Majolica Pink Daisy Candelstick Delphin Massier circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica Pink Daisy Candelstick Delphin Massier circa 1890.
1890s French Antique Art Nouveau Candle Holders
Ceramic
In its sinuous lines and flamboyant curves inspired by the natural world, antique Art Nouveau furniture reflects a desire for freedom from the stuffy social and artistic strictures of the Victorian era. The Art Nouveau movement developed in the decorative arts in France and Britain in the early 1880s and quickly became a dominant aesthetic style in Western Europe and the United States.
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Art Nouveau — which spanned furniture, architecture, jewelry and graphic design — can be easily identified by its lush, flowing forms suggested by flowers and plants, as well as the lissome tendrils of sea life. Although Art Deco and Art Nouveau were both in the forefront of turn-of-the-20th-century design, they are very different styles — Art Deco is marked by bold, geometric shapes while Art Nouveau incorporates dreamlike, floral motifs. The latter’s signature motif is the "whiplash" curve — a deep, narrow, dynamic parabola that appears as an element in everything from chair arms to cabinetry and mirror frames.
The visual vocabulary of Art Nouveau was particularly influenced by the soft colors and abstract images of nature seen in Japanese art prints, which arrived in large numbers in the West after open trade was forced upon Japan in the 1860s. Impressionist artists were moved by the artistic tradition of Japanese woodblock printmaking, and Japonisme — a term used to describe the appetite for Japanese art and culture in Europe at the time — greatly informed Art Nouveau.
The Art Nouveau style quickly reached a wide audience in Europe via advertising posters, book covers, illustrations and other work by such artists as Aubrey Beardsley, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec and Alphonse Mucha. While all Art Nouveau designs share common formal elements, different countries and regions produced their own variants.
In Scotland, the architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh developed a singular, restrained look based on scale rather than ornament; a style best known from his narrow chairs with exceedingly tall backs, designed for Glasgow tea rooms. Meanwhile in France, Hector Guimard — whose iconic 1896 entry arches for the Paris Metro are still in use — and Louis Majorelle produced chairs, desks, bed frames and cabinets with sweeping lines and rich veneers.
The Art Nouveau movement was known as Jugendstil ("Youth Style") in Germany, and in Austria the designers of the Vienna Secession group — notably Koloman Moser, Josef Hoffmann and Joseph Maria Olbrich — produced a relatively austere iteration of the Art Nouveau style, which mixed curving and geometric elements.
Art Nouveau revitalized all of the applied arts. Ceramists such as Ernest Chaplet and Edmond Lachenal created new forms covered in novel and rediscovered glazes that produced thick, foam-like finishes. Bold vases, bowls and lighting designs in acid-etched and marquetry cameo glass by Émile Gallé and the Daum Freres appeared in France, while in New York the glass workshop-cum-laboratory of Louis Comfort Tiffany — the core of what eventually became a multimedia decorative-arts manufactory called Tiffany Studios — brought out buoyant pieces in opalescent favrile glass.
Jewelry design was revolutionized, as settings, for the first time, were emphasized as much as, or more than, gemstones. A favorite Art Nouveau jewelry motif was insects (think of Tiffany, in his famed Dragonflies glass lampshade).
Like a mayfly, Art Nouveau was short-lived. The sensuous, languorous style fell out of favor early in the 20th century, deemed perhaps too light and insubstantial for European tastes in the aftermath of World War I. But as the designs on 1stDibs demonstrate, Art Nouveau retains its power to fascinate and seduce.
There are ways to tastefully integrate a touch of Art Nouveau into even the most modern interior — browse an extraordinary collection of original antique Art Nouveau furniture on 1stDibs, which includes decorative objects, seating, tables, garden elements and more.
Majolica Pink Daisy Candelstick Delphin Massier circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica Pink Daisy Candelstick Delphin Massier circa 1890.
Ceramic
Gilt Bronze Tiffany "Puddlestick" Candlestick New York 20th Century
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Tiffany Studios gilt bronze "Puddlestick" candlestick. Signed with stamped signature "Tiffany Studios New York 1213" to bottom.
