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Erik Höglund for Kosta Boda, Sweden. Rare two-armed hanging candle holder
Located in København, Copenhagen
Erik Höglund (1932-1998) for Kosta Boda, Sweden. Rare two-armed hanging candle holder in cast iron
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candle Lamps

Materials

Iron

Pair of Rare Antique French Candle Stands
Located in Calgary, Alberta
Pair of rare wrought iron adjustable candle stands that would have once been used in the wine
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Antique 19th Century French Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

Vintage 1950s Brass Dragon Candle Holders
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylish and elegant Gothic pair of solid brass candle holders. This rare pair present the mythical
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Vintage 1950s Saudi Arabian Classical Roman Candelabras

Materials

Brass

Swedish Modern Iron Candle Holder Atomic Age
Located in San Diego, CA
Iron Hammered rare Swedish candle holder each mouth fits 1" diameter candles, circa 1950's, stamped
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

Candle Holder Knot, Brutalist Design, Italy, 1970
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Superb and rare Brutalist knot-shaped candle holder, designed and produced in Italy in the 1970s
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Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Candlesticks

Materials

Bronze

Antonella Caprio Saviato Standing Candle Holder, 1970s Italy
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice and rare standing candle holder. Design by Antonella Caprio Saviato 1970s Italy. Three
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Vintage 1970s Italian Brutalist Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Rare Candle Sticks by Sigurd Persson
By Sigurd Persson
Located in Hägersten, SE
Rare candle sticks designed by Swedish designer and silversmith Sigurd Persson. Made from solid
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Vintage 1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Pair of Brass Wall Candle Holders by Hans-Agne Jakobsson
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
Rare pair of wall candle holders designed and produced by Hans–Agne Jakobsson in Sweden during the
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Arthur Pettersson Candle Holder Brass Arthur Pe Kolbäck Sweden 1960s
By Arthur Pe Kolbäck Studio
Located in Basel, BS
Lucky find of a rare Arthur Pettersson asymmetrical candle holder in solid brass, hand-crafted in
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Rare Chrome Rocketship Candlestick Holder Post Modern
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Introducing the Rare Chrome Rocketship Candlestick Holder, a captivating fusion of artistry and
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Candlesticks

Materials

Chrome

Scandinavian Candle Holder by Nanna Ditzel for Kolds Savvaerk original Packaging
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Rare Mid-Century candle holder in Pinewood created by by Nanna Ditzel in 1955. Produced by Kolds
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Pine

Vintage Stiffel Crystal Lismore Brass Base Hurricane Candle Holders, a Pair
By Stiffel
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a rare and sophisticated pair of candle holders by Stiffel, made in
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Late 20th Century European Hollywood Regency More Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Ivar Ålenius Björk for Ystad Metall, "Liljan" Candle Holder in Plated Silver
Located in København, Copenhagen
Ivar Ålenius Björk for Ystad Metall. Rare "Liljan" (Lilly) candle holder in plated silver
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Silver Plate

Set of 3 Danish Modern Brass Steel Plated Candle Holders by Toben Orskov
By Torben Orskov, Hans Bolling
Located in San Diego, CA
Striking and rare set of 3 candle holders, solid steel with solid brass tops that unscrew for a
Category

Late 20th Century Candlesticks

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Erik Höglund, Kosta Boda. Two-armed hanging candle holder. Cast iron and glass
Located in København, Copenhagen
Erik Höglund (1932-1998) for Kosta Boda, Sweden. Rare two-armed hanging candle holder in cast iron
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candle Lamps

Materials

Iron

Pair of Grecian Fire Hand Wrought Sterling Silver Candle Holders by Alan Adler
By Allan Adler
Located in New York, NY
This rare pair of silver candle holders is made by the designer Allen Adler. Adler is well
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Sterling Silver

Lisa Larson for Gustavsberg. Rare "Advent" candlestick for four candles.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Lisa Larson, for Gustavsberg, Sweden. Rare "Advent" candlestick for four candles. Glaze in green
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Ceramic

Rare Four-Candle Secessionist Candelabra by R.S., Vienna, 1900s
Located in Brescia, Brescia
interiors, whether vintage or contemporary. A rare and scenically important object, this candelabra not
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Candelabras

Materials

Sheffield Plate

Per Lütken for Holmegaard. Rare "Hygge" Lamp for Candles in Blue
Located in København, Copenhagen
Per Lütken for Holmegaard. Rare "Hygge" lamp for candles in blue and clear art glass. Designed in
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Candle Lamps

Materials

Art Glass

Per Lütken for Holmegaard, a Pair of Rare "Hygge" Lamps for Candles
Located in København, Copenhagen
Per Lütken for Holmegaard. A pair of rare "Hygge" lamps for candles in clear and blue art glass
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Candle Lamps

