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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 celebrated 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.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. 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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Style: Mid-Century Modern
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 Two Pottery Vases "red yellow" Objects by Steuler Ceramics Germany, 1970s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Set of two ceramic vase elements Producer: Steuler, Germany Decade: 1970s Description: These original vintage Vase was produced in the 1970s in ...
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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Ceramic

Walter Bosse Candleholder 'Bear'
Located in Wien, AT
Walter Bosse candleholder (bear) (The selling is without the candle it is only decoration for the photo shooting) Original condition.
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Brass

Candleholder Walter Bosse Cow, circa 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Candleholder Walter Bosse cow Good original condition. (The candle is only for decoration for the photo shooting not for sell).
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Brass

Carl Aubock Modernist Walnut Leather Candlestick Candle Holder, Austria, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
A rare midcentury candleholder from the 1950s by Carl Auböck. It is completely handmade and has a cylindrical top, made of walnut with a brass interior on leather covered stem and a ...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Metal, Brass, Iron

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

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

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Red Enamel Candlesticks by Emalox Norway, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Vintage mid-century modern pair of candlestick holders by Emalox Norway. Aluminium with red enamel. Very good condition with felt on the bo...
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1960s Norwegian Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Aluminum, Enamel

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

Brass Candle Holder, Vienna, Around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Brass candle holder, Vienna, around 1950s Original condition.
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Brass

Candle holder by richard rohac ( signed )
Located in Wien, AT
Candle holder by richard rohac ( signed ) Original condition
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Brass

WMF "Ikora" Candle Holder Germany Around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
WMF "Ikora" candle holder germany around 1950s Polished and stove enamelled
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1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Brass

Candle Holder, Vienna, Around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Candle holder vienna around 1950s. Original condition.
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Brass

Hertha Baller Candle Vienna Around, 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Hertha Baller candle vienna around 1950s Original condition.
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Brass

Brass Hammered Candleholder for 4 Candles, circa 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Brass hammered candleholder for 4 candles, circa 1950s Original condition.
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Brass

Candle Holder, Vienna, Around 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
Candle holder, Vienna, around 1960s. Brass and copper combination Original condition.
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Brass, Copper

Candleholder by Walter Bosse
Located in Wien, AT
Candleholder by Walter Bosse. Excellent original condition.  
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Brass

Candle Holder 'bird' by Walter Bosse, around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Candle holder (bird) by Walter Bosse, around 1950s Original condition The candle is only for the photoshoot (not included).
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Brass

Walter Bosse Candle Holder 'Bear'
Located in Wien, AT
Walter Bosse candle holder (bear) (The selling is without the candle it is only decoration for the photo shooting) Original condition.  
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Polished Brass Lily Candleholders by Konst of Sweden
Located in New York, NY
This elegant and graphic pair of candleholders were realized by the esteemed Swedish maker, Konst, circa 1960. The feature curved tapered forms- suggesting two lily petals, rising up...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Brass

Set of Three Pottery Candleholder by Cari Zalloni for Steuler, Germany, 1970s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Set of three ceramic candleholder elements Producer: Steuler, Germany Design: Cari Zalloni Decade: 1970s Description: These original v...
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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Ceramic

Walter Bosse Candleholder 'Bear', circa 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Walter Bosse candleholder (bear), circa 1950s (The selling is without the candle it is only decoration for the photo shooting) Original condition.
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Brass

Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders in Brass, Denmark 1960's
Located in Den Haag, NL
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern candle holders in brass, Denmark 1960's.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Brass

Pineapple Polished Nickel Candle Holder
Located in Stamford, CT
Large pierced pineapple candle holder newly re-plated in polished nickel.
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Brass, Nickel

Bronze Candle Holder by Alexander Lamont
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the exquisite Bronze Candle Holder by Alexander Lamont - a striking addition to your home décor that effortlessly combines elegance and f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Bronze

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

Sculptural Brass Candleholder Object by Günter Kupetz for WMF, Germany 1950s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Candleholder Producer: WMF, Germany Design: Günter Kupetz Decade: 1950s Material: brass Description: ...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Metal

