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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Set of 3 Brown Patina Steel Candlestick by Lukasz Friedrich
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 3 brown patina steel candlestick by Lukasz Friedrich.
Dimensions: D 5 x H 15 cm
Materials: Brown patina on steel.
Category
2010s European Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Steel
Adri Candleholder by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Adri candleholder by Fakasaka Design.
Dimensions: W 12.5 cm, D 10 cm, H 36.5 cm.
Materials: dark bronze.
Also available in polished bronze.
FAKASAKA is a design company focused on ...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Selenite Candle Holder by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Selenite candle holder by Aver
Dimensions: D 10 x H 14 cm
Materials: Selenite, glass, steel, resin.
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Quartz, Steel
Contemporary Hand Repoussé Tang Candlestand in Black Copper by Robert Kuo
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tang candlestand
Black copper
Hand repoussé
Contemporary
Limited edition
Each piece is individually crafted and is unique.
Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering...
Category
2010s Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Copper
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: polished bronze.
Also available in dark bronze.
Fakasaka is a design company focused on produc...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Large Pair of Marcel Crystal Candlesticks by Timo Sarpaneva for Littala
Located in Danville, CA
Large Pair of Marcel crystal candlesticks by Timo Sarpaneva for Littala. Marcel, designed by Timo Sarpaneva, is one of the objects that was created for the new residence of the Presi...
Category
1990s Finnish Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Crystal
Adri Candleholder by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Adri candleholder by Fakasaka Design
Dimensions: W 12.5 cm D 10 cm H 36.5 cm.
Materials: polished bronze.
Also available in dark bronze.
FAKASAKA is a design company focused o...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Janis Candleholder by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Janis candleholder by Fakasaka design.
Dimensions: W 8 cm D 8 cm H 41 cm.
Materials: polished bronze.
Fakasaka is a design company focused on production of high-end furniture, ...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Karl Springer Pair of Candle Holders in Brass with Chrome Accents, 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Pair of candle holders in brass with chrome accents by Karl Springer, American 1980's. These iconic Karl Springer candle holders are both chic and beautifully made.
Reference
Ka...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Hun Candleholder by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Hun Candleholder by Fakasaka Design
Dimensions: W 9 cm D 6 cm H 33 cm.
Materials: dark bronze.
Also available in polished bronze.
FAKASAKA is a desig...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Apple Candleholder by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Apple candleholder by Fakasaka design
Dimensions: W 13.5 cm D 13.5 cm H 41.5.
Materials: polished bronze.
Also available in dark bronze.
Fakasaka is a design company focused ...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Apple Candleholder by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Apple candleholder by Fakasaka design
Dimensions: W 13.5 cm D 13.5 cm H 41.5.
Materials: dark bronze.
Also available in polished bronze.
Fakasaka is a design company focused on pr...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Gui Candleholder by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Gui candleholder by Fakasaka Design.
Dimensions: W 14 cm D 10.5 cm H 40.5 cm.
Materials: polished bronze.
Fakasaka is a design company focused on production of high-end furniture, ...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Debbie Candlestick by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Debbie candlestick by Fakasaka Design
Dimensions: W 6 cm D 5 cm H 24 cm each.
Materials: dark bronze.
Also available in polished bronze.
FAKASAKA is a design company focused o...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Set of 2 Debbie Candlesticks by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Debbie candlesticks by Fakasaka Design
Dimensions: W 6 cm D 5 cm H 24 cm each.
Materials: polished bronze.
FAKASAKA is a design company focused on production of high-e...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
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
Forma Fluida Candleholder in Bronze
By TIPSTUDIO
Located in Florence, IT
An experimental research on the matter and on the bronze production gives life to a series of sculptural objects that arise from the exploration of the fluidity of the metal. The mat...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Bunker Candleholder 2.0 by Arno Declercq
Located in Geneve, CH
Bunker Candleholder 2.0 by Arno Declercq
Dimensions: W 32 x L 32 x H 52 cm
Materials: Burned and waxed oak
Arno Declercq
Belgian designer and art dealer who makes bespoke objects w...
Category
2010s Belgian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Wood
Artistan Glass Candlestick
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This large scale, hand-blown glass candlestick is very much in the style of pieces created by Steuben.
Note: The piece is signed by the glass artisan on the verso and is dated 99'.
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Blown Glass
Alexia Candleholder by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Alexia candleholder by Fakasaka design.
Dimensions: W 20 cm D 19 cm H 30.5 cm.
Materials: polished bronze.