Materials

Art Glass

Rare Brutalist Candlestick Holder shaped as a Horse, East Germany 1970s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a rare Brutalist candlestick holder shaped as a horse. It features
Category

Vintage 1970s German Brutalist Candlesticks

Materials

Aluminum

Very Rare Pair of 18th Century Candle-Gripping Bell Metal Candlesticks, Ca. 1775
By James Tate of Birmingham
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A very rare pair of 18th century neoclassical bell-metal candlesticks fitted with a unique candle
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Antique 1770s British Neoclassical Candlesticks

Materials

Other

Per Lütken for Holmegaard. A pair of rare "Hygge" lamps for candles in red
Located in København, Copenhagen
Per Lütken for Holmegaard. A pair of rare "Hygge" lamps for candles in red and clear art glass
Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Candle Lamps

Materials

Art Glass

Per Lütken for Holmegaard. a Pair of Rare "Hygge" Lamps for Candles in Blue
Located in København, Copenhagen
Per Lütken for Holmegaard. A pair of rare "Hygge" lamps for candles in blue and clear art glass
Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Candle Lamps

Materials

Art Glass

Per Lütken for Holmegaard, a Pair of Rare "Hygge" Lamps for Candles in Red
Located in København, Copenhagen
Per Lütken for Holmegaard. A pair of rare "Hygge" lamps for candles in red and clear art glass
Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Candle Lamps

Materials

Art Glass

Rare Nagel Floor Standing Candelabra
Located in New York, NY
The modular Nagel candle holders are a ubiquitous modern design item, hoarded by collectors who can
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20th Century German Candle Holders

Materials

Steel

Rare Roma Murano Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rare Roma oval shaped chandelier is hand made by legendary artisans of Murano, Venice. Each
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Vintage 1970s Italian Candle Holders

Materials

Metal

Nagle Candelabra with Very Rare Base
Located in New York, NY
Great grouping of Nagle candle holders, including the very rare and attractive base. Each section
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20th Century German Candle Holders

Materials

Steel

Rare Set of Tony Paul Candelabras
By Ben Seibel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cast brass wall mounted candle holders
Category

Vintage 1950s American Candle Holders

Rare Pair of Regency Bronze Candelabra
Located in Westwood, NJ
A fine and rare pair of Regency gilt bronze fantasy sea horse candelabra resting on bronze-mounted
Category

Antique 19th Century English Regency Candle Holders

Large Rare Bronze Candleholder by Karl Springer 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Large candle holder in solid bronze by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This is a rare Springer
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Bronze

Rare "Gold Ruby" Steuben 5 Piece Console Set
Located in Great Barrington, MA
set of 4 matching candlesticks which feature a clear panel cut shaft and colored candle holders and
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Early 20th Century American Candle Holders

Materials

Crystal

Rare Early Candleholder by Carl Aubock
Located in London, GB
Early version of Carl Aubock's handraised brass candleholder. Designed to reflect the candlelight in it's hammered surface and sculptural shape.
Category

20th Century Austrian Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

1960 s Nagel Atomic Candelabra on Rare Base
By Nagel AG
Located in New York, NY
The modular Nagel candle holders are a ubiquitous modern design item, hoarded by collectors who can
Category

Vintage 1960s German Candle Holders

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Rare Early 19thc Brass Candelabra From Chart Cathedral- France
Located in Los Angeles, CA
aged patina and fragments of was on the candle holder drip trays.
Category

Antique 19th Century French Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Fantastic Rare Pair of Handmade Original White Candleholders
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early & rare fantastic handmade original white painted candle sticks with the original tin trays
Category

20th Century American Candle Holders

Materials

Wood

Rare Pair Of Lamps Signed Henri Dasson
By Henry Dasson
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
. Stamped "Henri DASSON" . Dated 1880 . XIXth century . Gilded bronze . Electrified . Color of lamp shade can be changed
Category

Antique 19th Century French Candle Holders

Materials

Ormolu

Pair of Very Rare Sputnik by Venini Murano
By Venini
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Very rare Pair Sputnik by Venini Murano
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Candle Holders

Materials

Glass

Pair Of Steuben Rare "Green Jade" 18" Candlesticks
Located in Great Barrington, MA
matched, exceptionally tall and a rare "Green Jade" color. These beauties are 18" tall and speak for
Category

Early 20th Century American Candle Holders

Materials

Crystal

A rare pair of George III Bedroom Candlesticks
Located in London, GB
The Candlesticks are of a very unusual small size and were probably for use on a dressing chest or table in the bedroom. The bases are oval in form and are decorated with reeding, bo...
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Candle Holders

