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MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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Item Ships From: USA
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Danish Modern Brass Candlesticks by Max Bruel for Torben Orskov
Located in Atlanta, GA
Danish modern brass candlesticks, designed by Max Bruel for Torben Orskov, Denmark, circa 1960s. They retain their warm original patina. They are priced at $175 each.
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Translucent Glass Doric Column Candlesticks
Located in New York, NY
This elegant pair of Mid-Century Modern candlesticks was realized in the United States, circa 1960. Modeled after the Doric columns of ancient Greece, the piece offers a circular bas...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Glass

Set of Three Silver Plated Candleholders by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Very cool zig-zag pattern silver plated tapered candleholders designed by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk. Each holder holds 12 tapers. Two are stamped France and the other is stamped Japan.
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Metal

Flower Floater Candleholder by Pipsan Swanson Saarinen, 1948
Located in San Diego, CA
Flower Floater candleholder designed by Eva Lisa (Pipsan) Saarinen Swanson and manufactured by U.S. Glass Company in 1948. Eva Lisa (Pipsan) Saarinen Swanson is part of an influent...
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1950s North American Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Glass

Vintage Mid Century Modern Danish Brutalist Candle Holder by Dansk Jens
Located in Seattle, WA
Possibly Cast Iron. Makers Mark at the Bottom. Produced by Dansk. Circa 1960s. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured. Dimensions. 4 1/2 Diameter ; 1 1/2 H
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Cast Stone

Japanese Cast Iron Candleholder inspired by Quistgaard Denmark, Midcentury
Located in San Diego, CA
Japanese cast iron candleholder inspired by Quistgaard, Denmark Cast iron 1960s candleholder. Mid-Century Modern Brutalist spider MCM Style made in Japan.  Mid-Century, Hollywood Reg...
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1950s Japanese Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Iron

Vintage Articulated Adjustable Candle Stand
Located in Seattle, WA
Candle Or Decor Display With pedestal. Possibly Iron or Similar Material. Adjustable at all Joints. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured. Dimensions:- 36 W ; 9 D ; 10 H
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Iron

Vintage Brutalist Style Decorative Wall Hanging.
Located in Seattle, WA
Possibly Used as a Candle Holder.Appears to be Handmade. Made From Iron or Similar Material. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured. Dimensions. 10 W ; 7 D ; 37 H
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Iron

1960s Bronze Candle Holder Exotic Wood Don Shoemaker Mexico
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Fascinating piece Don Shoemaker Votive Candleholder Mexico 1960s Bronze & Exotic Cocobolo Wood. Fine Mexican Modernism Original Preowned Vintage Unrestored...
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1960s Mexican Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Bronze

Vintage Decorative Candle Holder With Floral Design.
Located in Seattle, WA
Pentane Brass Toned Vintage Candle Holder with Floral Design. There is a Hook on the Back for Wall Hanging. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured. Dimensions. 6 W ; 5 D ...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Brass

1970s Capiz Shell Tea Light Candle Holders, Set of 2
Located in Charleston, SC
A set of 2 vintage midcentury tea light candle holders with brass tone metal. This set comes with 2 different shades of green. Acquired from a Hilton Head Island estate.
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1970s Philippine Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Metal

1960s Weighted Web Pewter Silver & Brass Candle Holders, a Pair
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of 1960s weighted web pewter candle holders. Dual silver and brass tone. Very Good condition. Measure 4" in diameter and 8.5" in height. WCHURU042022.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Brass, Pewter

Biomorphic Candle Holder in the Style of Don Shoemaker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand carved burl wood candelabra. The freeform candle holder features placement for three candle sticks perfect for a dining or coffee table. Dimensions 16.75" width x 7.5" depth x ...
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Wood, Burl

Vintage Kerry Irish Art Glass Ice Block Votive Candle Holders a Pair
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage modern “Ice Cube” art glass taper candle holder pair. Set of 2 Vintage Kerry Glass Ireland swirl art Glass candlestick candle holders Vintage Kerry ...
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Mid-20th Century Irish Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Hand Painted Portuguese Candle Holder
Located in Seattle, WA
Hand Painted Portuguese Candle Holder. Dimensions. 4 1/2 W ; 4 1/2 D ; 9 1/2 H.
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Wood

Vintage Snail Tea Light Candle Holder
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Snail Tea Light Candle Holder Dimensions. 5 1/2 W ; 3 1/2 D ; 5 1/2 H.
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Wood

Goran Warff Kosta Sweden Unique Signed Art Glass Candle Holder Vibrant Color
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Goran Warff Kosta Sweden Unique Signed Art Glass Candle holder in very vibrant colors. Signed as pictured.
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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Art Glass

Pair of Mid-Century Cala Lily Candle Holders in Silver Plate by Hans Jensen
Located in New York, NY
This elegant pair of Mid-Century Modern silver plate Cala Lily candle holders were realized in Denmark by the esteemed maker Hans Jensen circa 1960...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Silver Plate