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

Brutalist Brass Wall Candleholder by Emil Funk KG, Germany, 1950s
By Emil Funk
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Brass wall candleholder Producer: Emil Funk KG Neuruppin, Germany This original vintage wall candleholder was produced...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Handmade Massive Brass Austrian Brass Candelabra, Signed
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Handmade and probably no longer find so. Solid brass, beautifully patinated. Simple and elegant.
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Brass

Set of Two Pottery Candleholder by Cari Zalloni for Steuler, Germany, 1970s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Set of two ceramic candleholder elements Model: 150-25 Producer: Steuler, Germany Design: Cari Zalloni Decade: 1970s Description: The...
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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Ceramic

Pair of Tall Candle Holders in Bronze Signed A.K.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous pair of bronze candle holders with incredible design details made in solid bronze with ram heads, flowers and other figures. The pieces are marked A.K. on the inside. ...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Bronze

Vintage Mid-Century Candle Holder Att. to Karl Hagenauer, Austria, 1930/50's
Located in Vienna, AT
This thin, delicate nickle-plated brass candle holder dates from the late 1930's to the 1950's and thus elegantly shows the marriage of Mid-Century and Art-Deco forms. It is attribut...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Brass, Nickel

Pair of British Mid-Century Modern Nickel Helix Form Candle Holders
Located in New York, NY
This elegant pair of Mid-Century Modern candle holders were realized in England circa 1960. They offer circular bases with hand etched geometric designs that ascend into a sculptural...
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1960s English Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Nickel

vintage Tripod metal and copper Candleholder by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Sweden 1970
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
tripod candleholder. Designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson. Produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson A B, Markaryd, Sweden. Original Hans-Agne Jakobsson candleholder produced in Sweden by his ow...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Metal, Copper

Documented Karl Springer Set of Three Midcentury Brass and Chrome Candlesticks
Located in New York, NY
This stunning and dramatic set of candlesticks were realized by Karl Springer- one of the most influential and important designers of the 20th century- in America, circa 1985. It features a concave base and a convex top connected by a cylindrical body all in lustrous brass with a chrome banding at the base and pinnacle of the bodies. Two of the candles are the same length, while the third (meant to be positioned in the center) is taller. The candle affixes to the center of the top of each candle stick via a pointed conical pin in chrome. With its austere form and bold modernist lines- inspired by the verve and élan of first rate Art Deco design- these candlesticks are as versatile as they are gorgeous. They would be a winning addition to any style of interior from Classic Mid-Century Modern to contemporary. Excellent condition. The candlesticks are documented on page 17 of the Springer catalogue...
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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Chrome, Brass

Set of 3 Wrought Iron and Glass Candelabra by Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This elegant set of candelabra or candleholders was designed by Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metall in Sweden in the 1960s. The tripod candelabra is made o...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Wrought Iron

Jens Quistgaard Silver Plate Crown Candle Centerpiece by Dansk
Located in Miami, FL
Original Jens Quistgaard silver plate crown candle centerpiece by Dansk. Comes in the original box. Shows a warm aged patina which can be polished to perfection. Dimension centerpiec...
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Late 20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Silver Plate

Candlesticks by Riedel Austria from the 1970s
Located in Vienna, AT
Architectural cast clear glass set of three candles, made by Riedel Austria in the 1970s Set of three.
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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Art Glass

Pair of Large Art Deco Bronze and Brass Candle Holders, France, 1930's
Located in Den Haag, NL
Pair of large Art Deco bronze and brass candle holders, France, 1930's.
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1930s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Brass, Bronze

Dansk Candleholder by Jens Quistgaard
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Wonderful Danish designed multi-head candleholder. Designed by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk. Candleholder heads can be adjusted horizontally in a spiral.
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Iron

large 43cm Brass Glass Candleholder Made by Hans-Agne Jakobsson Ab, Sweden 1960s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Candleholder element with super rare dark red shade Design: Hans-Agne Jakobsson Producer: Hans-Agne Jakobsson ab, Sweden This candlelight holder was designed by Hans A...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Metal, Brass