Very Rare Early Horn Candleholder by Carl Auböck
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in London, GB
Super early example of the Auböck horn candleholder. Perfect original condition with a lovely patina.
Category

Vintage 1950s Austrian Modern Candle Holders

Rare Candlestick by Alessandro Guerriero and Alessandro Mendini for Alchimia
By Alessandro Mendini, Alessandro Guerriero, Studio Alchimia
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Rare nickel plated and solid brass candle stick designed by Alessandro Guerriero and Alessandro
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Rare Pair of Regency Cut Glass Two-Light Candelabra
By Perry Co
Located in London, by appointment only
A very rare pair of fine Regency cut glass two light candelabra incorporating straight cut prisms
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Antique 1810s English Regency Candle Holders

Materials

Cut Glass

Rare, Erik Hoglund glass and wrought iron candelabrum, Boda Nova
Located in New York, NY
Rare large 7 candle candelabrum with wrought iron frame with blue and clear glass. Designed by Erik
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20th Century Swedish Candle Holders

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair Antique Bronze Rare Small Size Girondelles circa 1855
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair Antique Bronze Rare Small Size Girondelles circa 1855
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Antique 19th Century French Candle Holders

Rare Pair of 18th Century Giltwood Roman Pricket Sticks
Located in Essex, MA
Rare Roman Prickets in Form of Putti Holding Laurel Tree.
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Italian Candle Holders

Materials

Giltwood

Rare, Gorgeous Pair of Tony Paul Cast Brass Wall Mount Candelabra
By James Mont, Tony Paul, Ben Seibel
Located in New York, NY
Stunning pair of cast brass wall mount candelabra or candle holders by Tony Paul. Each piece holds
Category

Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

PAIR of Rare George III Sheffield Obelisk Form Candelabra
Located in Essex, MA
Rare Georgian Silver Plate Obelisk Form Nine Light Candelabra. Obelisk issues eight interchangable
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Candle Holders

Very rare Arne Jacobsen SAS candleholders for A. Michelsen
Located in Toronto, Ontario
the SAS Hotel. These are incredibly rare. I have not seen another pair available for sale.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Candle Holders

Materials

Sterling Silver

Large modular stacking system candelabra by Nagel on rare tall base
By Nagel AG
Located in Utrecht, NL
stated is for the full tall candelabra. Each individual candle holder is 4" diameter x 3.5. This item
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Rare Pair of Sterling Silver-Mounted Oak Barley-Twist Candlesticks
Located in New York, NY
Rare pair of beautiful, sterling silver-mounted oak "barley twist" candlesticks, Birmingham
Category

Early 20th Century British Jacobean Candle Holders

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Rare French Gilt-Bronze and Ruby Crystal Candlesticks
Located in Pembroke, MA
Pair of stunning and rare French gilt-bronze and ruby-colored crystal candlesticks, with separate
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Antique 19th Century French Restauration Candle Holders

Rare pair of Louis XVI style candelabras with Paris porcelain
By Porcelaine de Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
. Paris porcelain . Gilded and chiseled bronze . 19th century
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Candle Holders

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Rare Machine Age Sculptural White Bronze Monumental Candlesticks
Located in North Miami, FL
These fantastic and very heavy nickel silver over white bronze machine age candlesticks are ultra large and ultra fabulous! They are two different sizes. Incredibly well made from t...
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Candle Holders

Materials

Bronze

A Fine and Rare Pair of Bronze and Crystal American Lusters
Located in Hudson, NY
This very rare form of a classically draped Athena flanked by swans, in made in dark patinated
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Antique 19th Century American Candle Holders

Rare Twelve Arm Danish Oil Lamp Chandelier by Freddie Andersen, ca. 1960s
By Freddie Andersen
Located in Peabody, MA
Rare Danish oil lamp chandelier candelabra by Freddie Andersen, ca. early 1960s. This rare example
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

Rare Paul Evans for Raymor, Black Walnut and Brass Menorah, 1955
By Paul Evans
Located in New York, NY
Black walnut and brass menorah designed by Paul Evans for Raymor in 1955 and produced until 1959. This design has been confirmed by Evans' studio assistant, Dorsey Reading, and is do...
Category

Vintage 1950s American Candle Holders

Materials

Brass

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Rare Candle Holders For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of rare candle holders available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique rare candle holders was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and glass. Find 220 antique and vintage rare candle holders at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Rare candle holders have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of rare candle holders to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Art Deco rare candle holders are of considerable interest. Many rare candle holders are appealing in their simplicity, but Carl Auböck, Nagel Germany and Chase Brass and Copper Company produced popular rare candle holders that are worth a look.

How Much are Rare Candle Holders?

Prices for rare candle holders start at $175 and top out at $55,000 with the average selling for $2,202.

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 Rare Candle Holders
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.