The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
$1,450 / item
Flux I Sculptural Gold Ceramic Candle Holder
Located in Milan, IT
A sculptural candle holder with an organic, modelled silhouette, it brings a striking decorative presence to a table, mantel, or console. The textured ceramic surface is finished in ...
Ceramic
Italian Murano Glass Candlestick Holder, Clear Twisted Glass, 1980s — Cenedese
By Cenedese
Located in Villaverla, IT
Italian Murano glass tall columnar candlestick holder crafted during the nineteen eighties showcases architectural Venetian classical revival decorative design, made and signed by Ce...
Glass, Murano Glass, Cut Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
Contemporary Brass Trio Candle Holder by Henry Wilson, Silver or Gold Finish
By Henry Wilson
Located in Geneve, CH
Brass Trio Candle Holder by Henry Wilson Dimensions: D 18 x H 3 cm Materials: Brass Trio holds three candles in a solid, hand poured, brass form. Trio candleholder is manufactured...
Brass
$760 / item
Votive Holder in Clear Brazilian Quartz
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This votive holder by Kathryn McCoy is formed from an expressive arrangement of clear Brazilian quartz, with natural crystal points rising around a discreet glass candle insert. The ...
Quartz, Rock Crystal
Contemporary Hinge Polished Silver Candelabra Candle Holders by Henry Wilson
By Henry Wilson
Located in Geneve, CH
Hinge Silver Candelabra by Henry Wilson Dimensions: D 22 x H 19 cm Materials: Sterling silver plated. Available in sterling silver plated or aluminum. Intended as the playful expre...
Metal, Sterling Silver
$1,140 / item
Votive Holder in Clear Brazilian Quartz
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This votive holder by Kathryn McCoy is formed from an expressive arrangement of clear Brazilian quartz, with natural crystal points rising around a discreet glass candle insert. The ...
Quartz, Rock Crystal
$398 / set
Set of 4 Kubus Snuffer by Lassen
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 Kubus snuffer by Lassen Dimensions: D 21 x W 2.50 x H 3.50 cm Materials: Metal Weight: 0.33 Kg With reference to the iconic Kubus candleholders, the Kubus Snuffer in...
Metal
Contemporary Burnt Iroko Wood Goblet Vase with Geometric Base by Arno Declercq
Located in Geneve, CH
Babel vase by Arno Declercq Dimensions: W 32 x L 32 x H 65 cm Materials: burned and waxed oak Arno Declercq Belgian designer and art dealer who makes bespoke objects with pass...
Wood
$187 / item
Small Candela Candlestick by Ana Tron
Located in Geneve, CH
Small Candela Candlestick by Ana Tron Dimensions: Ø 11 x H 21 cm Materials: Recycled paper, varnished with fire-retardant varnish. Includes a round candle. Ana Tron is an interior d...
Paper
$618 / item
Medium Minimalist Candleholder
Located in Geneve, CH
Medium minimalist candleholder Dimensions: D 13.5 x W 8 x H 43.5 cm Materials: Steel. Marble. Also available in sizes small and large. ...
Marble, Steel
Vintage Rustic Large Candlesticks in Painted Wood
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Decorative pair of large wooden candleholders in rustic paint and partially dressed with mixed metals. Probably made in Asia circa 1970-90. They are to be fitted with regular sized c...
Fruitwood
Brass Candle Holder, Tiruppur Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Brass Candle Holder, Tiruppur Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle holder in brass. Handmade in India. Unfurling ceaselessly, India discovers its eternal muse in the realm ...
Brass
$269 / item
Altar Candle Holder by Camila Apaez
Located in Geneve, CH
Altar Candle Holder by Camila Apaez One-of-a-Kind Materials: Stoneware Dimensions: W 26 x D 9 x 24 H cm Ila Ceramica emerged from a process of inner inquiry where ceramics became a ...
Stoneware
Tiered Structure Black Skyline Candle Light in Iroko Wood by Arno Declercq
Located in Geneve, CH
Black skyline candle light in iroko wood by Arno Declercq Dimensions: D 40 x W 80 x H 20 cm Materials: Burned and oiled African walnut Arno Declercq Belgian designer and art de...
Wood
24k Gold Arbor 4 Piece-Set of Candlesticks by Studio Palatin
Located in Geneve, CH
24K gold Arbor 4 piece-set of candlesticks by Studio Palatin Handcrafted, Limited Edition Dimensions: H 10/15/19/25.5 cm Materials: 24K gilding,...