Bronze
Tiffany Studios Bronze Candlesticks Model 1201. Arts & Crafts, circa 1910
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
A sculptural pair of American Arts & Crafts bronze candlesticks produced by Tiffany Studios, New York, circa 1905–1915. Model number 1201, cast in heavy bronze and finished with ...
Bronze
Brass silvered jugendstil candle holder for 3 candles vienna around 1908
Located in Wien, Au
Brass silvered jugendstil candle holder for 3 candles vienna around 1908 Original condition
Brass
Pair of Bronze Verdigris Art Nouveau Sculptural Candle Holders
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Pair of vintage candle holders features cast bronze construction with striking floral stems and bases supporting conical candle holders with flared out rims. The stems are sculpted a...
Bronze
Pair of silvered pewter candlesticks, Art Nouveau - Achille Gamba
Located in Firenze, FI
Elegant pair of silver-plated pewter candlesticks in Art Nouveau style, designed by Achille Gamba. Germany early 20th century. Each candelabra depicts a stylized female figure with ...
Silver, Pewter
Antique Crystal Bohemian Emerald Green Enamel Pair Overlaid Lusters Candlesticks
Located in Dublin, Ireland
A stylish example of a fine pair of bohemian emerald green ground gilt heightened white enamel hand cut full lead crystal lustres of outstanding quali...
Crystal, Enamel
Early 20th C Pair Of Three Armed Sterling Silver Candlabras Circa 1910
Located in Incline Village, NV
Pair of early 20th century Art Nouveau sterling silver three armed candlabras in excellent and completely all original condition with all parts and elements intact, including drip tr...
Sterling Silver
A pair of English Art Nouveau candlesticks with flowing organic decor
Located in London, GB
A nice quality pair of English Art Nouveau candle sticks with flowing organic decoration throughout. Price for the pair.
Brass
Elegant Brass and Copper Art Nouveau Candlestick by Carl Deffner Germany 1910s
By Carl Deffner
Located in Malmö, SE
An elegant counterweight Art Nouveau / Jugendstil candlestick with amazing patina. Model 518 in the 1902 Deffner Catalog. Made from brass and copper by manufacturer Carl Deffner in E...
Brass, Copper
Fine crystal Wine jug Gustave Serrurier-Bovy. c.1900 Arts & Crafts Décor
Located in London, GB
A Fine crystal jug designed by Gustave Serrurier-Bovy. A Stylish wine pitcher made from Belgian crystal with banded Brass fittings, Serrurier-Bovy influential in developing A...
Brass
Art Nouveau Brass Wall Mount Candlesticks, 1930s
Located in Verviers, BE
Art Nouveau brass pair of Wall Mount candlesticks 1930s Originel Patina Excellent condition. looks simply stunning.
Brass
$5,000 / set
Gingko Candlesticks by Mark Bankowsky
Located in Palm Desert, CA
These bronze gingko leaf candlesticks inspired by the naturalistic designs of the Art Nouveau period are by Marc Bankowsky. Originally conceived for the restaurant of famed French restauranteur Pierre Gognaire, they proved popular enough that they are now offered to a wider audience. The focal point are the 2 leaves of the gingko. The top of the leaves are scored, the undersides are smooth. The candles are supported by a wonderful spiraling detail at the center of each leaf. Naturalistically cast, with the high areas polished, these candlesticks are hand signed by the artist (see image #10) as well as his cipher that is in the mold. Currently, we have 2 pair available and the collection of 4 would make an impressive statement on a large table. Offered for less as we were able to acquire these on the secondary market, here's your chance! Online Bio (artsy): "Designer and decorator Marc Bankowsky creates furniture and accessories using materials including metal, plaster, resin, and lambswool. Often inspired by the natural world, Bankowksy has produced candlestick-holders and sconces in the form of flowers and leaves, and bronze table legs...
Bronze
Antique Art Nouveau Pairpoint Large Silver Plated Candelabra. 1880s-1900s
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Antique Art Nouveau large candelabra features ornate, highly detailed, sculptural form with 4 curved arms radiating from the central candle holder. The silver plated, heavy metal can...
Silver Plate, Bronze
Tiffany Studios "Jeweled" Candlestick / Pulled Feather Favrile Shade
Located in Tarry Town, NY
An exceptional example of early 20th-century American design, this tall candlestick lamp by Tiffany Studios, New York showcases the refined artistry and innovation that define the wo...
