bergsten for Gusum 1985, signed
Located in Salzburg, AT
Pair of purist candleholders in solid brass, designed by Lars Bergsten for Gusum - Metallslöjden (metalworking company), Sweden.
Designed by the talented Lars Bergsten, these candle...
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Pair of Metal Candlesticks by Vincent Darré & Monoprix.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of metal candlesticks by Vincent Darré & Monoprix.
Pair of metal candlesticks by Vincent Darré for Monoprix, 21st century.
H: 51cm, D: 14cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Metal
Exquisite Jay Strongwater Tall Undulating Leaves Enameled Metal Candleholder
Located in Tustin, CA
Exquisite Jay Strongwater Tall Undulating Leaves Enameled Metal Candleholder
Very large, elegant, leaf motif candleholder from the Jay Strongwate...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Metal, Enamel
Pair of "Luise" Silver-Plated Candlesticks by Lambert, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Pair of "Luise" Silver-Plated Candlesticks by Lambert, 1960s
This elegant pair of candlesticks was produced in the 1960s by the renowned German design house Lambert. The "Luise" mod...
Category
1960s German Vintage Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Metal
Ghidini 1961 Omini the Diver Short Candlestick in Polished Brass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This delightful polished brass short candlestick is a creative accent for any modern interior. Ideal for displaying tall dinner candles, the Minimalist design is marked by a bulbed bobeche with a wide rim supported by a short column and a flat base. A small figurine stands...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
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...
Category
2010s French Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass, Steel
$2,332 / item
Toosh Incense Holder – Colorful Contemporary Cast Silicone Incense Burner
By beeep
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Meet Toosh: a cheeky twist on the classic incense holder, crafted from flexible, heat-resistant silicone. Unbreakable and full of personality, it blends effortlessly into any interio...
Category
2010s American Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Silicone
Modern candlesticks for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique 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, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, stone and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern candlesticks made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original candlesticks, popular names associated with this style include Dan Yeffet, Ghidini 1961, Stefano Giovannoni, and AIREDELSUR. 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 $39 and tops out at $32,954 while the average work can sell for $750.