Gold, Bronze
$819 / item
Saman Candle Holder by Chandler McLellan
Located in Geneve, CH
Saman Candle Holder by Chandler McLellan Dimensions: D 19.05 x W 21.6 x H 45.1 cm. Materials: Metal. A sculptural candle holder. Inspired by grounded whimsey and the hug of a rain tree...
Metal
Set of 2 Marble Stairs by Joseph Vila Capdevila
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 marble stairs by Joseph Vila Capdevila Material: Carrara marble, brass Dimensions: 15 x 20.5 x 5 cm Weight: 2.5 kg Aparentment is a space for creation and innovation, exper...
Marble, Brass
Tiffany & Co. Clear Crystal Candlesticks, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of crystal candlesticks By Tiffany & Co. (signed at the base) USA, Late 20th Century Each measures: 5.38"W x 4.63"D x 11"H. Very good original vintage condition.
Crystal
Pair candlelight holder cobalt blue glass and brass by Villeroy & Boch
Located in Schöfflisdorf, CH
Pair candlelight holder cobalt blue glass and brass by Villeroy & Boch
Brass
$304 / item
Neo Wall Mounted Candle Holder by Radar
Located in Geneve, CH
Neo wall mounted candle holder by Radar. Design: Bastien Taillard Materials: metal, gold glass. Dimensions: D 13 x W 32 x H 32 cm Elegant, time...
Metal
Daum Nancy, Purple Flower Candle Holder, France 2000s
By Daum
Located in PARIS, FR
A stunning hand-crafted pâte de verre glass candle holder in the form of a blooming flower, by the Daum manufacture, France, dating to the 2000s. The piece showcases rich amethyst-...
Glass
Set of 3, Constantin Candle Holders, Circles by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Constantin Candle Holder Set Round by Colé Italia with Agustina Bottoni Dimensions: H.30 D.7 W.7 cm Materials: Ia- RN - Round; brushed solid oak wood and brass IIa - RT - Cross; b...
Brass
$292 / item
Large Candela Candlestick by Ana Tron
Located in Geneve, CH
Large Candela Candlestick by Ana Tron Dimensions: Ø 11 x H 45 cm Materials: Recycled paper, varnished with fire-retardant varnish. Includes a round candle. Ana Tron is an interior d...
Paper
Tiffany & Co. Clear Crystal Candlesticks, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of crystal candlesticks By Tiffany & Co. (signed at the base) USA, Late 20th Century Each measures: 4.25"W x 3.75"D x 9.25"H. Very good original vintage condition.
Crystal
Brass Candle Holder, Kikar Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Brass Candle Holder, Kikar Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle holder in brass. Handmade in India. This brass candle holder is an exploration of light, form, and considere...
Brass
Pair of Michael & Maureen Banner Sterling Silver 'Floating Forms' Candle Holders
By Michael & Maureen Banner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of vintage bench made candlesticks. By Michael and Maureen Banner. In sterling silver. Entitled "Floating Forms". Each with a thimble shaped candlecup supported by 3 ...
Sterling Silver
Pair of Michael Strauss Hammered Sterling Silver Grapevine Motif Candlesticks
Located in Astoria, NY
Pair of Michael Strauss Hammered Sterling Silver Grapevine Motif Candlesticks, marked to undersides. Weight: 49.76 ozt.; 9.25" H x 4.25" Diameter. Provenance: From the Fifth Aven...
Sterling Silver
Pair of Michael Strauss Hammered Sterling Silver Grapevine Motif Candlesticks
Located in Astoria, NY
Pair of Michael Strauss Hammered Sterling Silver Grapevine Motif Candlesticks, marked to undersides. Weight: 48.30 ozt.; 9.25" H x 4.25" Diameter. Provenance: From the Fifth Aven...
Sterling Silver
Hand-Cut Crystal Candleholder Metamorphosis, Clear, Modern Czech Design
By Rückl
Located in Prague, CZ
The Metamorphosis collection takes its name seriously: an intricate, hand-cut geometric pattern wraps the surface like snakeskin, each facet catching light differently as the eye mov...
Crystal
Hand-Cut Crystal Candleholder Metamorphosis, Smoke, Modern Czech Design
By Rückl
Located in Prague, CZ
The Metamorphosis collection takes its name seriously: an intricate, hand-cut geometric pattern wraps the surface like snakeskin, each facet catching light differently as the eye mov...
