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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
Candelabra in Metal and Brass by Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metal
Located in Karlstad, SE
A black lacquered candelabra with candleholders of brass, designed by Gunnar Ander for Ystad Metal (Sweden.) This design is playful and elegant at the same time in a mix of Swedish g...
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

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Brass, Metal

Vintage Boho Brass Candlesticks - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your ambiance with this handsome pair of vintage brass candlesticks. Featuring a classic, stately silhouette with turned details and a substantial octagonal base, these candl...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Italian Black and Purple Murano Glass Candle Holders, 1960s
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Beautiful set of two thick Murano glass candle holders in black purple reflections colors. Both still in perfect condition.   
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

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Murano Glass

Mid-Century Modern Two-Armed Candlestick by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala
Located in Doornspijk, NL
This iced glass candlestick indeed seems to be made out of ice. The bubbles and irregularities in the glass are part of the design and ensure a natural authentic look. Once filled wi...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Glass

Pair of Brass Floor Standing Candle Stands Holders with Flared Scalloped Uppers
Located in Norwich, GB
A pair of brass fluted floor standing candle stands with flared scalloped uppers. Circa early to mid 20th century. The candle stands are made of...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Brass, Copper

Silver Candelabra, 9 Candle, Signed Umbra on Bottom, Plated Finish
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A good size candelabra in silver finish. Marked and signed under Neath umbra design. See close up photos. Not many around now.
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1990s North American Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Tripod Candle Holder by Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in PARIS, FR
Tripod candle holder, designed by Swedish designer Hans-Agne Jakobsson for his eponymous company Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB. This rare model is distinguished by its sculpural shape that ...
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Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Metal, Copper

Vintage Danish Style Candle Holder With Wood Accents.
Located in Seattle, WA
Mid Century Modern Style Burl style wood base,possibly Olive or teakwood but not confirmed.This Vintage Danish style candle holder has nice patina and character and can hold 3 candle...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

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Wood

Four Enameled and Gilded Brass Candle Sticks
Located in London, GB
The simply formed gilded brass candlesticks are colorful decorated in enamels in red, black and blue. This age old traditional of enameling is taught and preserved by extremely skill...
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1970s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Snake possibly brass Candle Holder with Ornate floral patina
Located in Seattle, WA
Possibly Brass in material, not Confirmed. Depicting a Snake adorned with ornate floral detail and patina. Vintage Condition as pictured. Listing is for described item only. Box H3 ...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

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Metal

Pair of 2 Vintage Italian Decorative Brass Candlestick 1980
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 2 Vintage Italian Decorative Brass Candlesticks: A set of two antique candle holders from Italy made of brass, featuring intricate and ornate decorative designs, adding a tou...
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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Mid century candle holder brass and lucite , 1970s
Located in Delft, NL
Mid century candle holder brass and resin , 1970s
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Very Rare Pair of High Mid-Century Wooden Candlesticks by Selma Helmer Loberg
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Elegant pair of candlesticks with an interesting Escher-esque design of intertwining wood. With their height of 82 cm / 32.3 inch these are real statement pieces. The candlesticks a...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Wood

Midcentury Iron Candelabra
Located in London, GB
A black wrought iron three-arm candelabra. France, 1950s.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

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

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Plastic

Candle Sconce from Gallotti and Radice in chrome metal and Glass Italie 1970s
Located in LE CANNET, FR
Large centerpiece candle holder with 9 candles in glass and chrome metal. Consists of a thick, slightly beveled glass resting on a chrome metal circ...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

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Metal

French Mid Century Modern, Star Sconces, Hammered Brass, Copper, 1960s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of Brass and Copper Star Sconces, Hand Hammered, Olympia English, 1960s A magnificent pair of hand hammered copper and steel Olympia wall sconces each having a starburst frame...
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Late 20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Metal

Pair of Gilded Iron and Mirror Sconces with Glass Drops, 1950-1960.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of gilded iron and mirror sconces with glass drops, 1950-1960. Large pair of sconces by Maison Delisle, 1950-1960, in mirror and gilded iron with glass pendants. h: 85cm, w: 33...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

