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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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.
Jens Quistgaard pair of cast iron and brass candlesticks for Dansk .Denmark
By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great design in this pair of cast iron candlesticks by Jens Quistgaard , by Dansk, marked JHQ plus Denmark .
Iron
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...
Crystal
Crystal Balls Colorful Candleholder, Made in Italy
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
A unique piece Crystal candleholder made in Venice Colorful and bright this candleholder will make your table spark.
Crystal
Pair of Orchid Candleholders, Crafted in Brass and White Enamel.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Orchid Candleholders, crafted in brass and white enamel. Be seduced by the beauty of this pair of orchid-shaped candleholders, carefully crafted in brass to symbolise purity...
Brass, Enamel
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. ...
Marble, Metal
Japanese Modern LAAB Stelo Wake Set of 2 Candle Holders Raku Ceramic White Green
By LAAB Milano
Located in monza, Monza and Brianza
Stelo Wake Candle Holders Turquoise and crackle' effect are the main colors of these candle holders but the black and burnt effect is present on both the outside of the pieces and...
Ceramic
Candle Snuffer, Made from Silver, Gold and Patinated Metal, Contemporary Work.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Candle snuffer, made from silver, gold and patinated metal, contemporary work. A delicate and artistic candle snuffer, designed to extinguish candles with grace. Made from silver, g...
Metal
Hände Hoch Candleholder by Jakub Berdych, Brass & Porcelain Design
Located in Prague, CZ
The beautiful candlestick from the Hände Hoch collection from the Qubus studio by Jakub Berdych Karpelis will add a warm touch of gentle style to your romantic dinner or evening drin...
Brass
Pair of Spanish Brass Candleholders by David Marshall, 1970s
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of hand-cast candleholders by David Marshall, dating to the 1970s. The aluminum stems rise from softly rounded bases and are accented with asymmetrical brass inlays that wrap ...
Metal, Brass
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 ...
Silver Plate
$250 / item
Large Raíz Candlestick by Ana Tron
Located in Geneve, CH
Large Raíz Candlestick by Ana Tron Dimensions: Ø 11 x H 45 cm Materials: Recycled paper. Candles not included. Ana Tron is an interior designer and an imperfect environmentalist. R...
Paper
Enrique Garcel Tessellated Bone Shell Lacquer Brown Brass Candleholders
Located in New York, NY
Enrique Garcel tesselated bone shell lacquer brown brass candleholders, 1970 1980. Four candleholders that each have a different type of organic materia...
Brass
Tiffany & Co. Clear Crystal Candlesticks, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of crystal candlesticks By Tiffany & Co. (signed at the base) USA, Late 20th Century Each measures: 5.38"W x 4.63"D x 11"H. Very good original vintage condition.
Crystal
Contemporary Burnt Iroko Wood Goblet Vase with Geometric Base by Arno Declercq
Located in Geneve, CH
Babel vase by Arno Declercq Dimensions: W 32 x L 32 x H 65 cm Materials: burned and waxed oak Arno Declercq Belgian designer and art dealer who makes bespoke objects with pass...
Wood
Contemporary Brass Trio Candle Holder by Henry Wilson, Silver or Gold Finish
By Henry Wilson
Located in Geneve, CH
Brass Trio Candle Holder by Henry Wilson Dimensions: D 18 x H 3 cm Materials: Brass Trio holds three candles in a solid, hand poured, brass form. Trio candleholder is manufactured...
Brass
$226 / item
Medium Candela Candlestick by Ana Tron
Located in Geneve, CH
Medium Candela Candlestick by Ana Tron Dimensions: Ø 11 x H 33 cm Materials: Recycled paper, varnished with fire-retardant varnish. Includes a round candle. Ana Tron is an interior ...
Paper
Brass Candle Holder, Tiruppur Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Brass Candle Holder, Tiruppur Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle holder in brass. Handmade in India. Unfurling ceaselessly, India discovers its eternal muse in the realm ...
Brass
$190 / item
Small Candela Candlestick by Ana Tron
Located in Geneve, CH
Small Candela Candlestick by Ana Tron Dimensions: Ø 11 x H 21 cm Materials: Recycled paper, varnished with fire-retardant varnish. Includes a round candle. Ana Tron is an interior d...
Paper
Spring in Kashmir Tea Light Holder Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Spring in Kashmir Tea Light Holder Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal Springtime is a special season of rebirth, and no less in the pristine valley of Kashmir where verdant, lush ...
Brass
Brass Almendres Candle Holder by Henry Wilson
By Henry Wilson
Located in Geneve, CH
Brass Almendres Candle Holder by Henry Wilson Dimensions: D 11 x H 3 cm Materials: Brass Almendres candleholder is a solid, hand poured brass form with an almond shaped profile. Almendres candleholder is manufactured in small batches, slight variations will occur from piece to piece. Production marks may...