Bronze
Stunning French Art Nouveau Brass Candelabra, 1940s
Located in Frederiksberg C, DK
Stunning French Art Nouveau Brass Candelabra, 1940s Elegant and sculptural French brass candelabrum from the 1940s, exquisitely handcrafted w...
Brass
French Gilt Copper Eagle Sculpture 19th century Arts & Crafts Décor
Located in London, GB
19th Century French Gilt Copper Eagle Sculpture (30 cm) A finely detailed 19th century French gilt copper model of an eagle, expertly cast and richly chased with naturalistic feathe...
Brass, Copper, Ormolu
$3,950 / set
Tiffany Studios Bronze Pair Candlesticks #1213
Located in Toledo, OH
Pair of bronze candlesticks by Tiffany Studios circa 1905. Marked Tiffany Studios New York #1213 on the underside of the base. Textured bronze dore finish. Excellent condition.
Bronze
Tiffany Studios Tall Candlestick with "Pulled Feather" Shade "Circa 1910"
Located in Tarry Town, NY
An exquisite and rare pair of tall candlestick lamps by the renowned Tiffany Studios, New York, crafted circa 1910. These striking examples of early 20th-century American decorative ...
Bronze
Pair of Art Nouveau Silvered Pewter Figural Candelabras
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Art Nouveau silvered pewter candelabras with female figures surrounded by 8 arms (Attributed to WMF) (PRICED AS Pair)
Silver, Pewter
Pair Tiffany Studios No. 1312 Patinated Bronze & Blue Favrile Glass Candelabra
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Tiffany Studios No. 1312 Patinated Bronze & Blue Favrile Glass Candelabra Estate of John Loring (1939–2026), the renowned Design Director of Tiffany & Co An exceptional and...
Bronze
$5,199Sale Price / set|35% Off
Pair of Silvered Pewter Art Nouveau Candelabra by Achille Gamba
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Nouveau silvered Pewter Candelabra a pair Pair of Art Nouveau silvered pewter candelabra / candleholder with female figure surrounded by 6 arms for six candles (probably WMF) Ea...
Pewter
Pair of art nouveau candlesticks Austrian urania imperial zinn candelabra
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Pair of art nouveau candlesticks from the 1920s from the Austrian manufacturer Urania Imperial Zinn. The two candelabra are in solid patinated bronze representing a woman with six br...
Bronze
Tiffany Studios Tall Blown Out Candlestick
Located in Bronx, NY
This vintage early 20th century authentic Tiffany Studios candlestick is decorated with blown out green color favrile art glass in its candle cup. The candlestick has beautiful dark ...
Bronze
Pair Of Jack Brubaker Bronze, Brass Calla Lilly Candlesticks
Located in New York, NY
Artisan handcrafted stylized Calla Lilly candlesticks crafted in bronze with brass flowers. Signed
Bronze, Copper
$312Sale Price / set|42% Off
Vintage Holyland Brass Candlesticks with Green Eliat Stones, Tamar Israel
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A pair of Art Nouveau / Arts & Crafts styled israeli candlesticks in cast ornamented and partially perforated brass. Set with polished oval pieces of Eliat. The Eilat stone...
Brass
Art Nouveau Candelabra, Brass, 20th Century Design, 9x10 Inches, 1920
Located in Worcester Park, GB
This elegant brass candelabrum is a refined example of Art Nouveau design from the early 20th century, distinguished by its flowing lines and sculptural form. Crafted entirely of br...
Brass
Silver Plated Owl Candlesticks by Robert and Belk
Located in Newark, England
FREE WORLD WIDE SHIPPING This pair of English silver plated owl candlesticks by Robert and Belk are modelled as standing owls supporting tulip form candle cups raised above their h...
Silver Plate
Daum Candleholder, Collectible Decorative Object, Glass, 1990, France
By Daum
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Daum France Pâte de Verre Rose Candleholder, Signed An exquisite Daum France pâte de verre crystal candleholder, beautifully sculpted as a cluster of blooming roses in delicate shad...
