Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN STYLE
Scandinavian modernism is perhaps the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life.
ORIGINS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged in the 1930s
- Originated primarily in Denmark, Sweden and Finland
- Introduced in the United States in mid-20th century
- Informed by the Bauhaus and modernism; influenced American mid-century modernism
CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetries
- Use of natural materials — native woods such as pine, ash and beech
- Open, airy spaces
- Promotion of functionality
- Emphasis on craftsmanship; rooted in cabinetry profession and traditional construction techniques
- Minimal ornamentation (little to no embellishment)
- A neutral or light color palette owing to prominence of light woods
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Alvar Aalto
- Hans Wegner
- Kaare Klint
- Arne Jacobsen
- Greta Magnusson Grossman
- Finn Juhl
- Arne Vodder
- Verner Panton
ICONIC SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The gentle, organic contours that are typical of Scandinavian design appear in the furnishings and decor created by Danish, Finnish and Swedish designers not as a stylistic gesture, but rather as a practical, ergonomic — and, as importantly, elegant — response to the human form.
Each nation produced exceptional talents in all areas of the applied arts, yet each had its forté. Sweden was home to Greta Magnusson Grossman and Bruno Mathsson — creators of the classic Grasshopper lighting series and Berlin daybed, respectively — but the country excelled most notably at ceramics. In the 1920s at the great Gustavsberg porcelain manufactory, Wilhelm Kåge introduced pieces in the Scandinavian style based on influences from folklore to Cubism; his skills were passed on to his versatile and inspired pupils Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg.
Likewise, Finland produced a truly ingenious Scandinavian modern furniture designer in the architect Alvar Aalto, a master at melding function and artistic form in works like the Paimio chair, created in collaboration with his first wife, Aino. Yet Finnish glassware was pre-eminent, crafted in expressive, sculptural designs by Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva.
The Danes excelled at chairs. Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen were exemplars of the country’s facility with wood, particularly teak.
Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair; Jacobsen — while the revolutionary architect and furniture innovator produced the best-selling plywood Ant chair — designed two classic upholstered pieces of the 1950s: the Swan chair and Egg chair. The list of great Danes could go on and on, including Finn Juhl, a stylistic maverick and maker of the bold Chieftain chair; Poul Kjaerholm, with his lean metal-and-rattan aesthetic; and Verner Panton, who introduced a vibrant Pop note into international design.
Today, decades after their heyday, the prolific, ever-evolving Scandinavian modernists continue to amaze and delight, and interior designers all over the world use their pieces to bring warmth to any given space.
On 1stDibs, you will note both instantly recognizable vintage Scandinavian modern chairs, sofas, rugs and tables — those that have earned iconic status over time — and many new discoveries.
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Style: Scandinavian Modern
Pair of Candle Holders in Brass
Located in PARIS, FR
Pair of candle holders in Brass, in a Scandinavian Modern style, from Sweden. Dimensions : Ø 6cm x H 7cm.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Candle Holder by Thelma Zoéga, 1970-1979
By Thelma Zoéga
Located in PARIS, FR
Candle holder by Thelma Zoega in brass from 1970-1979, produced in Sweden. Dimensions : Ø 4cm x Height 18cm.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
6 Individual Small Glass Candle Holders by Bent Severin for Holmegaard in 50s
By Bent Severin
Located in SAINT-YRIEIX-SUR-CHARENTE, FR
Set of six small glass candleholders (H: 12cm) with an air bubble, designed by Bent Severin (1925-2012) for the Danish glass company Holmegaard in 1957. These candleholders are part ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Glass
Candle Holder by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala Finland, "Arkipelago" Series
Located in Turku, FI
Iittala's Arkipelago 2642 candleholder is part of the "Arkipelago" series designed by Timo Sarpaneva in 1979.
Made of clear moulded glass featuring lovely air bubbles.
Item Comes ...
Category
1970s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Blown Glass
Danish Organic Wabi Sabi Style Candle Holder, 1960s
Located in Valby, 84
Rare Swedish organic wabi sabi style candle holder made in Sweden in the 1960’s by a skillful woodworker in a solid piece of oak wood.
The candle hold...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Oak
Candle Holder SC39, H10 in Bronzed Brass by Space Copenhagen for &Tradition
Located in Lebanon, LB
This bronzed brass candleholder sits within the Collect series, a curated line of beautifully crafted soft furnishings and home objects.