Brass
Tiffany & Co. Clear Crystal Candlesticks, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of crystal candlesticks By Tiffany & Co. (signed at the base) USA, Late 20th Century Each measures: 4.25"W x 3.75"D x 9.25"H. Very good original vintage condition.
Crystal
Vintage Never Used Set Val St Lambert Crystal BEAULIEU Candleholders Belgium 70s
Located in Miami, FL
Never used, Set of 3 Beaulieu Pattern Crystal Candlesticks from Val St. Lambert, Belgium. Purchased at Brussels Airport in late 1970s and have remained in their original boxes. Eleg...
Crystal
Set of 3 Small Jasmine Scented Ceramic Candles by Hatsu
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 3 Small Jasmine Scented Ceramic Candles by Hatsu. Dimensions: W 7.1 x D 7.1 x H 8.9 cm Materials: Ceramic, Scented wax. The Hatsu Ceramic Candle series is a dialogue between ...
Ceramic
European Studio Ceramicist, Tealight Candle Holder Shaped like the Moon
Located in København, Copenhagen
European studio ceramicist. Tealight candle holder shaped like the moon in glazed ceramics. Beautiful marbled glaze in orange and mother of pe...
Ceramic
24k Gold Arbor 4 Piece-Set of Candlesticks by Studio Palatin
Located in Geneve, CH
24K gold Arbor 4 piece-set of candlesticks by Studio Palatin Handcrafted, Limited Edition Dimensions: H 10/15/19/25.5 cm Materials: 24K gilding,...
Gold, Bronze
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
Cut Steel
Emilia Castillo Taxco Fish Candle Holder Silver Plate Turquoise Eyes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Striking sculptural fish-form candle holder designed by renowned Taxco silversmith Emilia Castillo, crafted in silver plate with turquoise cabochon eyes, Mexico, circa 1980s. This e...
Silver, Silver Plate, Brass
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...
Metal
Brass Candle Holder, Kikar Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Brass Candle Holder, Kikar Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle holder in brass. Handmade in India. This brass candle holder is an exploration of light, form, and considere...
Brass
Brass Candelabra, Spring in Kashmir Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Brass Candelabra, Spring in Kashmir Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candelabra in brass. Handmade in India. Springtime is a special season of rebirth, and no less in the pris...
Brass
Maritime, Nautical Adjustable Candlesticks by Peter Seidelin Jessen, Delite
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A set of height-adjustable candleholders for regular sized candles. Designed by the danish engineer Peter Seidelin Jessen for his own company Delite during the 1980s or 90s. They are...
Brass, Stainless Steel
$1,048 / item
Homage to Memphis Movement, Candleholder
Located in Geneve, CH
Homage to Memphis Movement, candleholder Measures: D15 x W55 x H131.5 cm Plated metal coated with glossy pink copper finish Base in ash veneer painted in matte blue indigo Pari...
Metal
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...
Brass
Felix Agostini Modernist Gilt Bronze Candelabra, Candle-holder Candlestick
Located in Atlanta, GA
The bold sophistication of this exceptional modern bronze candlestick is a striking tribute to the sculptural elegance reminiscent of Felix Agostini's work. Crafted in France circa 1...
Bronze
$297 / item
Large Candela Candlestick by Ana Tron
Located in Geneve, CH
Large Candela Candlestick by Ana Tron Dimensions: Ø 11 x H 45 cm Materials: Recycled paper, varnished with fire-retardant varnish. Includes a round candle. Ana Tron is an interior d...
Paper
Brass Candelabra, Spring in Kashmir Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Brass Candelabra, Spring in Kashmir Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candelabra in brass. Handmade in India. Springtime is a special season of rebirth, and no less in the pris...
Brass
Set of Three Lucite and Brass Candlesticks by Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Glamorous set of three polish brass and lucite candle holders by renowned American designer “Mr Lucite” Charles Hollis Jones. In great condition with minor wear consistent with age...
Brass
Handmade Candle Holder, Himalaya Medium in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Handmade Candle Holder, Himalaya Medium in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle holder in brass. Handmade in India. Perhaps no greater ascent - physically or spiritually - is imagin...
Brass
Lisa Larson for Goebel, a Pair of Rare Candlesticks in Glazed Porcelain
Located in København, Copenhagen
Lisa Larson for Goebel. A pair of rare candlesticks in glazed porcelain. Santa and his wife. Dated 1987. Largest measures: 19 x 12.5 cm. In very good condition. Stamped.
Porcelain
Bronze Candle Holder, Golden Banyan Small, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Bronze Candle Holder, Golden Banyan Small, Viya by Vikram Goyal Candle holder in bronze. Handmade in India. Draped is fluidity cast in bronze, a metamorphosis from textile to objec...
Brass
$488 / item
Leo Candleholder by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Leo candleholder by Fakasaka Design. Dimensions: W 11 cm D 10 cm H 30.5 cm. Materials: dark bronze. Also available in polished bronze. FAKASAKA is a design company focused on ...
