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Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

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 Cone Brass Candle Holders, Two Sets Available
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Very cool mid century candle holders in a double cone shape. These candle sticks are made of solid brass and have a lightly textured finish. One has the original label - A Venus Cre...
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1950s Japanese Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Important Mid-Century Metal Canlestick, Gio Ponti Style, Italy 1950s
Located in Argelato, BO
Important Mid-Century metal candlestick, Gio Ponti Style, Italy 1950s The Candlestick, of great refinement, proposes in the base the "serpentine" shape used several times by Gio Pon...
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1950s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

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Metal

Art Glass Candleholder by Staffan Gellerstedt for Pukeberg Sweden C.1970
Located in London, GB
A textured art glass candleholder by Staffan Gellerstedt For Pukeberg Glassworks of Sweden C.1970. Designed to hold regular sized candlesticks. I...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

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Art Glass

Val St. Lambert Mid-Century Large Clear & Submerged Cranberry Crystal Candelabra
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This large and substantial three arm candelabra was made by the renowned Val Saint Lambert factory of Belgium in approximately 1950 in the period Mid-Century Modern style. This candl...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Crystal

Marcello Fantoni Bird Candle Holder, Italy
Located in San Diego, CA
A rare Marcello Fantoni bird candle holder from the 1950s. Glazed spotted design. Signed. Made in Italy.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Carl Aubock Candlestick Hornscreens
Located in Berlin, DE
Really special candlestick with horn screen and patinated brass structure as the base. A unique piece!
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1950s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Danish mushroom, wood carved candle holder
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful mid-century, modern danish candlestick in the shape of a mushroom carved from wood 3.5” height
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Wood

Alberto Pair of Candleholders by Oscar Tusquets for Bd Barcelona
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Alberto Pair of Candleholders designed by Oscar Tusquets. Manufactured by Bd Barcelona (Spain). Candleholder in cast brass finish. Dimensions: High: D 8 x W 12 x H 28 cm. Low: D ...
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2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Monumental Maitland Smith Tessellated Marble Stone and Gilt Candlestick 1970s
Located in Miami, FL
Large scale candlestick in neoclassical form rendered in tessellated marble stone and gilt by Maitland smith. 1970s
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Mid-20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Stone, Marble

Sculptural Iron and blue glass candle sconce for Dantoft, Denmark 1960's/1970's
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This iron and glass candle candle sconce was made by Dantoft Kunstartikler (art pieces) in Denmark. A stunning piece of wall art of Danish design. It is made out of lacquered wrought...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

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Iron

Paul Evans Attributed Welded Steel Brutalist Candlestick
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Really nice Brutalist candlestick that is made of welded steel and looks quintessentially brutal!
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Steel

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 Candle Holders

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-20th Century Signed Orrefors Twisted Crystal Candles Holders, a Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of Mid-Century Modern crystal candlestick holders made by Orrefors unusual twist crystal. Nice vintage piece for your living space.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Crystal

1970s Sculptural Design Modern Amber Single Candle Holder Signed
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Vintage amber candle holder with sculptural shape. Will hold one candle. 9.25 x 4.88 d x 10.63 tall Signed at base. Unable read signature. Ori...
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Plastic

Mid-Century Modern Candlestick Margareta Slingan by Lars Holmström for Arvika
Located in Doornspijk, NL
This refined system in a still very up-to-date design dates back from 1950's Sweden: Lars Halmström is the genius behind this brass candlestick that is very flexible in its form as y...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Large brutalist bronze hanging candle holder , 1970’s
Located in Delft, NL
Large brutalist bronze hanging candle holder , 1970’s Dimensions: 100 cm Height,52cm Diameter Condition: Good Period: 1970’s Condition: Good Material: ...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Bronze

Jan van der Vaart Candle Holder, 1970s Ceramic
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Stunning geometric candle holder by dutch ceramist Jan van der Vaart. Sculptural composition in a dark bronze glazing. Jan van der Vaart belong...
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1970s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Swedish Brass Starburst Style Candlesticks
Located in North Miami, FL
This is a pair of ORIGINAL brass Swedish candlesticks with removeable candle holders, also can be just displayed as lovely brass accents. D...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Vintage Mid-Century Studio Pottery Candelabra Unknown Artist Voulkos Soldner
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Large stoneware piece. Unknown artist, procured years ago from an older 1950s estate. A clean crack through one of the neck or candlestick pieces, but threads onto steel rod and stay...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Clay

