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
- Scandinavian design and Nordic design originated primarily in Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Iceland and Norway
- Introduced in the United States in mid-20th century
- Informed by the Bauhaus; 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 brass candleholders, model 70, by Pierre Forssell for Skultuna
Located in Klintehamn, SE
Pair of brass candleholders by Swedish master designer Pierre Forssell. Model no 70 and produced by Skultuna. Marked and signed underneath. Several sets available.
Pierre Forssell's...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Svend Aage Holm Sørensen Candlestick Produced by Holm Sørensen Co. in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare candlestick designed by Svend Aage Holm Sørensen. Produced by Holm Sørensen Co. in Denmark.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Candlesticks in Teak by Erik Höglund, 1950's
By Erik Höglund
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Candlesticks in Teak by Erik Höglund, 1950's
Additional Information:
Material: Teak
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Produced by Boda Trä in Sweden
Dimensions (W x D x H): 2...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Teak
Pierre Forsell Candlestick Model Variabel Produced by Skultuna in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Candlestick in brass model Variabel designed by Pierre Forsell. Produced by Skultuna in Sweden.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Candle Holder "Perform Black" in CNC Milled Aluminum and Perforated Steel
Located in Stockholm, SE
Perform is a solid metal candle holder in two parts, a CNC-milled base in aluminium and a perforated steel tube made in a factory in Sweden.
The light transmits through the perforat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Heavy candlestick in brass produced in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare and heavy candlestick in brass produced in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Candle Holder "Perform Silver" in CNC Milled Aluminum and Perforated Steel
Located in Stockholm, SE
Perform is a solid metal candle holder in two parts, a CNC-milled base in aluminium and a perforated steel tube made in a factory in Sweden.
The light transmits through the perforat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Gunnar Ander Early Candlestick Produced by Ystad Metall in Sweden
By Gunnar Ander
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare and early candlestick designed by Gunnar Ander. Produced by Ystad Metall in Sweden.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Tealight Candle Holder "Sfär Midnight Blue" 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 Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Porcelain, Glass, Cut Glass
Gunnar Ander Candlestick Produced by Ystad Metall in Sweden
By Gunnar Ander
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Candlestick designed by Gunnar Ander. Produced by Ystad Metall in Sweden.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Metal, Brass
Ceramic candlestick by Axella, Denmark, 1960's
Located in Balen, BE
Ceramic candlestick by Axella, Denmark, 1960's
This stunning ceramic candlestick by Axella, Denmark, from the 1960s beautifully captures the essence of mid-century Scandinavian desi...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Ceramic
A pair of Gunnar Ander candle sticks, silver plated metal, 1940s
By Gunnar Ander
Located in Påarp, SE
Pair of tall candle sticks in silvered metal. Designed by Gunnar Ander for Aktiebolaget Ystad Metall in the 1940s. Marked underneath.
Good condition with marks of usage.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Metal
Anders Pehrson Candlesticks Model Origo by Ateljé Lyktan in Åhus, Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Candlesticks model Origo designed by Anders Pehrson. Produced by Ateljé Lyktan in Åhus, Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Black Stoneware Candlestick 'Twist' by Rachel Peters, In Stock
Located in Wirral, GB
Contemporary Black Stoneware Candlestick 'Twist' by Rachel Peters, In Stock.
Twist is a hand-built ceramic candlestick that embodies movement and grounded elegance. Sculpted from bl...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Pair of Candle Holders by Pierre Forsell for Skultana
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of brass candle holders designed by Pierre Forsell, produced by Skultana, Sweden. Stamped with maker's mark.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Stuart Devlin, Sterling Silver Centrepiece, London, 1978
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1978 by Stuart Devlin, this stylish, modernist design, sterling silver centrepiece, features four holders for candles (or flowers), and a cast and gilt flower...
Category
1970s English Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Sterling Silver
Large and sculptural Candle Holder/dish by Axella Stentøj, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Balen, BE
Large Sculptural Candle Holder / Dish by Axella Stentøj – Denmark, 1960s
This large and sculptural ceramic candle holder/dish by Axella Stentøj, Denmark, is a striking piece of 1960...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Ceramic
Skultuna, Sweden. Two wall-mounted candle holders in brass. 21st C.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Skultuna, Sweden. A pair of wall-mounted candle holders in brass.
Designed by Pierre Forsell in the 1970s.
Produced in the 2000s.
Marked.
In perfect condition.
Height: 48.5 cm.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Skultuna, Sweden. A pair of wall-mounted candle holders in brass. 21st C.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Skultuna, Sweden. A pair of wall-mounted candle holders in brass.
Designed by Pierre Forsell in the 1970s.
Produced in the 2000s.
Marked.
In perfect condition.
Height: 48.5 cm.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Johnny Mattsson Candlesticks Produced by Johnny Mattsson in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
A pair of candlesticks designed by Johnny Mattsson. Produced by Johnny Mattsson in Sweden.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Pine
Hans-Ange Jakobsson Candlesticks
Located in Doraville, GA
DESCRIPTION
A pair of candlesticks designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson and produced by his own company, Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB sometime between 1960 - 1970. The candlesticks are solid b...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
$3,500 / set
Arthur Pe Candlesticks Produced in His Own Workshop Kolbäck in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
A set of 3 candlesticks designed by Arthur Pe. Produced in his own workshop Kolbäck in Sweden.
Dimensions large (W x D x H): 14 x 6 x 8,5 cm.
D...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Skultuna "Liljan" candle holder in brass, Designed by Ivar Ålenius Björk
Located in København, Copenhagen
Skultuna "Liljan" candle holder in brass.
Swedish modern design.
