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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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.
Handmade Candle Holder, Alta in Brass with Precious Stone, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Handmade Candle Holder, Alta in Brass with Precious Stone, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle holder in brass with semi precious inserts. Handmade in India. In its arresting and powerful...
Brass
Vertigo Tall Candleholder by AIREDELSUR, Handmade Green Onyx & Silver Alpaca
By AIREDELSUR
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
A composition of onyx with alpaca metal. Inspired by the pure and essential lines of a structure of solid stones, with a vertigo stability. Our pieces are made by hand. One of a kin...
Stone, Onyx, Metal
Daum Nancy, Volubilis Floral Candle Holder, France 2000s
By Daum
Located in PARIS, FR
A stunning hand-crafted pâte de verre glass candle holder in the form of a blooming flower, attributed to Daum Nancy, France, dating to the 2000s. The piece showcases rich cobalt an...
Glass
Tiffany & Co. Rock Cut Crystal Votive Candle Holder Set of 2
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a Tiffany & Co. rock cut crystal votive candle holder. Tiffany & Co.Collection Name: "Rock Cut" (sometimes referred to as Rock Ice Cut) Full lead crystal, typ...
Rock Crystal
$296Sale Price / item|20% Off
Ellipses Handmade Crystal Candle Holder
Located in Glendale, CA
Ellipses is a modern hand-cut crystal candlestick with an exquisite combination of abstract dark gray and clear crystal parts. The black balls around the base make it a stunning and ...
Crystal
Contemporary Sculpted Green Block & Pearl Candlestick Set 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 and block shaped designs. Each candlestick begins as hand-sculpted components which are used to create moulds in different sizes. These highly original, eye-catching candlesticks come in different sizes depending on the number of blocks. The candlesticks are cast in bio-resin with 30% recycled components 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...
Brass
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...
Copper
$74Sale Price|20% Off
Silver-Plated Modernist Triple Candle Holder 1960s
Located in Debrecen, HU
This modernist triple candle holder was likely produced in the 1960s during the height of Mid-Century Modern design. The piece features a distinctive geometric base with an angular, ...
Silver Plate
Set of Contemporary Turquoise 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 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 colour 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...
Brass
European Contemporary Gold 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 compositions of her unique signature pearl-shaped d...
Brass
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...
Rock Crystal, Gold Plate, Bronze
Daum Nancy, Green Soliflor Flower Candle Holder, France 2006
By Daum
Located in PARIS, FR
A stunning hand-crafted pâte de verre glass rose bouquet sculpture by the Daum manufacture, dating to 2006. The piece showcases a cluster of frosted amethyst-purple rose blooms in f...
Glass
Block & Pearl Sculpted Contemporary White 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 are compositions of her unique signature pearl-shaped designs. Each candlestick begins as hand-sculpted spheres and cuboids which are used to create moulds in different sizes. These highly original, eye-catching candlesticks come in low and tall sizes depending on the number of blocks. The candlesticks are cast in bio-resin with 30% recycled content and Jesmonite mixed with pigment at the start of the process, to ensure colour 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...
Brass
Pair of Jonathan Adler for PartyLite Ceramic Elephant Candleholders, circa 2000s
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical pair of ceramic elephant candleholders designed by Jonathan Adler for PartyLite, circa early 2000s. #5587 Each sculptural elephant is finished in a soft pale gray-white g...
Ceramic
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: 4.5"W x 4"D x 8"H. Very good original vintage condition.
Crystal
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...
Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gold, Brass
Pair of Beautiful Baccarat Clear Crystal Candle holders, France
By Baccarat
Located in Rijssen, NL
This pair of candle holder crystallize the extraordinary know-how of the Baccarat craftsmen. The different cuts in the crystal produce a magic visual effect. Baccarat is a French lu...
Crystal
Tiffany & Co. Clear Crystal Candlesticks, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of crystal candlesticks By Tiffany & Co. (signed at the base) Germany, Late 20th Century Measures: 4.25"W x 3.75"D x 9.25"H. Very good original vintage condition.
Crystal
$104Sale Price / item|20% Off
Sons of Marble Candle Holder Hurricane, Amber
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...
Marble, Brass
Brass Candle Holder, Harappa Medium in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Brass Candle Holder, Harappa Medium in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle holder in brass. Handmade in India. From the heart of the Indus Valley, where civilization mastered form ...