Murano Glass Torciglione Candle Holder with Submerged Gold Attributed to Seguso
Located in Villaverla, IT
Murano glass Torciglione candle holder with submerged gold attributed to Seguso. This is a very special artistic candle holder, a masterpiece attributed made by the renowned Murano ...
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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Gold

Three Midcentury Lucite and Brass Candlesticks
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Set of three midcentury Lucite candlesticks with polished brass candle cups on acrylic bases with architectural appeal. Measures: SM- H 13, W 3.5, D 3.5, MED- H 17, W 3.5, D 3.5, LG...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Set of Two Pottery Vases "Red Black" 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 Candle Holders

Materials

Ceramic

Contemporary Georg Jensen Polished Stainless Steel Candle Holder or Candelabra
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This large double candleholder was designed by the Georg Jensen studio in approximately 1990 and done in an organic Mid Century style. The two towered candelabra is done with a polis...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

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Stainless Steel

Original 1960s Nos Brass Candleholder Made by Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB, Sweden
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Brass candleholder Set of two Hurricane Nos in original boxes Designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson Producer Hans-Agne Jakobsson A.B. Markaryd Sweden, 1960s This cand...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Metal

Rare Carl Auböck #3470 Brass Candleholder
Located in Glendale, CA
Rare Carl Auböck #3600 brass candleholder. Designed in the 1940s, this incredibly clean and refined Viennese candleholder is executed in polished and darkly patinated brass by Werkst...
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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

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 Candle Holders

Materials

Glass

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 Candle Holders

Materials

Ceramic

Fostoria "Heirloom" Candle Holders
Located in Denton, TX
A pair of Fostoria "Heirloom" Opalescent candle holders. White colored with a pinkish hue to them. A very rare vintage find.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Glass

Sottsass Mid Century Candlestick Center Piece
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A well crafted candlestick center piece in a mixed blue toned copper enameled metal with step down design and three copper candle holders. The holders have great age and patina which...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Metal

Jacques Adnet Candlesticks Wood Brass Glass French Mid Century Modern
Located in Paris, FR
Gorgeous pair of Candlesticks in the style of French Designer Jacques Adnet. Each candlestick holds 3 candles, total 6 candles for this set. Very elegant combinantion and modern shap...
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Crystal, Brass

West German Brass and Glass Oil Lamp Candelabra by Freddie Andersen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scarcely seen twelve-arm oil lamp candelabra designed and handmade by Freddie Andersen (W. Germany, 1970s). Glass oil candles are a lovely, tear-drop shape. Brass has been polished t...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

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 Candle Holders

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Candle Holders Round Amber with removable Glass Set of 3
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Infuse warmth and a touch of nostalgia into your space with this captivating set of Vintage Round Amber Candle Holders. Crafted to perfection, eac...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Glass

Pucci De Rossi Bronze Modernist Candleholder
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A postmodern design bronze candlestick by Pucci De Rossi. Signed on bottom. Pucci De Rossi was born in Verona, Italy in 1947. He studied under the American sculptor HB Walker a...
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1980s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Bronze

Patinated Bronze Candle Holder Sculpture Mid Century
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical petite horse sculpture candle holder in brass and bronze finish, circa 1950s.
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20th Century Israeli Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Sleek Trio of Mid Century Modern Stainless Steel Candle Holders
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Sleek set of 3 columnar stainless steel tall candle holders. Votives work well, or chunky candles.
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Stainless Steel

Brass Sculptural Diamond Shaped Candlesticks Vintage
Located in North Miami, FL
This pair of vintage brass candlesticks can be placed in many different ways. They have been professionally polished and have new felt on the bottom. They have good weight to them. T...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

European Pair of Shell Candlesticks
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Pair of shell candlesticks. With a slender, elegant structure, with a rounded, stable base, slender stem and a slightly bulging top cup, intended to hold...
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Early 20th Century Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Silver, Metal

Midcentury Rare Rosewood Candleholder Casa Finland, Brazil, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- very rare - marked by label
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1970s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Rosewood

Villeroy & Boch Paired Porcelain Naif Christmas Collection Small Candlesticks
Located in Bastogne, BE
Vintage porcelain Villeroy & Boch Candlesticks. Christmas Series by French artist Gerard Laplau. Candlesticks look very exquisite. They will help to create a romantic atmospher...
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1980s Luxembourgish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Porcelain

1970s Vintage Italian Pair of Polished Cast Aluminum Modern Candlesticks
Located in New York, NY
A whimsical pair of Italian candle holders of Modern Design in handcrafted cast aluminum with a polished finish, a great stylish addition to any dining table and entertaining setting...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Aluminum