Designed by Space Copenhagen, for a hands...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Set of 2 Gunnar Ander Ystad Metall Brass and Glass Flowers Candleholder Sweden
Located in Krefeld, DE
Set of 2 Gunnar Ander candlesticks by Ystad Metal. Nice candleholder with purple glass. The candleholder is marked on the bottom. The price is for the set of 2 !
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Large 3.9kg Brutalist Bronze Candleholder by Manfred Bergmeister, 1970s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Brutalist candleholder
Origin: Germany
Design producer: Manfred Bergmeister, Kunstschmiede Ebersberg
Material: bronze
Decade: 1970s
Description: This original...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Candle Holder SC40, H13 in Bronzed Brass by Space Copenhagen for &Tradition
Located in Lebanon, LB
This bronzed brass candleholder sits within the Collect series, a curated line of beautifully crafted soft furnishings and home objects.
Designed by Space Copenhagen, for a hands...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Candle Holder SC41, in Bronzed Brass by Space Copenhagen for &Tradition
Located in Lebanon, LB
This bronzed brass candle holder is the biggest of the candle holders, within the Collect series, a curated line of beautifully crafted soft furnishings and home objects.
Designed ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
1970s Iittala Stellaria Votive Candle Holders Art Glass Tapio Wirkkala Finland
Located in National City, CA
1970s Iittala Stellaria Votive Candle Holder Art Glass by Tapio Wirkkala Finland
Crystal icicle art glass
Selling as a pair
4.25 diameter x 2.63 h
Preowned original vintage condi...
Category
1970s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Art Glass
Sculptural, Abstract & Symbolic Candleholder in Bronze, Scandinavia, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A well-made heavy stock candleholder for regular sized candles, block or ball candles. Its fashioned from solid bronze that has patinated during the last 50 years. It doubles as a sc...
Category
1970s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Jens Quistgaard Star Shaped Candle Holder Yellow Green Iron, Danish Modern 1960s
By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Danish Mid-Century Modern candle holder designed by Jens Harald Quistgaard for Dansk Internationals Ltd, USA. Made 1960s.
This is rare version with yellow green lacquer. It's made...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Iron
Set 4 Swedish Modernist Brass Candlesticks After Pierre Forsell for Skultuna
Located in West Chester, PA
Set of four Mid-Century Modernist 14" tall brass candle holders often attributed to Pierre Forsell for Skultuna. Unsigned circa 1960s.
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
One Piece 4 Glass Candle Holder by Staffan Gellerstedt for Pukeberg Sweden 1970
Located in Miami, FL
One Piece Lead Crystal 4 Candle Holder designed by Artist Staffen Gellerstedt and made in Pukeberg, Sweden in the late 1970.
Scandinavian Modern Glass Art handmade with textured flo...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Crystal
Danish Brass Serpentine Double Candlestick for Illums Bolighus 1960s
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Vintage Danish serpentine double candlestick made of solid brass.
Designed and sold by Illums Bolighus in Copenhagen. Made ca 1950s to 60s.
It's...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Set of Three Paavo Tynell Candel Holders circa 1960, Nickel Brass
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
After retirement, Paavo Tynell continued to conduct his own project and design by making those candelabres by himself in the late 60's. He produced a small collection of those in nic...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Swedish Modern Set of 3 Candleholders by Kjell Engman for Gense
By Kjell Engman, Gense
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant Swedish modern, set of three candleholders in silver plate, model "Saturnus" by Kjell Engman for Gense. Designed in 1979 and produced for a limited time, therefore pretty rar...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Silver Plate
Candle Sticks in Brass by Jens Harald Quistgaard for Dansk Designs, 1950s
Located in Genarp, SE
Candlesticks designed by Jens H. Quistgaard for Dansk Designs. Made In Denmark during the 1950s. Solid polished brass. The candlesticks are signed with hallmark.
In vintage condi...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern Set of 14 Kosta "Sunflower" Candlesticks Göran Wärff Sweden
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
A nice set of 14 candlesticks from Kosta signed Göran Wärff and with the name Sunflower. Nice set of 14 candlestick holders handmade in the Kosta factory. Together as a group this se...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Glass
Pierre Forsell, Candlestick Model Variabel Produced by Skultuna, Sweden 1950's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Forsell - Candlestick Model Variabel Produced by Skultuna, Sweden 1950's
This adjustable candleholder is an exquisite example of the refined approach designed by Pierre For...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Pair of Elegant Candle Holders, Silver Plate, CG Hallberg, Swedish Modern
By CG Hallberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of elegant and timeless candle sticks in silver plated brass. Made by CG Hallberg, prominent Swedish goldsmiths and jewelers, jeweler to the Swedish Court. Best known for its ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Silver Plate
Swedish Modern Set of 21 Candle Holders in Brass
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish modern set of 21 candle holders in brass.