Fakasaka is a design company focused on production of high-end furnit...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Candle Holder, Large Quartz Points by Aver
Located in Geneve, CH
Candle holder, large quartz points by Aver
Dimensions: D 18 x H 40 cm
Materials: Quartz, steel, polyvinyl chloride, resin.
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Quartz, Steel
Pair candlelight holder cobalt blue glass and brass by Villeroy & Boch
Located in Weiningen, CH
Pair candlelight holder cobalt blue glass and brass by Villeroy & Boch
Category
1980s German Vintage Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Natural Skyline Candle Light in African Walnut by Arno Declercq
Located in Geneve, CH
Natural skyline candle light in African walnut by Arno Declercq
Dimensions: D 40 x W 80 x H 20 cm
Materials: African walnut
Arno Declercq
Belgian designer and art dealer who ma...
Category
2010s Belgian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Wood
Set of 2 Metis Vase Candleholders by LK Edition
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Metis vase candleholders by LK Edition
Dimensions: diameter 32 x height 4cm
Materials: Oak, Glass, and patinated Bronze base.
It is with the sense of detail and requiremen...
Category
2010s French Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Gui Candleholder by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Gui Candleholder by Fakasaka Design.
Dimensions: W 14 cm D 10.5 cm H 40.5 cm.
Materials: dark bronze.
Also available in polished bronze.
FAKASAKA is a design company focused on pr...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
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 ...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Set of 2 Long Candleholders in Polished Bronze by FAKASAKA Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 long candleholders in polished bronze by FAKASAKA Design
Dimensions: W 8 x D 8 x H 41 cm
Materials: Polished bronze.
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
White Candle Holders, Set of Four Marble White Candlestick Holders by P. Mathieu
Located in New York, NY
Paul Mathieu designed these elegant white candle holders in marble for Stephanie Odegard Co. Ltd.
Solid pieces of marble are turned to create these delicate designs. The marble is hand-carved to make these marble candle sticks...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Marble
Pair of Coral Red Snake Sculptural Marble Candlesticks, by Lorenzo Ciompi 2023
Located in Rome, IT
pair of "red laguna"marble candlesticks "CORAL RED SNAKE" designed
by Lorenzo Ciompi 2023
entirely handcrafted in Carrara and polished with satin patina
rare rosso laguna marble...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Marble
Alexia Candleholder by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Alexia candleholder by Fakasaka Design.
Dimensions: W 20 cm D 19 cm H 30.5 cm.
Materials: dark bronze.
Also available in polished bronze.
FAKASAKA is a design company focused ...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Sons of Marble Candle Holder, Large
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
Heather Candleholder by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Heather candleholder by Fakasaka Design.
Dimensions: W 9.5 cm D 5.5 cm H 29.5 cm.
Materials: dark bronze.
Also available in polished bronze.
Fakasaka is a design company focus...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Long Candleholder in Polished Bronze by FAKASAKA Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Long candleholder in Polished bronze by FAKASAKA Design
Dimensions: W 8 x D 8 x H 41 cm
Materials: Polished bronze.
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
European Contemporary Red Sculptural Candlestick 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 candlestick begins as hand-sculpted spheres which are used to create moulds in three sizes. Margit refers to these finished spheres as pearls. These highly original, eye-catching candlesticks come in three different sizes depending on the number of pearls: three, five and seven.
The candlesticks are cast in resin and Jesmonite mixed with pigment at the start of the process, to ensure color consistency. Some of the candlesticks are subtly finished with hand painted gold patina to reflect the shimmer of the candle. Each one is made with a solid brass drip catcher and can be cast in a variety of colors.
Working from her studio in London, as well as candlesticks, Margit creates artistic lighting...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Classico Travertine Incense Plate by Henry Wilson
By Henry Wilson
Located in Geneve, CH
Classico Travertine Incense Plate by Henry Wilson
Dimensions: D 28 x H 4 cm
Materials: Travertine
The incense plate is carved from solid green Guatemala...
Category
2010s Australian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Marble
Dark Bronze Candleholder by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Dark bronze candleholder by FAKASAKA Design.
Dimensions: W 9.5 x D 5.5 x H 29.5 cm.
Materials: dark bronze.
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Candleholder in Polished Bronze by FAKASAKA Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Candleholder in Polished Bronze by FAKASAKA Design
Dimensions: W 13.5 x D 13.5 x H 41.5 cm
Materials: Polished bronze.
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Dark Bronze Candleholder by FAKASAKA Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Dark bronze candleholder by FAKASAKA Design
Dimensions: W 9 x D 6 x H 33 cm
Materials: Dark bronze.
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Candlestick in Polished Bronze by FAKASAKA Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Candlestick in Polished Bronze by FAKASAKA Design
Dimensions: W 20 x D 19 x H 30.5 cm
Materials: Polished bronze.
