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Figural Candleholder Set
Located in Richmond, VA
Vintage handmade mixed metal figural candleholder set of two.
Category

20th Century Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

Figural Metal Menorah
Located in Richmond, VA
One-of-a-kind vintage handmade menorah in brass and copper with two figures supporting the shamash.
Category

20th Century Candelabras

Materials

Brass, Copper

Figure Candleholder Set
Located in Richmond, VA
Rare pewter candleholder set of two featuring standing figures. Signed Patrick Meyer.
Category

20th Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Pewter

Figure Candleholder Set
Located in Richmond, VA
Rare pewter candleholder set of two featuring standing figures. Signed Patrick Meyer.  
Category

20th Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Pewter

Polychrome-Decorated Figural Candlestick
Located in Sutton Coldfield, GB
is extended and fitted with a turned and painted candle socket, fixed with an iron spike. All set on
Category

Antique 1720s English Candlesticks

Materials

Gesso, Paint, Wood

French Grotesque Figural Candlesticks
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Fin De Siecle French grotesque figural candlesticks. Damage on the hand of the jockey
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Candlesticks

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Figural Column Candlesticks
Located in Stamford, CT
Circa 1925 figural Bacchus heads column candlesticks with wreaths, grape design, and garlands on
Category

Vintage 1920s Candlesticks

Materials

Bronze

Figure Candleholder Set in Pewter
Located in Richmond, VA
A pair of male and female Patrick Meyer Studio solid pewter candlesticks. Produced by San Francisco metalsmith artist Patrick Meyer, these cast pewter candlesticks, inspired by both ...
Category

Late 20th Century American More Candle Holders

Materials

Pewter

Pair of 19th Century French Figural Candlestands
Located in Dallas, TX
cherubim atop goats holding a single bobeche for a candle.
Category

Antique 19th Century French Candlesticks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Pair of Italian 18th Century Figural Candlesticks
Located in Natchez, MS
Pair of Italian Silver Gilt 18th Century Figural Candlesticks
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Candlesticks

Pair of Karl Hagenauer Figural Brass Candleholders
By Karl Hagenauer
Located in Sacramento, CA
Pair of brass figural candleholders by Karl Hagenauer, circa 1930, Austria. Signed with impressed
Category

Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Large Pair of Louis XVI Figural Candelabra
By Claude Michel Clodion
Located in Ulestraten, Limburg
A pair of large Louis XVI gilt & patinated bronze Four-light candelabra, with scantly draped maidens. Diemensions: 88 x 25 x 25 cm.  
Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Candelabras

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Mid-19th Century Figural Candelabra
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
A large and impressive pair of mid-19th century cast iron and bronze candelabra depicting classical female figures.
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Candelabras

Large Antique Schierholz Figural Floral Five Arm Candelabras
By Dresden Porcelain
Located in New Milford, CT
five candle arms are ornately shaped with scrolling designs and floral decorations, creating an elegant
Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Rococo Candelabras

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of 19th Century Figural Cherub Two-Arm Candelabra
Located in Cleveland, OH
candle sconces, raised on rectangular yellow marble and bronze bases.
Category

Antique 19th Century French Rococo Candelabras

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Pair of Figural Bronze, Gilt and Marble Neoclassical Candelabras
Located in Toronto, ONTARIO
This is a fine pair of figural, two-armed neoclassical bronze candelabras. The ebony bronze
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Candelabras

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Pair Gilt Patinated Bronze Figural Cherub Candelabra French Antique
Located in London, GB
A pair of French 2 light gilt bronze cherub candelabra circa 19th century Cleaned and ready to present.
Category

Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Candelabras

Materials

Bronze

Pair of 18th Century Brass Adam and Eve Figural Candlesticks
Located in Essex, MA
A pair of 18th century brass Adam and Eve figural candlesticks.
Category

Antique 18th Century Dutch Baroque Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Pair of Regency Patinated Bronze and Gilt Bronze Figural Lustres
Located in Altrincham, Cheshire
Pair of Regency Patinated Bronze and Gilt Bronze Figural Lustres each candlestick modelled as a
Category

Antique 1820s English Regency Candlesticks

Materials

Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu

Pair of 19th Century Patinated and Doré Bronze Figural Candelabra
Located in Fairfax, VA
Pair of 19th century double arm patinated and doré bronze empire style candelabra.
Category

Antique 19th Century French Empire Candelabras

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Pair of 19th Century French Gilt and Patinated Bronze Figural Lustres
Located in Toronto, ONTARIO
This is a pair of Second Empire, 19th century, French figural gilded and ebonized bronze lustres
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Revival Candelabras