Unknown designer and maker, most probably produced In Sweden.
Marked with an unknown label, as seen on the pictures.
Good vintag...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Full Set of 8 Festivo Candleholders by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala
Located in Klintehamn, SE
Festivo is a series of glass candlesticks from Iittala, designed by Timo Sarpaneva back in 1966. A total of 8 different heights were made that can be combined according to taste. The...
Category
1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Glass
Pair of Danish Art Deco Bronze Tinos Candlestick in Fluted style Denmark 1930-50
By Tinos
Located in Aarhus C, DK
A pair of Danish Art Deco Tinos candlestick made of solid bronze in fluted style
Designed and made in Denmark 1930-1950.
Very nice used condition with good patina.
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Two Modernist Brass Candlesticks, Swedish Design, Late 20th C
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Swedish design. A pair of modernist brass candlesticks.
Handmade.
Late 1900s.
Dimensions: H 16.0 x W 8.0 x Depth 5.0 cm.
Fits candles with a diameter of 2.3 cm.
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Two Modernist Brass Candlesticks. Late 20th C. Swedish Design
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Swedish design. A pair of modernist brass candlesticks.
Handmade.
Late 1900s.
Dimensions: H 16.0 x W 8.0 x Depth 5.0 cm.
Fits candles with a diameter of 2.3 cm.
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Pair of Modernist Brass Candlesticks, Late 20th C
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Swedish design. A pair of modernist brass candlesticks.
Handmade.
Late 1900s.
Dimensions: H 16.0 x W 8.0 x Depth 5.0 cm.
Fits candles with a diameter of 2.3 cm.
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Swedish Design, a Pair of Modernist Brass Candlesticks, Late 20th C
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Swedish design. A pair of modernist brass candlesticks.
Handmade.
Late 1900s.
Dimensions: H 16.0 x W 8.0 x Depth 5.0 cm.
Fits candles with a diameter of 2.3 cm.
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Hans Agne Jakobsson, Sweden, a Pair of Small Brass Candlesticks
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans Agne Jakobsson, Sweden, a pair of small brass candlesticks.
Swedish industrial design.
1970s.
Model 143.
In perfect condition.
Marked.
Dimensions: H 2.7 x D 2.7 cm.
Fits ...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
'5' Hans Agne Jakobsson for Markaryd Hurricane Candlesticks
Located in Norwalk, CT
A beautiful suite of five matching candlestick holders in brass with amber glass globe shades. Inspired by the traditional candlestick form, Hans-Agne Jakobsson's partnership with AB...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Pierre Forsell for Skultuna, Sweden, a Pair of Rare Brass Candlesticks
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Pierre Forsell for Skultuna (Sweden).
Pair of rare brass candlesticks designed in the 1950s.
Signed at the bottom.
In excellent condition.
...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Pierre Forssell, Pair of Early Candelstick for Skultuna circa 1970 Forsell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Early pair of candelstick designed by Pierre Forssell and produced by Skultuna in Sweden during the 1970s. Both candelsticks are made in solid brass and are both in good condition. T...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Pair of Scandinavian Modern Candleholders in Pewter by Edwin Ollers, Sweden
By Edvin Ollers
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of Scandinavian Modern candleholders in pewter by Edwin Ollers, Sweden in 1950s. Simple and sophisticated.
Stamped "Gjutet tenn", cast pewter, Z8 (1...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Pewter
1960s Danish Moden Candlestick in Steel, Brass and Teak
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s Danish Moden candlestick in steel, brass and teak
Rare elegant minimalistic Danish Modern candlestick from the 1960s.
The candle...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass, Steel
Majestic Solid Rosewood Tall Candle Holders Danish Modern
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible tall pair of hand-turned candle holders with brass, fittings the grain on the wood its beautiful one shows a brass fitting, and the other a chrome fitting.