Brass
$191 / item
Crystal Colorful Candleholder, Made in Italy
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
A unique piece Crystal candleholder made in Venice Colroful and bright this candleholder will make your table spark.
Crystal
Handmade Candle Holder, Himalaya Short in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Handmade Candle Holder, Himalaya Short in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle holder in brass. Handmade in India. Perhaps no greater ascent - physically or spiritually - is imagine...
Brass
Pink Palm Trees Candlesticks Hand Painted Made in Italy Set of 2
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Light up your table with our palm trees candlestick. Size: small 15cm Size: medium 25cm.
Ceramic
Handmade Candle Holder, Spin Candle Holder Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Handmade Candle Holder, Spin Candle Holder Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle holder in brass. Handmade in India. Spin, spin, spin – the lattu or the spinning toy, a cher...
Brass
Pair of Modern, Heavy Brass Candlesticks by Bernt Karlsson by Gusum 1980, signed
Located in Salzburg, AT
Pair of purist candleholders in solid brass, designed by Bernt Karlsson for Gusum - Metallslöjden (metalworking company), Sweden. Designed by the talented Bernt Karlsson, these cand...
Brass
Brass Candle Holder, Tiruppur Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Brass Candle Holder, Tiruppur Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle holder in brass. Handmade in India. Unfurling ceaselessly, India discovers its eternal muse in the realm ...
Brass
Block & Pearl Contemporary Candlestick In White 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 are ...
Brass
Brass Candle Holder, Harappa Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Brass Candle Holder, Harappa Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle holder in brass. Handmade in India. From the heart of the Indus Valley, where civilization mastered form a...
Brass
Tiffany & Co. Clear Crystal Tall Candlesticks, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of tall crystal candlesticks By Tiffany & Co. (signed at the base) USA, Late 20th Century Each measures: 5.25"W x 4.75"D x 11"H. Very good original vintage condit...
Crystal
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
Handmade Candle Holder, Forged Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Handmade Candle Holder, Forged Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle holder in brass. Handmade in India. From grit and flame, raw metal is reborn, each piece shaped by the a...
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) Germany, Late 20th Century Each measures: 4"W x 3.5"D x 9.25"H. Good original vintage condition.
Crystal
Handmade Candle Holder, Forged Medium in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Handmade Candle Holder, Forged Medium in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle holder in brass. Handmade in India. From grit and flame, raw metal is reborn, each piece shaped by the ...
Brass
Brass Candle Holder, Namsai Small in Cane & Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Brass Candle Holder, Namsai Small 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
$340Sale Price / set|20% Off
Denmark Hans Jensen Pair Of Silver Plate Candle Holders
By Hans Jensen
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Pair of Silver Plate Candle holders by Hans Jensen. It depicts a pair of silver plate double candle holders shaped as two Calla Lily flowers branches joined together with ...
Silver Plate
Vertigo Trio of Candlesticks, Cream Onyx Stone & Silver Alpaca
By AIREDELSUR
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
Measures: 6,7 x 2.7" 9.4 x 2.7" 11 x 2.7" A composition of onyx with alpaca metal. Inspired by the pure and essential lines of a structure of solid stones, with a vertigo stabilit...
Stone, Onyx, Metal
Brass Candle Holder, Tiruppur Medium in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Brass Candle Holder, Tiruppur Medium in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle holder in brass. Handmade in India. Unfurling ceaselessly, India discovers its eternal muse in the realm...
Brass
Contemporary Solid Brass Aesop Oil Burner by Henry Wilson
By Henry Wilson
Located in Geneve, CH
Solid Brass Aesop Oil Burner by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 13 x D 11 x H 7 cm Materials: Brass An object of substance and beauty, a unique, refined alternative to traditional burners. Designed for Aesop by Studio Henry Wilson...
Brass
Brass Candle Holder, Tiruppur Totem Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Brass Candle Holder, Tiruppur Totem Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle holder in brass. Handmade in India. Unfurling ceaselessly, India discovers its eternal muse in the ...
Brass
Handmade Candle Holder, Alta in Brass with Precious Stone, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Handmade Candle Holder, Alta in Brass with Precious Stone, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle holder in brass with semi precious inserts. Handmade in India. In its arresting and powerful...