Materials

Bronze

B384, Antique Derby Porcelain Figural Candlestick Representing, Mars, God of War
Located in Vancouver, BC
Still has vibrant colors. Various tiny chips throughout. Overall in very good condition. Not marked on base as was the norm for the time period, England, circa 1750. $525 O...
Category

Antique 1750s English Candlesticks

Japanese Gilt Bronze Candlestick Figure of a Crane on a Turtle, 19th Century
Located in Geelong, Victoria
Quality Japanese gilt bronze candlestick figure of a crane standing on the back of a turtle, a
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Candlesticks

Pair of Italian Bronze Figural Candleholders on Blue John Bases, circa 1820
By Giambologna
Located in New York, NY
The Marble bases are ormolu mounted in Empire style. The Bronze figures after Giambologna are patinated and have great details. The tops are finials but also have candleholders is ...
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Italian Empire More Candle Holders

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Mid-Century Bronze Candle Holder Rooster Figure, Bird Figurine 1970s
Located in Budapest, HU
Brutalist bronze candlestick figure from the 1970s. This bohemian rooster shaped bronze candle
Category

Vintage 1970s Brutalist Candlesticks

Materials

Bronze

Pair of 19th Century Old Paris Chinoiserie Figural Porcelain Candle Holders
Located in New York, NY
Enameled porcelain with gilt highlights, circa 1860. No visible marks. Some loss to gilt decoration.
Category

Antique 1860s French Chinoiserie More Candle Holders

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of French Art Nouveau Figural Candelabrum
Located in Cathedral City, CA
A pair of French Art Nouveau figural gilt bronze and patinated metal two-light candelabrum. The
Category

20th Century French Candle Holders

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Empire Style Figural Candelabra of Cupid
Located in Redding, CA
Cupids at work as the theme on this really finely cast and modeled pair. The subject matter is wonderful and they have been expertly Reconditioned by our team. We keep before and af...
Category

Antique 19th Century French Empire Candle Holders

Materials

Carrara Marble, Ormolu

Pair of Figural Pewter Candleholders
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of candlesticks, each having the figure of a sentry atop a footed base.
Category

20th Century American Candlesticks

Royal Worcester England Porcelain Figural Candelabra by Hadley, 1886
By Royal Worcester
Located in WILMINGTON, CA
Royal Worcester England Porcelain Figural Candelabra by Hadley, 1886 The candelbra modeled after
Category

Antique 19th Century Candelabras

Materials

Porcelain

Large Pair of Elkington Co. Figural Silver Plate Candelabra
By Elkington Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
The detail on these large candelabra is quite beautiful. Naturalistic, depicting floral, tulip shaped bobeches, tree like stems, oak leaves and acorns with a pair of charming sheep a...
Category

Antique 1850s English Rococo Revival Candelabras

Materials

Silver Plate

Late 19th Century Porcelain Candlestick Figure of a Young Lady
Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire
A porcelain candlestick figure of a young lady. Heavily encrusted in flowers. The base with
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Candlesticks

Set of Three Spanish Art Deco Aluminum and Bronze Figural Candlesticks
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Stunning set of three Art Deco Spanish aluminium and bronze figural candlesticks from the
Category

Vintage 1910s Spanish Art Deco Candlesticks

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Metal

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Figural Candle Holder For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic figural candle holder available at 1stDibs. Each figural candle holder for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, bronze and stone. Your living room may not be complete without a figural candle holder — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right figural candle holder, those designed in Empire, Neoclassical and Louis XVI styles are of considerable interest. Émile Guillemin, Bjørn Wiinblad and Achille Gamba each produced at least one beautiful figural candle holder that is worth considering.

How Much is a Figural Candle Holder?

A figural candle holder can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,950, while the lowest priced sells for $145 and the highest can go for as much as $159,741.

Finding the Right Candle-holders for You

For centuries, candles have been used in religious ceremonies such as Hanukkah, provided light to work or read by and more. During meals, the soft glimmer of candles adds warmth to a dinner table that no lighting solution could possibly imitate. With the right antique or vintage candleholder, candles can elevate a table setting or just help support your efforts to create a romantic atmosphere in any room.

When you combine the distinctive glow of a candle with a candleholder that matches the color scheme and decor you’ve painstakingly put together, the result can feel like magic. Finding the candleholder that best meets your needs can be daunting because you’re essentially bringing a piece into your home that is as important as the candle itself. Unsurprisingly, venturesome designers over the years have crafted innumerable alternatives to the traditional form of candleholders, and today a broad array of these decorative objects can be found on 1stDibs, whether they’re 19th-century candleholders made of silver or sleek mid-century modern glass candleholders for an understated accent to your dining area.