Classic Rosenthal Turnus 24 % Lead Crystal Glass Vase Vessel Studio Line Germany
Located in Miami, FL
Striking original Rosenthal Turnus Geometric Lead crystal glass vase, Vessel by Rosenthal Studio Line made in Germany. Marked with black foil label Rosenthal classic, 24% lead-crys...
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1980s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Crystal

Mid-Century Danish Modern Candelabra
Located in San Diego, CA
Danish Modern candelabra with metal frame and acrylic cups. Would make a great table centerpiece. Denmark, 1950s.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Metal

20th Century American Pair of Silver-Plated Metal Candle Holders by Godinger
By Golding Co.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage late Mid-Century Modern American pair of candle holders made of hand crafted silver-plated metal, produced by Godinger in good condition. The candlesticks represent the Swe...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Metal, Silver

Pukeberg Walther Art Glass Candle Holders, 1970's
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-Century Pukeberg Walther art glass candle holders in a transparent "iceberg" modernist motif made of solid glass in Sweden, 1970's. Large Pukeberg Walther candle holder measures ...
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Glass

Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bronze Candlesticks, 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 3 bronze cylindrical candleticks Measuring approx 3.5" - 7" Scandinavian Modern circa 1950s.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Bronze

Mid-Century Modern Brass Candle Holders
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An extraordinary set of three 1960's candleholders in good condition. Beautifully hand-crafted out of brass these eye-catching candleholders have been professionally restored and are...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Brass

Mid-Century Danish Teak Candlesticks
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of elegant vintage 1960's candlesticks. Turned teak wood, made in Denmark. Brass candleholders inside. The teak has a really nice graining and vintage patina.
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Teak

Blackened Brass Bear Candleholder/Figurine by Walter Bosse and Herta Baller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Viennese bear figurine designed by Walter Bosse and Herta Baller as part of “Black Golden Line" (Austria, ca. 1950). Composed of solid brass patinated in a black finish,...
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Brass

Geometric Art Deco Candle Holder
Located in South Charleston, WV
Production date unknown. Assumed 1950's. comprises of welded brass tube with 2 removable candle spouts for insertion of candles. No markings. Work would compliment a machine age or F...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Brass

Large Pierced Ceramic Tabletop Orb Sculpture, Cobalt Blue
Located in Oakland, CA
Inspired by Mid-Century Modern design, this piece is wheel thrown and hand pierced stoneware with a glossy cobalt glaze with black highlights. Smaller holes are created when the clay...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Ceramic, Clay

Pair of 24K Gold Single Branch Candleholders w/ Rock Crystals by Claude Boeltz
Located in New York, NY
This dramatic and stunning pair of modernist candlesticks were realized in France by the esteemed artisan Claude Victor Boeltz. They offer an exploded form sculpted, by hand, and cas...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Gold

Pair of 24Karat Gold Low Branch Candleholders w/ Rock Crystals by Claude Boeltz
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated and stunning pair of modernist candlesticks were realized in France by the esteemed artisan Claude Victor Boeltz. They offer an exploded form sculpted, by hand, an...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Gold

Vintage Distressed Cast Iron Japanese Pagoda Lantern
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage distressed cast iron Japanese pagoda lantern, circa 1950s. The lantern has a great distressed rust patina and a wonderful look. The pie...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Iron

Vintage Distressed Cast Iron Japanese Pagoda Lantern
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage distressed cast iron Japanese pagoda lantern, circa 1950s. The lantern has a great distressed rust patina and a wonderful look. The pie...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Iron

Pair of Modernist Rosewood Candlesticks
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of modernist rosewood candlesticks, circa 1970s. The pair are in very good condition and are capped with a round brass candle liner. The diameter of the holders are 3.75" and th...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Rosewood

1940s Grouping Pair Candleholders & Center Piece Abingdon Pottery Flower Motif
Located in Miami, FL
Grouping of a pair of candleholders and center piece bowl from the mid-1940s by Abingdon Pottery. The two porcelain candleholders hold two candles eac...
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1940s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Ceramic, Porcelain

20th Century Swedish Svenskt Tenn Brass Slingan, Candle Holder by Josef Frank
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A gold, vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish Slingan, candle holder made of handcrafted polished brass, designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn in good condition. Each of ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Metal, Brass

20th Century Swedish Ystad-Metall Candlestick, Chrome Holder by Gunnar Ander
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A round, vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish Ljusstake, candlestick made of hand crafted chrome, designed by Gunnar Ander and produced by Ystad-Metall in good condition. The Scandinavian candle holder...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Metal, Chrome

Tall Swedish Glass Block Candleholder by Goran Warff for Kosta Boda
Located in New York, NY
Tall 1980s Swedish glass block candleholder by Goran Warff. Votive candle appears to float within the crystal block, creating a beautiful ambiance. Signed and numbered with engraved...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Art Glass