Brass
Patricia Garrett California Art Pottery Botanical Asparagus Candle Stick Holders
Located in Litchfield, CT
Pair Patricia Garrett California Art Pottery asparagus form candle stick holders. Each fashioned from five stalks of hand molded asparagus and naturalistically painted to resemble th...
Pottery
$288Sale Price / item|20% Off
all' Eden Handmade Crystal Candlestick
By Art Decor
Located in Glendale, CA
all' Eden is a stunning hand-cut crystal tea light holder that seamlessly blends intricate craftsmanship with architectural innovation. This modern crystal candlestick pushes...
Crystal
Salvador Dali : "Castor et Pollux", silver plated bronze candlesticks - 1974
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Salvador Dalí (1904-1989, Spain) : " Castor and Pollux" Pendants of silver plated bronze candlesticks with removable candle holder Model created in 1974 Signed : "Dali" Titled :...
Bronze
$1,150 / item
Large Armonía Floor Lamp by Ana Tron
Located in Geneve, CH
Large Armonía Floor Lamp by Ana Tron Dimensions: Ø 15 x H 120 cm Materials: Recycled paper, recycled wood, cardboard base, varnish. All our lamps can be wired according to each coun...
Wood, Paper
$1,035 / item
Votive Holder in Pink 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...
Quartz, Rock Crystal
Handmade Candle Holder, Forged Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Handmade Candle Holder, Forged Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle holder in brass. Handmade in India. From grit and flame, raw metal is reborn, each piece shaped by the a...
Brass
Contemporary European Block & Pearl Candlestick In Green 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 and block shaped de...
Brass
$288Sale Price / item|20% Off
Black Friday-all' Eden Handmade Crystal Candle Holder
Located in Glendale, CA
all' Eden is a stunning hand-cut crystal tea light holder that seamlessly blends intricate craftsmanship with architectural innovation. This modern crystal candlestick pushes...
Crystal
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
New Modern Candleholder in Green Marble, creator Karen Chekerdjian
Located in Milan, IT
The value of change in a simple act. Karen Chekerdjian’s new creation puts design front and centre: from one foundation, multiple possibilities. Light casts a magical, eternal glow o...
Marble
Ivar Ålenius Björk Brass Candlestick for Ystad-Metall, Sweden, 1950s
By Ystad-Metall
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage organic metal candlestick, candleholder, designed by Ivar Åhlenius Björk for Ystad Metall. Designed in 1939 for the Scandinavian Pavilion of the 1939 New York World Fair. The...
Brass
Brass Candelabra, Hundred Petal Rose Bronze in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Brass Candelabra, Hundred Petal Rose Bronze in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candelabra in brass. Handmade in India. Cascading, like the lithe petals of the hundred-leaf rose, this ...
Brass
Handmade Brass Candle Holder, Kikar Small, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Handmade Brass Candle Holder, Kikar Small, Viya by Vikram Goyal Candle holder in brass. Handmade in India. Draped is fluidity cast in bronze, a metamorphosis from textile to object...
Brass
$79Sale Price / set|20% Off
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...
Sheet Metal
Sculptural Copper Candle Holder, Mid-Century Modern, 1980s, 20cm Tall
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Sculptural Copper Candle Holder Mid-Century Modern - Sculpture - Candlestick Measures : 7cmx4cm H:20cm Wear consistent with age and use.
Copper
$775 / item
Votive Holder in Black Brazilian Quartz
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...
Quartz, Rock Crystal
Handmade Brass Candle Holder, Mohenjo Daro Candle Holder, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Handmade Candle Holder, Mohenjo Daro Candle Holder Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle holder in brass. Handmade in India. Echoes of brass rise from the Indus Valley. Insp...
Brass
Tiffany & Co. Clear Crystal Candlesticks With Dragon Motif, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of crystal candlesticks with Chinese dragon motif By Tiffany & Co. (signed at the base) USA, Late 20th Century Each measures: 4.75"W x 4.75"D x 8.25"H. Very good ...
Crystal
Handmade Candle Holder, Himalaya Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Handmade Candle Holder, Himalaya Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle holder in brass. Handmade in India. Perhaps no greater ascent - physically or spiritually - is imagine...
Brass
Green Palm Trees Candlesticks Hand Painted Made in Italy Set of 2
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Light up your table with our palm trees candlestick Size small 15cm Size medium 25cm.
Ceramic