Crystal
Hand-Cut Crystal Candleholder Metamorphosis, Pink, Modern Czech Design
By Rückl
Located in Prague, CZ
The Metamorphosis collection takes its name seriously: an intricate, hand-cut geometric pattern wraps the surface like snakeskin, each facet catching light differently as the eye mov...
Crystal
Hand-Cut Crystal Candleholder Metamorphosis, Amber, Modern Czech Design
By Rückl
Located in Prague, CZ
The Metamorphosis collection takes its name seriously: an intricate, hand-cut geometric pattern wraps the surface like snakeskin, each facet catching light differently as the eye mov...
Crystal
$927 / item
Homage to Memphis Movement, Candleholder
Located in Geneve, CH
Homage to Memphis Movement - candleholder Measures: D 8.5 x W 15 x H 50 cm Plated metal coated with glossy pink copper finish Base in ash veneer painted in matte dusty pink, yello...
Metal
Handmade Candle Holder, Spring in Kashmir Candle Holder, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Handmade Candle Holder, Spring in Kashmir Candle Holder Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle holder in brass. Handmade in India. Springtime is a special season of rebirth, ...
Brass
Italian Murano Glass Candlestick, Gold and Silver Inclusion, 1980s — Seguso
Located in Villaverla, IT
Italian Murano glass candlestick crafted during the nineteen eighties showcases refined neoclassical Venetian ceremonial design by Seguso. Handcrafted in Italy, this slender, tall-st...
Glass, Murano Glass, Cut Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass
$618 / item
Small Minimalist Candleholder
Located in Geneve, CH
Small Minimalist candleholder Dimensions: D 25.4 x W 12 x H 31.5 cm Materials: Steel. Marble. Also available in sizes medium and large. ...
Marble, Steel
Emilia Castillo Taxco Fish Candle Holder Silver Plate Turquoise Eyes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Striking sculptural fish-form candle holder designed by renowned Taxco silversmith Emilia Castillo, crafted in silver plate with turquoise cabochon eyes, Mexico, circa 1980s. This e...
Silver, Silver Plate, Brass
Gilded Bronze Candleholder by Pierre Casenove
Located in North Miami, FL
Gilded bronze candleholder by Pierre Casenove. Signed on the bottom piece. Has some wear on some joints.
Bronze
Emilia Castillo Porcelain & Pure Silver Angelic Candle Holder, Mexican Design
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A poetic and highly collectible candle holder by renowned Mexican designer Emilia Castillo, handcrafted in Taxco, Mexico—an epicenter of Mexican silversmithing and design innovation....
Sterling Silver
Spring in Kashmir Tea Light Holder Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Spring in Kashmir Tea Light Holder Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal Springtime is a special season of rebirth, and no less in the pristine valley of Kashmir where verdant, lush ...
Brass
European Contemporary Red Sculptural Candlestick by Margit Wittig
Located in London, GB
Margit Wittig has used her sculptural skills to create beautifully-crafted, well-proportioned candlesticks, which are compositions of her unique signature pearl-shaped designs. Each candlestick begins as hand-sculpted spheres which are used to create moulds in three sizes. Margit refers to these finished spheres as pearls. These highly original, eye-catching candlesticks come in three different sizes depending on the number of pearls: three, five and seven. The candlesticks are cast in resin and Jesmonite mixed with pigment at the start of the process, to ensure color consistency. Some of the candlesticks are subtly finished with hand painted gold patina to reflect the shimmer of the candle. Each one is made with a solid brass drip catcher and can be cast in a variety of colors. Working from her studio in London, as well as candlesticks, Margit creates artistic lighting...
Brass
Pair of Clear Murano Glass Candle Holders by Archimede Seguso
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980’s large pair of Italian clear Murano glass by Archimede Seguso. Both candle holders are signed ‘Archimede Seguso Murano’(see detail phot...
Murano Glass
J. G. Durand, France, Two Candlesticks in Clear Crystal Glass, 1980s
Located in København, Copenhagen
J. G. Durand, France. Two candlesticks in clear crystal glass. 1980s. Measures: 10 x 6 cm. In excellent condition. Sticker.