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Candlestick in Dark Bronze by Fakasaka Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Candlestick in dark bronze by FAKASAKA Design
Dimensions: W 20 x D 19 x H 30.5 cm
Materials: dark bronze.
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
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
Green Guatemala Incense Plate by Henry Wilson
By Henry Wilson
Located in Geneve, CH
Green Guatemala Incense Plate by Henry Wilson
Dimensions: D 28 x H 4 cm
Materials: Green Guatemala Marble
The Incense plate is carved from solid Green G...
Category
2010s Australian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Marble
Babel Vase 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...
Category
2010s Belgian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Wood
Black Skyline Candle Light in African Walnut 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
Sons of Marble Candle Holder, Double
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
Curro Claret Contemporary Candleholder Brass Limited Edition
By Curro Claret
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Candleholder in polished varnished brass limited edition of 75 designed by Curro Claret for BD Barcelona.
Dimensions: cm 28 x 28 x 9 H.
Remix project Vol.1 & Vol.2.
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Villeroy & Boch Brass Candle Sticks Germany 1980s Set of 3
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice set off Brass candle sticks. Three pieces. Three sizes. good quality.
Made for Villeroy & Boch. 1980s
Measures: large Height 44.5 cm Diameter 16 cm
middle Height 36 cm...
Category
1980s German Vintage Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Marble Stairs by Joseph Vila Capdevila
Located in Geneve, CH
Stairs by Joseph Vila Capdevila
Material: Carrara marble, brass
Dimensions: 15 x 20.5 x 5 cm
Weight: 2.5 kg
Aparentment is a space for creation ...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Marble, Brass
Cabria Candleholders by Cristián Mohaded & Santiago Lena
Located in Geneve, CH
Cabria candleholders by Cristián Mohaded & Santiago Lena
Limited edition
Dimensions:
25.8 cm H x 18.5 cm
36.4 cm H x 18.5 cm
67.3 cm H x 18.5 cm
97.2 cm H x 18.5 cm
61.2 cm H...
Category
2010s Argentine Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Onyx
Set of 2 Marble Stairs by Joseph Vila Capdevila
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 marble stairs by Joseph Vila Capdevila
Material: Carrara marble, brass
Dimensions: 15 x 20.5 x 5 cm
Weight: 2.5 kg
Aparentment is a space for creation and innovation, exper...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Marble, Brass
Fit Candle 4 by Joseph Vila Capdevila
Located in Geneve, CH
Fit candle 4 by Joseph Vila Capdevila
Material: Travertino marble, brass
Dimensions: 17 x 42 x 9 cm
Weight: 3.7 kg
Aparentment is a space for creation and innovation, experimentin...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Marble, Brass
Fit Candle by Joseph Vila Capdevila
Located in Geneve, CH
Fit candle by Joseph Vila Capdevila
Material: Travertino marble, brass
Dimensions: 17 x 17 x 9 cm
Weight: 1.7 kg
Aparentment is a space for cr...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Marble, Brass
Fit Candle 3 by Joseph Vila Capdevila
Located in Geneve, CH
Fit candle 3 by Joseph Vila Capdevila
Material: Travertino marble, Brass
Dimensions: 17 x 31 x 9 cm
Weight: 2.6 kg
Aparentment is a space for creation and innovation, experimentin...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Marble, Brass
Japanese Modern Stelo Candle Holder Raku Ceramic Copper Gold
By LAAB Milano
Located in monza, Monza and Brianza
A metallic effect cover the body of this tall candle holder ranging from shades of copper green and turquoise to red oxyde iron while the top features ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Ceramic
Luxury Candle Bois Oud Scented, Black Ceramic Candleholder Natural Fragrance
Located in Porto, PT
Luxury Candle Bois Oud Scented, Black Ceramic Candleholder Natural Fragrance
Achi candle releases a hypnotic perfume adding extra value to a space thanks ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Clear Murano Glass Candle Holders by Archimede Seguso
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980’s large pair of Italian clear Murano glass by Archimede Seguso.
Both candle holders are signed ‘Archimede Seguso Murano’(see detail phot...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Murano Glass
Contemporary Modern, Esnaf Triple Candle Holder, Pink
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 th...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Sheet Metal
Thomas Roy Markusen Pair of Large American Modernist Candleholders
Located in Miami, FL
Never used, American Modernist pair of handcrafted metal candleholders in nickeled copper, created by famed metal-smith Thomas Roy Markusen in 1980 in the United States. These unique...
Category
20th Century American Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Copper
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.
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