Crystal
$682Sale Price / set|25% Off
Art Nouveau Bronze Candle Holders, Hand-Crafted, United States, 1905
Located in Round Top, TX
Pair of early 20th-century bronze candle holders, each marked to the base “Pat’d Sept. 19 – 1905.” Substantial in scale with graceful, balanced proportions and a commanding presence....
Bronze
Georg Jensen Pair of Sterling Silver Five-Light Candelabra #481b by Johan Rohde
By Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
A rare and important pair of early Decorative Georg Jensen Five-Light Candelabra, Model #481b, designed in 1920 by Johan Rohde. This exceptional and generously scaled pair embodies ...
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Large Five-Light Candelabra 474
Located in Hellerup, DK
A pair of extra-large Georg Jensen sterling silver candelabra, design #474 by Johan Rohde. This design features many of the same elements as Rohde's iconic acorn silverware pattern a...
Sterling Silver
Antique 5-Arm Sculptural Art Nouveau Candelabra in Brass
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Magnificent candleholder in brass. Distinct early 20th century art nouveau - jugend styling. Female seductress with long hair/head scarf that transcends with her arms raising the tie...
Brass
English Art Nouveau Candlestick Silver Plated, 20th Century
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
English Art Nouveau candlestick with 5 branches silver plated metal. The four grooved side branches intertwine in arabesque shapes and are removable. It rests on a circular central...
Silver Plate
Pair of European Jugend Owl Figurine Candle Holders in Bronze, Late 19th Century
Located in Helsinki, FI
An elegant and sculptural pair of late 19th to early 20th century brass or bronze owl-form candlesticks, likely Scandinavian / Swedish in origin and dating from circa 1890–1910. Each...
Bronze
$310 / set
Austrian Candle Holder 1910
Located in Čelinac, BA
Vienes Candle Holder 1910s.
Alpaca
WMF Art Nouveau candlestick. Germany 1906. Silver plated.
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Köln, NW
WMF Art Nouveau candlestick, Geisslingen Germany. 1906 Silver-plated. Hallmarked. Britannia metal. Alloy of tin, lead and antimony. Finally galvanically silver-plated. Model number ...
Britannia Standard Silver, Lead, Tin
Tall Antique Tri-Stand Art Nouveau Candleholders W. Engraved Brass Leaves, 1900s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
In the style of Richard Riemerschmid and Richard Mueller in particular comes this pair of handmade brass candlesticks. Hammered and partially engraved tall leaves forms the tri-stand...
Brass
Pair of Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Candlesticks 286, 1919
By Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
A pair of exquisite sterling silver candlesticks designed by Johan Rohde for Georg Jensen in 1919. Crafted meticulously with hammered silver, their design, numbered as #286, presents...
Sterling Silver
French Art Nouveau Pewter Candlestick with a Lady Sculpture, 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
French Art Nouveau style pewter candlestick with a sculpture of a lady, from circa 1920. An elegant Art Nouveau candle holder depicting a figure of a young and adorable lady, looking...
Pewter
Elegant Pair of Art Nouveau Candleholders on Green Onyx Bases, circa 1930-1950
Located in Lisse, NL
Stylish and very decorative pair of antique Art Nouveau candelabras, dating from approximately 1930–1950. These candleholders are hand crafted and feature a refined floral scrolling...
Onyx, Brass, Metal
Antique French Art Nouveau Marble and Brass Two-Arm Candelabras, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of antique French Art Nouveau brass and marble two-light candelabras France, Circa 1900 Each measures: 7.5"W x 3.25"D x 11.13"H. Good original vintage condition. ...
Marble, Brass
Big Pair of Candelabras, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Sign, Christofle 2825098
By Christofle
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Logistics and International Shipping We provide a comprehensive export service so that your only concern is enjoying your acquisition. • Door-to-Door Service: Pieces located in our A...
Metal
Tiffany Studios New York Pair of "Pineapple" Candelabrum
Located in New York, NY
This pair of Tiffany Studios’ Twelve-light candelabrum features twelve green Favrile blown-glass bobechés that mimic the silhouette of a closed flower in bloom. Tiffany’s blown glass...