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

Mid Century Modern Vintage Brass Candlesticks Josef Frank Svenskt Tenn 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage candlesticks or candleholder attributed to Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn 1950s Sweden from brass. An amazing candlestick from brass with curved circular li...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Green Ceramic Candleholders by Vallauris, France Mid-Century Modern
Located in Paris, FR
Two pairs of double original Vallauris French midcentury ceramic double candleholders beautifully decorated in a deep green and gold colors ornaments and golden pine nuts. Signed ...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Silver-Plated Metal Candlesticks
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Pair of silver-plated metal candlesticks. They have a wide base with four rounded supports and embossed decoration with curved shapes. The body is narrow in the centre and widens aga...
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Early 20th Century Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Vintage Boho Monumental Maitland-Smith Bronze Altar Candles - Set of 2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your space with this stunning pair of vintage Boho Maitland Smith bronze altar candles. Monumental in design, these statement pieces boast intricate craftsmanship and timeles...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Bronze

Murano Amber and "Avventurina" Glass Pair of Candlesticks
Located in Austin, TX
Murano glass pair of candlesticks with "avventurina" glass columns and rings, deep amber tops and bases signed Davide Dona Murano.
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Gold Leaf

Gunner Ander Brass Candlesticks 1960s
Located in bari, IT
Set of two Art Déco brass candlesticks 1940s by Gunner Ander.
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1930s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Gunner Ander Brass Candlesticks 1960s
Gunner Ander Brass Candlesticks 1960s
$1,147 Sale Price / set
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Vintage CHINOISERIE style abstract decorative Candle Holder or Vases
Located in Seattle, WA
A pair of Lovely aged green color with gold color highlights. Vintage condition consistent with age as Pictured.Box H15 Dimensions. 4” W ; 3” D ; 6.50” H
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Metal

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 Candle Holders

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Marble

Pair of 1950s French Candle Holders
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of 1950 candle holders on silver plated metal with. Great vintage condition for this elegant pair of candle holders.
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Metal

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

Rare and Large Mid-Century Silver Candelabrum Centrepiece by Gerald Benney
Located in London, GB
An impressive and unique silver nine-light candelabrum or centrepiece made by the prominent and highly regarded 20th century silversmith, Gerald Benney, in 1976. The silver candel...
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1970s English Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Teak and Brass Standing "Prickets" Candlesticks
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of teak and brass standing "Prickets' or candle stands. These finely constructed brass and teak Mid-Century Modern standing candlesticks are ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Candelabra Candle Holder, Midcentury, Elegant Metal and Teak Sculptural Piece
Located in London, GB
Candleholder for 3 candles, circa 1960 Teak, black metal. A lovely midcentury item. Overall very good with good age and patina. Slight split in wood to central holder, but thi...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Metal

Pair of Mid-Century Modernist Anodized Brass Lotus Candlesticks, USA, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
A duo of anodized brass candlesticks, each featuring a round base, stem and a lotus flower that contains a regular size candle. Manufactured in the USA during the 1960s. The cand...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Pair of Fine French 1960's Silver Plated Candelabra by Ercuis
Located in Long Island City, NY
Pair of fine French 1960s silver plated candelabra by Ercuis.
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Metal

Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Candleholders By Laurids Lonborg
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of chic, Scandinavian modern, rosewood candleholders by Laurids Lonborg feature lovely tapered silhouettes with blackened metal accents.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Metal

Portuguese Faience Candle Holders by Sant'Anna
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Portuguese faience candle holder from Sant'Anna. Polychrome decoration, made up of five small, interconnected containers, each with an upper opening to accommodate small candles. The...
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Mid-20th Century Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Earthenware

Pair of Modular Candle Holders in Brass, Margareta Slingam, Sweden, 1960s
Located in London, GB
Decorate your festive table with this pair of flexible candelabras, each for 9 candles ( 10 mm diameter), by Margareta Slingam for Ljusstake, Sweden 1960s. Th...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Pair of Walnut and Pewter Candlesticks by Paul Evans and Phillip Powell
Located in Toledo, OH
Pair of Walnut and Pewter Candlesticks by Paul Evans and Phillip Powell. circa 1950s. A design from Designer's Inc, an early collaboration between Paul Evans and Phillip Lloyd Powell...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Pewter

Varaflame' Butane Candlestick Attributed to Veraflame for Ronson
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A figured wood 'Varaflame' butane candlestick with chrome stem on a patinated steel base.
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Ashtray Willy Ceysens for Aris, 1950s
By Aris
Located in bruxelles, BE
Brutalist set composed of an ashtray, a paper press and a candleholder in cast aluminium.
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1950s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Teak and Steel Candleholders by Digsmed Designs
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of teak and steel candleholders by Digsmed Designs, circa 1960s. They are made in Denmark and support a six .25" tapered candles per holder. Classic Mid-Century Modern look! #11...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Steel