Bronze
Dish Candleholder of Cast Bronze, 20th Century, European
Located in London, GB
A simple dish candleholder of cast bronze, raised on three feet, with nice patina. Second half twentieth century, found in Germany. Good vintage condition, with light to mid-brown t...
Bronze, Brass
Handmade Candle Holder, Spring in Kashmir Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Handmade Candle Holder, Spring in Kashmir Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle holder in brass. Handmade in India. Springtime is a special season of rebirth, and no less in...
Brass
Set of 2 Medium Jasmine Scented Ceramic Candles by Hatsu
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Medium Jasmine Scented Ceramic Candles by Hatsu. Dimensions: W 11.4 x D 11.4 x H 8.9 cm Materials: Ceramic, Scented wax. The Hatsu Ceramic Candle series is a dialogue betwe...
Ceramic
$285Sale Price / set|20% Off
German Stainless Steel Minimalist Design Candle Holder set of 9
Located in Rümmingen, BW
Elevate your home decor with our exclusive Stainless Steel Candle holder set, crafted in Germany this set of 9 embodies the iconic design styles of the 80s and 90s. Each piece is han...
Iron
$1,087Sale Price|25% Off
Italian Murano Blue Torchiere Candlestick Holder Table or Floor, Large
By Cenedese
Located in New York, NY
A substantial Italian Murano 'torchiere' art glass candlestick holder, relatively large, Moder style/Postmodern period, made in Italy by Cenedese Vetri, circa late-20th century. A be...
Art Glass, Murano Glass
Handmade Candle Holder, Mohenjo Daro Candle Holder Medium Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Handmade Candle Holder, Mohenjo Daro Candle Holder Medium in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle holder in brass. Handmade in India. Echoes of brass rise from the Indus Valley. Ins...
Brass
$943 / item
Homage to Memphis Movement, Candleholder
Located in Geneve, CH
Homage to Memphis movement, candleholder Measures: D 8.5 x W 15 x H 50 cm Plated metal coated with glossy pink copper finish Base in ash veneer painted in matte dusty pink, yellow...
Metal
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...
Bronze, Copper
Vintage Coastal Silver Plate Palm Tree Candlesticks By Godinger, 1970's Pair Of
By Godinger
Located in North Miami, FL
This charming pair of vintage 1970's silver plate coastal candlesticks are twisted palm trees. Manufactured by Godinger who have been in business for over 50 years. They are in very ...
Silver Plate
Emilia Castillo Porcelain & Pure Silver Angelic Candle Holder, Mexican Design
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A poetic and highly collectible candle holder by renowned Mexican designer Emilia Castillo, handcrafted in Taxco, Mexico—an epicenter of Mexican silversmithing and design innovation....
Sterling Silver
Brass Candle Holder, Spin Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Brass Candle Holder, Spin Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle holder in brass. Handmade in India. Spin, spin, spin – the lattu or the spinning toy, a cherished relic of In...
Brass
Set of 3 Italian Mouth Blown Glass Candle Holders by Aldo Cibic for Paola Coin
By Aldo Cibic
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A refined and sculptural set of three Italian modern candleholders designed by Aldo Cibic for Paola C., expertly crafted in mouth-blown borosilicate glass. This elegant trio embodies...
Blown Glass
Karl Jørgen Otteren Norwegian Sculptural Church Candleholder in Twisted Pewter
By Karl Jorgen Otteren
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Rare church candleholder for bloc or ball candles. It is designed and made by the Norwegian silversmith Karl Jørgen Otteren. Executed in twisted pewter. Stamped/inscribed Otteren. ...
Pewter
Brass Candle Holder, Namsai Medium in Cane & Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Brass Candle Holder, Namsai Medium in Cane & Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle Holder in brass & cane. Handmade in India. A craft that naturally adheres to restraint and ...
Brass
Handmade Candle Holder, Spring in Kashmir Candle Holder, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Handmade Candle Holder, Spring in Kashmir Candle Holder Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle holder in brass. Handmade in India. Springtime is a special season of rebirth, ...
Brass
Handmade Candle Holder, Spin Medium in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Handmade Candle Holder, Spin Medium in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle holder in brass. Handmade in India. Spin, spin, spin – the lattu or the spinning toy, a cherished relic o...
Brass
Brass Candle Holder, Namsai Large in Cane & Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Brass Candle Holder, Namsai Large in Cane & Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle Holder in brass & cane. Handmade in India. A craft that naturally adheres to restraint and r...
Brass
Sticks Candle Holder by Campana Brothers
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Milan, IT
An abstract interpretation of crossed twigs, this candle holder poetically evokes the powerful dynamism of fire, with its three brass elements. Two diagonal pieces cross to support t...
Brass
Set of Three Column Lucite, Steel Candle Holders after Karl Springer, 1980s USA
By Charles Hollis Jones, Karl Springer
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Set of Three Lucite Steel Brass Candle Holders after Karl Springer, 1980s USA Sold as a set of three. Minimal, modern columnar polished Lucite or acrylic set on a circular stainless...
Brass, Steel