Art Glass
1970s Mid-Century Modern Gilded Pewter Sculptured Candelabra by Prof. Ceccherini
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Dramatic 1970s Mid-Century Modern Gilded Pewter Sculptural Candelabra by Prof. Ceccherini Make a striking statement with this exceptional 1970s Mid-Century Modern candelabra, a true ...
Metal
Brass Candle Holder, Spin Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Brass Candle Holder, Spin Large in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle holder in brass. Handmade in India. Spin, spin, spin – the lattu or the spinning toy, a cherished relic of In...
Brass
Silverplated Candle Holders by Lunt
By Lunt Silver
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Silverplated candle holder by Lunt, The piece needs to be polished, it shows some wear and wax residue. Measurements: 7 inches high x 3.25 inches square at base x 2.25 inches squ...
Silver Plate
Set of 2 Medium Jasmine Scented Ceramic Candles by Hatsu
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Medium Jasmine Scented Ceramic Candles by Hatsu. Dimensions: W 11.4 x D 11.4 x H 8.9 cm Materials: Ceramic, Scented wax. The Hatsu Ceramic Candle series is a dialogue betwe...
Ceramic
$34,774 / item
Polished Bronze Floor Candelabra by Mary Brōgger
Located in Geneve, CH
Polished bronze floor candelabra by Mary Brogger. Dimensions: W 33 cm x D 66 cm x H 200 cm. Materials: Polished bronze. Mary Brogger is an...
Bronze
Original Waterford Cut Crystal Ball Candle Holder
Located in Germantown, MD
An Original, discontinued Waterford Cut Crystal Ball Candle Holder in excellent condition. Measures 4" in diamter and stands 3.5" tall. This item...
Crystal
pair Aluminum 3 arms Spider Candle sticks De Bijenkorf 1970s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Polished Aluminum 3 arm Spider Candle sticks De Bijenkorf 1970s Beautiful design
Aluminum
Votive Holder in Smoky Quartz Large
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Indulge in the captivating allure of Kathryn McCoy's Rock Crystal Collection, a masterpiece that seamlessly blends nature's raw beauty with exquisite craftsmanship. Available in vari...
Quartz, Rock Crystal
Pair of Modernist Signed Swid Powell Geometric Candlestick Holders
Located in New York, NY
This Modernist pair of silver-plated candlestick holders by Swid Powell, designed by the renowned architect Robert A. M. Stern circa 1980, exemplifies the sleek and architectural des...
Silver Plate
Brass Candelabra, Spring in Kashmir Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Brass Candelabra, Spring in Kashmir Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candelabra in brass. Handmade in India. Springtime is a special season of rebirth, and no less in the pris...
Brass
Handmade Candle Holder, Himalaya Medium in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Handmade Candle Holder, Himalaya Medium in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle holder in brass. Handmade in India. Perhaps no greater ascent - physically or spiritually - is imagin...
Brass
Set of 10 Nagel Stoff Modular Chrome Candle Holders
By Stoff Nagel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iconic set of 10 modular candle holders by Nagel Stoff, featuring the classic interlocking design that defines mid-century modern decor. Crafted in polished chrome, each piece can be...
Metal
$695 / set
Silverplated Candle Holders by Lunt
By Lunt Silver
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of silverplated candle holders by Lunt, The pieces need to be polished, they show some wear and wax residue. Measurements: 7 inches high x 3.25 inches square at base x 2.25 ...
Silver Plate
Multi-Stone Votive Holder by Kathryn McCoy
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Votive Holder in Multi-Stone by Kathryn McCoy is a radiant composition of rare minerals, sculpted into a luminous object of art. Each piece is meticulously hand-assembled, transf...
Agate, Pyrite, Quartz, Multi-gemstone, Amethyst
Handmade Candle Holder, Spring in Kashmir Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Handmade Candle Holder, Spring in Kashmir Small in Brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal. Candle holder in brass. Handmade in India. Springtime is a special season of rebirth, and no less in...
Brass
Pin Candle Sticks with Three Sizes, Handcrafted in Brass with Patinated Finishes
Located in Chicago, IL
With an 12”, 16”, or 20” height, the candlesticks appear to almost float. Machined from solid brass both top and bottom, each one is hand polished and tarnished to just the right poi...
Brass
Block & Pearl Sculpted Contemporary Yellow Candlestick Set by Margit Wittig
Located in London, GB
Margit Wittig has used her sculptural skills to create beautifully-crafted, well-proportioned candlesticks, which are compositions of her unique signature pearl-shaped designs. Eac...
Brass