Midcentury Ceramic Design Candlestick by Jitka Forejtova, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Czechoslovakia, 1960 - Designer: Jitka Forejtova - Very good original condition.
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1960s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Ceramic

Awesome Metal and Copper Ceiling Candle Holder, 1960s Mid-Century Modern
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
The hanging height can be adjusted using the 3 hooks. There are three chain links of 10cm each. The lamp can therefore be shortened by 10cm each. Theoretically, the candlestick coul...
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1960s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Metal, Copper

Nittsjo Sweden Pottery Midcentury Candleholders
Located in San Diego, CA
This pottery was founded in 1843 in the village of Nittsjö Sweden. It made mostly utility goods. The Lofgren family took over in 1917 and its descendant...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Sterling Silver Candleholders by Carl F. Christiansen, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Kansas City, MO
Pair of Danish sterling silver candleholders, each with three arms. Engraved Denmark and with the insignia for Sterling silver. Some tarnish. Very good original condition. Made by th...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

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Sterling Silver

Handmade Antique style possibly brass decorated Tea light Holder.
Located in Seattle, WA
Possibly brass in material, this antique style decorative Tea Light holder was previously used as an oil lamp. Candle holder and/or incense holder. The “ globe “ part of the piece sp...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Rare 1940s Chamberstick by Carl Auböck II
Located in London, GB
An extremely rare walnut, white metal & rope chamberstick designed and made by Carl Auböck II in the 1940’s. This chamberstick serves as an indication of the second Carl Auböck’s or...
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1940s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Metal

Vintage Brass Candlestick, Czechoslovakia, 1960's.
Located in Praha, CZ
A brass candlestick arranged in a classic, symmetrical design with curved arms. It is used for decorative purposes, adding a touch of elegance to a formal setting, or used for tradit...
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1960s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

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 Candle Holders

Materials

Ceramic

Tommi Parzinger Pair of Candelabra in Polished Brass, 1950s, 'Signed'
Located in New York, NY
Pair of candelabra, each holding 1 candle, in polished brass with engraved concentric circles, by Tommi Parzinger for Dorlyn Silversmiths, American, 1950’s (signed on bottom “Dorlyn ...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Pair of French Modern Organic Crystal Candlesticks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Pair of Modern and organic crystal chandeliers from Paris France. The pair are a stunning match to any table or cocktail table, console o...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Crystal

Pair of wrought Iron candelsticks Bertil Vallien Sweden 1970
Located in PARIS, FR
Elegant pair of wrought iron candelholders with glass décoration By Bertil Vallien Sweden 1970 Nice vintage condition
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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Wrought Iron

Rare Pair of Five-Light Candelabras
Located in New York, NY
Ultra-modernist design in polished pewter with five-light. Porter George Blanchard was an American silversmith living and working in Pacoima, California. He is considered to be par...
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Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Pewter

Cristal Arte Candleholder, Italy 1960s
Located in Milan, IT
Cristal Arte candleholder, Italy 1960s.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Chrome

Rare Pair of Triple Candelabra by Tony Paul for Woodlin-Hall, US, 1950s
Located in Berlin, DE
Rare pair of #101 triple candleholder by Tony Paul for Woodlin-Hall in black enameled iron. Tony Paul (1918-2009) was an American industrial designer who was active from the 1940s th...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

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Iron

Brass Candelabra by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, 1920s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Brass candelabra by Paavo Tynell. Made in Finland by Taito in the 1920/1930s. This piece is a classic Paavo Tynell chandelier for Taito Oy, which was made in different sizes. Mar...
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Early 20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Pair of Italian Midcentury Giltwood Candle Sconces with Carved Feathers
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Italian giltwood candle sconces from the mid 20th century, with two arms, carved feathers and acanthus leaves. Created in Italy during the Mid...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

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Giltwood

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 Candle Holders

Materials

Art Glass

Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandelier Erik Hoglund Attributed
Located in Weesp, NL
Erik Hoglund Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian chandelier Chandelier holds eight glass candleholders. Measurements : D.60 x H.133 adjust...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

Italian pair of silver plated/anodized aluminum 2-candle candlesticks
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Sculptural pair of metal alloy candle holders in the style of Piero de Vecchi (see the 1947 Triennale model from the de Vecchi atelier). lightweight silver/anodized metal tube hot be...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

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

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern 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 candle holders 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 Mid-Century Modern 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 candle holders, popular names associated with this style include Tommi Parzinger, Jens Quistgaard, Dansk Designs, and Gunnar Ander. 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 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 $43,358 while the average work can sell for $790.

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