Bronze
Finnish Art Nouveau Brass Candle Wall Sconce, Early 20th Century
Located in Karis, Nyland
This early 20th-century brass wall sconce is shaped with a distinct Art Nouveau influence, characterised by soft curves, embossed ornamentation and natural motifs. The three elongate...
Brass
Exquisite 19th-Century French Elephant-Leg Candle Holders Interior Decor
Located in London, GB
Exquisite 19th-Century French Elephant-Leg Candle Holders A finely crafted pair of French Aesthetic Movement candle holders in gilt bronze, featuring detailed elephant-leg bases and ...
Copper, Bronze
Art Nouveau pressed glass candlesticks by Vallerysthal & Portieux, France, 1920s
By Val Saint Lambert, Cristalleries De Sevres, Cristalleries De Baccarat, Real Fábrica de Cristales de La Granja, Portieux Vallerysthal
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
Art Nouveau style pressed glass candlesticks by Vallerysthal & Portieux, France, 1920s. Both are made of pressed or molded clear glass, with three dolphins on each base and other cut...
Glass, Blown Glass
French Brass Handmade Art Nouveau Flower Candle Holder
Located in Rümmingen, BW
Shipping Note: If your region or country is not listed under the shipping options, please contact us directly. This beautiful Art Nouveau-style candleholder gets its appealing look ...
Iron, Brass
Art Nouveau Brass Pair of Wall Mount Candlesticks, 1930s
Located in Verviers, BE
Art Nouveau brass pair of Wall Mount candlesticks 1930s Originel Patina Excellent condition. looks simply stunning. If you have any questio...
Brass
$1,440Sale Price|20% Off
Incredibly rare candle holder stick, ceramic workshop Karau Art Nouveau Austria
By Karau
Located in Wien, AT
This beautiful ceramic object is a piece of Austrian craftsmanship history - the Karau workshops have produced very little, but high-quality objects. For this reason, this candlestic...
Ceramic
$11,962 / set
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Candelabra #343
Located in Hellerup, DK
A Pair of Early Decorative Georg Jensen Two-Light Candelabra #343. Designed in 1920 by Johan Rohde, this exquisite pair of two-light candelabra exemplifies the refined elegance of ea...
Sterling Silver
Jugendstill Candleholder in Brass
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Jugendstill candleholder in brass
Brass
Antique Art Nouveau Austrian Bronze Woman Figural Sculpture Candlestick Holder
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Art Nouveau Austrian Bronze Woman Figural Sculpture Candlestick Holder, Maker Unconfirmed. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 8" H x 10" W x 6" D.
Bronze
Finnish Candle Holder, Early 20th Century
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Finnish candle holder, Early 20th Century. Copper. Good vintage condition, patina consistent with age and use.
Copper
Rare Art Nouveau Fine Quality Carved Chandelier / Pendant Light Chandelier 1910s
Located in Lisse, NL
Stylish and all handcrafted chandelier from the turn of the century. This good quality pendant of a 100 years old has six perfectly and evenly hand-carved arms. This stylish exampl...
Wood
Metal Chandelier Berliner, Electro-Plated-Waren-Fabrik, Germany
Located in Roma, IT
Metal chandelier by Electro-Plated-Waren-Fabrik is an original artwork realized in the 1920s. Early 20th Century Original silver plated metal. Realized by Berliner Electro-Plated-W...
Metal
Sculptural Art Nouveau Candle Holder in Pewter 1900
Located in Meer, VAN
Art Nouveau Candle Holder in Pewter, Europe, Early 20th Century. This is a wonderful sculptural candle holder with a very distinct art nouveau design. This early 20th century candle...
Pewter
English Sheffield Mapping & Webb's Prince's Plate Silver Serving Piece
Located in Verviers, BE
English Sheffield Mapping & Webb's Prince's Plate Silver Serving Piece
Silver Plate
Art Nouveau Goddess Figurine Candlestick Holder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Expressive female figurine candlestick holder. The perfect table accent for a cozy dinner party, or in community with other candlesticks. Or p...
Metal, Bronze
Big Pair of Candelabras, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, France, 1900, Sign, Christofle
By Christofle
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Logistics and International Shipping We provide a comprehensive export service so that your only concern is enjoying your acquisition. • Door-to-Door Service: Pieces located in our A...
Metal