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

Danish Mid-Century Modern Stoneware by Søholm 1960s, Set of 6
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Modern Stoneware by Søholm, Denmark 1960s. Set of 6. Six pieces of gorgeous Danish vintage ceramic from Soholm. This set consists of: - Vase no. 3346. - Vas...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Ceramic

Pair Van Keppel Green VKG Iron Candelabras Candleholders with Varying Heights
Located in Chicago, IL
This pair of iron candelabras or candleholders by Van Keppel Green (VKG) are two different variations from the same line of decorative accesso...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Wrought Iron

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

Chrome and Brass Midcentury Candlesticks, Set of Seven, 1970s
Located in Downingtown, PA
Chrome and brass midcentury candlesticks, Set of seven, 1970-80s Stunning brass and chrome Mid-Century Modern candlesticks. Each ch...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Brass, Chrome

Vintage 1950s-1960s WMF Kerzenständer Candleholder by Günter Kupetz Wagenfeld
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Candleholder Producer: WMF, Germany Design: Günter Kupetz Decade: 1950s Material: Metal / silver plated ...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Metal

Gold and Lucite Twisted Pretzel Candlestick Holder/Candelabra by Dorothy Thorpe
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
A single Lucite and gold-plated brass candlestick holder/candelabrum by American designer Dorothy Thorpe, circa 1940s. With its use of a single piece bent and twisted acrylic to form...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Gold Plate, Brass

a pair of modernist 1970's Sterling Silver Candleholders, London 1977, signed
Located in London, Fitzrovia
An unusual and stylish pair of modernist sterling silver candle holders, London, 1977, UK Quite chunky, very good quality and design. signed. Please note that we often have a much sh...
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20th Century English Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Sterling Silver

Pair of Large Brass Japanese Candlesticks on a Round Scalloped Base and Top
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Fabulous pair of large brass candlesticks on a round scalloped base. Tall form with scalloped base and upper part underneath of the candle pro...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Brass

Set of Six Timo Sarpaneva Festivo Candlesticks for Iittala
Located in Vienna, AT
Festivo candlesticks by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala. One of the glasses glued see last two pictures. Glass with bubbles.
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1970s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Art Glass

Midcentury Candleholder in Brass from Austria
Located in Vienna, Austria
Decorative midcentury candleholder from Austria. It comes as a set and includes scissors for controlling the wick and another element for snuffing the fra...
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1950s Austrian Vintage 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

Set of Two Pottery Vases Objects by Steuler Ceramics, Germany, 1970s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Set of two ceramic vase elements Producer: Steuler, Germany Decade: 1970s Description: These original vintage Vase was produced in the 1970s in ...
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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Ceramic

Set of 8 Holmegaard Glass Candleholders, 1980s
Located in Asaa, DK
Set of 8 Holmegaard glass candleholders, 1980s Set of four "Capriole" and four "Lotus" candleholders for tea lights or other small candles. Handmade at Holmegaard Glassworks in Denm...
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1980s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Glass

Iittala, Finland Pair of Art Glass Candleholders
Located in New York, NY
Iittala Finland. Midcentury pair of candleholders or candlesticks. Excellent condition. Complimentary free domestic shipping for this item.
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Glass

Peter Karpf for Lundtofte Denmark Modernist Candle Stick
Located in Ferndale, MI
Minimalist modern brush chrome Lundtofte Denmark candleholder.
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Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Steel, Chrome

Huge Studio Pottery Vase Object by Heiner Balzar for Steuler, Germany, 1970s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Ceramic vase object Design: Heiner Balzar Producer: Steuler, Germany Decade: 1970s This original vintage cera...
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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Ceramic

Set of Four Pottery Candleholder by Cari Zalloni for Steuler, Germany, 1970s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Set of four ceramic candleholder elements Producer: Steuler, Germany Design: Cari Zalloni Decade: 1970s Description: These original vi...
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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

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Ceramic

Mid-century Modern more candle holders for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern more candle holders 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 more candle holders created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, brass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern more candle holders made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original more candle holders, popular names associated with this style include Walter Bosse, Herta Baller, Steuler, and Jens Quistgaard. 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 more candle holders differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $28 and tops out at $16,475 while the average work can sell for $575.

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