Vintage Italian Midcentury Sculptural Vase in the Style of Gio Ponti for Krupp
Located in Milano, IT
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Italian vase/pen holder, made in chromed metal and designed in the style of Gio Ponti for Krupp. The three pipes have different lenghts, and can each hold ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

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Metal, Steel

Candlestick holders, pair, mid-century modern Danish teak wood
Located in San Francisco, US
Embrace the timeless elegance of mid-century Danish design with this beautiful pair of vintage teak candlestick holders. Crafted from rich, warm teak wood, these pieces exemplify the...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

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Teak

Sterling Silver Menorah by Ben-Zion David Yemenite
Located in North Miami, FL
This sterling silver Menorah by the renowned artist Ben-Zion David Yemenite is a masterpiece of craftsmanship and spiritual significance. Metic...
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Mid-20th Century Israeli Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Stone, Marble, Sterling Silver

Great Pair of Tommi Parzinger Candlesticks
Located in Montreal, QC
Great pair of Tommi Parzinger design solid brass candle sticks .
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Vintage Gold Toned Candelabra With Lion Motif.
Located in Seattle, WA
This Candelabra Features a Motif of Two Lions. May need to be Cleaned as Pictured. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age. Dimensions. 7 W ; 3 D ; 12 H
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Metal

Tommi Parzinger Candle Stick Holder with Original Hurricane Glass
Located in Chicago, IL
Tommi Parzinger Candle Stick Holder with Original Hurricane Glass These were handcrafted brass pieces by Dorlyn for Parzinger. The long brass bar looks to be slightly eschew to the...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Caesar Stoffi for Nagel, Pair of Modular Stacking Elements/Candle Holders, 1970s
Located in London, GB
Caesar Stoffi for Fritz Nagel c. 1970 2 modular stacking elements/candleholders Polished metal Good condition but with some surface tarnish Orig...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Metal

Vintage Pair of Silver Toned Primitive Style Candelabras.
Located in Seattle, WA
Pair of 3 Arm Candelabras. Beautiful Petina and Aging. Weighted in the Base. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured. Dimensions. 7 W ; 4 D ; 9 H
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Metal

Pair of Vintage Oak Lanterns
Located in Stockton, NJ
A pair of vintage oak planters with glass panels and steel tops with handles. Great scale and presence.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Steel

Parzinger Style Vintage Chandelier
Located in Westport, CT
Tommi Parzinger style circular black and polished chrome long 12 candlestick chandelier, cross bar, with central chrome disk and finial. The size of chandelier varies to hang drop...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

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Chrome, Metal, Steel, Wire

Sterling Midcentury Pair of Candelabras
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This pair of two-branch candelabras are probably the finest we have ever had; elegant, understated and very unique. A U-shaped piece holds both lights and stands on two balls just ab...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

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Sterling Silver

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 Candle Holders

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Iron

Pair of small Mid Century Modern candle holders done in solid brass
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a pair of beautiful Mid Century Modern candle holders done in solid brass. They feature gorgeous design with 5 candle holders, creating a ring shaped fo...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

Vintage Candelabra With Ornate Detailing and Floral Design.
Located in Seattle, WA
Candelabra Perfect For Two Candles, Designed to look like the Candles Sitting on the Flowers. Possibly Cast iron or Similar Material. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Picture...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

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Iron

Six Textured Bark Candle Holders Circa 1970 Gerald Benney Manner
Located in Norwich, GB
Six textured bark decorated small candle holders, in the Gerald Benney manner. Circa 1970. Five with the same candle dimension (12mm) , one larger (20mm). The holders have brown b...
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1970s British Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

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Metal

Vintage Boho Patinated Bronze Candlesticks - Set of 3
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of raw, sculptural beauty to your interior with this stunning set of three vintage bronze candlesticks. Each holder features a minimalist, architectural form, with a slen...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

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Bronze

Gunnar Ander Brass 4 Candlestick Candelabra by Ystad Metall Sweden
Located in Chicago, IL
Gunnar Ander brass 4 candlestick Candelabra by Ystad Metall Sweden.  
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

12 charming little ceramic candle holders circa 1950 Vallauris style
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
12 charming little ceramic candle holders circa 1950 Vallauris style some small chips,
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern Large Brass Candlesticks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A nice size of candle sticks. Solid brass construction with a modern /deco design on the hexagon base. No makers marks found. Heavy castings and well made. They are well made and can hold large candles. Possibly made for a Church! Look at bottom photo's. Have been well taken care of. At 19" height would look good on a large dining table or large fireplace mantel...
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1960s Unknown Vintage Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

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Brass

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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