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Chrome
Modernist Pewter Candlesticks by Nils Fougstedt for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1944
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of elegant pewter candlesticks by Niels Fougstedt. Clean cut lines.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Pewter
Vintage Modernist "Ursa Major" Candelabra by Piet Hein, Denmark
By Piet Hein
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful “Ursa Major” candelabra by Piet Hein, made from brass. The position of the candleholders form the positions of the stars in the “Ursa Major” constellation.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Bertil Vallien 1970 Danks Design Vintage Swirls Candlesticks in Silver
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of swirl candlestick designed by Bertil Vallien (1938-).
Beautiful pair of sculptural swirls candlesticks, created in Sweden by Bertil Valli...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Silver Plate, Silver
Vintage Danish Teak Candleholders, a Pair
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of vintage Scandinavian sculptural candleholders with asymmetric tops. Lathe turned from solid teak with brass candle holder inserts.
Origin: Denmark
Year: 1960s
Style...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Teak
Ivar Alenius Björk Brass Lily Candleholder for Ystad Metall
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Vintage brass lily candleholder designed by Ivar Alenius Björk for Ystad Metall.
Designer: Ivar Alenius Björk
Manufacturer: Ystad Metall
Ori...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Vintage Brass Candlesticks by Carl-Einar Borgström, Ystad Metall, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of beautiful “Tyfon” candlesticks by Carl-Einar Borgström, made from brass in a whimsical design. Pikes are caught in stylized waves with a dynamic expression.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Modernist Vintage Sculptural Brutalist Bronze Metal Candleholder, France, 1970s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Brutalist candleholder
Origin:
France
Material:
solid bronze
Decade:
1970s
This original vintage candleholder, was produced in the 1970s in F...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Midentury Brass Candlestick by Jens Quistgaard, Denmark, 1950s
By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of elegant brass candlesticks by Jens Quistgaard, in a sleek, tapering form.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Vintage Modern Gusums Bruk Sweden Brass Stacked Ball Sphere Candlesticks
By Gusums Bruk
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Modern Swedish Gusums Bruk 029 brass candlesticks, fashioned from three graduated balls stacked on each other, supported by three ball feet. circa 1980s. Measures: 6.5".
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Category
1980s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Modernist Sculptural Brutalist Bronze Metal Candleholder, France, 1960s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Brutalist candleholder
Origin:
France
Material:
solid bronze
Decade:
1970s
This original vintage candleholder, was produced in the 1970s in F...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Gunnar Ander, Four Candle Holders, Brass & Glass, Ystad Metall, Swedish Modern
Located in Stockholm, SE
A rare set of four candle holders, one for three candles (total for six candles). Delicate shape, still stabile, a decorative set for thin candles. Designed by Gunnar Ander for Ystad...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Iron and Glass Candelabra by Erik Höglund, Boda Smide, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful candelabra by Erik Höglund, made from wrought iron and glass. The rustic iron stem is adorned with four pear shaped glass medallions that bring rain drops on a bare tree to mind. Fits regular candles.
Erik Höglund was one of Sweden’s foremost glass artists, whose innovative designs and glass making techniques revolutionized the scene of both art glass and serve ware in the 1950s. His bold and personal designs gave him and the glassworks Boda worldwide acclaim. Erik Höglund is considered the most influential Swedish glass artist of the 1950s and 1960s, alongside Ingeborg Lundin.
Höglund was admitted to the prestigious school Konstfack at the age of 16, first studying to become an art teacher, but later changing to the sculptor’s line. He rebelled against many of what he considered to be conventional ideas at the school, and was almost expelled. His nonconformism would follow him through his career, aiding him in following his own path and repeatedly breaking new ground.
Erik Höglund started working at Boda glassworks in 1953. At the time, Boda focused on producing high-quality serve ware in ethereal, cut-glass designs under the direction of Fritz Kallenberg. Höglund brought new perspectives and ideas, experimenting with the glass mass to give it a bubbly look and introducing colored glass and irregular finishes. These ideas were in direct opposition to the traditional ideas of what quality glass is, and Höglund was initially met with skepticism. He created rustic designs that allowed for everyday, multiple uses of glass, allowing it to be both functional and aesthetic. This down-to-earth IDEA appealed to both critics and collectors, although it took some years into the 1950s to win over the general public. In 1955, Erik Höglund’s glass was presented at the H55 Exhibition and one of his vases, whilst considered scandalous due to its suggestive decor, was purchased by the Swedish king. In 1957 he was awarded the Lunning Prize, its until then youngest awardee. Following that, his glass was exhibited in the Georg Jensen store on 5th Avenue in New York, making Erik Höglund and Boda world renowned.