Designed by Ivar Ålenius Björk (1905-1978) for the New York Worlds Fair in 1939.
It was manufactured by Ystad Metall...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Skultuna, Sweden, "Liljan" candle holder in brass, Modern design.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Skultuna "Liljan" candle holder in brass.
Swedish modern design.
Designed by Ivar Ålenius Björk (1905-1978) for the New York Worlds Fair in 1939.
It was manufactured by Ystad Metall...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Skultuna, Sweden. Pair of "Liljan" candle holders in brass
Located in København, Copenhagen
Skultuna, a pair of "Liljan" (Lilly) candle holders in brass.
Swedish modern design.
Designed by Ivar Ålenius Björk (1905-1978) for the New York Worlds Fair in 1939.
It was manufact...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Skultuna, Sweden. "Liljan" candle holder in brass. Modern design. 21st C.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Skultuna "Liljan" candle holder in brass.
Swedish modern design.
Designed by Ivar Ålenius Björk (1905-1978) for the New York Worlds Fair in 1939.
It was manufactured by Ystad Metall...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Skultuna, Sweden. "Liljan" candle holder in brass. Modern design.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Skultuna "Liljan" candle holder in brass.
Swedish modern design.
Designed by Ivar Ålenius Björk (1905-1978) for the New York Worlds Fair in 1939.
It was manufactured by Ystad Metall...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Skultuna, Sweden. Pair of "Liljan" candle holders in brass, 21st C.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Skultuna, a pair of "Liljan" (Lilly) candle holders in brass.
Swedish modern design.
Designed by Ivar Ålenius Björk (1905-1978) for the New York Worlds Fair in 1939.
It was manufact...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Skultuna "Liljan" candle holder in brass. Swedish design. 21th C
Located in København, Copenhagen
Skultuna "Liljan" candle holder in brass.
Swedish modern design.
Designed by Ivar Ålenius Björk (1905-1978) for the New York Worlds Fair in 1939.
It was manufactured by Ystad Metall...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Skultuna "Liljan" candle holder in brass. Swedish modern design. 21th C
Located in København, Copenhagen
Skultuna "Liljan" candle holder in brass.
Swedish modern design.
Designed by Ivar Ålenius Björk (1905-1978) for the New York Worlds Fair in 1939.
It was manufactured by Ystad Metall...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Lars Holmström Candlestick in Brass by Lars Holmström in Arvika, Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare candlestick designed by Lars Holmström. Produced in his own workshop in Arvika, Sweden.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Candlestick Probably Produced in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare candlestick by unknown designer. Probably produced in Sweden.
Category
1960s European Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Candlesticks in Brass Designed by Pierre Forsell Produced by Skultuna in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Candlesticks in brass designed by Pierre Forsell. Produced by Skultuna in Sweden.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Sigurd Persson Candlesticks Model Rhomb by Sigurd Persson Design in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Set of 6 brass candlesticks model Rhomb designed by Sigurd Persson. Produced by Sigurd Persson Design in Sweden.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Skultuna "Liljan" candle holder in brass. Swedish modern design.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Skultuna "Liljan" candle holder in brass.
Swedish modern design.
Designed by Ivar Ålenius Björk (1905-1978) for the New York Worlds Fair in 1939.
It was manufactured by Ystad Metall...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Pair of candlesticks model "Valvet" by Gunnar Ander for Skultuna
By Skultuna, Gunnar Ander
Located in ALHAURÍN EL GRANDE, ES
Pair of brass candlesticks model “Valvet” ...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
$401 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pierre Forssell Large Candelstick Model 67 for Skultuna circa 1980, Forsell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Large vintage candelstick designed by Pierre Forssell for Skultuna in Sweden. The candelstick support 4 candels and is made in solid brass. The condition is original and good, good p...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall, Two Candlesticks in Brass and Clear Art Glass
Located in København, Copenhagen
Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall. Two candlesticks in brass and clear art glass shaped like flowers. 1950s.
Measures: 12.5 x 3.8 cm.
Height: 8 cm.
In excellent condition.
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Wooden Candle Holder, Small – SOFRA
Located in Orlando, FL
The SOFRA solid cedar minimalist candle holder is handcrafted from a single piece of natural cedar wood. Each piece features unique grain patterns and textures, bringing rustic charm...
Category
2010s Turkish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Wood, Cedar
Candlestick, Designed by Erik Höglund for Boda, Sweden, 1960s
By Erik Höglund
Located in Stockholm, SE
Candlestick, designed by Erik Höglund for Boda, Sweden, 1960s.
Erik Höglund was a Swedish artist known for his experimentative work with amber glass. His glass bottles, chandeliers, and candelabras are characterized by their delicate, geometric designs. At age 25, Höglund became the youngest artist to ever receive the Lunning Prize, awarded annually to up-and-coming Scandinavian designers. He created rustic designs that allowed for everyday, multiple uses of glass, allowing it to be both functional and aesthetic...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Tealight Candle Holder "Sfär Dark Night" 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 Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Porcelain, Glass, Cut Glass
Turned Wenge Candle Holder for Laurids Lonborg
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A sculptural and finely turned candle holder made of richly grained wenge.
Category
1960s American Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Wenge
Lars Holmström Candlestick Produced in His Own Workshop in Arvika, Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare candlestick designed by Lars Holmström. Produced in his own workshop in Arvika, Sweden.
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Bengt Edenfalk Candlesticks / Vases Produced by Skruf in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
A pair of candlesticks / vases designed by Bengt Edenfalk. Produced by Skruf in Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Materials
Glass
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 Skultuna, Pierre Forssell, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, and Pierre Forsell. 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 $48 and tops out at $16,687 while the average work can sell for $640.
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