20th Century Swedish Ystad-Metall Candlestick, Golden Holder by Gunnar Ander
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A round, vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish Ljusstake, candlestick made of hand crafted white-metal, designed by Gunnar Ander and produced by Ystad-Metall in good condition. The golden Scandinavian candle...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Metal

Vintage Mid-Century Hugo Grun Prima Kidney Shape Candle Holders
By Hugo Grün & Co. 1
Located in San Diego, CA
Set of 3 vintage silver plated candle holders by Prima from Denmark. These pieces feature kidney bean shapes with single candle sconces near the l...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Metal

20th Century Italian Pair of Murano Glass Candle Holders by Barovier & Toso
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern Italian pair of candleholders made of hand blown Pulegoso Murano glass, designed and produced by Barovier & Toso, in good condition. Wear consistent with...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Murano Glass

Black Orchid Candlestick Holders by Michael Aram
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the exquisite "Black Orchid" Candlestick Holders by Michael Aram, a captivating addition to your home décor collection. Crafted with meticulou...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Nickel

Modernist Signed Turned Wood Candle Holders, 1978
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Pair of Modernist turned candle stick holders. On the bottom it reads "Christmas 1978" along with the initials CHW.
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Walnut

Mid-Century Modern 'Eldorado' Signed George Briard Silver Candlestick Holder
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Mid Century Modern "Eldorado" candlestick was realized by the celebrated studio of George Briard in the United States circa 1960. Realized in lustrous silver plate it fe...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Silver Plate

Set of Colorful Danish Candlesticks
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A great set of four Danish turned wood candlesticks. The taller ones are 11.75"H, the yellow are 7.75"H.
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Teak

Set of Three Marble Candle Holders
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
The set is of three marble candle holders. Heights: 5.5"H, 7"H and 9"H. More sets are available.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Marble

Large Pierced Ceramic Tabletop Orb Sculpture, Cobalt Blue
Located in Oakland, CA
Inspired by Mid-Century Modern design, this piece is wheel thrown and hand pierced stoneware with a glossy cobalt glaze with black highlights. Smaller holes are created when the clay...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Ceramic, Clay

Bjorn Wiinblad Style Figural Lady Dress Candlestick Candleholders, a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Bjorn Wiinblad style figural lady dress candlestick candle holders - a pair. Item features a female figure with dress and earrings, cast...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Metal

Danish Rosewood Candle Holders, circa 1960
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Danish Rosewood candle holders, circa 1960.
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Rosewood

Pair of Hand Wrought Modernist Candle Stick Holders Marked J. Swoboda Austria
Located in Ferndale, MI
Pair of asymmetrical table top wrought steel candle holders. Hand wrought sculptural steel bases support steel cups for candles. Ball feet cap each end. Bot...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Wrought Iron

Red Murano Tealight Holder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian red Murano glass tealight holder hand blown with bubbles inside the glass using Bollicine technique / Made in Italy, circa 1960s Measure...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Murano Glass

American Mid Century Modern Atomic Age Pair of Candleholders Set
By Weinberg
Located in San Diego, CA
Great simple design on these pair of atomic age welded black enameled metal, striking design circa 1950's.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Metal

Mid Century Design Hurricane, Large
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Custom Designed and Custom made for a designer in Los Angeles. The square base is cast in bronze with a Silver painted finish. Mounted with round pad ...
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Early 2000s North American Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Glass

Trio of Mid Century Yellow Amber Glass Candleholders by Lazy Susan
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful set of yellow amber glass candleholders. Each candleholder is a different height and the trio beautifully complement different décor styles with style and beauty. Each piec...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Glass

Brass Poinsettia Candle Holders, a Pair
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A pair of brass poinsettia candlestick holders. Perfect for setting a holiday table. Dimensions: 5" Diameter 2" Tall.
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20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Brass

Pair of Midcentury Candleholders by Laurids Lonborg
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of midcentury candleholders by Laurids Lonborg, circa 1960s. The holders are in good vintage condition with age appropriate wear; they ho...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Metal

Monumental Maitland Smith Tessellated Marble Stone and Gilt Candlestick
Located in Miami, FL
Large scale candlestick in neoclassical form rendered in tessellated marble stone and gilt by Maitland smith.
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Mid-20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Stone, Marble

Modernist Turned Aluminum Candleholders
Located in Denton, TX
Mid century crescent shaped aluminum candleholders.
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Aluminum

Tiffany & Co. Pair of Sterling Silver Mid-Century Modern English Candlesticks
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. pair of two rare English-made sterling silver candlesticks (h 7.5 in; w 4.5 in) from 1959. They are in a Mid-Century Modern style with a beautiful geometric design. Tot...
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1950s British Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Sterling Silver

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