Try a tabletop orb candleholder from Lynne Meade Ceramics for a distinctive interpretation of this long-loved furnishing. An alluring pair of Georg Jensen stainless-steel candleholders, featuring pronounced organic curves, or Art Nouveau–informed natural-world motifs, on the other hand, can bring a dose of sculptural elegance to your living room.

If you’re more inclined to opt for antique or vintage pieces, find a collection that includes everything from simple wood taper candleholders to elaborate candelabras of gilt bronze or cut glass on 1stDibs now.

Questions About Figural Candle Holder
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    How tall a candle holder should be depends on the size of the candle you’re using and the overall look of the room. Compared to a candle, a holder should be at least as tall. When choosing candle holders, choose ones that won’t obscure the view. For example, lower candlesticks and candelabras work best on dining tables because they allow you to see the person across from you. On 1stDibs, find a range of candle holders.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Hurricane candle holders are glass cylindrical domes which go around a candle to protect the flame from getting doused. These candle holders can also be attached to the wall as a hurricane shade.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    The difference between a candlestick and a candle holder is specificity. A candlestick is a tall turned decorative object typically used to display taper candles. Any object made specifically to hold candles is a candle holder. Candlesticks are candle holders, but there are other kinds, including tall shades called hurricanes and small cylindrical containers called votive cups. Shop an assortment of candle holders on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What glass candle holders are called depends on their design. Curvy clear glass shades used to cover pillar candles are hurricanes, while smaller glass holders with closed bottoms are votive or tealight cups. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique and vintage glass candle holders.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    One of the most common candle holders in use during Medieval times was the simple candlestick. Today, antique candlesticks are sought after by art collectors and interior designers alike for their stylish versatility. On 1stDibs, shop a wide collection of antique and contemporary candlesticks from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Some of the most common types of candle holders include candlesticks, candelabras, hurricanes and votive cups. A candlestick is a column-like holder for tapers, while a candelabra is a multi-armed taper holder with a single candlestick-like body. Hurricanes are tall round shades designed for pillar candles, and a votive cup is a small cylindrical holder for a votive candle or tealight. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of candle holders.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What vintage candle holders are called depends on their design. Narrow tall ones designed for tapers are candlesticks, while multi-armed taper holders are candelabra. Small holders are votive or tealight holders or cups depending on their dimensions. Find a selection of vintage candle holders on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Because pillar candle holders burn into themselves, they do not need a candle holder. But it makes sense to have a pillar plate at least to prevent wax residue from ending up on your furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    What tall candle holders are called varies. Holders intended for pillar candles are hurricanes and are often made of glass. Tall wood or metal candle holders for one taper are candlesticks, while ones with multiple arms that accommodate more than one taper are candelabras. On 1stDibs, find a collection of candle holders.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    What the candle holders in churches are called depends on the design. Column-like holders for single tapers are candlesticks, while multi-branched holders for tapers are candelabras. Small candle holders used for memorial candles are votive holders. Find a collection of candle holders on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    You can use a variety of materials instead of a candle holder to serve the purpose of an actual candle holder. Put pillar and votive candles on decorative plates or trays, or rest them on a decorative tile, coaster or wood slice. You can drop votives and tealights in shallow bowls, clay pots, wine glasses and other vessels. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of decorative accents.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A wall-mounted candle holder is called a candle sconce or a wall sconce. Sconces come in a variety of colors and shapes, sure to suit any decor style. You’ll find a wide range of candle sconces in a variety of decor styles on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To tell if a candle holder is solid antique brass, you can try placing a magnet on it. Brass is not magnetic, so if there is any attraction, the piece is unlikely to be solid brass. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of candle holders.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A candle holder with multiple arms is called a candelabra or candelabrum. A candelabra or candelabrum is highly regarded as a decorative object and the classic, dramatic form of this type of candle holder is still an inspiration for lighting designers today. Shop a collection of antique and vintage candelabras from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    What an old-fashioned candle holder is called depends on its design. A tall holder meant for a single taper candle is a candlestick, while taper holders with arms that branch off a central column are candelabras. Shop a range of candle holders on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    To tell if a silver candle holder is real, find out if a magnet is attracted to it. Solid sterling silver and fine silver aren't magnetic. However, some silver plate candle holders may be. Silver plate is the term for items made of base metal and then finished with a layer of genuine silver. If the magnet sticks to your candle holders, they may be silver plate or constructed out of a different material. If you'd like an expert's assistance with the identification process, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Find a variety of candle holders on 1stDibs.