Erik Höglund was a master of all artistic trades. His glass murals...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Rare Night Candlesticks, Art Deco 1931, CG Hallberg Sweden
By CG Hallberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of night candlesticks in lovely Art Deco style designed by CG Hallberg in Stockholm, Sweden in 1931. The candlesticks are 21 cm in diameter (including the handle), they are 6,...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Pewter
"Liljan", Ivar Ålenius Björk for Skultuna, a Pair of Candlesticks
Located in Copenhagen, DK
"Liljan", Ivar Ålenius Björk for Skultuna, a pair of candlesticks in patinated brass.
2000s.
Swedish classic design.
In perfect condition.
Dimensions: W 20.0 x H 13.0 cm.
The Liljan candlestick was designed for the World Exhibition...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Josef Frank "The Knot of Friendship" Brass Candelabra, Sweden 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Josef Frank designed Vänskapsknuten (the Knot of Friendship) as a symbol of friendship and peace at a time when Europe was filled with turmoil. The very first sketch of the candelabr...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Modernist Sculptural Brutalist Bronze Metal Candleholder, France, 1970s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Brutalist candleholder
Origin:
France
Material:
solid bronze
Decade:
1970s
This original vintage candleholder, was produced in the 1970s in France. It is made of solid bronze, and has a lovely patination due to the age of about 50 years. It is a high quality French production with a fantastic surface structure and sculptural Brutalist optic. With its original formed shape, it can hold 3 candles...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Bronze
Pair Timo Sarpaneva Festivo Candlesticks for Iittala Finland Scandinavian Modern
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Scandinavian Modern Finland Iittala Art Glass with bubbles Festivo Candle Holders designed by Timo Sarpaneva, made in the late 1970s.
To...
Category
Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Art Glass
Ivar Ålenius-Björk "Liljan" Brass Candlesticks for Ystad Metall, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The Lily candlestick (“Liljan” in Swedish) was designed by the Swedish sculptor Ivar Ålenius-Björk for the world fair in New York in 1939. These candlesticks are common on dining tables and side tables throughout Sweden, but the design is an immediately recognizable classic worldwide.
Its simple, beautiful form inspired the name as it resembles the arched shape of lilies’ petals. These sculptural Lilies, made of polished brass, attract attention and function immediately as marvellous conversation pieces. The design is inherently simple, consisting of two “petals” that open up to the sides. The curving lines are visually and also literally grounded by the circular brass base that shows off the symmetry as well. The dynamic, flowing lines of the brass are quite sculptural which is why the model is placed on tables as a decor object or paperweight even without candles. Interestingly, the design was originally a soliflore (a vase designed to hold a single flower) with a glass tube slipped into the heart of the 2 petals, forming a water reserve to accommodate a flower.
This pair is monogrammed "IÅB" and stamped "Ystad Metall Sweden" on the bottom. Ystad Metall produced numerous classic design items between the 1920s and 60s. These Liljan candlesticks...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Jens Quistgaard, Candlesticks, Brass, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass candlesticks designed and produced by Jens Quistgaard, Denmark, 1950s.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Important Set of 25 "Kronan" Candel Sticks Design by Pierre Forssell, Forsell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Important set of 25 kronan candel sticks design by Pierre Forssell and produced by Skutuna in the 80's. Each candel sticks are made in solid brass. The whole collection can be set up...
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall. Three brass candlesticks. 1950s.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall. Three brass candlesticks.
1950s.
Largest measurement: H 12.5 x D 7.5 cm.
In excellent condition.
Marked.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Estrid Ericson Pair Of Brass And Plexiglass Candlesticks, Circa 1960
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
Estrid Ericson, pair of golden and silver brass candlesticks.
Circular base molded in silver varnish and surmounted by a cylindrical plexiglass shaft decorated with two brass rings...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern candlesticks for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian Modern candlesticks made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Sweden pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original candlesticks, popular names associated with this style include Pierre Forssell, Skultuna, Gunnar Ander, and Ystad-Metall. 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 $47 and tops out at $16,860 while the average work can sell for $666.
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Jens Quistgaard Brass
White Gold Candlesticks
Wooden Carved Candlesticks
Brass Flower Candle Holders
Iron Candlestick 19th
Vintage Blue Glass Candlesticks
Vintage Black Glass Candle Holder
Vintage Candle Molds
Sottsass Plater
Vintage Hallmark Candles
Dansk Brass
Massive Candle